Mat-Su Assembly delays debate on sales tax proposal until May
March 16, 2026
The proposal asks the assembly to approve a ballot question regarding whether a sales tax should replace some of Mat-Su's property tax.
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Mat-Su data center plan in doubt after mayor’s veto
March 11, 2026
Mayor Edna DeVries has vetoed an assembly resolution backing a data center or other large energy consumption project.
Mat-Su Assembly kills proposal to raise member salaries
March 04, 2026
The proposal was designed bring Mat-Su assembly and mayoral salaries in step with the rate of inflation.
Mat-Su Assembly approves animal control takeover, tax shift for city residents
February 23, 2026
The update changes how city residents get help with animal issues, including lost pets.
Mat-Su wind disaster relief applications open as new high wind warning issued
December 12, 2025
Winds are expected to peak Sunday afternoon with gusts of up to 80 mph.
Governor approves disaster declaration to provide financial help for residents
December 10, 2025
The declaration brings state financial assistance for individuals impacted by the three-day storm.
As Mat-Su grows, borough officials look to update Government Peak plan – and they need your help
December 09, 2025
Borough officials are gathering feedback through an online survey.
Most Mat-Su schools to stay closed Tuesday as high wind warning extended and thousands remain without power
December 08, 2025
A emergency shelter in Wasilla was expected to remain open.
New season of 'Alaska State Troopers' reality show set for January release
December 08, 2025
Portions of the upcoming season were filmed in Mat-Su over the summer.
Red Cross shelter open in Wasilla as thousands remain without power
December 07, 2025
The shelter remained open at the Mendard Center Sunday night.
Thousands remain without power as winds roar through Mat-Su
December 06, 2025
Outages Saturday stretched from Glacier View to Knik Goose Bay Road.
Free firearms training for Mat-Su residents reopens for registration
December 05, 2025
The free program is open to 300 Mat-Su borough residents and is already half full.
Assembly votes down gas tax, but a sales tax proposal could be coming soon
December 03, 2025
Assembly member Michael Bowles said he wants to replace Mat-Su's property tax with a sales tax.