Experts give tips to keep your house warm during the winter
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - As temperatures continue to drop into the negatives, HVAC technicians have a few tips and tricks to ensure your house is warm and safe during the Alaska winter. “One of the best things you can do is with your thermostat,” said Rob Merchant, owner and install...
Off duty trooper, family chased in Wasilla road rage case
WASILLA, Alaska (KTUU) - Alaska State Troopers arrested 36-year-old Reno Magsayo Saturday afternoon following a high-speed chase and SWAT response. Charging documents say Magsayo tried to ram an off-duty Alaska State Trooper and his family while traveling at speeds as high as 90 mph. At 1:07 p.m. the trooper called...
Winter Solstice Marks Shortest Day of the Year, Longer Days Ahead
At 8:03 a.m. MST (7:03 a.m. PST), the Northern Hemisphere officially tilts into winter with the arrival of the winter solstice, the astronomical event that marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. The winter solstice occurs when Earth’s axial tilt positions the Northern Hemisphere farthest away from...
Current Cravings: Quest for a perfect burger ends at Club Paris
Let’s talk about burger cravings, and specifically, a common misfortune that follows. Maybe you’ve had a burger on the mind for a while, potentially through a slog of tedious meetings or the final miles of a long hike. You imagine the juicy and well-seasoned patty, the perfect sauce, the crunch of lettuce, the soft...
Alaska Winter Warning: Animal Collisions Spike After Dark Near Anchorage
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Anchorage, AK – As winter darkness deepens across Alaska and daylight hours shrink dramatically, drivers near Anchorage are being warned about a seasonal danger that spikes sharply this time of year:...
Late Palmer fire chief honored in memorial procession down Glenn Highway
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A procession honoring the life of former Palmer Fire & Rescue Chief Chad Cameron, who died in early December, was held Saturday down the Glenn Highway. Dozens of emergency vehicles escorted the procession from Palmer to Anchorage honoring Cameron as taps played in the background. The...
A New Day For Connoisseur In 49th State
Until January 2023, he ran Coastal Television Broadcasting Group’s Anchorage-based television stations, serving three markets across Alaska. Now, after three years as Local Sales Manger for “25 News” in Waco, Texas, he’s heading back to the 49th state in the union. Rod Day is the new...
This ‘50s-Style Diner In Alaska Is Where Your Breakfast Dreams Come True
Imagine a place where pancakes are served with a side of time travel, and the coffee comes with unlimited refills of nostalgia. Welcome to Sami’s City Diner in Anchorage, where breakfast dreams don’t just come true—they come with hash browns and a chorus of sizzling bacon. The...
Hilltop Ski Area celebrates the solstice with annual celebration
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The shortest day of the year but bitterly cold temperatures didn’t stop hundreds of Anchorage residents from hitting the slopes Sunday. Hilltop Ski Area’s annual Alaska Airlines Winter Solstice Celebration let skiers enjoy food trucks, a photo booth, Santa and his reindeer, along with a...
These Alaska Cafés Are the Ultimate Holiday Hideaways
Winter in Alaska asks you to slow down, warm up, and lean into moments that feel like home. These cafés deliver that sweet spot where steam meets snow, where conversation hums and mittens dry by the window. You will find bright bakes, roasty aromas, and hospitality that feels hand stitched. Let this list be your cozy...
