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Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Dec. 5, Heather Philp, the Anchorage School District transportation director, led a team that checked icy roads on the Hillside to decide if school buses could run safely. Her team’s early reports influenced decisions to close schools twice this week—ensuring nearly 22,000 children remained safe while traveling. Anchorage Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Freezing rain and wintry mix are affecting Southcentral Alaska today as cold air pushes in from the north and winter advisories remain in effect; regions should brace for additional light snowfall on Friday and into next week. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alaska sports scores from December 6 showed high school teams competing in volleyball, wrestling and hockey, while college teams played basketball and volleyball; games from Thursday to Saturday confirmed strong contests across the state (including both boys and girls events). Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Unalaska's undefeated Raiders advanced in the state tournament on Dec.4 at Dimond High School after dominating early rounds and now await a final opponent to seek a back-to-back title; meanwhile, a new prep volleyball program at Anchorage's Anchor Lutheran builds on a small team as players gain valuable tournament experience. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Senior Deuce Alailefaleula of Bartlett High was named Gatorade Alaska Football Player of the Year on Friday after leading his team to a state championship appearance. He maintained an A average + volunteered with the Rotary Club in Anchorage and committed to Boise State University. Anchorage Daily News
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Python for Scientists Training Class
Dec 8-12 — Frontier Safety And Supply, LLC — $2250 — Enhance your Python skills with hands-on training tailored for scientists.
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Holiday Wreath Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Dimond Greenhouse — $45 per wreath — Create your own festive wreath using fresh cut greens for the holiday season.
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The Snow Globe Run
11 AM – 1 PM — Peanut Farm — Check for entry fees — Lace up for a festive run, walk, or cheer along at this community winter event.
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Winter Solstice Festival
5-8 p.m. — Cuddy Family Midtown Park — Free entry — Celebrate the shortest day of the year with winter activities, warm festivities, and holiday cheer.
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West Anchorage High School Basketball Game
6:00 – 7:15 PM — West Anchorage High School — Free entry — Catch an exciting girls basketball matchup at the local high school.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
8:30-9:30 p.m. — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — $38 — Experience a magical evening of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in candlelight.
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Alaska Winter Survival Day Camp
10 AM – 3 PM — Anchorage Museum — Check website for pricing — Engage in fun S.T.E.A.M activities exploring survival in Alaskan winters.
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New Year's Eve in Anchorage 2025-2026
7-9 p.m. — Chinook — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with fireworks and live music in Anchorage's downtown area.
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