December 19, 2024Comments Off on Great Alaska Wrestling Conference Regionals results
by Greg Lincoln The Bethel Regional High School Warriors Wrestling team hosted the Great Alaska Conference varsity wrestling regionals tournament last weekend. The top two individuals in each bracket in this division will head to […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Alaska has enormous resource potential
by Governor Mike Dunleavy Alaska is a land of unmatched potential and opportunity. It always has been, and it always will be if we choose the right policies and priorities. This past week, I fulfilled […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on A Viable Option: A Railroad Extension from the North Slope
The recent announcement by the State’s bank AIDEA (Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority) and the Alaska Gas development corporation (AGDC) warrants close examination not only by the legislature, but every Alaskan who might become […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Victory for accessibility and affordability of groceries in Alaska
Following the news that Albertsons has backed out of the $24.6 billion merger with Kroger after a federal judge in Oregon and state judge in Washington blocked the deal yesterday, Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on City Council to consider protest resolution for Uncommon Pizza’s alcohol license
Bethel City Council will be considering a resolution to conditionally protest the renewal of the alcohol license for UCP49 LLC doing business as Uncommon Pizza. The item is on city council’s December 19th, 2024 consent […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Man indicted in Kodiak White Sands Beach Fire
Yesterday (Dec. 12th, 2024) a Kodiak Grand Jury indicted Kavik Skonberg for four counts of Assault in the First Degree and seven counts of Assault in the Third Degree. The charges arose from a Nov. […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Board of Fisheries could stop trawl bycatch in little-known Prince William Sound trawl fishery
by SalmonState The Alaska State Board of Fisheries this week will consider four proposals that would eliminate or reduce bycatch in the Prince William Sound “midwater” trawl fishery, which has zero observers and regularly bycatches […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on 2024 Doyon Settlement Trust Distribution
The Doyon Settlement Trustees approved the Doyon Settlement Trust distribution amount of $12.65 per unit, or $1,265 per 100 units based on fiscal year 2024 performance. This non-taxable distribution will be paid out to those […]
July 19, 2024Comments Off on Fishing on the Qanirtuuq River
Helena Aana Sam of Quinhagak caught her very first King Salmon while trolling on the Kanektok River. “It was a fun and scary experience to catch this big fish,” she said. Photo courtesy of Aana […]
July 19, 2024Comments Off on Kuskokwim River Mainstem fishing opportunities
Pursuant to authority delegated by the Federal Subsistence Board, the Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge (YDNWR) Manager, as In-Season Manager, hereby announces five gillnet fishing opportunities for Federally qualified subsistence users only downstream of the […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Chef Amy to discuss healing and Alaska Native traditional foods
Join the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service and chef Amy Foote for a lunch and learn session titled “Finding Healing in Alaska Native Traditional Foods.” Foote is director of cuisine for NANA Management […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Alaska House Republican Caucus announces Leadership for 34th Legislative Session
The newly formed Alaska House Republican Caucus, 19 members strong, is united and ready to serve the people of Alaska. With a motivated and committed team, the Caucus is determined to bring effective leadership and […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Alaska SeaLife Center admits Northern Sea Otter
by Alaska SeaLife Center Staff The Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) admitted a juvenile northern sea otter to the Wildlife Response Program on the evening of November 16, 2024. The 11 kg male is estimated to […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Alaska Native game celebrated for Language Revitalization
New Mobile Game Featuring Sugt’stun Language Wins Award. Since its 2023 release, Chugachmiut’s game Nunaka: My Village – Where Language Comes to Play has won four educational video game awards and received two additional nominations. […]
The recount for Ballot Measure 2: an Act to get rid of the Open Primary System and Ranked-Choice that was on the November 5th 2024 General Election ballot is now complete and the results are […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Alaska SeaLife Center admits juvenile Northern Sea Otter
Otter has significant facial trauma, was found in Seward, Alaska. The Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) admitted a juvenile northern sea otter to the Wildlife Response Program on the evening of November 16, 2024. The 11 […]
Today (Sept. 23rd, 2024), a Fairbanks jury found 32-year-old Patrick Kelly guilty of two counts of Sexual Assault in the Second Degree and two counts of Sexual Assault in the Third Degree for the March […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on House Majority Coalition announces key leadership positions
Bipartisan Leadership Shares Policy Priorities. The Alaska House Majority Coalition is announcing key leadership positions following results from the general election, with Representative Bryce Edgmon (I-Dillingham) as Speaker, Representative Louise Stutes (R-Kodiak) as Rules Chair, […]
Governor Mike Dunleavy announced today (Nov 27, 2024) the granting of clemency to five individuals who through efforts consistent with changing their life, have warranted consideration for clemency. Each case was carefully reviewed and reflects […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Alaska’s Minimum Wage will increase in 2025
The Alaska minimum wage will increase from $11.73 to $11.91 in 2025. In 2014, Alaska voters passed a ballot initiative to annually adjust the minimum wage for inflation. Alaska Statute 23.10.065(a) requires the Alaska minimum […]
November 28, 2024Comments Off on Alaska House Republicans committed to advancing resource development with President Trump
In a statement issued today (November 8th, 2024), the Alaska House Republican Caucus reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing resource development and investment opportunities for Alaska. In a recent video shared by Governor Dunleavy, President Trump […]
November 1, 2024Comments Off on Alaska House Speaker’s comments raise concerns over voter disenfranchisement
by AFN Staff The Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) expresses deep concern following comments made by Alaska House Speaker Cathy Tilton on a radio show that repealing the witness signature requirement would have, “leaned the […]
by Frank Keim Aqezaqezaqezaqezqzqzqzqzqz… Ever heard that sound? Sure you have. Just walk out in the tundra in spring, and I guarantee, if you listen hard enough, you’ll hear it. Enter, two aspiring bird watchers. […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on What’s Up With That File #234: How Did the Italics Get Into My KJV Bible?
by Tad Lindley Did you ever notice that when you are reading a Bible that some of the ink is red? Or that seemingly random words are italicized? Or that occasionally the word LORD appears […]
by Peter Twitchell When we were kids going to Sunday school at the Moravian Church in Bethel, every December we went in front of the church congregation and recited out loud the verses in the […]
by Tad Lindley Jesus was born in Bethlehem. The place of his birth was actually prophesied about in the book of Micah, As for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, seemingly insignificant among the clans of Judah – […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Bethel Moravian Church Christmas Bazaar
by Peter Twitchell Today my article will be on the Bethel Moravian Church Christmas Bazaar. It was held annually every Christmas as far back as I remember. Mom Sarah and I got a ride from […]
by Tad Lindley It’s quite possible that you, not having grown up around Jewish people, have never heard of Hanukkah. Hanukkah is a Jewish festival that lasts for eight nights and eight days. It is […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Great Alaska Wrestling Conference Regionals results
by Greg Lincoln The Bethel Regional High School Warriors Wrestling team hosted the Great Alaska Conference varsity wrestling regionals tournament last weekend. The top two individuals in each bracket in this division will head to […]
November 28, 2024Comments Off on Unalakleet Wrestlers Make Their Mark at Bush Brawl Tournament
by Thurman Jack Kotzebue, Alaska – Unalakleet Schools made a strong showing at the Bush Brawl wrestling tournament, finishing fourth overall, out of 18 teams, with 132.5 points in a field dominated by larger programs. […]
November 28, 2024Comments Off on Toksook Bay Islanders win LKSD Mixed 6 District Tourney
The Toksook Bay Islander Mixed 6 volleyball team are the Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD) champions and will be representing the Alaska Coastal District at the State Mixed 6 Volleyball tournament in Palmer, AK December […]
November 28, 2024Comments Off on Unalakleet Wolfpack Mix-Six Season concludes at Western Conference Tournament
by Thurman Jack UNALAKLEET, Alaska – The Unalakleet Wolfpack’s mix-six volleyball season came to an end at the Western Conference Tournament, which they hosted this past weekend. The Wolfpack, entering as the sixth seed, played […]
Gloria Mark from Eek, Alaska enjoys reading the Delta Discovery newspaper while moose hunting up river on the North Side this September. Photo by Richard Mark, also of Eek.
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Enjoying the Ride: 2024 Fair Sets Records for Attendance and More
The 2024 Alaska State Fair truly lived up to its theme, “Enjoy the Ride,” as a record number of fairgoers made their way the fairgrounds in Palmer from August 16 to September 2. This year, […]
This rice recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This delicious side dish by Sis Laraux is ready for you to cook […]
November 28, 2024Comments Off on 2024 AFN Citizen of the Year Award Winner
Every year, AFN honors those who have made outstanding contributions to their families and the Native community. The Citizen of the Year Award recognizes the contributions of a Native person who has demonstrated strong commitment, […]
September 21, 2022Comments Off on BRHS hosts Invitational Volleyball weekend
The Bethel Regional High School volleyball teams hosted a weekend of slamtastic with teams from Chevak and Juneau-Douglas participating. The games started on Friday and continued on through Saturday. The Juneau-Douglas Bears varsity team came […]
Katie Kakgailnguq Curtis, born June 24th, 1952 to November 22, 2024. Katie Kakgailnguq Curtis, is preceded by her late parents, Phillip Nurataaq and Maria Cupugniralria Moses, her late paternal grandparents Angalgaq and Nalugaralria Moses, maternal […]
December 10, 2024Comments Off on Leonard David Augustine, Sr. Ingamulria
Leonard Ingamulria Augustine Sr., 74, was born March 6th, 1950, to Willie and Eugenia Augustine at his ancestral home, Nunaqerraaq, AK, in the Black River area. He was the second son of nine children. Leonard […]
The sun set for William Robert Kristovich, Sr. on November 12, 2024, after 91 years of life. Known as Bill to most and Billy by his family, he lived a rich and rewarding life. Born […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on State of Alaska District Court in Bethel
December 3 – 13 Judgments Jonathan Chris, 25 2nd Degree Sex Abuse of Minor 20 Yrs., 10 Yrs. Prob. Alan Stuart, 35 4th Degree Assault, Violate Conditions of Release 365 Days, 5 Yrs. Prob. David […]
Alaska State Troopers received a report from TPOs out of Toksook Bay on 09/01/ 2024 at approximately 10:09 hours, about a head on ATV crash. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 19 YOA Charles Maxie […]
September 19, 2024Comments Off on Charles Ivan indicted for Cruelty to Animals in Akiak
A Bethel grand jury returned an indictment today (Sept. 10th, 2024) for 23-year-old Charles Ivan who was indicted for nine counts of Cruelty to Animals. Ivan is charged with causing the death of seven dogs and […]
Yesterday (July 11th, 2024), after a four-day trial, a jury found 32-year-old Daniel Nick guilty of Kidnapping, Coercion, two counts of Assault in the Third Degree, Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, […]
December 19, 2024Comments Off on Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending
December 13 • On 10/6/2024 at 6:36 PM Medics responded to the report of an unconscious person. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 10/6/2024 at 9:55 PM Medics responded to […]
by Kenneth Hargens 7 December 2021 This incident happened in 2018, I believe. Certainly not any later year. I am sure the month was September as the tourists had left and there was very little […]
July 26, 2018Comments Off on Berry pickers spy Bigfoot
by K.J. Lincoln On Saturday, August 3rd, 2013, a family from Bethel witnessed a very tall, black colored creature walking upright while they were out picking berries. The family of three – the dad and […]
July 26, 2018Comments Off on Hairy Man tracks along the Kisaralik River
by Delta Discovery staff The Kisaralik and Kasigluk rivers snake through the tundra together from the Kuskokwim River and make their way to the Kuskokwim and Kilbuck mountains. Hairy Man people, or Bigfoots, and/or their […]
July 25, 2018Comments Off on Hairy Man sighted in Napakiak
by Delta Discovery staff In late April 2013, a worker at the Napakiak village corporation was just taking a look outside the 2nd story window of the building during the early afternoon hours, when she […]
July 25, 2018Comments Off on Question about Hairy Man or Bigfoot in our land
by Delta Discovery staff By now, you may have read over a dozen stories of sightings of Hairy Man in the Y-K Delta. We still have many more stories that we have collected and will […]
July 25, 2018Comments Off on Whitefish set netters spot Bigfoot
by K.J. Lincoln Two fishermen from Bethel saw a creature too tall to be a human walking upright while checking their whitefish net at the upper mouth of Tarperrnaq River. Dana Kopanuk, was one of […]
by Greg LincolnThe Bethel Regional High School Warriors Wrestling team hosted the Great Alaska Conference varsity wrestling regionals tournament last [...]
