Commentary: Alaskans, join me in getting a flu shot this year
The coronavirus pandemic makes it doubly important to get a flu shot this year, writes Dr. Anne Zink.
Fish Factor: 2020 seafood harvest in line with previous years
Some surprising results are revealed in the first of a series of briefing papers showing how Alaska’s seafood industry has been affected by the pandemic from dock to dinner plates.
New virus case is connected to Oct. 2 case
Cordova’s 21st case of the novel coronavirus was reported Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Update: City raises alert after spate of new virus cases
"Changing the level is not intended to be a cause of alarm," Dr. Hannah Sanders said. "We just want to encourage community members to proceed with caution and make sure that we’re protecting the vulnerable and fragile people in our population."
Update: Pandemic spread in triple digits for 20th day
Update: A surge in the spread of COVID-19 in Alaska continues with numbers in the triple digits for a 20th consecutive day, with 157 new cases boosting the overall number of cases to 11,039.
Cordova reports 4 virus cases in 1 day
Cordova reported four new cases of the novel coronavirus Friday, Oct. 9, pushing the city’s cumulative case count to 27.
Abuse victims can text for help
Cordova Family Resource Center has long advertised its 24-hour helpline. Now, those seeking relief from domestic violence can also reach out by text.
Public comment sought on fisheries assistance plan
Public comment is welcome through Oct. 19 on the CARES Act fisheries assistance draft spend plan, through which Alaska is to receive $50 million of the $300 million allocated for all coastal states and territories.
Cordova’s virus surge continues
Cordova reported four new cases of the novel coronavirus Saturday, Oct. 10.
Fish Factor: Lower supply pushed up price of wild Pacific salmon
Now that the 2020 pack of Alaska salmon has been caught and put up, stakeholders will get a better picture of how global prices may rise or fall.
