Thousands pack Menard Center for Trump rally, marking first-ever presidential event in Mat-Su
October 13, 2026
The rally was held in support of Republican election campaigns.
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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.
Old Knik River Bridge closed without warning after inspection flags damage
October 12, 2026
The 90-year-old bridge is used as a pedestrian and recreational vehicle path.
Rubeo wins three-way race for Wasilla mayor; incumbent council members reelected
October 12, 2026
Alina Rubeo will be sworn in as Wasilla Mayor Oct. 19.
Thousands expected at Trump rally, protest as Wasilla prepares for traffic delays, road closures
October 12, 2026
President Donald Trump is expected to arrive at Wasilla Airport by helicopter, then drive to the Menard Center in a motorcade.
Want to buy a caboose? City auction set for mid-October
October 09, 2026
"The caboose is in rough condition," city documents say.
Mat-Su Assembly pushes for school to start after Labor Day
October 08, 2026
A parent survey will go out before any changes are considered, school board members said.
Rubeo leads Wasilla mayoral race as Mat-Su cities report election results
October 06, 2026
In Palmer, Bruce Brown was ahead of Aundra “Omega” Jackson in a race for a one-year council seat
Large industrial, energy projects planned for leased UA land at Port MacKenzie
October 06, 2026
The lease is tied to a proposal for a coal plant near Skwentna and additional projects on borough port land.
The Q&As with 2026 candidates for Palmer, Wasilla and Houston City Councils
October 06, 2026
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