Around Town: 30th Shorebird Festival, 2020 graduation, centennial drive
The 30th Annual Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival is going online May 7-10. Visit coppershorebird.com to watch videos, see new photos, get updates on migration, win prizes, and participate in a birding challenge.
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.
COVID funds for ANCSA firms halted by judge
A U.S. District Court judge has put a temporary halt on disbursement of any of the $8 billion in pandemic relief funds to Alaska Native regional or village corporations founded under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, pending a final decision in the case.
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.
Fish Factor: New mandates issued for independent harvesters
Strict new rules are now in place for Alaska fishermen and their vessels to protect against and prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the 2020 salmon season.
COVID-19 infection count reaches 370, with 263 recovered
Case counts on the number of Alaskans infected by the novel coronavirus pandemic continue to rise on a single digit basis, with two new cases confirmed on Monday, May 4, bringing the statewide total to 370, with 263 people now recovered.
Commentary: Don’t fall into the paws of puppy scammers
Who let the dogs out? It’s a question you may not have asked yourself this pandemic, but with animal shelters around the nation reporting empty kennels, the question begs answering.
Regional health corporation wants fishery closed
Bristol Bay Area Health Corp. wants state officials to close the 2020 Bristol Bay area wild salmon fishery, citing the potential devastating risk to residents of 28 villages the regional entity serves.
Fishermen may come into town for essential reasons during quarantine period
Case counts of the number of Alaskans infected by the novel coronavirus pandemic continue to rise on a single-digit basis, with three new cases reported on Sunday, May 3, bringing the statewide total to 368, with 262 people now recovered.
State confirms support for completing mine project EIS
Alaska Department of Natural Resources officials are urging full speed ahead by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in completing the Pebble mine project final environmental impact statement.
