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History and Celebration Part of Annual Labor Day Events
Every Labor Day weekend marks a special time for reflection and celebration by Cherokees. The Cherokee National Holiday recognizes the 1839 signing of the Cherokee Nation Constitution, which formally established our government in Indian Territory. This year, the Cherokee Nation has an additional reason to commemorate our collective history.
Native News Weekly (August 25, 2024): D.C. Briefs
In addition to articles already covered by Native News Online, here is a roundup of other news released from Washington, D.C. that impacts Indian Country recently. The Indian Affairs Office of Indian Economic Development announced the availability of $1.4 million for the Tribal Tourism Grant Program.
- KXRM Colorado Springs
Missing Indigenous woman last seen in Colorado Springs
(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has issued a missing Indigenous person alert for Tabitha Verbrugge, last seen on South Tejon Street near I-25 in Colorado Springs on Wednesday, July 17, around 9:30 a.m. According to CBI, Verbrugge is a 28 year old woman who is 5’4″ tall and 130 […]
Deb Haaland Represents Indian Country Well During Prime Time at the DNC
The announcer introduced her as Deb Haaland, former member of Congress representing New Mexico. While not there representing the department she leads, she did represent Indian Country. “Gu’wha’tzi,” Haaland opened her remarks in the Keres language spoken by tribes in New Mexico, including her tribal nation the Laguna Pueblo.
- KSEE articles
Car show to be hosted at Eagle Mountain Casino
PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Eagle Mountain Casino is calling all car enthusiasts to attend and enjoy their upcoming car show this weekend. Officials with the casino say they, along with the Indigenous Empire, will host the “Hot August Nights Car Show” on Aug. 24. The car show will kick off at 10 a.m., but […]
- KSNF Joplin
Oklahoma man federally indicted for allegedly setting fire to apartment complex he was evicted from
VINITA, Okla. — A federal grand jury issues an indictment against a Vinita man for allegedly setting fire to an apartment complex last month. Authorities arrested Roger Woolman, 68, on July 26 not far from the Burroughs Manor Senior Housing Complex in Vinita (below). He’s charged with one count of arson in Indian Country. Police […]
Rosebud Sioux Tribe elects its first female president
The voters of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe elected their first female president on Thursday. According to unofficial results posted late Thursday night, tribal council member Kathleen Wooden Knife prevailed by a vote of 1,192-870 in the presidential election over Steve DeNoyer Jr. The tribe also elected a woman to serve as vice president, choosing council […]
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Suspends His Presidential Bid, Endorses Trump
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., who was running for president as an Independent, announced on Friday afternoon at a news conference in Arizona that he has suspended his presidential campaign. Kennedy said he met with Trump and his aides several times and learned they agreed on issues like border security, free speech and ending wars. Kennedy said he would remove his name from the ballot in 10 battleground states likely to determine the outcome of the election but would remain as a candidate in other states.
Here's What's Going On in Indian Country August 23rd—August 29th
This week, there are plenty of events in Indian Country for everyone to enjoy. From powwows to feather painting, here is Native News Online’s weekly round-up of arts, culture, and entertainment offerings around Indian Country. Come dance and celebrate Native American culture with the whole community.
U.S. senators push USDA to take action in tribal food delivery delays
This comes just months after the USDA switched to one sole-source contractor - Paris Brothers Inc., which is right here in Kansas City. Paris Brothers offers services like warehousing, distribution, logistics and manufacturing.
- WSYR Syracuse
A visit from the Iroquois Indian Village
(WSYR-TV) — Native Americans Day at the New York State Fair is Friday, August 30th. It’s when the fair honors all members of Native American tribes with free admission on that day. On Bridge Street Iris St. Meran and Erik Columbia were joined by Heath Hill, the assistant superintendent and performers Halsey Jimerson, Billy Bigtree, […]
Biden promised to clean up heavily polluted communities. Here is how advocates say he did
After World War II, Black people in Houston found the rare chance to buy a nice home in the new community of Pleasantville, Texas. Just days after taking office in 2021, the Biden administration made huge promises to heavily polluted Black, Latino, Indigenous and lower income areas like this, known as environmental justice communities. To evaluate how well Biden and his departments delivered on these promises, The Associated Press spoke to some 30 environmental justice groups around the country,
- AZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Navajo lawmakers endorse plan to step up the fight against rabies on tribal lands
The Senate bill would provide resources to help spay and neuter dogs and services to slow the spread of rabies.
Senators demand the USDA fix its backlog of food distribution to Native American tribes
A bipartisan group of senators is demanding immediate action from USDA Secretary Thomas Vilsak after several tribal nations reported that a federal food distribution program they rely on has not fulfilled orders for months, and in some cases has delivered expired food. Last spring, the USDA consolidated from two contractors to one for deliveries of its Food Distribution Program in Indian Reservations. In a letter sent to Vilsak on Friday, the senators expressed concern that Native American famil
This California bill would ensure that lawmakers keep a promise made to state tribes | Opinion
Senate Bill 549 would finally allow courts to examine whether card rooms are infringing on the rights of California’s Indigenous tribes.
- KRQE Albuquerque
What’s happening around New Mexico August 23-29
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from August 23-29. Albuquerque New Mexico Albuquerque Notices 🔶 New scholarship available for Indigenous students studying film at UNM – The Department of Film and Digital Arts announced the scholarship is specifically for Indigenous students. It’s to support those students and a new course called […]
- Gannett
Could there be a loophole in selling recreational marijuana in Mississippi? We explain how
North Carolina's Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians may have set the stage for all tribal lands to sell recreational weed in states where it is not legal.
Past, present Indigenous elected leaders endorse Kamala Harris
CHICAGO — Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren had just gotten done with a media interview in the buzzing hallway outside the Native American Caucus meeting. He was wearing his unmistakable flat brim hat, a feather tucked in the band on the right side, and a turquoise necklace. “I think as a delegate, I have to […]
‘Mary Sully: Native Modern’ Review: Transformative Triptychs at the Met
The Yankton Dakota artist blended traditional Native American imagery, Christian iconography and pop-culture references in the stunning drawings now on view in her first solo show, mounted six decades after her death.
- KELO Sioux Falls
Noem lauds agreement with Crow Creek Sioux Tribe
WATERTOWN, S.D. (KELO) — In Wagner, S.D. on Aug. 14, as he gathered with other tribal leaders for a meeting with United States Attorney General Merrick Garland, Crow Creek Sioux Tribal chairman Peter Lengkeek talked about a new venture.
First Native American cabinet secretary Deb Haaland makes climate change plea at DNC
Deb Haaland is the first Native American cabinet member under President Joe Biden. She spoke at the final night of the DNC. Watch her remarks.
Senator seeks updated formula for tribal law enforcement funding
A week after attending a roundtable with the nation’s top law enforcement official and tribal leaders, U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds, R-South Dakota, is urging the head of a federal department to change the funding formula for tribal law enforcement. The U.S. Interior Department includes the Bureau of Indian Affairs, which provides policing services for some tribes […]
- KELO Sioux Falls
Freshly painted basketball court honors the late Native American artist Oscar Howe
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A lot of city parks have basketball courts for kids to play on, but there’s one in Burke that has a fresh new look. It was unveiled Thursday night during a ceremony and as you’re about to see, it’s really special due to its unique design that honors a famous […]
State-Tribal committee plans to resurrect failed bills, including graduation regalia
Wisconsin’s Special Committee on State-Tribal Relations considered the resurrection of three bills, including one that would protect students’ rights to wear tribal regalia to graduation, as well as other ideas that could become bills next session. The committee, chaired by Rep. Jeff Mursau (R-Crivitz) and includes five other lawmakers and members of Wisconsin’s tribes, is […]
National Indian Health Board Terminates CEO, Announces Interim
Stacy Bohlen, a citizen of the Sault Ste Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, has been terminated as the CEO of the National Indian Health Board (NIHB), the organization announced yesterday. In a press release, the NIHB stated that its Board lost faith in Boheln’s ability to lead the organization and named A.C. Locklear, Lumbee, Interim CEO. “My fellow directors and I are deeply invested in the success of NIHB—for our Tribes and for our People,” William “Chief Bill” Smith, NIHB Chairman and Valdez Native, said in a press release.
