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Thursday, November 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • FedEx Cares and Operation Warm donated 400 new winter coats to children at Ptarmigan Elementary in Anchorage, contributing to a program that has delivered over 1.4 million jackets since 2016.  Your Alaska Link

CULTURE NEWS

  • The University of Alaska Anchorage celebrates Native American Heritage Month with its second Athabascan Fiddle Festival, offering dance workshops and performances.  Your Alaska Link

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Anchorage School District discussed a proposal to close seven schools during a meeting with community members.  Alaska's News Source
  • An Anchorage eighth-grader, Emily Brubaker, won $100,000 in the first National Civics Bee competition in Washington, D.C., planning to use it for future education and advocating for a health cause.  Alaska's News Source

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Nick Begich edges closer to victory in Alaska's congressional race against Marty Peltola, as the future of the state's open primary and ranked-choice voting system hangs in the balance.  The Alaska Current
  • Nick Begich leads over Rep. Mary Peltola in Alaska's congressional race, with a private data analysis indicating a win at over 52% after redistributing votes, though official final results are pending until Nov. 20.  Must Read Alaska

HEALTH NEWS

  • The 46th annual Alaska EMS Symposium gathers healthcare professionals in Anchorage to advance their education in emergency medical services.  Your Alaska Link

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Santoro: Live Blues and Rock Performance at O'Malley's On the Green

    Experience a night of soulful blues and lively rock from a homegrown Alaskan band at O'Malley's On the Green.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Alaskan Teamster Sisters 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar

    Experience a festive local shopping atmosphere with a variety of small business vendors at the 3rd Annual Member Vendors Holiday Bazaar.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Private Dance Lessons in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step & Blues

    Learn a variety of dance styles including East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, and more through private lessons in Anchorage, Alaska.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Private Dance Lessons in Various Styles

    Learn and enhance your skills in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step, and Blues Dancing through personalized private lessons in Anchorage.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • Private Dance Lessons in East & West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, and More

    Learn a variety of dance styles, including East and West Coast Swing and Salsa, with personalized instruction in Anchorage, Alaska.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • Thursday Night Fights in Anchorage

    Experience an exciting night of live boxing at the William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center in Anchorage.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • Private Dance Lessons: Various Styles in Anchorage, Alaska

    Experience personalized instruction in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step, and Blues Dancing with certified instructors in Anchorage.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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  • Private Dance Lessons in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step & Blues

    Learn a variety of dance styles through private lessons in Anchorage, tailored for all skill levels to enhance your dancing techniques.

    Wed, 11/27/24

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  • Private Dance Lessons in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step & Blues Dancing

    Learn various dance styles through private lessons offered in Anchorage, Alaska, with a certified instructor focusing on personalized instruction and skill progression.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • The Nutcracker: A Holiday Ballet Experience

    Experience the magic of the classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker, featuring the elegant Eugene Ballet and local dancers, accompanied by live music from the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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~ Albert Einstein

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