🗳️ Mat-Su’s First Look at the Numbers

Joe Redington Jr./Sr. High School in the Knik–Goose Bay area of Wasilla served as one of the designated polling sites for the Mat-Su Borough’s regular election.

By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | November 2025

With early votes in the mix and a handful of tight races, the Matanuska‑Susitna Borough seats are still taking shape ahead of certification.

Here’s a breakdown of what we know so far from the unofficial results of the November 4, 2025 regular borough election:

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✅ What went as expected

• The regular election schedule held, with polls closing as planned and results posted in unofficial form.
• Early and absentee ballots were factored in, the borough’s election page confirms the process for early/absentee voting and the certification timeline. Matanuska-Susitna Borough+1
• No major upsets have been announced yet, meaning the incumbents (in many races) appear likely to hold their ground.

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🔍 What to watch

• Because the results are unofficial, the final totals may shift when all absentee, questioned, and outstanding ballots are counted and certified.
• With several races still close (as indicated by “Needs / Questioned Ballots” in typical spreadsheets), we’re watching for any flips.
• Once the certification occurs (scheduled for November 18 per the election calendar) Matanuska-Susitna Borough+1, the final picture will be clear.

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📌 Why it matters

• The Mat-Su Borough is one of Alaska’s fastest-growing regions, meaning what happens here may affect regional development, infrastructure, and representation. Wikipedia+1
• Borough assembly and school board races (which are part of this election) will set the tone for local policy priorities, from land use to education funding.
• The “unofficial” tag reminds us that the democratic process isn’t over: every valid ballot counts until certification.

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📝 Final take

So far, the election looks orderly and largely consistent with expectations. No dramatic shifts or landslide surprises have been reported in the unofficial tally. That said, in a borough the size of Mat-Su with many precincts and absentee ballots, the final certified results could tell subtle stories about voter engagement, growth-area dynamics, or shifts in local sentiment.