Mat-Su proposal would add 1.5% sales tax outside cities, add property tax exemption
June 10, 2026
A second proposal also up for debate this month would add a new gravel tax.
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Weekslong closure at Trunk Road intersection set to begin next week
June 08, 2026
The new roundabout project will completely shut down the Trunk and Palmer-Fishhook intersection from June 15 through July 3.
Road closures, delays ahead as crews finish Seward Meridian project
June 06, 2026
Drivers should expect detours as final phase of road project begins.
Mat-Su alcohol sales tax headed to November ballot
June 05, 2026
Some assembly members said the measure could help reduce property taxes, while business owners warn it would hurt sales.
State monitoring Matanuska River overflow along Old Glenn Highway
December 10, 2024
The water was still sitting over the bike path next to the highway Tuesday.
Proposal would add public oversight to some new Mat-Su housing projects
December 09, 2024
If the measure is approved, some developments in Mat-Su would newly require a public hearing.
A long-term access plan could dramatically reshape traffic along the Bogard-Seldon corridor
December 07, 2024
The plan would reroute roads, close some existing driveways and block some future development access.
How Mat-Su landfill officials are working to prevent another big fire
December 05, 2024
The Veterans Day fire produced thick black smoke visible for miles.
Borough snowplow tracking now live
November 22, 2024
The tool is currently available in about half of the region's road service areas.
Record turnout in borough election as voters approve major bonds, final tally shows
November 19, 2024
Borough early voting also shattered a previous record set in 2022.
State orders new Knik Arm tunnel study
November 14, 2024
The new study was prompted by recent advances in tunneling technology paired with population growth, state officials said.
Traffic, access concerns loom over gravel pit proposed for a historic Mat-Su dairy site
November 12, 2024
The new 153-acres gravel pit would sit on Havemeister Dairy property off the busy Bogard and Engstrom Roads
Mat-Su voters back major road and school funding while incumbents keep their seats, preliminary results show
November 06, 2024
The bonds cover the cost of construction for road upgrades and three new public charter school buildings.