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
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Want to run for Mat-Su assembly or school board? Here's what you need to know.
August 18, 2025
Mat-Su residents have until Aug. 29 to file for six open races in borough elections this fall.
Court rules Mat-Su transgender student bathroom policy does not violate state constitution
August 15, 2025
A lawsuit argued the bathroom policy violates student rights under the state constitution by infringing on their privacy.
‘Founder’s Day’ joins ‘Thunder Festival’ on Houston ballots in holiday showdown
August 15, 2025
“Houston Founder’s Day” will appear on city ballots following a successful citizen petition.
Parking upgrades and new food stops: Here’s what to expect at the Alaska State Fair
August 14, 2025
The Alaska State Fair is scheduled to open at 11 a.m. Friday.
Palmer Job Corps Center to resume student enrollment after five-month pause
August 12, 2025
New student background checks restarted last week, officials said.
Proposed senior, veteran property tax tweak to appear on Mat-Su ballots
August 11, 2025
The change would allow residents to continue receiving the tax break after a midyear move.
Drivers should expect long overnight delays at Bogard-Trunk Road roundabout Monday
August 08, 2025
The roundabout was also closed over the weekend.
Mat-Su district may keep some new cuts despite restored state funding
August 07, 2025
The additional cuts include bus route changes and delayed Chromebook replacements for some students.
Mat-Su residents to cast ‘advisory vote’ on proposed borough gas tax
August 05, 2025
The ballot question will ask voters whether they support a 7-cent-per-gallon gas tax proposal.