AEA to hold public meetings regarding Susitna Hydro project
The Alaska Energy Authority announced a series of public meetings to be held regarding the potential development of the Susitna Hydro project.
The Alaska Energy Authority announced a series of public meetings to be held regarding the potential development of the Susitna Hydro project.
AEA will be hosting an open house at the Talkeetna Elementary on February 28. Other public meetings are scheduled for Fairbanks, Palmer, Anchorage and Kenai.
The Alaska Energy Authority last year came out with a report that concluded that a large hydro project, damming the Susitna River at the Low Watana site, would be the only way to get to the state’s goal of deriving 50 percent of electricity from renewable and alternative sources by the year 2025.
The report says that planning and building the dam would cost $4.5 billion.
Read More
Assembly Accepts Grant for Talkeetna Airstrip Revetment Repairs
The Talkeetna Airmen’s Association is working with the Mat-Su Borough for repairs to the Village Airstrip revetment.
Su Valley Voice for September 3, 2026: Sunshine Clinic Check-in
This week on Su Valley Voice we’re featuring Sunshine Community Health Center for their monthly check-in. September is Suicide Awareness Month and we'll be discussing the topic of Behavioral Health.
Talkeetna Skatepark Receives AARP Grant
The Talkeetna Skatepark has received an $11,000 Community Challenge grant from the American Association of Retired Persons
Sandhill Cranes Arrive in Trapper Creek
Sandhill cranes have already arrived at the Dale Saunders Crane Sanctuary, a bit ahead of schedule, before their long journey to California.