Alaska Statewide Arts and Culture Convergence Set for April 2026 in Anchorage
The Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Alaska Arts & Culture Foundation have announced plans to host the Alaska Statewide Arts and Culture Convergence in Anchorage on April 16–17, 2026. The two-day gathering will bring together artists, cultural leaders, educators, nonprofit organizations, and community...
Anchorage adds new signage to Goose Loop trail to improve safety, navigation
Anchorage is making it easier for residents and visitors to navigate local trails, starting with Goose Loop. New signage is being installed to help people find their way safely and confidently, thanks to a partnership between the Anchorage Parks Foundation and the University of Alaska Anchorage. Officials say clear...
Update in case of 4-year-old Johnathan Boley
Boley was found Friday afternoon about two miles from his father’s home after a three day search in the Thach community of Walker County.
State plans turn-blocking medians for Parks Highway in Wasilla
The updates are designed to improve traffic flow and safety along the corridor.
Anchorage sees drop in retail theft after coordinated enforcement strategy
Anchorage Police say their coordinated approach to fighting retail theft is showing results. The department reports a drop in theft-related crimes thanks to new enforcement strategies aimed at repeat offenders. The Anchorage Police Department launched a plan combining a dedicated Retail Crime Unit, targeted Retail...
You Don’t Need To Ski To Love This Snow Tubing Hill in Alaska
I didn’t grow up in a cold climate, so winter sports were never part of my life. That said, I love vacationing in places that get lots of snow, but learning to ski as an adult is just a bit too far outside my comfort zone. But snow tubing? That’s something I can get behind. […]
People Drive From All Over Alaska To Save Big At This Massive Grocery Store
In a state where shipping costs can double the price of everyday items and winter provisions require military-grade planning, Alaskans have discovered their retail mothership. Fred Meyer on Abbott Road in Anchorage stands as a beacon of affordability in a land where grocery budgets often rival mortgage payments in...
Seawolves stride to top-10 finishes
LAKE PLACID, N.Y. – The University of Alaska Anchorage ski team opened RMISA action with six top-10 finishes in the 10-kilometer classic at the RMISA Invite Sunday. Corbin Carpenter led the Seawolves with a podium finish placing third in 26:01. Erling Bjornstad was one second behind in fourth. Garrett...
Schumacher survives grueling hill climb to register a historic Tour de Ski finish for...
With the Winter Olympics one month away, Anchorage cross-country skier Gus Schumacher looks like he’s ready to test himself on his sport’s biggest stage — even if he is, in his own words, “granny skating” some of the time. Schumacher on Sunday racked up the...
FIRST ALERT: Heavy snow incoming to Southcentral, Southeast, and Southwest Alaska
ANCHORAGE, AK (Alaska’s News Source) - A large winter storm is not only bringing heavy snowfall, but warmer temperatures are approaching! The most impacted areas will include Southcentral, Southeast, and Southwest Alaska, with close to a foot of snow accumulation likely through Tuesday afternoon. Anchorage will...
