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Jan 09 2026OPINION

Anchorage's Child Care Dilemma: Learning from Minnesota's Mistakes

Anchorage is thinking about using local money to support child care. Some people say this is a bad idea because of a fraud scandal in Minnesota. But is this a fair comparison? Minnesota's problem was with federal money. The money went through many hands before reaching the day cares. When fraud was

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Bay City Athletes Shine in Recent Tournaments

Bay City's young wrestlers showed their strength and skill at the Reed City Invitational. The John Glenn girls wrestling team took home the team title. Every wrestler on the team scored points. They won by a huge margin of 30 points. Coach Chad Briggs praised the team's hard work and determination.

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Anchorage's Financial Crossroads: Tax Hike or Smart Spending?

Anchorage is a city of diverse people, from working families to small business owners, military personnel, and retirees, all drawn to Alaska's promise of opportunity. But lately, the city's financial management has been shaky. Instead of slapping on a new sales tax, it's time for Anchorage to tighte

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Dec 03 2025OPINION

Slower Speeds, Safer Streets: A Fresh Look at Anchorage's Traffic Woes

Anchorage is facing a serious issue. The number of pedestrian deaths has reached a record high, with 15 lives lost in the past year. This is a stark reminder that our city's roads are not safe for everyone. The idea of adding more dividers, like the one on Minnesota Drive, has been suggested. But is

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Nov 30 2025OPINION

Anchorage's Housing Puzzle: Finding Common Ground

Anchorage is in the midst of a heated debate about housing and neighborhoods. The proposed Transit-Supportive Development Overlay (TSDO) ordinance has sparked intense discussions. While some see it as a way to create more affordable housing, others worry about the impact on their neighborhoods. The

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Bayern's Bumpy Road in Europe

Bayern Munich faced a tough challenge in the Champions League, losing 3-1 to Arsenal. The team struggled to create many scoring chances throughout the game. Serge Gnabry, who played almost the entire match, shared his thoughts on the performance. He acknowledged that Arsenal was the better team. Th

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Nov 14 2025SPORTS

Bay City's Weekend of Fun and Giving

Bay City is known for its lively spirit, and this weekend was no exception. Instead of the usual downtown festivities, the town engaged in two unique events that combined fun with a sense of community. The first event was the Bay City Noon Optimist Club's annual fundraiser, held at the Kawkawlin To

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Nov 07 2025SCIENCE

Making Sense of Uncertainty: A New Approach to Bayesian Inference

Bayesian statistics is a powerful tool for making sense of data. It helps us understand the uncertainty around our estimates. But what happens when our models are not perfect? This is called model misspecification. In such cases, Bayesian posteriors may not accurately reflect the true uncertainty. M

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Nov 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Life Sciences and AI: A Team-Up for the Future

Bayer AG, a big name in pharmaceuticals and life sciences, is teaming up with Celonis SE. They're using process intelligence and AI to make things run smoother. This isn't just about new tech. It's about changing how people work and think. Timo Peters, who leads process insights at Bayer, talked ab

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Nov 02 2025EDUCATION

Anchorage Schools Face Closure Debate: Parents and Staff Raise Concerns

Anchorage is in the middle of a heated discussion about closing two elementary schools. Parents and teachers are worried about how this will affect kids, especially those with special needs. They say moving students around too much can be disruptive and harmful. The school board is listening to the

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