The Cordova Times

Founded in 1914, The Cordova Times holds the distinction of being the oldest newspaper in Prince William Sound. Since April 2016, it has been tribally owned by the Native Village of Eyak, which brings a fresh perspective with an upgraded website and broader distribution. Based in the quaint coastal town of Cordova, Alaska, our publication delivers news that resonates across the entire state, connecting with readers in every village. We offer a well-rounded mix of statewide and local stories, from political updates that affect all Alaskans to detailed reports on fisheries, as well as coverage of arts, festivals, and features that capture the essence of small-town life.

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Copper River sockeye fleet heads out

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Harvests of highly prized Copper River red salmon were slow in the first opener on May 22, and doubled in numbers in the second opener on May 26, but state biologists say the next few openers will tell the real story of whether the fishery is tracking as forecast. Preliminary data posted on May 26 by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) showed a total harvest of 80,089 red salmon – including 27,020 from the first opener and 52,260 from the second opener.
City reaffirms commitment to fund Cordova School District

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

The Cordova City Council last week voted unanimously on a resolution to fund the Cordova School District the full amount district officials requested for the year ahead. During its May 21 regular meeting, members of the council deliberated on whether or not to fund the entire $2.3 million amount the Cordova School District requested at a work session earlier this month – or to cut that by $117,000 to save money in the city’s budget.
RISE program prepares Cordova for summer season

2 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

An innovative program led by the Cordova Chamber of Commerce, designed to promote locally driven economic growth through new businesses, is ready for summer with options ranging from charter boats and wildlife viewing to kayak rentals and shuttle bus service.
Bill targets watershed protection for Bristol Bay salmon

2 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Legislation aimed at protecting the Bristol Bay watershed in southwest Alaska, home of the world’s largest run of wild sockeye salmon, was introduced on May 20, by Speaker of the House Rep. Bryce Edgmon, I-Dillingham, and Rep. Andy Josephson, D-Anchorage.
Stutes, Stevens join colleagues to override Dunleavy’s education funding veto

2 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

Both Cordova lawmakers Rep. Louise Stutes and Sen. Gary Stevens voted on Tuesday to override Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s education funding bill. The override vote came after Dunleavy vetoed House Bill 57 yesterday, which outlined a $700 increase to the state’s Base Student Allocation (BSA) – Alaska’s per-student public school funding model. The governor’s veto on May 19 was the third time in two years he has vetoed education bills to increase the BSA.
Health care survey asks Cordova about priorities, needs

3 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

A health issues survey out for public response through June 30 will help guide Cordova Community Medical Center (CCMC) to address community health needs. The survey every three years, as federally required, is to learn what health care issues are most important to Cordovans, where they get their health care information, and whether they are aware of the services provided, according to Barbara Jewell, director of community programs at CCMC.
Cordova School District proposes major budget cuts, as state continues to spar over BSA

3 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

Officials with the Cordova School District Board of Education are on track to cut around $900,000 from their operating budget for next year, while the state government continues to spar over increases to the statewide Base Student Allocation (BSA). School board officials outlined their budget at a joint work session with the Cordova City Council on May 7, summarizing the cuts they’ve made in order to balance the budget.
Bill to improve insurance options for commercial harvesters nears final action

3 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

A bill aimed at improving odds for commercial fish harvesters to get business insurance was on the Alaska state Senate agenda for May 16, after clearing both the House and two Senate committees. House Bill 116, sponsored by the House Special Committee on Fisheries, had its second reading on May 14 on the Senate floor and was then scheduled for a third reading and vote two days later.
Conservation lawsuit draws barbs from ALFA

3 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

A lawsuit filed against National Marine Fisheries Service by a Seattle conservation entity alleging failure to comply with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) is drawing sharp barbs from the Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association and Alaska Marine Conservation Council.
Artists in Nature begins new Cordova project about ‘two halves of a beating heart’

3 weeks ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Artists in Nature is back in Cordova for a new three-year project bent on raising awareness of the importance of nature conservation to protect Alaska’s rainforest, wild salmon, and Indigenous culture in a region that hosts the largest shorebird migrations on Earth.