Happy 9th Birthday Tim.  Hope your birthday is everything you want it to be.  So glad you are part of our family.  Pictured above are Tim Lenon, his dad, Art and his little buddy Christopher.
Photo Courtesy Marlin Dunklebarger

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Rumor has been going around again that wildak.net was going by the wayside.  This rumor is not true.  Those of us who have wildak accounts are grandfathered into their system and will remain as wildak.net.  If you have personal websites uploaded thru wildak.net, your website will also remain the same.

Webmaster-- September 27, 2004

Christine Kingston

Photos from Deltana Fair 2004.  Imaginarium.
Photo Courtesy CRTC/Michael Kingston
 

We took this picture on Sept 26, Sunday evening from our living room window. Photo Courtesy Sam & Diane Vose

LOST DOG

$50 REWARD-Lost dog, Pomeranian/Chihuahua x, weight about 4 lbs, tan long-haired with white, last seen between Fales and Hannan Rds. on Wed. eve. 9/22. Name is "Gizmo".  Shy, will not always come to name.  Call 895-4440.

September 24, 2004

Happy Eighth Birthday on October 20 to Mr. Tristan Hunter Bowen.  I'm so proud of you and I wish I could be there for your fun day!  Love you tons,  your Mamy.

Happy birthday to Jessica Diviney on October 22.  Hope you have a great day, and remember that we love you.  Mom & David

Happy 11th Birthday - October 22. Kayla Mackey. Hope you have a great day. Daddy wishes he could be with you. Love you, miss you lots. Daddy, July-Ann and the rest of the family in Washington.

Happy Birthday to Jessica Diviney on October 22! We miss and love you! All Our Love, "The Ricaporte Girls"

Happy Birthday on October 23 to Diane Schultz of Delta Homes.  We wish we could be there with you!  Love, Mom and Duud.

Happy birthday to my wife Carolyn Howard, October 24,   Love Jeff.

Wishing Jonathan Carpenter a Happy Birthday on October 24.  Love Dad.

Happy Birthday Christine Kingston! October 26.  Love Mom and Dad

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY  Oct 20 - Oct 26

Happy Anniversary to Diane and Jeff Schultz on October 25!  Love, Mom and Duud

Cold Climate Building and Solar Energy Workshops Offered

Energy and Housing Specialist Rich Seifert, will travel to Delta to conduct his  (free) 8-hour Cold Climate Building Workshop, on Saturday, November 6th. He is also offering an “Introduction to Solar Energy for Alaskans” workshop on Friday evening November 5th from 7:00 pm –10:00 pm for a fee of $10 to cover the cost of the Alaska Solar Design Manual.  Registration deadline is Wed, November 3rd. Both workshops are scheduled to be held at the Delta CES conference room. Early registration is encouraged as seating is limited.

October 20, 2004

This is Isaac Sylvester Waters born to Matt & Renee (Welch) Waters on 10/19/04 at 7:18 pm in Fairbanks.  Renee is a 1994 graduate of DHS.  He is Robert & Julie Welch's first grandson and 2nd grandchild. He is 6 days old in this picture. Photo Courtesy Renee Waters

This photo was taken by using a red filter over the lens of a Canon G2  which has the ability to capture infrared. Photo Courtesy Carol J Watkins

Memorial Service for Chaddie Kelly

“Her children rise up and call her blessed.” Proverbs 31:28. Chaddie Ruth Byers Kelly was born in an old stone house on the Canadian prairies of Saskatchewan, January 20, 1922, to Ernest and Lucy Byers. A survivor from birth, Chaddie weighed only two and a half pounds and was kept alive in a shoe box by her grandmother who wrapped warm towels around her until Chaddie was strong enough to survive on her own. She spent the early years of her life in Canada, riding her pony to and from school. At the age of thirteen, Chaddie arrived on a ship in Valdez with her family and traveled the Valdez trail to Fairbanks. She was introduced to her future husband, Samuel A. Kelly, at a Fairbanks dance and married in 1940. Chaddie and Sam were both true Alaska pioneers, living and working throughout Alaska. They had three children, Susan Chaddie, Yvonne Arline, and Samuel Angus III, who were born in Nome, Kodiak and Fairbanks, respectively.

In 1953, Chaddie and her family moved to Delta Junction. Sam began work at Fort Greely and they started a secondhand store which evolved into Kelly’s Hardware and Lumber. In 1961, the store burned to the ground, but was replaced by Kelly’s Motel which continues to operate today as Kelly’s Alaska Country Inn. Eventually, Sam became Delta Junction’s first mayor, while Chaddie enjoyed being a working wife, mother and businesswoman. Chaddie was a founding member of the Delta Businessmen’s Association which later became the Delta Chamber of Commerce. Sam retired from Fort Greely, but grew ill in the late 1960’s. Chaddie remained devoted to Sam until his death in 1981. Chaddie continued to operate the motel until a severe stroke in 1997 when her children joined her in the business. She enjoyed hosting the Delta Women’s Aglow meetings, home church groups, and many gatherings of friends and family in her living room.

Chaddie was an extraordinary woman, known for her elegance, grace, hospitality, charm, and generosity. Chaddie’s family and friends will miss her wit and wisdom; she was known for her ability to keep a secret and her incredible sense of humor. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the joy of her life and they continue to honor her legacy as they serve the Lord Jesus and build their homes on His words.

Chaddie went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on October 13, 2004. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, husband, and son. Chaddie is survived by her daughters Susie Sandy and Yvonne Echo-Hawk, ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. As in a line from one of her favorite movies Second Hand Lions, “She had a good long run and she went out with her boots on. Chaddie didn’t just live, she really lived!”

A memorial service will be held at Delta Christian Center, Sunday, October 17, 2004 at 4 p.m. Call 907-895-4667 for information. Donations may be made to the Ryan Kelly College Fund at Wells Fargo Delta Junction Branch.

October 15, 2004

Volleyball. Members of the Delta High School girl's varsity volleyball team are shown celebrating after scoring a point against Hutchinson. Delta won
the match. Photo Courtesy Steve DuBois

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Oct 13 - Oct 19

Happy Birthday to my husband, David Wyckoff on October 13.  Love Michelle

Wishing Deana Zachgo a very Happy Birthday on 15 Oct from her one and only wonderful daughter.

Happy birthday to a great dad and grandpa, Steve Blake on October 19. Love Amber, DJ, Andrew

Happy birthday to my daughter Kerra Apolo, October 19. Love Jeff.

Fairbanks Drama Association presents:
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

By Dale Wasserman based on the novel by Ken Kessey.  Directed by Ken Wright

Performances:
Oct 22, 23, 29, 30 at 8:15 pm
November 5, 6 at 8:15 pm
October 24, 31 and November 7 at 2:00 pm

Tickets: $18 adults, $14 Sr. Citizens (65+) and full-time students

Advance tickets on sale at Hoitt's Music or credit card reservations made by phone:
Call 456-PLAY (M-F from 1 pm - 5 pm)
The Riverfront Theatre Box Office opens one hour prior to showtime for walk up sales only.

This play is for mature audiences as it deals with adult subject matter.

October 12, 2004

New Classified Ads
Page on the DNW

We have set up a new classified ads page on the Delta News Web with easier access to different kinds of items being advertised.  There are enough advertisements and enough premium ads that we saw the need for a better page structure.

The premium advertisements are now added into classifications.  They are obvious with their bold face, color, and in some cases, images.  Premium ads are also linked from the Delta News Web home page. 

Other changes are coming!  We're excited, and we think you will be pleased to see them.  For one, we are working with a programmer to bring in new forum software.  It is quite a bit more sophisticated than the old.  There are other changes in the works, too -- but more on that as we get closer to implementing them.

October 11, 2004 - Delta News Web staff

After an exhausting afternoon of active feeding,
this ptarmigan was observed taking an icy cool drink out of the river to settle his willow lunch.
Photo Courtesy Dwight Phillips

City of Delta Junction Landfill Winter Hours

Winter Dump Hours: Saturday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm,  Except when -35 or colder

Hours to change when new landfill opens.

Dumping rates:  Minimum $ 8, Small P/U Load $13
Full Sized P/U Load $17, Dump Truck $40

Contact City Hall at 895-4656, weekdays 8 – 5.

October 8, 2004

On October 8th, Alaskan astronaut Bill Oefelein visited the Delta/Greely Schools. Katy Dighton and Taylor Levinson, 2004 Space Camp attendees
courtesy of ASMDA, had the honor of introducing him and sharing their camp experiences with the Delta Elementary students.
Photo Courtesy Cindy Aillaud

DCC Election results

Total number of ballots cast: 153
Total number of questioned ballots: 0
Total number of defective ballots: 0
Total number of absentee ballots: 0

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Seat G: Shanen G. Hansen with 128 votes
Seat H: Tonia Smith with 131 votes
Seat I: Paul Knopp with 142 votes

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Count certification Judges:
* Nicole Shay
* Martha Bryant
* Katherine McAfee

Count Certification Administrator:
* Kathy Probert

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Thanks to everyone in Deltana and Big Delta districts who voted.

October 7, 2004 - Stephen Fields

This is Devin (8) Jaydon (4) and Brynna (11 days old).  They are the children of Don and Jayme Wilson (Braswell). Jayme is a 97 grad of Delta High School.  Photo Courtesy Jayme Wilson (Braswell)

New Winter Office Hours

Dr. Anthony Lavender will be changing his regular business hours in the Delta office, starting October 21. New hours will be Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Fridays 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

For appointment in Delta you call the Delta office cell phone (907) 388-5937 or the Tok office Mon, Tue, Wed at (907) 883-7777.

Dr. Anthony Lavender -- October 5, 2004

FREE Photo screening at Delta Health Fair

Photo screening is special vision screening for children 18 months to 6 years old to check for amblyopia or "lazy eye". This is a free service provided by the Lions Club and the doctor who reads the photos. A special photo is taken of the child's eyes and sent to the doctor who reads the photos to determine if the child needs treatment. Everyone is welcome to come to the Delta Health Fair and take advantage of the many free screenings and information that will be available on Saturday, October 9 from 8 am to 12 noon at the Delta School gym. See you there!

October 4, 2004

"Cool" pictures, courtesy of Mother Nature.
Photo Courtesy Mary St. Peter

UAF/TVC Offerers Certified Public Manager Program

The CPM program is a statewide professional training program, which provides practical, job-related instruction leading to the improvement of management practice in the private and public sectors.

Sign up for classes which will be held on designated Saturday’s, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Delta High School. Each class will cost $90, however, with the Partners for Progress assistance of $50 per class students from the Delta /Greely community will only be required to pay $40.

The Role of the Supervisor is scheduled for October 9th. This course provides supervisors with practical tools necessary to create a positive and productive work environment. Additionally, it will help you understand the supervisor’s role within an organization and how to identify problems and implement solutions.

Other classes to follow: Managing for Employee Performance, October 23rd, Discipline: Progressive and Constructive, November 6th, The Performance Appraisal Process, November 20th, Choosing to Lead, December 4th.

Call the Cooperative Extension Service 895-4215 or stop by the office located at the Jarvis Office Center, Mile 1420.5 of the Alaska Highway. Registration for these classes can be done Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. – most days. Please call to confirm someone will be in the office. Registration deadline is the Friday prior to class, however, seating is limited so please be sure to register early to confirm a space. Thank you.

September 30, 2004

Antonio Echo-Hawk Lopez having a good time at his auntie Gwen Jenkin's house in Fairbanks early August.   Antonio was visiting his Grandma Chaddie Kelly along with his mom (Abigail Echo-Hawk Lopez 97DHS grad) dad and older brother. Photo Courtesy Abigail (Echo-Hawk) Lopez

UAF/TVC To Offer Knife Making Class

There will be an 11-week knife making class offered in Delta Tuesday, October 5th - Tuesday, December 14, 2004. Class will be held at the Career Advancement Center located behind the Delta High School  Tuesdays 8am-11:30am and Wednesdays 2pm-5:30pm.

Students will build two knives, heat treat, and finish. Cost:  $600 includes; cost of instruction in Delta, materials and supplies. This class does not qualify for the Partners for Progress funding offered in Delta, all fees are paid by the student. Class size is limited to 8.  Credit is available.

Students will need to complete and submit a UAF registration form along with payment – check or money orders only, please - to UAF. Contact the Cooperative Extension Service in Delta located in the Jarvis Office Center Room 114/115 or call 895-4215. Registration deadline is Monday, October 4th 2:00 p.m. For information on the Knife Making class contact Debra Koons with TVC at 907-455-2809.

September 29, 2004

Delta Huskies senior quarterback Ben Blais #11 rolls out for a pass while senior tackle Travis DuBois #60 blocks a Ketchikan player during the Huskies game on Saturday, September 18. Ketchikan beat Delta by a score of 36-8.  
Photo Courtesy Steve DuBois

CHOIR REHEARSALS TO BEGIN

The Delta Community Choir announces the beginning of this year’s rehearsals for the upcoming Christmas season.  Rehearsals will be on Thursday nights, beginning on October 7th, at Ft. Greely Chapel from 7 to 9 p.m.  As in years past, a few Tuesday rehearsals will be added in late November to help prepare the choir for their annual Christmas Concert which is scheduled for Thursday, December 9th.

“We have some great new pieces to sing this year,” says choir director, Kathy Sharp.  “Last year’s choir was the largest in the past seven years; with over 40 members.  I’m really looking forward to working with the group again.  It’s always so rewarding, and we have lots of fun, too!” 

Access to Ft. Greely will be accomplished through the use of an established choir roster.  Potential members are urged to contact Ft. Greely Chapel (873-9827) prior to the first rehearsal, with their name and social security number, to aid in this process. 

Choir membership is open to all adults and mature high school students in the community.  The ability to read music is helpful, but not necessary.  All that is required is a personal commitment to attend weekly rehearsals and join in the fun!  If you are interested in being a piano accompanist, please call the director at 895-4911 to obtain music.  All other questions should be e-mailed to: ksharp@wildak.net.

September 28, 2004

The Delta area is blessed with many species of waterfowl, including this golden-eye that was taken on the Delta Clearwater this summer.
Photo Courtesy Dwight Phillips

IN LOVING MEMORY

A memorial will be held for James Dorff at the Delta Junction Community Center at 1:00 PM  on October 2.

September 29, 2004

ATTENTION: CRAFTERS & VENDERS

We have tables for rent now through December they rent for $10.00  a day per. table. We are located next to Diehl's Delight and we are open Thursday, Friday, and  Saturday 10-6. We are looking for venders  and crafter's who want to sell there items in a Bazaar type setting from now until Christmas.

For information call Claudia at (907) 895-1987
Mon- Thurs 10 - 8.

September 28, 2004