Free firearms training for Mat-Su residents reopens for registration
December 05, 2025
The free program is open to 300 Mat-Su borough residents and is already half full.
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Assembly votes down gas tax, but a sales tax proposal could be coming soon
December 03, 2025
Assembly member Michael Bowles said he wants to replace Mat-Su's property tax with a sales tax.
Mat-Su school bus carrying 9 students tips over on icy road; no serious injuries reported
December 02, 2025
Bus 33 was headed to Machetanz Elementary School when it tipped over due to icy road conditions.
Former Palmer City Council member sentenced in 2022 drunken driving case
December 02, 2025
An Anchorage jury found Richard Best guilty of operating under the influence following a trial last month.
Where to attend 9/11 remembrance events in Mat-Su
September 10, 2025
Mat-Su residents can mark the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks at ceremonies and events.
Houston forum looks to connect voters with candidates
September 10, 2025
The forum will be hosted by the Mat-Su Sentinel and held on Thursday, Sept. 18 at Houston City Hall.
Borough declares disaster after new Talkeetna riverbank damage, Petersville Road washouts
September 09, 2025
The flooding and road damage were triggered by heavy rains earlier this month.
Mat-Su Sentinel named 2025 New Business of the Year
September 09, 2025
The LION Publishers award recognizes long-term sustainability and financial health.
Mat-Su to present case for gas tax at open house events
September 08, 2025
The events will give officials a chance to explain what the proposed tax would mean for Mat-Su residents -- and why they think it's necessary.
Mat-Su Borough ordered to repay $5.8 million in federal grants used for failed ferry project
September 04, 2025
The repayment covers a portion of the millions linked to the never-used Knik Arm ferry.
Borough officials hope a massive clean-up project can turn a Wasilla neighborhood around
September 03, 2025
The borough is looking for volunteers to help with the effort Sept. 11 to 13.
A cabbage named Clyde was set to vie for Alaska State Fair glory. Then, he went missing.
September 02, 2025
An unsolved heist from an Anchorage community garden on the eve of the Palmer competition.
Alaska officials impose statewide ban on two kinds of invasive trees
September 02, 2025
The ban impacts ornamental trees found throughout Mat-Su.