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This summer, the Denali Arts Council is offering kids the opportunity to get outside and make art. There will be three total workshops—two-day programs with different focuses throughout the summer. … Non-Profit Provides Summer Art Opportunities to Kids
A fire was discovered on the evening of July 3 in Denali National Park and Reserve, 36 miles west of Petersville. It was 4-to-7 acres when it was discovered and … 5-Acre Wildfire Discovered South of Alaska Range, West of Petersville
The Fairview Inn is one of Downtown Talkeetna’s most iconic landmarks. Not only is it the tallest building on Main Street, a status enshrined in borough code, but its ninety-nine … New Fairview Owner Discusses Renovation and Visions for the Talkeetna Icon
As a recent transplant to Talkeetna, I was shocked and annoyed by the swarms of mosquitoes here. So, I called up entomologist Derek Sikes at the University of Alaska Fairbanks … Entomologist Derek Sikes Helps Us Understand Our Summer Mosquito Population
The State of Alaska is tightening restrictions on fires and fireworks in advance of the Independence Day weekend. Thursday evening, the Alaska Fire Marshal’s Office announced that use of fireworks … State suspends fireworks, tightens burning rules across Southcentral and Interior
Smoke from fires in Central Alaska is making its way over the Alaska Range into South Central Alaska. The current hazy skies in the Upper Susitna Valley are a result … Smoke from Interior Wildfires Brings Haze to Southcentral
Early and absentee-in-person voting for the Mat-Su Borough’s special election began on Monday, and the borough clerk’s office has sent out brochures outlining what’s on the summer ballot to voters. … Borough Voters Will Decide on Four Ballot Propositions in July
Note: Due to redistricting, David Eastman will no longer be the representative for the northern Susitna Valley following this November’s election. Last week, the Alaska Division of Elections (DOE) determined … Attorney Who Filed Complaint Reacts to State Decision Allowing Representative Eastman to Run
Last Wednesday, June 15th, the Mat-Su School District approved an activities policy that would prohibit transgender girls from competing in girls sports. Lillian Lennon, a trans female and long-term queer … Local LGBTQ Advocate Speaks Out Against Transgender Sports Ban
