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Arlando Teller sworn in as first Assistant Secretary for Tribal Affairs for the U.S. Dept. of Transportation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Arlando Teller was officially sworn in as the first Assistant Secretary for Tribal Affairs for the U.S. Department of Transportation May 8.
Land acknowledgement mural unveiled at University of New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An Indigenous peoples’ land and territory acknowledgment was unveiled on May 5 and placed at the heart of the University of New Mexico campus.
Indian Country loses a ‘Small Giant’
Tribal leaders from across Indian Country are mourning the passing of former National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) President Joe Garcia, who served three terms as governor of the Ohkay Owingeh, a federally recognized pueblo in New Mexico. Garcia died on May 11 and a traditional funeral has already been held. Garica was 70.
- Forced from Grand Canyon National Park, the Havasupai Tribe embraces spiritual homecoming
- Land acknowledgement mural unveiled at University of New Mexico May 5
- Navajo Nation President Nygren signs tourism legislation that includes I-40 study
- Around the Rez: Week of May 17
- Sage Memorial Hospital changes COVID-19 policy
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NAU Student Spotlight: Jayme Biakeddy
Biakeddy said that the team she worked with in Fort Defiance was the driving force for her going back to school to earn her Master of Public Health.
Indigenous author Julie Buchholtz debuts childrens book that explores Native American identity
Julie Buchholtz didn’t plan for an internet search to change her life, but it did. Buchholtz, a member of the Bay Mills Indian Tribe, dreamed of being a published author.
Navajo Nation mourns loss of WWII veteran Steven Harrison
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – Navajo Nation leaders are paying tribute to the life and military service of the late Steven Harrison, a member of the Navajo Nation and World War II veteran, who passed away May 10 at the age of 101.
- Two Indigenous wins for Pulitzer Prize
- Forced from Grand Canyon National Park, the Havasupai Tribe embraces spiritual homecoming
- Northland Pioneer College Friends and Family boosted by donors on Arizona Gives Day
- Navajo Technical University celebrates becoming first tribal university to offer PhD
- Navajo Cultural Arts Program students take excursion, learn significance of Crow Canyon Historical Area
- Northland Pioneer College's juried student art show returns May 5; cast your vote now
- 'Reservation Dogs' nominated for Peabody Award
- Filming for 'Rez Ball' underway on Navajo Nation
- Ranger Kelkiyana Yazzie recognized for promoting Indigenous voices at Grand Canyon
- 'Everyone should be entitled to running water'
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Indian National Finals Rodeo Tour Qualifier coming to Window Rock June 17-18
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. —The Navajo Nation Department of Agriculture (NNDA) and Navajo Fair Office recently announced they will be hosting the first-ever Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR) Tour Qualifier on the Navajo Nation June 17-18 at the Dean C. Jackson Memorial Arena in Window Rock.
Change Labs business coach, Holly Patterson recognized for ethical leadership in her work
TUBA CITY, Ariz. — Change Labs team member Holly Patterson has been named the recipient of CNM’s New Mexico Ethics in Business Awards 2023 - Emerging Leader in Ethical Excellence.
Tuba City students impress governing board with presentation on D.C. trip
TUBA CITY, Ariz. — A group of Tuba City High School students impressed the Tuba City Unified School District Governing Board April 12 with a presentation on their recent trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the National Association of Federally Impacted Schools (NAFIS) Conference.
- Spring cultural demonstrations begin at Petrified Forest National Park
- J&B Medical and Strongbow Strategies partner to bring medical services to tribal communities
- Astronaut Nicole Mann steps out on spacewalk
- Branch appointed as 13th Attorney General of Navajo Nation
- Navajo Nation Council makes history with first woman speaker
- California Tribe signs historic co-stewardship agreement with Joshua Tree National Park
- Lionel Bordeaux, Sinte Gleska University’s long-time President, passes
- Grand Canyon’s Indian Garden to be called Havasupai Garden
- Supreme Court Justices seem to favor most of Native child welfare law
- Veterans housing program continues
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Page Sand Devils middle school baseball and softball teams capture NAIC titles
Page Sand Devils teams capture NAIC titles
New summer program gives Four Corners region a first hand look at law school
BLANDING, Utah — The S.J. Quinney College of Law and Utah State University's Blanding Campus have partnered to offer a free four-week residential summer program called "Law as Influence, Law as Change" (LAILAC) for students interested in pursuing a career in law.
Tuba City athletes shine in spring sports
Tuba City High School athletes make strides in spring sports.
- Rock Point recognized by President Nygren
- Bulldogs swing for the fences at Epic Tourney's Softball Classic
- Students learn gratitude and cultural identity with visit from President Nygren
- Native runner first American finisher at LA Marathon
- Monument Valley's Keegan Holiday signs with College of the Desert football
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Winslow nursing graduates honored during pinning ceremony
Friends, family and Northland Pioneer College (NPC) administration and faculty celebrated eight nursing graduates from the college’s Little Colorado, Winslow campus.
Northland Pioneer College celebrates welding grads
TAYLOR, Ariz. - Forty-six Northland Pioneer College (NPC) welding graduates were recognized for their achievements in a May 11, 2023 ceremony at Taylor’s Rodeo Park.
Around Winslow: Week of May 17
Happening around Winslow
- Winslow Levee to undergo reconstruction with funding from Arizona, Navajo County and Winslow
- Winslow High School announces valedictorian, salutatorian
- Around Winslow: Week of April 26
- 'Popcorn Store' Project funds WJHS educational outing to Bearizona
- Honoring Tom Pickett: Billy the Kid's associate receives permanent headstone
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Guest column: We need more Native American representation in oral health care
Guest column: We need more Native American representation in oral health care
Letter to the Editor: FCC landline shutdown disadvantages Arizona residents
I just found out that in August of last year, the FCC authorized (www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-grants-relief-outdated-burdensome-phone-industry-regulations) telecom companies to end copper wire landline phone service and switch to phone service that uses the internet.
Native Public Media celebrates 50 years of broadcasting in Indian Country
PHOENIX – In 1972, KYUK radio in Bethel, Alaska, became one of the first Native-owned and operated radio stations in the U.S. Fifty years later, over 65 radio and television stations are broadcasting across fifteen states in Indian Country.
- Guest column: Native artisans want better access to the Grand Canyon
- Guest column: Indigenous traditional knowledge recognizes human relationship with land
- Letter to the Editor: Local partnership aims to put “Nature and People First” with water project proposal
- Guest column: The Catholic Church should admit its sins
- Around the Rez: Week of March 29
- Guest column: DOJ spouts outdated colonialist arguments in face of treaty obligations
- Guest column: Navajo Nation should not have to beg for water at the Supreme Court
- Guest column: Memories that start with a pickup truck
- Guest column: NCAI acquires “Crying Indian” and retires him
- Letter to the Editor: We must protect Grand Falls from too much visitation
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"Reservation Dogs" returns for season three this August
The hit show “Reservation Dogs” will return for its third season on Aug. 2, per an FX announcement.
Biden administration clarifies 1872 Mining Law; says huge Nevada lithium mine can proceed
RENO, Nevada — The Biden administration says it has completed a court-ordered review that should ensure construction continues at a Nevada lithium mine, despite legal challenges brought by conservationists and tribal leaders.
North Rim to reopen June 2 with limited services available
The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open as scheduled on June 2 with limited visitor services and water conservation measures because of a break in the North Rim water pipeline.
- Criminal cases for killing eagles decline as wind turbine dangers grow
- Half of the western United States out of drought, but not fully recovered
- Pascua Yaqui Tribe's land was cut in two by US borders; its fight for access could help others
- Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signs off on $17 billion budget package
- Phoenix designates Indigenous Peoples’ Day as an official city holiday
- Tens of thousands attend Gathering of Nations in New Mexico, world's largest powwow
- New Mexico delegates renew push for broader Chaco Canyon Historical Park protection
- Owyhee Combined School ages near toxic plumes as Nevada tribe calls for help
- Coconino Forest lifts many seasonal road closures, announces site openings
- Tucson in process of returning land to Tohono O'odham Nation
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Obituary: Donald Ray Petranovich
Donald will be greatly missed by his family and friends, and all the players and relationships he developed over the years.
Navajo Nation honors the life of community leader Dorothy Bitsilly
Former Tohatchi Red Willow Farm Board president and beloved community leader Dorothy Bitsilly, passed away Feb. 23 at the age of 93.
Obituary: Ralph "Sam" Connor Jr.
Ralph “Sam” Conner Jr., age 86, passed peacefully at home in Winslow Arizona on January 21, 2022
