Monthly Archives: December 2009

Would the person who took seven (7) children’s DVD’s from the Delta Library last week and left all the empty boxes hidden in the bookshelves please return the movies? It’s usually “no questions asked” but in this case, I have to wonder: Why would you steal what you can borrow for free? Here’s your chance to do the right thing.

The movie titles are: Great Expectations, Black Beauty, Meet the Robinsons, Quest for Camelot, Walt Disney’s Enchanted, The Three Stooges and Cartoon Craze All Stars, Volume One.

Thank you.
Joyce McCombs,
Delta Library Director

Note: The posters will be placed in supporting businesses around the area and many more are given to the Athletic Department to put-up around the school or wherever they decide to have them.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration.

Robert Marrs
All American Publishing
(888) 357-9911 Ext. 3364

If your organization or business is having a special event during the Christmas/New Years season, please send it to the DNW, so we can add it on the front page. 

This would be Christmas Eve services, Christmas Day events, Holiday Closures with dates, New Years Eve parties.  Please email Delta News Web.

This is the time of the year when the world thinks of the baby from Heaven.

Have you wondered what was in the Mother’s heart?

What is in your heart?

This I know about your heart….
there is room for Him if you but open the door.

Howard Echo-Hawk
Pastor Delta Christian Center

Mary, Did You Know?

Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy
Would one day walk on water?
Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy
Would save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your Baby Boy
Has come to make you new;
This Child that you delivered
Will soon deliver you.

Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy
Will give sight to a blind man?
Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy
Will calm the storm with His hand?
Did you know that your Baby Boy
Has walked where Angels trod?
When you kiss your Little Baby,
You kiss the Face of God!

Oh, Mary, did you know?
Oh, Mary, did you know?

The blind will see, the deaf will hear,
The dead will live again.
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak
The praises of the lamb!

Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy
Is Lord of all creation?
Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy
Will one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your Baby Boy
Is Heaven’s Perfect Lamb?
This sleeping Child you’re holding
Is the Great I Am!

A version of “Mary, Did You Know?” is on the web page and is from Kenny Roger’s CD called “The Gift”. The words were written by Mark Lowry and the music was written by Buddy Greene. This version was sung by Kenny Rogers and Wynonna Judd.

Category #1 (Handmade)

Child Division – Ages 4-7
1st Place – Delta Library Story Hour Kids

Youth Division – Ages 8-11
1st Place – Augusta Anderson

Category #2
(Kit Gingerbread Houses)

Child Division – Ages 4-7
1st Place – Kraig & Dustin Peterson
2nd Place – Tyler Hudgin
3rd Place – Brendan Hudgin

Youth Division – Ages 8-11
1st Place – Samantha Smith

Adult Division – Ages 18 & Up
1st Place – Nancy King
2nd Place – Becky Peterson with help from Kraig & Dustin Peterson
3rd Place Rousheen Wolf

People’s Choice Awards!
Child Division – Ages 4-7
Dustin & Kraig Peterson

Youth Division – Ages 8-11
Samantha Smith

Adult Division – Ages 18 & Up
Nancy King

Category 1 Ages 1-3
1st Place – Rayna Tuckwood
2nd Place – Jocelyn Filla
3rd Place – Kainala Kaio

Category 2
Ages 4-5
1st Place – Carter Richards
2nd Place – Amber Klein
3rd Place – Jack-Ryan Peterson

Category 3
Ages 6-7
1st Place – Emily Bevard
2nd Place – Sadie Tuckwood
3rd Place – Joshua Jurva

Category 4
Ages 8-10
1st Place – Ashley Bevard
2nd Place – Natalia Zimerzliuc
3rd Place – Jacob Jurva

Still wondering what you can give your family, grandchildren, sister or other loved ones for the holidays? How about tickets to Imago Theatre’s ZooZoo, FCA’s family program? It’s personal, memorable and it’s a gift you get to share!
Defying classification, Imago Theater has populated the stage with characters and beings such as comedic amphibians, acrobatic larvae, circus boulders, and metamorphosing humans in works which tantalize the senses and the intellect. ZooZoo brings frogs, rabbits, penguins, hippos and other creatures in a show promising the best of Imago’s family friendly theater.

“A mastery of mime, dance and acrobatics.” —The New York Times

Some may remember Frogz (I know I’ll never forget it—or the fun I had with my family afterward discussing what we had liked the best and why). YouTube

As always, we keep our family programs affordable.

Give a gift of fun and song that lasts the whole new year!

Not looking for family entertainment? FCA offers something for every friend and family member. Chose from the raw excitement of Street Beat, the dazzling high energy of Les Yeux Noirs, the soaring beauty of Sharon Isbin and Mark O’Connor, the allure of Ira Glass or a gift certificate for some or all! We promise more stimulation than a stocking full of tube socks while satisfying your need for holiday sparkle.

Tickets are available through AlaskaTix 490-2858, at alaskatix.com or at Grassroots Guitar and gift certificates are available through the FCA office 474-8081. More at fairbanksconcert.org

And speaking of fairbanksconcert.org, have you been there lately? We have been adding new features all the time! We have social media options, new stories being posted all the time, a podcast with FCA director Anne Biberman and just in time for the holidays, an FCA store!

That’s right! In response to our members’ comments about long lines at Hering to buy CDs, now you can purchase our artists CDs through Amazon and support FCA. http://www.fairbanksconcert.org/news/fca-website-store-opens 4 – 6 % of your purchase will go to support FCA’s Education Partnership.

You can find the link at the top right of our site or follow this link:

Happy Holidays, and thank you for supporting FCA.

Dear Editor;

Franklin P Smith Press announces the audio collection – The Christmas Book.

The Christmas Book audio collection contains seven original Christmas stories by Franklin P Smith, which have never been written. The variety of these stories ranges from ‘The Christmas Stocking’ (a new turn on the fable of switches in the stocking of a person who has been not-so-good), through a story about a male cat and how he creates a legend, to “The Christmas Drum’ (for those in military service). Each story is totally different from the others, but all together are reflections of the one story of Christmas.

The setting for these stories is the Smoke House – a very particular place that could be anywhere. The owner of this establishment and the men who come to the Smoke House each tell a story, a different one each day during the week before Christmas. Seven old men gather around a black pot-bellied stove and share their stories. You get to watch, and listen, without being seen.

This audio collection will be distributed by Franklin P Smith Press through out the world by Armed Forces Entertainment, USO, PRX and numerous none commercial radio stations world wide. Franklin P Smith Press is also association with AMARC Radio world wide and to non-commercial radio stations that have web sites on the Internet.

For direct access for the public access, go to Franklin P Smith’s web site – . Use may use the following URL, user name and password to listen to this extraordinary audio selection:

URL http://franklinpsmithstoryteller.com/broadcast_archives.php // user name is broadcasters // the password is fra5U9ez (this is case sensitive) to download these audio files where you and your news service may enjoy the Christmas audio and the world wide programs.

Franklin P Smith
5629 Waterford Ct.
Morrow, Ga. 30260
770-968-1637

http://www.franklinpsmithstoryteller.com/
fpsmith4@talessmokehouse.com

Enjoy the stories. What is amazing about these Christmas audio stories, people have laugh and cried months after their minds and souls have encountered them.

Dear Editor,

The Deltana Community Services Partnership, a 401 c(3) nonprofit corporation, would like to thank all who helped to make our Senior Housing “Blow Away the Winter Blues” Dinner/Dance Public Awareness Event and Fundraiser, held at the Delta Clearwater Moose Family Center Saturday, December 12, a success. The DCSP is a community oriented and non-political non-profit endeavoring to bring more human services to the Deltana region on a regular basis. This fundraiser was our first to assist in the Market Analysis needed in the Business Plan for a Senior Housing development here in Delta Junction.

Rick Tohm, of the Moose Lodge, and his help in the kitchen prepared a satisfying, delicious meal for all who attended. There were many decadent desserts provided by the DCSP Coalition members that more than satisfied the sweet tooth. The Moose Lodge decorated the dining room in traditional festive Christmas décor with votives, greenery, and proved to be excellent hosts for our event. We also want to thank: our Mayor, Mary Leith-Dowling, who greeted everyone at the ticket table while Ken Farrow on his autoharp filled the atmosphere with holiday music. Silent auction items were donated by local artisans, Mike Martinez and Jamie Kubitskey. Additionally, we want to thank: Northern Comfort for the mix of music, Roger Hozelton’s for his live performance; David Flynn for sound system, music and live entertainment, New Hope Community Church Training Center students and staff for the snowflake table centerpieces. We also want to honor and acknowledge the generous contributions of our DCSP Board members including Rachelle Hill, Barbara Flynn, Joseph Brokus, Cathie Green, David Flynn, Vera Gorban and John Lewis for volunteering to set up, organize clean tables and serve others. And an EXTRA SPECIAL thanks to Luke Sinclair who spent the evening behind the scenes washing all of the dishes while everyone enjoyed the evening.

The event generated over $2,000 in in-kind donations and $2,300 from the event. Most importantly, key community members were present, supported the event, and learned more about the senior housing project and the DCSP goals. Again thanks to all those from the community who participated and volunteered, providing support along with their time and resources, to make the evening an event to be remembered!

DeborahA. Hayes M.Ed,
Project Director and

Deborah Snyder
Project Administrator

It may be cold out side but it will be warm and cheery at the Community Center, Saturday, December 19, 11am -5pm for that last minute shopping.

We have 24 vendeors and lots of good sales for you.

Come on in, have lunch and listen to the Christmas music.

All the vendors wish you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Mt. Hayes, Inc. – Realtors will be closed December 23 through December 27 and December 30 through January 3.

Phone messages and emails will be checked daily. Have a safe and happy holiday season!

On Saturday the 12th, the stage was set for the annual Delta Children’s Christmas party presented by Alpha Omega Life Care Inc. The stockings wer hung by the chimney with care–oops–I mean the walls were decorated, Santa’s empty throne awaiting, the yummy treats laid out, and the lighted tree blinking merrily. All that was missing was shouting, excited children.

But at 2 o’clock, there they were–eighty or so parents and children crowded into the community center, eating and coloring and photographing. Someone was playing Christmas songs, and retired Pastor Richard Carpenter told us about Saint Nicholas and read the Christmas story.

Then suddenly, what to my wondering eyes should–oops, there I go again–suddenly there was a loud and deep Ho! Ho! Ho!, and there he was, Santa, patting his tummy in glee as he saw all the children waiting.

Only a couple were too terrified to perch on Santa’s knee–flashbulbs flashed, gifts were given out, and then sadly it was time for Santa to leave for his next stop.

And time for Alpha Omega’s friends to help clean up and begin planning for next year–if you missed this one, then right now put it on your calendar–we’ll look forward to seeing you there!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

From the UAF Cooperative Extension Service
The CES office will be closed December 19 – January 3. Messages will be checked weekly.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Puppy Scams Affect Pet Buyers and Sellers

Anchorage, Alaska – Dec. 14, 2009 – “Puppy scams” are affecting those looking to buy a new puppy and breeders wanting to sell their cherished lines.

“These scams prey on emotions,” said Robert W.G. Andrew, CEO of Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington. “They target consumers looking for a pet they can afford or breeders looking for a good home to send their pups.”

Scams Targeting Puppy Buyers:
A con artist poses as a breeder and places an ad for inexpensive or free puppies in a newspaper or online classified. The scammer often only communicates through e-mails. The con artist asks the buyer to wire money for shipping, but buyers who send the funds, never receive the puppy.

An Oregon family was looking to welcome two bull dog puppies into their home after losing a family pet in an auto accident. They paid shipping costs via Western Union and later received an e-mail saying they needed to pay for a crate, transfer of ownership and insurance, but 95 percent of these costs would be refunded upon delivery of the puppies. After paying, another e-mail arrived saying the puppies were in California but need funds to cover shots, puppy licenses and state customs, which would be refunded when the dogs arrived. The buyers then realized the situation was a scam and the puppies didn’t exist.

To avoid the scam: Deal locally, avoid wiring money and pay when picking up the puppy.

Scams Targeting Puppy Sellers:
A dog owner posts a newspaper or online classified ad to sell their puppies. A scam artist poses as a perspective buyer and e-mails the breeder asking for details about the puppies and requests mailing information for sending payment. The scam artist sends a check for more than the asking price and asks the breeder to forward the extra money to a person or company handling shipping. Breeders who deposit the check usually discover that the money never comes, or arrives but is stolen from another person or business’s account. The breeder can be responsible for paying back the money to the rightful owner, including the funds they thought were for shipping, but really went to the scam artist.

An Alaskan Labrador breeder selling a litter of pups has been contacted 2-3 times a day by these scams. In some situations the scam artists try to sound legitimate by talking about how the puppy will play with their children, be loved like a child and that they’ll send photos of the puppy at it’s new home. Click here for scam e-mail examples.

To avoid the scam: Deal locally, request cash and never forward funds to pay for shipping or other costs.

There will be a holiday bazaar at the Delta Community Center.

Saturday, December 19. Time is 11am to 5pm.. Everyone is will come to attend.

There are many vendors and Santa Claus will be in attendance.

DMV will be closed December 24th-26th  and January 2nd.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

The Pyshical Fitness Center has an adult basketball league that runs from January 19, 2009 and ends on April 22, 2009.

Please call the GYM at (907) 873-2696 or the POOL at (907) 873-5665.

Happy Hoilidays to all.
GYM STAFF

SASSY- Designer-Inspired Handbags & Accessories- will be having a Holiday Open House on Sunday, Dec. 20th. 1-4 p.m.

There will be a door prize drawing and refreshments served.

Directions: The Rich to Jack Warren Road, Jack Warren to Triple H, take a left, and follow the signs.

Call Karla King if you’d like further information, or to book a private party at (907)895-5154 or (907)505-0269.

Avoid Traps When Looking for a Vancouver-Whistler Rental
Anchorage, Alaska – Dec. 10, 2009 – The 2010 Olympics are approaching, but the scams have already arrived.

With Vancouver just a road trip away some locals will make the trek to the games. Better Business Bureau warns perspective vacationers to lookout for scams when searching for Vancouver-Whistler area rentals.
Phony ads for British Columbia rental properties are popping up on Craigslist and other online classifieds, aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting renters.

Victims typically fall for rental scams after responding to an online classified for a rental property. Victims say they were told by the supposed landlord that they needed to wire a large deposit in order to receive the keys to the rental home. When the victims asked if they could check out the property first, the landlords claimed that they were out of the country and could not show the house. Often the real homeowners have their house up for sale – not rent – and had pictures posted online that the scammers steal for their bogus listings.

In one example, according to a Royal Canadian Mounted Police report, a U.S. group attempted to rent a property from a landlord in Whistler, who requested a $2,000 deposit by wire transfer to secure the residence through the 2010 Games. There was an issue with the information provided by the landlord to the renters and Western Union halted the transaction before it could be completed.

BBB advises renters to watch for the following red flags:
• The deal sounds too good to be true. Scammers will often list a rental for a very low price to lure in victims. Find out how comparable listings are priced; and if the rental comes in suspiciously low, walk away.
• The landlord is located elsewhere and prefers to communicate via e-mail. Scammers are known to say they have just been relocated out of the country for a job or missionary work.
• The landlord asks the renter to wire money through wire transfer services, such as Western Union or MoneyGram. Money sent via wire transfer service is extremely difficult to retrieve; and once the scammers have picked it up, there is little recourse—if any—for getting your money back.
• The landlord requires a substantial deposit before handing over the keys or even showing the home. Don’t pay any money before inspecting inside the property. If you cannot travel early to examine the property: ask for a contract with all the terms, details and conditions; make sure the rental is furnished; request proof that the property belongs to the individual; and ask if, after signing the contract, you can pay upon your arrival to the property. Owners renting their home, condominium or apartment for the games are required to have a business license through the City of Vancouver, request a copy (a license is not required to rent a single room).
• If you are looking for accommodations during the 2010 Games, the Olympics has an official Web site, providing a list of hotels, bed and breakfasts, private home rentals and rooms on cruise ships. Check Canadian tourism businesses out at http://www.bbb.org/ . Make sure they are properly licensed. Travel agencies should be licensed with Consumer Protection BC and Property Management firms with the Real Estate Council of British Columbia.

Annual Christmas Concert will be taking place at the Fort Greely Chapel tonight at  7PM.

This is an Open Event at Fort Greely Chapel. Guests who do not have Fort Greely passes may join us by bringing a driver’s license and proof of both registration and insurance. Photo ID’s are requested only for passengers over 16. Guests without passes are advised to arrive 15 minutes early.

Hello….

A few weeks back, I decided to write something for our men and women serving in the military,  and for those who have served in the past….

So I wrote this song,, We Owe it all to you… a newspaper wrote and told me if it were a You Tube video,, he would promote it in his paper… so I then got in contact with AnySoldier.com and was given permission to use the photo’s they sent me… next step… my wife put the slide show together… and now we would just like to get it to as many military personal as possible,, just to let them know how we feel…

Thank you for your time
Have a wonderful Christmas
Your friend,
Matty Kaspak

YouTube – We Owe It All To You

When you can’t think of what to give that special person for Christmas, give Chamber Gift Certificates!

Available in denominations from $10.00 up. Can be used at many local chamber businesses.

Stop by the chamber office and purchase your certificates early.

There are no fees associated with purchasing or redeeming certificates.