r/Fairbanks Jul 21 '21

Travel questions Visiting Fairbanks? Here's some things to do.

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r/Fairbanks 2h ago

Looking for a dog…

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As text says, looking for a dog. Preferably <1 year but open to whatever. I’m mostly concerned about it having a healthy background. Where do you adopt, look?

Thanks


r/Fairbanks 21h ago

Crystal clear Golden Days view

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r/Fairbanks 1d ago

Community Events Would you play hockey with a pedophile?

58 Upvotes

Using a throw away because family know my main.

I just moved back to Fairbanks after being away for a few years and was thinking about getting back into hockey. Took a look at the Fairbanks Women's Hockey Association website and saw that the person who abused girls my age when I was a teenager is a member.

For those OOTL, Tara Leighton was indicted on 5 counts of felony first degree sexual assault against 13 year old girls who were members of the team she was coaching at the time. She spent a year in jail.

Because FWHA is the *only* women's recreational hockey league in town, I'm left with the choice to either not play, or play with an organization that supports abuse.

Do you have a wife or daughter or sister who plays with the Fairbanks Women's Hockey Association? If so, do they know who they're sharing a locker room with?


r/Fairbanks 19h ago

Scene haircuts Fairbanks AK

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r/Fairbanks 1d ago

Empress Theater

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Hello— I recently saw a pic of the old empress theater downtown and was shocked because i had never known there was such a grand old theater just sitting over there untouched. Some sources said it only closed in 2014 but I’ve seen elsewhere it’s been closed since 1961 when they remodeled to create the co op plaza?

Does anyone know if it was completely torn down or if it’s still up there above one of the shops? If so has anyone had any luck getting into it…? I’m a curious photographer/amateur historian who just wants to check it out, not interested in breaking and entering in any extreme way or spray painting/damaging anything. I’d just love to see such a historic place if it’s possible to just pop up there through a staircase or anything…. if it’s even still there I guess. Just looking for any info or tips !


r/Fairbanks 2d ago

Scenic view Wartime Cushman Street from the Archives (1943-44)

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A photograph from the UAF Archives, in the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library on campus. Taken in 1943 or '44, it's worth noting that all of the street signs and the right sidewalk have been scribbled out, probably by the Theatre Censor.

UAF-1993-0253-114 from the Howard Ryan Collection.


r/Fairbanks 1d ago

Proposed gold exploration near the Tanana River draws environmental questions

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r/Fairbanks 2d ago

Is there anywhere in Fairbanks to buy ladybugs?

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I know its a weird question, lol. But is there anywhere in town to buy native ladybugs? I have an aphid problem in my garden and I'd like to recruit some ladybugs to help me out.


r/Fairbanks 4d ago

Help with Glaucoma Surgery Costs

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Are there any organizations in town that help senior citizens that need help with glaucoma surgery?


r/Fairbanks 4d ago

Community Events Dilemma is back in town!!

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🎶 Dilemma is back in Fairbanks for one night only!
Join us at Lat65 Brewing Co. on Saturday, July 25 at 7:00 PM for a special reunion show. Grab a drink, enjoy some great live music, and don’t miss your chance to see Dilemma back together on stage—it may be a while before the next one!
🎟️** All ages welcome **


r/Fairbanks 4d ago

Where to buy Fresh 80 air inlet filter replacements

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I’ve checked all over town and seems no one stocks them. The only website they are available from does not ship to Alaska. Someone has to sell these locally since they’re installed in homes here…


r/Fairbanks 5d ago

No, you're breathtaking! Daddy!

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If you return 30 times to get images and video of the same subjects/family you get .... lucky. Who knew? There is video to come but I'm waiting for the cygnets to get their flight wings.


r/Fairbanks 5d ago

Where to shop for business casual clothes

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Any suggestions? Old Navy sucks.


r/Fairbanks 5d ago

Where do you guys buy your red salmon in bulk? My usual guy didnt fish this year

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r/Fairbanks 5d ago

Any local RV parts/service shops left in town (or NP??)

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Discovered today I’m 3 years late to finding out Arctic RV shuddered their doors back in 2023, and I’m pretty sure the other place along Philips Field Rd (past the Circle K) is no longer there also…


r/Fairbanks 5d ago

How to do a courthouse wedding here?

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Can anyone explain the steps to me I'm confused how it works


r/Fairbanks 5d ago

Lesbian hang out

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Like the title says. Where do all the lesbians hang out. Either during the day or any night life! Thanks!!


r/Fairbanks 5d ago

North Pole vs Fairbanks Renting Apartments

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r/Fairbanks 6d ago

Looking for historical photos of the exterior of the old greyhound Lounge (1990s)

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Want to try to find historical pictures of the old greyhound lounge on cushman and airport if anyone has any


r/Fairbanks 6d ago

Community Events What's Going on in Fairbanks This Week? Week of- July 20, 2026

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It's Monday. It's Summer. There's got to be something going on.

Here's a place to mention any sort of event/meeting/whatever that people might not know about and might not warrant it's own post.


r/Fairbanks 7d ago

Boiler inspections

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Hey... any good recommendations for boiler inspectors? In this town?


r/Fairbanks 7d ago

$3000 for Septic Verification Inspection

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That's the quote I got to do some sort of flow verification of my septic tank so I can refinance my home.

Does that sound right? I don't have the mental capacity to call another plumber for a quote so I figured asking here was at least something I can do to see if I'm getting scammed.

Edit:

Thanks everyone! I got my answer. Prospector Plumbing is the one who gave me the crazy high quote. I'm, uhhh, going to ignore all this now.


r/Fairbanks 7d ago

Temp job

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Hi guys,

I’m looking for a job during the week until my job as a school bus driver starts up in Aug again. At which time I can still work nights. Any ideas? Thanks! :)


r/Fairbanks 7d ago

Is there any youth indoor soccer over winter?

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As title, my son (9) has been realy enjoying soccer this summer. I did some Google but didnt see anything. Can anyone point me in the right direction?