Ric Ocasek, new wave pioneer and lead singer of The Cars, found dead at home
The 75-year-old was found in bed by his supermodel wife, Paulina Porizkova, police sources said.
Arts and Entertainment
‘Monty Python’ alum takes on tale of doomed Franklin expedition in new book
Book review: Author, television host and all-around polymath Michael Palin has turned his attention to the story of the lead ship, turning out one of the most enjoyably readable books about 19th century British maritime excursions and the Royal Navy’s most famous nonmilitary failure to be had.
‘Two Tickets to Paradise’ singer Eddie Money dies
He announced his cancer diagnosis via a video last month from his AXS TV reality series “Real Money.”
Fun things to do in Anchorage this week: Wakanda Ball and an adults-only night at the museum
There’s also an Alaska Native book fair.
These musical instruments are tough enough for travel in rural Alaska
Travel by dogsled, snowmachine or small boat can damage expensive wooden instruments. The Sitka Music Festival found a solution.
New collection brings together Alaska poet John Morgan’s impressive early work
Book review: A beautifully arranged collection, with a stunning cover by Fairbanks artist David Mollett, gives fans a retrospective of Morgan’s early work while serving as an introduction to new readers.
Autumn activities are back: Fungus fair, fall harvest tea and moose madness
Also, “The Underpants” is showing, there is a Hogwarts dance party and a “spay-ghetti” dinner
Here’s a look at the big shows coming to Anchorage this fall and winter
From “The Little Mermaid” to “Constance & Sinestra and the Cabinet of Screams,” there’s a mix of new and familiar productions coming to town.
New book explores mankind’s fascination with bears, from Stone Age to 'Winnie the Pooh’
Book review: Wolf D. Storl’s book “Bear: Myth, Animal, Icon” takes bears out of the scientific and ecological realms, and places them squarely in the boundless worlds of human imagination.
How State Fair headliner Cole Swindell went from selling T-shirts to hit country songs
Staying humble isn’t hard for Swindell, who spent three years selling T-shirts on tours with Luke Bryan and every bit of his free time honing his songwriting craft.
Stanton & Skerik’s Emerald Quintet promises rare, energetic show
All-star group playing Bear Tooth’s September First Tap show exists “where funk meets rock."
Fun things this week: Queen sing-along, reptiles for the whole family, ‘Ex’s & Oh’s’
Also, now is the perfect time to recycle your electronic waste.
Photos: Women compete in feats of strength at the Alaska State Fair
Pro strongwomen competed in five events, including a dog sled pull and tossing a 50-pound salmon.
Study finds films lag significantly in Latino representation
The results of the study, while hardly surprising, are particularly striking considering what avid moviegoers Latinos generally are. The MPAA has said that 24% of frequent moviegoers are Latino.
An amazing military career in elite forces brought to life by the warrior who lived it
Book review: “Warrior’s Creed” is the story of how elite Reconnaissance Marine and Air Force pararescuer Roger Sparks trained and served, backed with the philosophy that has guided his beliefs and actions.
Everything you need to know about Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+
With films and shows from Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar and National Geographic slated for its expansive library, Disney+ is expected to be a formidable player in the streaming wars.
Review: We’re buying what Kirsten Dunst is selling in ‘On Becoming a God in Central Florida’
The actress shines in Showtime’s ’90s-set dramedy about a multilevel marketing scheme.
Alaska State Fair 2019 concert lineup: Home Free, Cole Swindell, Elle King and more
There’s country, rock 'n' roll and comedy coming to the Borealis Theatre at the Palmer Fairgrounds from Aug. 22-Sept. 2.
How 14 Athabascan tribal leaders set the course of Native rights in Alaska
Book review: “The Tanana Chiefs” shows how the history of Alaska Native political struggles rests solidly on the foundation set by a meeting of Tanana River Athabascan tribal leaders with federal government officials in 1915.
Alaska State Fair 2019: Fun from A to Z
Indulge your inner child, or bring your own kids, and have fun. We couldn’t possibly list everything that’s going on, but here’s our A-to-Z list to get you started.