Alaska Railroad holds open houses
The Alaska Railroad held open houses to discuss projects across the state this coming year. There aren’t any large projects planned for the near Talkeetna area, but AKRRs Tom Brooks
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Recycling center opens but still leaves question of recycling at transfer stations
The grand opening of the Valley Community for Recycling Solutions next to the Borough landfill in Wasilla saw over 150 people gather for a ribbon cutting. Talkeetna residents are still
Morning news cast - Wednesday, January 12
KTNA’s news, announcements and Denali Echoes, hosted by Diana Haecker. Local news headlines: Larry DeVilbiss wins mayoral election, according to unofficial results; Borough animal care rescues 157 malnourished dogs; Accident
Dog breeder arrested for animal cruelty
RESCUED— A newborn pup rests at the Mat-Su Animal shelter after having been rescued along with 156 other dogs of all ages from dog breeder Frank Rich. Photo courtesy of
Burgener trial begins Tuesday
The trial of Mary Joe Burgener, formerly of Talkeetna, is set to begin tomorrow morning in Palmer Court. Burgener is accused of taking her child out of state and not
Mat Su CVB holds mayor candidate forum
Friday, the public had one last chance to hear from Borough mayoral candidates. A full hour was taken to ask questions and get information from 4 of the 8 candidates
Morning Newscast - Tuesday, January 11, 2011
KTNAs morning news, weather forecast, Denali echos, announcements for January 11th. Host is Will Peterson. Headlines – Borough animal care deals with 130 dead or emaciated dogs on a property
Susitna council wants DOT to reconsider Parks Highway clear cutting
A state Department of Transportation project designer stood question and answer during the last Susitna Community Council meeting regarding the planned clear cutting and road resurfacing projects on the Parks
Local residents come out of 2 car accident unscathed
The Alaska State Troopers and Talkeetna EMS responded to an early morning accident on the Parks Highway at milepost 91 of the Parks Highway. The accident happened just before 7