Great News! The City of Wasilla and the Menard Sports Center is happy to announce the partnership with MTA to provide the many families that don’t have internet at home that rely on ‘hot spots’ for internet, to this innovative and unique solution provided by MTA. A FREE ‘drive in’ Wi-Fi hot spot utilizing the Menard Center’s South parking lot! Get online, stay connected with your loved ones, work, take online classes and more, thanks to MTA! All while practicing social distancing. 'Drive in' today!

 GCI says until May 31, 2020, it's offering free internet service or upgrades to Alaskans being affected by the coronavirus.

On Friday, GCI announced special packages broken into different options.

• For existing customers:
  Alaskan households that currently have GCI Internet plans can receive a free upgrade to the next level plan for no additional cost through May 31, 2020.

• For those without GCI internet service:
  GCI is offering entry-level cable modem internet plans for free, where available, until May 31, 2020.

• For K-12 Students and Educators:
  GCI is working directly with the Department of Education and Early Development and the Alaska Council of School Administrators to help get Internet connectivity to K-12 students and educators who may not currently have access. GCI is offering the entry-level plan with Wi-Fi equipment to students and teachers for free until May 31, 2020, and are waiving credit checks and deposits for service and equipment.

• Cellular Wireless Service for Low-Income Families
  GCI also offers Lifeline services for eligible customers who meet the federal qualifications. Lifeline is a federal program that provides wireless service for handheld devices for $1 per month.