Mat-Su issues disaster declaration as more wind is in the forecast
December 09, 2025
The declaration asks the state for public and individual financial assistance to support recovery efforts.
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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.
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.
Ready for holiday magic? Palmer prepares to host annual small-town festival
December 08, 2025
The Colony Christmas celebration set for Dec. 12-14.
Palmer City Council terminates city clerk, effective immediately
June 02, 2025
The decision came just hours after Palmer City Clerk Shelly Acteson submitted her resignation.
Alaska Job Corps Center in Palmer to close as part of nationwide program 'pause'
May 30, 2025
The Job Corps Center in Palmer hosts 160 students from across the state and has 111 local employees.
We asked you about your local news needs. Here’s what you said.
May 30, 2025
We asked hundreds of Mat-Su residents about their news needs and topic interests.
A proposed ballot measure would make ‘Matanuska Thunder Funk’ Houston’s first city holiday
May 28, 2025
The proposed holiday recognizes a private family-friendly festival hosted by Houston Grass Station Campground.
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.
Voters reject recall of Palmer Mayor Steve Carrington
May 23, 2025
Carrington will stay in office until the city's regular election in October.
Mat-Su school district reaches partial settlement in disabled students suit
May 23, 2025
The partial settlement requires the district to notify a parent or guardian the same day a student is restrained or isolated.
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.
Mat-Su school board approves student cell phone ban
May 22, 2025
The policy bans phone use during all instructional hours, including lunch breaks.