Contributed by Ailis Vann -
This event takes place every Friday, from 10AM to 5PM, starting May 17 and running until August 16. Along with attractive historic sites and buildings, Palmer’s beautiful downtown district boasts an impressive array of shops and eateries year-round.

Contributed by Garry Forrester -
Some of the feedback we've received has been critical of the Board's timing and initial oversight of the script... we agree and accept some of the criticism. There were other factors that we won't discuss in a public forum.

Contributed by Faunus Doney -
The town of Palmer, Alaska is a sight to behold. It’s unparalleled beauty, coupled with its proximity to Anchorage, puts it in a unique position. It’s people, of course, are a sight to behold as well…

Angie Lewis, President of Alaska Animal Advocates -
It is hard to understand why anyone would get involved in dog fighting, but common reasons are greed – there can be a great deal of money to be made from just a single fight – as much as $20,000 to $30,000.

Contributed by Nan Potts -
When Valley Performing Arts purchased the licensing for the play, A Bunch of Amateurs, is unknown. That is privy to the Producer. It was scheduled to be VPA’s last performance of the 2019 season. Both the film and the play depict an aging actor who is washed up in Hollywood and gets a second chance when his agent books him in Shakespeare’s play, King Lear.

Contributed by Wes Keller -
Regardless of what you think, you have a worldview – everyone does. Worldview is defined as: The unique, particular, philosophy of life or conception of the world, developed in each person as a product of increasing knowledge and experience, to include your values and religion.

Contributed by Lawrence E. McGee -
Stewart lived in a tiny bedroom his father had built in the north end of the house’s attic and it was always chilly in there. The steam radiator would bang and hiss and gurgle, but not much heat came out.

Contributed by Cassi Campbell -
Matanuska-Susitna College is proud to announce the lineup for the 2019 Machetanz Arts Festival. This event is named in honor and memory of Fred and Sara Machetanz, who have been closely associated with the early years of Mat-Su College.

Contributed by Tony Delarm -
The average artist starts with a tube of glass, that is melted by a torch in the middle to begin the mouthpiece. As the glass cools, the artist can separate the tube into a “bulb” by actually breaking it in the weak point. This hole, that is shaped more like a cone now, is the beginning of the mouthpiece…

Contributed by Vic Kohring -
As I reflect back, I feel incredibly blessed that my parents moved us to Alaska from a Chicago suburb in 1963. I consider my childhood near-perfect, even though we endured our share of hardship.

Contributed by Katie Stark -
Last year’s bike rodeo was attended by more than 250 children and parents, according to event organizers. The rodeo is designed for riders of all ages, but is specifically targeted toward younger riders. There will be free snacks, refreshments, promotional items and other fun giveaways.

Contributed by Patti Fisher -
Meadow Lakes 25th Annual Week-long Spring Clean-Up begins on Monday May 13th…

Contributed by Glen Butts (The Dude) -
"Rally 2 the Ranch" motorcycle/automobile ride to shine a light into the darkness of addiction…

Contributed by Kate Stavick -
Maybe you thought you wouldn’t need a diploma to follow the path you wanted to pursue. There are many reasons people do not finish high school and earn their diploma.

Contributed by Huhnkie Lee -
A good ole friend of mine once told me, “You gotta pick a battle. Fight a good fight but pick and choose the one you can win.”

Contributed by Mary Beth Feldman -
Many local families are making the Country Fair at Saint Herman Orthodox Church a yearly tradition…

Locally-written poetry by people like you!