The Cordova Times
The Cordova Times is Prince William Sound's oldest newspaper, publishing since 1914. Send story ideas and news tips to news@thecordovatimes.com.
Letter to the editor: Get screened for cancer
Dear Editor, I remember my father talking about the big “C,” referring to the cancer my mother fought. While she lost her battle, there are...
Education funds still a top legislative priority
By Sen. Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak Hello from Juneau, Things are moving at a fast pace as we near the end of our session. The major items...
State extends studded tire removal deadline
On Monday, April 15 the Alaska Department of Public Safety Commissioner James Cockrell issued an emergency order to extend some Alaskans' timeline to keep...
Commentary| Alaska’s public assistance division is on course to serve Alaskans in need more...
By Heidi Hedberg The mission of the Alaska Department of Health's Division of Public Assistance (DPA) is to promote self-sufficiency by providing essential living expenses...
April Legislative Update: The Operating Budget House Bill (HB) 268
By Rep. Louise Stutes, R-Kodiak The Legislature has been focused on the Governor’s proposed budget. Last week, the House Finance Committee considered 100 amendments to...
A tribute to Herbert (Herbie) Jensen
Born November 2, 1948, in Cordova, Alaska, Herb lived a full and exciting life until the morning of March 19, 2024, when he watched...
Citizen oversight leads to safer transportation of oil
By Donna Schantz Of all the advances made in the safe transportation of oil since the 1989 Exxon Valdez Oil Spill, perhaps the most innovative...
Thirty-five years after Exxon Valdez: How has oil transportation changed in Prince William Sound?
By Amanda Johnson In 1989, the few measures in place were inadequate to prevent the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill and the available response resources were...
CHS student writes in for anniversary of Exxon spill
By Holly West Dear Editor, I'm writing in regards to the legacy of the Exxon Valdez oil spill of 1989. A significant amount of the younger...
Legislature focus is on education, governor’s executive orders
By Rep. Louise Stutes Two topics have dominated the legislature this year: education and the governor’s executive orders. Education funding On March 14, Governor Mike Dunleavy vetoed...
