Sales Tax removed from special election ballot
The Mat Su Borough Assembly has voted to postpone a proposed sales tax ordinance in order to reassess the benefits to tax diversification.
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DNR starts public process for Susitna Area Plan
The Department of Natural Resources is revising land plans dealing with the Susitna Valley. Both the Susitna Area Plan and Susitna Forestry Guidelines are being examined.
2 vehicle accident closes Parks Highway
Willow EMS and Fire Services responded to a two-vehicle accident near Sheep Creek Lodge Sunday afternoon. Alaska State Troopers report that a 41 year old male from Anchorage was driving
Where's the ash?
When Mt. Redoubt blew its top late Sunday night, the Weather Service predicted ashfall would head to the Susitna Valley. Some of it did, coating Skwentna and places west of
Oosik Race brings in 337 competitors
The 9th annual Oosik Classic Ski Race held Saturday brought in 337 skiers from around the state. Bob and Meg Stehn, race result coordinators, raved about the spectacular day. They
Redoubt dialed down to Orange status
Mt. Redoubt erupted again Wednesday morning at 5:12. The plume from that event did not travel about 15 thousand feet above sea level. Another small event occurred at 10:17. The
Redoubt blows again
The AVO has told people that Redoubt will continue to be active OFF and ON for months. The volcano’s status was raised to Red again this morning after 2 large
The Chinooks are back
No, not the winds. The helicopters. They have been missing the past few years and they are back assisting Denali Park climbing rangers and doing high altitude training. Download Audio
Ashfall advisory cancelled
7:30 p.m. The ashfall advisory for the Susitna Valley has been cancelled. DEC’s air advisory is in effect until Tues. 10:00 AM. Talkeetna has no ashfall, but Trapper Creek’s minimal