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Good day Anchorage! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How will Anchorage families cope if gas runs short this winter?
- What did prosecutors conclude about May's fatal Anchorage police shooting?
- What changes are coming after Anchorage's Native Medical Center ownership shift?
Also on today's calendar: JBER Library Toddler Tales Storytime and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Sunny, with a high of 62 and low of 50 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, temps: high: 62, low: 49.
- Sunday: A passing afternoon shower, with a high of 62 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Anchorage Residents Face Winter Heating Shortages as Enstar Warns of Gas Supply Crisis (news-usa.today) — Anchorage households are being warned that Enstar may face an 18‑day natural gas shortfall this winter, even if temperatures stay normal. Lawmakers heard that no quick pipeline fix is coming, so residents are exploring insulation, heated clothing, and other backup plans as they brace for possible emergency conditions during the coldest months. 
2. State prosecutors find Anchorage police officers' May fatal shooting of armed man to be justified (adn.com) — Anchorage residents are learning that state prosecutors have ruled the May police shooting of 33-year-old Emil McCord in East Anchorage justified, meaning the three involved officers will not face criminal charges. The review describes McCord pointing a handgun toward officers before they fired and notes this is one of several recent Anchorage police shootings, fueling ongoing debates about body cameras, internal investigations, and stronger civilian oversight.
3. Tribal Health Consortium takes over Alaska facility (buffalosfire.com) — Anchorage's Alaska Native Medical Center is now owned by the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, opening new federal and philanthropic funding options for upgrades. The consortium has already invested hundreds of millions into expanded emergency space, mental health facilities, and is planning more inpatient beds, private rooms, and a helipad to boost local care capacity.
4. Anchorage Wolverines host U.S. national development team in 'a pretty cool moment for Alaska hockey' (adn.com) — Anchorage hockey fans can watch the Wolverines host the U.S. Under-17 National Team Development Program for exhibition games at Sullivan Arena this Friday and Saturday night. The matchup is especially meaningful for Anchorage-born forward Carter Morris, now skating for Team USA after growing up in local youth programs and cheering for the Wolverines. Organizers say it's a rare chance to see future stars and celebrate Alaska's hockey legacy.
5. Moving to JBER? Here is how the Cohen Clinic can help (alaskasnewssource.com) — Military families arriving at JBER can tap Anchorage's Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic for counseling, school-transition support, and even help finding winter gear. Staff explain what emotional warning signs to watch for in kids after a PCS move and how early conversations and psychoeducation can ease the adjustment to Alaska's schools, climate, and community resources.
📸 Around Anchorage
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Anchorage
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★ Featured events ★
- JBER Library Preschool Storytime →
JBER Library, 4th Street, Anchorage
2:30 pm
Tuesday September 22
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Other local events
- IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)
Benson Secondary/S.E.A.R.C.H. Anchorage, AK 99507 - JBER Library Toddler Tales Storytime →
JBER Library, 4th Street, Anchorage
2:30 pm - Residential Burner Mastery →
Alaska Safety Alliance, 2600 Cordova St, Suite 105, Anchorage
9:00 am - Commercial Burner Mastery →
Alaska Safety Alliance, 2600 Cordova St, Suite 105, Anchorage
9:00 am
Saturday September 12
Thursday September 24
Tuesday September 29
Friday October 2
📣 Anchorage Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Drag & Drift Street Night →
Alaska Raceway Park, 5599 S Race Wy, Palmer
4:00 pm - Girls C-Team Volleyball @ Kodiak High School
Wasilla High School 722 Mill Bay Rd, Kodiak AK 99615
4:00 pm - Coed JV Football @ West Valley High School
Wasilla High School 3800 Geist Rd, Fairbanks AK 99709
4:30 pm - Set Free Alaska Family Game Night
Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce BRCC Gym 7010 E Bogard Rd, Building 3 Wasilla, AK
5:30 pm - Girls JV Volleyball @ Kodiak High School
Wasilla High School 722 Mill Bay Rd, Kodiak AK 99615
5:30 pm - Hope Hangout with Mo Lowda & The Humble and The Bright Light Social Hour →
Creekbend Cafe, 64777 Second St, Hope
7:00 pm - Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Kodiak High School
Wasilla High School 29170 Glenn Hwy, Sutton Alaska 99674
7:00 pm
Friday September 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- HE CAME HOME very early this morning, disheveled but safe!
Lost cat. Just got out 30 mins ago. First time in the wild. Chipped and loved. (Nextdoor Rogers Park) - Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
Found on September 9, 2026 in Anchorage, AK 99508 near Debarr and Bragaw Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the finder… (Nextdoor Upper Northeast)
- NANA Management Services posted a job opening for AM/PM Janitor SCF Clinic ($15/hr, On Call) - Wasilla in Wasilla. Apply here.
- Circle K Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Wasilla. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Anchorage here.
Ok Anchorage! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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