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Month: April 2018
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2018 State NYO
Posted by Greg Lincoln on Friday, April 27, 2018
Classifieds
Speak Your Mind
Has the Donlin Gold Project EIS Process Served the Residents of the Kuskokwim Well?
by Dave Cannon Back in January of 2013, when the Army Corps of Engineers held their initial “scoping meeting” in Aniak as part of the Donlin Gold Project Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process, I and […]
Village Telegraph
A Statement from former Calista Chairman
by Wayne Don Calista Corporation Shareholders: In the coming days you will see a press release endorsed by a slim majority of the Calista board of directors who initiated action to remove me as the […]
Contributors
The Skies the Limit to finding gainful employment
by Peter Twitchell Anchorage has given me even more options what to do to help people. I have been going to 3 job fairs and everyone wants to hire someone for the busy summer months […]
Contributors
Daniel’s 70 Weeks Part 2: The Rise of the Antichrist
by Tad Lindley If you didn’t read last week’s column you might want to read that first, as this is a continuation. If you don’t have access to it, please read Daniel 9:24-27 with the […]
Village Telegraph
New report on CDQ program confirms deep flaws and explores potential solutions
by CVRF Staff Coastal Villages Region Fund has commissioned and released a report examining economic need among the areas served by each of the six Western Alaska Community Development Quota (CDQ) groups. Coastal Villages is […]
Contributors
Sports
Warriors unveil new track program at Homer Invitational
by Tommy Wells The Bethel Regional High School Warriors scored a first on Saturday when they stepped onto the track at Homer High School. Although they failed to claim a medal, the Warriors sprinted their […]
Inside Bethel News
BRHS Warrior Archers place 3rd at Western Nationals
by Rafe Johnson Last week 26 Bethel Archers traveled to Salt Lake City, Utah to compete in the first ever Western Nationals for the National Archery in the Schools Program. Competing against hundreds of archers […]
Village Telegraph
Kuskokwim Grand Pike
Crystal Savok caught this giant pike inside Kialiq River a few miles from Tuntutuliak on April 7, 2018. “It was so big it couldn’t fit out of the fishing hole,” wrote Minnie McIntyre. “We had […]
Inside Bethel News
KuC Student of the Year Awards
by Cindy Andrecheck University of Alaska Fairbanks Kuskokwim Campus is pleased to announce its Student of the Year Awards. Full-time Student of the Year Award was presented to Thomas Andrew Rudy Mian’aq Daniel from Bethel, […]
Sports
LKSD District NYO Meet Results
Kneel Jump High School Girls 1 Mikayla Kassaiuli, Newtok, 43” 2 Katelyn Paul, Kipnuk, 42 ¼” 3 Keisha Demientieff, Akiuk, 40” 4 Amanda Kanrilak, Tununak, 37 5/8” 5 Albina Andy, Newtok, 37 3/8” Boys 1 […]
Inside Bethel News
Kuskokwim Ice Classic Minute Madness A Second Chance Contest!
The tripod is about to move! Wish you had another chance at a jackpot? For the second year, the Kuskokwim Ice Classic is offering a second guessing opportunity in addition to the regular Ice Classic […]
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel April 16 – 20
Judgments Nickanoff W. Peterson, 34 1st Degree Burglary 1 Yr., 3 Yrs. Prob. Jessica R. Waska, 26 Reckless Driving, Violate 24 Hrs. CWS, Conditions of Release 5 Days, 1 Yr. Prob. Garis Kinegak, 31 4th […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending April 20
• 4-14-18 at 2:04 pm Medics responded to the area of AC Main Store for the report of a person with a fast heart rate. Patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • 4-14-18 […]
Letters to the Editor
What can you do after high school?
Graduation is coming close, and life after high school is much more interesting. Having a high school diploma is a ticket into the world. Mr. Dyment, the KLA Dean of Students and Math teacher, said, […]
From The Editor
Complicated grief
by Greg Lincoln Last week we talked a little about our elders. Since then, we have had other thoughts that we would like to include. As an elder grieves, we think of the many times […]
Inside Bethel News
Klejka claims 4th at Kobuk 400
by Tommy Wells Jessica Klejka turned in an outstanding performance this weekend at the Kobuk 440 sled dog race. The Bethel standout guided her team to a fourth-place finish in one of the state’s top […]
Contributors
Much ado about meatloaf
by Millie Bentley Greetings. My mom was an excellent down home cook. I told her one time that I missed her cooking; she replied, “Well, I miss a lot of things now and then, but […]
From The Editor
Elder Wisdom
by Greg Lincoln There are many stages of life. How does grief affect the elderly? We have elders among us and in our families that we love and cherish. How do they deal with bereavement? […]
Delta Lifestyles
Alaska hot springs, far and wide
by Ned Rozell KANUTI HOT SPRINGS — After a few hours of skiing through deep snow, Forest Wagner and I smelled a tuna sandwich. We knew we were closing in on warm pools of water. […]
Delta Lifestyles
AVEC awards Top 10 Power Plant Operators of 2017
by Amy Murphy Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC) announced the Top Ten Power Plant Operators of 2017 during its recent annual meeting in Anchorage. The following plant operators received recognition for their outstanding achievements: Freddie […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending April 6
• On 04-02-18 at 1:21 a.m. medics responded to Tundra Suites for the report of a person with chest pain. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 04-02-18 at 7:06 a.m. […]
Classifieds
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel April 5 – 13
Judgments Garrette W. Moses, 35 Driving Under the Influence $3000, 20 Days Peter Sallaffie, 22 Reckless Endangerment 1 Yr. Prob. Gregory Carl, 30 4th Degree Assault 300 Days Derek P. Anaruk, 38 3rd Degree Assault, […]
Contributors
Daniel’s 70 Weeks Part I: The First 69 Weeks
by Tad Lindley Daniel was a prophet who lived about 2,600 years ago. He was extremely sensitive to the spirit of God. He was mightily used both in the interpretations of dreams and prophetic knowledge […]
Obituaries
Norman Nick Tuq’uq Small April 9, 1969 – February 20, 2018
Norman Nick Small was born to Louis and Ina Small April 9, 1969. Norman went to elementary school in Twin Hills and high school at Manokotak. He graduated from Manokotak and after school he moved […]
Sports
State 1A-3A Basketball Tournament Awards
The Alaska Schools Activities Association presents awards during the State Basketball Tournament during March Madness. This year several student athletes from the Yukon Kuskokwim delta region received awards for their participation and efforts. Notably, the […]
Village Telegraph
Traditional Ecological Knowledge Told by Robert (Bob) Aloysius
by Amy O’Brien Robert Aloysius, better known as Bob, was born July 29, 1935 in Iinruq, which is located between Russian Mission and Holy Cross. On the map it is known as Paimiut. Paimiut was […]
Speak Your Mind
ONC protests liquor license renewal
by Walter Jim The Orutsararmiut Native Council for the Native Village of Bethel protests the possible Liquor License renewal for Alaska Commercial Store. Since the Liquor Store opened many lives have changed, mostly negative. The […]
Village Telegraph
Nussaalar Muriel M Amos releases ‘Nunivak Island Genealogy’
Book shares collection of Cup’ig people’s names, their relationships dating back to early 1800s. Nussaalar Muriel M Amos wanted to find out the ancestry of the Cup’ig people of Nunivak Island. This objective prompted her […]
Sports
Smith wrestles way to gold at Ultimate Challenge tournament
by Tommy Wells Landon Smith wrestled his way to a pair of medals this past weekend at the Arctic Warriors Ultimate Challenge tournament in Wasilla. The Bethel Wrestling Club standout took first in the Folkstyle […]
Contributors
The quietness of long past
by Peter Twitchell Growing up in Bethel was a great time in the old days when Bethel was quiet. We woke up to birds like robins singing, welcoming the new day. The sun was warm […]
Letters to the Editor
Opinion: Alcohol vs. Bethel
Alcohol has been known to Bethel for far too long. Citizens go to war with it every now and then, but those who stay to fight, are usually the ones making a difference. I, for […]
Inside Bethel News
Contributors
Facing a Sexual Addiction
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: How do I know if I am a sex addict? Simply put, if your sexual behaviors create legal, relationship, career, emotional, or physical consequences, yet you continue to engage in […]
Speak Your Mind
Oh… The Children
by Elena Aluskak I remember my childhood; many sweet, happy memories. Memories where I am expressing happy schooldays, fun outdoor activities as well as moments where my mentality was put down by peers or other, […]
In our Native Land
Kuskokwim Ice Fisher
Troy Gregory, age 5, went ice fishing with his parents Constantine and Sophia Gregory 14 miles below their village of Kalskag. He caught this whitefish on April 8th, 2018.
From The Editor
Thoughts of our loved one
by Greg Lincoln It has been hard to find sleep these days and when it is found, it only seems like a brief moment, not quite enough to feel well rested and ready to take […]
Sports photos
Inside Bethel News
Please do not renew liquor licenses
Good morning, my name is Lillian Kiunya, I am from Kwigillingok. I am a mother, aunt, grandmother, a school community advocate and child protection team member for the NVK. I am opposed to the renewal […]
Village Telegraph
Wilderness Retreats For Vets 2017 Annual Report
by Dolly Faulkner Wilderness Retreats For Vets is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. Our mission is the enhance the lives of veterans who served our country. In 2017 we provided home cooked meals, clothing, household items […]
Inside Bethel News
Alaska House Passes the FY19 Operating Budget
by Representative Tiffany Zulkosky On Monday, April 2, 2018, the Alaska House of Representatives passed House Bill 286, the FY19 Operating Budget for the State of Alaska. I voted for the budget and would like […]
In our Native Land
Rookie Race Champion
Congratulations to Angela George of Kwethluk who won the 2018 Rookie Race. She took first place last Saturday in Bethel with her family’s team from the Tag Along Kennels. The Rookie Race is sponsored by […]
Inside Bethel News
BSAR honors two members for rescuing family from open water
by K.J. Lincoln The Bethel Search and Rescue group held a special awards ceremony for two of their members – Tom Martini and Jeff Evon who saved a family who fell into open water this […]
Contributors
The Hypocrite Factor
by Tad Lindley He thought that he had me in checkmate, “Do you realize there’s a man in your church who drinks beer?” In between the lines he was trying to destroy the credibility of […]
Village Telegraph
Kuskokwim Ice Classic deadline approaching
The Kuskokwim Ice Classic deadline of April 16th at 5pm is quickly approaching, so make sure to get your tickets! The jackpot is set at $12,500- the largest jackpot in recent history! Phone sales to […]
Sports
Bethel Wrestling Club competes at Tri-Valley Tournament
The Bethel Wrestling Club competed at the Tri-Valley Greco Roman and Freestyle tournaments at Colony High School last Friday and Saturday. “Bethel’s Club wrestling has been in full swing for about 3 weeks now,” wrote […]
Contributors
Don’t procrastinate
by Peter Twitchell When work and job opportunity comes knocking don’t ignore it. Only you can reach your full potential. As summer is quickly approaching, start planning on what kind of work you’d like to […]
Classifieds
Obituaries
Kevin Gosselin Feb. 16, 1959 – March 19, 2018
Kevin Gosselin, 59 from Bethel, AK/Joliet, MT went to be with his Lord Jesus March 19th after a very brief illness. Kevin was born Feb 16 1959 in Rapid City, SD to Charles and Loretta […]
Contributors
Delectable Shrimp and Pasta
by Millie Bentley Greetings. This week I will share a tomato sauce recipe that I use often. Sometimes I simply add vegetables to the sauce for a hearty main dish. For this recipe I am […]
Inside Bethel News
Suspected Botulism from Unauthorized Vendor Survey Requested by State of Alaska
by Cama-i Committee Staff An unauthorized vendor at the 2018 Cama-i Dance Festival distributed foods traditionally referred to as “Eskimo Salad.” Sharing foods is a traditional practice that is supported by the Cama-i dance festival. […]
Contributors
The E-generation and Reading
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: How are the various forms of social media affecting this generation’s ability to read? Other than blogs that expressed opinions, I was unable to locate any good research on the […]
In our Native Land
Senate votes to allow PFD donations to State General Fund
The Alaska Senate today (April 6th, 2018) unanimously passed a bill to give Alaskans the option of donating all or a portion of their Permanent Fund dividend directly to the state general fund. “I’ve heard […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending April 6
• On 04-01-18 at 2:45 p.m. medics responded to the Sobering Center for the report of a person with a skin condition. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 04-01-18 at […]
In our Native Land
Best in the West 2018 Winners
by Laura Ellsworth The UAF Kuskokwim Campus Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center, and the Best in the West (BITW) partners are pleased to announce the winners of the tenth annual small business competition for 2018. This […]
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel April 2 – 6
Judgments Nathan Agwiak, 33 Driving Under the Influence, 4th $1500, 3 Days, Degree Assault60 Days, 2 Yrs. Prob. Chinace Egoak, 23 Violate DV Protective Order 1 Yr. Prob. Brandon Mayeda, 23Furnishing Alcohol to Persons Under […]
Speak Your Mind
The Beehive and the Gold Mine
by Grant Fairbanks The Donlin Gold Final Environmental Impact Statement issued by the United States Corp of Engineers is being readied for print and any day we will have answers to many many questions. Everyone […]
In our Native Land
The Ultimate Yukon Pike
Nicholas Kelly caught this very big pike while manaqing on March 30, 2018 at Ecuilnguq 32 miles out of his home town of Pilot Station. His fish was 46” long.
Contributors
Memorable trips and accomplishments in radio
by Peter Twitchell I went to the Desert March 23, 2018 to 3.31.18. The desert air agreed with me and I found myself enjoying the cool crisp air in the evenings and the temperature wasn’t […]
Inside Bethel News
“Socks in the Frying Pan” Performing in Bethel April 6
Ending their tour in Alaska and sponsored by Bethel Council on the Arts, Socks in the Frying Pan will be performing at the YP Cultural Center 7:00 pm Friday, April 6. Socks in the Frying […]
Letters to the Editor
A letter about injustice
I am watching 360North.org where Governor Bill Walker is dispensing awards with Elisabeth Qaulluk Cravalho and Benjamin Brown. I’m also listening to KYUK, reading a book, and a newspaper. Like always I cannot help but […]
Village Telegraph
Where are the Yukon chinooks headed?
by Ned Rozell In a packed university conference room, biologist Randy Brown spoke of chinook, the fatty king of far-north salmon. “It’s more than just a fish, it’s a culture,” Brown said to the Fairbanks […]
Village Telegraph
Alaska Subsistence Migratory Bird Harvest Season officially opens
The final rule for the annual spring/summer federal subsistence migratory bird harvest season, opening on April 2, 2018, has published in the Federal Register (RIN 1018-BC70). The rule allows for the continuation of customary and […]
In our Native Land
Andrews wins 100-Mile Challenge dog race
by K.J. Lincoln This past weekend featured another win for musher Maurice Andrews of Bethel. He and his team from the Simons Family Glare Ice Kennel won the Kuskokwim 300 Race Committee sponsored 100-Mile Challenge. […]
Contributors
Why Delay Marriage?
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I have been living with my girlfriend for four years. We have one child and she is pregnant again. We live with her parents because housing is in short supply. […]
Contributors
Fake News File #1: There Is No Hell
by Tad Lindley It always pays to check your sources. Many news outlets on the internet rushed to broadcast the false report that the Catholic Pope, Francis, had stated that there is no hell, before […]
Inside Bethel News
District 38 Legislative Update
by Representative Tiffany Zulkosky Easter Greetings from Juneau! Although I will be spending Easter Sunday in Alaska’s capital city, my heart is home in the YK Delta. Since I cannot see many of you this […]
Village Telegraph
Nunapitchuk NYO
Photos by Lonny Cruff After hitting 101″ in the 1-Foot Hick Kick Eric Tinker narrowly misses 102″ in his final most thrilling jump. Pauline Roberts from Quinhagak concentrates on winning in the Stick Pull […]
Speak Your Mind
The mind is a powerful tool
by Ina Pavila Our minds can be a powerful tool, if used correctly. I like to look at it as an agent where information is recorded and is processed. This information that we hear, we […]
Classifieds
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending March 30
• 3-23-18 at 2:12 p.m. Medics responded to the area of the Joe Lomack Building for the report of an intoxicated person unable to stand. Patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • 3-23-18 […]
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel March 15 – 29
Judgments Vincent T. Maxie, 33 2nd Degree Criminal Trespassing $100 Kathleen Henry, 29 4th Degree Theft 10 Days Elaine M. Andrew, 23 4th Degree Misconduct Involving 1 Yr. Prob. Weapons Elsie R. Patrick, 37 Alcohol […]
Inside Bethel News
On this Vietnam Veterans Day, “Welcome Home”
by Henry J. Hunter Sr. The Vietnam War was the longest war in American History up until the 21st Century. Between the years 1964 to 1975 American forces fought to prevent the growth of Communism. […]
From The Editor
Release your negative energy
by Greg Lincoln We have not talked about anger, it is a sensitive subject because it is hard to talk about without feeling sad, it causes the absence of being happy or content. Everyone has […]