Mat-Su property tax bills to rise under newly approved budget
May 14, 2025
The tax bump is tied to an increase in area property values.
Amy Bushatz
Amy Bushatz is the founder and editor of Mat-Su Sentinel. An experienced journalist, she is the former Executive Editor of Military.com. She lives near Palmer with her family.
Drivers can expect rough spots off Seward Meridian as major road work continues
May 13, 2025
The rough access spots are part of a widening project.
You're invited to the 2025 LINKS resource fair
May 12, 2025
The fair brings together a wide range of nonprofits, service providers and organizations.
Mat-Su trail users must restrain four-legged friends -- or risk a citation, officials say
May 12, 2025
The message is part of a new outreach campaign inspired by a user complaint.
Mat-Su school board approves new ‘Choice’ diploma with reduced graduation requirements
May 08, 2025
The diploma will be available to students enrolled in the Mat-Su Central homeschool program.
Mat-Su to weigh all-day phone ban for students across district
May 07, 2025
The ban includes phone use during lunch and passing periods.
Free Mat-Su junk car removal available now -- until funding runs out
May 05, 2025
The program serves properties throughout Mat-Su with no location restrictions.
The Palmer Public Library won’t get a new building until 2027
May 02, 2025
Construction on the new 20,000-square-foot facility is expected to take up to 18 months.
Wasilla council appoints new member after uncontested interview
April 30, 2025
Wasilla resident Mark Schmidt will fill the seat until the October election.