Palmer Council rejects sweeping parking rule changes ahead of study’s final report
January 30, 2026
The update would have removed all business parking rules from the city's downtown area.
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Mat-Su school district may offer gas cards if bus drivers strike
January 27, 2026
The gift cards would help families offset the cost of providing their own transportation.
Willow and ready: Susitna Valley prepares for 64th annual winter carnival
January 20, 2026
Back-to-back weekends of community fun set to begin Jan. 23 on Willow Lake
Applications open for Palmer’s third council vacancy in less than a year
January 26, 2026
Palmer Mayor Jim Cooper will appoint a new council member to fill the seat until October's regular election.
Mat-Su Borough must repay millions in Knik Arm ferry grants after feds reject appeal
December 22, 2025
The grants paid infrastructure to support the defunct Knik Arm ferry project.
Alaska Attorney General asks Mat-Su, Fairbanks electric utilities to reconsider charity programs
December 19, 2025
Utility members can opt-out of the "Operation RoundUp" program.
Mat-Su Assembly indefinitely delays talks on annexing Eagle River, Chugiak
December 17, 2025
The vote puts an indefinite pause on any official discussion about separating the area from Anchorage and bringing it into Mat-Su.
Mat-Su extends disaster declaration after back-to-back windstorms, ongoing gusts
December 16, 2025
The extension asks Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy to approve financial aid for additional wind damage.
Five rescued typhoon dogs at Mat-Su shelter could be available for adoption soon
December 15, 2025
Three adults and two puppies will be transferred to a local dog rescue organization if unclaimed.
Mat-Su wind disaster relief applications open as new high wind warning issued
December 12, 2025
Winds are expected to peak Sunday afternoon with gusts of up to 80 mph.
Celebrate Hanukkah in Mat-Su with these free events -- including a pogo stunt show
December 12, 2025
Hanukkah events are scheduled for Talkeetna, Wasilla and Palmer.
Governor approves disaster declaration to provide financial help for residents
December 10, 2025
The declaration brings state financial assistance for individuals impacted by the three-day storm.
Alaska mining company pushing Cook Inlet, Hatcher Pass projects will merge with Canadian firm
December 10, 2025
Contango Ore helped build Alaska’s newest major mine. Its merger with and Dolly Varden Silver comes amid a flurry of deals in the state’s mining industry.