 NEW VALDEZ HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL NAMED
Gayle Brown has officially accepted the position of Principal at Valdez High School, pending board approval, following her site visit last Monday. Superintendent Tim Bauer said Brown comes highly recommended by the student interview committee as well as a diverse group that conducted a second interview. “Gayle brings with her a lot of energy and she is beyond excited to join our team here in Valdez,” said Bauer. Read more
Prom photos at the Dock
STATE TROOPERS WARN PUBLIC: LETHAL BATCH OF ILLEGAL DRUGS
The Alaska State Troopers have responded to several suspected overdoses this week in the Mat-Su area. Law enforcement believe that a lethal batch of illegal drugs is currently circulating in the Mat-Su, causing the rise in overdose events. At this time, at least three people are believed to have died as a result of drugs likely containing fentanyl, and at least 11 other overdose emergencies have been reported to law enforcement, since April 1. Read more
2023 STUDDED TIRE REMOVAL DEADLINE EXTENDED
Alaska Department of Public Safety Commissioner James Cockrell issued an emergency order extending the statutory deadline to remove studded tires from vehicles operating on Alaska roadways.
Alaskans living above the 60 North Latitude line, including Valdez and all portions of the Sterling Highway, may use studded tires on Alaska roadways until May 15, 2023. Read more
VHS National Beta Club Members, Induction Ceremony
ANC THIRD BUSIEST IN THE WORLD FOR CARGO IN 2022
The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) surpassed Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to claim the slot for third busiest airport in the world for Cargo. In 2022, 3,461,603 metric tons of cargo transited ANC’s runways.
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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Participants
INTERVIEW WITH SUPERINTENDENT TIM BAUER REGARDING SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Topics covered included: Technology renewal; approval of personnel action report; school handbooks; classified work agreements; COVID-19 Mitigation Plan and attendance policy. CLICK to Listen
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING TONIGHT
City Council Chambers
Agenda Includes:
1.Reports from the Superintendent 2. New Businesses: Approve Technology Renewal in the amount of $18,906.73.
CLICK HERE for Agenda and Packet.
*KVAK will broadcast the meeting LIVE on 1230AM, kvakradio.com, and on the KVAK App.
VHS WEEKEND WRAP-UP
Courtesy of VHS Coaches
Esports
The esports teams just completed their final week of the regular season. Despite some technical difficulties, the Smash Bros. team was able to win enough games to qualify for the state tournament.
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STUDY CONFIRMS PARENTS' BASEMENTS ARE HOTTEST REAL ESTATE MARKET FOR GEN Z & MILLENNIALS
- 2 in 5 Gen Z and Millennials live with their parents
- 55% of parents overall support their children financially
- 60% believe their children won’t be financially dependent in 2023
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VALDEZ AVALANCHE CENTER WEATHER UPDATE
Weekly Report From 4/3-4/9
Weekly Total H20/Snow: 0.23"/3.8"
Weekly HI/LO: 42/19
Monthly Total H2O/Snow: 0.23"/10.8"
Seasonal Total H2O/Snow: 22.53"/240.64"
Annual Total H20: 11.27"
This week's Subway winner is
JEFF POPENHAGEN!
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Have you ever missed the deadline to take the studded tires off of your vehicle?
1. YES
2. NO
CLICK HERE to answer the Question of the Week.
RESULTS FROM LAST WEEK'S QofW
Would you rather have a:
85% - Duck-sized horse
15% - Horse-sized duck
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4/10 - Eric Feige, Brad Schell, Connie Stephens, Devan Walker, Kelly Mitchell, Quinn Falkner
4/11 - Marilyn Warner, Kye Dawson, Jim Nygaard, Angela Barnett
4/12 - Kelsey Prax, Darryll Canida, Don Haase, Jennifer Smith, Rene Chrystal, Stacie Knight, Sara Gilmore, Rebecca Jacobs, Kelly Rebal
4/13 - Erik Westman, Krystal Moulton, Susan Ruscoe, Samuel Carver, Robert Dunning
4/14 - Carly Benda, Carrie Schliesing, Robert Harden, Meta Weaver
4/15 - Danielle Allen, Kamila Xavier, John Beeter
4/16 - Dona Kubina, Jennifer Sweitzer, Janai Comer, Juston Freeman
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CLICK for Hillclimb Video
VALDEZ MOUNTAIN MAN HILLCLIMB
4:30-7pm Thursday – Racers Registration at Valdez Brewing
Calcutta at Valdez Brewing following registration – Racers will be auctioned off
HILLCLIMB Friday * Saturday * Sunday
Mile 28 ½ Richardson Highway
CLICK HERE for Registration
CLICK HERE for Rules & More Info
Please drive carefully in Thompson Pass
MORE ABOUT HILL CLIMB RACES
KVAK’s Laurie Prax talks with Andrew Roche of the Valdez Snowmachine Club about Hill Climb Races. CLICK to Listen
STAY SAFE IN BEAR AND MOOSE COUNTRY: PRESENTATION TONIGHT
Free Presentation Tonight
7pm – Valdez Civic Center
Instructor: Marian Snivley, Wildlife Education Specialist, Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Sponsored by: City of Valdez, Valdez Animal Control and ADF&G.
SOUTH CENTRAL HARDWARE
OMG SEEDS!
Look at all of them! Buy a few, buy them all. Find all your gardening goods in one place. Come inside to see the changes we’re making to the store and take advantage of some deep discounts on select items.
THIS WEEKEND'S MOVIE: SHAZAM
Friday 7pm; Sat & Sun 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
CLICK for Information
THE CHAMBERLINERS: APRIL 22ND
Classically trained musicians take on the local pubs with a Celtic, classical fusion of folk and pop. Great for all ages!
CLICK to learn more about The Chamberliners. CLICK HERE for tickets.
Vote in the CVEA Director election!
Get info & Meet the Candidates HERE
There's one candidate running for the single seat in each district, but it is
still VERY IMPORTANT that you VOTE!
The Cooperative needs a 10 percent return to constitute a valid election, so please make your vote count.
Don’t forget to sign the back of the ballot envelope and mail so it is received in the proper mailbox by the 5 pm, Tuesday, April 25 deadline.
All valid ballots, returned by the deadline, will be entered to win a $50 energy credit.
Click HERE for Ruralite Meet the Candidates article
2023 CVEA Annual Meeting
Learn more: cvea.org/about/annual-meeting-information
Valdez District: Tuesday, May 2nd at the Valdez Civic Center
Registration begins at 5:30pm, the meeting begins at 6.
*Director Election Results * Issues and Opportunities * Scholarship Awards * Food, gifts, and tons of great door prizes * A $10 energy credit registration gift (one per membership) * $1,000 grand prize
BUC SPORTS THIS WEEK
Band/Choir @ Region Festival, Anchorage Christian School, Thurs-Sat
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