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Brett Rawlt

Arts Scene: Comedy, elevator music at the museum and tropical vibes at the Cook

The Hilarious Anonymous comedy show proved so popular in its first two incarnations that it's moved to a new and much bigger location.

Mike Dunham

Review: New concerto from Anchorage Symphony is pretty, but doesn't have much flash

A new concerto commissioned for the Anchorage Symphony lacks any flashy music for the featured soloists.Mike Dunham
February 2, 2016

Getting gussied up for a trip to town

Growing up, Mom insisted we look our best when we left the family's Kenai Peninsula homestead. No more.Clark Fair
January 31, 2016

A Canadian threat to Alaska fishing

Despite being subjected to the environmental and health risks of upstream mining projects in Canada, Alaskans have no say in their approval. Which is why thousands of Alaskans have been clamoring about them. Brendan Jones
January 31, 2016

Jewel's tell-all book 'Never Broken' recounts rocky road to success

Jewel has always worked her Alaska origins into her story, and fans have been charmed by the idea of a “pioneer girl” who grew up using an outhouse and riding horses through a wild landscape. Now Jewel’s delivered the other half of the story, which is far less romantic.Nancy Lord
January 31, 2016

Reading the North: 'Soul of My Soldier' and wolf pup rescue

"Soul of My Soldier" and a wolf pup rescue during a wildfire at the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Kathleen Macknicki
January 31, 2016

Alaska's only public soil sampling lab to close

The Matanuska Valley lab that's handled everything from avid gardeners' soil to a revolutionary runway technology is slated for closure, due to University of Alaska budget cuts.Zaz Hollander
January 30, 2016

Chris Thompson: Longtime Alaska priest Norman Elliott turns 97

Well, it’s happening again. The Rev. Norman Elliott of All Saints Episcopal Church will celebrate another birthday Feb. 2, his 97th.Chris Thompson
January 29, 2016

Polished family comedy seasons laughter with hard choices

Excellent direction and very good acting make "Over the River" much more than a sentimental family comedy.Mike Dunham
January 29, 2016

Photos: 2-day 'Racial Equity Summit' kicks off in Anchorage

The Racial Equity Summit is two-day gathering, centered on the theme “Partners for the Next 10,000 Years.”

Erik Hill
February 1, 2016

Calendar Top Picks

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First Tuesday Spoken Word
Feb 2 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm-Mar 1 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
UAA Student Union Den
Fairbanks
Science for Alaska Lecture Series 2016
Jan 19 2016 - 7:00pm to Feb 23 2016 - 7:00pm-Feb 23 2016 - 7:00pm to Mar 29 2016 - 7:00pm
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Anchorage
Portraits of Place: The Arctic in photographs
Jan 22 2016 to Apr 24 2016
Anchorage Museum
Anchorage
Speedskating
Jan 16 2016 - 8:15am to Mar 5 2016 - 9:45pm-Mar 5 2016 - 8:15am to Apr 23 2016 - 9:45pm
Subway Sports Centre
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Feb 2016

House of Bread's 100 pound Cinnamon Roll
Feb 6 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
House of Bread Anchorage
House of Bread Bakery Café opened their doors on Dec. 7th, 2010 and are now celebrating their fifth...Read more
Public School Appreciation Week
Feb 15 2016 - 11:00am
Kickoff At Pioneer School House
Alaska Public Schools Celebration Week kicks off at the Pioneer School House. Listen to Mayor Ethan...Read more
Anchorage Log Cabin Quilters
Feb 4 2016 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Central Lutheran Church
The program will be thimble exchange. Bring thimbles you don't like or use to trade for one you...Read more
Anchorage Log Cabin Quilters
Feb 4 2016 - 10:30am to 12:00pm
Central Lutheran Church
Anchorage Log Cabin Quilt Guild business meeting followed by quilt show and tell.Read more
Mardi Gras Night + Beer Tasting
Feb 10 2016 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Varsity Sports Grill
Live music by Bayou Glacee, Chef's famous Cajun buffet and beer tasting. Join us for a great night...Read more
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Multimedia

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Photos: Anchorage schools open their doors to visitors
Alaska News
Photos: Exploring the never-used Point MacKenzie railroad extension
Alaska News
Photos: 2-day 'Racial Equity Summit' kicks off in Anchorage
Alaska News
Photos: Point Woronzof memorial for double homicide victims

Voices

Mt. Edgecumbe should remain more than just an ANSEP feeder school

OPINION: The Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program is a tremendous success, but that doesn't justify altering Mount Edgecumbe High School.Candace Schaack
Alaska's lax civil asset forfeiture laws need reform
New Alaska rail line just ends in a forest after consuming $184 million
'Alaska's Future' looks like Alaska's past -- it's all about the money