Thrive Mat-Su uses low-cost events to prevent youth substance abuse
October 30, 2026
Positive activities are central to Thrive’s mission.
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Alaska legislators press natural resources commissioner on no-cost state land transfers
October 28, 2026
The Senate Resources Committee subpoenaed John Crowther to get answers on the state’s plans.
Wasilla residents can apply to fill vacant council seat
October 27, 2026
Applications will open Nov. 9.
Lawsuit argues Houston-area land transfer violates state constitution
October 26, 2026
The suit contends the transfer to AIDEA violates seven sections of the state constitution.
Borough installs hundreds of new signs to make Mat-Su trail network less confusing
July 27, 2026
The project repalced about 350 aging trail signs.
Glenn Highway bridge to reopen after 96-day closure
July 24, 2026
Traffic will return both spans of the Peters Creek bridge.
Borough issues early Talkeetna disaster declaration in bid to unlock millions for fixes, buyouts
July 23, 2026
Borough officials hope the state provides the money they need to unlock federal funds.
Fish Creek dipnet fishery open; coho arrive in Mat-Su
July 23, 2026
Fish Creek is open through July 31.
Areawide sales tax, new property tax exemption headed to Mat-Su ballots
July 22, 2026
The measure will go before voters in November.
Legal review finds Palmer city manager complies with voter-approved residency rule
July 22, 2026
The city charter requires that the manager "shall reside within 5 miles of the city during his or her tenure in office."
State begins early work on Susitna River bridge as West Su road project moves forward
July 20, 2026
The project is the first phase in a proposed road that would stretch more than 100 miles from near Big Lake to a mining area near Rainy Pass.
How to run for office this year in Palmer, Wasilla or Houston
July 19, 2026
Here's what you need to know about running for office in 2026.
Willow garden tour returns with five stops showcasing local blooms
July 17, 2026
The annual event is scheduled for July 25.