Crews finish emergency river repairs as property owners turn to clean-up
June 27, 2025
State crews finished fixes on the second Matanuska River breach site late Thursday afternoon.
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Library demolition to start soon as city receives $4.7 million insurance payout
June 27, 2025
The project is set to start next week.
Second breach confirmed in Matanuska River flooding near Butte
June 25, 2025
Crews are installing large rock to repair the sections and halt the flow of water towards the highway.
Wasilla wants residents to weigh in on overhaul plan for Nunley Park
June 24, 2025
The proposal is open for public feedback through July.
Crews move toward critical Matanuska riverbank repairs in Butte
June 23, 2025
Revetment repairs were expected to begin Tuesday.
Annual free fair in Wasilla aims to connect Mat-Su residents with local resources
June 23, 2025
The fair will bring about 100 local nonprofits to Wonderland Park on June 27.
Flood advisory issued as emergency repairs begin along Matanuska River in Butte
June 22, 2025
State crews began emergency repairs Sunday to halt the flooding.
Matanuska River receding following levee breach in Butte
June 21, 2025
The water impacted several homes and business and came within feet of the roadway.
Mat-Su Assembly expands residents' role in major utility projects
June 19, 2025
The new rules add more public input and a new project appeals process.