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Anchorage
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents on St. Lawrence Island have seen their traditional ice cellars collapse or flood as thawing permafrost and erosion challenge their age-old food storage. Researchers from UAF met last month in Savoonga and plan to share repair techniques and traditional methods with other Arctic communities—this project is part of a broader effort to adapt to a warming Arctic. Alaska Public Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study by the Belfer Center shows that using solar with diesel is cheaper than diesel alone in remote Alaskan towns when fuel costs are high. The study finds that places like Ambler and Kobuk may save money by adding solar panels even though they still need diesel during cloudy days—helping them keep their energy bills steady. Alaska Beacon
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alaska’s State Board of Education is reviewing a proposed rule that may cut school resource officers and bus services, and officials stress the plan is under study — not a change set in motion yet. Anchorage School District Superintendent Dr. Jahrett Bryantt and Education Commissioner Deena Bishop urge the public to share thoughts during today's online testimony session. Your Alaska Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage will improve winter operations by allowing residents to track the snow fleet using new GPS systems. Mayor Suzanne LaFrance said the city is upgrading equipment and expanding its team—adding a large snow disposal site—to handle a heavy winter if it arrives. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Essential Air Service secured $41 million in funding on Oct. 8—DOT said the money will cover operations until November. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Governor Dunleavy has ordered all state agencies under AO 360 to cut unnecessary rules by 25 percent by the end of 2027—agencies such as Transportation, Law, and Environmental Conservation are reviewing current regulations and gathering public input to tighten permit processes—ensuring a leaner state framework. Must Read Alaska
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Experts and industry leaders gathered at the 2025 Anchorage Housing Summit at the Dena’ina Center to discuss building material challenges and rising housing prices that affect the local market. Federal rate cuts could make homeownership more attainable by 2027+ experts expect policy changes and improved labor conditions to ease construction challenges. Your Alaska Link
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Born Of Osiris Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — SteamDot Williwaw — Ticketed event — Experience the progressive metal sound of Born of Osiris, blending technical skill with brutal energy.
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Alaska Bar Citizen - Citizencon Direct 2025
11 AM-1 PM — The Writer's Block Bookstore & Cafe — Free entry — Connect with fellow Star Citizen fans as you enjoy food, drinks, and a live stream of CitizenCon 2025.
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Advancing Tribal Early Childhood through CCDF
10-11:30 a.m. — Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center — Free entry — Explore how CCDF empowers Tribal communities and nurtures their youngest citizens.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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