Denali Park announces summer research
Wednesday, March 31, 2010The Murie Science and Learning Center in Denali Park has selected four research fellows for this coming year. (more…)
Posts from March, 2010
Morning Newscast – Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Wednesday, March 31, 2010KTNA’s morning news, weather, announcements. Host is Sue Deyoe. Headlines – John Allen gets Aramark employee of the year; NPS announces research for summer season; Governors education plan gets closer look.(21 min)
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Morning news cast Tuesday March 30, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010KTNA morning newscast with local news, weather, announcements and Denali Echoes. Hosted by Trisha Costello.
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Earth and Beyond-Get Outside and Play!
Monday, March 29, 2010Trail runner and neophyte ski racer Dan Harrell tells of his experience in this year’s Oosik Classic ski race, (will he wear pink leg warmers next year?) and the second annual No Meeting Triathlon. Audio runs 9 min 30 sec
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In the field
Monday, March 29, 2010
MARCH SNOW— For a short time, on Sunday, March 28, it snowed thick flakes and blanketed the area with a thin layer of fresh snow. Photo by Diana Haecker
Burn permits needed come April 1
Monday, March 29, 2010Starting April 1, residents are required to have burn permits when burning debris. Even so the upper valley still has snow on the ground, spring is the season when wild fires can start and spread.
Sunshine Transit still in repair
Monday, March 29, 2010As of Monday, Talkeetna’s only public transportation vehicle is still out of commission. The Sunshine Transit van broke down Friday and is in the process of being repaired at Northfork Automotive. Transit organizers are en route to Wasilla to pick up parts needed to repair the van’s broken fuel pump. Mechanics hope to have the van up and running on Tuesday. Stay tuned for updates.
Tazlina Mannix wraps up successful race season
Monday, March 29, 2010While Olympian skier Kikkan Randall occupies the headlines, her U.S. ski team mate and Talkeetna’s own Tazlina Mannix skied to top finishes this winter season, remaining the youngest skier to finish in most races’ top 10. (more…)
Governor Parnell introduces cruise ship head tax reduction bill
Monday, March 29, 2010Governor Sean Parnell on Thursday, March 25, submitted legislation aimed to boost tourism and stimulate the economy in Alaska. However, the bill is trying to strike a portion of the cruise ship head tax that could potentially bring money into Talkeetna. (more…)
