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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Anchorage Weekender lists 11 fall events for residents. The guide covers an Indigenous naming ceremony at Thunderbird Falls on Thursday at 11:45 a.m.—and a Saturday Pirate Festival with a market, contest and pub crawl in Town Square. KBRW
- ➤ Anchorage firefighters took part in a 9/11 step challenge on Sept. 11 — they climbed 110 steps in 11 minutes while wearing gear that weighed up to 60 pounds, symbolizing the 110 stories of the World Trade Center. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Yesterday evening, firefighters and community members gathered downtown to honor those who gave their lives protecting others — the 33rd annual ceremony included a new plaque for Red Dog Mine Fire Chief Bob Chandler and marked 24 years to the day after 9/11. This event brought local residents together to remember their fallen heroes. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Anchorage firefighters took part in a stair challenge at a local gym yesterday to honor victims of the September 11 attack by climbing in 60-pound gear for 11 minutes to reach 110 steps — a tribute to the Twin Towers' 110 stories. This 14th annual event strengthens remembrance and unity among the brave teams. Alaska's News Source
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Major shipping companies stopped transporting electric vehicles to Alaska because of fire risks from lithium ion batteries—dealers in Juneau now use ferries that can carry only two vehicles at a time while buyers in Anchorage face delays in receiving new models. KBRW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage offers a busy weekend with Yung Gravy headlining the Sundown Summer Concert Series Friday at 6 p.m. at Town Square Park, the Sitka Music Festival showcasing classical works at UAA Recital Hall from Friday through Sunday, and Midnight Sun Theatre staging the Serial Bowl of one-act plays — events that bring a range of music and theater to the local scene. Other offerings include Anchorage Pirate Fest Saturday with a dog costume contest and pub crawl, Spenard Second Saturday History Talk at Bear Tooth Theatrepub at 11 a.m., the free Great Alaska Quilt Show on Saturday and Sunday, and comedian Paula Poundstone performing at Discovery Theatre Saturday at 7:30 p.m. — local events that promise fun for many. Anchorage Daily News
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Glenfarne announced that Japan’s largest electric company, JERA, agreed to buy 1 million tons of natural gas per year from the proposed Alaska LNG pipeline in a tentative deal signed on Wednesday. The company said its agreement adds to preliminary contracts covering over half of the available LNG capacity—financing will be pursued as final decisions on in-state use and export components are expected by year-end and by the end of 2026. Anchorage Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New STAR testing results show that last spring Alaska students made about a 1% gain in reading and math scores. Education officials and lawmakers are debating school funding plus next steps to support improved student performance. Anchorage Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Alaska Attorney General Stephen Cox asked the Regulatory Commission to step in on behalf of Chugach Electric Association ratepayers after the utility automatically enrolled all 90,000 members in its Cents of Community program, which forces them to fund speech they may not support. Cox requested the commission require a redesign of the program to protect ratepayers’ First Amendment rights. Must Read Alaska
- ➤ A federal class-action lawsuit against Alaska’s Office of Children’s Services began Aug. 25th in Anchorage after former foster youth Matthew Vandenberg told the court about unsafe placements, including one called the ramen house where he lost weight and missed school. Attorney Marcia Lowry of A Better Childhood said low monthly visits and high caseworker demands have put kids at risk — a sign that reforms may come soon to the foster system. Anchorage Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Anchorage Superior Court judge ruled in favor of the state, clearing the way for the repeal of the 80th Percentile Rule—repealed by the Dunleavy administration in 2024 after it was said to raise health care costs, though some medical providers believe its removal may force clinics to close. The decision may be appealed to the Alaska Supreme Court. KTOO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage Wolverines will begin a new season with head coach Mike Aikens returning and several new local players added to strengthen the team. They will play a road opener on Sept. 19 before hosting the Minnesota Wilderness at Sullivan Arena on Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m.—ticket sales already exceed last season’s figures. Anchorage Daily News
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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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