Mat-Su school bus worker strike to enter fifth week
Contract negotiations between the union and the bus company ended Thursday without an agreement.
‘Hula Hands’ bounces back after burglary
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Hula Hands, well known throughout Southcentral for its Hawaiian staples and warm environment, found itself a little chillier on Sunday morning. After a break-in overnight, Fireweed location manager Roman Sapp said he arrived as usual, at first not realizing the damage. “I walked in and...
Alaska volunteer dedicates 600 hours a year to food bank after husband’s death
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Karen Burnett spends most days in the sorting room at the Food Bank of Alaska, ensuring every donated item finds its place. The Anchorage woman dedicates her time to sorting, packing and organizing food donations. Finding purpose after loss. Burnett’s journey at the Food Bank of...
Anchorage police investigating ‘suspicious’ death in Muldoon neighborhood
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A woman found dead in a Muldoon area home Wednesday morning has triggered a closer investigation, according to Anchorage police. The unidentified woman was found in the 8100 block of Northview Drive, APD reports. Police say two individuals were also taken in for questioning at APD...
UA Giving Day raises over $1M to support students statewide
UA Giving Day 2026 has officially wrapped up, and this year’s fundraiser brought in big results for students across the state. The 49-hour campaign — a nod to Alaska being the 49th state — raised more than $1.1 million to support programs and services throughout the University of Alaska system.
Anchorage seeks input on 5th Avenue median safety barriers
State transportation leaders are asking for public input on new safety barriers planned for the median along 5th Avenue in Anchorage. The project aims to reduce crashes and improve pedestrian safety in the busy corridor. On Wednesday night, the Department of Transportation invited the public to the Seed Lab downtown...
Anchorage school budget approved, closures and cuts move forward
The Anchorage School District’s budget has officially been approved by the assembly, setting in motion school closures, larger class sizes, and program cuts. The decision comes after strong public opposition, with many community members speaking out at the assembly meeting — including supporters of Campbell STEM...
Property tax appeals skyrocketed this year in Anchorage
A record number of Anchorage residents are appealing their property tax assessments this year and that’s created a large backlog. But on Tuesday, the Anchorage Assembly voted to appoint a dozen new members to the Board of Equalization, which is the body that hears the appeals. It's the first time all 21 of the...
5 Major Retail Chains Closing Doors in Alaska: April 2026
Here are the five major retail chains closing doors in Alaska. Following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in early 2026 and the subsequent failure to secure a buyer for its brick-and-mortar operations, Eddie Bauer is liquidating its entire physical footprint. All North American stores are scheduled to close by April...
🛒 Multiple Customer Service & Retail Jobs in Matanuska‑Susitna Borough
The retail scene in the Mat‑Su Borough is buzzing this month, with several well‑known employers hiring for customer‑facing roles. Whether you’re after steady full‑time work or a flexible part‑time gig, there’s something here for every schedule.
