Cordova has first coronavirus case
Cordova has recorded its first case of the coronavirus, officials confirmed Wednesday, May 6. An Ocean Beauty cannery employee who flew into Cordova from outside Alaska on Thursday, April 30 tested positive for the coronavirus. The individual, who showed no symptoms, was tested during routine screening while under quarantine.
Foot-operated hand-washing stations installed in harbor
Hand-washing stations have been installed at the tops of all ramps at Cordova Harbor. These stations are entirely foot-operated and dispense both soap and water.
Kennicott’s first Cordova stop is July 3
Long awaited ferry service will return to Cordova every other week this summer, beginning with the arrival of the M/V Kennicott at 11:15 p.m. on July 3, state transportation officials said.
60-box giveaway cleans out Salvation Army food pantry
“We literally ran out of food,” said Pastor Steve Leppert.
Reluctant Fisherman Inn offers quarantine with room service
Self-quarantine is no one’s idea of a dream vacation, but Sylvia Lange has tried to make the experience as un-purgatorial as possible.
Vote to reopen businesses fails narrowly
A vote to repeal a rule extending the closure of non-essential businesses failed 3-4 at a Wednesday, April 29 special meeting of Cordova City Council.
Non-essential businesses told to remain closed until May 20
Independent commercial fishermen now have their COVID-19 marching orders from state officials.
Commercial fishing vessels get COVID-19 mandates
Independent commercial fishermen got their COVID-19 marching orders from state officials Thursday, April 23, a list of protective measures, procedures, travel and access measures they must abide to protect themselves and coastal communities.
NVE, city collaborate on upcoming fishing season
Municipal and tribal leaders are working collaboratively to assure reasonable guidelines are in place for the Copper River fishery, the celebrated annual kick-off of Alaska’s wild salmon season, in the midst of efforts to keep the COVID-19 pandemic at bay.
The Eyak Corporation provides aid for community health
Officials with Native Village of Eyak, The Eyak Corporation and Cordova Community Medical Center are banding together to provide financial relief for Cordova as the community faces the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
