Mat-Su Assembly rejects 3 tax proposals, but a new one may be coming
June 17, 2026
The measures included a 1.5% sales tax, a 6.5% sales tax and a tax on gravel pit operators.
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Houston mayor's pay to see first increase in more than 15 years
June 16, 2026
The increase boosts the Houston mayor's salary from $1,500 each month to as much as $3,200.
Big Lake’s Jordan Lake Park is an ongoing labor of love
June 15, 2026
Community cooperation helps spruce up key public space.
Houston has a new official logo. What comes next is unclear.
June 12, 2026
The logo was created by a lifelong Houston resident and aspiring art teacher.
Mat-Su Borough rolls out new low-cost spay and neuter programs
June 30, 2025
The programs are designed to reduce the number of dogs and cats living in the shelter.
Crews finish emergency river repairs as property owners turn to clean-up
June 27, 2025
State crews finished fixes on the second Matanuska River breach site late Thursday afternoon.
Library demolition to start soon as city receives $4.7 million insurance payout
June 27, 2025
The project is set to start next week.
Second breach confirmed in Matanuska River flooding near Butte
June 25, 2025
Crews are installing large rock to repair the sections and halt the flow of water towards the highway.
Cassee Olin, blamed for Juneau school crisis, resigns as Wasilla’s finance director
June 25, 2025
Wasilla Council member Ian Crafton accused Olin of financial misconduct in the city.
Wasilla wants residents to weigh in on overhaul plan for Nunley Park
June 24, 2025
The proposal is open for public feedback through July.
Crews move toward critical Matanuska riverbank repairs in Butte
June 23, 2025
Revetment repairs were expected to begin Tuesday.
Annual free fair in Wasilla aims to connect Mat-Su residents with local resources
June 23, 2025
The fair will bring about 100 local nonprofits to Wonderland Park on June 27.
Federal board rejects summit name honoring Talkeetna miner
June 23, 2025
The name was rejected because it violates the policy for names in wilderness areas.