Zachary Snowdon Smith
Zachary Snowdon Smith was the editor of The Cordova Times from February-December 2021.
Review: Beanpole
“Beanpole” is a quiet war film. Its weapons are not bombs or bullets, but starvation and shortages.
Review: Capone
“Capone” is not impressive, but it is quite watchable.
City shies away from state’s rapid reopening
The city of Cordova’s decision to move itself more closely in sync with state coronavirus policy was tested when Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced his intention to rapidly lift almost all state emergency restrictions on businesses.
Library provides venue for Cordova’s budding poets
A new program will give Cordova’s aspiring poets a forum to develop and share their work.
Free virus testing now available to the general public
Free coronavirus testing is now available to anyone who feels they need it.
CEC foreman awarded for outstanding engineering work
“I’m not really an ‘awards’ kind of person,” CEC Production Foreman Nate Cain said. “I was humbled, and maybe even a little embarrassed, to have the publicity.”
CFRC quizzes high schoolers on substance abuse
Cordova Family Resource Center is asking high schoolers to answer one question: “At what age do you think most teens are introduced to alcohol and/or drugs?"
State health officials gauge local COVID-readiness
A group of visiting public health officials toured Cordova’s health care facilities Wednesday, May 13. The visit gave state and federal officials an opportunity to observe the challenges facing Cordova in devising a response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Alaska Chamber postpones special visit to 2021
A special visit by members of the Alaska Chamber to touch base with Cordova business leaders, scheduled for June 3-5, has been pushed back to June 2021.
Online story time draws inspiration from vintage radio
With inspiration from classic radio programs, Cordova Public Library has moved its read-along program onto Instagram. The program, initially designed for kindergarten-aged children, has now been adapted for elementary students and older people.
