Jacob Mann

United States

Multimedia Journalist at Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman

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Articles

Annual Shop with a Cop event supports local families

Dec 9, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

The 2024 Shop with a Cop event was at the Walmart Supercenter in Wasilla Sunday, Dec. 8. This annual community-oriented event gave local families in need the chance to get Christmas presents for their households while interacting with local law enforcement officers, first responders, and other community organization representatives. kAmp 56D:8?2E65 2C62 @7 (2=>2CEVD @FE5@@C D64E:@?
Community members make cards for veterans

Nov 28, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

Various community members joined with Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals South Central Alaska Chapter members at Mat-Su Title Wednesday, Nov. 20 to make Christmas cards for local seniors. Participants were able to enjoy an evening of free refreshments and plenty of materials to make custom cards that will be delivered to citizens residing in the Alaska Veterans and Pioneer Home in Palmer.
Mat-Su College hosts annual Veterans Day ceremony

Nov 11, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

The 2024 Veterans Day Tribute drew a sizable crowd at the Glenn Massay Theater Monday, Nov. 11. Mat-Su College hosts this annual event each year to honor all branches of the military for their service.
Alaska State Fair announces new holiday event

Oct 23, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

The Alaska State Fair recently announced the creation of a new and upcoming holiday event, the Yuletide Festival. Fair staff have partnered with The Christmas Factory to introduce this Christmas themed celebration designed for all ages to the community. kAm“xE’D :?
‘This is a pretty magical place to be’: Alaska State Fair CEO reflects on 2024 season

Oct 17, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

The 2024 Alaska State Fair season showcased several notable milestones. According to Alaska State Fair CEO Jeff Curtis, the overall attendance reached an all-time high this year. There were 370,485 fairgoers, which was nearly 4,000 more than last year's total number.
Weird Al set to perform during 2025 Alaska State Fair season

Oct 8, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

The Alaska State Fair recently announced its first confirmed 2025 concert series performance. Weird Al Yankovic is set to perform at the Borealis Theatre Sunday, Aug. 17 at 6 p.m.kAmp=2D<2 $E2E6 u2:C rt~ y677 rFCE:D D2:5 E92E :E’D 8C62E E@ D92C6 E96 ?6HD 23@FE E96:C 7:CDE 4@?7:C>65 4@?46CE 7@C E96 a_ad D62D@?]k^AmkAm“xE ;FDE 255D E@ E96 6I4:E6>6?E[” rFCE:D D2:5]k^AmkAm(6:C5 p= :D 2 >FD:4 :4@? <?@H?
Palmer man charged in gas station murder returns to court

Sep 12, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

Isaac Beshaw, a 22-year-old Palmer man, has been charged with first-degree murder after confessing to shooting and killing 22-year-old Steven Williams at the Speedway Express gas station in downtown Palmer. Breshaw, who was arraigned on Sept. 3, will make another appearance in court Sept. 13. kAmp44@C5:?8 E@ 4@FCE 5@4F>6?ED[ !2=>6C !@=:46 s:DA2E49 H2D ?@E:7:65 @7 2 A@DD:3=6 D9@@E:?8 2E E96 $A665H2J 82D DE2E:@? :? !2=>6C 2C@F?5 `aic_ 2]>] $6AE] a]k^AmkAm(96? !2=>6C !@=:46 s6A2CE>6?E @77:46CD 2CC:G65 @?
VPA starting season 49 with ‘The Island of Dr. Libris’

Sep 12, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

Valley Performing Arts is kicking off its 49th season with a local adaptation of “The Island of Dr. Libris,” a comedic adventure play based on Chris Grabenstein's 2015 best selling novel of the same. VPA Executive Director Jenna Worley said this production will be entertaining for the whole family. kAm“%96C6VD =@ED @7 :>28:?2E:@? 2?5 492C24E6CD :?G@=G65[” (@C=6J D2:5] “xEVD 2 8C62E D62D@? @A6?6C E92E 6G6CJ@?6 ?665D E@ 4@>6 2?5 D66]”k^AmkAmq6=@H :D 2 56D4C:AE:@?
Palmer man charged in gas station murder returns to court Friday

Sep 12, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

Isaac Beshaw, a 22-year-old Palmer man, has been charged with first-degree murder after confessing to shooting and killing 22-year-old Steven Williams at the Speedway Express gas station in downtown Palmer. Breshaw, who was arraigned on Sept. 3, will make another appearance in court Sept. 13. kAmp44@C5:?8 E@ 4@FCE 5@4F>6?ED[ !2=>6C !@=:46 s:DA2E49 H2D ?@E:7:65 @7 2 A@DD:3=6 D9@@E:?8 2E E96 $A665H2J 82D DE2E:@? :? !2=>6C 2C@F?5 `aic_ 2]>] $6AE] a]k^AmkAm(96? !2=>6C !@=:46 s6A2CE>6?E @77:46CD 2CC:G65 @?
2024 Freedom Flag Run promotes patriotic participation

Sep 9, 2024 | frontiersman.com | Jacob Mann

The 49th State Street Rodders hosted the 2024 Freedom Flag Run 9/11 Twin Towers Memorial Car Show Saturday, September 7. This was a chance for vehement vehicle enthusiasts to come together to honor the lives lost during the 9/11 terrorist attack while sharing their passion for just about anything with an engine. kAmuC665@> u=28 #F? A2CE:4:A2?ED DE2865 E96:C G69:4=6D 2E (2D:==2 w:89 $49@@= 2?5 56A2CE65 @?

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