Yaks Run Loose on Talkeetna Spur Road
At least twice this summer, yaks have been spotted running loose along the Talkeetna Spur Road. Mat-Su Borough Animal Control has opened a case for multiple reports about the loose
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Talkeetna Residents Request Reconsideration for Land Transfer
Some Talkeetna residents are requesting a reconsideration from the Alaska Department of Natural Resources in their decision to transfer land to the Mat-Su Borough. The two forested parcels that may
Susitna Writer's Voice - July 12th, 2026, John Rocco Iacavone
This new piece was produced by Corinne Smith. Corinne speaks with Rocco John Iacavone (e-YAHK-ah-vone-ay) about his composition In a Dwam.
King Salmon Numbers Still Down in 2026
King salmon are making a bleak appearance in the Upper-Susitna river drainage again this year. However the fishery has slightly rebounded from last year’s historically low return rate. 2025 saw
Su Valley Voice for July 9, 2026: Talkeetna Pride
This week on Su Valley Voice, host Phillip Manning spoke with Kellie Laurson and Hannah Petrich, members of the Talkeetna Pride committee, about this year’s event. Talkeetna Pride will take
Su-Valley Band Marched in the Capitol 50 Years Ago
Last weekend, the Nation celebrated its 250th Birthday by hosting parades across the country. But some Su-Valley alumni remember marching in a different parade, 50 years ago, during America’s Bicentennial
Denali Report for July 2nd, 2026
This week marks the the final days of climbing season. Although there are still climbers in the range, most of them are in the final days of their journey. KTNA’s
Su Valley Voice for July 2, 2026: Sunshine Clinic Check-In
This week on Su Valley Voice we’re featuring Sunshine Community Health Center for their monthly check-in and discussed their upcoming Community Celebration as well as July’s Health theme: Try Not to Die in July.
DNR to Transfer Land for Talkeetna Water Site
Two State-owned parcels on Front Street in Talkeetna will be transferred to the Mat-Su Borough to be used for water storage and a new well site, according to a Final