For Sale: Hitzer Amish built woodstoves. UHMW Plastic sled runners. 543-2379. (11)(3/1-cnx) FOR SALE 300 Gallon Plastic Water Tanks in stock. Call Shorty at Shorty’s Shop for pricing. 543-3158 or 545-3157 (19)(9/18-cnx) For Sale: Plastic […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on State of Alaska District Court in Bethel December 10 – 19
Judgments Nick M. Andrew, 27 Driving Under the Influence $1500, 3 Days, 1 Yr. Prob. Dawn Boan, 27 2nd Degree Arson Charles Lupie, 29 Violate DV Protective Order 1 Yr. Prob. Thomas Otto Angaiak, 33 […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending December 12
• On 12-06-19 at 3:48 P.M., Medics responded to Gladys Jung Elementary for an intoxicated person. Medics were canceled by dispatch no patient contact. • On 12-06-19 at 4:08 P.M., Firefighters responded to Swanson’s for […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on AFN passes resolution calling for tribal consultation by state and federal governments
The Bering Sea-Western Interior Tribal Commission praises the passage of a resolution by the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) calling on the federal and state governments to meet their lawful obligations to consult, listen to, […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Samuelson, Beans-Polk lead BRHS girls to 4th at state
by Tommy Wells Rebecca Samuelson and Lindsey Beans-Polk both turned in stellar outing this past weekend in Anchorage and helped spur the Bethel Regional High School Lady Warriors to a fourth-place finish at the 2019 […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on BRHS Warriors claim Division II State Wrestling Championship Title
by Tommy Wells There couldn’t have been a better ending to Hayden Lieb’s high school career. Not only did he become only the 15th male athlete to win four straight state wrestling championships, the BRHS […]
by Tad Lindley When we were growing up, there was a lot of peer pressure not to eat anything after it had fallen on the floor. Our parents had drilled into our heads that if […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Calista Corporation announces stock will contest winners
by Calista Corporation Staff Calista (cha-LIS-tuh) Corporation announces the winners of the 2019 Calista Stock Will Contest. Two Shareholders won $1,000 each. Eligible Calista Shareholders are those with Class A or Class B shares and […]
by Sharon Wegner The Lower Kuskokwim School District Sr. High Speech contest was held in Bethel December 16-17, 2019. There were 46 students from 9 schools that participated (Akiuk, BRHS, Chefornak. Kipnuk, Kongiganak, Napaskiak, Newtok, […]
by Millie Bentley Greetings and Merry Christmas! Christmas is here again. How quickly ol’ Santa Claus creeps up on us – as do our years here. I like to think that one of the very […]
by Peter Twitchell Merry Christmas and remember Jesus is the Reason for the Season. Give thanks everyday we’re here. As I look back to my childhood, I was disappointed in man. I sat on Santa’s […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Running in the halls with boughs of holly
We’ve all seen students in school running in the halls–sometimes they’re full on sprinting, like mom cooked Totino’s pizza rolls and you want some, or them all. Some of us still see it to this […]
by John Angaiak “If you don’t leave your past in the past, it will destroy your future, not for what yesterday has taken away.” -Realistic Buddhism I have been a supporter of Calista Corporation since […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Bering Sea-Western Interior Tribal Commission meets
The Bering Sea-Western Interior Tribal Commission met in Anchorage on December 4th and were disappointed the Director of BLM refused our third invitation to meet with us. In our free and fair country in response […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Nelson Island Muskox registration permits reduced
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game announces that Muskox permits RX070 and RX071 will only be available in Tununak, not online or in person as listed in the 2019-2020 Alaska Hunting Regulations. In 2015, […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Larson of Kwethluk wins first dog race of the season
Willie Larson of Kwethluk is the winner of the 2019-2020 Season Opener Dog Race. The 33 mile race took place last Saturday December 21st, 2019 starting in Bethel at Charles Lake to Atmautluak and back […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on Bethel Cub Scout Troop makes donation to BSAR
Bethel Cub Scout Troop 556 held a Christmas Singalong December 19th. Following the singing the Scouts and leader Tamy Rogers presented to Bethel Search and Rescue, represented by Mike Riley, a donation of $800.00 raised […]
December 26, 2019Comments Off on New and Increased K300 Sponsorship:
by Kuskokwim 300 Race Committee First National Bank of Alaska has committed to increase their support of the 2020 Kuskokwim 300, more than tripling the annual contribution they’ve made in recent years. With this increase […]
by Greg Lincoln Merry Christmas everyone! This week is the last week of 2019 and we have made it through another year with your thoughtful help and support. Quyana! So now it is time for […]
December 20, 2019Comments Off on 2019 Division II State wrestling tournament semifinals
Four Bethel Warriors advance to championship round by Delta Discovery Staff Wrestlers from all over the state are in Anchorage for the December 20-21, 2019 Alaska Schools Activities Association Division II State Championships to compete […]
For Sale: Hitzer Amish built woodstoves. UHMW Plastic sled runners. 543-2379. (11)(3/1-cnx) 25-30 hp Outboard Motors for Sale. $150. What’s running last 6 year ago: 1 Evinrude 25 hp, 1 Johnson 40 hp needs lower […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Operation targets non-compliant sex offenders, fugitives with warrants in Bethel and 13 villages
by the Office of the U.S. Marshals Service Under “Operation (RAAVEN)” Rural Alaska Anti-Violence Enforcement, federal, state and local law enforcement officers joined together to account for registered sex offenders, and to locate and arrest […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending December 12
• On 12-06-19 at 3:48 P.M., Medics responded to Gladys Jung Elementary for an intoxicated person. Medics were canceled by dispatch no patient contact. • On 12-06-19 at 4:08 P.M., Firefighters responded to Swanson’s for […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Lady Warriors qualify seven for state meet
by Tommy Wells Dellarae Charlie and the Bethel Regional High School Lady Warriors proved themselves the toast of the Great Alaska Conference this past weekend in front of their home fans. The BRHS girls, en […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Warriors roll to GAC crown, send 15 to state wrestling tournament
by Tommy Wells The Bethel Regional High School Warriors went into the Great Alaska Conference Wrestling Championships this past weekend with two goals. They wanted to win the conference title and to have a bevy […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Stressed and Depressed File #27: Three Words That Might Be Shortening My Your Life
by Tad Lindley There are three words that show up much more often in the vocabulary of people who are depressed. Depressed people say them far more than people who have never been depressed or […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I am unable to go home for Christmas and I really feel homesick. What is homesickness and what are some ways to help make it less painful? Answer: Someone wrote, […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Calista Elders receive 12th straight Elders’ Benefit Distribution
by Calista Staff Calista Corporation provides $325 For Each Original Shareholder At Least 65 Years Old. Calista (cha-LIS-tuh) Corporation’s Board of Directors approved the 2019 Elders’ Benefit Distribution. Original Shareholders who are at least 65 […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Training program available for seaweed farm start-ups
The Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation (AFDF) and partners released the application for a Seaweed Farm Start-up Training Program to be held in Kodiak, Ketchikan, and Sitka in February of 2020 as part of Phase 2 […]
by Millie Bentley Greetings! Christmas will soon be here and our minds have been on holiday cooking. When we were kids, mom used to make wonderful pies, including real mincemeat pie. We didn’t much like […]
by Peter Twitchell I spoke with old-timer David Kawagley who grew up in the village of Akiak, Alaska. He was my dad’s good friend growing up in Akiak together. David shared with me stories Dad […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on APF Statement on Governor’s Fy2021 Proposed Budget
Alaska Policy Forum (APF) issued the following statement in response to today’s (Dec. 11th, 2019) release of the Governor of Alaska’s proposed fiscal year 2021 state budget: Last week, the Department of Revenue – Tax […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Concern for law enforcement and the VPSO program
by Jacob Tobeluk I remember a time when the VPSO Program was family. Each peace officer in their village had their own way of dealing with problems and each had their own values. But all […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on 26th annual Cookie Extravaganza a success
by Beverly Hoffman $3,677 was raised at the 26th Y/K Delta Lifesavers Christmas Cookie Extravaganza! In just 13 minutes hundreds of cookies disappeared as cookie buyers scurried around the tables full of baked Christmas delights. […]
by Bethel Search and Rescue 12/14/19 BSAR River Update—Report 2019-04* Summary: BSAR marked the big open hole outside the upper end of Straight Slough today. With a good crew, good equipment, and willows pre-cut the […]
Help meet the Angstman Law Office Challenge at the Pool! Angstman Law Office challenges you to bring your youth under the age of 12 to Free Saturday on December 28th between 12-8pm. If at least […]
by K.J. Lincoln The Bethel Regional High School choir and band students put on a concert for the community featuring a program full of wintry Christmas pieces and other songs under the direction of band […]
December 18, 2019Comments Off on Principal of Gladys Jung Elementary arrested
The principal of Gladys Jung Elementary, Christopher Carmichael, age 55, was arrested on the night of December 10, 2019 and charged with one count of attempted transfer of obscene matter to a minor and two […]
by Greg Lincoln The refreshing of the changing seasons, the holidays, and the continuation of time and the traditions that go with it brings us something that feels like a sense of peace and rest. […]
25-30 hp Outboard Motors for Sale. $150. What’s running last 6 year ago: 1 Evinrude 25 hp, 1 Johnson 40 hp needs lower unit. Parts: 1 Johnson 25 hp, 1 Johnson 50 hp, 1 Evinrude […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending Nov. 14 – Dec. 5
• 11-10-19 at 12:02 A.M., medics responded to Tundra Ridge for the report of an intoxicated person. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 11-10-19 at 3:34 P.M., medics responded to […]
The Alaska State Troopers received a request for a welfare check on two children in the Village of Venetie on 12/3/19. The request was based off of information received that two children arrived at a […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Samuelson, Phelan tune up for GAC tourney with solid outings at Grace Grizzly Shakedown
by Tommy Wells Rebecca Samuelson and Fiona Phelan will head into this weekend’s Great Alaska Conference wrestling tournament with plenty of momentum. The two Bethel Regional High School stars posted stellar performances at the 2019 […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on BRJHS grapplers nab 7 golds, roll to Tussle title
by Tommy Wells The Bethel Regional Junior High School wrestling team won seven weight classifications and breezed to the top spot in the team standings at the 2019 Tussle on the Tundra Invitational at Gladys […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Alaska reports its first case of e-cigarette/vaping lung injury
The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) announced today (Dec. 3rd, 2019) that the first case of e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury (EVALI) has been identified in Alaska. The patient, […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Updated website provides listing of Alaska’s Missing Persons
The Alaska Department of Public Safety’s Missing Persons Clearinghouse webpage is now updated to provide complete listings of all persons known missing in Alaska from 1960 through December 1, 2019. The department is inviting the […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on State report compiles vital statistic data on births, deaths, marriages and divorces
Dec. 6, 2019 – The Section of Health Analytics & Vital Records within the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Public Health just released its 2018 Alaska Vital Statistics Annual Report. The […]
It has been said, “There are three kinds of people in this world, those who can count, and those who can’t”. Which one are you? The quiz What is? The number of states in the […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I remember hearing you teach on behaviors that are destructive to a marital relationship. I believe you referred to them as the four horsemen. Could you write about them? Sort […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Third Annual Math Shirts for Advanced Nunapitchuk Math Students
Nunapitchuk, Alaska – December 4, 2019: Continuing a tradition that has been part of Anna Tobeluk Memorial School for that past three years, the students in advanced math classes got special, custom printed shirts this […]
by Millie Bentley Greetings. It’s time for some comfort food and this rice pudding fills the bill. Have you ever tried it? If not, now is your chance. Christmas is just around the corner, I […]
by Peter Twitchell It’s time to face reality. I know some people who play hide and seek with their disease of alcoholism. It’s a self-defeating attempt to try and deal with your disease on your […]
Although NIDA’s (National Institute on Drug Abuse) annual Monitoring the Future survey shows that daily marijuana use in teens is mostly steady, the survey also shows that as cigarette smoking rates drop, daily marijuana smoking […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Indigenous knowledge is invaluable, sacred
by the Indigenous Peoples Caucus December 1, 2019- As state governments around the world open this years’ 25th Conference of the Parties (COP25), representatives of the Rapa Nui and Mapuche Indigenous Peoples of Chile delivered […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Operation Santa brings holiday cheer to Napakiak
by K.J. Lincoln The community of Napakiak got a special visitor last Tuesday who came to share some holiday cheer and fun. Santa Claus, along with his helpers, brought a helicopter-load of gifts and presents […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on League of Women Voters provides Elizabeth Peratrovich Book to Alaska Schools and Libraries
The League of Women Voters of Juneau, in partnership with the Alaska State Library and the League of Women Voters of Alaska, has mailed to each middle school library and public library in Alaska: Fighter […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Best in the West Small Business Competition
The Best in the West annual competition, started in 2009, is a unique opportunity to build small businesses in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region. This year marks ten years of building businesses. The Best in the […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Wells Fargo donates funding to Bethel Winter House
The Wells Fargo Bethel branch and Branch Manager Jon Cochrane and his wife Anny presented the Bethel Winter House with a $20,0000 donation to support the nonprofit organization’s services for people experiencing homelessness in the […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on VFW Auxiliary 10041 gives back to our community during the #BethelGives campaign
All organizations in the #BethelGives campaign were given funding from the VFW Auxiliary 10041 ranging from $500 to $3500. VFW Auxiliary 10041 also voted to host all Monday dinners for the Bethel Winter House for […]
December 11, 2019Comments Off on Bethel Native Corporation announces 2019 BEST Distribution
by Ana Hoffman On December 6, 2019, Bethel Native Corporation shareholders, beneficiaries of the Bethel Elkartaa Settlement Trust, received a distribution equal to $4.01 per unit/share. This distribution marks the thirty-second consecutive annual payment to […]
by Greg Lincoln This past weekend we had the privilege of attending the state finals for Mixed 6 and 2A volleyball. Mixed 6 is a unique sport and one of the only sports where boys […]
Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Domestic Violence assault in the village of Tuluksak on 11/15/2019 at approximately 1603 hours. Investigation revealed that Melissa Mike, age 29 of Tuluksak, assaulted a family member […]
December 4, 2019Comments Off on November 30th Earthquake was Alaska’s Largest Natural Disaster Since 1964
The Nov. 30, 2018 Earthquake was Alaska’s largest natural disaster since the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake. The 7.1 earthquake shook Alaska’s most densely populated area and caused damage to homes, roads, public buildings, utilities, and […]
25-30 hp Outboard Motors for Sale. $150. What’s running last 6 year ago: 1 Evinrude 25 hp, 1 Johnson 40 hp needs lower unit. Parts: 1 Johnson 25 hp, 1 Johnson 50 hp, 1 Evinrude […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending November 29
• On 11/22/19 at 2:00 PM medics responded to City Sub for the report of a woman with leg pain. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 11/23/19 at 12:00 AM […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on New bill would prevent DOC from shipping inmates to out-of-state prisons
State lawmakers are pushing back against the Dunleavy Administration’s effort to send Alaska inmates to private prisons in the Lower 48. New legislation sponsored by Rep. Zack Fields (D-Anchorage) would remove the ability of the […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Mixed 6 and 2A teams to play at state
The Akiuk Grizzlies, Alakanuk Braves, and the Kalskag Grizzlies are going to be playing at the State Mixed Six Volleyball tournament this week in Anchorage, December 5-7, at Dimond High School. Alakanuk will be playing […]
by Tad Lindley Take a look at the palm of your hand for a moment. How much water could you hold in the palm of your hand? I’m looking at mine, and I’d guess about […]
The Jimmy Family of Nunapitchuk. From left are Sassa Jimmy, Katie Jenkins, baby Maryann Jimmy, Grace Parks, and Marlene Jimmy. Katie Jenkins will be celebrating her 90th birthday on January 16, 2020. This photo was […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I just came across a term I had never heard of before—Equine-Assisted Therapy (EAT). What is it? How does it work? The name gives a clue to what it is. […]
by Millie Bentley Greetings. I hope you all had a nice and relaxing Thanksgiving week. Leftovers are so good, even the day after Thanksgiving. To the kitchen. Years ago Bisquick used to be a staple […]
by Peter Twitchell Twenty-three years ago a doctor in Bethel told me that I had arthritis on one of my spinal discs back of my neck. I called is a stroke of Bad Luck. I […]
Camai Dance Festival planning meeting: Thursday, December 12 at 7 PM. Location: UAF Kuskokwim Campus Room 118. Cama-i is a community organized event. All are welcome to the planning meetings. Nicholai Joekay, Bethel, AK What […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Increased support needed for VPSO Programs for our tribal communities
by Alaska Tribal Unity The Alaska Tribal Unity Gathering will be taking place Monday, December 2nd, 2019 in Anchorage. This is the fourth year that they will be meeting. Proposed Resolution No. 2019-06 for Increased […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Attla: Filmmaker documents life of famed dog musher
by K.J. Lincoln George Attla of Huslia was a world champion sprint sled dog racer in the 1950s to the 1980s. Throughout his iconic career, he won ten Fur Rendezvous championships, eight North American World […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Bethel PD calls for service for October 2019
Stolen vehicles are on the rise, says the October 2019 report from the Bethel Police Department. “This month (October) we’ve seen an increase of stolen vehicles. We would like to remind the community of Bethel […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on City of Bethel Notice of Local Option Adoption
Bethel voters, during the last regular election, voted to adopt local option to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages except through a restaurant or eating place license. On Monday, January 6, 2020, the community of […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Bethel VFW Post 10041 makes donation for BSAR airboat
by Delta Discovery Staff The Bethel VFW Post 10041 members made a generous monetary donation to the Bethel Search and Rescue (BSAR) group during their annual Thanksgiving fundraiser this past Saturday. The donation is $80,000 […]
December 3, 2019Comments Off on Thanksgiving is a time for family
by Greg Lincoln This Thanksgiving we were blessed to spend it with my dad, who has been lately battling health issues. It is hard to see your beloved parents get old, since we are so […]