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.
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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.
DNR commissioner will appear at hearing on Houston land transfer after subpoena
October 16, 2026
Lawmakers have raised questions over whether the proposed transfer of approximately 30 square miles near Houston is legal.
Shortened comment period for West Susitna road environmental permit ends Tuesday
October 12, 2026
AIDEA says it needs expedited permitting to advance development at an antimony deposit.
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.
Most Alaska students are not proficient in reading, math or science, state test results show
September 02, 2024
Alaska’s Department of Education and Early Development released statewide assessment data on Aug. 30.