Borough To Begin Budget Process on Tuesday
The Mat-Su Borough’s budget process is about to get underway, and following along may be easier than in years past. At 1:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly will hear
Mat-Su Assembly Approves Expansion of Talkeetna Community Council Area
Correction: A previous version of the story incorrectly stated that the expansion incorporated the entirety of the Greater Talkeetna Road Service Area. A significant portion of the GTRSA lies within
Local Trail Expertise Helps Make the Oosik a Success
by: Katie Writer – KTNA The 2017 Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour has concluded, and hundreds of skiers from the Upper Valley and elsewhere have returned to their lives.
2017 Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour Results
This year, the Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour saw exceptional weather and more than 650 total participants. Results for this year’s Oosik are divided into men’s and women’s division
Trapper Creek Cabin Fever Reliever Ski Race Results
This story was submitted by Kathy Ernst. The day dawned cloudy but became sunny and beautiful by afternoon. The ski trail was well groomed and fast (2.5 kilometers). There
Alaska Senate Votes to Use Permanent Fund Earnings for Government Over Valley Senators' Objection
A bill that would impact how Alaskans receive Permanent Fund Dividends passed the Alaska Senate on Wednesday over the objection of Democrats and a handful of Republicans, including Senator Mike
Funding approved for Talkeetna dike repair
After years of delays, Mat-Su Borough officials say they have secured federal funds for the repair of the revetment in Downtown Talkeetna. Last week, Borough Emergency Manager Casey Cook told
Mitch Seavey wins 2017 Iditarod in record time
Correction: A previous version of this story stated that Mitch Seavey’s 2017 Iditarod win is his fourth. It is, in fact, his third Iditarod victory. Mitch Seavey has won his
Work to resume on Talkeetna Airport project
Work on the expansion and improvement project at the Talkeetna State Airport is scheduled to resume later this week. Last year, tree clearing and other preparatory work was done