Denali Base camp gets lift from Army Chinook Helicopters
Aviators from the U.S. Army Alaska Aviation Task Force based out of Fort Wainwright have been assisting the National Park Service for the last week by flying in equipment
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Cold Spring Keeps Break-Up on Hold
The National Weather Service River Forecast Center is keeping an eye on chaining temperature conditions that will play a role in how rivers around the state break-up for spring. Hydrologist
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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Special “20+” programming on April 25th only… Voices from our community throughout the day, including: Live music at 3 o’clock Live Storynory & Mory at 7 pm A conversation
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