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Video: Loved ones and dignitaries honor Mankiller at memorial
Tuesday, 12 April 2010
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – It was noted at a memorial service for former Principal Chief Wilma Mankiller that signal fires were lit in 23 countries by groups that maintain ties to nature to light the way for her final journey. The fires are lit “for a great one,” and so it was not an exaggeration that people in many countries mourned Mankiller’s April 6 passing from pancreatic cancer, said her long-time friend Gloria Steinem – a journalist and women’s activist – at a public service held April 10 at the Cherokee Nation Cultural Grounds.
Tuesday, 12 April 2010
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – It was noted at a memorial service for former Principal Chief Wilma Mankiller that signal fires were lit in 23 countries by groups that maintain ties to nature to light the way for her final journey. The fires are lit “for a great one,” and so it was not an exaggeration that people in many countries mourned Mankiller’s April 6 passing from pancreatic cancer, said her long-time friend Gloria Steinem – a journalist and women’s activist – at a public service held April 10 at the Cherokee Nation Cultural Grounds.
Former Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Wilma Mankiller Passes Away
Tuesday, 06 April 2010
Wilma Mankiller, former Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, passed away this morning. Mankiller served 12 years in elective office at the Cherokee Nation, the first two as Deputy Principal Chief followed by 10 years as Principal Chief. She retired from public office in 1995. Among her many honors, Mankiller was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Clinton. “Our personal and national hearts are heavy with sorrow and sadness with the passing this morning of Wilma Mankiller,” said Chad Smith, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. “We feel overwhelmed and lost when we realize she has left us but we should reflect on what legacy she leaves us.
Tuesday, 06 April 2010
Wilma Mankiller, former Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, passed away this morning. Mankiller served 12 years in elective office at the Cherokee Nation, the first two as Deputy Principal Chief followed by 10 years as Principal Chief. She retired from public office in 1995. Among her many honors, Mankiller was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Clinton. “Our personal and national hearts are heavy with sorrow and sadness with the passing this morning of Wilma Mankiller,” said Chad Smith, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. “We feel overwhelmed and lost when we realize she has left us but we should reflect on what legacy she leaves us.
Native Americans celebrate reauthorization of Indian Health Care Improvement Act
Friday, 02 April 2010
While the actual impacts of the health care reform bill signed by President Barack Obama on March 23 will take several months to take effect, the Indian health Board of Nevada is celebrating the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act passage as a victory for Native Americans in Nevada.
Friday, 02 April 2010
While the actual impacts of the health care reform bill signed by President Barack Obama on March 23 will take several months to take effect, the Indian health Board of Nevada is celebrating the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act passage as a victory for Native Americans in Nevada.
Audit raises old issues of who is Cherokee
Friday, 02 April 2010
Our tribe has undertaken a tribal enrollment audit. The purpose of the audit was to ascertain the validity of people’s whose names appear on our tribal rolls, the official listing of our tribal members.
Friday, 02 April 2010
Our tribe has undertaken a tribal enrollment audit. The purpose of the audit was to ascertain the validity of people’s whose names appear on our tribal rolls, the official listing of our tribal members.
Seneca Nation of Indians Accuses President Barack Obama of Deliberately Betraying Native Americans
Thursday, 01 April 2010
Seneca Nation President Barry E. Snyder Sr. called today's signing of the PACT (Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking) Act a "deliberate betrayal" of all Native Americans. "The President of the United States invited Native American leaders to Washington D.C. in November and looked us in the eye as a sign of good faith in his pledge to protect federal treaties," Snyder said. "Now four months later he has betrayed that promise."
Thursday, 01 April 2010
Seneca Nation President Barry E. Snyder Sr. called today's signing of the PACT (Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking) Act a "deliberate betrayal" of all Native Americans. "The President of the United States invited Native American leaders to Washington D.C. in November and looked us in the eye as a sign of good faith in his pledge to protect federal treaties," Snyder said. "Now four months later he has betrayed that promise."
Texas State to host Native American cultural conference
Wednesday, 31 March 2010
The Fourth Annual Native American Cultural Awareness Conference will be held at Texas State on April 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the LBJ Student Center on campus. The conference is sponsored by the Native American Student Association. The event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, 31 March 2010
The Fourth Annual Native American Cultural Awareness Conference will be held at Texas State on April 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the LBJ Student Center on campus. The conference is sponsored by the Native American Student Association. The event is free and open to the public.
Cherokee Nation to promote healthy eating, tobacco cessation efforts
Monday, 29 March 2010
As part of its ongoing community campaign to combat obesity, smoking and other preventable health risks, Cherokee Nation announced in a media release it is developing additional strategies to promote healthy eating, physical activity and increase tobacco cessation throughout the tribe’s jurisdictional boundaries.
Monday, 29 March 2010
As part of its ongoing community campaign to combat obesity, smoking and other preventable health risks, Cherokee Nation announced in a media release it is developing additional strategies to promote healthy eating, physical activity and increase tobacco cessation throughout the tribe’s jurisdictional boundaries.
Two plead guilty in 'isolated' Indian artifacts deal
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Brent Bullock was not a lifelong collector, trader or seller of Native American artifacts. A man with "total respect for Native Americans," according to his attorney, he had a picture frame full of five or six small Indian pieces and figurines that hung right inside his door, in the living room.
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Brent Bullock was not a lifelong collector, trader or seller of Native American artifacts. A man with "total respect for Native Americans," according to his attorney, he had a picture frame full of five or six small Indian pieces and figurines that hung right inside his door, in the living room.
Jay's Cayle Shambaugh draws Major League attention
Tuesday, 23 March 2010
JAY, Okla. – Though many people are unaware of it, one of the country’s top high school baseball prospects resides in this small Delaware County town. Cayle Shambaugh, a Cherokee Nation citizen, is a left-handed pitcher and center fielder who throws in the mid-90s and hit higher than .400 in 2009 for the Jay Bulldogs.
Tuesday, 23 March 2010
JAY, Okla. – Though many people are unaware of it, one of the country’s top high school baseball prospects resides in this small Delaware County town. Cayle Shambaugh, a Cherokee Nation citizen, is a left-handed pitcher and center fielder who throws in the mid-90s and hit higher than .400 in 2009 for the Jay Bulldogs.
Feds can't keep track of money
Sunday, 14 February 2010
I read a statement attributed to Rep. Mary Bono Mack and I could not resist the opportunity to respond. This statement could be the joke of the century if it weren't so serious. The lawmaker wants an Indian tribe investigated because of errors, faults, misappropriation, etc.
Sunday, 14 February 2010
I read a statement attributed to Rep. Mary Bono Mack and I could not resist the opportunity to respond. This statement could be the joke of the century if it weren't so serious. The lawmaker wants an Indian tribe investigated because of errors, faults, misappropriation, etc.
State Reclaims $417000 in Stimulus Funds Slated for Little Shell Tribe
Thursday, 11 February 2010
The Little Shell Chippewa Tribe was set to receive over $600,000 worth of federal stimulus funds, but state officials have decided to reclaim $417,000, and that money could be returned to Montana's general fund.
Thursday, 11 February 2010
The Little Shell Chippewa Tribe was set to receive over $600,000 worth of federal stimulus funds, but state officials have decided to reclaim $417,000, and that money could be returned to Montana's general fund.
Cherokee tribe opposes Duke's building near sacred site
Friday, 12 February 2010
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is fighting construction of a Duke Energy electrical station next to a mound that marks the tribe's ancestral home. The Swain County site, called Kituwah, sits in a field along the Tuckasegee River and is surrounded by mountains. After generations of farming, the mound is 170 feet wide and only 5 feet high.
Friday, 12 February 2010
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is fighting construction of a Duke Energy electrical station next to a mound that marks the tribe's ancestral home. The Swain County site, called Kituwah, sits in a field along the Tuckasegee River and is surrounded by mountains. After generations of farming, the mound is 170 feet wide and only 5 feet high.
American Indians Get Another $1 Billion of Obama Stimulus Bonds
Thursday, 11 February 2010
Seventy-six American Indian tribes, from the Apache to the Ute, received U.S. Treasury approval to sell an additional $1 billion in bonds to help them rebound from the recession.
Thursday, 11 February 2010
Seventy-six American Indian tribes, from the Apache to the Ute, received U.S. Treasury approval to sell an additional $1 billion in bonds to help them rebound from the recession.
Bill would require state to consult tribes first
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Maine’s tribal leaders are asking the Legislature to require that state agencies consult with tribes before beginning work on policy changes that could affect their communities.
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Maine’s tribal leaders are asking the Legislature to require that state agencies consult with tribes before beginning work on policy changes that could affect their communities.
FCC Acts to Encourage Native American Stations
Thursday, 04 February 2010
The Federal Communications Commission has been trying to figure out a way to increase the amount of media voices available to Native Americans. It now has adopted an order establishing a priority for American Indian tribes and Alaska native villages proposing FM allotments on tribal land, as well as those submitting AM and noncom educational FM filing window applications for stations on their land.
Thursday, 04 February 2010
The Federal Communications Commission has been trying to figure out a way to increase the amount of media voices available to Native Americans. It now has adopted an order establishing a priority for American Indian tribes and Alaska native villages proposing FM allotments on tribal land, as well as those submitting AM and noncom educational FM filing window applications for stations on their land.
Indian leaders want apology from Steele
Friday, 05 February 2010
Native American leaders in Montana are asking for an apology from Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele for his use of the phrase "honest Injun" during an interview on FOX News last month.
Friday, 05 February 2010
Native American leaders in Montana are asking for an apology from Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele for his use of the phrase "honest Injun" during an interview on FOX News last month.
Colorado lawmaker to withdraw Indian-mascot bill
Thursday, 04 February 2010
A state lawmaker plans to withdraw a bill that would legislate public high schools' use of American Indian mascots, saying she has already achieved her goal of igniting community discussions over whether the mascots are appropriate.
Thursday, 04 February 2010
A state lawmaker plans to withdraw a bill that would legislate public high schools' use of American Indian mascots, saying she has already achieved her goal of igniting community discussions over whether the mascots are appropriate.
Calling All Native Actors
Thursday, 28 January 2010
We are asking our native celebrities to step out and show their support during the Red Crystal Gala Ball! If you are or know an actor who supports our Native sisters against domestic violence and/or sexual assault, please have them contact us immediately.
Thursday, 28 January 2010
We are asking our native celebrities to step out and show their support during the Red Crystal Gala Ball! If you are or know an actor who supports our Native sisters against domestic violence and/or sexual assault, please have them contact us immediately.
Red Crystal Gala to Raise Funds for Domestic and Sexual Violence Against Native Women
Thursday, 28 January 2010
On Saturday, April 17, 2010 a Charity Gala Ball will ensue at the attractive Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. Many native celebrities have been invited as well as Vice President Joe Biden, the author of the Violence Against Women Act. Additionally, there will be a pre-party for the sponsorship level guests to attend and meet our celebrities.
Thursday, 28 January 2010
On Saturday, April 17, 2010 a Charity Gala Ball will ensue at the attractive Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. Many native celebrities have been invited as well as Vice President Joe Biden, the author of the Violence Against Women Act. Additionally, there will be a pre-party for the sponsorship level guests to attend and meet our celebrities.
Oklahoma lawsuit targets tobacco revenue
Friday, 29 January 2010
The Muscogee (Creek) Nation has filed a federal suit against the governor, attorney general and other state officials claiming they helped violate federal laws by interfering with the tribe’s tobacco sales.
Friday, 29 January 2010
The Muscogee (Creek) Nation has filed a federal suit against the governor, attorney general and other state officials claiming they helped violate federal laws by interfering with the tribe’s tobacco sales.
FBI, BIA and tribal police investigating Oglala teen's death
Thursday, 28 January 2010
The unattended death of 19-year-old Oglala woman is under investigation, but officials don't know yet whether foul play was invovled.
Thursday, 28 January 2010
The unattended death of 19-year-old Oglala woman is under investigation, but officials don't know yet whether foul play was invovled.
Lawyer: Major artifacts dealer to take plea deal
Thursday, 28 January 2010
A key defendant in the investigation into the trafficking of Southwest artifacts is expected to take a plea deal.
Thursday, 28 January 2010
A key defendant in the investigation into the trafficking of Southwest artifacts is expected to take a plea deal.
Cherokee Marine who fought on Iwo Jima remembered
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Paul Terry Jr. of Fort Gibson had an intuition that he would not survive World War II. Terry was one of six Marines who raised an American flag on the mountain. As the men raised the small flag, meant to rally the Marines fighting below, the enemy fired at them and threw grenades. The flag placed by Terry’s group was taken down a few days later because it was too small to be seen by all the Marines on the island and replaced with a larger flag. This second flag-raising was photographed by war photographer Joe Rosenthal and is more famous of the two flag raisings.
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Paul Terry Jr. of Fort Gibson had an intuition that he would not survive World War II. Terry was one of six Marines who raised an American flag on the mountain. As the men raised the small flag, meant to rally the Marines fighting below, the enemy fired at them and threw grenades. The flag placed by Terry’s group was taken down a few days later because it was too small to be seen by all the Marines on the island and replaced with a larger flag. This second flag-raising was photographed by war photographer Joe Rosenthal and is more famous of the two flag raisings.
Supplies delivered to tribal lands
Wednesday, 27 January 2010
More than 5,000 gallons of water and 4,000 ready-to-eat meals have been delivered to tribal communities in northern Arizona in the days since a powerful winter storm left many residents stranded.
Wednesday, 27 January 2010
More than 5,000 gallons of water and 4,000 ready-to-eat meals have been delivered to tribal communities in northern Arizona in the days since a powerful winter storm left many residents stranded.
Power and water shortages cripple reservation
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Scattered patches of light gave Eagle Butte residents hope Monday evening that life might soon return to normal after four days without electricity.
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Scattered patches of light gave Eagle Butte residents hope Monday evening that life might soon return to normal after four days without electricity.
Landmark Lawsuit Against United States for Sexual Assault of Native American Teen Settled
Friday, 08 January 2010
Adam Horowitz, an attorney with Mermelstein & Horowitz, P.A., announced today that a settlement of $650,000 was reached in a landmark case filed against the United States government. The U.S. government appealed a federal court order to pay nearly $600,000 to Lavetta Elk, an Oglala Sioux teenager sexually assaulted by her military recruiter in early 2003. (Elk v. United States, Court of Federal Claims, Case No. 05-186L)
Friday, 08 January 2010
Adam Horowitz, an attorney with Mermelstein & Horowitz, P.A., announced today that a settlement of $650,000 was reached in a landmark case filed against the United States government. The U.S. government appealed a federal court order to pay nearly $600,000 to Lavetta Elk, an Oglala Sioux teenager sexually assaulted by her military recruiter in early 2003. (Elk v. United States, Court of Federal Claims, Case No. 05-186L)
Appeals court overturns Kickapoo casino conviction
Wednesday, 06 January 2010
A federal appeals court has overturned the embezzlement convictions of a former tribal manager and members of his family who allegedly stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from Texas' first legal casino. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans issued a ruling Tuesday overturning on procedural grounds the conspiracy and theft convictions of Isidro Garza Jr.; his wife, Martha; and son, Timoteo, a former state representative.
Wednesday, 06 January 2010
A federal appeals court has overturned the embezzlement convictions of a former tribal manager and members of his family who allegedly stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from Texas' first legal casino. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans issued a ruling Tuesday overturning on procedural grounds the conspiracy and theft convictions of Isidro Garza Jr.; his wife, Martha; and son, Timoteo, a former state representative.
Tribe covering emergency propane costs
Thursday, 31 December 2009
Fuel trucks were slowly delivering small amounts of propane Wednesday to homes of low-income families on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, even though the Oglala Sioux Tribe has already disbursed most of the $1.6 million in federal Low Income Energy Assistance Program funds it got this fiscal year.
Thursday, 31 December 2009
Fuel trucks were slowly delivering small amounts of propane Wednesday to homes of low-income families on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, even though the Oglala Sioux Tribe has already disbursed most of the $1.6 million in federal Low Income Energy Assistance Program funds it got this fiscal year.
Pine Ridge residents running low on fuel and food
Wednesday, 30 December 2009
Lloyd Wilcox hauled groceries home on a sled Tuesday to a house without heat, days after a severe winter storm paralyzed the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and left an estimated 800 homes there without propane.
Wednesday, 30 December 2009
Lloyd Wilcox hauled groceries home on a sled Tuesday to a house without heat, days after a severe winter storm paralyzed the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and left an estimated 800 homes there without propane.
Man pleads not guilty to 1981 Calif. triple murder
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
A ministry director has pleaded not guilty to a 1981 triple murder in the Southern California desert. An attorney entered the plea Tuesday for James "Jimmy" Hughes in Riverside Superior Court.
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
A ministry director has pleaded not guilty to a 1981 triple murder in the Southern California desert. An attorney entered the plea Tuesday for James "Jimmy" Hughes in Riverside Superior Court.
Suspect in 1981 tribal murders will be extradited
Thursday, 03 December 2009
A Florida judge has ordered the extradition of a former tribal security official-turned-preacher accused of killing a Cabazon tribal leader and two friends in Southern California in 1981. James "Jimmy" Hughes was arrested in September in Miami as he sat on a Honduras-bound plane. He appeared at his extradition hearing Thursday via closed circuit television from a Miami-Dade County jail.
Thursday, 03 December 2009
A Florida judge has ordered the extradition of a former tribal security official-turned-preacher accused of killing a Cabazon tribal leader and two friends in Southern California in 1981. James "Jimmy" Hughes was arrested in September in Miami as he sat on a Honduras-bound plane. He appeared at his extradition hearing Thursday via closed circuit television from a Miami-Dade County jail.
Soboba tribe gives 400 toys to RivCo Sheriff’s Department in Hemet
Sunday, 06 December 2009
Riverside County sheriff’s deputies in Hemet are today sorting through toys and food donated by the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians and the Soboba Casino to the area’s needy families, county officials said.
Sunday, 06 December 2009
Riverside County sheriff’s deputies in Hemet are today sorting through toys and food donated by the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians and the Soboba Casino to the area’s needy families, county officials said.
New Cherokee Nation loan helps Native artists
Monday, 07 December 2009
Aspiring Cherokee artist and Oklahoma native Ryan Smith knows a little something about determination and drive. He was working on his master’s degree at the University of New Orleans’ Fine Arts program when Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005. Although he walked away a survivor, he decided to come back to Tahlequah, where he is currently a community works supervisor for the Cherokee Nation. With a dream of starting his own art business never far from his mind, Smith visited the tribe’s Commerce Group’s Small Business Assistance Center in hopes of receiving a business loan.
Monday, 07 December 2009
Aspiring Cherokee artist and Oklahoma native Ryan Smith knows a little something about determination and drive. He was working on his master’s degree at the University of New Orleans’ Fine Arts program when Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005. Although he walked away a survivor, he decided to come back to Tahlequah, where he is currently a community works supervisor for the Cherokee Nation. With a dream of starting his own art business never far from his mind, Smith visited the tribe’s Commerce Group’s Small Business Assistance Center in hopes of receiving a business loan.
Chickasaw Nation makes gift to OU Cancer Institute
Friday, 04 December 2009
The Chickasaw Nation is making a major gift to the OU Cancer Institute to establish cancer support services for Oklahoma's American Indians. University of Oklahoma President David Boren announced the gift at the December meeting of the OU Board of Regents.
Friday, 04 December 2009
The Chickasaw Nation is making a major gift to the OU Cancer Institute to establish cancer support services for Oklahoma's American Indians. University of Oklahoma President David Boren announced the gift at the December meeting of the OU Board of Regents.
Senate panel OKs tribal health care act
Friday, 04 December 2009
The Senate Indian Affairs Committee passed the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) of 2009, legislation to improve health care in tribal areas. The bill now moves to the Senate floor. “This bill will help us live up to our obligation to help Indian Country,” said U.S. Sen. Tim Johnson, D-S.D., a member of the committee.
Friday, 04 December 2009
The Senate Indian Affairs Committee passed the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) of 2009, legislation to improve health care in tribal areas. The bill now moves to the Senate floor. “This bill will help us live up to our obligation to help Indian Country,” said U.S. Sen. Tim Johnson, D-S.D., a member of the committee.
Native American Boy's Right To Wear Braids Moves To U.S. Appeals Court
Friday, 04 December 2009
It seems like something from an earlier century in which native American children were forced to give up their Indian ways and for the culture of whites. A five-year old native American boy in Texas was punished for wearing his hair in two lengthy braids.
Friday, 04 December 2009
It seems like something from an earlier century in which native American children were forced to give up their Indian ways and for the culture of whites. A five-year old native American boy in Texas was punished for wearing his hair in two lengthy braids.
