Cold snap freezes hundreds of Mat-Su water and septic lines
March 31, 2026
Abnormally cold weather has left residents scrambling to thaw out water lines and solve septic or sewer problems.
Most MEA members must vote online starting this year
March 31, 2026
Paper ballots were only available to individuals who requested them in advance.
Engstrom-Bogard roundabout construction won’t start until 2027
March 30, 2026
The ongoing stall is caused by funding delays and prolonged negotiations for needed land.
Pretty sweet: Valley Performing Arts celebrates golden anniversary
March 27, 2026
Willy Wonka musical to cap local arts group’s 50th season.
Mat-Su school bus worker strike to enter fifth week
March 26, 2026
Contract negotiations between the union and the bus company ended Thursday without an agreement.
Uncertain funding leaves fate of three Mat-Su schools unresolved
March 25, 2026
The Mat-Su Assembly will determine next year’s school funding as part of its upcoming budget process.
Appeals spike in Mat-Su as property values climb
March 24, 2026
The Mat-Su assessment office received 421 formal appeals this year, up from 148 filed last year.
Mat-Su disability advocates praise progress and push for more at state Capitol
March 23, 2026
The Palmer residents joined other advocates from Key Coalition for Alaska to lobby for support, including universal changing stations for people with disabilities.
Mat-Su School District seeks borough funding boost as school closures loom
March 20, 2026
The school district will ask the borough for $9.4 million more than last year, but officials said approval is unlikely.