Borough Assembly will return from meeting-free July to a full agenda
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,
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Mat-Su election slate comes into focus
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
First elasmosaur fossils in Alaska discovered in Talkeetna Mountains
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
Tips for Healthy Living
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
Anchorage residents plead not guilty to Sockeye Fire charges
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
Susitna Writer's Voice--Ermine Hill Hike, by Robin Song
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
Talkeetna recycling scheduled to begin in early August
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
Scientists hope to determine more precise height for Denali
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
Four years after stroke and heart attack, mountain guide solos Denali
by: Katie Writer The last climber is off of Denali, and the summer season is now officially over. Out of the thousand-plus climbers that attempt the mountain each year, there