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Members of Teamsters Local 959 strike outside the Durham School Services bus barn
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District

Mat-Su school bus strike to continue as students return from spring break

March 13, 2026

More contract negotiations between the workers' union and bus contractor are set for next week.

(Photo courtesy of Bright Lights Book Project)
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (March 13-15): Ski, golf, ice and books

March 12, 2026

The weekend weather is expected to be cold and bright -- and perfect for this parade of fun activities across the region.

A dog team takes off at the Iditarod Trail Race restart in Willow, Alaska.
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (March 6-8): Iditarod, music, markets and winter fun

March 05, 2026

Here's a feast of free ways for locals to have fun all weekend long.

Colony High School drama students perform in "Newsies" at the Glenn Massay theater
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Feb. 26: Newsies, stargazing, ice fishing and free music

February 26, 2026

What you need to know: * The weekend includes both free community events and ticketed performances, offering activities for families, music lovers and outdoor enthusiasts across the Mat-Su. * Colony Drama’s “Newsies” continues at the Glenn Massay Theater in Palmer, Black Birch Books hosts a free Fourth Friday Open Mic

Public Notices

PUBLIC NOTICE: Sheep Mountain Lodge LLC beverage dispensary license application

February 19, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: Sheep Mountain Lodge LLC is making an application for a new Beverage Dispensary License (BDL) AS 04.09.200 liquor license doing business as Sheep Mountain Lodge, located at 17701 W Glenn Hwy, Sutton, AK 99674 . Interested persons should submit written comment to their local governing body, the

Young hockey players participate in the Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Feb. 19-22): Dogs, ice, music and arts

February 19, 2026

Whether you’re feeling sporty or in the mood for some arts, Mat-Su is the place to be this weekend.

Teams line up for the 2025 Iron Dog. (Courtesy of Iron Dog/Tracy Try Photography)
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Feb. 12-15): Iron Dog, books and valentines

February 12, 2026

Find love by spending time with your community across Mat-Su.

Children play at the Talkeetna Ice Festival
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Feb. 5-8): Ice festival, hockey, music and art

February 05, 2026

What you need to know: * Winter events across the Mat-Su: Despite winter lingering, the Mat-Su Valley offers a packed weekend lineup, including the Talkeetna Ice Festival, a major state prep hockey championship, a juried high school art show and multiple live music performances. * Weekend highlights include the Hatcher

Participants get ready for the Willow Winter Carnival outhouse races.
What to do in Mat-Su

What to do in Mat-Su (Jan. 29-Feb. 1): Carnival, music, saunas & farm show

January 29, 2026

If you’re looking for a quiet weekend, look elsewhere.

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