2024 Legislative Session Roundup
Representative Kevin McCabe continues to focus on several issues that directly impact the Upper Susitna Valley. Though it did not pass in the 2024 session, McCabe says increasing the threshold
Judge Clarifies Lakeview Street Access
A second court order dealing with the public access to Benka Lake on Lakeview Street is in effect. The Brunzes own land on both sides of the boat launch on
Governor Vetoes Alaska Library Network Funding
Alaska’s libraries provide a vast network of shared resources in digital, print, and audio formats to residents of all ages. Rural and remote communities may be the most impacted by
Denali Flightseeing Tour Makes Emergency Landing
A K2 Aviation flight made an emergency landing near Tokositna Glacier in Denali National Park and Preserve on Friday evening after losing power. Park Rangers received a call at about
Funding Approved for Talkeetna Crosswalk
Talkeetna residents will see a new crosswalk to the Library in the near future. Funding for $70,000 has been approved in this year’s State budget. Borough Manager Mike Brown says
Court Denies State's Motion in Comsat Quarry Case
The court case for the Comsat Quarry site is closed. In late April, the State of Alaska filed for reconsideration after the Alaska Superior Court agreed with Comsat Area Lakes
Waterbody Setback Recommendations Nearly Complete
A second revised version of the Waterbody Setback resolution not only reinforces requirements for lakes, but also rivers, and wetlands. The Waterbody Setback Advisory Board reviewed the updated draft and
Library Committee Sets Expectations
Newly seated Library Citizens’ Advisory Committee members met for the first time Monday evening. Committee Chair Chad Scott made it clear that the meeting was to be mostly informational. Though
Montana Creek Fire Winds Down
The Montana Creek Fire that started on June 29th is 93 percent contained as of 9:45 am Tuesday, July 9th. Crews and equipment continue to be demobilized from the site