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Mat-Su officials prepare for school closures ahead of borough budget debate
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District

Mat-Su officials prepare for school closures ahead of borough budget debate

April 08, 2026

The shutdown plans include an early end to the school year for students at the three schools.

A cutout of the Houston, Alaska, city logo
Houston

No more flying hammerhead shark: Houston officials seek entries for new city logo

April 06, 2026

Officials hope to update the decades-old logo with an image that can be used in a host of formats.

Palmer history takes spotlight in one-woman show
Community

Palmer history takes spotlight in one-woman show

April 03, 2026

New play explores life of pioneering Palmer librarian Sally Gwin

Mat-Su school bus workers hold signs on the strike line
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District

Mat-Su bus worker strike drags on after latest talks end without a deal

April 02, 2026

The union and bus company made progress but did not reach a agreement, officials said.

The Super Saturated Sugar Strings perform during Mat-Su Sentinel Icebreaker
Announcements

First-of-its-kind ice concert in Palmer draws crowd, supports local journalism

April 01, 2026

About 300 people attended the event Saturday.

Cold snap freezes hundreds of Mat-Su water and septic lines
News

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.

Matanuska Electric Association sign
Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Most MEA members must vote online starting this year

March 31, 2026

Paper ballots were only available to individuals who requested them in advance.

The corner of Engstrom and Bogard Road
Matanuska-Susitna Borough

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.

Actors rehearse a scene for the upcoming Valley Performing Arts production of Willy Wonka
Community

Pretty sweet: Valley Performing Arts celebrates golden anniversary

March 27, 2026

Willy Wonka musical to cap local arts group’s 50th season.

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