Big Lake’s Jordan Lake Park is an ongoing labor of love
June 15, 2026
Community cooperation helps spruce up key public space.
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Houston has a new official logo. What comes next is unclear.
June 12, 2026
What you need to know: * Houston selected a new official city logo designed by resident Claire Childs. The design features fireweed, salmon, black spruce and Mount Susitna against a sunset sky. It won both the public vote and a 5-2 vote by the City Council. * City officials have not
Lawsuit alleges Palmer violated open meetings law in golf course talks
June 12, 2026
The complaint asks the court to void the city’s decision to end its contract with Eagle Golf Course Management.
Mat-Su Sentinel to host community concert and skate party featuring The Super Saturated Sugar Strings
February 23, 2026
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Mat-Su bus worker strike drags on after latest talks end without a deal
April 02, 2026
The union and bus company made progress but did not reach a agreement, officials said.
First-of-its-kind ice concert in Palmer draws crowd, supports local journalism
April 01, 2026
About 300 people attended the event Saturday.
Cold snap freezes hundreds of Mat-Su water and septic lines
March 31, 2026
Abnormally cold weather has left residents scrambling to thaw out water lines and solve septic or sewer problems.
Most MEA members must vote online starting this year
March 31, 2026
Paper ballots were only available to individuals who requested them in advance.
Engstrom-Bogard roundabout construction won’t start until 2027
March 30, 2026
The ongoing stall is caused by funding delays and prolonged negotiations for needed land.
Pretty sweet: Valley Performing Arts celebrates golden anniversary
March 27, 2026
Willy Wonka musical to cap local arts group’s 50th season.
Mat-Su school bus worker strike to enter fifth week
March 26, 2026
Contract negotiations between the union and the bus company ended Thursday without an agreement.
Uncertain funding leaves fate of three Mat-Su schools unresolved
March 25, 2026
The Mat-Su Assembly will determine next year’s school funding as part of its upcoming budget process.
Appeals spike in Mat-Su as property values climb
March 24, 2026
The Mat-Su assessment office received 421 formal appeals this year, up from 148 filed last year.