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Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Laurence Lombard, a Harvard-trained lawyer turned novice pilot, flew from Boston to Alaska in 1930 with co-pilot Frederick Blodgett. They battled mechanical failures, weather delays, and scarce provisions before landing in Ketchikan a week later, a feat that marked a daring chapter in local aviation history. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ On Dec. 18, the Alaska Botanical Garden hosted its annual Brighter Winter Nights event, lighting 7 acres of East Anchorage woods with luminarias and decorations. Visitors enjoyed exploring the outdoor art and embracing winter’s unique charm. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Alaskans gathered at Cuddy Park on Dec. 19 to mark the winter solstice as daylight slowly began its return — a local tradition welcoming longer days. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Hundreds of Anchorage residents enjoyed torchlight skiing and a fireworks show at Hilltop Ski Area’s Alaska Airlines Winter Solstice Celebration on Sunday; food trucks and a photo booth, along with appearances by Santa and his reindeer, added to the festive atmosphere. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bartlett edged Union 65-64 on a buzzer-beater from freshman Farrah Gamechuk on Dec. 19 at Bartlett High; star Brooklyn Haywood celebrated her homecoming signing ceremony Saturday at the YMCA on Lake Otis Parkway. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ At the Alaska Airlines Center Saturday, SWDP boys clinched their second straight state wrestling title after key pins boosted their win, while Soldotna girls secured a three-peat in Division I. Their strong performances highlight a busy weekend for local high school wrestling & set the stage for future tournaments. Anchorage Daily News
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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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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.
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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.
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