Samantha Watson
News ReporterSamantha (she/her) is a news reporter at KYUK. Originally from Massachusetts, she attended the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies in Maine where she figured out that if she could be a reporter, she could make a career out of having interesting conversations. When away from her microphone, Samantha can be found writing, hiking, and playing the guitar.
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Half a dozen helicopter crews and other aircrafts have worked since the weekend to move people and supplies where they’re needed in the storm-battered Kuskokwim Delta. -
People from Kwigillingok and Kipnuk were evacuated to a 100-bed shelter set up at Bethel’s National Guard Armory. Local and regional organizations are collecting donations and fundraising to support families impacted by the remnants of Typhoon Halong. -
As floodwaters tore through coastal villages across the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta on Sunday, Oct. 12, residents fled to higher ground while emergency responders launched evacuation and relief efforts. By Monday, Oct. 13, emergency aid shipments were arriving in storm-impacted communities, delivering essential supplies including food, water, and diapers. -
Remnants of Typhoon Halong have hit communities across the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. In Bethel, it accounted for flooding in parts of town close to the river early on the morning of Sunday, Oct. 12. -
Outside of Bethel, there’s only one official restaurant in the entire Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. But bypass mail price hikes could threaten the iconic eatery’s future. -
On Sept. 25, leaders from 16 communities across the Y-K Delta gathered in Bethel to refine emergency response plans. -
The Kuspuk school district has voted to temporarily close the Gusty Michael school for the 2025/2026 school year, citing a combination of factors. -
Kelsi Kime is one of three candidates running for four seats on the Bethel City Council. She spoke with KYUK about her motivation for running for office and what she wants to focus on in the community. -
Last week, the U.S. Department of Education announced it will stop funding certain minority-serving programs in higher education. For UAF, certain awards supporting Alaska Native students will no longer continue. -
A new tech trial on the Salmon-Aniak River involves camera imaging and eventually, AI software.
