Two major projects could reshape mental health care for Mat-Su youth
July 31, 2026
The new facilities will offer in-patient mental health care and transitonal beds for youth.
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Pike derby crowns winners as high water impacts salmon harvests
July 30, 2026
A 33.125-inch pike earned top fish honors at the derby.
MEA says rolling blackouts possible under worst-case winter gas shortage
July 29, 2026
The plan would help Enstar continue providing natural gas to heat homes.
Mat-Su Sentinel to host community concert and skate party featuring The Super Saturated Sugar Strings
February 23, 2026
Join Mat-Su Sentinel for live music and fun supporting community news in Mat-Su!
Mat-Su eyes high career, tech grad rate to close gap for homeschoolers
October 27, 2025
Mat-Su students who take a series of career and technical education courses are 17% more likely to graduate than those who do not.
New online art directory seeks to promote, connect Alaska Native artists across the state
October 24, 2025
The directory includes artists from across Mat-Su.
Applications are now open for Palmer's vacant city council seat
October 23, 2025
Palmer Mayor Jim Cooper will appoint a new council member to serve for the next year.
State troopers called to chaotic Houston meeting as council selects new mayor
October 21, 2025
The meeting devolved into arguments and crosstalk over an alleged conflict of interest involving two City Council members.
Early voting now open for Mat-Su gas tax, assembly, school board races
October 20, 2025
Early voting is open through November 3.
Residents turn out to ‘Flip the Script’ at first-ever Mat-Su Sentinel election connection event
October 17, 2025
The free event blended candidate introductions, live audience feedback and community connection.
As winter sets in, Alaska DOT prepares another push to remove homeless encampments
October 15, 2025
The Alaska Department of Transportation has removed eight encampments since Nov. 2024, including two in Mat-Su.
Palmer City Council postpones vote on public camping ban
October 15, 2025
The proposal bans sleeping on city streets and imposes fines for breaking the rule.
Ready for holiday shopping? Mat-Su craft fairs and bazaars start now
October 15, 2025
Valley craft fairs spice up the Fall and give Mat-Su shoppers a parade of local holiday shopping options.