Harry George Peterson passed away peacefully on November 29, 2020 in Anchorage, Alaska virtually surrounded with family members sharing prayers, music, encouragement and loving words. He was born to Charlie Peterson and Julia Ann Peterson […]
by Tad Lindley Imagine that somebody had heroically saved your life in the past. At great risk to their own life, they had plucked you out of the jaws of death. Now imagine that they […]
Judgments Garrick Night, 40 4th Degree Criminal Mischief 150 Days, 2 Yrs. Prob. Robert Pitka Jr., 28 4th Degree Assault, Violate Conditions of Release 61 Days Jonathan Sharp, 32 Driving Under the Influence $10,000; 2 […]
• On 12-19-20 at 2:06 A.M., Medics responded to the report of a person that is having suicidal thoughts. Patient signed refusal. • On 12-19-20 at 4:31 A.M., Medics responded to the report of a […]
by Peter Twitchell I really want to write about the Pandemic of 2020. COVID-19 virus was devastating to the human race. The virus took so many lives but here we are still hanging on to […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: When looking for a spouse, do you think online sites such as “eharmony.com” really work? They’re based on the premise that you’ll find someone that is compatible and matches your […]
by David Bedard Alaska Air National Guardsmen of the 176th Wing evacuated a pregnant woman experiencing medical complications Dec. 15, transporting her from the village of Newtok to Bethel. Newtok is located on the west […]
Dear Iditarod Volunteers, Mushers and Staff, It seems that there isn’t a person on this planet who hasn’t been affected by COVID19 in some way. I couldn’t start this letter without first saying that our […]
by the DNC Native American Caucus History is being made today with the appointment of Congresswoman Deb Haaland, tribal citizen of Laguna Pueblo, NM, as the Secretary-Designate of the Department of Interior (DOI). Once confirmed […]
by Patricia Bulitt Beginning in 1978, my very first visit to Hooper Bay, Alaska, the language and faces passing me by were like music to my ears. I experienced a kind friendliness from the children […]
by Alaska Court System Staff Chief Justice Joel H. Bolger of the Alaska Supreme Court announces the appointment of four presiding judges: Superior Court Judge Amy G. Mead for the First Judicial District; Superior Court […]
by Greg Lincoln Hello everyone. Do you have a friend or relative that works in the healthcare field? Most all of us do, and we are fortunate for that. Where would we be without our […]
One year old Ella Egoak of Atmautluak is wearing her grandma’s fur atkuk parka that was made by her great grandma Marie Pavilla and great great grandma Anna Andrew. Her beautiful atkuq is sewn with […]
The ANC Airport Communications Center received a phone call at approximately 9:05 p.m. – Wednesday, Dec. 16 – stating the caller had placed a bomb in the South Terminal in the area of the Alaska […]
Judgments William Polty, 39 Violate Conditions of Release 7 Days Thaddeus Joseph Johnson, 33 Violate Conditions of Release 2 Days William McCarr Jr., 37 5th Degree Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance $500, 1 Yr. Prob. […]
• On 12-11-20 at 12:20 medics responded to the report of a person that is coming in from search and rescue. Patient was transported to the hospital with personal vehicle. • On 12-11-20 at 12:24 […]
K9 Balu-Mocha is a 3 year old Belgian Malinois and began his career with AST in May of 2017. K9 Balu has primarily been assigned to SDEU (Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit), working with a DEA […]
by Tad Lindley When the angel came to the shepherds he gave them this message: “Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: “What is bribing and why does it work or not work in parenting or in life or even in general? Answer: The definition of bribing is “to persuade someone to […]
The Alaska Military Youth Academy will celebrate the 55th class of students and more than 26 years of service to the State of Alaska as Class 2020-3 graduates 91 cadets from its ChalleNGe program on […]
by Millie Bentley Greetings. Here’s a recipe to go with your Christmas dinner. Cooking the holiday feasts is a time-consuming job, but one that we do with a happy heart because we know that our […]
Last week, I introduced a budget containing a $5 billion recovery package to get Alaska back on its feet. There is no doubt we are facing a once-in-a-generation challenge. With 40,000 Alaskans on unemployment and […]
by Eric Deakin This is a letter to the Alaska COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force dated December 7th, 2020 from Coastal Villages Region Fund (CVRF) who is taking a stand to fight for the health and […]
by Marlene Katcheak Happy Holidays! Tukurngailnguq School is our root and core of our family, so we wanted to share our good news with you from 2600 miles away! Wrestling has been a driving motive […]
by Ned Rozell On Dec. 21 at 1:02 a.m. Alaska time, this big round head of a planet will tip back, pause, then slowly nod toward the sun. That breathless moment of stillness is the […]
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation strongly recommends all communities in the YK Delta region immediately extend the month-long shelter-in-place, or lockdown, for an additional 30 days. This regionwide recommendation was initially made on November 16 to […]
by YKHC On Wednesday, December 16, YKHC received one tray of COVID-19 vaccine directly from Pfizer via UPS on Alaska Airlines flight 43 and two trays of COVID-19 vaccine from the State of Alaska as […]
The community of Kwethluk held a residents-only local dog race this past Sunday. There were seven teams participating in the event. The 6-dog race was 11 miles and began with a mass start. It was […]
by Greg Lincoln Greetings friends and Merry Christmas! We hope that you are having a good Christmas season and that you are enjoying the beautiful outdoors. We’ve always loved this time of year and love […]
Two year old Liam Carl of Kwigillingok is iqsaking on the Kuigilnguq River. He went ice fishing with his family on a nice day in November hoping to catch tom cod and smelt for dinner. […]
by YKHC YKHC began COVID-19 vaccination of Phase 1A eligible frontline healthcare workers and long-term care residents on Thursday, December 17. With the majority of Phase 1A complete, this week YKHC will move on to […]
by Edward Eagerton and Spc. Grace Nechanicky The Alaska National Guard shared their time-honored tradition of Operation Santa Claus by spreading goodwill and joy to remote Alaskan communities again this year. Despite the challenges of […]
Judgments Adam Snyder, 24 Driving Under the Influence $1500, 3 Days, 1 Yr. Prob. Brian Turner, 28 Driving Under the Influence $3000, 20 Days, 2 Yr. Prob. Kenneth John Teeluk, 42 Disorderly Conduct, Violate Conditions […]
• On 12-5-20 at 5:45 p.m. firefighters responded to the report of a powerline down. Crews found a telephone line down and called the appropriate people to come deal with the line. • On 12-5-20 […]
by Ned Rozell Not long ago, John Wright of Fairbanks heard a thump against a window above his deck. He pulled on his coat and walked out to investigate. He was surprised to see a […]
by UA Interim President Pat Pitney It is with great sadness that I recognize the passing of one of the university’s own, Professor Emeritus Dr. Terrence Cole who passed away Saturday, Dec. 12. The entire […]
Bavilla Merritt of Goodnews Bay passed peacefully in his home on December 6, 2020. He was born on January 23, 1939. Bavilla married Annie Merritt, his girls were Carolyn, Karin and husband Tucker Evans, Sharon, […]
by Tad Lindley Many people are constantly puzzled by this one haunting thought that comes, in some cases nightly, when they are trying to sleep, other times it blurts out of their mouth when they […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I was prescribed Xanax and Paxil from 2004 to 2013. When I lost my job I could no longer afford the medicines. I have since spiraled down into a repeated […]
by Chloe Rossman The Center is grateful to still be able to care for animals like this pup after near closure. The Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) admitted a 2-week-old sea otter pup to the Wildlife […]
by Millie Bentley Greetings. These rolls are a family holiday tradition at the home of Corby and Nancy Cross. She says, “You make these the night before, roll them out the next morning when you […]
Leaders of three Alaska nonprofit organizations and a tribal housing entity have been named as recipients of a 2021 Rasmuson Foundation Sabbatical Award. They are seeking time with family, opportunities for staff to grow, and […]
by Peter Twitchell During this time of the year we’re thankful for our children and grands, our past families who gave us a strong foundation on which to stand on and weather the storms of […]
by Kelly Tshibaka, Commissioner The State of Alaska workforce serves Alaskans best when it employs outstanding talent that reflects the diversity of the people it represents. The Department of Administration (DOA) has made it possible […]
In the Yukon-Kuskokwim we are suffering from spikes in COVID-19 case numbers and have been in lockdown mode for over a month now and some dear elders have departed. Despite the fact that residents and […]
by the Bering Sea-Interior Tribal Commission On December 4, 2020, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released the Bering Sea-Western Interior Proposed Resource Management Plan, which determines the allowable uses of over 13.5 million […]
YKHC has evidence that community-based transmission of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, is occurring in the villages of Emmonak, Kotlik, and Pilot Station. Joint advisories were issued by YKHC and the Emmonak Tribal Council, Chuloonawick […]
The Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program is currently accepting applications for its 2021 Summer Bridge component, and the deadline to apply is Dec. 11, 2020. Open to students across Alaska who will be graduating […]
by DHSS Staff The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) are continuing to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine distribution throughout the state, with the first shipments of […]
The Alaska State Troopers received a request from the Bethel Police Department to assist with an investigation of an officer involved shooting on 12/11/2020. Members of the Alaska State Troopers Alaska Bureau of Investigation are […]
The City of Bethel Council approved funding for the Ayaprun Elitnaurviat Cross Country Program and the Bethel Community Services Foundation’s Jesuit Volunteer for the library during last week’s council meeting through the City’s Community Action […]
by the K300 Race Committee In light of the ongoing “lockdown” mandates and recommendations in effect throughout the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the Kuskokwim 300 Race Committee has decided to postpone the 2021 K300. Originally scheduled to […]
by Greg Lincoln Moses Mute of Bethel was busy this fall keeping a blackfish trap in a tundra stream near a lake on the outskirts of Bethel. He would walk close to a mile almost […]
YKHC has evidence that community-based transmission of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, is occurring in the village of Pilot Station. This joint advisory is issued by YKHC and the Pilot Station Traditional Village out of […]
by the K300 Race Committee In light of the ongoing “lockdown” mandates and recommendations in effect throughout the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the Kuskokwim 300 Race Committee has decided to postpone the 2021 K300. Originally scheduled to […]
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement after a US District Court Judge for the Northern District of California ruled yesterday the Food and Drug Administration violated core environmental laws in approving the […]
Responding to the current lockdown recommendation from The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation and the active lockdowns in most Y-K Delta communities, the K300 Race Committee has decided to delay the start of the 2020-21 season. Originally […]
The State of Alaska is pleased with the “not warranted” finding issued today (Dec. 2, 2020) by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS or Service), finding that listing the Tufted Puffin (Fratercula cirrhata) under […]
The Alaska National Guard is assisting local, state and federal authorities with search and rescue efforts after a landslide Dec. 2 in Haines, Alaska, due to extreme weather, heavy rainfall and flooding during a record-breaking […]
Judgments Alexander Henry, 28 4th Degree Misconduct Involving Weapons, Violated Conditions of Release 3 Yrs. Prob., 6 Days Peter J. Oscar, 31 3rd Degree Assault 4 Mos., 3 Yrs. Prob. Theodore L. Arnakin, 24 4th […]
• On 11-27 at 3:49 p.m. firefighters responded to a Toyo Stove on fire. Crew made sure the fire was out and then ventilated the smoke from the house then cleared. • On 11-28-20 at […]
The Doyon Settlement Trust Board of Trustees approved the Doyon Settlement Trust (DST) distribution amount of $6.71 per unit (share), or $671.00 per 100 shares on November 21st,2020. The first of these two non-taxable distributions […]
by Ned Rozell “On winter mornings, just as the sun’s uncertain light slopes across the Tanana Flats, ravens fly over my log cabin on their daily commute to town. Perhaps, like me, they would prefer […]
by Tad Lindley The Bible tells of a time when men will not be able to buy or sell without accepting a mark in their body. And he causes all, both small and great, rich […]
by Bjorn Dihle Photographing commercial fishing takes a special sort of person—one who doesn’t mind the salty spray of waves, the blood and slime of fish and the “colorful” nature many fishermen possess. Chris Miller, […]
by Frank Keim If you see one of these squat cinnamon-bellied sandpipers, you’re bound to say, “What the…!” This is because they look like anything but the dainty, frail looking sandpipers you usually see in […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I’m having a problem of short temper and can’t control my anger, although I express my anger verbally, and not physically. I am on medication for depression. Sir, your valuable […]
by Edward Eagerton November is National American Indian Heritage month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. During this time, the U.S. Armed Services honors and celebrates the diverse cultures, traditions, and […]
by Millie Bentley Here’s a pumpkin, ‘not a pie’, recipe for you. I made this for Christmas (and Thanksgiving) a few years back and it was such a hit that a lot of folks wanted […]
by Peter Twitchell We were taught in psychology not to live in our past, but to leave it and move forward! But research is finding that we can examine our past and be empowered and […]
It’s really sad about what I just heard today (December 5th, 2020). It’s about a young guy that I personally know and I can attest to the fact that he has a mental illness. He […]
by the Yukon Kuskokwim Canine Health Association This would be a project in partnership with the tribes to protect from Covid-19 and enhance the overall health of the communities by increasing veterinary care and improving […]
by Alaska Tribal Unity ANILCA was passed 40 years ago today, when elders woke up and their traditional territories were deemed federal conservation units and many of their traditional practices criminalized. On the 40th anniversary, […]
The State of Alaska strongly disagrees with the negative 90-day finding issued today (Nov. 25th, 2020) by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) for a 2019 petition to re-evaluate the status of the ringed seal […]
This year’s commercial salmon fisheries were devastating for Norton Sound and Yukon River fishermen, processors, local vendors, and municipalities. Harvests in Norton Sound decreased by 87 percent, a loss of $1.7 million, and Yukon River […]
by Calista Corporation Staff Calista (cha-LIS-ta) Corporation is pleased to announce the 2020 Elders’ Benefit Program distribution. Original Shareholders who are at least 65 years old as of November 13 will receive $25 more than […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revised their quarantine guidance today (December 2nd, 2020) to allow people who may have been exposed to COVID-19 to shorten their quarantine period from 14 days to […]
The City of Bethel council has on its December 8th, 2020 regular meeting agenda the proposed ordinance that would create an excise tax on the distribution of sugar-sweetened beverage products. The excise tax on sugar-sweetened […]
by Greg Lincoln Hello Friends. Here’s something interesting from the cyberworld for us folks living in rural Alaska. Pacific Dataport, Inc. is announcing it has received its Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Grant of Authority for […]
It’s ice fishing season with the frozen ice of the Qukaqliq River where Roselyn Mael, age 2, caught her first smelt. She was very proud of her first fish.
The Bethel Police Department received a report of a male outside of the Alaska Commercial store, at 135 Ridgecrest Street, threatening people with an axe on 12/5/2020 at approximately 0600 hours. Officers located the subject […]
Judgments Lyle D. Turner, 37 3rd Degree Theft, 4th Degree Criminal Mischief 2 Yrs. Prob., 25 Hrs. CWS Myranda M. Michaels, 20 Violate Conditions of Release, 4th Degree Assault 35 Days, 1 Yr. Prob. Arliss […]
• On 11-20-20 at 7:58 P.M., Medics responded to the report of a person that is having difficulty breathing with COVID-19 Positive results. Patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 11-21-20 at […]
This year’s theme for the 2021 Alaska Academic Decathlon is: The Cold War. This will be a virtual event held on February 25 and 26, 2021. Open to every high school in the state, the […]
Alaska has lost one of her great leaders. State Senator Jalmar M. “Jay” Kerttula died Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, in Juneau, a man whose dedication to Alaskans and the land has been unwavering. Sen. Kerttula […]
by Tad Lindley Several places around the country are experimenting with 10 PM curfews to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Forty counties in California, even New York City and Miami, I could go on […]
Nunakun-gguq Ciutengqertut – They Say They Have Ears Through the Ground is a book of animal essays from Southwest Alaska by Ann Fienup-Riordan with Alice Rearden, Marie Meade, David Chanar, Rebecca Nayamin, and Corey Joseph. […]
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: What is the Difference Between Anxiety and Depression? Mental health diagnoses are not as simple as reading a throat culture, or identifying a bacteria or virus. Because we describe syndromes […]
by Peter Twitchell The world needs us right now indigenous people to guide our youth in using our value system. We need our youngsters to respond to this positive stimulus. We need to brighten a […]
Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC) President and CEO Jason Metrokin made the following statement today in reaction to the Army Corps of Engineers’ Alaska District’s decision to deny a permit to Pebble mine: A permit […]
Aviation touches nearly all aspects of life in Alaska. It’s a vital part of our state’s economy, serving the 82% of Alaska communities that are not connected by the contiguous road system. At the University […]
by Edward Eagerton November is National American Indian Heritage month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. During this time, the U.S. Armed Services honors and celebrates the diverse cultures, traditions, and […]
The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) cautions that the surge in COVID-19 cases has strained the public health response, creating a backlog in case and contact investigations. DHSS is urging anyone who […]
by YKHC Staff The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation urges all communities in the YK Delta region to immediately enter into a monthlong shelter-in-place, or lockdown, to curb the spread of COVID-19 as it prepares to implement […]
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