Mat-Su gas tax vote delayed to give more time for public input
July 16, 2025
The measure adds a 7-cent-per-gallon tax to all gasoline and diesel sold at pumps throughout the borough.
State fines Palmer mayor 'No Recall' group for failing to disclose donors
July 15, 2025
The group failed to include a list of top donors on its signs and must pay an about $563 fine, state regulators ruled.
State plans major project to combat river erosion on highways near Butte and Sutton
July 14, 2025
Homeowners say the federally-funded project should be fast-tracked to keep the river at bay.
Palmer airport must someday expand over golf course -- or pay millions to FAA
July 10, 2025
The expansion, which is likely years away, is required under old FAA grants used to purchase the property.
A new Mat-Su district tech tool replaces some school apps – but not all
July 09, 2025
The update reduces the number of apps parents must use to keep track of school communications.
New map aims to help users navigate more than 1,100 Mat-Su trails
July 07, 2025
The interactive trail map is hosted on the Mat-Su borough's website.
Wasilla bumps mayoral residency rules to two years, a first for the region
July 04, 2025
The change is designed to keep newcomers out of the city’s most powerful seat.
Knik River bridge closures end, but final work remains
July 02, 2025
Crews still need to smooth bumps where the bridge spans meet the highway.
Candidate filing open now in Houston city elections after election rules update
July 01, 2025
A candidate filing period for the city's Oct. 7 election runs between July 1 and 15.