Serving Alaska's Prince William Sound & Copper River Valley
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Officials from Prince William Sound College hosted University of Alaska Anchorage Chancellor Cathy Sandeen on Tuesday. Sandeen, who describes her position as “principal” of UAA, toured Valdez’s education and healthcare facilities. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat, who is a UAA student as well as a KCHU employee, has this report about how […]
Last Saturday’s Healthier Valdez kickoff brought over 100 residents to Prince William Sound College. Visitors participated in wellness checks, learned about healthy eating and joined in on a year-long contest with prizes. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat interviewed participants and volunteers to get their perspective on this fresh iteration of the annual […]
Advertisement The Alaska Marine Highway System plans to replace the aging ferry currently serving Prince William Sound. The Aurora, built in 1977, will be replaced in May 2020 when the new Alaska Class ferry Hubbard begins serving the region. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat reports on what led to the change and […]
As 800,000 federal employees returned to work on Monday, congressional researchers estimated that the US economy was expected to lose $3 billion due to the 35-day shutdown. Fundraising efforts and food drives in local communities helped those furloughed and working without pay make ends meet. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat has this […]
There are extensive changes coming to the Ports and Harbors in Valdez, and many of them may change the face of the town forever. KCHU’s James Devens has this report. Click his picture below to listen. Advertisement
According to their web site, it’s Iceworm and has been since 1961. The City of Cordova is gearing up for one of its biggest festivals celebrating one of its tiniest residents. The 59th annual Iceworm Festival is a week-long community event, from January 26 through February 2, aiming to […]
Cordova Regular Election 2019 General Information March 5, 2019 Polling place: Cordova Center Community Room A Voting hours: 7:00 am to 8:00 pm To elect: Mayor: One (1) Mayor – For One (1) Regular, Three (3) Year Term Seat A: One (1) City Council Member – For One (1) Regular, […]
Kenny Lake Public Library can help you enjoy winter, not just survive it, with books, movies, audiobooks, classes, eBooks, free technology, PFD forms, and more. Open Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-4:00 and Tuesday 4-7:00. Check by calling 822-3015 to make sure we’re open when it’s near -30º (our closing […]
Valdez Museum hosted its opening reception last Friday for local artist Erica Shirk’s new exhibition “Planetary Alaska.” The works on display explored the state’s natural wonders like volcanoes and glaciers in a more abstract way. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat has this report. Click on his photo to hear the story. Advertisement […]
