In October 2025, daily life in dozens of Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta communities was suddenly interrupted when the remnants of Typhoon Halong slammed into the coast. Over the past year, the crisis has shined a light on what is still missing from disaster response, and what tribal communities need to protect a way of life bound to the land.

Another survey expected in January 2027 may reveal the full scope of the price spike in rural Alaska caused by the Iran war.

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, community members marched from the Yupiit Picaryarait Cultural Center to the Tundra Women's Coalition building for the group's annual Peacewalk on Oct. 5.

Alaskans seeking an appeal may provide additional documentation of damages, including receipts and bills for eligible repairs, repair receipts from contractors or repair services, proof of ownership, or other information to substantiate an appeal.

The Division II Bethel Warriors boys and girls teams were joined by Division III runners from Scammon Bay, Chevak, Tuluksak, Kwethluk, Akiachak, and Sleetmute. Bethel junior Cole Iverson took second place overall for the Warriors boys.

With results yet to be certified, elections officials have announced likely winners in races for four seats on the Bethel City Council, as well as school board seats for half a dozen districts across the Y-K Delta.