Talkeetna takes awards for beards and beers at the State Fair
Talkeetna took home top honors in a handful of competitions at the Alaska State Fair this weekend. Al Gallo took first place in the Colonist category of the Alaska State
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Hunting accident claims the life of a Trapper Creek man
An accidental discharge of a rifle during a hunting trip left a Trapper Creek man dead over the weekend. 26 year old Cody Parry of Trapper Creek was fatally wounded
Nelson found guilty for Trapper Creek shootings
A man accused of shooting and killing a Trapper Creek man, and shooting and injuring the man’s wife has been found guilty and sentenced this week.
Fishermen look for answers about ADF&G managment at meeting in Willow
At a public meeting about Fisheries Management drew a crowd to Willow on Wednesday to share their thoughts on fisheries management with The Commissioner of Alaska’s Department of Fish and
Dunleavy takes primary, measures 1 and 2 fall
Mike Dunleavy secured his spot as republican Senate candidate for Alaska’s District D in Tuesday’s primary election. Dunleavy took 58% of the vote, beating incumbent Linda Menard by 637 votes.
Cardboard Boat Regatta makes a splash
By Joe Page, photos by Jeff Robinson There was serious competition for the “Most Dramatic Sinking” award Saturday afternoon at Christiansen Lake during NSI’s 1st Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta.
Denali hiker mauled by Grizzly - First fatality in Park history
This weekend marked a tragic first for Denali National Park. On Friday, August 24th, three hikers near Toklat road camp made a discovery that would reveal the Park’s first bear
Incumbents face their challengers for House and Senate Primaries
Candidates for the Alaska legislature’s August 28th primary met in a Debate hosted by KSKA Radio and Alaska Public Television on Monday night. After redistricting approved earlier this year, Northern