Field Trip: Dam studies on snow and ice
The proposal to build a Hydroelectric Dam on the Susitna River set wheels in motion that are becoming more and more visible as spring break-up approaches. The Alaska Energy Authority
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Current weather conditions not yet warm enough to prompt break-up
The River Forecast Center for the National Weather Service says that under current conditions the Susitna River is at low risk of break-up flooding. According to the hydrology forecast, a
Borough swaps for Point MacKenzie lands
The State of Alaska and the Mat Su Borrough have agreed to a land-swap to make way for the Point MacKenzie rail line right-of-way. Department of Natural Resources DNR issued
Trails and Parks have a sunny outlook this summer in Talkeetna
The Trails and Parks Advisory Committee for Talkeetna held a quarterly meeting on Wednesday to discuss upcoming developments for the area’s recreational opportunities. KTNA’s Lorien Nettleton has more: listen to
Land trust helps people set aside private property for conservation
Land conservation and smart growth issues are important to many people in the northern susitna valley, but not everyone want to see government-mandated zoning for preservation. One organization that assists
FEMA denies emergency funds to repair Talkeetna Dike
A request for federal disaster funding to repair the Talkeetna dike has been denied by the Federal Emergency Management Administration. The fund was one source of money the Borough had
Students engineer the perfect egg-drop
Last week Mat-Su Borough students swept the podium at the state Science Olympiad Tournament in Anchorage. A year of practice paid off for students from Mat-Su Career and Technical high
When will homes create all the power they use?
Saving money on home energy use is a common concern for residents of Alaska. Home heating and electricity is a cost-intensive task over the winter months, and a number of