Seawolves ninth at Lewis Crossover
ROMEOVILLE, ILL. – The University of Alaska Anchorage men's and women's cross country teams both finished ninth against a talented field at the Lewis Crossover Saturday. Alexandria Otto led the UAA women with a 19th-place finish in the six-kilometer race in 21:59. Ryann Smith finished 31st (22:12), followed by...
2026 Winter Conference in Anchorage – Registration is OPEN!
Stay at the Lakefront Hotel – The “hub” of the race. Whether you are a “veteran” or “rookie” Iditarod educator, or just want to include an adventure learning project in your classroom, this conference will be one to remember. Walk away with full lessons and ideas to adapt for your own students and classrooms back...
Pont named UAA acting Athletic Director
University of Alaska Anchorage interim chancellor Cheryl Siemers announced Friday that Tanya Pont has been named acting director of athletics, effective immediately. Pont replaces former athletic director Ryan Swartwood, who recently accepted the same role at California State University Northridge. Pont currently...
Free mammograms offered at Alaska Club West with Providence mobile bus
The Providence mammography bus teamed up with The Alaska Club West on Friday to offer free mammograms. Inside the bus, patients checked in with a nurse before getting their screening. You get walked through the whole process, which only takes a few minutes. Health experts recommend that women over 40...
Spreading a simple message through ringing chords: ‘Men Can Sing’
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Ringing chords filled St. John’s United Methodist Church on Friday evening, the eve of a concert for “The Midnight Sons” chorus. While the barbershop group often performs alone, their numbers will be bolstered Saturday evening with an addition of about 40 to 50 young men, hailing from high...
20-year Alaska worker faces deportation after workplace immigration audit
Spreading a simple message through ringing chords: ‘Men Can Sing’. A group of Anchorage Barber shoppers hopes to instill the love of singing in young high school singers with a special program, 'Men Can Sing'. Updated: 1 hour ago. Mother arrested during federal enforcement operation, released on bond. "The...
Municipality of Anchorage Creates Fun Way to Celebrate 50th Anniversary
This September, the Municipality of Anchorage turned 50! To celebrate this milestone, MOA invites residents and visitors to participate in a scavenger hunt for hidden gems throughout the city. Allie Hartman, the Communications Director for the Anchorage Assembly, comments on coming up with the celebratory activity:...
Saving lives one smoke detector at a time
Just one day after Tony Hawk’s legendary ‘900′ skateboard sold at auction for more than $1.15 million, a pro-skater from Anchorage is telling his own story. Anchorage Fire Department raises over $100,000 for Fill the Boot day. Updated: Sep. 19, 2025 at 12:26 PM AKDT. The online...
Runners to run up a ski slope for new ‘Run De Jump’ event in...
The Karl Eid Ski Jump Complex at Hilltop may look empty now, but this Saturday, folks will be climbing up the ski jump. The Nordic Ski Association of Anchorage is debuting the "Run De Jump." It's inspired by an event in the Red Bull extreme sports challenge. Organizers say it’s all about fun and community. They...
Celebrating 90 Years of Social Security
This August, AARP Alaska celebrated the 90th Anniversary of the Social Security Act being signed. Since being enacted on August 14th, 1935, Social Security has supported a secure retirement for millions of Americans, helping them to retire and age with dignity. In its 90 years, Social Security has never missed a...
