And: Dunleavy blasts lawmakers’ Alaska LNG bills, saying they don’t offer enough support
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Good afternoon. It’s Tuesday, May 5.

In today's newsletter:

  • The Department of the Air Force has opened the door to building AI data centers on bases in Alaska, but utility companies say they can’t produce enough electricity to meet large data centers' needs.

  • Gov. Mike Dunleavy criticized bills in the House and Senate for not going far enough to support the Alaska LNG megaproject.

  • True to its name, the Memory Cafe in Eagle River is a place for community members to gather to support those affected by memory loss or cognitive decline, through the power of social engagement.

Over the past 160 years, numerous proposed Bering Sea megaprojects — like a cross- sea bridge or dam, and the destruction of the Seward Peninsula — have been both arrogant and far-fetched in their framework, writes David Reamer in his latest history column.

Anchorage weather


It's mostly cloudy today with a high around 51 degrees and a chance of isolated rain showers. Rain is likely on Wednesday, and the forecast calls for another chance of rain on Thursday. Daytime highs will hover in the high 40s and low 50s for the next few days.

Here’s what else is making headlines in Alaska today.

— Megan Pacer, mpacer@adn.com

The military wants to host data centers in Alaska, raising questions about whether there’s enough gas to power them →

Utilities in the Fairbanks and Anchorage areas said that, with natural gas from Cook Inlet dwindling, they don’t have the supply to support a large data center.

Engaging Alaskans with cognitive decline, Eagle River’s Memory Cafe creates a welcoming community →

Founded in 2025, the gathering is a regular opportunity for interaction and socialization for people with dementia and their caregivers.

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Dunleavy blasts lawmakers’ Alaska LNG bills, saying they don’t offer enough support →

The bills, revised by lawmakers, sharply increased the revenue that would come from the governor's proposed “alternative volumetric tax,” which would be based on gas volumes shipped, replacing property taxes.

It’s spring in Alaska: The Nenana Ice Classic tripod has fallen →

It’s not yet clear what this year’s jackpot will total — or who the lucky winner or winners might be.

Anchorage vacation rental owners have until July 30 to register properties with the city →

Starting in August, vacation rental owners in Anchorage will no longer be allowed to post or advertise listings without a city-administered registration number.

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Mat-Su bus service faces cuts under proposed borough budget →

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GOP bill would fund $1B in White House security upgrades for Trump’s ballroom →

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