Denali Report for May 16, 2025
This is the Denali Report for May 16, 2025 As of this week, there were 942 climbers registered to climb Denali and 30 people registered to attempt Mt. Foraker. There
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Mat-Su property tax bills to rise under newly approved budget despite lowered mill rates
By Amy Bushatz on May 14, 2025 Mat-Su property tax bills will increase by an average of $66 this year under an annual spending plan approved by the Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Two missing Talkeetna children found safe and sound
This is a developing story; we will continue to update as we get more information. Two missing Talkeetna juveniles were found safe and sound outside the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge at
Talkeetna Art Festival to host double the vendors from last year
Beginning in 2022, the Talkeetna Art Festival has invited artisan craft vendors from across the state to come to Talkeetna and sell goods. According to Denali Arts Council Executive Director
Mat-Su school board approves new ‘Choice’ diploma with reduced graduation requirements
By Amy Bushatz on May 8, 2025 PALMER – High school seniors in Mat-Su will be able to graduate with newly lowered academic requirements starting next year under a plan approved by the
Denali Report for May 9th, 2025
This is the Denali Report for May 9, 2025 There are 949 climbers registered to climb Denali this season and 26 of those have begun their climb. 28 people are
Denali Arts Council to host annual Mother's Day concert
Talkeetna has been putting on the Mother’s Day concert for over 25 years. According to Denali Arts Council Music Academy Director Sandy Shoulders, the event is a chance for various
Talkeetna Fire Department receives new firetrucks
According to Talkeetna Fire Department Chief Eric Chappel, response time is crucial when it comes to putting out fires. That’s why getting newer equipment every so often is important. Chappel
Free Mat-Su junk car removal available now -- until funding runs out
UPDATE: All slots for free junk vehicle disposal are full with the potential for more availability beginning July 1st, 2025. Property owners in Mat-Su can access free junk vehicle disposal