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Elmore Road in Anchorage closed due to flooding from a possibly frozen creek, causing delays and hazardous conditions. Northbound traffic affected between Dowling Road and Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Avenue. Police monitoring the situation, no reopening time yet. Find alternate routes and stay safe. Checkout Solipillow.com

Birders in Anchorage braved harsh winter conditions during the Christmas Bird Count, recording 41 species and 13,225 birds, matching long-term averages. Top sightings included 2,535 bohemian waxwings, 2,665 mallards, and 2,057 common redpolls. The count also broke records with a ruffed grouse and 90 bald eagles. Despite record participation globally, overall bird numbers are declining, emphasizing the importance of citizen science events for conservation. Checkout Solipillow.com

Shaw McDonald, a dedicated fifth-grade teacher in Anchorage, grapples with the challenges of overcrowded classrooms, affecting both her students and fellow educators. The Anchorage School District faces a significant budget deficit, leading to increased class sizes and strained resources. This issue is not isolated to Anchorage, as nationwide teacher shortages and rising class sizes have been exacerbated since the 2008 financial crisis. Recent funding restorations have hired more teachers, but classes still often exceed forty students, impacting learning and teacher-student connections. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alaskas Red Dog Mine grapples with hazardous sulfur dioxide gas buildup, leading to temporary evacuations and safety measures. Operator Teck Resources addresses concerns with monitoring, cooling efforts, and data sharing with regulators. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alaskan children miss out on $53 million in Social Security benefits annually due to lack of awareness and incorrect denials. The Social Security Administrations high error rate leaves grieving kids without essential support. The Advisory Boards recommendations offer a solution, and Senator Lisa Murkowski should advocate for immediate implementation. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alaskas financial crisis: A decade of spending imbalance, draining reserves, and now threatening the Permanent Funds core savings. Lawmakers oil tax law overhaul in 2013 created a deep revenue gap, leading to significant drawdowns from savings and the Permanent Fund. Critics warn of potential constitutional changes, risking the funds permanent status. Checkout Solipillow.com

Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has passed away at 78. Known for his iconic sound and nonstop tours, he wrote and sang hits like Sugar Magnolia and One More Saturday Night. Weir, the last surviving original member, leaves behind a legacy of blending genres and a devoted fanbase. Checkout Solipillow.com