Month: June 2011

Ten years ago on June 17th an 11 year old Talkeetna resident became the youngest person to successfully summit Denali.  That record still stands.  At age 21, Galen Johnston has … Johnston continues to hold record for youngest to summit Denali – 10 years later

The Alaska Earthquake Information Center located a moderate earthquake today at 11:06 AM. The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 5.21 and was located at a depth of 32 miles. … Quake felt in Talkeetna was actually a Soldotna quake

KTNA’s morning news, weather forecasts, Denali echos, announcements for June 16th. Host is Sue Deyoe. Headlines – Congressional delegation releases disclosure forms; ADFG orders closure of Little Su; Talkeetna parks … Morning Newscast – Thursday, June 16, 2011

From Washington DC- thanks to Libby Casey: Alaska’s congressional delegation in Washington earns money from a range of investments including stocks and real estate.  Their annual financial disclosure forms were … Congressional delegation files disclosure forms

When the Mat su Borough Assembly passed the 2012 budget last month, there were a number of  cuts.  However, there were a few increases and a number of surprises that … Talkeetna area parks to get a big facelift

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has announced an emergency order for the Little Su River starting Friday. The closure is for fishing for king salmon effective at 11 … ADGF issues emergency closure for Little Su

The Trapper Creek Elementary School roof is finally getting long needed repairs. The school received funding from the state in last years budget. The Borough advertised for construction this spring.  … Trapper Creek Elementary School roof repairs on their way to completion

A book recently published by an Alaskan author is now on bookshelves across the state.  The book, Running Red, is written by an Alaskan living in Palmer. Katie Halley will … Running Red author in Talkeetna on Saturday