Contributed by Sharon Aubrey -
With all the potential New Year’s resolutions people make, often overlooked are the benefits of committing to reading a new book every month.
Coco
Contributed by Kelleigh Orthmann -
Coco is a handsome fluffy boy. He's young, shiny and full of joy. He has a big boy face, round and adorable.
Meet Yukon
Contributed by Angie Lewis -
Yukon loves rides in the car, playing, being pet, and sleeping in bed with his people. He does not like being on a leash, coming when called, and not much interested in learning tricks.
Meet Vanna
Contributed by Angie Lewis -
Vanna has been part of our rescue group for over two years now and is so anxious to have her own forever home.
From the Mat-Su Animal Care Shelter: Kelly
Contributed by Sue Fujimoto -
Kelly is an easygoing, 8-year-old, spayed female Mastiff. She is very friendly and playful.
A Christmas Miracle
Contributed by Vic Kohring
On Christmas Day, our family received the best gift ever when our missing furry friend – a kitty named Sampson – suddenly appeared on our front porch happily meowing his head off after being gone for over two weeks.
Dangers of Winter Weather for Your Dog
Contributed by Angie Lewis -
Winter can be a very dangerous time of year for your dog. There are a variety of weather-related issues that can cause major problems for your canine family member.
Why Should Mat-Su Care About Butte Air?-
Contributed by Jim Sykes -
Congratulations to the Butte Community on passing 2018 without clean air violations except for an odd one in early September! Mild and active weather, along with people burning drier wood, helped and we can celebrate this small but important victory.
Weight Loss Through Emotional Healing
Contributed by Winona Benson -
Have you ever downed an entire package of chips, crackers, or cookies? Ate pizza or cake until you felt sick? Drank more coffee or wine than your body wanted?
Plan, Shop, Save
Contributed by Julie Cascio -
Shopping for groceries at the store takes time. For me at least (my efficient husband is much faster.) Reading labels to find good nutritional value in the foods we will be eating is one part of my shopping. Another is to check for prices. But in this process, we have observed that food costs are continuing to rise.
What is CBD?
Contributed by Tony Delarm -
We’re hearing about it more and more! We walk by local shops that offer CBD Gummy Bears and ask, what is going on here?
No New Commandment
Contributed by Destiny Korchi-
Mattityahu (anglicized as Matthew) 19:16-21 is an interesting passage. The rich man wants to know how to enter into everlasting life, Yahushua (commonly referred to as Jesus) answers him with “…Guard the Commandments.” With 613 laws in the Torah, the rich man wanted to know if he had to obey all the laws that would apply to him
Well-Known Valley Business Under New Ownership
Contributed by Randi Perlman -
We are excited to announce that long-time Valley establishment, Steve’s Toyo Stove Repair, is now under new ownership! After eight years of keeping customers warm throughout our great state, we have passed the baton on to Mr. Drew Lay.
Reentry for Youth Saves Money and Lives
Contributed by Michael McKiernam
At a recent Reentry Summit hosted by the Valley Reentry Partners, Palmer Juvenile Detention Facility Superintendent, Theron Powell, and MY House Executive Director, Michelle Overstreet, teamed up for a panel discussion about Youth Reentry services.
32nd Annual Cabin Fever Reliever Festival
Contributed by Trapper Creek Cabin Fever Committee -
This indoor and outdoor event includes games for children and adults, a bonfire, hot food, a ski race, art and history exhibits, chili cook-off and a bake-off contest. Another big draw at this event is the raffle. Many raffle prizes worth thousands of dollars are donated from generous businesses.
Support Your Community at the Palmer Lions Club 52nd Annual Gun Show
Contributed by Ashley Kincaid -
The Lions Gun Show is the longest running gun show in Alaska. The show includes over 300 tables of vendors with hunting, fishing, shooting, trapping and much more.
Raffle Tickets Fundraiser
Contributed by Engen Sundberg -
A group of Alaska Association of Business Professionals of America members is planning to attend the BPA National Leadership Conference. We are currently working on one of the largest fundraisers of the year for this organization.
Scholarships Available to Help Mat-Su Residents Pursue Education in Health and Human Services
Contributed by Robin Minard -
Wasilla – Mat-Su residents are invited to apply for Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) academic scholarships that can be used to pay for higher education in health and human services.
Mat-Su College Welcomes Dr. Ralph Townsend as Northrim Bank Lecture Series Keynote Speaker
Contributed by Scott Taylor -
Palmer, AK, Jan 7, 2019 – On Tuesday, February 12, Mat-Su College will host Dr. Ralph Townsend, keynote speaker of the annual Northrim Bank Lecture Series.
Humidity and Your Guitar
Contributed by Todd Farnsworth
You’ve felt the effects of low humidity – perhaps dry, itchy skin, bloody noses, or general uncomfortableness. Now shift your attention to the guitar hanging on your wall (just please don’t tell me it’s part of your mantelpiece aesthetic) or sitting on the stand in the corner: it’s suffering just as much.