Palmer council OKs independent review of city ethics allegations
October 30, 2026
The complaint includes questions about airport planning, golf course management decisions and financial disclosures.
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Thrive Mat-Su uses low-cost events to prevent youth substance abuse
October 30, 2026
Positive activities are central to Thrive’s mission.
Alaska legislators press natural resources commissioner on no-cost state land transfers
October 28, 2026
The Senate Resources Committee subpoenaed John Crowther to get answers on the state’s plans.
Wasilla residents can apply to fill vacant council seat
October 27, 2026
Applications will open Nov. 9.
Palmer police say they are ‘conducting a review’ of State Fair incident in which man was apparently tased repeatedly
August 26, 2025
The video shows police punching the man and appearing to use a taser after his hands are secured.
Mat-Su to distribute millions in opioid help under new borough-city partnerships
August 25, 2025
The money is part of national opioid relief settlements.
Free Salvation Army school supply event now collecting items
August 22, 2025
The event is free to attend and will include games and food.
Investigation finds Houston council member overstepped her authority but broke no laws
August 20, 2025
The investigation examined actions by Houston Council member Sandy McDonald.
Bump on Knik River bridge joints is a permanent snowplow safety feature
August 20, 2025
The joints sit just below the roadway, creating the bump.
Free Wasilla passport looks to connect residents with city parks
August 19, 2025
The booklet is availble at the city's museum, library and chamber of commerce.
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.