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Phillip Francisco steps down as Navajo Police chief
The Navajo Nation announced Nov. 30 that Phillip Francisco will step down as Navajo Police chief at the end of December and current Deputy Chief Daryl Noon will be named as his replacement.
Cannabis bust on Indigenous land highlights legal divide
A federal raid on a household marijuana garden on tribal land in northern New Mexico is sowing uncertainty and resentment about U.S. drug enforcement priorities on Native American reservations, as more states roll out legal marketplaces for recreational pot sales.
Arizona law allows Indigenous students greater expression at graduation
Just minutes before her high school graduation in Gallup, New Mexico, three years ago, Dakotah Harvey was told to remove the eagle feather from her mortarboard or she would be escorted out of the ceremony and her diploma would be withheld.
- Navajo and Hopi Relief Fund provides critical aid during second Delta surge
- Haaland announces steps to protect Chaco Canyon
- Nation applauds Biden’s order to address missing Native people
- Native American confirmed as head of National Park Service
- Interior secretary seeks to rid U.S. of derogatory place names
- Native groups want federal Build Back Better bill to prioritize water and the environment
- Tim Nuvangyaoma re-elected to lead Hopi, Craig Andrews takes vice chairman
- Sen. Mark Kelly visits Navajo Nation, lauds water rights, vets
- First Mesa Consolidated Villages seeks volunteers to assist in search for Ambrose “Moe” Sinquah
- Nez signs ban on indoor smoking
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Out and about: Strawberry Crater offers geologic, cultural and historic wonders
Strawberry Crater is not as well known as Sunset Crater and the trail is one of the lesser known trails in the Flagstaff area, but it is well worth the trek because of its unique landscape, wildlife, plants and Native American history.
Grand Canyon recognizes tribal ties during Native American Heritage Month
Throughout November, Grand Canyon National Park honored Indigenous people during Native American Heritage Month.
Next Step Prosthetics brings prosthetic limbs to underserved tribal communities in northern Arizona
Michael Kayser, of Next Step Prosthetics, wants to make it easier for people, particularly those on the reservation who suffer the effects of diabetes, to get a prosthetic if they need one, and to make sure people don’t slip through the cracks because of access.
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Museum of Northern Arizona announces winners of Junior Indigenous Art Exhibition and Competition
The Museum of Northern Arizona announced the winners of this year's Junior Indigenous Art Exhibition and Competition Nov. 22, which included young artists up to the age of 18 and continued a tradition the museum has of encouraging Native artists dating back to 1931.
Bearsun makes return stop at Museum of Northern Arizona on thank you tour
Bearsun completed a cross-country fundraiser Nov. 14 in New York, and stopped at the Museum of Northern Arizona Nov. 27 on a return thank you tour.
Second Mesa Day School holds 2021-2022 Princesss and Brave Pageant
Second Mesa Day School held its Princess and Brave Pageant last week.
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Winslow's defensive end Carlton Timms participates in 2021 Indigenous Bowl
Three Native American football players from northern Arizona participated in the 2021 Indigenous Bowl Dec. 5.
Tuba City High School seniors selected for Indigenous Bowl
Xander Mitchell and Tryrin Mann have been selected to play in the 2021 Indigenous Bowl hosted by the Minnesota Vikings in Menneapolis, Minnesota Dec. 5.
Winslow Jr. High faces Payson Nov. 13
Winslow Jr. High seventh grade volleyball played Payson Nov. 13.
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Winslow volleyball players recognized
Winslow High School honored players during the 2021 volleyball awards Dec. 2.
Winslow wrestlers hit the mat
Winslow Junior High Wrestling team competes during an all grade levels event Dec. 2.
Around Winslow: week of Dec. 8
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Around the Rez: week of Dec. 1
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Flags flown at half-staff in honor of Diné Korean War veteran Bennie Harvey James
On Nov. 18, the Navajo Nation issued a proclamation, which called for all flags to be flown at half-staff Nov. 19 in honor and remembrance of Diné Korean War veteran Bennie Harvey James.
Hopi General Election takes place Nov. 11
Candidates running for chairman are Tim Navangyaoma from Mishongnovi and challengers David Talayumptewa from Kykotsmovi. Candidates for vice chairman are incumbent Clark Tenakhongva from Hotevilla and challenger Craig Andrews from Mishongnovi.
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Shell shock: Ammunition shortage squeezes area gun enthusiasts
Recent events and the coronavirus pandemic continue to fuel a shortage of firearms and ammunition as people find near-empty shelves at gun stores.
Native American leaders say Chaco prayers being answered
The stillness that enveloped Chaco Canyon was almost deafening, broken only by the sound of a raven’s wings batting the air while it circled overhead.
Prescribed burns continue along North Rim
Approximately 6,000 acres are scheduled to be ignited at the following specific locations Nov. 30, and continuing through Dec. 5.
- OSHA unveils vaccine mandates for businesses
- Veterans receive free entry to state parks Nov. 11
- Arizona high court upholds ruling blocking school mask bans
- Canadian snowbirds head south for Arizona as US land borders reopen
- U.S. Capitol Christmas tree to stop in Petrified Forest National Park Nov. 9
