The Mat-Su Borough Assembly met Tuesday evening to discuss the proposed 2022 Fiscal Year Budget and to vote on a variety of last-minute amendments. Assembly Member George McKee moved to … After hearing multiple amendments, borough budget deliberations will continue Thursday

Residents of the Upper Susitna Valley spoke to the Mat-Su Borough Assembly on Thursday night in the Su-Valley Jr/Sr High School gymnasium.  It was the last of three public meetings … Borough Assembly meets at Su Valley ahead of determining budget

Residents of downtown and East Talkeetna recently received a flyer detailing proposed rate changes to their sewer and water rates.  The Talkeetna Sewer and Water Advisory Board is proposing the … New sewer and water rate structure on the table for Talkeetna

For residents of Trapper Creek, nothing signals spring like the sound of Sandhill Cranes.  Twice a year the majestic birds visit the Dale Saunders Crane Sanctuary, and last week they … Signs of Spring: Sandhill Cranes return to Saunders Sanctuary

Christiansen Lake residents may be getting some relief from the high level of industrial activity that has been happening in their neighborhood during the last four years.  In 2017, residents … Christiansen Lake Quarry could see changes going forward

The pandemic has brought the word “virtual” to many of our favorite activities.  That usually means sitting at a computer.  But for the Denali Nordic Ski club, hosting a virtual … Virtual Oosik Gets Real

It’s springtime in Talkeetna, and while most of the town is preparing for summer, one local resident will be wearing her mittens and down clothing for a few more months.  … Denali base camp manager prepares to return to the glacier

Mid-May in Talkeetna promises new green leaves, increased airplane traffic, and potentially the presence of a big yellow balloon. To be specific, the Big Dipper Balloon Company intends to maintain … Dallas Seavey discusses tethered balloon ride in East Talkeetna at community council

The proposed curriculum changes revolve around a concept that Dr. Randy Trani, Superintendent of the Mat-Su School District, calls the 4 Cs. The four Cs are:  Credit, Community, Career and … Mat-Su School District proposes curriculum changes