Sunset at Birch Lake on 7-18-06 at 11:23pm. Photo Courtesy Ashley Tipton Delta Lions Club winning ticket is Delta’s own Dave Trainor and he will receive the following:
How will this benefit the community?
For photo enlargements and text, we invite you to browse our family photo album. We would like to thank Joyce McCombs for sharing the photos with the community. If you are interested the Summer Readers program for next summer, contact the Delta Library for more details.
Fantastic Felines at the Summer Readers Lunch & Awards Party
Delta Library Summer Readers donned animal costumes and gathered at the Community Center
Professional Story Teller Joy Steiner came to Delta all the way from Boise, Idaho
These summer readers got into character with their costumes.
For all of the dedicated Copper River’ites’, this is truly the “pot of gold” at the end of a double rainbow. Photo Courtesy Chris AlfonsiThe Delta Husky Football team is still raffling off tickets for a chance to win one roundtrip ticket to Barrow to watch this historic event and one free nights stay in Barrow, August 19, 2006. Not only will you get to see the Delta Huskies face the Barrow Whalers in what will be a historic game, but you’ll have plenty of time to see the sights of Barrow.
Tickets are $10 a piece or 3 for $25. Only 300 tickets will be sold. The tickets will be raffled off during halftime of the first home game one August 12th. For more information about purchasing tickets please call 895-5495 or contact one of your local football players.
The Packers played their first game last Friday, August 5. Good football action, and great cheerleaders. Good luck Packers with your upcoming games. Photo Courtesy Carol Watkins 
The Newsboys will be live in concert on November 5, 2006 at 5:00 pm at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks.
The Newsboys have long been hailed one of the top performing bands in Christian music. They are most well known for their AMAZING live shows and their upcoming show, November 5, at the Carlson Center will prove to be no exception. Their long awaited upcoming album will be released on October 31, just in time for the concert!
The Newsboys’ single, “He Reigns,” was the #1 CHR “Song of the Year” for both CRW and R&R publications, #1 on CHR charts for 10 weeks, #1 on AC charts for 8 weeks, #1 for two consecutive weeks on every AC & CHR chart in Christian music industry and stayed in the top 20 on Christian AC radio for over 6 months!
Awards and Nominations include: 2005 Dove Award Nomination, Praise and Worship Album of the Year, devotion, 2004 Dove Award Nomination, Song of the Year, “He Reigns”, 2004 GRAMMY Nomination, Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album, Adoration: The Worship Album, CCM Magazine Reader’s Choice Awards: Favorite Artist of the Year, 2003 and Billboard Music Video Award, Best CCM Video, “Entertaining Angels,” plus many more.
Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, Charge-by-Phone at 456-4800, Fred Meyer Ticketmaster Outlets and Carlson Center Box Office. Tickets start at only $20.00.
For more information on the Newsboys, please visit http://www.newsboys.com/ , Newsboys – Live in Concert is being brought to you by Christian Professional Phone Directory and KLOVE Christian Radio.
For local information, please contact Kristin Bayer at (907) 451-7800 or via email at kbayer@co.fairbanks.ak.us
The Sullivan Roadhouse Staff and the Delta Chamber of Commerce invite you to a fundraising BBQ Picnic Wednesday, August 9 from 5 P.M..to 7 P.M. join us on the lawn of the Sullivan Roadhouse for Brats, Burgers and Hotdogs. There’ll be ice cream, live music and a raffle. BBQ Picnic is by donation and all proceeds will go towards the Sullivan Roadhouse restoration project.
This is a bee hive at North Pole. August seems to the month for all the hornets and wasps. They are seeking moisture from the grass, plants or wherever they can find it.Dear Fort Greely School X-C (Cross-Country) Parent,
We’re starting the school year running, literally! You may not know it by looking at me, but in a past life I ran on a high school X-C team that competed at the state level in Pennsylvania. While I was a teacher, I also coached several high school X-C teams. I am looking forward to the opportunity of sharing my knowledge and experience with your child. Any students wishing to participate at an X-C practice must first have:
1. A recent school physical,
2. Have paid the $75 Student Participation Fee,
3. A ride home when practice has ended (pickups will always be where we start practice).
A schedule for practice times for August is copied for you on the back of this letter. We are very fortunate in Delta Junction as we have miles and miles of nearby trails with assorted terrain, and I plan on varying the location of practices to keep things interesting, which may require changes to the published schedule. If a practice is to go longer than expected, I will send written notification home with your child in writing; it is their responsibility that it makes its way to you. We will be traveling to compete at meets in Fairbanks this year, and you will find the meet schedule on the September practice calendar. Again, any student who meets the above criteria is encouraged to participate, however, to travel to meets a student must be considered eligible as stated in our sports eligibility policy, listed in the student handbook. My expectations for each student athlete are as follows:
. Always think safety first,
. Attend all practices,
. Maintain a running log,
. Follow practice schedule and rest when you are told,
. Remain eligible so you can compete, and
. Have a good time!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the school (869-3105).
Sincerely,
Brian J. Schaffer
Fort Greely School Principal, X-C Coach
Deltana Fair was held July 28 – July 30. A great time was had by all. Many folks around town are talking about the events that took place this year, and how the fair has improved. By clicking on any of the photos will enlarge the photo you are clicking on.
Sheer me
Let the games begin!
Grand Rooster
Looking thru the bars.
Llamas eyeing ya.
We want to thank Ruby Hollembaek for her photos that she has submitted of the livestock. The DNW will have one more set of 5 photos to publish of the livestock that attended the Deltana Fair this year.
“The Bald Eagle is so named for its conspicuous white head and tail. The distinctive white adult plumage is not attained until 5 or more years of age. Immature birds lack this easily identifiable characteristic and can be confused with the Golden Eagle. The immature Bald Eagle’s unfeathered tarsi (lower legs) and whitish wing linings on the forward part of the wings, can be helpful distinctions where the two species coexist. The Bald Eagle is Alaska’s largest resident bird of prey (the Steller’s Sea Eagle is larger) with a wing span up to 7 1/2 feet (2.3 m) long and weights of 8 to 14 pounds (3.6-6.4 kg). Like many raptors, females are larger than males.” Text used from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
Photo was taken on a camping trip last month heading towards Valdez. Photo Courtesy Marlon Wright.
The Goodpasture River at flood stage just below Indian Creek. This was taken during the month of June when we had all of our rain for weeks.
This is a picture of the mountains above Indian Creek across from Pogo and what remains after the fire a few years ago. The two photos were taken at Pogo Mine. Many of us have no idea what Pogo looks like and Charlie has sent us some photos to share with the readers some of the scenery and views that the workers see each day. The Pogo gold property is located in eastern Alaska, 60 km NE of Delta Junction, and 145Km SE of Fairbanks. Photo Courtesy Charlie Atwell The Division of Elections reminds you that the Primary Election is August 22, 2006. Regular polling places will be open from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. If you are unable to go to the polls on Election Day, vote absentee!
To vote by mail, your absentee by mail applications must be received by August 12th to be eligible to receive a by mail ballot for the Primary Election.
Absentee in person voting begins Monday, August 7, 2006 at locations throughout Alaska. You may vote absentee in person 15 days before an election and on Election Day. If you are unable to go to the polls due to age, serious illness or a disability you may apply for an absentee ballot through a personal representative selected by you to bring you a ballot.
To obtain a by mail application or locate an absentee in person voting location near you, visit our
Beautiful sunset on the last day of July 2006. Photo courtesy Ann Geise WWII Alaska-Siberia Lend Lease Memorial Dedication, Fairbanks, Alaska August 27, 2006, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Nearly 300 guests from the United States, Russia, Canada, Great Britain and France will celebrate WWII Alaska-Siberia Lend Lease Memorial dedication in Fairbanks from August 25 through 28, 2006.
This monument commemorates the flights of American planes from the continental United States via Alaska to Siberia, as authorized by the Lend-Lease Act of 1941, an act to promote the defense of the United States. Between 1942 and 1945, pilots flew the Alaska-Siberia Lend Lease Airway to deliver nearly 8,000 warplanes half way around the world, traversing more than 12 time zones from Great Falls, Montana to the Russian warfronts. Much of the route lay over remote and road-less wilderness where pilots made their way in stages from the safety of one hastily built airfield to the next. Alaska was the exchange location. United States Army Air Corps pilots from the 7th Ferrying Squadron flew planes from their points of manufacture in the US states to Great Falls, then across Canada to Ladd Field near Fairbanks, Alaska, now Fort Wainwright. From there, pilots of the USSR Air Force flew the planes over western Alaska and across Siberia to the warfronts. Due to the severe weather conditions and mechanical problems, 133 airplanes crashed in North America and 44 in Siberia along the Alaska-Siberia Airway.
The heroism of American and Soviet pilots who flew these warplanes from the United States to the Soviet Union during World War II and all who participated in this endeavor will be always remembered.
Among our guests will be:
Russian Ambassador Yuri Ushakov, Russia;
Russian Consul General Vladimir Volnov, Russia;
Governor of Primorsky Territory Sergei M. Darkin, Russia;
Canadian Consul Karen Matthias;
Honorable John van Dongen, Minister of State for Intergovernmental Relations, B.C. Canada;
Lt. General Eric Findley, Deputy Commander, NORAD, Canada;
British Acting Consul General Peter Broom, UK;
The Consul General of France Frederic Desagneaux, France;
United States Senator Ted Stevens, USA;
United States Senator Lisa Murkowski, USA;
Mr. Thomas Adams of the US Department of State, USA;
Former Alaskan Senator John Binkley, USA;
Governor of Alaska Frank Murkowski, USA;
Members of the Alaska State Legislature, USA;
Veterans of Foreign Wars;
and many other distinguished individuals.
We also expect a visit of the Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation, Defense Minister Sergey Ivanov, and the US Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld.
Enclosed with this press release is the final program for all events that will be held in Fairbanks in August 2006 (http://www.aksrc.org/) We would be honored by your participation in the activities and unveiling of the WWII Lend-Lease Memorial on August 27th, 2006 in Fairbanks, Alaska. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Many folks in Delta enjoy the wonderful sound of bluegrass. This is a great opportunity to get out and kick up your heels. This weekend in Talkeetna the Talkeetna Bluegrass Festival will be taking place – Mile 102 Parks Highway. You can have a family campout and listen to bands from all over the state and the Lower 48. Bands play 20 out of 24 hours a day, Friday through Sunday night.
It’s Alaska’s biggest campout! On-site shower facilities are free, just bring a towel (and some soap please). Get thirsty in the summer sun? No worries… there’s fresh drinking water available on site, so you don’t have to trek to town. The parking lots have been fixed up to better accomodate families, handicapped folks, band members, and for the overall safety of all festival-goers.
Website Admission: $35 for the weekend; $10 for Sunday only; free for seniors and children 12 and under.
You can’t miss the big orange semi-truck parked by the Buffalo Gas Station. It will be there today, and part of Friday. They have a truck load of fresh in season produce. Included in this trip are: Cherries, Peaches, Nectarines, Apricots, Apples, Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Beets, Corn on the Cob, Green Beans, W.W. Sweet Onions, Baking Potatoes, Garlic, Jalepeno Peppers, Mild chile peppers, real vine ripe Tomatoes, Pickling cukes and Slicing cukes, Fresh Dill and more.
Stop by and visit with Leah and Wayne Harmon. They are very friendly people. I stopped in yesterday to chat with them, and had some tasty fruit to eat while enjoying their fine company and picking out my produce. We had corn on the cob on the grill last night, and it was very tasty. The canteloupes are very ripe and sweet tasting. The Rainier cherries are delicious. Yes, one could say that the editor loves fresh produce.
They will be back in late Aug. or early Sept. with a new load of fresh produce. You can contact them at their e-mail adress farmscv@yahoo.com or by cell # 406-291-0903 or home #406-295-9155. Come by the Fruit Stand and get a free sample.
Sunday Morning – investigating the dogs.. Mom moose and two babies ..In my yard off Rika’s Road Too Cute! Photo Courtesy Jeanie Gallagher 
M-F; August 7-11; 9am – 12noon
The Adventure of the Treasure Seekers
Dr. Zig at the Big Dig and his sidekick owl (Professor Whoo) will lead the assembly times during VBS at Delta Presbyterian/Faith Lutheran – churches in partnership located next the the Delta Community Center in beautiful downtown Delta Junction, Alaska.
VBS will start at 9 am on Monday, August 7 with registration — we will need information about each child attending — including any allergies and how to contact a parent or guardian in case of an emergency. The color for the first day is red — each child should wear something red on Monday.
There will be Bible stories, crafts, songs, recreation, snacks and more! This year the theme is archaeology, so there will be a treasure to find each day and lots of fun — can you dig it?
Call 895-4159 or 895-4466 for more information.
It’s that time of year again. Our days are getting shorter, the fair is past, and now we are getting ready to step into another school year soon. Principal Brian Schaffer from the Fort Greely School has sent us a few things to post to get you thinking about the next school year and also as reminders to students and parents.
Fort Greely School
Student Registration begins Monday, August 7
Parents who need access to Fort Greely should call the school first
869-3105
Start the school year running!
Fort Greely School Cross Country team sign-up
To sign up, call Mrs. Jensen (869-3105) on Monday, August 7th
Practice to begin Wednesday, August 9th
To practice, students must have current physical and have paid activity fee
Fort Greely School
Student Orientation (Students new to the school district only, please)
Monday, August 21st @ 1:30 p.m.
For more information, or to reserve a spot, please contact Mrs. Jensen @ 869-3105
Fort Greely School
Parent Academy/Open House
Wednesday, September 6th @ 6:00 p.m.
Back to School “Suggested” Supplies List:
1) 1 pkg. colored pencils,
2) 1 pkg. of #2 pencils or mechanical pencils w/graphite,
3) 1 pkg. of pens,
4) 1 pkg. highlighters,
5) 1 pkg. glue sticks,
6) 1 Trapper Keeper binder w/dividers or pocketed folders for each class,
7) 1 composition book,
2 pkgs. loose leaf or notebook paper,
9) 2 boxes of tissues, and
10) A great attitude!
“Speaking of the Fair.. it was beyond brilliant.. it’s the best one for years and years. The exhibits were still down a bit, but they have been for a long time.. but the enthusiasm and participation in events was really good. The parade took almost an hour! So many floats and fun ideas.. and lots of kids and goofy fun… there was a tractor pull and the mud bogs and yes, the blueberry pie contest” Quote was submitted from one of our local residents.
Today we are featuring some of the photos from Carol Watkins. All three photos are taken from the parade on Saturday. Everybody loves a parade. Click on the photos for an enlargment.
Wes and Lindsay Pinkelman – married July 1
Wes and his groomsmen.
Justin Smith and his cousins
At the base of Mt. Moffitt/McGinnis Peak on the Trident Glacier, one of our local photographers, (Michael Kingston) is photographed doing what he loves doing, (Photography). Photo taken by Dean Cummings and submitted by Michael Kingston. Goodbye Loretta
A woman of steel.
An honesty seldom found.
Hard work, dedication
And ready to go a’round.
She dreamed big
For our little town.
She made it her home.
Through its ups and downs.
With her ideas churning
A newspaper and staff
She developed and honed
Her literary craft.
She didn’t give up
On this sleepy little place.
She knew so many people
And never forgot a face.
If you stopped just a moment
You’d see a lady with a big heart
She was larger than life
And in Delta left her mark.
I hope that this town remembers
Loretta forever
She deserves our nod of approval
She distilled so much energy and
Forget her I will never.
Thank you for your minutes, hours, days and years
We can never repay you but I hope that you know.
We realize now Loretta that
It’s time to rest– you must go.
Thank you for all your years of hard work & love for our little Alaskan town.
May the good Lord bless you for all the time, energy & love you invested.
Goodbye Loretta from Ruby and so many others
2006 Pipeline Run Winners 5K
Age Group 15-20
Women
1st Melissa Jackson 21:49
2nd Lindy Smith 21:52
3rd Cari Dighton 25:52
Age Group 21-30
Women
1st Sam Sloan 27:30
2nd Sarah McCrea 31:58
Age Group 31-40
Women
1st Ellen Clark 27:32
Men
1st Ted Rossen 21:55
Age Group 41-50
Women
1st Lonnie Miller 31:58
2nd Elizabeth Garramore 34:42
Men
1st Mike Pelto 20:45
2nd Lauren Kostoff 21:28
3rd Wayne Santos 22:58
Age Group 51-60
Women
1st Mary Saarloos 45:47
2nd Leslie Ozawa 30:14
Men
1st John Sloan 25:56
Age Group 61 and over
Men
1st Art Saarloos 35:473
3K run
Age Group 11-14
Men
1st Charlie Herman 19:57
Age Group 41-50
Women
1st Regina Pelto 22:08
The participants and I would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for their support and help with the 2006 Pipeline Run in the Late Night Sun:
Fred Meyer, NorthUniversity Safeway Food and Drug, Robbie’s Rods, Alaskan Steakhouse and Motel, AK Espresso, Delta Industrial Services, Delta Building Supply, Wells Fargo, Video Unlimited, The Hair Doctor, Arctic Fox Safety, Buffalo Center Napa, Adam’s Rib and Mountain House Lodge, Mary Kay- Martha Kimball, Morley Electric, Noise Goose Farms, Alyeska, Buffalo Center Drive-In, Shannon Cummings, Craig Cummings, Donnie Bunselmeier, Josh Hoffman, Dave Hoffman
I have returned from my little trip. My family and I enjoyed a mini vacation to Valdez this last weekend. I am sorry that the DNW was not updated. I tried to take care of it, but had no phone connection in Valdez, while staying at Captain Jim’s campground.
Hope everyone had a lot of fun at the fair. Before leaving on Saturday morning, my family and I took in the fair on Friday evening. It was reported to me on Sunday that the fair was receiving rain. Hope that didn’t put a damper on things for all you fairgoers. I want to thank everyone for sending in their photos of the parade and the activities that took place at the fair. I will use them randomly.
I am working on the updates for August on the DNW right now, and it will probably take me a little while. When one leaves her computer desk, 458 emails later and sorting thru all of them, I have found all the ones I need for the DNW updates today.
Thank you for making the DNW a success and for coming back each day to visit with us.
While visiting the Glory Hole on the south end of Summit Lake we spotted a wood frog. Photo Courtesy Sheryl Mills