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The rails crossing Fireweed Ave. in Palmer
Palmer

Palmer approves rail removal, ending hope for the train's full return

April 28, 2025

The removal makes way for a handicapped-accessible crosswalk near the Alaska Veterans and Pioneer Home in Palmer.

 A 74-pound cabbage grown by Keevan Dinkel of Wasilla
Palmer

Palmer legislator proposes Alaska's record-setting giant cabbage as official state vegetable

April 25, 2025

The ceremonial nomination could be a way to raise recognition for Alaska agriculture.

The Road Zipper machine shifts barriers along the southbound span of the Knik River bridge
Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Knik River bridge closure kicks off as commuters brace for months of construction

April 23, 2025

Travelers faced few delays Wednesday as construction crews funneled all traffic into three lanes.

Former Palmer City Council member Ken Erbey was reappointed to council on April 22, 2025
Palmer

Former council member appointed to fill vacant seat in Palmer

April 23, 2025

Former Palmer City Council member Ken Erbey was selected by the city's mayor and will serve until October.

Students at Sherrod Elementary School in Palmer participate in a group activity
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District

New Mat-Su special ed group looks to connect parents with district officials

April 23, 2025

The group's first meeting is scheduled for April 28.

An aerial view of Jonesville Public Use Area
Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Jonesville shooting park, campground inch closer to reality as borough preps plan

April 21, 2025

Officials hope the updates discourage lawlessness in the Jonesville Public Use Area.

Dozens of parents and students filled the Glacier View School gym for a Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District meeting
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District

'The real threat’: Parents worry Mat-Su teacher cuts will doom Glacier View School

April 18, 2025

A Mat-Su district plan for next year leaves just two full-time teachers for 13 grades.

The Big Lake Public Library in Big Lake Alaska.
Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Mat-Su survey seeks parent input on kids' library checkout alerts, collections

April 16, 2025

The survey is open to parents of young borough library users.

A printed Matanuska-Susitna Borough landfill coupon at the Central Landfill
Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Free annual $25 Mat-Su landfill coupon now available

April 14, 2025

Mat-Su property owners must register online to receive this annual benefit.

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