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2019 Fire Suppression System Property Tax Exemption Program

2019 Fire Suppression System Property Tax Exemption Program

PUBLIC NOTICE Fire Protection System 2019 Tax Exemption applications are now available at City Hall. To qualify for the fire protection system tax exemption, each structure for which you are applying must contain a fire protection system approved under AS18.70.081 in operating condition, and incorporated as a fixture or part […]

Ferry Service In Prince William Sound Canceled 12-13 through15

Ferry Service In Prince William Sound Canceled 12-13 through15

Due to high winds and heavy seas, the M/V Aurora is unable to transit the Gulf of Alaska. Consequently, the vessel’s sailings in Prince William Sound are canceled for December 13, 2018 through December 15, 2018.  The revised schedule is available at www.FerryAlaska.com and affected passengers have been notified.  Service notices may […]

A Visit to PWSC’s New Demo Kitchen

A Visit to PWSC’s New Demo Kitchen

Prince William Sound College debuted its new demonstration kitchen in Valdez earlier this year. Since then community members have engaged in a variety of classes ranging from Mexican cuisine to nutritious cooking to cake decorating. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat attended a class and returned with this report. Click on his picture […]

Avalanche Closes Thompson Pass

Avalanche Closes Thompson Pass

An avalanche early Saturday morning closed the southern portion of the Richardson Highway outside of Valdez for 12 hours. With limited air service and no ferries running, many city residents were forced to change plans. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat has this report.  Click on his picture to listen to the story.  […]