Assembly votes down gas tax, but a sales tax proposal could be coming soon
December 03, 2025
Assembly member Michael Bowles said he wants to replace Mat-Su's property tax with a sales tax.
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Mat-Su school bus carrying 9 students tips over on icy road; no serious injuries reported
December 02, 2025
Bus 33 was headed to Machetanz Elementary School when it tipped over due to icy road conditions.
Former Palmer City Council member sentenced in 2022 drunken driving case
December 02, 2025
An Anchorage jury found Richard Best guilty of operating under the influence following a trial last month.
Mat-Su animal control takover may boost taxes in Wasilla, Palmer and Houston
December 01, 2025
The plan would simplify animal control in the region, but could trigger higher property taxes for city residents.
Palmer planning commission chair appointed to empty council seat
November 18, 2025
Penny Mosher will serve on the council until the October 2026 election.
State plow operator training removes snow from popular Hatcher Pass ski area
November 18, 2025
The clearing operation is likely to push trail grooming back at least a month, Mat-Su Ski Club officials said.
'It's a win-win:' Palmer, Wasilla chambers promote shopping local with prizes, events
November 17, 2025
Chamber events aim to keep consumers in Mat-Su this holiday season.
Final Mat-Su vote tally shows gas tax defeat, clean sweep by incumbents
November 13, 2025
Mat-Su Borough election tallies updated Wednesday now include absentee and questioned ballots.
Mat-Su historical display including Ten Commandments delayed due to lack of funding
November 12, 2025
Donors have so far contributed about $1,000 of the $4,000 needed to fund the project.
Proposal would block Mat-Su Assembly from editing borough election guides
November 10, 2025
The measure follows a September Assembly vote to update the borough's annual guide with a memorial statement honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Teens get new hangout at downtown Palmer youth center
November 07, 2025
Downtown youth center doubles as an event space.
Drivers urged to use caution at Trunk Road intersection due to visibility-blocking berm
November 06, 2025
The berm is part of a roundabout construction project at the busy intersection.
Mat-Su voters reject gas tax; Assembly, School Board races show clear leads
November 05, 2025
The preliminary Election Day tally does not include thousands of absentee votes, which will be counted starting Friday.