Zachary Snowdon Smith
Zachary Snowdon Smith was the editor of The Cordova Times from February-December 2021.
City may revisit budget in 1st quarter
“Ultimately, we want to plan not only a balanced 2021 budget, but look forward to the costs and the impacts of a 2022, and beyond, budget,” City Manager Helen Howarth said. “How do we become sustainable and support the community’s needs at the same time? It’s not an easy task.”
What’s the difference between ‘classic’ and ‘old fashioned’ eggnog?
Darigold eggnog comes in two main varieties: “classic” and “old fashioned.” This has left some shoppers scratching their heads: after all, “classic” and “old fashioned” are practically synonyms.
A year without Sobriety Celebration
The Cordova Times sat down with Belen Cook, who coordinated Sobriety Celebration in 1998 and from 2002-2018, to discuss the importance of the event, and the challenges of making it happen.
School to resume with 2 weeks of online classes
Classes at Cordova schools will resume Jan. 4 following winter break, with two weeks of online-only instruction.
200 wooden snowmen delight CCMC residents
It began as a simple plan to hang Christmas lights around Cordova Community Medical Center.
Toys for Tots distributes to elementary-aged and younger kids
Amidst a national toy shortage, Toys for Tots will only be able to provide toys for elementary-aged and younger children in Cordova this year.
COVID-19 vaccine arrives in Cordova
Three health care workers became the first Cordovans vaccinated against the novel coronavirus Wednesday, Dec. 16.
3 new virus cases connected to ‘travel-related event’
Cordova reported three new cases of the novel coronavirus Monday, Dec. 14.
54th virus case is connected to Dec. 7 case
Cordova reported its 54th case of the novel coronavirus Friday, Dec. 11.
City awarded for outstanding pandemic response
“We appreciate the teamwork and collaboration demonstrated by the city of Cordova in response to the pandemic and economic crisis,” said Alaska Municipal League Executive Director Nils Andreassen. “We understand the tireless efforts this requires, and the resilience of the community.”
