Borough to propose Mat-Su property tax bump as part of annual budget
April 11, 2025
The budget proposal includes voter-approved funding for road and school construction.
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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.
New Mat-Su diploma option would drop AP class requirement, boost electives
April 07, 2025
The proposal allows any student to transfer into the program offering the alternative diploma path.
Free Mat-Su community baby shower offers gifts and support for new parents
April 09, 2025
The event includes free food and prizes for new parents in Mat-Su.
Nunley Park overhaul paused for new planning and public input process
March 25, 2025
The city council ordered the plan after city officials removed dozens of trees without notice or public comment.
Mat-Su teacher layoffs uncertain amid ongoing state budget debate
March 24, 2025
The district may need to cut 120 positions if state lawmakers do not raise per-student funding levels for next school year, officials said.
'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.
Mat-Su election law update allows more poll watchers, reaffirms ballot hand count rule
March 20, 2025
The update allows political parties to send poll watchers during borough elections.
Palmer City Council member Richard Best resigns amid turmoil
March 19, 2025
The resignation is effective immediately, he said in a statement.
Free Mat-Su job fair to offer on-the-spot interviews and career connections
March 19, 2025
About 120 Southcentral employers are expected to attend the annual event.
Palmer taps former Anchorage official as new city manager
March 17, 2025
Palmer will hire Kolby Hickel Zerkel as its new city manager.
Wasilla pool reopens as officials prep lesson system overhaul
March 17, 2025
The new online pool system will also allow open swim pre-registration.
Blaze on Mat-Su Assembly member’s property marks first wildfire of the year
March 14, 2025
Mat-Su Assembly member Ron Bernier said the fire was a controlled burn.