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Dial in your kit: Whether you’re plotting a Chugach scramble, a midweek Nordic tune-up, or your first packraft lap, Alaska Mountaineering & Hiking has you covered with real climbing hardware, Nordic and alpine touring gear, avalanche tools, packrafting supplies, plus rentals and a ski shop that kee…
Quick nine, big views: Russian Jack Springs Golf Course keeps it simple with a casual 9-hole loop, artificial greens, and wooded fairways that mute the city, plus Chugach and skyline views, first-come tee times, easy club and cart rentals, a cozy chalet, and winter sledding and skiing options when…
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The black bear that wandered into Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Hospital three times was euthanized, confirmed by multiple sources.
Full story at alaskasnewssource.com ↗
Alaska Air National Guard rescue personnel evacuated two avalanche victims near Eklutna Lake, north of Anchorage, following a mission request from the Alaska State Troopers to the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center (AKANG).
Full story at alaska-native-news.com ↗
An Anchorage runner Dave Bass survived a brown bear attack on the new Indian Valley Trail on Sunday, running seven miles from the trail.
Full story at alaskapublic.org ↗
President Donald Trump has pardoned the owners of a vehicle repair shop in Alaska, Arm Rippin Toys, Inc., who were accused of tampering with federally-mandated monitoring devices and removing required air pollution control equipment from dozens of vehicles.
Full story at usatoday.com ↗
An Anchorage family has put up a Halloween lights display in front of the St.
Full story at alaskasnewssource.com ↗
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