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.
Mat-Su School Board approves teacher concealed carry program
June 08, 2026
Participants must attend at least 24 hours of training and will receive a $500 stipend meant to help cover their costs.
Community gathers to celebrate Houston’s 60th birthday
June 06, 2026
The event included cake, ice cream and community stories.
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.
30 years later, Big Lake remembers devastating Millers Reach Fire
June 04, 2026
Community members will gather Saturday to mark the anniversary of the disaster.
Houston to celebrate 60th birthday with free cake and ice cream Saturday
June 03, 2026
The celebration is scheduled for Houston's city hall at 3 p.m. on June 6.
Glenn Highway bridge reroute extended after crews find deep concrete damage
June 02, 2026
The lane closures and detour onto the southbound bridge will now last into July.
What's next for Mat-Su's three shuttered school buildings
June 01, 2026
Larson and Meadow Lakes elementary schools and Glacier View School closed this month as part of a series of district budget cuts.
Work underway on new Palmer library as city celebrates groundbreaking
June 01, 2026
Construction on the new Palmer Public Library is expected to finish next summer.