A service to help people impacted by Typhoon Halong file for federal support has reopened in Bethel.

The St. Sophia Russian Orthodox Church choir kicked off Orthodox Christmas celebrations in Bethel by honoring Elders first. The spinning star at the center of Slaviq will be working its way through a dozen homes in the community through Sunday, Jan. 11, accompanied by hours of feasting and singing.

The Bogus Creek 150 sled dog race has been postponed due to extreme cold weather conditions, a stark contrast to the warm conditions last year.

Gov. Dunleavy has issued a disaster declaration for the community of Napaskiak for a December 2025 power outage that froze pipes, and that has left the community without running water for a month.

A spokesperson confirmed that some, but not all, Club 49 members have been incorrectly charged bag fees since a new baggage policy went into effect on Jan. 3.

David Paul’s sentence is among the longest given for sexual assault and sexual abuse in the state’s history.

Individuals who have been impacted by Typhoon Halong may be eligible for unemployment benefits if their ability to work was impacted.

The Alaska Court System says a lack of accommodations has created unnecessary burdens for prospective jurors from a dozen nearby villages. Beginning in January 2026, trial jury service will be limited to Bethel residents.

Author Lani Hulse releases her children’s book "Aanaq? Am I your sunset?" to support the Western Alaska Disaster Relief Fund.

The SBA announced on Dec. 11 that it had already approved nearly $3.7 million in loans to restore typhoon-damaged homes for 63 individuals.