The latest news, sports, and weather from the Valdez-Cordova Census Area area․
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Local News
Recent updates include discussions on infrastructure improvements, particularly regarding road maintenance and harbor upgrades in Valdez․ The Cordova City Council is addressing budget allocations․ Fisheries management remains a key concern, with ongoing debates about salmon harvests․
Sports Scene
High school sports are in full swing․ The Valdez Buccaneers and Cordova Wolverines are competing fiercely in basketball and hockey․ Community recreational leagues offer opportunities for adults in sports like volleyball and softball․
Weather Update
The Valdez-Cordova area is experiencing variable weather conditions․ Expect a mix of rain and snow, especially in higher elevations․ Temperatures are fluctuating around freezing․ Be prepared for icy conditions on roads and trails․ Check local forecasts for up-to-the-minute information before traveling․
Important Links
- Valdez City Website
- Cordova City Website
- Local Weather Forecast
The latest news, sports, and weather from the Valdez-Cordova Census Area area․
Recent updates include discussions on infrastructure improvements, particularly regarding road maintenance and harbor upgrades in Valdez․ The Cordova City Council is addressing budget allocations․ Fisheries management remains a key concern, with ongoing debates about salmon harvests․
High school sports are in full swing․ The Valdez Buccaneers and Cordova Wolverines are competing fiercely in basketball and hockey․ Community recreational leagues offer opportunities for adults in sports like volleyball and softball․
The Valdez-Cordova area is experiencing variable weather conditions․ Expect a mix of rain and snow, especially in higher elevations․ Temperatures are fluctuating around freezing․ Be prepared for icy conditions on roads and trails․ Check local forecasts for up-to-the-minute information before traveling․
- Valdez City Website
- Cordova City Website
- Local Weather Forecast
Community Events
Don’t miss the upcoming Winter Solstice celebration in Valdez, featuring local crafts, food vendors, and live music․ Cordova is hosting a community potluck to celebrate the holiday season․ Check the community calendars for more details․
Local Business Spotlight
This week’s spotlight is on “The Rusty Raven,” a local artisan shop in Cordova featuring handcrafted jewelry, artwork, and souvenirs․ They are celebrating their 5th anniversary with a special sale this weekend․ In Valdez, “Dockside Diner” is offering a limited-time seafood special featuring locally caught halibut․
Outdoor Recreation
Despite the colder weather, opportunities for outdoor recreation abound․ Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails are open and well-maintained․ Remember to check avalanche conditions before venturing into the backcountry․ Ice fishing is also becoming popular as the lakes freeze over․
Health & Safety
Local health officials are reminding residents to get their flu shots․ With the colder weather, it’s also important to be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning risks․ Ensure your heating systems are properly ventilated and install carbon monoxide detectors in your home․
Looking Ahead
The Valdez-Cordova Census Area is preparing for the upcoming holiday season․ Local businesses are gearing up for increased tourism, and community groups are organizing charitable events․ Stay tuned for more updates on these and other local happenings․
