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Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage fisherman Baxter Cox died in a pot cod accident and is remembered by his family and friends as a kind, uplifting friend. Alaska's News Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The FBI is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of 43-year-old Esthepen Delossantos Pebenito (also known as Pepe) wanted for alleged meth distribution in Anchorage, and authorities say he is armed, dangerous, and an escape risk. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ Anchorage police investigated the deaths of a man and a woman found early Tuesday at Davis Park on Mountain View Drive—medical examiners will review the cause of death as officers continue processing the area. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ Anchorage Police Chief Sean Case told Lauren Maxwell that APD is investigating the deaths of two adults found at Davis Park—police reported the bodies were discovered Tuesday morning. Alaska's News Source
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new state report shows that Alaska's average monthly mortgage payments have jumped 75% since 2021 to $2,300—the highest adjusted for inflation in over 30 years, and rental prices have also risen across the state. The report from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development details steeper increases in some areas as low vacancy rates let landlords raise rents. Alaska Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ James Hoelscher, head of the state's Village Public Safety Officer Division, said his program is expanding with 85 VPSOs serving 63 communities and some regions are rearming officers—bucking the national trend of under-staffed public safety agencies. He added work remains to address uneven emergency responses in rural areas as the division builds a stronger safety network. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ The U.S. Arctic Research Commission said its new report calls for more study on security issues to guide the next five-year Arctic research plan as changing conditions affect Alaska communities and national defense. The report stressed that affordable local energy and robust fisheries are crucial for community needs, and the Arctic Research Consortium will shut down at the end of this month—impacting coordinated research. Alaska Public Media
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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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