Free Radon Test Kits Available
January is National Radon Action Month, an effort through the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys. According to AGGS Alaska Radon Program Manager
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Borough says Talkeetna water safe after pressure loss
On Friday night, the Talkeetna Water System experienced a loss in pressure due to a mechanical issue, according to Amanda Fleming with the Mat-Su Borough. Water service was restored, but
Alaska Railroad Responds to Northern Deep Freeze
The Alaska Railroad has announced that the Aurora Winter Train will NOT operate January 3–4, 2026, due to extreme winter temperatures between Denali National Park and Fairbanks. Temperatures this weekend are
Effort underway to bring back conservation district
The Upper Susitna Soil and Water Conservation District has been without a board of supervisors or active membership for a number of years. Area resident Mark Gutman has a
Recovery Funds Available for Residents
Mat-Su Borough residents are eligible to apply for recovery funds for damages related to the recent windstorms through the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. According to Borough
Ram Wrestlers Lock Horns at State Tournament
Two Susitna Valley wrestlers battled the top grapplers in Alaska last weekend. The high school athletes competed in the Division 2 State Championship, held at the Alaska Airlines Center in
Borough Library Board Leadership to Change in January
The Borough Library Board advises the Borough Manager and Assembly on library operations, policies, and long-term planning, according to the Borough website. They also review budgets, recommend new programs, and
Upper Valley Board Vacancies Not for Lack of Applicants
Several boards with vacant positions in the Upper Valley have multiple applicants, including the Caswell-Willow Fire Service Area and Caswell Lakes Road Service Area. But some seats will remain vacant
Borough Hazard Mitigation Plan Updated
An abbreviated update to the Mat-Su Borough’s Hazard Mitigation Plan is being forwarded to the Assembly after recommendation from the Planning Commission. According to Borough Floodplain Administrator and Planner Taunnie