Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage Rabbi Yosef Greenburg from the Lubavitch Jewish Center said that every Jewish person is happy that the remaining hostages were released following the Hamas attacks on Oct.

7, 2023. He noted that while the community celebrated the festive holiday that began Monday night — they remain cautious and hope for a new era of peace that curbs extremism in the Middle East.

On Saturday, 24 Alaska veterans returned home after an honor flight from Washington D.C.—a welcome home long overdue that honored their service.

Alaska Pacific University hosted Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration at Moseley Sports Center in Anchorage—Alaska Natives performed songs, served traditional foods and ran vendor booths to honor native contributions statewide.

The event celebrated cultural heritage and included handmade crafts for the community.

Data from the Department of Labor shows seniors now make up 6.2% of Alaska's workforce while teenagers account for 3.7% as prime-age workers decline.

State officials linked the changes to fewer job seekers, increased wage growth, and new programs + relaxed laws that help boost teen employment.

Fifteen libraries across Alaska have received free online access to more than 20 local and national newspapers after the Alaska Library Network secured a $10,250 grant from the Atwood Foundation.

Library cardholders can use the Newsbank database to read both current news and historic papers—more libraries may join if usage remains strong.

Governor Mike Dunleavy said 51 people were rescued—three remain missing in Kwigillingok—after a storm hit western Alaska.

State relief teams will continue to provide shelter, food, and aid as they work to help affected communities.

Alaska triathlete Samantha Skold, an Air Force captain and physician assistant at JBER, won the 30-34 age group at the Ironman World Championships in Kona on Saturday with a time of 9 hours, 34 minutes, 59 seconds—making her the fastest overall non-professional finisher.

The win boosted her confidence, and she will test the professional field in 2026 by racing in five or six international events while continuing her rigorous training in Alaska.

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.

Enchanted Trails Adventure

2-4 p.m. — Goose Lake Park — Kids 2 and under free — Embark on a magical adventure and train alongside fairies, elves, and dragons in this family-friendly event.

Zoo Boo Celebration

10 AM – 6 PM — Alaska Zoo — $15+ — Enjoy a spooky day with candy stations, pumpkin carving, and fun activities for all ages.

Anchorage Dog Sledding and Animal Encounters Tour

2-hour adventure — 5100 Cordova St, Anchorage, AK — Cost varies — Experience the thrill of dog sledding and hand-feeding Alaskan wildlife in an immersive tour.

AMA Annual Convention 2025

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport — Cost Info not verified — Engage with marketing professionals, discover trends, and network in Anchorage's premier marketing event.

Anchorage Zine Fair

12-6 p.m. — The Nave — Free entry — Discover local artistry and creativity at the Anchorage Zine Fair.

46th Annual Alaska Resources Conference

Time TBA — Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center — Early bird registration ends November 1 — Engage with industry leaders and explore Alaska’s natural resources at this major economic event.