King Salmon Numbers Still Down in 2026
King salmon are making a bleak appearance in the Upper-Susitna river drainage again this year. However the fishery has slightly rebounded from last year’s historically low return rate. 2025 saw
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Su Valley Voice for July 9, 2026: Talkeetna Pride
This week on Su Valley Voice, host Phillip Manning spoke with Kellie Laurson and Hannah Petrich, members of the Talkeetna Pride committee, about this year’s event. Talkeetna Pride will take
Su-Valley Band Marched in the Capitol 50 Years Ago
Last weekend, the Nation celebrated its 250th Birthday by hosting parades across the country. But some Su-Valley alumni remember marching in a different parade, 50 years ago, during America’s Bicentennial
Denali Report for July 2nd, 2026
This week marks the the final days of climbing season. Although there are still climbers in the range, most of them are in the final days of their journey. KTNA’s
Denali Report for June 26th, 2026
Climbing season is winding down. KTNA’s Colleen Love has this week’s Denali Report. This is the Denali Report for Friday, June 26th, 2026. There are currently 981 climbers registered to
Local Workshops Combine Jazz Music and Painting
This story was produced as part of KTNA’s Community Journalism Program. Jazz and art workshops with Rocco John and Denise FuscoIavacone are almost an annual tradition at Denali Arts Council.
Teeth To The Wind - Talkeetna Skatepark Ramps Up
A skatepark in Talkeetna has been on the town’s wish list for almost a decade. The project has recently gained momentum, and this summer brought the first shredders to the
Talkeetna's Wildwood Playground Set to Reopen
Talkeetna’s Wildwood Playground is scheduled to re-open to the public this weekend. The popular playground has been temporarily closed for maintenance. After a recent inspection by Borough Recreation Services, it
Investigative Report Finds Multiple Issues with Borough Animal Control
The Mat-Su Borough has released the investigative report regarding the response of the Animal Control Division in the Caswell Lakes Animal Cruelty Case. The report was conducted by both Richard