Denali Report For May 2, 2025
This is the Denali Report for May 2, 2025 As of last week, there were 913 climbers registered to climb Denali this season and 26 registered to attempt Mt. Foraker.
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Proposed Waterbody Setback Changes Discussed at Special Meeting
Members of the Mat-Su Borough Assembly and the Waterbody Setback Advisory Board met this week to discuss the proposed changes to the waterbody setback legislation. The Board recommends a variety
Talkeetna Man Arrested for Outstanding Warrant
A wanted Talkeetna man was arrested at the Palmer Courthouse on Friday. Early last week, a warrant for John Stefanski’s arrest was issued after he violated the conditions of his
Talkeetna Man Wanted for Removing Ankle Monitor
Two Alaska State Troopers responded to Talkeetna last week for the report of an individual who removed their electronic ankle monitoring device. At the time, John Stefanski’s name could not
Mobile Recycling to Return to Talkeetna
Mobile recycling will return to Talkeetna this summer, with a few updates. Last summer was the first season the Talkeetna Recycling Committee attempted the pick-up program. Talkeetna Recycling Committee Chair
Susitna River ranked eighth most endangered river in America
Earlier this week, American Rivers released their yearly America’s Most Endangered Rivers list as part of their mission to protect rivers and raise awareness of their importance. Many rivers made
Talkeetna Revetment Repairs Cost More Than Anticipated
Repairs to the Talkeetna revetment last fall will cost the Borough more money. According to Mat-Su Borough Public Works Director Tom Adams, the project was rushed to get the maintenance
Matanuska-Susitna Borough votes to support a clear pathway for residency for Ukrainian refugees
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough adopted a resolution on April 15 asking state and federal agencies to provide Ukrainian refugees with a clear pathway for residency. Over 30 Ukrainian refugees living in
Technology a Focus for Planning Department
The Mat-Su Borough Planning Department presented their proposed budget at the Assembly’s special budget meeting this week, including technology improvements completed to date with a focus for continuing those efforts