This rice recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This delicious dip is from Annie Laraux. You can also use fresh boiled […]
by the Iditarod Trail Committee After careful consultation with our dedicated Trail Breakers and thorough review of current trail conditions, the Iditarod Trail Committee has made the difficult but necessary decision to move the Official […]
by Seth LaCount Deployment in support of NATO allies, expeditionary base operations. The Alaska Army National Guard’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 297th Regional Support Group will deploy approximately 80 Guardsmen on a nine-month mission to […]
The decision does not prevent a notice-and-cure system from being established through the legislative process. On Friday (Jan. 24th, 2025), the Alaska Superior Court denied a motion filed on behalf of the League of Women […]
This rice recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This delicious dip is from Annie Laraux. You can also use fresh boiled […]
by the K300 Race Committee Tonight (Jan. 16th, 2025) the K300 Race Committee Board of Directors decided by unanimous vote to postpone the 2025 Kuskokwim 300. The race, which was scheduled to start next Friday, […]
The Nuna project is the 49th drillsite developed within the KRU and is the first drillsite developed in the Greater Kuparuk Area in nearly a decade. ConocoPhillips Alaska announced today (December 19th, 2024) that the […]
This year marks the 20th year of our family running the Delta Discovery newspaper with your generous help, contributions, and encouragement. Without any of these important pieces, we would not have been able to do […]
The 2024 Alaska State Fair truly lived up to its theme, “Enjoy the Ride,” as a record number of fairgoers made their way the fairgrounds in Palmer from August 16 to September 2. This year, […]
This rice recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This delicious side dish by Sis Laraux is ready for you to cook […]
Every year, AFN honors those who have made outstanding contributions to their families and the Native community. The Citizen of the Year Award recognizes the contributions of a Native person who has demonstrated strong commitment, […]
Action on Pedestrian Safety to reduce fatalities and serious injuries for pedestrians. The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) and the Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) have taken action to intensify efforts to protect […]
by Diana Campbell Fairbanks Native Association was formed in the days of “No Natives Allowed” signs, loss of land, boarding schools and high unemployment for Natives. FNA’s four founders decided the best way to address […]
The Arctic Innovation Competition is accepting ideas for 2025. Competitors of all ages in North America may submit their ideas for a chance to win cash prizes of up to $15,000. The University of Alaska […]
by Chynna Lockett In Alaska, harbor seals thrive in the chilled water of Iliamna Lake, sliding their blubbery bodies onto floating pieces of ice for a winter rest. This group of round-eyed water dwellers has […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
This rice recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This divine Strawberry Rhubarb Pie recipe is from Lena Gregory. Cook and enjoy. […]
by Calista Corporation Five Individuals Recognized for Making an Impact in Their Communities. Five Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation Shareholders are receiving recognition in the 2024 Shareholder Awards. Drawn from nominations submitted by fellow Shareholders, these annual […]
by the Kuskokwim River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission On April 2, 3, and 4, Commissioners from 19 of our Member Tribes gathered in Anchorage for our 2024 Annual Meeting and elections. It was powerful and good […]
by Seth LaCount Approximately 26 students from the Kusilvak Career Academy toured Alaska Air National Guard facilities on Thursday, April 5, 2024. The tour was an effort between the AKANG and the academy to present […]
This salad recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This cold chicken salad recipe is from Patty Parlow Welch. Make and enjoy. […]
This bread recipe is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This sweet roll dough recipe is from Evelyn Elliott. Bake and enjoy. Quyana! […]
Hello! This recipe is for Cranberry Cookies from the “Alaskan Grub Box” recipe book by Sis Laraux. It comes from Donna Lindsey, quyana! Cranberry Cookies 1 c. granulated sugar ¾ c. packed brown sugar ½ […]
This recipe looks so good. Pumpkin Pie Squares by Elsie Mather of Bethel and submitted by Margaret Chaney from the “Alaskan Grub Box” recipe book by Sis Laraux. Enjoy! Pumpkin Pie Squares 1 c. flour […]
A recent study published in Ecological Informatics by a team of University of Alaska Fairbanks researchers has used artificial intelligence to further illuminate a habitat swap among short-billed gulls. Typically gulls live along coastlines and near […]
Here is a recipe for delicious Spicy Cake Donuts by Alice Nerby from the “Alaskan Grub Box” recipe book by Sis Laraux. So good. Spicy Cake Donuts 3 ½ c. flour 2 tsp. baking powder […]
Here is a recipe for everyone’s favorite – assaliaq by Colene LaPalm from the “Alaskan Grub Box” recipe book by Sis Laraux. So tasty and so good. Assaliaq – Fried Bread 1 pkg. yeast ½ […]
This dish is from The Alaskan Grub-Box by Sis Laraux who collected and compiled delicious recipes from her friends and relatives. This baked beans recipe is from Barbara Anvil. Cook and enjoy. Quyana! Baked Beans […]
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.
by Ned Rozell I was sad to learn recently that Craig George was missing and presumed dead when a raft he was floating upon hit a logjam in the Chulitna River on July 5, 2023. […]
by Heather McMillion July is National Recreation and Parks month, and it is a great time to get outside. Being active outdoors offers us many benefits as it connects us with family and friends, helps […]
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) announced today (June 15th, 2023) that the Department of the Interior is distributing $35.4 million to eligible local governments across Alaska through the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program. […]
This has been an incredible season,” writes Dianna St. Vincent. “The Delta Illusion Dancers excelled in both Anchorage competitions and went to the Starpower Dance Competition in Seattle– coming away with several First Place Awards, […]
The Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program at Alaska Pacific University (APU) has been recognized with accreditation by the Accreditation Commission on Education (ACEN). The program is the only one of its kind in Alaska and […]
by Rick Burke Airman Joel Kim, a native of Anchorage, Alaska, participated in a cake-cutting ceremony for the 10th anniversary of USS Anchorage’s commissioning, May 7, 2023. Kim, who is currently the only sailor serving […]
by Rhonda McBride Alaska Native language experts shared their personal stories at the State Capitol on Friday (April 21st, 2023). They came to talk with lawmakers and their staffers about their work on the Alaska […]
Members of cohort represent 238 high schools from Akiachak to Yakutat. The University of Alaska announced today (April 27th, 2023) that 948 high school seniors across the state will graduate as UA Scholars, and be […]
by Mary Catharine Martin Last August, 2022, three Angoon high schoolers portaged and paddled across Admiralty Island supported by Kootznoowoo Inc., the Southeast Alaska Sustainability Strategy, and some classic hip hop. This summer, they’ll be […]
by Ned Rozell Scientists in northern Alaska are learning about polar bears by scraping snow samples from the tracks they leave behind. That snow contains tiny flecks of the massive creatures — mostly cells shed […]
by Ned Rozell Two staff members of the University of Alaska Fairbanks recently rode 1,000 miles across Alaska on bikes with tires fat as a loaf of bread. Jamie Hollingsworth is a do-all field guy […]
by Curtis Krumlauf Did you know that the health of your gums and teeth impacts not just your dental care but also directly contributes to your overall health and wellness? And that gum disease can […]
by Alan Brown A host of Alaska National Guardsmen and members of the Alaska Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and Alaska State Defense Force traveled to Bethel during its 2023 Cama-i Dance Festival, March […]
Congratulations to Cheyenne Chikigak from Alakanuk and Anchorage, she is the new 2023 Miss Cama-i. She was crowned on Saturday night of the Cama-i Festival last weekend. There were four contestants. Participants joining Chikigak were […]
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the 2023 State Small Business Persons of the Year award winners on March 16, 2023. Akiak Technology LLC is proud to announce that Sharon Hamer, the first indigenous […]
by Carlo Mandras Our junior and senior high school students visited the YKHC on March 13 to learn about various careers in the healthcare industry. Student participating in the Medical Terminology and Human Biology program […]
photo by John Wallace Local Kuskokwim mushers Pete Kaiser of Bethel, Richie Diehl of Aniak, and Mike Williams Jr. of Akiak crossed the finish line for the greatest dog mushing race on earth – the […]
The Yukon Delta Conference 1A basketball tournament has its champions – the Scammon Bay Eagles and the St. Mary’s Lady Eagles. The Western Conference 2A winners are also in – the Hooper Bay Warriors and […]
by Ned Rozell In spring of 1946, five men stationed at the Scotch Cap lighthouse had reasons to be happy. World War II was over. They had survived. Their lonely Coast Guard assignment on Unimak […]
by Heather McMillion What you eat today can affect how you feel in 10, 20 or more years from now. As we get older, many of us may develop one or more chronic diseases, such […]
The University of Alaska Fairbanks has selected six people to honor during its 2023 commencement weekend in May. Richard Chalyee Éesh Peterson and Helen (Dick) MacLean will receive honorary doctorates, which recognize recipients’ lasting contributions […]
Kieran Bentley of Napaskiak has been named to Ithaca College’s Fall 2022 Dean’s List. He is the son of Talbert and Kimberly Bentley of Napaskiak, Alaska. Congratulations! Founded in 1892, Ithaca College is a residential […]
Alaska Airlines, a longtime strategic partner of ANSEP (Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program), is offering a new opportunity to ANSEP middle and high schoolers through hands-on simulations that will introduce students to the aviation […]
Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple actions, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to […]
The Qasgirmiut of Bethel, the Qaluyaarmiut Yurartait of Toksook Bay, the Cupiit Yurartait, and the Pingayak Dancers will be some of the featured dance groups in Fairbanks at the Festival of Native Arts, which has […]
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 chickadees spent those long nights was a mystery until a […]
Today (Jan. 18th, 2023) the Alaska House of Representatives elected a Speaker for the 33rd Legislature and in a vote of 26 to 14 named Representative Cathy Tilton (District 26, R-Wasilla) as Speaker of the […]
by Brad Cole Being a retired Alaskan teacher, I am still fascinated by the process of “educating” people. I feel it is a way to get people to accept more responsibility for their lives. Like […]
by Heather McMillion High blood pressure (hypertension) is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke, but did you know that uncontrolled blood pressure can damage your eyes? Your eyes contain many tiny blood vessels. […]
Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA), Alaska Humanities Forum (AKHF), the Alaska Arts and Culture Foundation, and the Office of the Governor are seeking nominations for the annual Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards. Alaska […]
by Bethel Search and Rescue Group 12.16.22 BSAR Kuskokwim River Aerial Survey—Report 2022 – 07* * Summary: It has been nearly a month since BSAR flew our first River Survey of the 2022-23 winter season. […]
by Victoria Granado Service members and civilians came together to pay their final respects to five veterans during an unaccompanied funeral service at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Nov. 30, 2022. […]
Trevin Prince of Bethel, AK has been named to the summer 2022 deans’ list at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. UAF recognizes students named to the deans’ and chancellor’s lists each semester. The lists recognize […]
by Heather McMillion Winter in Alaska can be a difficult time for social and mental wellbeing. Darkness coupled with decreased outdoor activity can result in feelings of loneliness and disconnection. But positive social habits can […]
by Ned Rozell A bird the size of your fist has made humans all over the world marvel at the things we can’t do. Like fly. For 11 days straight, from Alaska to Tasmania, your […]
The Iditarod Race Committee has announced that they are excited to welcome back veteran musher, Michael Williams Jr., to the 2023 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Mike has competed in the Iditarod 7 times between […]
The Bethel Warriors varsity, junior high, and 6th-8th grade boys and girls teams competed at the Lancer Smith Memorial Wrestling Tournament in Palmer this past weekend. Sheldon Smith, Paul Dyment, Aaron Mute, Patricio Vasquez, and […]
Isabel Lieb of the Bethel Lady Warriors won the gold medal at last weekend’s Lancer Smith Memorial Tournament Invitational in Palmer, AK in the 138 lbs. bracket. She defeated Marissa Neumann-Arch of Tok in the […]
by Heather McMillion, MS, RD, LD, CDCES Did you know that one in ten Americans has diabetes and more than one in three has prediabetes? And that Alaska Natives are at increased risk for diabetes? […]
Every year, AFN honors those who have made outstanding contributions to their families and the Native community. The Citizen of the Year Award recognizes the contributions of a Native person who has demonstrated strong commitment, […]
by Ned Rozell Sitting at a window seat on a recent flight from Seattle to Fairbanks, I looked down on Alaska from 35,000 feet. There was my home river, the Tanana, flowing gray and braided […]
The Table of Grace Lutheran Church in Bethel hosted the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 2nd, 2022 at the Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center. Folks were invited to bring their pets to be blessed […]
by Heather McMillion, MS, RD, LD, CDCES Health conditions and medications can be complicated. When we go to see healthcare professionals, we may hear words we do not know. However, it is important that we […]
by K.J. Lincoln This past week a group from Bethel participated in a workshop to learn how to sew Yup’ik grass baskets. I had the honor of learning with them and sharing the knowledge learned […]
Friends of Sheldon Jackson Museum is seeking proposals for their Winter Lecture / Culture Share Series to be held on Zoom between November of 2022 and March of 2023. Speakers are invited to propose to […]
Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation congratulates Mary Peltola on her historic special election win to the U.S. House of Representatives. She will serve in the role until the start of the new Congress following the results for […]
Terralyn and Panikpiaq are picking paunraq blackberries for their Grandma Linda Noratuk on a nice afternoon day in Bethel. Photo taken on 8/14/22. photo by Linda Noratuk
Jackie Berry Larson III picked his first salmonberries of the season on his own and cleaned them while picking with the help of his mom on July 3, 2022. He is the son of Kimberly […]
by Ned Rozell Snow geese flew in a ragged V overhead, rasping as they looked down upon Alaska’s bumpy face for the first time in 2022. Nine hundred feet below, the Yukon River flowed by […]
The Alaska Senate today (April 12th, 2022) unanimously passed Senate Bill 111, an important effort to improve reading skills through increased accountability, well placed resources, and by recognizing that students must be ready to learn […]
by Doug Molyneaux “The summers of 2020 and 2021 saw the lowest numbers on record for chum salmon returning to the Kuskokwim and Yukon rivers. There are many possible reasons for these low returns. I […]
by Hilda Oscar This famous Superfood is fresh in-season during this time. It is as traditional as the Moose Fat Akutaq, other than the sugar that is added, all of it is natural. It is […]
Frank Nicori Jr. of Kwethluk incredibly caught a Silver Salmon while ice fishing at Birch Hill several miles up on the Kwethluk River on March 28, 2022. Star the Dog (in front) is amazed. Frank’s […]
by BIA Office of Justice Services Moapa Band of Paiute Indians of the Moapa River Indian Reservation, Nev. – The Bureau of Indian Affairs Division of Drug Enforcement, with assistance and cooperation of the Moapa […]
Bethel musher Pete Kaiser and Aniak musher Richie Diehl have successfully completed their 2022 run in the 50th race of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race finishing in the top 10. Kaiser, age 34, crossed the […]
by Brad Cole It was in the morning when I started walking down the ice road from Tuluksak. An icy fog hung in the air where in a quarter of a mile the river disappeared […]
Hayden C. Lieb of Bethel was named to the University of Wyoming’s 2021 fall semester academic Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls. Lieb is a 2020 graduate of Bethel Regional High School. The honor rolls […]
The Kuskokwim Corporation (TKC) has launched a new regional facility to help build employability skills, economic opportunity, and cultural connection in the Middle Kuskokwim. The Arviiq Regional Economic Development and Training Center in Aniak opened […]
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