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BE A PART OF THE CELEBRATION... FEBRUARY 21ST
2026
Mat-Su Plunge Returns February 21
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Hello Matsuvians! It’s time to mark your calendar for the official Mat-Su Plunge, “The Original Valley Dip,” being held at the Palmer Elks Lodge on Saturday, February 21, 2026. We look forward to keeping our individuality, spirit, and health intact in 2026. The Mat-Su Sertoma Club has proudly hosted the plunge since 2009. This event is one of the highlights of our chilly winter — a tradition to brave the cold, challenge teammates, inspire family, or simply cross something off the bucket list. All funds raised stay right here in the Valley and help support the American Sign Language Honor So-
ciety at Colony High School, provide scholarship grants, and fund free hearing screenings each month. Teams are an excellent way to gain recognition for an organization. Many groups have found this to be a great team-building event that gets everyone involved in a family-friendly environment while helping the community. Thank you in advance for your support. In service, the Mat-Su Plunge Committee, Mat-Su Sertoma Club. For more info, email valleybd@ vbrealtors.org. Sign up to jump today at matsuhearing.org.
AVAILABLE UNTIL FEBRUARY 28, 2026
(907) 357-FAST To be eligible for the $6,250 loan amount, your expected Federal refund less authorized fees must be at least $8,400. An Easy Advance loan is a loan secured by and paid back with your tax refund and is offered by Republic Bank & Trust Company to eligible taxpayers. It is not your tax refund. Loan amount options are based on your expected Federal refund less authorized fees. If approved for an Easy Advance loan, a Finance Charge will apply. Loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Easy Advance loan proceeds are typically available within 24 hours of IRS acceptance of tax return or within 24 hours before the IRS start date; however, if direct deposit is selected, it may take additional time for VALID UNTIL 2/28/26.
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The Alaska Farm & Garden Show
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Wearable Art & Runway Fashion Show
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To Save a Life
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Rhythm of Wasilla High School Band
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