Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage hosted the Summer Craft Bazaar at the Cook Inlet Region, Incorporated building on Fireweed Lane where 20 vendors showcased handmade moccasins, beaded necklaces and feather earrings to celebrate Alaska Native art and local making.

Organizers plan another craft event in the fall for those who missed the summer celebration.

The state proposed transferring a 30-square-mile land parcel to build an industrial park with a logistics hub & potential data centers north of Houston.

Public comments on the plan will be accepted until Aug. 19 as local leaders weigh job creation against impacts on wildlife and recreation.

University of Alaska Fairbanks will host a new critical minerals Accelerator Engine funded by the National Science Foundation, receiving $15 million initially plus up to $160 million in 10 years at the Geophysical Institute, and it will work with 40+ partners to drive commercialization of abundant critical resources.

Southcentral homes face potential natural gas shortages this winter after regulators denied Enstar’s proposal to expand storage in Kenai last Wednesday.

Enstar is filing for reconsideration next week and is exploring other storage options as supplies remain low.

UAA economist Brett Watson warned that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz may raise gas prices for Anchorage drivers, with prices estimated to increase by 20 to 50 cents per gallon (if the disruption worsens) and potential impacts beginning within the next week.

Anchorage residents are urged to remove bird feeders and secure trash to avoid attracting bears as summer deepens, Fish and Game biologist Cory Stantorf said.

He advises everyone to travel in groups and carry bear spray — essential steps that help reduce risky encounters.

Alaskan researchers and volunteers are collecting bee specimens as part of the Alaska Bee Atlas to study native bee populations and changes in bloom timing — key data to guide future conservation actions statewide.

Tracy Sinclare spoke with Alaska State Epidemiologist Dr. Joe McLaughlin about the cyclospora outbreak affecting 34 states and its potential impact on local residents.

McLaughlin explained symptoms and urged precautionary measures (including proper food handling) to lessen risks.

Teen musher AddieAnn Randall of Caswell is set to run the 150-mile Jr. Iditarod on Feb.

27 and the Iditarod ceremonial start on March 6—a rare chance before she turns 18. She trains with her family's Rock on Racing team north of Willow.

Summer Concert Series - Good Company at Stephenson Park

7-8:30 p.m. — Stephenson Park — Free entry — Enjoy local music in a beautiful neighborhood park setting.

6th Annual Ship Creek Coho Rodeo

7 a.m. – 7 p.m. — The Bait Shack — $25 entry fee — Compete for cash prizes in a community fishing derby for silver salmon on the banks of Ship Creek.

Cuddy Park Summer Concert Series Featuring Nervis Rex

7-8:30 p.m. — Cuddy Family Midtown Park — Free entry — Enjoy live local music in a beautiful neighborhood park setting.

Family Paint Night

6-8 p.m. — Ravens Ring Brewing Company — Supplies included — Create a colorful seasons-themed painting in a fun, welcoming environment.

Split the Pot drawing

A $2,000 minimum jackpot is guaranteed. The pot will increase when $4000 in sales is exceeded. Sales end at midnight 7/31/26. For the month of July Local 71 is running a Split the Pot raffle to fund the Local 71 Scholarship & Training Fund. The self-perpetuating fund provides a program of scholarships to assist eligible Local 71 Members and their families in furthering their professional training, certifications, licenses, and education.

Anchorage Tattoo Expo 2026

11 a.m. — Sheraton Anchorage Hotel — Tickets available at the door — Experience live tattooing by over 80 award-winning artists at Alaska's premier tattoo expo.

Hippie Sabotage & Waka Flocka Flame Live

6-9 p.m. — Williwaw Social — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying performances by Hippie Sabotage and Waka Flocka Flame in downtown Anchorage.

Dave Nihill: Live in Anchorage

7-11 PM — Wilda Marston Theatre — Cost Info Not Available — Experience the comedic journey of Dave Nihill from Ireland to the world.