RSA Board Decision Delayed Again
A decision on an ordinance that would have increased the required number of members on each road service area board was delayed again. The road service area boards, or RSAs, … RSA Board Decision Delayed Again
Culvert and Bridge Construction on Track for This Summer
According to the State of Alaska’s Department of Transportation and Public Facilities website, Upper Valley residents and visitors should expect construction along the Parks Highway this summer. Alaska DOT has … Culvert and Bridge Construction on Track for This Summer
Blaze on Mat-Su Assemblymember Ron Bernier’s property marks first wildfire of the year
March 14th, Amy Bushatz PALMER — A controlled grass burn by Mat-Su Assembly member Ron Bernier near his Meadow Lakes home Thursday became the Mat-Su region’s first documented wildland fire … Blaze on Mat-Su Assemblymember Ron Bernier’s property marks first wildfire of the year
Alaska legislator revives push to sell state-owned Alaska Railroad
by James Brooks, Alaska BeaconMarch 11, 2025 A Big Lake Republican has reintroduced a bill that would require the state of Alaska to sell the Alaska Railroad. Rep. Kevin McCabe, … Alaska legislator revives push to sell state-owned Alaska Railroad
Increased Possibility of Mount Spurr Eruption
Alaska Volcano Observatory scientists have noted increased small earthquakes below and gas emissions from Mount Spurr in recent weeks. It’s currently at the advisory alert level. Mount Spurr is located … Increased Possibility of Mount Spurr Eruption
Iditarod Report March14th, 2025
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is underway! KTNA will bring you daily updates on the Last Great Race with insights from local Iditarod veterans. Today’s episode features local mushers … Iditarod Report March14th, 2025
Community cleanup program a success
A new Borough clean-up program has led to about 360 tons of trash being removed across 18 private properties. That’s according to Jason Ortiz, Mat-Su Borough Deputy Director of Planning … Community cleanup program a success
Road-repair bill reveals friction between Republican leaders of different groups in Alaska Senate
by James Brooks, Alaska BeaconMarch 10, 2025 A bill intended to fix potholes in a popular road within Chugach State Park has also exposed rocky relationships between two leaders of … Road-repair bill reveals friction between Republican leaders of different groups in Alaska Senate
Iditarod Report March 13th, 2025
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is underway! KTNA will bring you daily updates on the Last Great Race with insights from local Iditarod veterans. Today’s episode features local mushers … Iditarod Report March 13th, 2025
