At times, residence will notice a delay when talking long distance, especially during periods of inclement weather. An explanation to family and friends at the start of a conversation may be necessary to avoid confusion during the talk. The Kodiak Daily Mirror and Homeport are the two local papers published on Kodiak. The Kodiak Daily Mirror is published most weekdays, except holidays. It covers local, state news and events and national headlines.
Home delivery is available.
The Homeport is a local newspaper published monthly which provides coverage of local and state information pertinent to the fishing industry. The Anchorage Daily News is flown in daily, including Sundays, from Anchorage. It covers national, state and some local news. Delivery is dependent on the weather. Postal Service Mail service coming onto Kodiak and going off of Kodiak is highly dependent on the weather and other external factors not encountered in the Lower 48.