by Tad Lindley So often we hear people talking about the “separation of church and state”. This phrase is not found in the United States Constitution. It was originated by Thomas Jefferson in a letter […]
October 2 – 10 Probation violations Ephrim William Joe Jr., 35 Violated Conditions of Probation 30 Days John Albert Kanuk, 54 Violated Conditions of Probation 20 Days Peter Foster, 52 Violated Conditions of Probation 27 […]
October 9 • On 8-23-2024 at 9:03 p.m. medics responded to the report of a person with weakness. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 8-23-2024 at 10:23 p.m. medics responded […]
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game plans to capture and collar moose October 12 through October 17 along the Yukon River in Game Management Unit 18. Because sedatives routinely used to immobilize captured moose […]
by Dave Kutcher Did you know more than 11,000 people per day reach age 65 in the U.S.? That’s over 4,000,000 people over the next few years. This is a significant change in our make-up […]
by Peter Twitchell It was at the Cowan Hut, owned by the City of Bethel, we had our “Electric Era” Band play for the community at large. People flooded into Bethel to dance from Tuluksak, […]
We are writing this letter to request that everyone reading takes the time to vote in the 2024 election. The beauty of casting your ballot is only possible when everyone votes for the candidate of […]
by Valerie Nurr’araluk Davidson Thanks to a 2020 ballot measure, Alaska’s nonpartisan election system protects every Alaskan’s right to vote for their chosen candidate at every election, regardless of party affiliation. This change was supported […]
Social media contest offers two chances to win prizes. Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation and the Yukon-Kuskokwim Regional Tribal Government are launching a Why Voting is Important contest ahead of the 2024 General Election on November 5, […]
by Thurman Jack Unalakleet, Alaska – The 13th annual Smash Classic Mix-Six Volleyball Tournament concluded Saturday with White Mountain defeating Tanalian (Port Alsworth) in straight sets to claim the championship. The tournament, held from October […]
Backhaul Project celebrates seven years of removing electronic waste, collects more than 141,000 pounds of e-waste from the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta for safe disposal. For the seventh consecutive year, Donlin Gold partnered with Delta Backhaul Company, […]
The Tundra Ridge Road in Bethel is now open for use as of October 4, 2024. It is the road that begins (or ends) at the BIA Road and goes all the way to the […]
by SWAAG On October 5th, 2024, community arts supporters in Bethel turned out in droves to attend the annual Steel Salmon/Raven Auction hosted by the SouthWest Alaska Arts Group (SWAAG). The cultural center was packed […]
by Greg Lincoln The Association of Village Council Presidents presented the 2024 AVCP Awards at the Annual Convention, August 28-29, 2024 in Bethel. A total of seven awards were given. Health Award: Conan Murat of […]
Nome Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit (SDEU) was notified on 9/3/2024 by Anvil Mountain Correctional Center (AMCC) that inmate Arthur Kobuk, 27 YOA of Saint Michael, was expelling balloons suspected to contain narcotics from his rectal […]
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game announces an Emergency Order season extension of the RM 620 resident moose season in Unit 18, that portion that drains into Kuskokwim Bay south of Carter Bay Drainage […]
On September 26, 2024, Mary Alice (Demientieff) Nerby passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 96. Alice was born in Holy Cross, on April 5th 1928 to Eluska and Frances Demientieff. When […]
by Tad Lindley I was saying to somebody, “I’m deeply concerned about the way the current administration is turning their back on Israel.” To which they said, “Israel will come out victorious in the end.” “It’s […]
October 1 Probation violations Isaiah Fancyboy, 37 Violated Conditions of Probation 20 Days
October 4 • On 8-17-2024 at 8:58 p.m. medics responded to the report of a person with a fast heart rate. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 8-18-2024 at 12:45 […]
Three things to eliminate stress, how to break bad habits before they break you, the best foods to eat to feel your best and lose weight, how your bedroom setup can impact your sleep – […]
The Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks initiated a search on October 1, 2024, for two overdue hunters from Fort Yukon that were reported overdue. A DPS Cessna 206 was used to search the various rivers […]
The Alaska State Troopers were notified on October 2, 2024, at 5:27 am, that two adult females were located deceased at a residence in Hooper Bay. Patrol Troopers and Alaska Bureau of Investigation investigators responded […]
by Dave Kutcher Last week we talked about the importance of teaching children good financial management habits and some basics that will serve them well as they begin their own journey toward financial independence. One […]
by Peter Twitchell When I became a freshman at the Bethel Kilbuck School, our class came up with the name. We looked at all the prominent people of Bethel’s history, and our class was chosen […]
I wore our nation’s uniform for 24 years. I voted in many elections, while active duty and since retiring. Most were as an Alaskan resident, moving here in 1993. Not one time, as a registered […]
by Mother Kuskokwim Judge Rules Federal Analysis for Donlin Gold Mine Unlawful. In a landmark decision for the communities of the YK Delta, U.S. District Court Judge Gleason ruled on Monday that the federal analysis […]
The Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) held their annual convention August 28-29, 2024 in Bethel for their 56 member tribes. The convention was opened with a purification ceremony at the Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center […]
A detachment of approximately 20 Alaska Army National Guardsmen assigned to the 207th Aviation Troop Command will deploy in October for approximately 12 months to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection as part of the federal […]
by Thurman Jack Unalakleet Junior Ourea Busk captured her second consecutive state title at the ASAA Division III Girls Cross Country State Championships. Busk finished the 5K course in a time of 20:05, leading from […]
by Delta Discovery Staff Division II runners from 3A schools across Alaska ran in the state cross country 5K finals at Bartlett High Trails in Anchorage. Schools with 151-500 students are in the Division II […]
The City of Bethel Municipal Election was held on October 1st, 2024. Five candidates for city council vied for four seats in the election. Incumbent Rose “Sugar” Henderson was the top vote-getter with 267 votes. […]
by Greg Lincoln Runners from schools throughout Alaska descended upon the Bartlett High trails, the venue for the 2024 State Cross Country finals. Races were held for varsity girls and boys in divisions: 1A/2A, 3A, […]
SeaWorld Orlando is grateful to welcome a rare rescued Pacific walrus calf from the Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC), now under the expert care of SeaWorld Orlando’s renowned animal care specialists. The calf, which was found […]
Paul Nukusuk, Uliiq was born to Benjamin Nukusuk and Patricia Nukusuk-Bunyan on September 12, 1939 and went to be with the Lord on September 18, 2024. His wife of 57 years. MaryAnn was praying with […]
by Tad Lindley The younger of the twin brothers was named Jacob, he was a mama’s boy. He liked to hang out in camp all the time. The older twin, Esau, was a nukalpiaq, spending […]
September 25 Judgments Tyler Joe Andrew, 31 3rd Degree Assault 3 Yrs. Probation violations Tyler Andrew, 31 Violated Conditions of Probation
September 19 • On 8-12-2024 at 11:10 a.m. medics responded to the report of a person with an irregular heartbeat. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 8-12-2024 at 12:22 p.m. […]
by the Alaska Dept. of Law Yesterday afternoon (Sept. 26th, 2024), U.S. District Court Judge Sharon Gleason for the District of Alaska vacated the Endangered Species Act (ESA) critical habitat designations for the Arctic subspecies […]
An additional $2.6 million will be invested in Alaska’s agricultural economy through the Micro-Grants for Food Security Program, administered by the Alaska Division of Agriculture on behalf of the USDA Agriculture Marketing Service. This fifth […]
by Peter Twitchell It has been a busy summer in the Matanuska Valley with millions of dollars pouring into our state to make our highways safer for traffic. I have seen since coming to retire […]
by Dave Kutcher Teach your children about finances and money management starting at early ages … it is crucial more than ever that they understand how to properly manage their financial life in a world […]
We are proud to celebrate another successful year of the Donlin Gold In It For the Long Haul Backhaul Project, thanks to the dedicated partners, IGAP workers, and participants across the Yukon-Kuskokwim region. Your efforts […]
by Michelle Sparck Voters in the Calista region used to be legendary voters, and the “Native” vote meant all the difference in very tight statewide races. Those who are now our Elders, knew that our […]
The Greater Kuskokwim Region I cross country finals were held in Tuluksak on September 28th, 2024. The top three runners from each division will be headed to the Division III State Cross Country finals to […]
The Kashunamiut Chevak Comets hosted the Greater Yukon Delta Conference Cross Country Regionals this past Saturday with visiting teams coming to race from Emmonak, Hooper Bay, Kotlik, Mountain Village, Pilot Station, Russian Mission, and Scammon […]
by Thurman Jack Golovin, Alaska – The Bering Strait School District (BSSD) cross-country championships were held under cold and windy conditions in Golovin, where runners battled it out for top spots to advance to the […]
The federal lawsuit challenges fisheries management that fails to address climate change and unlawfully permits pollock trawlers to catch thousands of salmon as bycatch annually. The Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) and Tanana Chiefs […]
The Bethel Warriors varsity boys and girls cross country teams brought home the Division II Big West Region 1 cross country first place trophy from this past Saturday’s event held in Nome, Alaska, home of […]
by Greg Lincoln The Lower Kuskokwim School District cross country meet was held in Kwethluk, September 28th, 2024. The top 3 runners will be competing at the State Cross Country finals at Bartlett High School […]
Cameron Boyscout of Bethel got his first moose last weekend while hunting near the Yukon River with his dad Bo. His family is very happy and the moose will be gifted away.
The Bethel Lady Warrior Volleyball teams hosted a weekend of volleyball games with teams from Hooper Bay, Kotzebue, and Barrow attending. There was also a senior night recognition ceremony on Saturday for the outgoing seniors. […]
The 2024 Qamuuqhin Hill Trails cross country meet was held in Unalakleet on September 21st, 2024, hosted by the Unalakleet Wolfpack home team. Below are the results. High School Boys 5K Results 1. Seth Paniptchuk […]
Catherine Anne Dick ‘Ilisaq’ was born in Bethel, Alaska to Edward and Eliza Sallison on February 13, 1943. Cathy was one of 12 children. She passed away peacefully at her home in Unalakleet on September […]
Nome Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit (SDEU) was notified on 9/3/2024 by Anvil Mountain Correctional Center (AMCC) that inmate Arthur Kobuk, 27 YOA of Saint Michael, was expelling balloons suspected to contain narcotics from his rectal […]
The 2024 Convention, themed “Our Children – Our Future Ancestors,” will take place from October 17-19, 2024, at the Dena’ina Civic & Convention Center in Anchorage, Alaska. AFN President Julie Kitka will serve as the […]
Lovellyn Amatus of Alakanuk graduated with a Master of Science from the University of Central Arkansas during commencement on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. The university conferred approximately 460 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates from […]
by Tad Lindley T he 2024 Alaska PFD is $1,702. Some folks might get angry at me for writing about giving some of their dividend to God. Understand that I stand to gain nothing. Nobody […]
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), welcomed the U.S. Navy’s announcement regarding its intent to apologize to the Alaska Native people of Kake and Angoon, Alaska for […]
Middle school students from Bethel competed in the Mustang Smokin Stampede middle school cross country meet in Chugiak on September 21st, 2024. Maya Iverson, a 7th grader of Bethel, finished 10th in a field of […]
September16 – 17 Probation violations Samuel Kavelala, 40 Violated Conditions of Probation 90 Days Kristofer Alexie, 25 Violated Conditions of Probation James J. Ashepak, 53 Violated Conditions of Probation 75 Days
August 11 • 8/4/2024 at 21:20 M-5 responded to a report of hypotension. Patient was transported to the hospital. • 8/4/2024 at 22:48 E-5 responded to a trash fire. Firefighters located the fire and put […]
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) in Colorado Springs, Colorado detected and tracked two Russian IL-38 military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on Sept. 11, 13-15, 2024. The Russian […]
The Department of Revenue announces the 2024 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) in the amount of $1,702.00. The amount of the 2024 PFD was calculated by utilizing the amount available for distribution from the Permanent Fund […]
The Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is excited to announce that Alaska residents will be the first in the United States to use translucent polycarbonate driver’s license and identification (ID) cards, a new generation of […]
by Dave Kutcher Striking a balance between paying off debt and building an emergency savings fund can be challenging, but it is crucial for financial stability and peace of mind. Here are some steps to […]
by Peter Twitchell There was a time our tribes in Alaska were healthy, strong, always helping one another with love, respect, honor for each other – and we still are. Because that is who we […]
The Alaska Democratic Party is disappointed with the Alaska Supreme Court ruling that a convicted felon who is incarcerated in New York until 2036 will remain on the ballot as a candidate for Congress despite […]
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), released the following statement after the U.S. Army’s 11th Airborne Division announced the deployment of more than 100 soldiers to the […]
by Chris Bye What Alaska has, it has a lot of. The Last Frontier has a lot of land, natural beauty, natural resources, mosquitoes, and bright, independent people. Living in the Last Frontier is not […]
T he Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD) to provide tiny homes for educators at LKSD school sites for the cost of materials […]
The friends and family of Naomi Larson, a Native Alaskan from Nunapitchuk, Alaska released this information about their loved one who was discovered severely beaten on a friend’s porch on August 5th, 2024. “The previous […]
Calista Public Advocacy and Engagement Committee reconfirms support for Peltola. Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation’s Public Advocacy and Engagement Committee (PAEC) has endorsed 2024 General Election candidates Nellie Jimmie for Alaska House District 38, Bryce Edgmon for […]
by Greg Lincoln The City of Bethel Municipal Election will take place on October 1st, 2024. The Bethel City Council has four open seats: three 2-year term seats and one 1-year term seat. Three seats […]
5 year old Michael Keo harvested his first moose with one shot. His mom gave him the gun and instructed him where to aim, said his family. He is the son of Franklin and Sydney […]
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