OKCELLO Comes to the Discovery Theatre in February
OkCello is coming to Anchorage in February. The performance is set for Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:30pm at the Discovery Theatre. Atlanta-based cellist and songwriter Okorie “OkCello” Johnson brings his blend of looped layers, improvisation, and musical storytelling to the stage—fusing classical chops with the...
AROUND ALASKA: Solstice Festival, Tree Lighting, and Park Award!
As cleanup continues after a recent windstorm, Mat-Su Borough is waiving landfill disposal fees for residents. The waiver applies to construction and demolition materials, including wood, concrete, lumber, and furniture, through December 21, helping locals clear debris from their properties. Fairbanks is kicking off...
State gives deadline for owners of Western Alaskan dogs evacuated from Halong to claim...
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Western Alaskans who had to leave their dogs behind after ex-Typhoon Halong devastated the region in October have until Monday to claim them or the animals will be spayed or neutered and made available for adoption, according to the State Veterinarian’s office. State Veterinarian Dr....
Local Committees Forward Remarks on ‘Holtan Hills’ Permit to GBOS
Local committees are recommending the city complete a land use plan before approving a conditional use permit for the first phase of the "Holtan Hills" subdivision. The motion, passed unanimously on Dec. 1 by Girdwood's Housing and Economic Committee, is one of six measures supported Monday by the Land Use Committee.
Hanukkah celebrations around Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Hanukkah, the eight-day “festival of lights,” starts Sunday night, and celebrations are planned all over Alaska. From ice menorahs to family-friendly activities and community celebrations, this Jewish holiday offers something for everyone. Here’s a list of events happening around the state....
Anchorage officials say online survey for new municipal seal was manipulated
An effort to decide whether to change the Municipality of Anchorage’s official seal has been marred by technical manipulation and misinformation, city leaders say. Anchorage officials put out a web survey late last month for members of the public to weigh in on five proposed seals, including one that has no changes....
Anchorage police arrest man after chaotic downtown pursuit, K9 assists
Anchorage Police arrested a man early Tuesday morning after a chaotic pursuit downtown. Police were trying to locate 31-year-old Jeremiah Talai, who had two outstanding felony warrants, near Cope Street just after 1:25 a.m. Officers say a vehicle left the area and failed to stop during a traffic attempt. The...
Alaska LNG receives final federal permit ahead of schedule
(The Center Square) - Federal regulators have issued all necessary permits for the Alaska LNG project, the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council said, with state-level authorizations in Anchorage now the final step before construction can begin. “I am thrilled to see the Alaska LNG project finish federal...
Mountain View clears abandoned building for new transitional housing project
Work is underway in Mountain View to clear an abandoned building for a new housing project. Crews braved single-digit temperatures on Peterkin Avenue to demolish the old structure. The city is partnering with the nonprofit Flower Community Development to create Happy Healing Homes, which will provide transitional...
ConocoPhillips North Slope layoffs reflect industry trends, economist says
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - ConocoPhillips’ recent layoffs of about 12.5% of its North Slope workforce reflect typical industry responses to declining oil prices, according to a University of Alaska Anchorage economist. Brett Watson, an associate professor and natural resource economist at UAA, said the workforce...
