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Good afternoon. It’s Monday, Nov. 3.

In today's newsletter:

  • In an effort to replace federal food assistance blocked by a U.S. government shutdown, Gov. Mike Dunleavy has issued a state disaster declaration.

  • In this latest edition of Open & Shut, Anchorage gets a pet washing business, a new Chinese restaurant downtown and a freight business that will help with navigating non-Alaska shipping policies.

  • The Anchorage School District heard criticism from parents and staff from elementary schools it proposes to close next school year, with many questioning whether class sizes will increase.

Much has transpired in the world of air travel recently as the federal shutdown affects air traffic controllers and TSA, while IT problems have caused headaches at Alaska Airlines. After an action-packed week in the airline sphere, travel writer Scott McMurren has the details on what you need to know.

Anchorage weather


It's partly sunny today with a high around 38 degrees, though the forecast does calls for a chance of scattered rain and possibly snow showers. Looking ahead to the rest of the week, snow is likely on Tuesday and Thursday, and daytime highs will range from the low to high 30s.

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

— Megan Pacer, mpacer@adn.com

Gov. Dunleavy declares state disaster to provide food aid to Alaskans amid federal shutdown →

The announcement came after lawmakers urged the governor to take action, as other states have done, to ensure SNAP beneficiaries do not go hungry.


Related: Trump administration says SNAP food aid will be partially funded after judges’ orders

Open & Shut: Anchorage gets a new Chinese restaurant, a pet wash biz, a furniture and decor shop and a kettlebell gym →

Plus: Mexico In Alaska restaurant closes after more than a half-century, and the Little Dipper Diner shuts down.

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Staff and parents voice concerns over proposed Anchorage school closures →

Anchorage School Board members are weeks away from voting on the proposed closures of Fire Lake and Lake Otis elementary schools, but say they still want feedback from the community. A survey is available on the district's website.

Anchorage faith groups extend a spirit of service to displaced Western Alaska residents →

The groups continue to help disaster relief organizations sort and distribute large volumes of donated clothing and home goods as storm victims transition out of shelters into more long-term housing.

Retiring after historic career, Alaska Judge Pamela Washington leaves a legacy of impact →

Washington became the first Black woman in Alaska to serve on the bench when she was appointed to a judgeship in 2010. Through her work, she’s inspired others to join the legal field.

UAA taps veteran Alaska medical professional as new College of Health dean →

Dr. Jay Butler, who is a nationally recognized expert in infectious diseases, will start his new role with UAA at the end of the year. (via Alaska Beacon)

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More from the ADN

Man dead, another missing after group of hunters fall through ice near Kotzebue →

Trump says he ‘won’t be extorted’ by Democrats, shuns negotiations as shutdown drags on →

UAF volleyball team rallies to complete season sweep of UAA →

Government shutdown threatens to delay home heating aid for millions of low-income families →

Reigning champs repeat with historic performances at Region IV swimming finals in Anchorage →

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