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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Cordovans have until Friday to register for mobile DMV services

1 day ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

Cordovans only have until Friday to register for the mobile Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) service visit. By Wednesday morning more than 150 people had already registered to obtain REAL IDs, and around 15-20 others had registered for driving tests, according to Legislative Information Officer Amy Hodgkins.
Science report highlights values, cultural importance of NPR-A

2 days ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

A new technical and scientific report released on April 21 highlights the ecological and cultural significance of the Western Arctic – including 23-million acres that conservationists contend faces a threat of repeal of protections assured by Congress in 1976.
Cordova speaks out anew on Trump administration’s policies

3 days ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Cordova residents marked the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War on April 19, joining thousands of Americans nationwide with the message “No kings! Not then …not now!” The only kings wanted in Cordova are king salmon, said participants in the rally, organized by the Cordova ProAction Network in response to President Donald Trump’s actions impacting numerous federal programs.
Meet the young minds behind the ‘I voted’ municipal election stickers

6 days ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

While much of the coverage ahead of the March 4 General Election featured the candidates running for office, two lesser-known figures too young to vote played a big role on Election Day. Rory Ensweiler and Gregorio Landaluce, both elementary school students at Mt. Eccles, are the brains behind the two “I voted” stickers that poll workers handed out during the election.
Feds postpone plans to protect endangered whales from entanglement

6 days ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Inclusion of state managed Dungeness crab fisheries in an effort to reduce whale entanglements are being postponed indefinitely, due to funding cuts by President Donal Trump to NOAA. NOAA officials overseeing the scope of the upcoming West Coast Take Reduction Team said on April 16 that NOAA will proceed with convening the team to address the federal sablefish pot fishery in compliance with court orders – including establishing a team specific to this fishery by Oct. 31.
NOAA Alaska 2025 research priorities call for doing more with less

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Researchers at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center – mandated to produce information critical for sustainable management of federal fisheries in Alaska – will be doing more with less in 2025 to produce the data needed by federal fisheries managers. “A loss of staff and uncertainties about the budget have not changed the importance of our mission,” said Bob Foy, science and research director of the Alaska Fisheries Science Center in Juneau, in his April 16 ComFish Alaska presentation.
Cordova Times contributor wins first for best column at Alaska Press Club awards

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Camille Botello

Cordova Times columnist Hank Nuwer won first place for the Susan Nightingale Award for Best Columnist at the Alaska Press Club award ceremony in Anchorage on April 12. The UAF adjunct professor and avid community theater actor is the author of the Times’ “Last Frontier Days” column, where he delves into different historical tidbits about our great state. “Interesting history from the archives, with well told stories that will engage the community,” Alaska Press Club judges said.
New report on Barry Arm warns mariners to remain vigilant

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

A new report from the Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says mariners transiting near Barry Arm should remain vigilant for alerts of landslides into the waters of Prince William Sound. While the Barry Arm landslide currently shows no signs of large-scale active deformation, smaller-scale instabilities on the surface of the landslide still pose a threat of localized tsunami generation in Barry Arm, said a report issued on April 4 by DNR’s Division of Geological and Geophysical Survey.
Reopening of Adak Naval Base under consideration

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Reopening of the Adak Naval Base, which has been closed down for the past 30 years, is under consideration by the U.S. Navy, according to U.S. Sen. Dan. Sullivan, R-Alaska. Sullivan said on April 14 that the Navy is considering opening a full-blown naval base on the site. Other options under consideration include basic infrastructure upgrades and a medium base, facility, he said.
Prince William Sound whale safety from cruise ship collisions prompts response from NOAA, PWSRCAC

1 week ago | thecordovatimes.com | Margaret Bauman

Concerns over whales migrating in and out of Prince William Sound, with oil industry tankers and heavy cruise ship traffic in summer months, have prompted much discussion over whether slowing the speed of these ships would offer a safety net for the cetaceans.