Quilts of Valor Comforts Local Veterans
For a group of local quilters, Veteran’s Day is more than just an annual celebration. The Wasilla-based, Forget-Me-Not Quilters, stitch quilts all year long, in order to comfort and welcome
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Winter Revetment Repairs Begin
Residents can expect regular maintenance and repairs to the dike at the railroad bridge on the Talkeetna River. Western Construction began repairs to the shoreline this week, adding much needed
Talkeetna Recycling Committee Wins Award
The Talkeetna Recycling Committee was awarded $500 from Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Recycling, or ALPAR. Committee Chair Cici Schoenberger (SHOW-en-BUR-ger) says the organization supports recycling and litter prevention efforts
Local, State Election Updates
As of noon, most precincts had reported for the Mat-Su Borough, State, and National races. Voter turnout appears to be significantly higher this year than in 2023. About 42 percent
Second Suspect Implicated in Trapper Creek, Talkeetna Burglaries
A second suspect is identified in the Trapper Creek burglaries that occurred on October 15th. In addition, the two suspects appear to have also burglarized a location in Talkeetna the
Baldy Lake Developer Seeks Multi-Family Permit
The Baldy Lake Airpark Developer has requested a multi-family development permit through the Mat-su Borough Planning Department. It is an administrative permit issued for developments that meet certain specifications. Construction
Performing Arts Season Begins
This year’s Denali Arts Council Performing Arts Season will bring musicians, acrobats, athletes, and an LED puppet show to the Upper Valley. The season began on September 12th with the
One Citation Issued for Snow Violations Last Winter
According to a report from Mat-Su Borough Manager Mike Brown, 688 snow-related complaints were filed last winter. Only one case was escalated to code compliance after multiple violation notices were
Recreation Makes a Racket in Talkeetna
More recreation opportunities may be on the way to Talkeetna. The Paddle and Racket Committee is working to bring tennis, pickleball, and ping-pong to the area. Committee Chair Brad Hughes