Borough Continues Junk Car Removal Program
Junk cars have been a hot topic in the Mat-Su Borough in the last few years. So much that the Borough has extended a popular junk car removal program through
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Sourdough for the Upper Valley
Sourdough is a term used to describe someone who has been in Alaska for a long time. But the food also has been a staple in Alaskan camps, backpacks, and
Safer Streets a Priority for Mat-Su
A new Comprehensive Safety Action Plan is underway in the Mat-Su Borough core area. What it means for residents throughout the Borough is that safer streets are a priority. While
Assembly Supports Ending West Su Access in Point MacKenzie
The Mat-Su Borough Assembly approved a resolution to support an earlier iteration of the proposed West Susitna Access Road that terminates in the Point MacKenzie area. But the latest version
Court Denies Reconsideration Again for Comsat Quarry
For the second time, the Alaska Superior Court denied the State’s request for reconsideration in the Comsat Quarry case. The Court initially handed down a judgement in April in favor
New Sled Dog Race for Upper Valley
Sled dog racing, or mushing, has a long history in the Upper Susitna Valley. The inaugural Su Dog 300, a new race, is set for January 25th, 2025. Board Chair
Susitna River Coalition is Under New Leadership
Longtime Talkeetna resident, Melis Coady, took the helm of The Susitna River Coalition on August 1st. Coady has worked as the Director of the Alaska Avalanche School for past eight
Citizen Firearm Training Contractor Selected
Firearms training for Borough residents will likely begin in September. Phalanx Academy, L-L-C, is the selected contractor for the training. Proposed by Borough District 7 Assemblymember Ron Bernier, funding for
Primary Voting August 20th
Alaska Primaries for the General Election will be Tuesday, August 20th. Polling locations throughout the State will be open from 7 am through 8 pm. All mail-in absentee ballots must