
25 Million tons of freight shipped through Valdez annually for past several years
In 2023, 97% of freight by weight moving through the port consisted of crude petroleum.

What killed the world’s giants?
Most of the large animals that have walked the surface of Earth are no longer here. Why?

Notice of Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for a Helipad
The Valdez Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chambers at 212 Chenega Avenue, Valdez, Alaska.

Heavy snowfall and extreme harbor conditions sink nine vessels in Juneau
Juneau has been experiencing storms bringing heavy, wet snowfall that has been freezing and causing major issues at Juneau Harbor.

Alaska Native Population makes up 14% of Valdez community
According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the Alaska Native population in Valdez grew to 14% of all residents, totaling nearly 550 people.
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Music News

ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam team up for co-headlining 2026 tour
ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam will co-headline The Dos Amigos Tour, traveling across the Midwest, South, and East…

ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam team up for co-headlining 2026 tour
ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam will co-headline The Dos Amigos Tour, traveling across the Midwest, South, and East…

Zach Bryan drops acoustic version of “With Heaven On Top”
Zach Bryan has released an acoustic version of his sixth studio album, With Heaven on Top, which dropped…

From Ashes to New share their latest song ‘Drag Me’
From Ashes to New wrapped up 2025 with the release of their new single, “Drag Me. ” Singer…
Sports News

Brooks Koepka to face penalties after leaving LIV Golf to return to PGA Tour
Brooks Koepka is officially heading back to the PGA Tour in January 2026 after leaving LIV Golf in…

Patriots’ CB Christian Gonzalez in concussion protocol after injury during Sunday’s win vs. Chargers
New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez is in the NFL’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury during…

Buffalo Bills defeat Jacksonville Jaguars 27-24 in AFC wild-card playoff
Bills’ quarterback Josh Allen delivered a breakout postseason road performance Sunday, lifting the Buffalo Bills to a 27-24…

Notre Dame releases statement after battery claims involving head coach Marcus Freeman
The University of Notre Dame has firmly denied allegations that football coach Marcus Freeman assaulted a high school…
