MEA says Rolling Blackouts Possible under Worst-Case Winter Gas Shortage
The plan would help Enstar continue providing natural gas to heat homes.
Alaska State Troopers will return to reality TV in new series
By Amy Bushatz on Jul 21, 2025 After more than a 10-year hiatus, Alaska State Troopers will once again star in a reality TV show, state public safety officials said Monday. The show
Millions in Mat-Su school funding at risk under federal freeze
This story was updated with new information July 18. By Amy Bushatz on Jul 17, 2025 A national pause to some federal education grants could reduce Mat-Su school funding by millions for the
A new Mat-Su district tech tool replaces some school apps – but not all
By Amy Bushatz on Jul 9, 2025 A new school district tech tool is replacing about a dozen of the estimated 20 individual platforms used by schools and teachers across Mat-Su, reducing the
New map aims to help users navigate more than 1,100 Mat-Su trails
By Amy Bushatz on Jul 7, 2025 A new interactive trail map is designed to give Mat-Su residents a first-ever comprehensive view of recreation options on nearly 1,200 trails throughout the region. Created by Matanuska-Susitna
Mat-Su Borough rolls out new low-cost spay and neuter programs
PALMER — Mat-Su pet owners will have access to low-cost dog and cat spay and neuter services under two new borough programs aimed at reducing the number of animals surrendered
Mat-Su Assembly expands residents' role in major utility projects
By Amy Bushatz on Jun 19, 2025 PALMER — A public input and appeals process approved by the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Assembly this week gives residents more say in the design of large new utility
Mat-Su wildfire danger reduced after wet months - but not gone
By Amy Bushatz on Jun 12, 2025 Several months of abnormally wet weather have reduced the wildland fire danger in the Mat-Su, but residents should still be cautious, state fire prevention officials
Mat-Su school district adds 2 new diploma options, drops 4Cs
By Amy Bushatz on Jun 6, 2025 PALMER – A series of high school graduation updates approved by the Mat-Su school board this week eliminates a required class designed to help students stay on