Good morning, Anchorage.

Walmart has grown its trucking workforce by 33% in the past three years by offering a $115,000 starting pay and improved trucks.

Women drivers Leslie Scott and Michelle Salikie now drive a 53-foot rig on route 1 in Alaska — a move that tackles the local trucking shortage.

Airlines are adding more nonstop flights from Anchorage for summer and into next year.

Alaska Airlines will launch a route to Boston on Saturday, June 13, 2026 & Delta, United and others are expanding routes to offer faster travel and lower layover risks.

After winning its first Division I state title last year, the Fairbanks-based Student Wrestling Development Program aimed to defend its title at the meet held on Dec.

19 at Alaska Airlines Center, showing wins from top wrestlers + strong back-half support.

On Friday, Dec. 19, Newhalen High's Pagan and Ida Lester wrestled at the state meet at Alaska Airlines Center while their older sister Aileen lent support from the corner — the sisters balance the tournament with basketball practices ahead of their season opener.

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.

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.

Anchorage Symphony - Silent Film Night

7:30 p.m. — Anchorage Symphony Orchestra — Ticketed event — Enjoy a unique pairing of live symphonic music with classic silent films.

Jason Russell at Koot's

8-11:59 p.m. — Chilkoot Charlie's — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a high-energy, family-friendly comedy show from the dynamic Jason Russell.