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🌱 Patch AM: How are Anchorage shops really doing this holiday season?

Spotted on the Anchorage calendar: Christmas Dinner

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Good morning Anchorage! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How are Anchorage shops really doing this holiday season?
  • How Anchorage’s Pipeline Vocal Project took their sound around the world
  • How an Anchorage-hosted tournament launched Wrangell wrestling into school history

Also on today's calendar: Listening Post at MV and 2 more events.

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Today's riddle: I used to work in a doughnut shop. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and not as cold, with a high of 13 and low of 5 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very cold, temps: high: 8, low: 1.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and very cold, with a high of 11 and low of 2 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. From busy to tough: Anchorage businesses talk about holiday shopping (alaskasnewssource.com) — Anchorage small businesses are seeing mixed results this holiday season, with some shops bustling and others struggling as residents tighten their budgets and cold weather keeps people home. Restaurant owners, souvenir shops, and a local photographer describe how everything from tariffs to a recent government shutdown and frigid downtown conditions are shaping sales, hours, and special events like New Year’s Eve promotions.
   

2. Catching up with Pipeline Vocal Project (alaskapublic.org) — Anchorage’s own Pipeline Vocal Project is wrapping up a busy year, from school workshops to international cultural exchanges in Africa. The a cappella trio, now featuring new soprano and frontwoman Taylor Siebert, also toured Boston and Montana while continuing to build their local and global following. Their story highlights how an Anchorage-based group is representing the city worldwide.
   

3. Talk on the Rock: Jack and Jackson Carney on winning state championship in wrestling (kstk.org) — Anchorage hosted the 2025 state wrestling championships where the Wrangell Wolves boys team captured its first-ever Division II state title, plus multiple individual honors. Coach Jack Carney and his son Jackson reflect on competing in Anchorage, the work behind their wins, and what’s next for the program after also earning sportsmanship and coaching awards.
   

4. Alaska turns over voter data to DOJ after federal request (alaskasnewssource.com) — Anchorage-based state officials have turned over Alaska’s full list of eligible registered voters to the U.S. Department of Justice under a formal data-sharing agreement tied to federal election law compliance. Leaders say the transfer, which includes sensitive personal details, follows both federal rules and Alaska law while placing limits on how the information can be used and protected.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Anchorage

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★ Featured events ★

    Thursday December 25
  • Christmas Dinner
    Eagle River Alaska Lions Club, Eagle River Rd & E Eagle River Loop Rp, Eagle River
    12:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello neighbors, I’m looking for anyone not able to afford 9v batteries for their smoke detectors or carbon monoxide meter.
    Sometimes we get tired of listening to them beep and take the battery out and forget. I just bought a big pack of batteries and have spares. With… (Nextdoor Huffman/O'Malley)
  • Found dog.
    If this dog is yours or if you know this dog please text DeeDee at 907 242-2074. Owner found!!!! (Nextdoor Paradise Valley)
  • Three Bears Alaska, Inc. posted a job opening for Merchandiser in Wasilla. Apply here.
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team 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: I got tired of the hole business.
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