Visitors return to Talkeetna, but it's not business as usual
In 2020, Covid-19 shook up the local economy. Early in the year, businesses shut down. Last summer saw a partial re-opening, and this year things may appear like they’re “back
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Fish and Game shuts down salmon fishing on Larson Creek
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has shut down all salmon fishing on Larson Creek. According to a statement by Fish and Game on Monday, about half of the
Governor Dunleavy calls special legislative session for August 16th
The next special session of the Alaska Legislature has been set to begin on August 16th. Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a proclamation on Thursday laying out the start date and
Rusty Tussock Moth caterpillars reported eating up blueberry patches, but it's probably temporary
As blueberry picking season approaches, some Northern Susitna Valley residents have noted with alarm that many of the plants that should be producing fruit are instead lacking not only berries,
Denali season wraps up for 2021
Zero. That is the current number of climbers attempting to summit Denali, which means the season is officially over. On Saturday, the National Park Service shared some statistics from 2021,
After six days and a search that reads like an adventure novel, dog and owner are reunited
A man who had been visiting Talkeetna and his missing dog were reunited after six days of separation. Jonathan Baugher arrived at Talkeetna RV for a weekend of camping on
Sunshine Clinic leaders outline new initiatives and path forward
Near the end of May, Randall Kowalke took over as interim CEO of Sunshine Community Health Center. Shortly afterwards, Dr. Paul Forman was named as the chief medical officer. Both
Army Corps of Engineers and Mat-Su Borough say local input is very important for potential flood control project
For residents of Downtown and East Talkeetna, the convergence of the three rivers has long been a source of livelihood and recreation. At the same time, floods pose a substantial
New assistant base camp manager reflects on first year on Denali
The Kahiltna Base Camp was disassembled last week, signaling the end of the 2021 climbing season on Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Kahiltna is the name of the glacier