Stubbs – A cat who served as the honorary mayor of Talkeetna, Alaska, for 20 years.
Stubbs was one of the most charming oddities in small-town American history — a cat who truly became mayor. Here’s his story:
Origins
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Stubbs was born in 1997 and was adopted as a kitten by Lauri Stec, the manager of Nagley’s General Store in Talkeetna, Alaska (a quirky little town of around 900 people).
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He got his name because he had no tail, just a stub.
Becoming "Mayor"
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In 1997, the town reportedly had a write-in election for mayor. Disenchanted with the human candidates, locals jokingly put Stubbs on the ballot.
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Though it wasn’t an official government position (Talkeetna is technically unincorporated and doesn’t require a mayor), Stubbs was embraced as the town’s honorary mayor.
Life as Mayor
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Stubbs spent much of his time at Nagley’s General Store, greeting tourists and locals.
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He became famous for drinking catnip-infused water out of a wine glass at the local restaurant.
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Tourists from around the world visited Talkeetna just to see him, boosting the town’s economy.
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Media outlets worldwide covered the story of the feline mayor, making him a global sensation.
Legacy
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Stubbs served as honorary mayor for 20 years, from 1997 until his passing in July 2017 at age 20.
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The town celebrated his life, noting he brought humor, pride, and plenty of visitors to Talkeetna.
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Even after his passing, Stubbs is remembered as one of the most famous cats in America.
🐾 He wasn’t just a cat in a quirky role — Stubbs became a symbol of small-town charm and how communities can rally around something fun and unusual.
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