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Happy weekend, Anchorage!
In today’s happening-today edition: Mount Marathon shake-up, a food truck carnival opening day, Maslenitsa with blini, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Major updates for storied race: Organizers announced changes to the 2026 Mount Marathon in Seward, ending Skip A Year, adding Race From the Base for ages 7 to 10, and increasing lottery odds in 2027 — get all the details.
What shaped the decision: Anchorage School Board voted in February to restore high school and middle school sports funding for 2026-27, excluding gymnastics, after debate over funding sources. The budget passed 5-2 — read the full story.
New rules for plant sales: During National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Anchorage officials reminded gardeners that some invasive plants won’t be allowed for sale in local stores soon, aiming to protect backyards and nearby wildlands — read the full story.
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Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Community night, anyone: SunStar Alaska Bed and Breakfast LLC is a low-key neighborhood hub with open-to-all events, from paint nights and winter socials to high-energy group exercise classes. Perfect for a midweek “why not?” vibe, where Anchorage folks can mingle without overplanning.
Stronger, together this week: If you want workouts that fit your life, CrossFit Iron Refined delivers functional fitness with coaching that scales to any level, plus a crew that genuinely cheers you on, kids, teens, and grown-ups alike. Here’s your nudge to trade winter sluggishness for endorphins.
Your midweek disc fix: Kincaid Park Disc Golf Course weaves through hilly spruce and birch, with Denali peeks and the occasional moose spectator. Perfect for shaking cabin fever, this full 18 offers a satisfying blend of tight woods play and big-air chances.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🧾 AARP Tax-Aid @ Mountain View Library | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Tax season got you twitchy? AARP Tax-Aide has IRS-certified volunteers offering free, walk-in help, no lectures, just straight answers. Bring Social Security cards, photo ID, tax forms, and routing numbers, and if this spot is packed, call 211 for an appointment at another site.
🍔 14th Annual Spenard Food Truck Carnival Opening Day ’26 @ Spenard Food Truck Carnival | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Opening day of the Spenard Food Truck Carnival returns for year 14, celebrating breakup season with hot eats, cold benches, and neighbors you forgot you missed. Roster TBA, but count on Spenard for flavor, character, and at least one line worth telling.
🌿 Alaska Whole Life Festival @ Coast Inn at Lake Hood | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Spring in Anchorage calls for a tune-up of everything, including your chakras. The Alaska Whole Life Festival at the Coast Inn on Lake Hood brings healers, makers, sound baths, and good vibes, so you can de-thaw, stretch, and reset before breakup fully breaks you.
🛍 Annual Spring Market @ Shops at the Castle on O’Malley | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Spring Market is popping into the Shops at the Castle on O’Malley with vintage scores, handmade treasures, and enough charm to justify that extra shelf. Entry is free, of course. Come browse, catch up with neighbors, and call it supporting the arts.
🖼 Beginning Stained Glass Class @ Clay Owen Studios | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Trade screen time for shine time at a beginner stained glass class to craft a 6×6 piece from a pattern you pick and pretty glass. Finish in one session if you focus. Wear comfy shoes, bring a snack, and expect goggles, masks, and no tagalongs.
🐶 AARF Dog & Puppy Adoptions @ Alaskan Animal Rescue Friends (AARF) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Ready to meet your perfect match, the kind that sheds? Hit AARF’s adoption event to meet dogs and pups, but apply online first at alaskananimalrescuefriends.org, and renters, bring landlord permission. Space is tight, approved applicants get the cuddles, and patience, coffee, and manners are required.
🥞 Maslenitsa @ Point Waranzof | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Whether you’re done negotiating with winter or just here for the blini, this Maslenitsa bash is the cozy outdoor goodbye our snow boots deserve. Expect hot tea, games, and actual neighbors, not screens. It’s potluck style, so bring something warm, and wear something warmer.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Anchorage report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 17°F – Low: 6°F – Precip: 22%
A slight chance of snow after 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 17. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of snow before 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6. North wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 19°F – Low: 3°F – Precip: 14%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 19. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 3. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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