Monday, December 2nd, 2024
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage's only cemetery offering free burial plots is nearing full capacity, leading officials to explore alternatives such as stacked burials and additional space in historical sections to extend availability until next summer. Anchorage Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An adult male was hospitalized after an early morning shooting in East Anchorage, with police seeking information from the public. Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In 1946, excitement and speculation over a 'lizard-like monster' washed ashore in Alaska turned to anticlimax when a University of Alaska Fairbanks anthropologist identified the creature as a killer whale. Anchorage Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A study highlights that diminishing early-season snowfall in Alaska is complicating traditional fall aerial surveys for moose population assessment due to inadequate snow cover, with projections indicating the situation could worsen, impacting over half of the state's moose habitat by mid-century. Anchorage Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alaska's election results confirm no changes in outcomes, reveal a larger margin against ranked choice voting repeal, and show shifts in geographic strengths between parties. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ Former Alaska Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux's trial on charges of election misconduct concluded with the jury deliberating after Thanksgiving, with a verdict expected early in the week. Must Read Alaska
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bell's Nursery in Anchorage offers a selection of 4,000 trees from Washington, emphasizing the importance of choice and care in selecting the perfect Christmas tree. Alaska's News Source
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Private Dance Lessons: Swing, Salsa, Country & More
Learn various dance styles including East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, and Country 2 Step in private lessons tailored for all skill levels in Anchorage, Alaska.
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Private Dance Lessons: Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step & Blues
Learn various dance styles including East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, and more in private lessons tailored to enhance your skills in a fun and engaging environment.
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Alaska Real Producers Holiday Party
Celebrate the holiday season with fellow real estate professionals at Alaska Real Producers' festive gathering at 49th State Brewing.
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Private Dance Lessons in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step & Blues Dancing
Experience personalized instruction in a variety of dance styles with private lessons available in Anchorage, Alaska.
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Spaffdaddy and Unknowns Live Performance at The Carousel Lounge
Experience a live music event featuring Spaffdaddy, an Anchorage-raised artist known for his unique sound, alongside the Unknowns at the Carousel Lounge.
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Valley Car Club's Monthly Cars and Coffee Gathering
Experience a monthly gathering of car enthusiasts at the Valley Car Club's Cars and Coffee event, featuring socializing, coffee, and occasional cruises.
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AHERA Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Initial Training
Learn essential skills for asbestos abatement work in Alaska through comprehensive training and hands-on experience.
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Private Dance Lessons in Multiple Styles
The event offers private dance lessons in various styles including East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step, and Blues Dancing, taught by a certified instructor in Anchorage, Alaska.
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Private Dance Lessons in Various Styles
This event offers private lessons in East and West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step, and Blues Dancing for all skill levels in Anchorage, Alaska.
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Bright Up the Night: Alaska’s Holiday Light Display
Bright Up the Night features over 70 festive light displays in a drive-through experience at the Alaska State Fair, running from Thanksgiving until New Year’s Eve.
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