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Law & Order: Oct. 26 – Nov. 1
The following incidents were reported to the Cordova Police Department between 10-26-18 thru 11-1-18. Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations...
Family legend: A man, a woman and a bear
May Hammett Ekemo passed away on October 29, 2018. She lived a rich, full life, and also had many an adventure along the way....
Cordova congregation packs 31 boxes for Operation Christmas Child
Children from Cordova’s Church of the Nazarene are saying Merry Christmas to youngsters in need overseas this year with 31 holiday shoe boxes packed...
Gap in ferry service starting Nov. 19
The FVF Fairweather’s last scheduled sailing will be on Nov. 18, resulting in a gap in ferry service until the M/V Aurora returns for...
Tonkovich leaving Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute
Alexa Tonkovich has tendered her resignation as executive director of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, to pursue graduate studies in international business, ASMI announced...
Anderson’s tile work featured at Boise WaterShed
Cordova artist Michael Anderson’s intricate tile work featuring designs of animals, plants and their natural habitats line the walls of buildings from Alaska to...
Warm water was big driver in historically low harvest
In a year woefully down on commercial salmon harvests, the Copper River catch proved the second lowest in 100 years, while the statewide catch...
Obituary: May Hammett Ekemo
With all four of her children at her side, May Hammett Ekemo passed away at her home in Seattle on Oct. 29, 2018. She...
Cordova & Prince William Sound
Cordova congregation packs 31 boxes for Operation Christmas Child
Children from Cordova’s Church of the Nazarene are saying Merry Christmas to youngsters in need overseas this year with 31 holiday shoe boxes packed with toys, toothbrushes, wash clothes and more.Over two dozen young...
Gap in ferry service starting Nov. 19
The FVF Fairweather’s last scheduled sailing will be on Nov. 18, resulting in a gap in ferry service until the M/V Aurora returns for its first scheduled sailing on Dec. 11.The extended service gap...
Anderson’s tile work featured at Boise WaterShed
Cordova artist Michael Anderson’s intricate tile work featuring designs of animals, plants and their natural habitats line the walls of buildings from Alaska to Idaho, providing education-based art for thousands of visitors.His creative scenes...
Fisheries
Tonkovich leaving Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute
Alexa Tonkovich has tendered her resignation as executive director of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, to pursue graduate studies in international business, ASMI announced...
Fish Factor
Fish Factor: Salmon permit values remain stagnant
Values for Alaska salmon permits have remained stagnant all year, except for two regions, and costs for halibut quota shares have plummeted.For salmon permits, an off kilter fishery that came in 30 percent below...
Alaska
Warm water was big driver in historically low harvest
In a year woefully down on commercial salmon harvests, the Copper River catch proved the second lowest in 100 years, while the statewide catch...
Cordova Culture
Family legend: A man, a woman and a bear
May Hammett Ekemo passed away on October 29, 2018. She lived a rich, full life, and also had many an adventure along the way....
Junior High Wolverines fare well in final home games
Cordova’s junior high basketball squads attracted big crowds and fared well in their final home games of the season here on Nov. 1, 2,...
Cordova Chronicles
Family legend: A man, a woman and a bear
May Hammett Ekemo passed away on October 29, 2018. She lived a rich, full life, and also had many an adventure along the way. One was described on the front page of the Cordova...
Opinion & Commentary
What is the future of Copper River Salmon?
Nearly 40 participants from the headwaters to the Prince William Sound gathered in Glennallen to attend a search conference Nov. 1-3 to discuss the...
Life Announcements
Obituary: May Hammett Ekemo
With all four of her children at her side, May Hammett Ekemo passed away at...
A celebration of life for Irene Webber
The community is invited to join family and friends for a celebration of life for...
Obituary: Laura Lorraine Brown
Laura Brown passed away 5 days after celebrating her 89th birthday on August 30.She was...
Election 2018
Dunleavy, Young and Stutes claim victories in mid-term election
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Dunleavy grabbed a 123,447-102,654-vote edge over Democratic opponent Mark Begich, with...
Commentary: Dunleavy unwilling to speak to Alaska commercial harvesters
By James “Jim” Erickson
For The Cordova TimesMike Dunleavy decided not to participate in the fisheries...
Commentary: Dunleavy will do what’s right for Alaska
By Kenny Gallahorn
For The Cordova TimesMike Dunleavy is hard-working, honest, intelligent, trustworthy and the man...
Letter: I will be voting YES on Ballot Measure 1
Ballot Measure 1, initiated by Alaskan citizens, is under attack from well-funded opposition. Ads are...
Fish Factor: Begich speaks easily on a wide range of fishery topics
“With fisheries, it’s almost the forgotten resource of our state as an economic driver. It’s...
Q&A with Rep. Louise Stutes, Republican incumbent candidate for Alaska State House District 32
Rep. Louise Stutes
Republican incumbent, Kodiak
1. What would you do legislatively to keep the Alaska Marine...
Around Town
Around Town: Give Thanks, Eyak Foundation silent auction and sobriety celebration
Call for thank you letters
‘Tis the season to give thanks! Show your appreciation by submitting a thank you letter for publication in The Cordova Times. Email letters up to 150 words max to share@thecordovatimes.com....
Museum Memories
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Law & Order: Oct. 26 – Nov. 1
The following incidents were reported to the Cordova Police Department between 10-26-18 thru 11-1-18. Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations...
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Law & Order: Oct. 26 – Nov. 1
The following incidents were reported to the Cordova Police Department between 10-26-18 thru 11-1-18. Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations...
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