Zachary Snowdon Smith
Zachary Snowdon Smith was the editor of The Cordova Times from February-December 2021.
‘Trump’s Death Clock’ defaced
"That’s not the Cordova way," Jean DeBruler said. "I’ve always had my point of view and, if you don’t like it, you’ve always been able to come talk to me."
City awarded for outstanding drinking water system
“We’re pretty lucky to have such a dedicated, hard-working crew that keeps our drinking water safe,” Public Works Director Samantha Greenwood said.
Gross: ‘I’m not beholden to the Democratic Party’
"I’ll caucus with [Democrats], but I’m not beholden to them," Dr. Al Gross said at a Cordova campaign rally. On issues like guns and immigration, I’m much more in alignment with the Republican Party. I will vote with those parties on those issues."
Burn pile to close for 1 week
The Cordova Burn Pile will be closed from Tuesday, Sept. 29-Oct. 5 so that it can be relocated by about 50 feet.
How to apply for a $500 ‘CordovaCash’ card
Cordova residents can apply to receive “CordovaCash” payment cards as part of a $1 million stimulus program.
Cordova Public Library reopens with plexiglass and plastic gloves
For Cordova Public Library, reopening wasn’t just a matter of putting a hand sanitizer dispenser by the front door.
Cordovans call for tougher drug policing
“I am frustrated that it seems easy for me to see who is selling drugs in town and how they are getting them here and nothing seems to be happening about it,” wrote one survey respondent. “I understand that you can only do things within the law, but I would like to see this issue be handled more proactively and aggressively.”
Local start-up turns saltwater into disinfectant
“What amazes us every day is that we can make something so important and useful out of simple and abundant ingredients: water, salt and electricity,” Bootslyn Roemhildt said.
City passes $1M pandemic stimulus
“I think our community has suffered quite a bit,” Councilman David Glasen said. “I only wish a million bucks went a little farther.”
Winter ferries may fill up fast
“People have to plan ahead and make their reservations early,” said Monika Reghetti.
