Local Democrat Runs for House District 30
Edited on Sept. 14 Local voters will find Talkeetna Democrat Sandra Loomis on their ballot on November 3rd. She’s running against
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Hydroponic and Community Gardens Feed Local Residents
The Upper-Susitna Food Pantry in Talkeetna has created a hydroponic operation that, along with a Community Garden, is feeding a number
Local Politician Spotlight
Talkeetna Republican Ryan Sheldon is advancing to the General Election on Nov. 3. He’s the only candidate from the community running
New Book Recounts the First All-Woman Ascent of Denali
Author, Cassidy Randall, is on tour to promote her book Thirty Below. Randall spoke about the book at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Sheep Creek Lodge Faces Hardship
A local institution, Sheep Creek Lodge, faces catastrophic business struggles. Trouble arrived when a septic tank on their property failed on August
Assembly Accepts Grant for Talkeetna Airstrip Revetment Repairs
The Talkeetna Airmen’s Association is working with the Mat-Su Borough for repairs to the Village Airstrip revetment.
Talkeetna Skatepark Receives AARP Grant
The Talkeetna Skatepark has received an $11,000 Community Challenge grant from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). Since its debut
Sandhill Cranes Arrive in Trapper Creek
Sandhill cranes have already arrived at the Dale Saunders Crane Sanctuary, a bit ahead of schedule, before their long journey to California.
Bradley Road Bridge to be Constructed in 2027
Funding for Trapper Creek’s Bradley Road Bridge was approved at last week’s Mat-Su Borough Assembly meeting.