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Hi Anchorage! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Were you near the Anchorage Correctional Complex during this fatal crash?
  • How ending free meals is affecting Anchorage students' hunger and behavior
  • Why Anchorage's only Greek Orthodox parish just marked a historic milestone

Also on today's calendar: Alaska First: Anchorage Organizing Meeting and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A shower in the a.m.; cloudy, with a high of 53 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy with showers around, temps: high: 52, low: 40.
  • Tuesday: Decreasing clouds, with a high of 54 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Pedestrian Killed in Anchorage Hit-and-Run Near Correctional Complex (news-usa.today) — A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run just minutes after leaving Anchorage's sobering center near the Anchorage Correctional Complex, prompting an urgent police investigation. Anchorage police are asking anyone with dash-cam footage or witness information from the area to come forward as they reconstruct the timeline and examine how late-night discharge practices intersect with pedestrian safety.
   

2. End of free school meals led to more hunger and anxiety (districtadministration.com) — Teachers in the Anchorage School District report that ending universal free school meals has left more students hungry, anxious, and less able to focus in class. A new study based on 25 local elementary teachers describes lower meal participation, more behavioral issues, and teachers personally covering food gaps. Many also preferred classroom eating during the pandemic for calmer, more connected lunches.
   

3. More than 100 faithful gather for consecration rites at Greek Orthodox parish in Alaska (orthodoxtimes.com) — Anchorage's Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church welcomed over 100 faithful as Archbishop Elpidophoros led long-awaited consecration rites for the Archdiocese's northernmost parish. Local parishioners celebrated their tight-knit, multicultural community, while their priest, Fr. Vasili Hillhouse, was elevated to Protopresbyter, marking a new chapter for Greek Orthodox life in Alaska's largest city.
   

4. US awards over $1.3M in civil judgment following military contracting bribery scheme in Alaska (alaskasnewssource.com) — Anchorage readers should know that a federal civil judgment has recovered over $1.3 million after a bribery scheme skewed military construction contracts, including work at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Former contracting officer Brian Nash and contractor Ryan Dalbec previously received prison sentences, and officials say whistleblowers can earn rewards for reporting similar fraud involving government funds.
   

5. Some big spills: Our first crossword (anchoragepress.com) — Anchorage readers can tackle a new Alaska-themed crossword created for the Anchorage Press, which is offering the puzzle free to all Alaskans. The piece also invites locals to submit their own crossword ideas and consider supporting the paper's independent reporting through memberships or donations to keep coverage accessible.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • How about a beautiful Daisy!!!
    She's a 6 yr old Poodle and is ready to be adopted at Animal Control at 4711 Elmore. Loves walks, cuddling, other dogs, and you! Reply back here if… (Nextdoor Old Seward/Oceanview)
  • Update - If you are interested in dogs or cats at Animal Control, go to their facility at 4711 Elmore ASAP.
    Duke the adorable! Maltese, 7 year old little boy. He's available for adoption at Animal Control at 4711 Elmore. Reply back here if you adopt him!! (Nextdoor Old Seward/Oceanview)
  • State of Alaska posted a job opening for Correctional Officer 1 (Wasilla, AK) in Wasilla. Apply here.
  • Pet Food Experts, Inc. posted a job opening for PetZoo Cashier - Full Time 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: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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