Good morning, Anchorage.

A juvenile was bitten by an otter while paddleboarding at Sand Lake over the weekend; the Alaska Department of Fish and Game placed warning signs around the lake to advise visitors to keep a safe distance from wildlife.

Bachman-Turner Overdrive will perform at the Alaska State Fair concert series on Monday, Aug.

31 at 7 p.m. and tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. (this performance is part of the ConocoPhillips Alaska Concert Series).

At Alaska Zoo, early mornings bring animal feedings and coyotes howling before visitors arrive.

The spring-fed creek (which never freezes) flows through brown bear and moose habitats and nourishes native flower gardens.

Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) in Seward is ranked #3 in America’s Top Vocational Schools by USA TODAY and Statista for the second consecutive year, highlighting the center’s hands-on training that helps students secure jobs.

Thomas More Classical School, a Hillsdale College-affiliated private school, held its grand opening last week in Anchorage with backing from local conservative leaders and will begin classes on Aug.

19 for about 70 kindergarten through sixth grade students (tuition starts at around $6,500).

UAA hockey will open its season with a two-game series against Denver on Oct.

2 and 3 at the Avis Alaska Sports Complex, and UAF announces additions including hometown forward Simon Binkley + defensemen Seth Fryer and Linden Burrett to boost the Nanooks roster.

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.