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PALMER — The Mat-Su Borough Assembly met on Tuesday for a special meeting to introduce CARES grant funding ordinances along with other ballot initiatives.

WASILLA — Jay Gardner, 55 of Wasilla, was arraigned telephonically Wednesday at the Palmer Courthouse facing multiple felony charges including murder and tampering with evidence.

The state Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation Mat Su Region has closed the Lake Louise State Recreation Area in the Copper Valley near Glennallen, effective immediately, in the face of continuing vandalism and lack of care by campers and…

ANCHORAGE — Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced no changes to health mandates or advisories, but encouraged Alaskans to engage in activities outdoors as a measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19. A total of 23 new cases were announced on Tuesday…

A Palmer grand jury indicted a trio of Anchorage men who now face multiple charges related to a home invasion in Wasilla last month.

BUTTE — Butte Fire Department crews responded to a structure fire on Sunday night at about 5 p.m. on Bodenburg Loop. Butte FD was able to save the house on the property just a few feet away from the bus…

PALMER — On Independence Day, Alaskans celebrated July 4 with a parade through downtown Palmer.

WASILLA — Anna Brummer and her family entered all new territory two months ago, opening the doors to Falkor, a retail store that sells name brand clothing and accessories at 50 percent off.

I had never stepped foot into a prison until a few years ago when I went into Hiland Mountain Correctional Center for the first time. I honestly hadn’t thought much about correction centers or the people sentenced to time there…

Developers of the Pebble project near Lake Iliamna announced an agreement July 6 with Alaska Peninsula Corp. for transportation services related to development or operations of the mine planned by Pebble Ltd. Partnership.

The Palmer City Council voted down an action memorandum on Tuesday night to direct city manager John Moosey to enter into an agreement with Resource Data Inc., on a feasibility study for what it would take for the city of…

Hilcorp Energy takes the reins as operator at the Prudhoe Bay field Wednesday. Prudhoe is the state’s largest oilfield, producing over half the oil moving through the Trans Alaska Pipeline.

City of Palmer Manager John Moosey issued a statement on Monday detailing his decision to reinstate Palmer Police Chief Dwayne Shelton after three weeks of paid leave.

Love, Death & Socialism by Elstun W. Lauesen

A state program to distribute $300 million in grants to small Alaska businesses and nonprofits shut down by the COVID-19 virus has hit bumps.

Palmer Police Chief Dwayne Shelton has returned to duty after being placed on administrative leave with pay on June 1. The city of Palmer released a statement early Monday morning featuring an apology from Shelton after remarks made on his…

University of Alaska Board of Regents Chair Sheri Buretta announced today that after consultation with the Board of Regents, UA President Jim Johnsen is resigning as UA System president. Buretta said the decision regarding a change in leadership was mutual…

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Alaska’s sole coal producer, Usibelli Mines, Inc. is expanding into biomass, using wood from Interior Alaska’s vast forests.

As a member of the Alaska Legislature since 2007, Representative Edgmon is a highly accomplished leader who will bring insights and perspectives on the convention theme of “Good Government, Alaskans Decide.” This year's theme highlights the challenges and opportunities the…