Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage singles pulled invasive bird cherry and chokecherry saplings + connected at Tikishla Park on Sept.

14 while challenging dating apps; organizers plan another pull for singles on Oct. 2.

Anchorage residents will have the chance to meet MRAK leaders (Todd Lindley and Natalie Spaulding) at the downtown New Sagaya City Market on Thursday, Sept.

24, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. They will ask questions, share feedback and receive a special gift.

Chief Meteorologist Melissa Frey said on Thursday, Sep.

17 that a strong El Niño is expected to bring warmer temperatures and varied rainfall this winter, following historical trends that may reshape Alaska’s weather patterns.

A new law—SB9—allows communities to install baby drop boxes so parents can surrender infants anonymously, and Governor Mike Dunleavy signed the bill on Sept.

9 in Anchorage. Officials say the change will provide a safer option to reduce the risk of infant abandonment.

A new electronic health record system will launch in Anchorage on Oct.

24 to cut wait times and help veterans get care faster — although lawmakers have subpoenaed Oracle’s top executives over a $17 billion cost rise. This move follows a months-long rollout that promises modernized care for veterans.

Paramedics and union leaders report that a revolving door of drug overdose calls — along with record call volumes — is pushing Anchorage Fire Department personnel to their limits.

A cancer survivor returned to the stage with her daughter at a local event to raise funds for cancer research.

The performance brought attention to research efforts and support for patients.

Anchorage real estate experts warn that the recent Federal Reserve decision could sustain a 7% interest rate as a tight housing supply limits options for buyers.

Joe Logan and Rosetta Alcantara of Alaska Realtors (citing broader market trends) say the change may impact local property markets.