Alaska Long Trail Comment Period Open
The feasibility study of the Alaska Long Trail, a proposed 500-mile path that stretches from Seward to Fairbanks, is underway. Alaska Trails, a local non-profit organization, proposed the project using
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Firearms Grant Takes Shape
A firearms training grant, proposed by District 7 Assembly Member Ron Bernier and adopted in the 2025 fiscal year budget in May, now has a scope and general plan. The
Road Work Coming to Trapper Creek
At their meeting this week, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly approved nearly $197,000 for improvements to Oilwell Road and to repair East Devonshire Drive in Trapper Creek. Dirtworks is the contractor
Planning Commission Discusses Mobile Home Parks
Mobile home parks were the legislative topic at Monday’s Planning Commission meeting. Assembly Member Yundt requested repeal of the existing legislation saying it’s burdensome and hinders the expansion of affordable
Alaskan Climbers come through for team whose gear was stolen
For three Japanese climbers, their Alaska dream seemed to end the day they landed in Anchorage. The climbers, known as Subaru, Genya and Tora, had three backpacks full of mountaineering
Assembly to Discuss Land Sales
The 2024 Competitive Bid Land Sale will be discussed at Tuesday’s Assembly meeting. A parcel of land located on South Red Tail Road in Talkeetna is on the list. The
Waterbody Setback Board Discusses Recommendations
The Mat-Su Borough Waterbody Setback Advisory Board met last Tuesday to discuss recommendations for updates to the legislation. The goal for the legislation has always been to protect waterbody habitats,
Mat-Su Health Foundation Supports Projects in Upper Valley
Members of the Mat-Su Health Foundation gathered for their annual meeting this week. A main topic of discussion was the 2023 annual report and how the Foundation is tackling high
No Fish Stocking for Benka This Year
Public access has been restored to Benka Lake with a temporary injunction. But Alaska Department of Fish and Game, or ADF&G, confirm there will be no fish stocking in the