Susitna Writer's Voice--Nine races of the Oosik, by Dan Harrell
Talkeetna writer Dan Harrell tells the often humorous story of his Oosik race experiences over the last nine years, and how his breakthrough in technique changed his standings. Audio is
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Denali Park Road open to mile 15
More of Denali National Park’s road has opened. This year marked the first in a test program to begin plowing the first twelve miles of the road earlier in the
Legislature could add funds for education, prioritize megaprojects
With less than a month until the end of the state’s legislative session, increasing discussion of the state budget is inevitable. Members of both the House and Senate, as well
Borough plans earthquake preparedness activities in Lower Valley through Saturday
Through March 29th, communities around the state will be conducting training and exercises to help prepare in case of a major earthquake. March 27th marks the 50th anniversary of the
Project leader discusses Talkeetna Sewer and Water assessment
20140327TSW Last year, the Alaska Legislature voted to give the Mat-Su Borough $100,000 to perform an assessment of the Talkeetna sewer and water system. The Borough has contracted CRW Engineering
Classics for Kids--The Elephant's Child
Rudyard Kipling’s story about how the elephant got its trunk. It is narrated by Jack Nicholson, with music composed and performed by Bobby McFerrin. Classics for Kids The Elephant’s Child
State Senate committee hears testimony on Knik Arm Bridge
On Tuesday, the Alaska Senate Finance Committee heard testimony on the proposed Knik Arm Crossing. Last week, Senators heard the details of a new plan to finance the project. Current
Alaska Senate Finance Co-Chair: Supplemental Susitna-Watana funding "Up in the air."
Unless support materializes soon, the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project may not get the additional funds Governor Sean Parnell requested for it this year. In February, Governor Parnell submitted his amended budget
Susitna Writer's Voice--Ice Road Moose, by Peter Mathiesen
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