Wildermuth Brings Home Jiu Jitsu State Championship
Last weekend, a Talkeetna martial artist brought home a gold medal from the Alaska State Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championships. Ria Wildermuth competed in the women’s adult division for the first
Rep. Eastman Reflects on First Legislative Session Thus Far
Representative David Eastman is one of fifteen freshman legislators in Juneau this session. That session is now more than two months along. Representative Eastman spoke with KTNA’s Phillip Manning about
Upper Valley's First Cannabis Retailer Nears Final State Hurdle
This week, the Marijuana Control Board will hear testimony and deliberate on the state license application for a marijuana retail store in Downtown Talkeetna. The owners are optimistic about the
As Airport Tree Clearing Resumes, Some Locals Redouble Opposition
As tree clearing continues for the Talkeetna State Airport Expansion and Improvement Project, the methods being used are not sitting well with some locals. The project has been in development
Mat-Su Public Works Submits Budget Proposal, Plans Inspection of Talkeetna Sewer and Water System
As part of its operating budget proposal, the Mat-Su Borough Public Works Department is asking for an increase in the budget for the Talkeetna Sewer and Water System. KTNA’s Phillip
Mat-Su Borough Departments Present Budget Proposals
by: Casey Grove – Alaska Public Media From public safety to platting, the Mat Su Borough’s various departments have unveiled their latest round of budget requests. Overall, the borough expects
Mat-Su School Superintendent Resigns
After a sudden resignation, Alaska’s second largest school district finds itself in need of a permanent superintendent for the second time in under a year. Yesterday afternoon, the Mat-Su Borough
Valley Coalition, Mat-Su Borough Partner to Keep Waste out of Landfills
by: Katie Writer – KTNA Correction: The original headline for this story stated that the Zero Waste Coalition is planning the upcoming roundtable. In fact, the Mat-Su Borough is hosting
Troopers seek information about Willow burglary
The Alaska State Troopers are asking for the public’s help with information regarding a burglary in Willow. Troopers say a 36-year-old Willow woman reported the burglary around 5:30 on Friday