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The Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) recently welcomed Kathryn Swartz to its team in the position of executive assistant.
Ways To Survive The Holidays
Contributed by Hillary Saffran -
Ah, the holiday season. Whether you honor a particular faith or no religious viewpoint at all, the holiday season has descended upon you nevertheless.
Read moreA Multitude Of Memorable Multicolored Mittens
Contributed by Rosemary Vavrin -
The Northern Lights Valley Knitters will focus on a special "A Multitude of Memorable Multicolored Mittens" at their Saturday, Nov. 19th meeting.
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Biker Elves Toy Drive
Contributor by Glenn Butts (The Dude) -
Biker Elves are at it again. We will be collecting toys for the Matsu Special Santa program for the Toys for Tots.
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Traditions Originated From Veterans' Need, Grief: Alaska Older Veterans Report
Contributed by Major Mike Dryden, AVN USAR Retired -
The People’s Paper recognizes and honors veterans every day for their service to our nation. But on Veterans Day, November 11, special thanks are needed.
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Bright Up The Night Returns To The Fair
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The Alaska State Fair will once again “Bright Up the Night” with its holiday lights display!
Read moreCelebrating The Joys Of Christmas With The Mat-Su Community Chorus
Contributed by Nan Potts -
With the tricks and treats of Halloween behind us and the festive gatherings of Thanksgiving and Christmas looming, someone asked me, "What's your greatest joy of Christmas?"
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360 ALLSTARS: The Circus Has Been Reinvented
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Alaska Junior Theater (AJT) presents 360 ALLSTARS, Saturday, December 3rd at 7:30 p.m. in the Atwood Concert Hall.
Read moreCommunity Christmas Celebration: Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Live Music, Cookie Decoration And So Much More!
Contributed by The Boardwalk Gals -
On Saturday, December 3rd, The Boardwalk Shop invites you to help us bring our friends, families and neighbors together for a day filled with community celebration while focusing on supporting those in need.
Read moreColony Christmas 2016
Contributed by Susan Fouch -
Save the Date! The community of Palmer is proud to bring you Colony Christmas 2016!
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Mat-Su Schools Foundation Awards Eight Grants
Contributed by Paul Morley, Mat-Su Schools Foundation -
The Mat-Su Schools Foundation awarded seven grants to MSBSD teachers. Two of the grants were partially funded by David Clawson through the Adobe Volunteer program.
Read moreThe Stay-At-Home-Mom Guide To Stock Market Investing
Contributed by Larissa Peltier -
Tax time. Entering the tax office, I lead my toddler to the kid friendly corner. By the time I sat down, my husband and the tax preparer were already through the basics, my husband’s W2 form and the kid’s social security numbers.
Read more7.19 Celebration
Contributed by A. Tucci -
Every year, on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, my family and I attend an amazing fireworks display in downtown Palmer.
Read moreHam Radio In The Valley
Contributed by Don Bush, KL7JFT -
The winter months are beginning and it’s time to look to some nice inside activities.
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Together We Can!
Contributed by Michael Consalo -
For most of us, the holiday season is a time to celebrate. We surround ourselves with loved ones and a sense of "care" enters the air like a wind off the mountains.
Read moreHighlights From Fair’s 80th Birthday: Attendance, Concert Sales, Monster Trucks And More
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The Alaska State Fair celebrated its 80th birthday at the 2016 event, which took place August 25th–September 5th at the fairgrounds in Palmer.
Read moreYellow Dock
Contributed by Dori Cranmore RN -
The wild leafy plant, yellow dock (Rumex crispus), is found growing throughout the world and belongs to the buckwheat family.
Read moreNanita's Rules
Poetry contributed by Nan Potts.
Read moreIce Castles On The Green!
Contributed by Carmen Summerfield -
Colony Christmas is an old fashioned three-day celebration of Christmas past and present in Palmer that features horse-drawn sleigh rides, reindeer, gingerbread houses and holiday carolers.
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Elf: The Musical
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Buddy, a young orphan mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole.
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