State troopers in Mat-Su to vacate Palmer headquarters by mid-2028
January 12, 2026
The Alaska state troopers Detachment B headquarters will be relocated to a more centralized area of Mat-Su, officials said.
New Sutton shooting range aims to curb lawlessness, but some worry it will bring new woes
January 07, 2026
The range is planned for a portion of Jonesville Public Use Area.
State plans turn-blocking medians for Parks Highway in Wasilla
January 05, 2026
The updates are designed to improve traffic flow and safety along the corridor.
The best and most impactful Mat-Su stories of 2025
December 30, 2025
Looking back at the 2025 news stories with the biggest impact.
4th windstorm this month slams Mat-Su with hurricane-force gusts
December 29, 2025
Forecasters expect the weather pattern to shift within a week, potentially ending the string of storms.
Mat-Su eyes longer classes, fewer teachers for sixth graders
December 29, 2025
The proposal looks to improve math and literacy test scores among sixth graders.
No snow is no problem at Skeetawk in Hatcher Pass
December 25, 2025
The nonprofit downhill ski area has high hopes despite challenging winter weather
Mat-Su Borough must repay millions in Knik Arm ferry grants after feds reject appeal
December 22, 2025
The grants paid infrastructure to support the defunct Knik Arm ferry project.
Alaska Attorney General asks Mat-Su, Fairbanks electric utilities to reconsider charity programs
December 19, 2025
Utility members can opt-out of the "Operation RoundUp" program.