Iditarod Report for March 5th, 2024
Today, much of the field reached Nikolai after crossing the notorious Farewell Burn. We spoke with Iditarod veteran Anja Radano about this phase of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
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Rising Readers - Stories by Students
In Episode 18 of Rising Readers we share ten stories, written and recorded by ten students from Talkeetna Elementary School.
Iditarod Report for March 4th, 2024
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is underway! KTNA will bring you daily updates on the Last Great Race with insights from local Iditarod veterans. This year, we are featuring
Yundt to Run for State Senate
Mat-Su Borough Assemblymember Rob Yundt has announced his candidacy for State Senate. Yundt ran unopposed and was just reelected to the Borough Assembly in fall 2023. He has built a
Rep. McCabe Speaks on Newly Introduced Bills
Recently, KTNA’s Phillip Manning spoke with Rep. Kevin McCabe about bills he recently introduced in the Alaska House as well as the status of major discussions like education funding. The
Su Valley Voice for February 29th, 2024: Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour
We are strapping on our skis! The Oosik Classic Race & Tour is upon us again. In this episode host Trisha Costello takes a look at trail conditions and some other March
Friends of Benka Lake Hold Public Meeting to Update Lawsuit Status
On Sunday, the Friends of Benka Lake held an informal public meeting in Talkeetna to discuss the current state of the lawsuit the organization has filed against Jan and Britte
Candidates May Declare Political Party
The Mat-Su Borough Assembly voted last week to allow Mayoral, Assembly, and School Board candidates to declare a political party. Voters will see the candidate affiliations on November 2024 ballots.
StarDate Susitna 2-25-24, by Kathleen Fleming
This February includes a leap day. Since the calendar is based on the solar schedule, Kathleen thinks it’s a prime topic for StarDate Susitna. Learn about our calendar and other