Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage native Bryn Waite, 26, a former Service High athlete, was mourned by family and friends after her body was found offshore near La Jolla Shores Beach in San Diego last week — a celebration of her life will be held next month.

Common Ground Alaska in Big Lake is now open for its first u-pick week from noon to 6 p.m. every Wednesday and Saturday, inviting families to harvest produce and learn about local growing practices amid a national cyclospora alert.

A selection of Bob Hallinen’s photos spans decades of his work for the Anchorage Daily News, showing Alaska wildlife, local history, and memorable events from across the state.

His archived images remind locals of the enduring beauty and varied scenes of our region.

Anchorage photojournalist Bob Hallinen (77) died Sunday in hospice care after a long career capturing Alaska’s wildlife and community life during his 33 years with the Daily News; a GoFundMe campaign remains open to help his family with recovery expenses.

Southcentral utilities are bracing for a harsh winter if gas shortages force curtailment — Homer Electric plans to ask customers to lower thermostat settings while others consider diesel alternatives.

Enstar aims to secure new gas imports by year-end to keep the system pressurized.

Bonnie Welsh (rider education director at ABATE) offers motorcycle safety tips to help riders avoid fatal impacts and urges drivers to understand motorcycle risks amid recent fatal accidents on Parks and Steese Highways.

Alaska SeaLife Center is treating six rescued harbor seal pups by monitoring each pup individually — a measure to ensure proper care.

Political reporter Wil Courtney detailed fundraising numbers for Alaska’s top governor candidates & compared their campaign contributions as they prepare for the upcoming election.

Anchorage Police Department starts a new grant-funded partnership with True North Recovery to help people in crisis access detox and recovery services.

The pilot program has already helped 16 individuals enter treatment and will soon add full-time specialists to widen its reach.

Dimond High School hosted a two-day volleyball camp last weekend where middle and high school players learned NCAA Division I techniques from University of Arizona head coach Charita Stubbs plus director Brooke Paxton, filling all slots quickly and setting the stage for team tryouts on Aug. 5.

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.