- New Island “Prow Knob” Emerges in Glacier Bay
In southeastern Alaska, a small mountain formerly surrounded by the Alsek Glacier has now become a fully separate island due to glacial retreat. The area around it has turned into a growing freshwater lake. NASA satellite imagery confirms the separation, which underscores the rapid changes glaciers are undergoing in the region. Live Science - Storm Alerts for Western Alaska Coast
Governor Mike Dunleavy is urging readiness across rural western Alaska ahead of a strong storm forecast to bring high winds (gusts ~70 mph) and potential coastal flooding. Some areas may see water levels up to seven feet above normal high tide, with concerns about erosion and infrastructure damage.
- Mat‑Su Sentinel wins “New Business of the Year”
The Mat‑Su Sentinel, a nonprofit news outlet launched in June 2024, was named the 2025 New Business of the Yearby LION Publishers. The award recognizes young newsrooms showing strong sustainability, impactful local reporting, and operational resilience. Alaska Business Magazine - Mat‑Su Emergency Preparedness Expo scheduled for September 20 in Wasilla
The 17th Annual Mat‑Su Emergency Preparedness Expo will be held at the Menard Sports Center in Wasilla on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free and family friendly, with demonstrations, exhibits, vendors, first aid / CPR training, backcountry safety, etc. Alaska Business Magazine+1 - Surge in single‑family home construction in Mat‑Su Borough
Mat‑Su is seeing its biggest year for single‑family home construction since 2018, with 768 new homes built so far this year. The growth is being driven by population increase, demand for more space and affordability relative to more urban areas. Construction Owners
From glacier shifts to local preparedness, Alaska continues to make news in ways big and small. Let us know in the comments the Alaska news that is important to you! Keep your eyes on the north, and we’ll keep you posted.
