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Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 62-year-old Kyoung Soo Seo and 36-year-old Chantel Lynn Fields, the owner and manager of the Chelsea Inn Hotel in Spenard, pleaded not guilty in U.S. District Court before Magistrate Judge Kyle Reardon after the hotel was raided for alleged drug distribution—Fields remains in jail pending a detention hearing next Friday while Seo was released on pretrial conditions. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ American fighter jets intercepted a Russian IL-20 surveillance aircraft Tuesday in Alaska’s Air Defense Identification Zone for the fifth time in one week, and NORAD said the plane flew for 2 hours 20 minutes near Shemya Island without entering U.S. airspace. The interception occurred when the Russian aircraft remained in international airspace, following a series of similar incursions. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Governor Dunleavy appointed Stephen J. Cox as Alaska's attorney general on August 28th. Cox (a former U.S. Attorney with the Department of Justice) brings valuable federal experience to the role. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ Scientists say an earthquake early warning system could give more than 10 seconds notice for areas like Sand Point and up to 20 seconds for King Cove after the recent M7.3 quake, but building this network in remote and harsh terrain will cost $66 million upfront—plus $12 million each year for maintenance. Experts at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and USGS are studying the plan to secure federal or private funding to bring the system to our state. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ Data for Indigenous Justice asked the Department of Public Safety for a list of Alaska Native homicide victims, but the agency said it does not collect that data—claiming it would take hours to compile the records—and refused the request. The nonprofit said it will continue to build its own database to show the true scale of missing or murdered Indigenous people. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UAA volleyball team started its season by sweeping Hawaii Pacific in three straight sets at the Alaska Airlines Center on August 28th. Coach Stacie Meisner said the win followed weeks of intense practice and team bonding — a promising start for the Seawolves. Anchorage Daily News
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All Star Monster Truck Showdown
1-2:30 p.m. — Alaska State Fair — Adults $18, Youth $13, Kids $8 — Witness thrilling monster truck battles including wheelies, racing, and freestyle action.
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All Star Monster Truck Show
1:00 – 2:30 PM — Alaska State Fair — Tickets from $37 — Experience the thrill of monster trucks as they roar and race at the Alaska State Fairgrounds.
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David Spade Live Comedy Show
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Alaska State Fair — $59-$89 (additional fair admission required) — Enjoy laughs with the comedic legend known for his timeless roles and sharp wit.
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Josiah and the Bonnevilles Concert
7 PM - 11 PM — 49th State Brewing — Cover charge applies — Experience soulful Americana from Josiah and the Bonnevilles kicking off their three-night run in Alaska.
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Northern Lights Photography Tour
Northern Lights Tour — 00:00 — Visit Anchorage Log Cabin Visitor Information Center — $875 — Chase the breathtaking auroras of Alaska while learning from an expert photographer.
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Oktoberfest 2025
5 PM – 1 AM — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Cost information not provided — Celebrate German culture with pretzels, cheese, and joyful festivities.
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Candlelight: Rings and Dragons
9 PM — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting music from Rings and Dragons under the glow of candlelight.
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2025 JBER Air Force Ball
5-10 p.m. — Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center — Ticket prices range from $50-$70 — Celebrate the USAF's 78th Birthday with a formal evening of dining and camaraderie.
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Kody West Live Concert
3-7 p.m. — Williwaw Social — $ — Celebrate the end of summer with Kody West and local bands in a lively Americana music festival.
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Lift & Lengthen Workshop: Cupping and Stretching Techniques
9 AM – 6 PM — Alaska Career College — Registration required — Explore cupping and stretching techniques to enhance your body’s flexibility and circulation.
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