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
Russell Dickerson and Fetty Wap team up on the genre-bending track ‘Boots’
Russell Dickerson is taking a creative leap with his upcoming single “BOOTS,” a collaboration with Fetty Wap set…
Billy Ray Cyrus and daughter Noah Cyrus team up on the song ‘On Our Way Along’
Billy Ray Cyrus is ushering in a new chapter with the release of “On Our Way Along,” a…
Lizzo previews third studio album with video for title track
Lizzo is stepping into a new era with the announcement of her next studio album, Bitch, set to…
Southern California’s ‘Darker Waves 2026’ to feature headliners Morrissey and Smashing Pumpkins
Southern California’s Darker Waves festival is making its comeback in 2026, bringing a stacked lineup of alternative, goth,…
Sports News
Pistons eliminate Magic, Cavaliers defeat Raptors to advance to semifinal matchup
The Detroit Pistons ended an 18-year postseason drought, defeating the Orlando Magic 116-94 in a decisive Game 7…
Canadiens eliminate Lightning with Game 7 win to advance to second-round
The Montreal Canadiens are heading to the second round of the NHL playoffs after a dramatic 2-1 Game…
Knicks deliver historic 140-89 win to eliminate Hawks and advance to semifinals
The New York Knicks turned Game 6 into a record-breaking rout, dismantling the Atlanta Hawks 140–89 on Thursday…
Minnesota Wild eliminates Dallas Stars with 5-2 win to advance to second round
The Minnesota Wild are heading to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after a convincing 5-2…