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 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.
Alaska utility execs to lawmakers: Let’s revive Susitna hydroelectric megaproject
May 16, 2025
The request by leaders of the state’s urban utilities faces opposition from some advocates.
Mat-Su property tax bills to rise under newly approved budget
May 14, 2025
The tax bump is tied to an increase in area property values.