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.
S. Lane Tucker is named U.S. Attorney for Alaska
U.S. District Chief Judge Sharon L. Gleason has announced the appointment of S. Lane Tucker as U.S. Attorney for the District of Alaska.
Governor sues for federal recognition of state-owned lands
State officials have filed a lawsuit against the federal government, asking judges to recognize the state’s ownership of submerged lands within Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, lands that the state says are not yet fully recognized by the federal government.
River Watch will monitor Alaska river breakup
River Watch, a partnership of the National Weather Service Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center and the division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, is on alert to monitor ice-jam conditions this spring and provide timely updates to river communities.
Law & Order: April 18-24
The following is a summary of incidences that occurred or were reported to the Cordova Police Department April 18 through April 24, 2022. Defendant(s) are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
April 29, 2022 edition
The PDF of the April 29, 2022 edition of The Cordova Times is now available to online. Or pick up a print copy at Nichols’, AC Value Center, The Alaskan and Cordova Gear.
Alaska SeaLife Center certified as sensory inclusive
Alaska SeaLife Center has partnered with KutureCity to be the first sensory inclusive certified organization in the state, to assure those with a range of sensory sensitivities a comfortable experience at the Seward facility.
Cordova issues latest update on drinking water quality
A new city annual water quality report, as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act, assures residents that drinking water may be reasonably expected to contain at least small amounts of contaminants but that does not mean the water poses a health risk.
M/V Kennicott set to depart Ketchikan on April 28
State transportation officials this week announced a further delay of the M/V Kennicott coming out of the shipyard due to additional repairs, inspections and certification requirements, saying the ferry would depart northbound from Ketchikan on Thursday, April 28.
NPR-A Record of Decision shuts 11M acres to oil, gas leasing
A Biden administration record of decision on the National Petroleum Reserve Alaska has opened 11.8 million acres to oil and gas leasing, leaving another 11 million acres off limits for sensitive bird populations and the Teshekpuk and Western Arctic caribou herds.
Around Town: Snow White, shorebird art show deadline, car seat checks
Kick of the weekend with Mt. Eccles’ 4th and 5th grade Drama Club's performance of the play “Snow White and Rose Red” Friday at North Star Theatre. Plus, don't miss the deadline to submit pieces to "Avian Art" and other important dates coming up in Cordova in this week's Around Town.
