Marycait Dolan

2 weeks ago | kyuk.org | Evan Erickson |MaryCait Dolan |Marycait Dolan |Gabby Salgado

Thousands of rainbow smelts arrived in Bethel yesterday evening on their annual migration up the Kuskokwim River to spawn. But for many, the last stop on their journey was a dipnet, as dozens of residents showed up with the long-handled nets to fill their buckets with the diminutive, iridescent fish. The smelt run marks the beginning of the summer fishing season. It’s a reminder for residents of lower Kuskokwim communities that the arrival of salmon is just around the corner.

2 months ago | kyuk.org | MaryCait Dolan |Marycait Dolan

With pieces that draw upon the traditional knowledge of her Alaska Native and Sámi heritage, artist Miranda Ciquyaq Robb's ivory creations blend craftsmanship and culture while spreading joy to all who wear them.

Feb 23, 2025 | kyuk.org | MaryCait Dolan |Marycait Dolan

Mushers began to cross the finish line of the 2025 Bogus Creek 150 sled dog race in quick succession early Sunday morning, just 16 hours after their departure upriver in a mass start on Saturday. Leading the way and finishing in first was Akiak's Mike Williams Jr., who crossed the finish line at 7:08 a.m. This is Williams Jr.'s second career victory in the race.