Local news from Talkeetna Alaska and our surrounding communities.
Local birder Kathy Trump celebrated her 25th Birdathon with her first ever win. She took home the coveted crown for tallying 36 birds during this year’s event. Her birding partner, … Birders Celebrate 35 Years of Birdathon
Alaska State Troopers responded to a report of a stolen ATV near Talkeenta on Sunday. The Polaris 500 Sportsman ATV was parked at a residence along the Parks Highway. Department … ATV Theft Near Talkeetna
This is the Denali Report for May 9, 2025 There are 949 climbers registered to climb Denali this season and 26 of those have begun their climb. 28 people are … Denali Report for May 9th, 2025
New contracts have been approved for Trapper Creek, Talkeetna, Caswell Lakes, and Willow road service areas, or RSAs. While the contracts vary somewhat in scope, they all will cover regular … New Road Service Contracts for the Upper Valley
Some road work in the Caswell Lakes area has begun, which will include major repairs and work on a fish passage. The Borough contractor will begin with moving some mailboxes … Major Repairs, Fish Passage Underway in Caswell Lakes
Proposed changes to the Mat-Su Borough’s Essential Service Utilities ordinance would modify the intent, public notification, and appeals process. The ordinance covers large utilities like gas lines, pipelines, and electric … Changes to Essential Services Utilities Ordinance Proposed
This is the Denali Report for May 2, 2025 As of last week, there were 913 climbers registered to climb Denali this season and 26 registered to attempt Mt. Foraker. … Denali Report For May 2, 2025
Members of the Mat-Su Borough Assembly and the Waterbody Setback Advisory Board met this week to discuss the proposed changes to the waterbody setback legislation. The Board recommends a variety … Proposed Waterbody Setback Changes Discussed at Special Meeting
A wanted Talkeetna man was arrested at the Palmer Courthouse on Friday. Early last week, a warrant for John Stefanski’s arrest was issued after he violated the conditions of his … Talkeetna Man Arrested for Outstanding Warrant
