Good morning, Anchorage.

The Anchorage Fire Department collected boot donations for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) on Friday afternoon at 10 intersections from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Firefighters in traffic vests partnered with Girdwood and the Airport Fire Departments while following a safety plan so drivers could keep moving.

Local artist Ted Kim unveiled a new mural in Tikishla Park on Sep.

4 that adds vibrant color to the community. The artwork highlights local creativity in Anchorage and invites visitors to appreciate its artistic flair.

Anchorage School District officials released a plan to use about $32 million in waterfall funding if board members approve the proposal on Sept.

15. The plan would allocate $14 million for programs, transportation, tutoring and charter support and save over $17 million for future needs.

Youth farmer Kinley McKee has been raising her pig Louie to compete at the Alaska State Fair’s 4-H livestock auction.

The auction starts at 12:30 p.m. today at the fair in Palmer, where young farmers showcase their hard work to build college savings and support local agriculture.

Anchorage Fire Department completed a fuel break project near Stuckagain Heights and Basher Trailhead, covering an area 200 feet wide and about one mile long.

The project will help reduce wildfire risks + protect local communities.

Orphaned brown bear cubs ate breakfast at the Alaska Zoo on Friday, Sep.

4, drawing visitors and showcasing the zoo's care for young wildlife.

The federal government transferred ownership of the Alaska Native Medical Center to the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium on Aug.

24 after decades of tribal advocacy. The change will not alter patient care but will help the hospital access tribally available funds (historic step).

Clint Johnson retired on Aug.

27 after nearly 30 years as Alaska’s NTSB chief, having led more than 1,000 aviation accident investigations. He looks forward to spending time with family (boating and camping) while watching aviation safety continue to improve.

On Friday, the BLM announced a proposal that would replace individual environmental reviews for oil projects in the NPR-A with a single study and require permits within 60 days—this rule will be published on Sep.

8, which starts the 60-day public comment period.