“You Can’t Leave” is an excerpt from Kris Drumm’s as-yet unpublished memoir “Open to Entry, An Alaskan Adventure”, her experiences as a woman homesteading north of Talkeetna in the … Susitna Writer’s Voice–“You Can’t Leave!” from Open to Entry, An Alaskan Adventure, by Kris Drumm

After not meeting in the month of July, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly will resume its regular meeting schedule next week. The agenda reflects the long period since the last meeting, … Borough Assembly will return from meeting-free July to a full agenda

Two candidates have officially entered the race to represent District 7 in the Mat-Su Borough Assembly. Doyle Holmes and Randall Kowalke, both Willow residents, were added to the official candidate … Mat-Su election slate comes into focus

Earlier this summer, paleontologists confirmed that fossilized vertebrae found in the Talkeetna Mountains belonged to an ancient sea creature, the elasmosaur. This is the first time that remains of the … First elasmosaur fossils in Alaska discovered in Talkeetna Mountains

A  live conversation about health and health news from the Sunshine Community Health Center: It’s hosted by Holly Stinson, with today’s in-studio guests Kirsten Strolle, patient advocate at the Talkeetna … Tips for Healthy Living

The two Anchorage residents accused of starting the Sockeye Fire last month pleaded not guilty, according to court documents. Greg Imig and Amy Dewitt are each charged with eight misdemeanors … Anchorage residents plead not guilty to Sockeye Fire charges

Talkeetna resident Robin Song describes a long-awaited hike in Denali State Park. All photos by Robin Song Several years ago my dogs and I hiked the Little Coal Creek trail … Susitna Writer’s Voice–Ermine Hill Hike, by Robin Song

After a very successful fundraising period, Talkeetna’s recycling program is days away from getting started. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is currently scheduled for 11:00 am on Monday, August 3rd at the … Talkeetna recycling scheduled to begin in early August

Denali is the tallest mountain in North America. Officially, its height is listed at 20,320 feet. The survey establishing the mountain’s height was made in 1953. Two years ago, the … Scientists hope to determine more precise height for Denali