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‘Tis the season for outdoor dining
There’s nothing like fine summer weather to get food and beverage business booming at local drinking and dining establishments that have outdoor space for customers. After last summer’s mostly inconsistent weather put a damper on outdoor dining, this season’s run of warm, sunny days has decks and patios around the Valley bustling with activity.
Letter: Wright cheered vetoes in his own district
One of the more ironic things we’ve seen in Alaska politics recently is Rep. Stanley Wright standing next to the governor, grinning, as the governor presented his vetoes of funding for critical projects in our own East Anchorage district. After the session ended, Rep. Stanley Wright told constituents that...
Glenn Highway overnight closures begin
The Glenn Highway will be fully closed from 11:00 pm to 5 a.m., Sunday through Thursday overnights as part of the Glenn Highway rehabilitation and replacement of the existing Kings River Bridge and realign the Glenn Highway to match new bridge location, at milepost 66-67.2. The new bridge is needed...
'This is really cool!': Willow community band performs its annual, once-a-year gig in July 4th parade
Marching bands are as much a part of a 4th of July parade as American flags and fireworks, most of the time. The Willow Community parade is no different, as a community band of all ages comes together to play just this one annual gig every year, something that has quickly become a tradition in the parade.
US Coast Guard patrol spots Chinese naval ships off Alaska island
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A U.S. Coast Guard cutter on routine patrol in the Bering Sea came across several Chinese military ships in international waters but within the U.S. exclusive economic zone, officials said Wednesday. The crew detected three vessels approximately 124 miles (200 kilometers) north of the Amchitka...
Miners drop third straight in home loss
Since last year’s ABL Top of the World Series Championship-clinching win, the Mat-Su Miners had defended Hermon Brothers Field from the visiting Anchorage Glacier Pilots four times in four tries, outscoring the defending ABL champs 27-7 in the process. On Wednesday, however, the Pilots broke through and tagged the...
Katherine Hettrick
Katherine Hettrick February 11, 1948 - February 3, 2024. Katherine will be laid to rest in the Aurora Cemetery on July 19th at 1PM in Wasilla. Celebration of life to be held at the VFW Post 9365 on July 20th at 1PM. To plant a tree in memory of Katherine...
PIANO MEN: GENERATIONS is Coming to Alaska PAC in August
Piano Men: Generations ~ The Music Of Billy Joel & Elton John comes to Alaska PAC next month. The performance is on Thursday, Aug 29, 2024 at 7:30 PM at Wendy Williamson Auditorium. Get ready for an electrifying musical extravaganza like no other! Introducing “PIANO MEN: GENERATIONS,” a sensational celebration...
Alaska Regional Hospital Submits Certificate Of Need For Freestanding ED In South Anchorage, Alaska
Alaska Regional Hospital (Anchorage, Alaska) has submitted a Certificate of Need (CON) with the Alaska Department of Health to build and operate a freestanding emergency department (ED) in Anchorage, according to a news release. The proposed project would house five ED beds and diagnostic, imaging, and laboratory services.
Gone Fishing Report July 4, 2024
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) -It’s time for the Gone Fishing Report brought to you by Frontier Outfitters. For the Fairbanks area, check Cushman lake, as Rainbow Trout were stocked, and keep an eye out for Chinook. In the Mat-Su Valley, put your poles in at South Rolly lake, as rainbow...
People Mover will reduce services in October and they want to hear from you
Staffing shortages have been hard on a lot of businesses, including the People Mover. That is why in October, the bus service will be cutting back. Planning Manager with People Mover Bart Rudolph went on to say, "So we need to right-size our service to the amount of workforce that we have available."
Anchorage Wolverines announce new home for upcoming season
The Anchorage Wolverines and the Municipality of Anchorage are excited to share the Sullivan Arena will once again house hockey as the new home ice to the Anchorage Wolverines. After maximizing the Ben Boeke for the past three seasons, the Wolverines are honored to be Anchorage’s first team back on...
Pastor facing federal charge after allegedly assaulting his wife over flight upgrade
A pastor is facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife in the head during a flight when she got upgraded and he didn't. The incident allegedly occurred on July 2 on board an Alaska Airlines flight from Seattle to Anchorage, Alaska. According to the complaint, Roger Allan Holmberg, Sr. and his wife were traveling for an event related to their ministry. According to witnesses interviewed by Anchorage Airport Police detailed in the complaint, Holmberg asked his wife, "How the hell did you get the upgrade?"
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