Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage is gearing up for the annual Great Alaska Duck Race this weekend—thousands of rubber ducks will race down Ship Creek to mark the event.

Theresa Brown started a free farm stand to offer fresh produce and cooking samples to Anchorage residents in need, with donations from local farmers and gardeners.

The stand, open Tuesday afternoons in Fairview and Wednesdays in Spenard, received over 2,000 pounds of produce—volunteers keep the friendly atmosphere, and it will close for the season on Tuesday with plans to return next summer.

Starting the week of October 5, Northern Air Cargo will launch a direct air-cargo route from Seattle to Anchorage — flights will leave Seattle on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings and reach Anchorage the next mornings to serve rural communities including Nome, Kotzebue, Utqiagvik and Bethel. Businesses will benefit from same-day freshness and a climate-controlled system that transports fresh seafood and crucial supplies.

Heavy rain in Portage Valley has raised concerns that an old landslide near Portage Lake might dump rocks into the water, risking a 50-foot local tsunami—officials have noted recent images of movement and increased rain.

The U.S. Forest Service has pulled staff from the Begich Boggs Visitor Center and Portage Glacier Cruises canceled weekend tours as more rain is forecast through the weekend.

Scientists are tracking landslide risks caused by warming and thawing permafrost that may harm roads and homes.

Local and federal agencies are reviewing funding and improving alerts as new technology and public reports help spot these hazards—officials say more work is needed to keep people safe.

Scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey and other agencies have launched a program at Barry Arm to watch for landslides that might trigger a tsunami in Prince William Sound.

They use special tools to collect data that will help warn nearby areas like Whittier—this work may guide future safety steps.

On September 12th, AFD Wildfire Division project manager Stephanie Dufek discussed the department’s wildfire response survey and reported what locals observed about recent fires — findings that will guide future response plans.

Anchorage police reported a statewide 911 outage and advised residents to call 311 or 9077868900 to reach emergency dispatch while the system remains down.

Officials said the cause is unknown and they are monitoring the situation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Linux Fundamentals GL120 Training Class

Mon-Fri, Sep 22-26 — Frontier Safety And Supply, LLC — Costs Vary — Enhance your IT skills with comprehensive training on Linux fundamentals.

Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Classics

6:30-7:29 p.m. — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of artists like Prince and Childish Gambino under candlelight.

Comedy Night with Mike Glazer & Sam Miller

8:00 – 11:59 PM — Chilkoot Charlie's — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with acclaimed comedians Mike Glazer and Sam Miller.

Nic's Race 5k, Kids 2k, & Duathlon

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Kincaid Park — Participation fee required — A thrilling weekend of races for competitive athletes and families alike.

Alaska Whole Life Festival

11 AM – 6 PM — Coast Inn at Lake Hood — Various costs — Explore a diverse range of metaphysical, holistic, and healing products and services at this engaging festival.

October Meeting

6-9 p.m. — Campbell Creek Science Center — Free — Enjoy a potluck and share favorite native plant photos at this month's meeting.