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Thursday, December 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • In Anchorage, community events like 'Carols and Cookies' and the Eagle River Lions Club's holiday dinner brought people together for peace and harmony on Christmas Day.  Your Alaska Link

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Alaska employers are adapting to new minimum wage and sick leave requirements set by Ballot Measure 1, seeking ways to implement changes without passing costs onto customers or reducing employee hours.  Anchorage Daily News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Alaska's Division of Elections Director Carol Beecher addressed concerns and defended the integrity of the 2024 election at a legislative hearing, amid discussions on improving voter trust and election logistics.  Alaska Beacon
  • President-Elect Donald Trump's proposal to change Denali back to Mount McKinley has reignited controversy among Alaskans and political figures.  Alaska Beacon

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School's boys basketball team, under head coach Chuck Martin, kicked off their season with a strong start in their pursuit of a third consecutive 4A state championship, emphasizing continuous improvement and team unity.  Anchorage Daily News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Grace C Elliot Live Performance

    Grace C Elliot will perform live at the Sitzmark Bar & Grill in Girdwood.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Celebration

    The event features a Torchlight Parade followed by a fireworks display at Alyeska Resort, welcoming the New Year with family-friendly festivities.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Alaska Sunday Meditation Classes at Namaste North

    These Sunday classes offer meditation practices along with discussions on Buddhist wisdom for both beginners and experienced meditators in a tranquil yoga studio setting.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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  • Frosty Bottom Winter Bike Endurance Event

    The Frosty Bottom features long and short course options for winter biking along the scenic multi-use trails in Anchorage.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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