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Anchorage
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After more than 30 days of a federal shutdown, air traffic controllers and TSA workers remain unpaid causing delays and airport closures that have affected flights. Alaska Airlines will add 12 nonstop flights from Anchorage to Honolulu starting Dec. 3 and other carriers plan to expand routes to help travelers. Anchorage Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 90-year-old Richard Wien has published his memoir, The Flying Wiens, that tells the story of his family’s work in Alaska aviation from old biplanes to modern jets. The book shares his memories of growing up near pilots and the early local airlines—offering a look at a century of flight history. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Anchorage’s Día de Muertos celebrations have shifted from large public gatherings to offering free at-home ofrenda kits and a video tribute that will beam on the Anchorage Museum from sundown to 10 p.m. Event coordinator Indra Arriaga Delgado said the change was made to protect community members amid increased immigration enforcement and political pressures. Anchorage Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage School District faced strong criticism at a meeting on Oct. 29 about proposals to close two elementary schools next school year—parents and staff worry that the move could lead to larger classes and disrupt special education programs. Board members will vote on the closures on Nov. 18 and continue asking for community feedback through surveys and upcoming meetings. Anchorage Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On October 30th, Judge Pamela Washington—Alaska’s first Black female judge appointed in 2010—retired at The Equity Center in Anchorage where friends and colleagues honored her nearly four decades of service and inspiring legacy; she now leads the National Association of Women Judges. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UAA Seawolves hockey team beat No. 6 Denver 4-3 in overtime on Oct. 31 when Dimitry Kebreau scored at 3:55 in overtime at Magness Arena — the win marked the team’s first over a ranked opponent since Jan. 20, 2024. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ On Halloween night, UAA won the first set against UAF at the Alaska Airlines Center but lost the next three, marking their second defeat to the Nanooks this season. Coach Stacie Meisner said the team showed strong resilience despite key errors (with fans in costumes cheering them on) as they prepared for four more home games. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Between Oct. 29 and Nov. 1, Alaska high schools and colleges played hockey, volleyball, wrestling and basketball as teams from Palmer, Anchorage and other communities posted key wins—many games were close and decided by narrow margins. These scores highlight a busy period of competitive local action across the state. Anchorage Daily News
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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.
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Anchorage Zine Fair
12-6 p.m. — The Nave — Free entry — Discover local artistry and creativity at the Anchorage Zine Fair.
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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.
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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.
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KillBill Sax Concert
6:15-10:15 p.m. — Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center — Cost TBD — Experience the smooth sounds of saxophone from a local talent rooted in Anchorage.
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