Contributed by Dawn Paulson -

Alaska takes “first place” in many things.

Contributed by Heidi Scheie -

Wasilla’s own Just Imagine Toys will be one of hundreds of retailers across the country celebrating Neighborhood Toy Store Day on November 10, 2018.

Contributed by Debra McGhan -

Hatcher Pass, nestled in the Talkeetna Mountains north of Palmer, offers the perfect playground for snow lovers from around the state.

PRESS RELEASE from Alaska Celtic Pipes & Drums -

Alaska Celtic Pipes & Drums will be performing double-duty, playing their part in the “Battle’s Over”, an international commemoration marking 100 years since the guns fell silent at the end of World War I.

Contributed by Michelle Overstreet, Executive Director of MY House -

On Friday, November 9th, Valley Radio Q-99.7 and MY House will team up for a radio broadcast that changes young lives in our community.

Contributed by Stephany Jeffers -

As a little girl, my mom always warned me about the phrase, “Somebody should…”

Contributed by Carolyn “Care” Clift, Libertarian Candidate for Lt. Governor -

There are four teams running for governor this year, in 2018.

Contributed by Tim Hale -

I love where I live. I’ve got just over two acres outside of Palmer in a great little neighborhood.

Contributed by Wes Keller -

Naiveté is cute, even endearing ... in children. It is embarrassing in adults.

Contributed by Randall Hoffbeck -

Even though I am a numbers guy, I realize that numbers don’t make good campaign slogans.

Contributed by Debra Call -

Over the last several years, we have continually heard devastating reports about crime in Alaska.

Contributed by Bill Johnson -

The US has the most expensive healthcare in the world. The cost of healthcare in Alaska is second only to Massachusetts.

Contributed by Eileen Patterson -

KNOCK, KNOCK, KNOCK. I set my shoulders back, suck in my stomach, take a deep breath and wait.

Contributed by Annette Johnson -

Joe and Melanie Trost live in Palmer, Alaska, along with their two amazing kiddos and beloved pets. In February 2018, Joe was diagnosed with acute T-cell lymphoblastic

Contributed by Country Fair Coordinators Amber French & Kristin Sperling -

The Richardson Spouses’ Club Country Fair is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Saturday, November 3rd at Buckner Fitness Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson from 10:00AM to 5:00PM.

Contributed by Kourtney Shannon -

The Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace is a one-stop holiday shopping extravaganza for Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley.

Contributed by Nick McDermott -

Alaska Junior Theater is excited to bring Black Violin back to Anchorage for the first two nights of November.

PRESS RELEASE from Alaska State Fair, Inc. -

Like Halloween? Love great beer? Then don’t miss the Mighty Monster Boo Fest (aka Mighty Matanuska Brewfest) at the Alaska State Fair!

Contributed by Valerie Barber -

The local Monday Market at the Palmer Depot is the place to be to pick up locally-sourced goods, and now will also include fresh-baked goods for sale and special-order.