Around Town

Cordova schools begin the year Monday, Aug. 24 with a phased restart plan.

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) proposed Alaska Marine Highway System (AHMS) operating plan for October 2020 through April 2021 is now available for public review and comment through Friday, Aug. 14.

The Copper River Watershed Project is re-launching their fishing web recycling program. Volunteers are needed Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8 to help clean up the pile of nets near the harbormaster's office.

Cordova Public Library’s monthly poetry showcase will take place online at 6 p.m. July 31. This month’s theme will be “life cycles.”

Cordova Public Library’s monthly poetry showcase will take place online at 6 p.m. July 31. This month’s theme will be “life cycles.”

Salmon Jam will take place July 12-18, including virtual Salmon Runs, online musical performances, and various arts and science events.

Copper River Nouveau’s online “silent” auction will run June 12-18. A livestreamed fundraiser featuring Sen. Lisa Murkowski, Pink Martini lead singer China Forbes and others will take place 5-6 p.m. July 18.

Gear up for an Independence Bike Parade and other COVID-consious events coming up in Cordova.

A bike parade, personal picnics, rock-painting, photo show, coloring contest and scavenger hunt are just a few activities planned for this year’s COVID-Conscious Independence Day.

Summer Solstice is Saturday, June 20.