Good morning, Anchorage.

The Alaska Veterans Motorcycle Clubhouse and ABATE of Alaska are hosting a Christmas in July Toy Run this Sunday to deliver toys to about 40 to 50 children in local hospitals and shelters in Anchorage — riders will finish the event with a barbecue while still accepting donations.

On July 23, community leaders, families, educators, and officials gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony at Thomas More Classical School, Alaska’s first K+12 school using Hillsdale College’s curriculum.

Governor Dunleavy and other leaders spoke about the school’s mission to offer classical Christian education as nearly 70 students registered as founding members.

Blue Market, a local grocery store, now offers a low-waste shopping option by stocking mostly local bulk goods and letting customers refill their own containers.

The store, a community hub for clean shopping, also invites participation in the Alaska Grown Challenge through October.

Enstar, Southcentral Alaska’s largest natural gas utility, asked regulators to review a decision denying its plan to expand gas storage at Kenai Loop Pool in Kenai to supply 150,000 customers this winter.

The petition filed Thursday backs a $240 million project with state and local support.

Four of former governor Hickel's sons have asked candidate Bernadette Wilson to stop linking her campaign to his legacy (they say her messaging misleads voters about his support).

Wilson has highlighted her family connection since entering the race.

After nearly two weeks of rain, the Alaska Botanical Garden bursts with garlic scapes and a thriving herb garden that invites locals to enjoy sunny weather over the next two weeks—celebrating nature's fresh offerings.

Alaska Raceway Park celebrates its 10th anniversary of NASCAR events as it entertains fans with drag and circle track racing.

Lady Track Boss Michelle Lackey said the park has built a close-knit racing community since opening as a drag strip in 1964—offering high-speed thrills in a scenic setting.

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.