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🌱 Patch AM: Were you near Huffman and Old Seward when these riders fled?
Happening soon: Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA & More on the Anchorage Patch calendar
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:
- Were you near Huffman and Old Seward when these riders fled?
- Juvenile cyclist dies after Old Glenn Highway crash; APD investigates
- How online Alaskans teamed up to rescue a visitor's lost drone
Also on today's calendar: Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA & More and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Considerable cloudiness, with a high of 64 and low of 51 degrees.
- Wednesday: A little afternoon rain, temps: high: 61, low: 52.
- Thursday: Cloudy with rainy spells, with a high of 60 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Anchorage Police Ask for Help Identifying Two Electric Dirt Bike Riders Who Fled a Traffic Stop Near Huffman Road and Old Seward Highway Monday Afternoon (centralrecorder.com) — Anchorage police are asking residents to help identify two people who fled a traffic stop on electric dirt bikes near Huffman Road and Old Seward Highway after reports of dangerous riding. Officers say the pair sped away southbound on the Old Seward sidewalk, in one of Anchorage's busiest southside corridors, and they're now relying on witnesses and tips to move the investigation forward. 
2. Juvenile dead after being hit by car in Eagle River (alaskasnewssource.com) — Anchorage police report that a juvenile bicyclist struck by a car on the Old Glenn Highway near Park Place last week has died from their injuries. Officers say a Toyota Rav4 leaving a parking lot hit one of two northbound cyclists; the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated. As of Sunday, no arrests had been made and the investigation continues.
3. 'There's a lot of good people': Alaskans band together to help visitor recover lost drone (alaskasnewssource.com) — A visiting drone hobbyist lost his DJI Mini 4 Pro near the Knik River and was stunned when Alaskans, including local tour guides, coordinated to retrieve it. His trip, which included plans to visit Anchorage, left him praising the kindness and responsiveness of residents who rallied through Reddit and Facebook to help a stranger. The story highlights how online community groups can quickly mobilize real-world assistance.
4. Alaska awards millions in rural healthcare funding, including to restart Presidential Fitness Test (adn.com) — Anchorage readers should know Alaska just awarded $30 million from a new federal rural health program, including funds tied to Providence Alaska Medical Center and a major convening at the Hilton Anchorage. The money supports telehealth, IT upgrades, workforce training, and even a revived Presidential Fitness Test, but strict federal rules and looming Medicaid work requirements have providers worried about red tape and long-term sustainability.
📸 Around Anchorage
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Anchorage
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- Students (Grades 1â6 & 9) First Day Back to School
Benson Secondary/S.E.A.R.C.H. Anchorage, AK 99507 - Flag JV @ Eagle River
West High School Eagle River High School, 8701 Wolf Den Dr, Eagle River, AK 9957
5:30 pm - Flag Varsity @ Eagle River
West High School Eagle River High School, 8701 Wolf Den Dr, Eagle River, AK 9957
7:30 pm - Students (Grades 7â8 & 10â12) First Day Back to School
Benson Secondary/S.E.A.R.C.H. Anchorage, AK 99507 - Flag JV @ Dimond
West High School Dimond High School, 2909 W 88th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99502, USA
5:30 pm - Tennis Open vs Eagle River
West High School West Anchorage High School, 1700 Hillcrest Dr, Anchorage, AK 99
6:00 pm - Tennis Varsity @ Eagle River
West High School Eagle River High School, 8701 Wolf Den Dr, Eagle River, AK 9957
6:00 pm - Flag Varsity @ Dimond
West High School Dimond High School, 2909 W 88th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99502, USA
7:30 pm - Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA & More →
49th State Brewing - Anchorage, 717 W 3rd Ave, Anchorage
5:30 pm - Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons →
49th State Brewing - Anchorage, 717 W 3rd Ave, Anchorage
7:45 pm
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Saturday September 5
📣 Anchorage Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- KDG Open House
Pioneer Peak Elementary Palmer, AK 99645
4:00 pm - Girls Varsity Flag Football @ Redington Jr/Sr High School
Wasilla High School 10015 Redington School Dr., Wasilla AK 99654
5:00 pm - Girls JV Flag Football vs Dimond High School
Wasilla High School 701 E Bogard Rd, Wasilla AK 99654-7193
5:30 pm - Girls Varsity Flag Football vs Dimond High School
Wasilla High School 701 E Bogard Rd, Wasilla AK 99654-7193
7:15 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Remember the rescue of the feral cat and her kittens?
A couple of very unflattering photos of this once feral kitten now. 3 of the kittens will be spayed on Wednesday and ready for new homes shortly… (Nextdoor Abbott Loop North) - Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
Rico was LOST on August 15, 2026 in Anchorage, AK 99504 near Cross the street from tow japanis restaurant Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest… (Nextdoor Upper Northeast)
- City of Wasilla Alaska posted a job opening for Police Officer I/II in Wasilla. Apply here.
- Kellermeyer posted a job opening for Janitorial Crew Member 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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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