3A Team GPA Award Kotzebue Huskies, 3.68 GPA 3A Girls Results (Top 8 State Qualifiers) 1st Awaluk Nichols, Nome 2nd Lauren Kingstrom, Nome 3rd Rosemarie Dayment, Bethel 4th Xemara Salazar, Kotzebue 5th Kyana Harpak, Bethel 6th Kiara Barnell, Barrow 7th Forest Aldamon, […]
by Tad Lindley There were ten caskets at the funeral. Ten bodies carried to the cemetery. Ten fresh graves and ten new gravestones. They were the seven sons and three daughters of Job and his […]
Judgments Christopher Herman, 41 4th Degree Assault 30 Days, 3 Yrs. Prob. James Nick, 44 1st Degree Criminal Trespassing 75 Days, 2 Yrs. Prob. Jackie Woods, 62 3rd Degree Solicitation Sexual Abuse of Minor, 3rd […]
• On 9-14-23 at 4:33 a.m. medics responded to the report of a person having abdominal pain. Patient assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 9-14-23 at 9:38 a.m. medics responded to the report […]
Mountain Pacific is proud to announce the recipients of the 2023 Nursing Home Quality Awards. This year’s award criteria were based on a quality measure point system that included decreasing adverse drug events, preventing infection, […]
The 2023 Permanent Fund Dividend amount is $1,312.00. The first 2023 mass disbursement is for applications that were filed electronically, requested to be paid by direct deposit, and are determined Eligible for payment by Friday, […]
by Dave Kutcher Increased life expectancy seems a good thing, yes? We agree. However, with increased life expectancy come new challenges that can bring significant hardship to our loved ones. Putting aside the need to […]
by Peter Twitchell 1971 was an exciting time for the Yukon-Kuskokwim Region because a group of men; Ap’a Ted Stevens, our brother George Hohman, and our Chief and Leader Edward Hoffman; pushed to acquire approval […]
I’d like to express my thoughts about your (our) beloved paper “The Delta Discovery”. A well-edited and beauty of the tundra indeed. Every page is always a delight through stories, pictures, and discovery! A local […]
by James Akeralrea Dear Tribal leaders of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Region, I have followed with interest the discussion amongst our people about the Yukon-Kuskokwim Regional Tribal Government (“Y-K RTG”), of which I am the elected […]
Crews expect to make stops in 10 Western Alaska communities in coming months. Tremendous progress has been made this summer with survey crews hard at work gathering data and other on-the-ground information for the next […]
People from across the Yukon-Kuskokwin Delta gathered at Bethel’s Cultural Center for day one of the 59th Annual AVCP Annual Convention. The event provides AVCP’s annual programmatic updates, financial reports, and RHA elections. This year’s […]
by K.J. Lincoln Bethel voters will go to the polls on October 3, 2023 to vote during the City of Bethel regular election. Four 2-year teams are up for election for the Bethel City Council. […]
by Greg Lincoln Alois Kakgar Lincoln was born on October 16, 1929 to Francis and Catherine Lincoln in Tununak, AK. He had a brother Dick Lincoln of Tununak, and two sisters: Julia Nevak of Toksook […]
4 year old Danica Puddie Matthias and her dad Casey Matthias are enjoying their boat ride while on a moose hunting trip on the Yukon River last weekend.
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.
Who is Bob Aloysius? His words could be harsh. His voice loud. Many heard their first swear words from him. Often you’d hear his booming voice, he could weave a creative string of every imaginable […]
by Tad Lindley Remember when you were younger and they used to tell the young men, “Make sure that you dump honey buckets for elders, so you can become a good provider when you grow […]
Judgments Jessica Mary Evan, 34 3rd Degree Assault, 4th Degree Assault, Reckless Driving 1 Yr. Prob. Jeraldyne Seton, 26 4th Degree Assault 2 Yrs. Prob. Samson Mann Jr., 29 2nd Degree Vehicle Theft 30 Days, […]
• On 9-8-23 at 1:48 a.m. medics responded to the report of a person vomiting. Patient assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 9-8-23 at 11:02 a.m. medics responded to the report of a […]
Kieran Bentley, formerly of Napaskiak, Alaska has been named to Ithaca College’s Spring 2023 Dean’s List. He is the son of Talbert and Kimberly Bentley and is a graduate of the Z.J. Williams Memorial School […]
The Alaska State Troopers were notified on September 12, 2023, at around 8:50 pm, of a plane crash approximately 64 miles Northeast of Saint Mary’s, Alaska. There was also an Emergency Locator Transmitter activated that […]
by Peter Twitchell I have a tidbit, a small morsel that I’m thinking about and would like to share with you. Siberian rivers in Russian flow north, Alaska’s rivers flow west and south. Today, I’ve been […]
by Dave Kutcher Planning for your estate can seem a bit overwhelming. One of the most basic tools used in planning for the disposition of your estate at your death is called a “Living Trust”. […]
Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC) President and CEO Jason Metrokin released the following statement today regarding the passing of Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola Jr. The BBNC Board of Directors and leadership are saddened by Eugene “Buzzy” […]
by Doyon Corporation Staff T he Doyon Lands and Resources Department works collaboratively with village corporations and villages to address trespass. Doyon and village corporation lands are private property, and we have the right to […]
U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski (both R-Alaska), and Representative Mary Sattler Peltola (D-Alaska), celebrated the appointment of 19 members to the new Alaska Salmon Research Task Force, as well as appointments to the […]
Heartbreaking Loss of Rep. Mary Peltola’s Husband, Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola, Jr. Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation offers its condolences to U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola and the family of Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola, Jr., who tragically died as the […]
The 59th Annual Association of Village Council Presidents Convention will be held in person on Wednesday & Thursday, September 20 – 21, 2023 at the Cultural Center starting at 8:30 a.m. The theme is “Strong […]
A dance teacher will explore Filipino folk-dance forms. A photographer plans to document his mother’s journey to her South Korea homeland. A cultural anthropologist will write a stage play about the women who portrayed Aunt Jemima. […]
Enrollment for current school year is a 30% increase from last year. This school year, the Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program’s Academic Year Acceleration Academy welcomes the largest-ever group of students and a nearly […]
by Greg Lincoln High school girls cross country runners race down the course at one of the toughest races in Alaska – the Sand Pit Run – in Bethel last Saturday. Teams from 16 communities […]
by Jeff Richardson A new study has found minute levels of chemical contamination in a small sample of Arctic coastal fish species, an encouraging finding for residents who rely on them for subsistence foods. The study […]
Jimmie L. Sparrow age 76 of Rockford, IL and formerly of Baraboo, WI and Wisconsin Dells, WI peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 1, 2023 following an extended […]
by Tad Lindley Remember how some of those sweepstakes by mail used to let you choose your Early Bird prize if you won? It would be something like a choice between a new sports car […]
September 1 Judgments Joseph Andrew Brown II, 27 3rd Degree Assault 3 Yrs. Kevin Peter, 23 Fishing Seasons and Periods Districts 1 and 2 $300 Stephen Larson, 21 Driving Under the Influence, 4th Degree Criminal […]
September 7 • On 9-1-23 at 9:42 a.m. medics responded to the report of a person needing transport to Long Term Care. Patient assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 9-1-23 at 2:30 p.m. […]
The state Science Olympiad competition will be held at the University of Alaska Fairbanks for a second year on Feb. 23-24, 2024. Middle school teams from across Alaska are encouraged to participate. Science Olympiad is […]
The Alaska Arts and Culture Foundation, in partnership with the Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA), is pleased to announce the application period is now open for the 2023 Connie Boochever Artist Fellowship. The […]
by Peter Twitchell We had stable food. All Alaskan Natives that had access to the sea and its tributaries. Seals and the walruses were our natural foods that gave us strength and longevity. We looked […]
by Dave Kutcher Last week we discussed a very specific planning tool (funeral trusts) for those who are on the cusp of qualifying for Medicaid and who are simultaneously looking for a way to be […]
Today (Sept. 6th, 2023) John Boyle, Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, issued a statement in response to the Department of the Interior cancelling legally-issued oil and gas leases in the Arctic National […]
by Senator James Kaufman Alaska has always been a land of possibilities—a place where innovation meets ambition. Our history, with fishing, resource development, and tourism at its core, shows our ability to forge ahead through […]
The climate-driven advance of beavers into the Arctic tundra is causing the release of more methane — a greenhouse gas — into the atmosphere. Beavers, as everyone knows, like to make dams. Those dams cause […]
by Ned Rozell There was a time when Christine Gabriele wondered if she’d ever see one of her favorite creatures again. That 42-year-old female humpback whale — known as whale #219 to Gabriele and other […]
Four Bethel city council seats are up for election on October 3rd, 2023 and eight candidates are signed up. On the ballot are incumbents Mary “Beth” Hessler, Mark Springer, and Henry S. Batchelor Jr. Other […]
The State of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Division of Community and Regional Affairs has announced in a letter that the City of Bethel has been appropriated a FY 2024 Designated Legislative […]
The Bethel City Council will be considering an action memo authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute the contract with Health Fitness for the operations and maintenance of the YK Fitness Center. The item, […]
by Greg Lincoln Amendments would grant additional enforcement services in the community related to animal control and care. The volunteer-run animal rescue group, the Bethel Friends of Canines (BFK9s), operates the municipal animal shelter in […]
The Bethel cross country races continue this season with the Seawall Race. The event took place on Friday, September 1st at the Riverview Park by the Lions Club. The first wave of runners featuring Intermediate […]
With five projects currently underway, GCI is bringing fiber to 24 rural Alaska communities. Super-fast internet speeds and unlimited data plans are coming to Deering and Kivalina! The subsea fiber project, recently announced by GCI, […]
by Tad Lindley For those who are reading on the internet or get the Delta Discovery in the lower 48 and who might be unfamiliar with the term “honey bucket”, let me explain. Where we […]
August 30 – September 4 Judgments Justin Lewis, 30 Coercion 1 Yr., 5 Yrs. Prob. Isaiah Nick, 23 4th Degree Assault 1 Yr. Sally Chief, 35 3rd Degree Assault 2 Yrs., 2 Yrs. Prob. Michael […]
September 1 • On 8-25-23 at 11:32 a.m. medics responded to the report of a vehicle versus pedestrians. 2 patients were taken to the hospital. • On 8-26-23 at 3:20 p.m. medics responded to the […]
The 2023 Yukon River fall chum and coho salmon run sizes are poor. The fall chum salmon run is unlikely to meet the drainagewide escapement goal, tributary escapement goals, and Canadian treaty objectives. The coho […]
by Peter Twitchell I want to share my miracle today, and what a day it was after feeling the absence of the privilege of sharing in the joy of my children. I got into Facebook to […]
by Dave Kutcher We have received a few requests for some information regarding trusts. More specifically, we have been asked about Funeral Trusts. In essence, a funeral trust is a trust that is being set […]
Send us your best Alaska fishing photos! Want to see your fishing photos in or even on the cover of one of next year’s sport fishing regulations books? If so, send us your top three […]
by the Alaska Dept. of Law T oday (Sept. 1, 2023) the State of Alaska filed a motion for summary judgment asking the U.S. District Court in Alaska to reject claims brought by the federal […]
Presented by YKHC Diabetes and Prevention Department Life in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta involves planning and preparing for the next season. We use necessary tools to help influence our decisions in preparation for our subsistence tasks, […]
by Mary George The Akiachak school doors opened Monday August 28, 2023 with an enrollment of 233 students. The theme of the Cultural activities, “The Village Is Our Classroom” created a foundation for all cultural […]
by Sandra Kleven Diane Carpenter and I were working against a deadline. Cirque Press had to get her memoir into print and hard copies into our hands in time to manage a formal release at […]
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