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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City to solicit proposals for old Science Center building

1 day ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

The old Prince William Sound Science Center building on the water may see new tenants in the near future. That’s after weeks of discussion by the Cordova City Council, which voted on April 16 to send out a request for proposals (RFP) for the former Science Center. The building, which stands on top of a dock along Breakwater Avenue, has sat mostly dormant since January 2023.
Sullivan slams Trump administration for lack of critical fisheries surveys

5 days ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

President Donald Trump and his officials got an earful last week from Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, about the lack of their efforts to do fisheries surveys to inform stock assessments and production of timely regulations to open commercial fisheries. “When the federal government doesn’t do that, you screw the hard-working fishermen of Alaska and America,” Sullivan told Paul Dabbar, the nominee to serve as deputy secretary of the Department of Commerce, during a Senate hearing on May 1.
Copper River Delta Shorebird Fest receives Western Hemisphere honors

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

From a bird calling contest to the Great Cordova Birding Challenge, the 2025 Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival, which ended Sunday, offered something for everyone. But the festival was especially meaningful this year, as it received honors as the first Alaska shorebird habitat to be included in the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network (WHSRN).
The crash and rescue of Jimmie Mattern

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

The year 1933 brought nothing but bad news for many people. The country still had a long recovery ahead from the bad effects of the 1929 stock market crash. Unemployment numbers soared. Farmers living in the drought-struck Dust Bowl abandoned their farms. Newly minted migrant workers headed for California, barely making a living age as farm workers sleeping in their automobiles.
City announces indefinite Bob Korn pool closure due to ‘facility issues’

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

The city of Cordova announced on Friday that it will close the Bob Korn Memorial Swimming Pool indefinitely starting on May 10, citing “ongoing facility issues that require immediate attention.” “Please be assured that city staff are working diligently to resolve the matter as quickly as possible in order to safely resume operations,” the city’s announcement said.
Mayor’s Message: Encourage federal reps to continue funding schools, child care

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Kristin Smith

By Mayor Kristin SmithHello Cordova! Thank you for all the well wishes I’ve heard from so many of you – I’m buoyed up by the votes of confidence and excited for the chance to help facilitate the public dialogue that’s so critical for moving our community forward. Please join us for a meeting sometime and support our new and continuing Cordova City Council members.
Reintroduction of Arctic Refuge Protection Act draws mixed review

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

A new chapter in the debate over oil and gas leasing, exploration and development in the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) opened on April 29 with the reintroduction of the Arctic Refuge Protection Act. The legislation would permanently halt mineral extraction on ANWR’s Coastal Plain, safeguarding subsistence for Indigenous residents of the area who depend on the Arctic refuge for sustenance. Signers of the legislation include Sens. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., Edward J.
AMCC calls for small boat fisheries protections from executive orders

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Small boat fishermen are working to assure benefits for coastal harvesters under new executive orders earmarked to restore American seafood competitiveness. “It all hinges on how it gets implemented,” said Michelle Stratton, executive director of the Alaska Marine Conservation Council (AMCC), in an interview on April 28.
Net Your Problem returns to Cordova May 7-17

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

In advance of the celebrated Copper River commercial salmon season opener on May 22, Nicole Baker of Net Your Problem will be back in Cordova from May 7-17, walking the docks to talk with harvesters about how to recycle their worn-out fishing gear. “We’ll be letting people know about the options for recycling and what they need to do before they drop it off,” said Baker, who will be making her fifth visit to Cordova to encourage recycling of old fishing gear.
More than 200 Cordovans registered for mobile DMV, visit date still to be determined

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

The city of Cordova sent the state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) 256 applications from locals seeking mobile DMV services. That’s according to the Cordova Legislative Information Office, which just tallied its total number of mobile DMV applications after the April 25 registration deadline. Now, applicants just have to wait for state officials to schedule their visit to Cordova.