Mat-Su home values rise 8% as borough prepares annual property notices
January 21, 2026
The annual assessments will be used to calculate tax rates this spring.
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Mat-Su, feds reach $5.8 million repayment deal for failed Knik Arm ferry project
January 19, 2026
The repayment agreement should close the book on the costly, unfinished Susitna ferry project.
State troopers in Mat-Su to vacate Palmer headquarters by mid-2028
January 12, 2026
The Alaska state troopers Detachment B headquarters will be relocated to a more centralized area of Mat-Su, officials said.
New Sutton shooting range aims to curb lawlessness, but some worry it will bring new woes
January 07, 2026
The range is planned for a portion of Jonesville Public Use Area.
Mat-Su Borough rolls out new low-cost spay and neuter programs
June 30, 2025
The programs are designed to reduce the number of dogs and cats living in the shelter.
Federal board rejects summit name honoring Talkeetna miner
June 23, 2025
The name was rejected because it violates the policy for names in wilderness areas.
Mat-Su Assembly expands residents' role in major utility projects
June 19, 2025
The new rules add more public input and a new project appeals process.
Mat-Su wildfire danger reduced after wet months - but not gone
June 12, 2025
The airport in Palmer saw 33 times more rain last month than in a typical year, weather officials said.
Fed board considers ‘Mount Carola’ as name for peak near Denali State Park
June 11, 2025
The name would honor longtime Talkeetna resident Carola June Young.
Mat-Su Assembly to consider new fuel tax, a first for the region
June 04, 2025
The proposed 7-cent-per-gallon tax would apply to all gasoline and diesel sold at pumps throughout the borough.
State parks in Mat-Su ready for summer with a little help from their friends
May 26, 2025
Area parks keep things rolling through contracts with small businesses and volunteer support.
Knik River bridge spans to temporarily reopen
May 22, 2025
Both Knik River bridge spans will fully open for the Memorial Day weekend before work shifts to the southbound side.
Bogard Road getting major pavement fixes for first time since 2007
May 19, 2025
The Bogard Road paving project will stretch through the summer and include overnight lane closures and pilot cars.