New online art directory seeks to promote, connect Alaska Native artists across the state
October 24, 2025
The directory includes artists from across Mat-Su.
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As winter sets in, Alaska DOT prepares another push to remove homeless encampments
October 15, 2025
The Alaska Department of Transportation has removed eight encampments since Nov. 2024, including two in Mat-Su.
Alaska officials impose statewide ban on two kinds of invasive trees
September 02, 2025
The ban impacts ornamental trees found throughout Mat-Su.
Palmer Job Corps Center to resume student enrollment after five-month pause
August 12, 2025
New student background checks restarted last week, officials said.
Alaska Job Corps Center in Palmer to close as part of nationwide program 'pause'
May 30, 2025
The Job Corps Center in Palmer hosts 160 students from across the state and has 111 local employees.
State parks in Mat-Su ready for summer with a little help from their friends
May 26, 2025
Area parks keep things rolling through contracts with small businesses and volunteer support.
Film spotlights infant learning program successes in Mat-Su -- and potential cost of underfunding it
May 07, 2025
Advocates debuted the film in Juneau, part of a campaign urging legislators to expand eligibility and funding.
Palmer legislator proposes Alaska's record-setting giant cabbage as official state vegetable
April 25, 2025
The ceremonial nomination could be a way to raise recognition for Alaska agriculture.
Alaska Head Start programs in limbo after regional office closed by U.S. Health Secretary
April 10, 2025
The Seattle-based Region 10 office supports CCS Early Learning in Mat-Su.
Palmer history quilt auction to benefit Mat-Su Quilts of Valor efforts
March 31, 2025
The auction will take place during the 2025 Colony Days events in Palmer.
'No getting on that bridge': Glenn Highway bridge closures, detours to cause major delays
March 21, 2025
The northbound span of the Knik River bridge will close for at least 30 days starting next month.
Officials plan Palmer Courthouse expansion as caseloads swell
February 13, 2025
The courthouse is one of the busiest in the state and needs room for more judges, officials said.
Mat-Su Untold brings a night of laughter, community connection
February 10, 2025
The inagural event featured seven first-person stories from across Mat-Su.