Two organizations have teamed up to work with Delta communities to fix the issue of unvaccinated and uncared-for stray dogs that threaten a community’s well being.
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Fishermen are pulling up empty nets from Kuskokwim’s low water
Subsistence fishermen along the Kuskokwim River are reporting water on the is low, and nets are coming up mostly empty. Other fishermen, facing tight restrictions and cultural tension, have decided to refuse to fish.
Yukon subsistence fishermen needed to collect king salmon samples
Over the past several years, fishery managers have placed extremely tight harvest restrictions on king salmon fishing in the Yukon River. The hope is that conservation will lead to larger runs.
Bethel to decide on lease for state air quality monitoring
Bethel City Council Member Leif Albertson hopes better monitoring will help inform policymakers in improving air quality for residents, especially those with chronic breathing conditions.
Alaska Federation Of Natives keeping close eye on White House
The Alaska Federation of Natives is keeping a close eye on the new administration of President Donald Trump. The Native organization’s board is developing ways to negotiate with the current government in Washington, participate in decision making, and advance Alaska Native priorities.
Bettors wait for the Kuskokwim Ice Classic Tripod to stop the clock
The Kuskokwim Ice Classic sold 7,381 guesses this year, raising more than $32,000. What doesn’t go to the winner, goes to youth groups around the Delta who worked to sell tickets.