Mat-Su Assembly to consider boroughwide sales tax to replace most property taxes
February 18, 2026
The new sales tax would be in addition to tax rates already charged by the region’s cities.
Roaring ’20s take stage at popular Palmer wearable art show
February 17, 2026
The annual event is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary in style.
Mat-Su tightens grad ceremony rules for homeschoolers, ends principal discretion
February 16, 2026
The update means Mat-Su homeschoolers must take at least two in-person classes per semester at a brick-and-mortar before they can join in on graduation festivities.
Palmer City Council eyes sales tax increase to cover some library construction costs
February 13, 2026
The temporary tax change would boost the city's sales tax from 3% to 4%.
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Mat-Su Assembly to consider boroughwide sales tax to replace most property taxes
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