Good morning, Anchorage.

The Dome needs $6 million to replace its fabric shell in May 2027 and must raise $1.5 million more after receiving $4.5 million — otherwise, it will close permanently.

About 1,000 people use the facility daily for sports and community services.

Homes For Our Troops broke ground Saturday at Mat-Su Central School in Palmer for a mortgage-free, adapted home for injured Army Sergeant Tyler Hall who was wounded in Iraq in 2003 and will feature wider doorways + automatic door openers; family, veterans and community leaders signed messages to be part of the home's foundation.

Last month, University of Alaska presented a contract proposal that union members say cuts benefits and paid leave, and talks continue today to address around 15 contested positions (key to union membership eligibility).

Officials stress that negotiations must pick up pace to meet the March 21 legislative deadline.

A scientist stressed that vertical tsunami evacuation towers could improve emergency response for coastal communities after witnessing dangerous wave surges in past events.

Local officials are reviewing the proposal+ further research will determine its feasibility.

A food importer recalled one lot of pistachio nut butter sold at Walmart after FDA tests found Salmonella in the product.

Shoppers with the affected 6.7-ounce jars bearing Lot Code LB028ACP04 and an expiration of Jan. 28 should return them for a full refund.

The Cook Inlet Elite girls soccer team won its unprecedented national title, marking the first time an Alaska team achieved this honor.

Fans and community leaders celebrate the milestone as a testament to the team’s long-held talent (nurtured since childhood).

Girdwood resident Will Ingrim (29) was injured 100 days ago at Alyeska Resort’s Slush Cup and remains paralyzed from the mid-chest down; he is receiving treatment at Craig Hospital in Colorado, while his family urges for safety measures and hosts a fundraising event on Aug.

21 at Elite Sports Performance.

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.