Good Day
Anchorage
Friday, November 15th, 2024
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grassroots organizations in Anchorage are providing essential support, including food and housing assistance, amid growing economic challenges. The Alaska Current
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Alaska tribal health care executive, Kevin Gottlieb, and two other dentists enter a no contest plea for a misdemeanor count of medical assistance fraud regarding falsified dental service records. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ In Anchorage, a tragic event led to the death of a mother, her two children, and the perpetrator in an intentional fire on Mother's Day, sparking a conversation on domestic violence and homicide. Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage hosts diverse weekend events, from jazz performances and a craft beer festival to roller derby, a community concert, and a folk film festival. Anchorage Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of the Interior's draft environmental impact statement supports a land trade enabling the construction of a road through Alaska's Izembek Wildlife Refuge, aiming to provide safer access between King Cove and Cold Bay despite ecological and cultural concerns. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ A federal judge upheld new halibut bycatch limits for deep-sea trawlers in Alaska, dismissing a lawsuit by a trade group challenging the regulation. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ A winter storm is set to spread snow across southern mainland Alaska, impacting Southwest to Southeast regions with various winter weather alerts in effect. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Anchorage Assembly is reviewing a proposal to allow disabled drivers with a special permit to park for free in downtown meters, aiming to improve accessibility and increase fines for unauthorized use of handicapped spaces. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance's 2025 budget plan reallocates alcohol and newly available cannabis tax funds, significantly reducing alcohol tax spending for social services while introducing marijuana tax revenue for child care and early education. Anchorage Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Alaska experiences a nearly 39% increase in drug overdose deaths, contrasting with a national decline. Anchorage Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Private Dance Lessons: East & West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa and More
Learn a variety of dance styles including East & West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, and Blues Dancing through personalized private lessons in Anchorage, Alaska.
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