51st virus case is travel-related
Cordova reported one new case of the novel coronavirus Tuesday, Dec. 1.
COVID-19 hits Whittier harbor staff
After evading the novel coronavirus all spring and summer, the staff of the harbor at Whittier has seen several asymptomatic staff test positive for the virus. Harbormaster David Borg said Tuesday, Dec. 1 that they will all observe a 14-day quarantine period.
CDC’s new guidance would allow for shortened COVID-19 quarantines
New pandemic quarantine guidelines issued Wednesday, Dec. 2, by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would allow those who may have been exposed to COVID-19 to shorten their quarantine period from 14 to seven days with a negative COVID-19 test.
Update: COVID-19 infection total in Alaska reaches 38,707
Update: Infections of the novel coronavirus pandemic keep rising, with 580 new infections confirmed on Monday, Dec. 7, after a record 933 cases earlier in the week, state health officials said.
52nd virus case is travel-related
Cordova reported its 52nd case of the novel coronavirus Monday, Dec. 7.
City awarded for outstanding pandemic response
“We appreciate the teamwork and collaboration demonstrated by the city of Cordova in response to the pandemic and economic crisis,” said Alaska Municipal League Executive Director Nils Andreassen. “We understand the tireless efforts this requires, and the resilience of the community.”
First shipments of COVID-19 vaccine coming soon to Alaska
State health officials say the first shipments of COVID-19 vaccine are expected to arrive in Alaska soon and that they are working with federal, state, tribal and military partners to plan for the state’s vaccination needs.
53rd virus case is related to previous case
Cordova reported its 53rd case of the novel coronavirus Wednesday, Dec. 9.
Registration reopens for Cordova Cash cards
The city has reopened registration for Cordova Cash payment cards until 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14.
Update: COVID-19 infection total in Alaska reaches 42,473
Update: Infections of the novel coronavirus in Alaska keep rising, with 616 new infections confirmed on Wednesday, Dec. 16, including two in Cordova and four in the Valdez-Cordova Census Area, plus two more resident deaths, state health officials said.
