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Good afternoon. It’s Wednesday, May 13.

In today's newsletter:

Anchorage residents had a lot on their minds when they headed to the polls during the April municipal election, with some of them citing concern over rising taxes and a lack of trust in the school district as factors in how they voted.
Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan has reliably backed most major oil and mining projects in Alaska while Democrat Mary Peltola has supported development, but with a more nuanced approach. Here's a look at where they stand on different projects.
The Alaska House voted to alter the method for calculating education funding and boost state expenditures on public schools by over $140 million annually, but the bill's future is uncertain.

For performing arts enthusiasts, there's plenty to scope out in the upcoming Anchorage Concert Association season with performers announced this week. Highlights include ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, comedian Tig Notaro, “The Nutcracker,” Vitamin String Quartet and fan favorite The Moth. The Alaska State Fair also announced their latest addition to this year's concert lineup, pop and Christian artist Amy Grant, who performs Aug. 24.

Anchorage weather

It's mostly cloudy today with isolated showers. Looking ahead, we can expect a mix of sunshine and clouds over the next few days as daytime highs remain in the low to mid-50s.

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

— Vicky Ho, vho@adn.com

Tax concerns and school district distrust shaped Anchorage’s mixed municipal election results →

We asked Anchorage residents what factors influenced how they voted in the city election, and heard common themes. Here's what voters said about why they supported or rejected various ballot propositions.

In Alaska’s US Senate race, Peltola and Sullivan support most big resource development projects →

In the U.S. Senate race, Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan’s campaign donations from Pebble executives have raised questions from Democrats, while Democratic challenger Mary Peltola has faced criticism from both parties for her positions on mining and drilling.

Alaska House passes bill adding more than $140 million to education budget →

Senate members signaled the bill, which received bipartisan support in the House, was unlikely to pass before the end of the session.

Alaska lawmakers pass bill making gold and silver currencies legal tender →

The measure would also exempt gold and silver currencies from sales taxes. The bill’s sponsor says it is intended to solidify “financial freedom of choice,”

Legislature formalizes rules for physician assistants working within Alaska →

Physician assistants may soon be able to operate more independently in Alaska, if Gov. Dunleavy approves a bill passed by the state Legislature. (via Alaska Beacon)