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.
Harvesters to NOAA: Ecosystem-based solutions are needed
Federal officials looking for recommendations on how to achieve climate-resilient fisheries are being advised that such decisions should be locally defined and drafted to support local livelihoods.
ACAT’s Vi Waghiyi named to White House council
Vi Waghiyi, environmental health and justice program director for Alaska Community Action on Toxics, has been named to the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Around Town: Coloring contest, tax deadline, salmon raffle
The Cordova Historical Museum & Copper River Gallery present an Alaska state-wide art show devoted to birds.
State, NSB launch joint effort on resource management
North Slope Borough and state officials have signed a memorandum of understanding to work cooperatively on issues related to fish and wildlife, with a goal of giving area residents more influence on subsistence resources they depend on.
Tribal Health Consortium launches HIV self-testing program
A new HIV self-testing program has been launched by the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium.
Bill would expand support for sexual assault survivors
Bipartisan, bicameral legislation introduced in Congress would improve and expand access to help for sexual assault survivors needing medical care, including sexual assault examinations.
Law & Order: March 19-25
The following incidents were reported to the Cordova Police Department between March 19-25. Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Kachemak Bay shorebird festival will be live and virtual
Bird lovers bent on participating in the 2021 Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival May 5-9 in Homer will have the option of attending in person or virtually.
Man sentenced for mislabeling carvings as Native art
A former Anchorage gift shop owner has been fined and ordered to do community service for misrepresenting hundreds of his own carvings as having been made by an Alaska Native artist.
NFWF offers grants via Walmart’s Acres for America
Requests for proposals are being accepted by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation through April 15 for Walmart’s Acres for America program to conserve fish, wildlife and plant habitats.
