Todays Announcements
KTNA maintains an online announcement and classified page to help keep our listeners informed. Announcements are mainly for nonprofits. Classifieds are for nonprofits as well as individual needs. The KTNA Community Calendar includes all announcements plus additional community events happening at local businesses.
There are three ways you can submit Announcements, Classifieds and events for the Community Calendar: through our online form, via email at info@ktna.org or by calling 907-733-1700.
Coming up on KTNA
Six Minute Science this week is a rebroadcast from 2025 about arctic-breeding shorebirds, and features Shorebird Coordinator and Supervisory Biologist for the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Rick Lanctot. These shorebirds will be returning to Alaska over the next few weeks. Six Minute Science is produced by KTNA’s Jenny Willoughby and airs Saturdays at about 6:25pm, after Ag Matters and again Tuesdays at 12:30pm, after the midday news.
Last Tuesday, the 3rd graders from Talkeetna Elementary visited the KTNA studios to share stories about ‘A Dog I Know.‘ We’ve compiled their recordings into a special two-part series for Susitna Writer’s Voice. Tune into KTNA to hear the second part on Sunday after the 6pm announcements and Monday at 12:30pm, after the midday news. You can listen to both parts anytime at KTNA.org.
KTNA’s annual survey is open. Every year we reach out to collect your feedback on our programming. Your input helps to guide KTNA’s program schedule and content over the next year. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by clicking on the link on our announcement page. You can also stop by the station during business hours for a printed copy.
We’re taking a trip down memory lane! KTNA is hosting a casual community gathering featuring a screening of the KTNA Millennium Concert from April 22, 2000. This footage was recently digitized, and we are excited to bring it back to the community 26 years after the original performance. We’ll be celebrating with a potluck, you are welcome to bring something to share… or just bring yourself! That’s from 7 to 9pm on Saturday, April 25th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. We look forward to sharing this blast from the past with you all!
Events
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KTNA Board of Directors Meeting
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United StatesThe KTNA Board of Directors meets the third Monday of the month at 4:30pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. The next meeting is on April 20th, all are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email manager@ktna.org.
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Talkeetna Skatepark Committee Meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe next Talkeetna Skatepark Committee Meeting is on Tuesday, April 21st at 6pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. All are welcome. To contact the committee you can email them at tkaskatepark@gmail.com.
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Reading Tuesdays – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Public Library hosts a weekly afterschool program called Reading Tuesdays. Students are welcome to come and read, work on homework or a craft, and spend time with friends from 3:15 until 5pm every Tuesday. Sunshine Transit is available to pick up students at Talkeetna Elementary School and bring them to the library. Permission slips are required. For more information and to sign up, contact the library at Talkeetna.Library@matsugov.us or (907)861-7645.
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DEA National Drug Take-Back Day – Matanuska-Susitna Borough
The DEA National Drug Take-Back Day is on Saturday, April 25th. There are two drop off locations available in the Susitna Valley from 10am to 2pm - at the Wasilla and Palmer Fred Meyers. All are welcome to drop off unused or expired medications in original packaging or a generic bag, without your personal information. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain tightly sealed in the original container. Syringes and medical waste cannot be accepted. Turning in unused medications reduces prescription drug abuse and accidental poisoning, and protects local waterways and the environment. You may call Mary Miller at (907)861-8557 or email MMiller@matsugov.us with any questions.
To see all events, including recurring events like those at area libraries, go to the KTNA Community Calendar.
Classifieds
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KTNA Job Openings
KTNA is hiring! We are currently looking for a full-time News Producer and part-time Development Coordinator. The News Producer writes local stories and oversees the work of staff and volunteer reporters. The Development Coordinator is responsible for KTNA's membership and underwriting programs as well as coordination of events. Find the complete job descriptions at ktna.org. Are you curious to learn more? Stop by the station anytime Monday through Friday 10am-3pm or reach out to General Manager, Phillip Manning with questions at (907)733-1700 or manager@ktna.org.
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume and letter of interest to manager@ktna.org.
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Denali Arts Council is Hiring
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council is hiring an Administrative Manager. Full-time, must have strong organizational, office, and Excel skills, and enjoy teamwork and event coordination. A love for the arts is also a must. Interested applicants must submit their resume and letter of interest to michelle@denaliartscouncil.org by May 2nd. A full job description is available at denaliartscouncil.org, for more information contact Denali Arts Council.
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Seeking Volunteers & Ideas for Discovery Days at Talkeetna Elementary
Talkeetna Elementary School is hosting Discovery Days on Monday, May 18th through Wednesday, May 20th, from 9:00 to 11:15 AM, and they are looking for community volunteers. Discovery Days give students a chance to explore hands-on activities—from art and music to outdoor skills, STEM, and local business experiences. If you have a hobby, skill, or passion you’d like to share, please email teachers Suzi or Kelsey at susan.reichert@matsuk12.us and kelsey.wakefield@matsuk12.us.
