Good Day
Anchorage
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A school bus driver's vigilant reporting and firefighters' prompt response contained an attic fire in East Anchorage, preventing major damage and resulting in no injuries. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ A head-on collision results in one fatality and critical injuries, a Coast Guard search for a capsized vessel is suspended with five missing, and an apartment fire displaces families in Anchorage. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ A fire at an Anchorage apartment complex displaced 28 families and underscored the importance of proper disposal of smoking materials. Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Anchorage Museum's 'Frozen Forms' exhibit, featuring cardboard snowflake sculptures and interactive activities, offers a fun and educational experience for all ages until April 6. Your Alaska Link
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Anchorage School District is considering closing Baxter, Fire Lake, Lake Hood, and Nunaka Valley elementary schools as part of its 'Rightsizing ASD' initiative. Alaska's News Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The updated 'Alaska’s Changing Environment' report, enriched by broader contributions and Indigenous insights, aims to non-technically detail Alaska's climate challenges to inform responses. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ The Northern Bering Sea, significantly impacted by record low-ice conditions in 2018, is likely to experience similar conditions one to three times per decade through the 2030s due to Arctic warming and the variability of the Aleutian Low. Alaska Beacon
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Anchorage Assembly unanimously passed a law extending mandatory ID checks for alcohol purchases to all bars and restaurants, effective March 1. Must Read Alaska
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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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Colony Christmas Parade and Festival
Experience the festive atmosphere during the Colony Christmas event in Palmer, Alaska, featuring a parade and various holiday activities.
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Little Women Concert
The 'Little Women' concert will take place at the Anchorage Community Theatre, showcasing an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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Private Dance Lessons: East & West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Country 2 Step & Blues Dancing
The event offers private dance lessons for various styles including East & West Coast Swing and Salsa in Anchorage, Alaska, led by a certified instructor.
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~ Edmund Hillary
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