Palmer sales tax hike could cost Alaska State Fair $100K
April 14, 2026
The tax increase was proposed and approved after the fair had already set contracts for the upcoming season, officials said.
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Palmer history takes spotlight in one-woman show
April 03, 2026
New play explores life of pioneering Palmer librarian Sally Gwin
Palmer Food Bank’s new building offers more space and services
March 16, 2026
The Palmer Food Bank hands out groceries four days a week and never turns away clients, officials said.
Palmer to run its own golf course after contract talks fail
March 09, 2026
The shift ends an almost two-decade-long relationship with the city’s golf course contractor.
Palmer council approves expanded library plan despite former manager's unauthorized updates
October 30, 2024
Former City Manager Stephen Jellie requested design changes during a closed-door meeting with the architect.
Intercepted emails led to Palmer police chief’s leave, body camera transcripts show
October 28, 2024
Palmer Police Chief Dwayne Shelton was placed on administrative leave for allegedly "conspiring" with junior officers.
Palmer city council to investigate ousted manager’s deleted emails as mayor faces recall
October 23, 2024
The emails were deleted during Jellie's final hours on the job, city officials said.
Separation deal limits what Palmer officials can tell former manager’s future employers
October 15, 2024
The agreement is similar to one now-former Palmer City Manager Stephen Jellie had with a previous employer.
Embattled Palmer city manager resigns with $75,000 payout after 53 days in job
October 10, 2024
Stephen Jellie's resignation was announced during an emergency city council meeting Wednesday.
Palmer’s new city manager facing possible removal over ‘imminent threat’ of employee lawsuits
October 09, 2024
Palmer City Manager Stephen Jellie will appear at an emergency city council meeting Wednesday.
After months of delays, Palmer library demolition and design approval expected soon
October 08, 2024
The library has been closed since the roof collapsed under heavy snow in early 2023.
Final voter tally reveals results in Palmer and Houston city council races
October 05, 2024
The races were too close before a final count was released Friday night.
Houston and Palmer city council races too close to call after Tuesday’s election
October 03, 2024
Vote tallies will be updated over the week, city officials said.