Current News for Anchorage

Excitement Builds in Anchorage for Alaska’s 50th Anniversary of Statehood Celebrations
Alaska turns 50 this year and Anchorage is celebrating with events and discounts for everyone. In an effort to get more visitors to the party, several Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) member businesses are offering Alaska Statehood Celebration discounts.
News Release – June 22, 2009
Athleticism, Sense of Humor Pre-Requisites for Upcoming Hero Games
Although athletic prowess and mental focus are required for these games, a well-developed sense of humor will also serve teams well. All part of the 50th anniversary of statehood, the Hero Games is just one element of the Alaska Statehood Celebration.
News Release – June 10, 2009
Anchorage Taxis Now Stocked, Serve as Visitor Information Centers on Wheels
Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) staff spent a recent afternoon at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport installing information pouches into more than half the local taxicabs.
News Release – June 10, 2009




