Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage officials said events at Town Square Park cut crime this summer as police calls dropped to about half of last summer’s numbers.

City leaders said upgrades—more cameras and brighter lights—will start in 2026 to keep the park safe.

As winter approaches, Anchorage residents are starting home maintenance work to prepare for cold temperatures.

Jason Kalai from Central Plumbing and Heating said homeowners should change air filters and check insulation—especially in older homes to keep pipes from freezing.

The Atka Dancers have revived Unangax̂ dance in the Aleutian and Pribilof Islands by teaching young people its songs and steps in culture camps and at a festival held in Unalaska in August—Mike Swetzof said he started the troupe in 1996 after seeing a dance in Russia.

Anchorage will host the final 2025 Trend Alaska Fashion Show this weekend as it concludes a celebrated run featuring Alaska’s top designers and artists—organizers said the event will showcase final collections.

Student artist Sarah Cornils will finish her drawing degree at UAA this year and plans to launch her creative career using mixed media techniques.

She works for a nonprofit and shares her vibrant art through PaintedPeaks — a project that reflects her abstract style and love for landscapes.

Anchorage School District announced that the federal government cancelled a $3.3M grant for career and technical education, effective Sept.

30, and the district may appeal the decision within seven days. Administrators said they will reallocate resources — keeping six teacher positions—to ensure students in career classes are not impacted.

Anchorage International Airport began a two-year study to measure jet noise in nearby neighborhoods including Sand Lake, Turnagain, and Spenard and to update its noise map from 2015.

Data from summer measurements will be compared to fall tests to find areas where noise averages 65 dB or above so homes there may qualify for federal funding—public input is welcome at an early January meeting.

Alaska Attorney General Stephen Cox asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to review the state's challenge to federal salmon management along a 180-mile stretch of the Kuskokwim River through the Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge.

The state is in conflict with Alaska Native groups who say the move endangers subsistence fishing—raising concerns for rural residents.

An Anchorage landlord filed a complaint with the State Ombudsman over overpayments from AHFC’s Housing Voucher Program—one instance causing a $10,068 loss—and requested an audit of its accounting practices for not following ALTA rules.

The ombudsman’s office kept the complaint open while it awaited additional documentation.

Alaska filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court—asking if rural Alaskans can keep special fishing rights on most rivers and lakes in federal parks, preserves and reserves—and state officials said they believe federal law lets the state manage its waters.

Alaska Native groups have said they worry this action could weaken fishing protections for rural communities.

Anchorage’s Kikkan Randall was named to the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025—she will be inducted formally on April 11th, 2026 in Park City, Utah.

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.

Scream Zine Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Anchorage Public Library (Z.J. Loussac Library) — Free entry — Transform your fears into creative zines through writing and photography.