No Public Input for Multi-Family Developments
There is still no process for public input for multi-family development permits in the Mat-Su Borough. The Assembly voted against a new ordinance proposed by District 1 Assemblymember Tim Hale
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Proposed Bill Would Allow for Automatic Approval of Some Renewable Energy Projects
Electric utility rates are approved through the Regulatory Commission of Alaska, or RCA. A new pre-filed bill in the State legislature proposes that any project for renewable energy would not
New Recycled Plastic Products Coming to Alaska
Plastic that can’t be taken in the Mat-Su Borough’s regular recycling program usually gets tossed in the trash. But Alaska Plastic Recovery had been collecting those misfit plastics at various
Christmas Bird Count Volunteers Tally 267 Birds
During this year’s Christmas Bird Count, there were a few surprises. Twenty-seven volunteers braved the wind and low temperatures to get those birds counted. Collectively, they traveled 70 miles and
No Tree Cutting in State ROWs
It’s common to see someone with a chainsaw and a trailer right along the roadside cutting trees and loading them up. But according to Alaska Department of Transportation and Public
Potential Talkeetna Trooper Post Update
At this week’s Talkeetna Community Council meeting, Commissioner James Cockrell spoke about the potential for a new Trooper post in Talkeetna. And about the challenges of patrolling the Upper Valley
Pantry Stretched Thin With SNAP Delays
The Upper Susitna Food Pantry has become somewhat of a lifeline for Upper Valley residents, especially since the State of Alaska is not processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP,
Trapper Creek Community Council Elections Open Now
Trapper Creek Community Council elections are happening now. Seven candidates are running to fill six seats. Council president Jason Kresge will remain in office for another year to fulfill a
Obituary for Dan Elliott
Submitted by Will Elliott Former Talkeetna and Chase community resident Dan Elliott died unexpectedly December 21st, 2024 at Mat-Su Regional Hospital, Alaska. Daniel Bartlett Elliott II was born September 18th,