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Samantha Watson

Reporter · US

Indexed articles, last 90 days
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Oct 1, 2026
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Jul 14, 2026

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  1. Article · Oct 1, 2026 · Samantha Watson

    'You'll be bedazzled.' Bethel celebrates Dolly Parton’s literary legacy with community party (opens the original)

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    Most people know the late Dolly Parton as a rhinestone-studded country singer, made famous for her household hits “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You.” But to 10-year-old Riverlyn Voorhees, she’s known first as the book lady. “I didn't know until mom explained it after the book of '[The] Coat of Many Colors,'” Voorhees said. “She explained it, and then played a song and said she's a famous singer.” Riverlyn was talking about Parton’s children’s book, "The Coat of Many Colors." It’s one of sever

  2. Article · Sep 29, 2026 · Samantha Watson

    No injuries reported in Tundra Ridge vehicle fire (opens the original)

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    Bethel police and fire departments responded to a vehicle fire on the evening of Monday, Sept. 28. First responders said that a snowcat machine — a piece of winter equipment typically used to groom trails or navigate deep snow — was ablaze at a residence in Tundra Ridge. The fire did not spread from the vehicle and did not cause any reported injuries, according to Bethel police. The Bethel Police Department (BPD) said that their initial investigation showed that the fire may have been arson or a

  3. Article · Sep 26, 2026 · Samantha Watson

    Patricia Smith named as president and CEO of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (opens the original)

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    Bethel’s regional health corporation has appointed a new president and CEO. On Sept. 25, the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) announced that Patricia Smith will lead the regional health care provider. Smith stepped in as interim president and CEO of the corporation in April, when Dan Winkelman stepped down from his role after 12 years. Smith has worked in a variety of roles for YKHC over a 30 year tenure, including as vice president of outpatient care and village health before stepping

  4. Article · Sep 25, 2026 · Samantha Watson

    Donlin draft environmental report analyzes larger spill scenario (opens the original)

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    A 2025 court order hinged on the possible environmental impact of the dam that would hold back waste from the proposed Donlin Gold mine project, called a tailings dam. Donlin Gold plans for the construction of a dam taller than the great pyramid of Giza, with the capacity to contain millions of tons of tailings, rock, and other production waste. It’s been a focal point for regional opposition to the mine. Many locals have expressed fear about the possible contamination of the nearby land, commun

  5. Article · Sep 24, 2026 · Samantha Watson

    Holy Cross post office closed due to flood-related mold (opens the original)

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    The post office in the Yukon River community of Holy Cross is closed due to flood-related damages. According to a report from the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, the post office has been closed for several weeks on account of mold. Some mail services to the community are paused, and mail is being distributed from a temporary space in the village. In May, Holy Cross saw moderate flooding caused by persistent ice jams during the thaw and breakup of the Yukon River ic

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