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National and Local COVID-19 Updates

National and Local COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 Testing Options in Valdez Several different options exist in Valdez for symptomatic and asymptomatic COVID-19 testing. All options are by appointment only and at no out-of-pocket cost to the patient. If you are a business or organization seeking testing for a group of five or more people, please contact […]

Science Center Building Begins

Science Center Building Begins

Construction has begun on the Prince William Sound Science Center’s forthcoming 5-
acre waterfront campus. Founded just after the Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989, the nonprofit
Science Center has focused heavily on climate, oceanography, fisheries, birds and oil spill
research in the region,

COVID Cases Surge in Valdez

COVID Cases Surge in Valdez

Since the time of our last weekly summary on Mar. 26, the community of Valdez received notification of 26 new resident cases and five new non-resident cases of COVID-19. Additionally, one previously announced adult resident case was treated at Providence Valdez Medical Center on Thursday for worsening symptoms and transferred by medivac to an Anchorage hospital for further care.