Sports
February 50: Aniak’s Isaac Underwood mushes to victory
Aniak musher Isaac Underwood is the winner of the February 50 sled dog race. Underwood mushed his team of 8 to claim the top spot in a field of 17 mushers on Saturday, February 27, […]
Month: February 2021
Inside Bethel News
YKHC increased COVID-19 Testing
by YKHC Staff YKHC is offering COVID-19 testing to every person visiting a YKHC facility in the Delta. Testing all patients and caretakers will increase early detection of the virus in communities. Increased testing may […]
Classifieds
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel February 17 – 18
Judgments Alex Evan, 39 4th Degree Assault 300 Days Christopher Redfox, 30 Alcoholic Beverages Transported by Common Carrier 1 Yr. Prob. Patrick Oney, 34 Violate Conditions of Release, 4th Degree Assault, Interfere with Report of […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending February 19
• On 2-13-21 at 10:17 A.M., Medics responded to the report of a person with too high of a Breath Alcohol Concentration. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 2-13-21 at […]
Contributors
The painful experience of boredom could spawn creativity
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: I so wish the schools would reopen. I’m tired of hearing my children say, “I’m bored.” I wish someone would come up with more things for my children to do. […]
Contributors
God’s Preferred Pronouns
by Tad Lindley After the recent acquittal of former President Donald Trump, US Congressman, Eric Swallwell (who had been hoping for an impeachment) expressed his frustration saying, “We could have called God herself [as a […]
Village Telegraph
Napaskiak student named candidate for Presidential Scholars Program
Kieran “Taneksak” Bentley of Napaskiak, Alaska was recently named as a Candidate for the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program which was established in 1964. He is one of approximately 4,500 candidates selected from nearly 3.6 […]
Delta Lifestyles
K300 virtual awards ceremony wraps up 2021 event
by Delta Discovery Staff The Kuskokwim 300 held a live virtual awards ceremony online with pre-recorded musher post-race comments and thank-yous, plus a special sportsmanship award presentation. The live awards ceremony took place on February […]
Contributors
Find me a crock pot for Marge’s Polish Kraut and Apples
by Millie Bentley Greetings. Finally, a crock pot recipe! This recipe comes from Marge Gwin, my neighbor in Palm Desert. Marge would keep an eye out for me, when I was in Palm Desert, I’d […]
Contributors
The highway that never ends
by Peter Twitchell People in my village of Bethel Alaska say that we have a total of 15 miles of road in Bethel. I have been on a road that ever ends! Route 66 from […]
Letters to the Editor
The YK Delta Flight School
I would like to take this opportunity, and also on behalf of the twenty four other flight school students, all from the Yukon Kuskokwim delta of 1999, to thank Mr. Francis Reich publicly, with a […]
Speak Your Mind
The right to govern ourselves is inherent
by Gloria Simeon 21 February 2021 In response to the recent action taken by YKHC Executive Board. It is beyond my comprehension that the Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) has taken it upon themselves to […]
Village Telegraph
Back to Aniak, Ravn Alaska resumes scheduled air service to rural community
Ravn Alaska added a return to Aniak with regularly scheduled service to its growing network of more than 12 Alaska destinations. Roundtrip service between Anchorage and Aniak is scheduled three times a week, with flights […]
Inside Bethel News
John Malone Fund Grant Application period open
by BCSF Staff Bethel Community Services Foundation is happy to announce that the application period has opened for the John Malone Fund Grant, and will be open until March 5, 2021. Applications for this grant […]
Inside Bethel News
Alaska House District 38 Legislative Update
by Representative Tiffany Zulkosky February 19, 2021 Dear friends + neighbors, Between the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and the State’s budget challenges, we have quite a hill to climb for the work ahead. However, I […]
Village Telegraph
It is wrong when your connection is pulled during this pandemic
by Delta Discovery Staff John Wallace is not happy. He’s upset because in our local villages the tribally-run businesses and organizations need broadband connectivity to continue operations to keep their villages safe during this pandemic, […]
From The Editor
ASAA to consider Hate Speech and Harassment Policy
by Greg Lincoln The Alaska School Activities Association will be considering adopting a hate speech and harassment policy at their next board meeting, Feb. 22-23, 2021. The Alaska School Activities Association (ASAA) is the statewide […]
Delta Fishin’ Report
Cutting fish at Yuvv’aq
Danielle Moss of Bethel works on cutting her fish at Yuvv’aq near the mouth of the Johnson River. She enjoyed going fishing and caught 20 total. Photo taken on February 14th, 2021.
Delta Fishin’ Report
40” Eek River Pike
Nick Carter, age 67, caught this huge 40” pike at Luqruuyagpak 15 miles above his village of Eek. They cut up the fish for drying.
In our Native Land
YKHC Board of Directors adopts resolution opposing formation of a Regional Tribal Government in the YK Delta
by YKHC Staff On January 22, 2021, the YKHC Board of Directors met and adopted a resolution opposing the formation of a regional tribal government in the YK Delta. YKHC Resolution No. 2021.01.01. For nearly […]
In our Native Land
Update: Dillingham Officer/Trooper Involved Shooting
At approximately 1736 hours the driver was taken into custody by Alaska State Troopers, Dillingham PD, and Southcentral SERT team members. The driver is being treated for injuries. No law enforcement officers were injured during […]
In our Native Land
Dillingham Officer/Trooper Involved Shooting
At approximately 1136 hours on February 18, 2021 the Dillingham Police Department (DPD) received a report of a vehicle in a ditch on a road in Dillingham. The complainant informed DPD that they believed that […]
Classifieds
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel February 4 – 11
Judgments Carolyn Evan, 43 Alcohol Beverages Transported by Common Carrier $250, 1 Yr. Prob. Jacob Nick, 24 Driving Under the Influence, 4th Degree Assault, 4th Degree Misconduct Involving Weapons$1500, 3 Days, 2 Yrs. Prob. Darrell […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending February 12
• On 2-6-21 at 9:23 a.m. medics responded to the report of a person who fell off a ladder. The patient was assessed and refused treatment and transport. • On 2-6-21 at 3:10 p.m. firefighters […]
Contributors
The Importance of Sleep during COVID
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: With no school for the past year and chaotic schedules as a result of parents working and children left at home to do their own schoolwork, I am hearing more […]
Contributors
In the Crosshairs of Eternity
by Tad Lindley It will be my name on this article, but the ideas are coming from a message preached this morning by Pastor Bradbury combined with the crosshairs analogy made by Kevin Augustine. Horizontal […]
Sports
Richie Diehl of Aniak claims first Kuskokwim 300 victory
by Delta Discovery Staff Aniak musher Richie Diehl and his Real Diehl Racing team have made history with their first ever win of the Kuskokwim 300 sled dog race. Diehl raced his team across the […]
Delta Lifestyles
Scammon Bay youth share the power of protection through connection
by Jennifer Nu A group of youth in Scammon Bay has courageously faced the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic by practicing skills that help others in their community. “We are so proud of the youth […]
Delta Fishin’ Report
Baby’s first pike
23 month old Ernie Andrews of Bethel excitedly caught his first pikefish while fishing at the Johnson River on February 6th, 2021. Ernie is the son of Maurice and Wendy Andrews.
Sports
Jackie Larson of Napaskiak wins the 2021 Akiak Dash
by Delta Discovery Staff Napaskiak musher Jackie Larson is the winner of this year’s Akiak Dash. He mushed in to the finish line on Saturday night, February 13th, 2021 at 7:28pm with seven dogs. His […]
In our Native Land
Steller sea lions and mercury
by Ned Rozell Within their bulbous bodies, Steller sea lions of the western Aleutian Islands seem to carry more mercury than sea lions closer to mainland Alaska. By looking at tiny bits of fish and […]
Contributors
Healthy Muffins
by Millie Bentley Greetings. In observance of good nutrition, daughter-in-law Nancy gave me this recipe for some really good, healthy muffins. You might like to try these as a fast breakfast treat when you run […]
Contributors
New and exciting possibilities
by Peter Twitchell If we don’t keep up with today’s technology we sadly get left behind. Life has become easier because of satellites, microchips, fiber optics, cell phones, and the internet. Telemedicine is wonderful and […]
Letters to the Editor
We urge you to expedite Tuluksak’s disaster declaration request
Dear Governor Dunleavy, Hundreds of Alaskans in the community of Tuluksak have been forced to live without access to drinkable water after the water treatment plant and washeteria caught fire on January 16. Despite the […]
Speak Your Mind
Ca tamalkuan umyuarcirluku… put thoughtful consideration to everything
by Elena Aluskak My mother, I remember her words constantly; everyday, all day. She spoke to me (us) consistently on the good and bad of actions and thoughts and words, and now I understand her […]
Village Telegraph
Alaska National Guard Colonel Wayne Don promoted to Brigadier General
by Edward Eagerton Brig. Gen. Wayne Don, director of joint staff for the Alaska National Guard, was promoted as the newest general officer in Alaska at a ceremony in Wasilla, Feb. 6, becoming the highest-ranking […]
Village Telegraph
Sullivan votes to acquit former President Trump
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) today (Feb. 13th, 2021) voted “not guilty” on the article of impeachment brought against former President Donald Trump by the House of Representatives and issued the following statement: “I cast […]
Village Telegraph
Alaska Bush Caucus members call for immediate State action on Tuluksak disaster
‘Leaving the community without sustained water security amid the worst public health pandemic in over a century is simply not an option’. A fire destroyed Tuluksak’s water treatment plant and washeteria on January 16, leaving […]
Inside Bethel News
Aviation Maintenance Technician Program celebrates first graduates
Yuut Elitnaurviat would like to congratulate the first graduates of our FAA-certified Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) program. This group of hardworking students completed an 18-month long program consisting of three back-to-back trainings that will prepare […]
Inside Bethel News
Calista Corporation seeks nominations for 2021 Shareholder Awards
Recipients Receive Regional Recognition and $1,500 Prize. Calista (cha-LIS-tuh) Corporation is seeking nominations for its 2021 Shareholder Awards. Calista’s annual awards recognize valuable contributions by Calista Shareholders and Descendants living in and out of the […]
Inside Bethel News
Donlin Gold and Desert Air send water and other resources to Tuluksak
by Donlin Gold Staff Donlin Gold and Desert Air are partnering to send water and other resources to the community of Tuluksak after a fire destroyed the village’s only source of clean water. On Monday, […]
From The Editor
SpaceX builds up hope in lag-weary rural Alaskans
by Greg Lincoln Hello friends. In space communications news, the folks at SpaceX were granted permission from the Federal Communications Commission to allow them to launch ten Starlink satellites into our polar orbit. The launch […]
Inside Bethel News
Richie Diehl of Aniak claims first Kuskokwim 300 victory
Aniak musher Richie Diehl and his Real Diehl Racing team have made history with their first ever win of the Kuskokwim 300 sled dog race. Diehl raced his team across the finish line on the […]
Sports
Sports
42nd Kuskokwim 300 Sled Dog Race is underway in Bethel
Sixteen mushers and their teams have begun the Kuskokwim 300 sled dog race here in Bethel, the 42nd running of Alaska’s premier mid-distance mushing event. The race began with a mass start on the Kuskokwim River […]
In our Native Land
Blizzard Warning until 09:00PM Thursday
* WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE…Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN…Until 9 PM AKST Thursday. * IMPACTS…Plan on slippery […]
Crime
Illegal feeding of big game animal
The Alaska Wildlife Troopers received a report that an individual had posted Facebook live videos of herself feeding carrots to a moose that she was also touching and petting on 1-30-2021. Angel Bunch, age 43 […]
Classifieds
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel January 31 – February 5
Judgments Randy Overlander, 46 5th Degree Criminal Mischief 1 Yr. Prob. Danielle Kasayulie, 30 4th Degree Assault 120 Days, 3 Yrs. Prob. Jacob J. Berry, 26 Proof of Insurance to be Carried And Exhibited on […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending February 3
• On 1-30-21 at 1:30 P.M., Medics responded to the report of a person that is overdosing. Patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 1-30-21 at 9:21 P.M., Medics responded to the […]
Heard it in the Steam House
2021 Iditarod Ceremonial Start cancelled
Below is a statement from Iditarod CEO Rob Urbach regarding the 2021 Iditarod ceremonial start: While the Iditarod believes the future does not belong to the fainthearted, we take the health and well-being of our […]
Heard it in the Steam House
Two perish in aircraft mishap
At approximately 1141 hrs. on February 4, 2021 the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) was notified of a plane crash outside of Chitina near the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park after an Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) […]
Heard it in the Steam House
Human remains found
Kodiak AST received a report that human remains were located near an area locally known as “Cliff Point” on 1/28/21. AST responded to investigate. With the assistance of the SME, it was determined the bones […]
In our Native Land
High time for lynx in Alaska’s Interior
by Ned Rozell Mike Taras has worked for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game for many years, but this is the first time he has said the words “nuisance lynx.” Taras, a wildlife education […]
In our Native Land
A chickadee’s midwinter roosting place
by Ned Rozell During the darkest days of Alaska’s winter, black-capped chickadees stuff themselves with enough seeds and frozen insects to survive 18-hour nights. Where the chickadees spend those long nights was a mystery until […]
Contributors
Climbing the Wall of “All”
by Tad Lindley If you live life behind the Wall of All, the scripture that I present to you is going to be difficult to believe. Even though I am writing this column, I have […]
Contributors
Rusty Blackbird Cukcugli
by Frank Keim What a coincidence. Just moments before starting to write this article, a small troupe of Rusty blackbirds flew over my house, headed south for the winter. I used the word “troupe” because […]
Delta Lifestyles
2021 Kuskokwim 300 Mushers
Here’s your 2021 Kuskowkim Mushers in order of registration as of February 7th, 2021. Have a good race everyone!: Dennis Kananowicz Dennis hails from Glennallen, Alaska. He mushes out of his 28 dog Outlaw Kennels. […]
In our Native Land
Blue beads in the tundra: The first U.S. import from Europe?
by Ned Rozell Glass beads the size of blueberries found by archeologists in a Brooks Range house-pit might be the first European item ever to arrive in North America, predating the arrival of Columbus by […]
Contributors
Tasty Pickled Red Onions
by Millie Bentley Greetings. Some years ago one of my sister-in-law’s give me a recipe for pickled red onions. I loved the results and it was so fast and easy. Unfortunately all my recipes are […]
Contributors
The Best of Friends
by Peter Twitchell There are many good stories about man and dogs in Alaska long before the western world moved in from beyond our horizon in western Alaska. My dad David Twitchell had his team […]
Letters to the Editor
A long term alcohol treatment facility for the YK delta is needed
Hi, I’m Mary, recovering alcoholic. Currently residing in Anchorage. Grew up in Bethel and Pilot Station. My heart is in the YK Delta, where I’ve made lifelong friends. Alcohol is my drug of choice. Although […]
Speak Your Mind
The Alaska Legislature needs to pass a law to allow Ballot Curing for Alaska voters
by Azachorok Incorporated Azachorok Incorporated approved a resolution on Friday, January 29, 2021 calling on the Alaska Legislature to pass a law to allow Ballot Curing for Alaska voters. Ballot Curing is the process for […]
Village Telegraph
Rep. Patkotak unanimously appointed Speaker Pro Tempore
Today (Feb. 4th, 2021) on a unanimous 39-0 vote, Rep. Josiah Patkotak (I-Utqiaġvik) was appointed speaker pro tempore of the Alaska House of Representatives. Patkotak, a freshman lawmaker who represents House District 40, will oversee […]
Village Telegraph
Our Language Grants
by Doyon Foundation Do you have an idea for a language revitalization project focusing on the languages in the Doyon region? Apply for an Our Language grant from Doyon Foundation! In a continuing effort to […]
Village Telegraph
Smelting on Qanirtuuq River
Neva age 6, Caden 11, and Donavon Smith 4 – all of Quinhagak had an adventure while fishing for smelt at the Qanirtuuq River earlier last January. They shared their catch with grandparents, their family […]
Inside Bethel News
Alaska House Coalition supports Governor’s effort to extend disaster declaration
Governor Michael J. Dunleavy last week introduced Senate Bill 56, a measure extending the State’s existing COVID-19 disaster declaration rather than letting it expire on February 15. Members of the Alaska House Coalition – composed […]
Inside Bethel News
Bethel Community Action Grant open for applicants
The City of Bethel’s Community Action Grant is now accepting applications for their 1st quarter grants. The application period opened January 29th and will close on February 28th, 2021. The City of Bethel has established […]
Inside Bethel News
Registration open for the 2021 Akiak Dash
by K300 Staff The 2021 Akiak Dash will take place on Saturday, February 13th and will begin with a mass start at 2pm. Registration is now open for Dash mushers. There are some notable changes […]
From The Editor
K300 Mushers 2021 features star-filled roster
by Greg Lincoln There are 18 mushers signed up for the 2021 Kuskokwim 300 Sled Dog Race that will be taking place starting on February 12th, 2021. The list features past champions of both the […]
Delta Fishin’ Report
Winter Set Netters
Keo Qerrat Joekay, at right, watches his dad Gabriel as they check their family’s whitefish set net on the Kuskokwim River. The fish go splash!
Contributors
Aleutian Tern Nacallngaar(aq)/Nacallngaq
by Frank Keim I first saw these small terns while helping some friends fish for salmon in the Bristol Bay area near the small village of Clark’s Point. The colony there was quite large at […]
Contributors
Psyching Out People
by Dr. Lorin Bradbury Question: Are psychologists really able to tell a person all about themselves just be being around them for a few minutes. In other words, are psychologists able to psych people out? […]
Classifieds
Cop Shop
State of Alaska District Court in Bethel January 23 – 29
Judgments Jesse C. Matthais, 23 Import Alcohol – Dry Area $1500, 3 Days Jonathan Sharp, 32 Driving Under the Influence $10,000; 2 Yrs., 3 Yrs. Prob. Marcia Madrona Nicolai, 42 4th Degree Assault 60 Days, […]
Chasing the Ambulance
Bethel Fire Department Calls for week ending January 29
• On 1-22-21 at 3:48 P.M., Medics responded to the report of a person with heart problems. Patient assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 1-22-21 at 5:29 P.M., Medics responded to the report […]
Heard it in the Steam House
Increased prevalence of bacteria, brucella, found in Mulchatna Caribou
Caribou and reindeer, especially in northern Alaska, are known to be infected with a bacteria, Brucella suis biovar 4, that causes a disease known as rangiferine brucellosis. These bacteria are mainly spread amongst caribou from […]
Crime
Drugs seized in Interior city
A Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit Fairbanks Area Narcotics Team (FANT) operation seized over $95,000 worth of illegal drugs from the streets of Interior, Alaska, this week. On January 25, 2021, Troopers, Officers, and Agents assigned […]
Crime
Trailhead thieves arrested
I n early January 2021 Alaska State Troopers with Palmer’s Criminal Suppression Unit began a full-scale investigation into the massive amount of thefts occurring at the Mat-Su Valley trailheads. On 1/29/2021 at approximately 1750 hours, […]
Delta Lifestyles
Bowhead whales: A recent success story
by Ned Rozell Bowhead whales are true northern creatures, swimming only in cold oceans off Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Svalbard and Russia. These bus-size whales have the largest mouths in the animal kingdom, can live for […]
Contributors
Resentment: The Number One Offender
by Tad Lindley Did you ever lay awake at night tormented by anger at someone who hurt you or humiliated you? You might even have thought about how if you could relive that day, you […]
Delta Lifestyles
Village Telegraph
Multi-agency effort helps Tuluksak address washeteria fire issues
by the Alaska Army National Guard The Native Village of Tuluksak’s water treatment plant and washeteria were destroyed by a fire on Jan. 16, 2021. The facility was the only source of potable water in […]
In our Native Land
North Slope leaders react to Biden’s executive orders
President Joe Biden has issued a flurry of executive orders that will have considerable economic impacts on the indigenous people of the North Slope of Alaska. His moratorium on oil and gas activity in the […]
In our Native Land
Calista Corp. Settlement Trust 2020 Distributions non-taxable income
Calista (cha-LIS-tuh) Corporation is pleased to announce that all 2020 Calista Corp. Settlement Trust distributions are non-taxable income. The 2020 Spring, Akilista and Elder distributions were paid from the Settlement Trust. These distributions are not […]
Contributors
Sweet Coconut Bars
by Millie Bentley Greetings. Hope you all had a wonderful week. The following recipe was one I used many years ago when a group of used to come together bringing a dessert, usually cookies, and […]
Contributors
Full or empty
by Peter Twitchell A pastor in the church said, “What we think about God is the most important thing about us.” It is a good reminder to think on things of this nature as it […]
Letters to the Editor
Concern following the events at the Capitol on January6, 2021
The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation was established by Congress in 1986 to honor the legacy of James Madison by funding graduate study focused on the Constitution. The Foundation’s goal is to improve the teaching […]
Speak Your Mind
Alaska Native Vietnam veterans hardest hit by sweeping order revoking land allotments to Alaska
House Republicans reacted with dismay today (Jan. 26th, 2021) – to the news that the Biden Administration’s Department of the Interior has suspended land transfers to Alaska – including land transfers long promised to Alaska […]
Village Telegraph
Johnson River Pike Fishing
Birthday cake and fishing: Titiana Albrite of Akiak spent her 44th birthday at the Johnson River where she caught a total of 32 pike.Happy birthday!
Village Telegraph
Roses of Andreafski wins Alaska Youth Voter Turnout Challenge
by First Alaskans Institute Four youth groups across Alaska rose to the challenge of working together to increase voter turnout in their communities and they exceeded all expectations! First Alaskans Institute (FAI), a statewide Alaska […]
Inside Bethel News
Testing detects first case of variant SARS-CoV-2 strain in Alaska
The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) announced today (Jan. 26th, 2021) that an Anchorage resident who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection last month was infected with a variant strain of the virus […]
Inside Bethel News
City of Bethel priorities for the 2022 Capital Budget
The Bethel City Council passed Resolution 21-01: the City of Bethel Priorities for the SFY 2022 State of Alaska Capital Budget during their January 12th, 2021 regular council meeting. At the top of the list […]
Inside Bethel News
YKHC supports Tuluksak water efforts
by YKHC On January 26, YKHC met with members from the Tuluksak Native Community, the State of Alaska, Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Housing & Urban Development (HUD), and several other […]
From The Editor
Sports
Bogus Creek 150 Champion
Aniak musher Richie Diehl is the winner of this year’s Bogus Creek 150 Sled Dog Race. He crossed the finish line at 4:58am early Sunday morning with a total elapsed time of 16 hours and […]
In our Native Land
Alaska SeaLife Center admits sea otter pup from Anchor Point
by Chloe Rossman The Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) admitted a two-month-old sea otter pup to the Wildlife Response Program on December 12, 2020. The female pup was found stranded on a beach in Anchor Point […]
Obituaries
Charlotte Jascinta Yuulliir Phillip
Charlotte Jascinta Yuulliir Phillip, 85, lovingly known to her younger siblings, cousins, and sibling-in-laws as Al’aq, meaning eldest sister in Yup’ik, lived at Alakanuk, AK and passed away at ANMC hospital, Anchorage, AK on December […]