Yaks Run Loose on Talkeetna Spur Road
At least twice this summer, yaks have been spotted running loose along the Talkeetna Spur Road. Mat-Su Borough Animal Control has opened a case for multiple reports about the loose
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Talkeetna Residents Request Reconsideration for Land Transfer
Some Talkeetna residents are requesting a reconsideration from the Alaska Department of Natural Resources in their decision to transfer land to the Mat-Su Borough. The two forested parcels that may
King Salmon Numbers Still Down in 2026
King salmon are making a bleak appearance in the Upper-Susitna river drainage again this year. However the fishery has slightly rebounded from last year’s historically low return rate. 2025 saw
Su-Valley Band Marched in the Capitol 50 Years Ago
Last weekend, the Nation celebrated its 250th Birthday by hosting parades across the country. But some Su-Valley alumni remember marching in a different parade, 50 years ago, during America’s Bicentennial
Denali Report for July 2nd, 2026
This week marks the the final days of climbing season. Although there are still climbers in the range, most of them are in the final days of their journey. KTNA’s
DNR to Transfer Land for Talkeetna Water Site
Two State-owned parcels on Front Street in Talkeetna will be transferred to the Mat-Su Borough to be used for water storage and a new well site, according to a Final
Denali Report for June 26th, 2026
Climbing season is winding down. KTNA’s Colleen Love has this week’s Denali Report. This is the Denali Report for Friday, June 26th, 2026. There are currently 981 climbers registered to
Trooper Post Discussions Continue in Trapper Creek
Two women were murdered in Trapper Creek in the summer of 2023. Since then, the Trapper Creek community has revived discussions to reinstate the Alaska State Trooper post. The Talkeetna
Teeth To The Wind - Talkeetna Skatepark Ramps Up
A skatepark in Talkeetna has been on the town’s wish list for almost a decade. The project has recently gained momentum, and this summer brought the first shredders to the