Glenn Highway bridge to reopen after 96-day closure
July 24, 2026
Traffic will return both spans of the Peters Creek bridge.
Borough issues early Talkeetna disaster declaration in bid to unlock millions for fixes, buyouts
July 23, 2026
Borough officials hope the state provides the money they need to unlock federal funds.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (July 23-26): Palmer Pride, ball games and a pike derby
July 23, 2026
Time to take a seventh inning stretch with Mat-Su Sentinel
Fish Creek dipnet fishery open; coho arrive in Mat-Su
July 23, 2026
Fish Creek is open through July 31.
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Areawide sales tax, new property tax exemption headed to Mat-Su ballots
July 22, 2026
The measure will go before voters in November.
Legal review finds Palmer city manager complies with voter-approved residency rule
July 22, 2026
The city charter requires that the manager "shall reside within 5 miles of the city during his or her tenure in office."
State begins early work on Susitna River bridge as West Su road project moves forward
July 20, 2026
The project is the first phase in a proposed road that would stretch more than 100 miles from near Big Lake to a mining area near Rainy Pass.
Matanuska-Susitna Borough
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Borough issues early Talkeetna disaster declaration in bid to unlock millions for fixes, buyouts
July 23, 2026
Borough officials hope the state provides the money they need to unlock federal funds.
Areawide sales tax, new property tax exemption headed to Mat-Su ballots
July 22, 2026
The measure will go before voters in November.
Community
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Willow garden tour returns with five stops showcasing local blooms
July 17, 2026
The annual event is scheduled for July 25.
It's time for farm-fresh produce in Mat-Su. Here's where to find it.
July 08, 2026
Use this big list of farmstands and produce stops to find Alaska-grown fruits and vegetables.
Outdoors & Sports
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Palmer
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Legal review finds Palmer city manager complies with voter-approved residency rule
July 22, 2026
The city charter requires that the manager "shall reside within 5 miles of the city during his or her tenure in office."
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.
Wasilla
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Detours ahead as road closures begin near Wasilla
July 14, 2026
Sections of Settlers Bay Drive and Fern Street will close this week as part of major road repair projects.
Wasilla museum turns to whale exhibit to drive visitors
May 18, 2026
The newly rebranded Museum of Alaska opens its summer season this week.
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District
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Mat-Su School Board approves teacher concealed carry program
June 08, 2026
Participants must attend at least 24 hours of training and will receive a $500 stipend meant to help cover their costs.
What's next for Mat-Su's three shuttered school buildings
June 01, 2026
Larson and Meadow Lakes elementary schools and Glacier View School closed this month as part of a series of district budget cuts.
Mat-Su Sentinel Community Bulletin Board
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Join Wasilla Area Seniors for 'Miles for Meals' fun run
June 11, 2026
Wasilla Area Seniors aims to raise $100,000 this year to support meals for seniors programming.
Colony High freshman named Gatorade Alaska Softball Player of the Year
June 05, 2026
The award honors a single player from each state each year..
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