Sandhill Cranes Return to Trapper Creek
Sandhill cranes migrate in spring from the San Joaquin Valley up to Homer, where they rest for several days or weeks, depending on weather. Trapper Creek birder Kathy Ernst tracks
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Independent Investigator Named in Animal Cruelty Division Probe
Richard Payne, a founding member of Denali Law Group, has been hired by the Mat-Su Borough as an independent external investigator into the Brough’s Animal Control Division. Earlier this month,
Susitna Writer's Voice - April 26, 2026, WACBAB Poetry
In this Susitna Writers’ Voice you will hear 4 collaborative poems from around the year, written by a local book club. This episode was produced by Kathleen Fleming.
Wildwoods Playground Closes Temporarily
Talkeetna’s Wildwood Playground has been temporarily closed for maintenance after a recent inspection by Borough Recreation Services. During the inspection, it was discovered that the surface impact material had degraded
Assembly Continues Discussion About Heavy Trucks on Weight-Restricted Roads
The Mat-Su Borough has restricted traffic on certain Borough roads during the freeze-thaw season for many years. And the Borough received many reports every year about overweight trucks disregarding the
Su Valley Voice for April 23, 2026: Dudes and Divas
This week on Su Valley Voice, we discussed the upcoming Dudes and Divas show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on May 1st and 2nd. This year, the genre has
Willow Resident Charged in Animal Cruelty Case
Troopers have arrested 35-year-old Willow resident Misty Rehder on 26 counts of Cruelty to Animals. Rehder was remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial on April 21st. On April 15th, the Alaska State Troopers
Su Valley Voice: Government & Civic Affairs Check-in
It’s budget season for both the State and our Borough. Additionally, board of director elections are taking place for our electric co-op, Matanuska Electric Association – MEA. This year’s process
Commercial Use May Soon Be Permitted on Ridge Trail
The Mat-Su Borough’s new Ridge Trail system in Talkeetna will likely see some commercial traffic in the coming seasons. Up to three commercial use permits will be granted to use