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Single-Vehicle Accident Results in Minor Injuries, Totaled Tesla

A Talkeetna man received minor injuries after crashing on the Parks Highway.  His electric sports car, however, was not as lucky.  According to the Alaska State Troopers, Jack West of

A Talkeetna man received minor injuries after crashing on the Parks Highway.  His electric sports car, however, was not as lucky.  According to the Alaska State Troopers, Jack West of Talkeetna was driving northbound on the Parks Highway near mile 85 when he lost control of his 2011 Tesla Roadster.  Troopers say there was ice on the road at the time of the accident.  West was wearing his seatbelt, and received non-life-threatening injuries.  His vehicle, however, was totaled.

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Su Valley Voice for August 20, 2026: River Erosion

This week on Su Valley Voice, the topic was erosion issues near Talkeetna. Host Phillip Manning was joined by guests from the Mat-Su Borough and Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to discuss the current situation and plans.

By Phillip Manning
Live KTNA 88.9 FM