Thrive Mat-Su uses low-cost events to prevent youth substance abuse
October 30, 2026
Positive activities are central to Thrive’s mission.
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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.
Lawsuit argues Houston-area land transfer violates state constitution
October 26, 2026
The suit contends the transfer to AIDEA violates seven sections of the state constitution.
Mat-Su runners finish in top 15; senior motors to Juneau-Douglas’ first title in a decade
October 05, 2026
Colony finished as the runner-up in the Division I girls teams with 83 points.
Warriors outlast Moose to win their first Potato Bowl since 2022
October 03, 2026
Wasilla took home the Mayor's Cup in front of a standing-room-only crowd in Palmer.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Oct. 2-4): Polls, Potatoes, and Pints
October 01, 2026
That October chill is in the air, but there's plenty of fall fun around the region.
Mat-Su Assembly candidate fired from UAA police force after workplace misconduct investigation
September 30, 2026
A pair of UAA investigations found that Chris Chiavetta created a hostile work environment through inappropriate sexual comments and retaliated against a witness.
Borough officials push Port MacKenzie improvements as major rail grant awaits decision
September 30, 2026
Borough and Alaska Railroad officials are awaiting a decision on a $300 million federal grant to complete a long-stalled rail extension.
Wasilla mayor, council candidates face voters at election forum
September 25, 2026
More than 50 people attended the nonpartisan election event.
The drive: Su-Valley senior makes a 90-mile commute for the chance to play football
September 25, 2026
Hunter Kirby is willing to go the extra mile.
Mat-Su landfill says automated lane should reduce entrance delays
September 23, 2026
Customers are complaining about the new entrance area.
Art contest asks students to picture Wasilla’s future
September 23, 2026
The winning artwork from an open call will be featured in a long-term city planning document.