The best and most impactful Mat-Su stories of 2024
Looking back at the 2024 news stories with the biggest impact.
Less-reliable fall snow makes Alaska moose population surveys more difficult
The problem is most dramatic in a portion of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough
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A newly proposed state trooper post would bolster patrols near Willow and Talkeetna
The post is part of Gov. Mike Dunleavy's 2026 budget proposal.
Mat-Su Assembly expands mobile home park ban — for now
The new rule closes a loophole that could allow some mobile home parks to open without a public hearing.
A proposed study will address Palmer parking woes as social media posts stoke tensions
The Palmer City Council is expected to approve the study early next year.
Glass recycling coming to Mat-Su next year
Glass will be accepted at the region's recylcing center near Palmer.
State monitoring Matanuska River overflow along Old Glenn Highway
The water was still sitting over the bike path next to the highway Tuesday.
Proposal would add public oversight to some new Mat-Su housing projects
If the measure is approved, some developments in Mat-Su would newly require a public hearing.
A long-term access plan could dramatically reshape traffic along the Bogard-Seldon corridor
The plan would reroute roads, close some existing driveways and block some future development access.
How Mat-Su landfill officials are working to prevent another big fire
The Veterans Day fire produced thick black smoke visible for miles.
Recall petition for Palmer Mayor set to open for signatures
The application for a recall petition was approved by city officials last week.
Palmer City Council drops proposed investigation into actions of ousted city manager
The investigation would have examined Stephen Jellie's actions during his employment with the city.
Former Palmer city manager sues for defamation over job terminations
The alleged statements go beyond criticism of a public official, former Palmer City Manager Stephen Jellie said.
Borough snowplow tracking now live
The tool is currently available in about half of the region's road service areas.
Record turnout in borough election as voters approve major bonds, final tally shows
Borough early voting also shattered a previous record set in 2022.
Inspired by Anchorage, Palmer to weigh new process to oust mayor, council members
The rule would allow the council to remove the mayor or council members for “violations of public trust."