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Masks Not Political-Editorial

OPINION Public Health is not Political It’s time that we stand back and take a look at our reactions to public health-related precautions to prevent spread of COVID-19. Health precautions are not effected by a person’s politics any more than a virus is. Neither has anything to do with a […]

A Word from McCarthy Area Council

A Word from McCarthy Area Council

The summer tourism season has begun in the McCarthy-Kennecott community.  The McCarthy Area Council welcomes visitors to our beautiful valley this summer but wants to remind everyone that the area has limited access to medical care and resources.  Please visit responsibly and safely during the coronavirus pandemic. The council asks that people […]

Valdez Museum Reopens 7/1

Valdez Museum Reopens 7/1

Valdez Museum Reopens to Visitors on July 1st Valdez, Alaska, June 25, 2020 –The Valdez Museum & Historical Archive on Egan Drive in downtown Valdez will reopen on July 1st, under new health guidelines that ensure a safe environment for visitors, volunteers and staff. With the July 1st reopening visitors will experience the “new normal” […]

Kory Maillet on KCHU Coffee Break

Kory Maillet on KCHU Coffee Break

An interview and live music set with local guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Kory Maillet. Kory discussed his background and musical influences and performed both original and cover songs in the studio. There was also a discussion about the Grateful Dead, why people like them and why they don’t .

KCHU Coffee Break-Valdez Economic Relief 5/20

KCHU Coffee Break-Valdez Economic Relief 5/20

The COVID-19 Economic Relief Program, established by Valdez City Council, provides a one-time economic relief payment to qualifying Valdez households & local businesses adversely impacted by the pandemic. Sharon Scheidt, Mayor Pro Tem, and Brian Carlson, City Finance Director, discussed the conception, requirements, and execution of the program on KCHU’s Coffee Break on 5/20 Click play below to listen.