Good morning, Anchorage.

Thousands gathered at No Kings rallies in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and other parts of Alaska on Oct.

18 — protesters demanded changes to current policies and greater accountability.

After Typhoon Halong hit Western Alaska, over 600 people were evacuated by military aircraft from the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta to Bethel and Anchorage—state officials now assess the severe damage to key villages.

Officials will move evacuees into temporary non-congregate housing and are planning long-term recovery as they seek federal disaster aid—aiming to restore basic services across the impacted areas.

Rep. Begich delivered his first address to the Alaska Federation of Natives on October 18th, highlighting economic benefits from the One Big Beautiful Bill that will boost revenue for native communities through new lease sales in the North Slope and NPR-A—he also explained that changes to Medicaid exempt Alaska Natives using the Indian Health Service, stressing that native rights to subsistence must be preserved for the bill to move forward. Local leaders will continue to weigh these provisions as they assess the bill’s impact on traditional practices.

Soldotna won its third straight Division II state football title by defeating Lathrop 51 to 28 at Colony High in Palmer on Friday, Oct.

17. The win capped an undefeated season with three players rushing over 100 yards — a key factor in the team’s dominant performance.

Bartlett High School advanced to the Division I state championship game after defeating Service 9 to 2 Saturday with a defense that only allowed a safety.

Cousins Deuce and Simeon Alailefaleula made key stops — their plays and a 39-yard catch led to the win as the team will face an opponent at Colony High School in the Mat-Su Friday.

The Anchorage Wolverines fell 5-3 to the Fairbanks Ice Dogs at Sullivan Arena on Oct.

9 after tying the game in the third period, with two late power-play goals ending their comeback bid and extending a five-game losing streak—Coach Mike Aikens said the team made progress on penalty killing even as evacuees from Western Alaska found a brief respite at the game.

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.

All Alaska Pediatric Symposium

Time TBA — Marriott Anchorage Downtown — Registration required — Explore evidence-based pediatric healthcare practices with leading experts and engage in valuable networking.