Good Day
Anchorage
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage officials cleared the two largest homeless camps in Mountain View this summer and removed over 370 tons of trash from Davis Park to improve its use. However, concerns persist as some former encampment residents now gather at nearby Lions Park—prompting police and community leaders to work on a solution. KBRW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A flash fire at a ConocoPhillips facility in the North Slope injured three people at about 2:30 p.m. Friday—one received initial care at Alpine Medical Clinic before being flown to an Anchorage hospital and was later released while two remain in stable condition. Anchorage Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At the Arctic Encounter Symposium on July 31, shipbuilders, diplomats and business experts said an $8 billion spending bill will expand the U.S. icebreaker fleet to boost Arctic security and shipping. They noted that while a Canadian firm plans a $1 billion investment in Texas to build long-lasting vessels, local leaders urged Alaska shipyards be involved for maintenance and job opportunities — highlighting the mix of national strategy and local benefits. Alaska Beacon
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 49-year-old Juneau man—accused of resisting arrest on July 30 when police threw him to the ground—spoke for the first time from an Anchorage hospital bed after sustaining a head injury, dislocated shoulder, fractured collarbone and open wounds and said he will press charges as investigators review the officer’s use of force. Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Finesstor Luminosity, a queer artist of color known as Alaska’s Filipino Prince of Soul, has founded House of Luminosity in Anchorage to provide a creative space for queer, trans, and Black, Indigenous people of color artists—he was inspired by Arciniega Street Productions. He will release his single 'Tell Me' in 2026 as he strengthens his role in nurturing a community that once offered him guidance. The Alaska Current
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the legislature overrode Governor Dunleavy’s veto to restore funding for schools—teachers welcomed the move as it supported students for the new school year. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ At the Arctic Encounter Summit in Anchorage, director Bob McCoy said the Geophysical Institute will use its strong federal funding to support interdisciplinary studies of earthquakes, volcanoes, and permafrost. He noted the center will expand partnerships with NASA + Alaska Aerospace as it adapts to changes in international research collaboration. Alaska Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage hosted the Arctic Encounter Summit last week at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center, where over 700 leaders from 27 nations met to discuss Arctic security, partnerships and the inclusion of Indigenous voices in policy decisions. Senator Lisa Murkowski and experts said geopolitical shifts since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and China’s growing influence have raised regional tensions—emphasizing the need to rebuild trust with Western allies for future cooperation. Alaska Public Media
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Uniform Residential Appraisal Report Course
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Alaska Aviation Museum — $200.00 ($175 for AI members) — Delve into the new URAR training while enjoying a unique setting at the largest seaplane base in the world.
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Battle of the Bands: Bike Week
5-11 p.m. — House of Harley-Davidson — Free entry — Experience local talent battling it out on stage during Anchorage's favorite bike week celebration.
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Race Judicata 5K Fun-Run
10 AM – 2 PM — Westchester Lagoon Nature Trail — $35 entry — Support the Anchorage Youth Court while enjoying a community-themed run/walk.
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ASA Alaska Chapter Annual Workshop and Meeting 2025
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — USGS Alaska Science Center — $400 — Explore spatial linear modeling concepts in environmental data analysis at this informative two-day workshop.
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Power of Hope Cancer Support Group
Noon to 1 p.m. — Anchorage Native Primary Care Center — Free entry — A supportive learning circle for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to discover educational resources and management strategies.
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Meet the 4-H Horses
11 a.m. — France Equestrian Center — FREE — Experience a daily rendezvous with 4-H horses and learn more about their care and training.
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Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert
11 AM – 8 PM — Alaska State Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience a genre-defying performance by Rainbow Kitten Surprise at the Alaskan Fair.
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"Weird Al" Yankovic Concert
2-3:30 p.m. — Alaska State Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary multimedia comedy rock show featuring classic parodies and fan favorites.
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Hung Up on a Dream: The Zombies Documentary
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Bear Tooth Theatrepub — Cost not specified — A captivating journey through the 60-year career of The Zombies, highlighting their iconic hits and legacy.
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ADF's Summer Socials: Bike Tour
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Anchorage Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful bike tour around Anchorage, soaking in the summer weather and connecting with fellow biking enthusiasts.
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The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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