City Council and School Board Elections – May 5th
Polling places open from 7am to 8pm.
Meeting deadlines and interesting people
The deadline has been my quietly relentless muse for the last 30 years. She used to give me headaches. But then I met her so many times that the headaches stopped.
Repaving Project to begin Mid-May
The City of Valdez is expecting to begin substantial repaving work on Meals Ave from intersection of Pioneer Ave, up Robe River Drive to 1st entrance of VHS, beginning in mid-May through October
Structure Fire on Gulkana Street Contained by Valdez Fire Department
No human injuries reported in late-night fire.
Notice of Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for a Well House (Utility, Class I)
The Valdez Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chambers.
Music News
Little Big Town, Jake Owen, and Thomas Rhett added for Alan Jackson’s final concert
The lineup for Alan Jackson’s final tour stop continues to grow. The country legend has added Little Big…
Brantley Gilbert returns with the single “Good Damn”
Brantley Gilbert is ushering in a fresh phase of his career with the release of his latest track,…
Foreigner expands their 50th anniversary tour through Fall 2026
Rock icons Foreigner are celebrating their 50th anniversary with an expansive global celebration packed with concerts, creative projects,…
Zayn Malik cancels U.S. leg of ‘Konnakol’ tour after health setback
Zayn Malik has officially scrapped all U.S. dates on his upcoming Konnakol Tour following a recent hospitalization for…
Sports News
Knicks hold off 76ers with 108-102 win, to take 2-0 lead in Eastern Conf semifinals
The New York Knicks survived a much tougher challenge in Game 2, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 108-102 on…
Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa to undergo season-ending ankle surgery
The Houston Astros have been dealt another major setback, as shortstop Carlos Correa will miss the rest of…
Colorado Avalanche take 2-0 series lead with 5-2 win against Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild’s pursuit of the Stanley Cup hit another snag Tuesday night, as the Colorado Avalanche secured…
Detroit Pistons beat Cleveland Cavaliers with 111-101 win in Game 1 of semifinals
The Detroit Pistons opened their Eastern Conference semifinal series with a 111–101 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on…