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US to collaborate with Native American tribes to manage public lands
Hundreds of tribal leaders gather in Washington for annual summit

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The U.S. government is entering a new era of collaboration with Native American and Alaska Native leaders in managing public lands and other resources, with top federal officials saying that incorporating more Indigenous knowledge into decision-making can help spur conservation and combat climate change.

By Susan Montoya Bryan, Associated Press December 12, 2023
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico is creating a new advisory council that will be charged with implementing a state plan for responding to cases of missing or slain Native Americans, with top state officials vowing Nov. 28 that the work will lead to more people being found and families gaining closure.

By Susan Montoya Bryan, Associated Press December 5, 2023
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WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation Council and Speaker Crystalyne Curley were saddened to learn of the passing of Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman Supreme Court Justice, who died Friday morning in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 93.

December 5, 2023
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The Museum of Northern Arizona has joined Museums for All, allowing anyone who receives food assistance benefits to visit the museum at no cost.

December 5, 2023
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WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren has signed a groundbreaking contract valued at nearly $780,000 with One Day At A Time Club, Inc., located in Fort Defiance, Arizona.

November 28, 2023
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The Museum of Northern Arizona recently received a large donation of historic and contemporary Hopi and other Pueblo pottery.

November 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON — Gabriella Nakai said she has tackled the challenges facing Indigenous communities on her own, but that being surrounded by others who share her passion makes the load a little lighter.

By Lux Butler, Cronkite News November 28, 2023
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FARMINGTON, N.M.— Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren signed emergency legislation on Nov. 2 before the student body of Navajo Preparatory School to provide $3 million to build a new residential building.

November 21, 2023
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Navajo veterans were honored last week during several events planned across the Navajo Nation, including the Marine Corps Birthday Ball and the Gallup High JROTC Veterans Day Event.

November 21, 2023
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WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — Navajo veterans of all branches, the Code Talkers, and the 248th U.S. Marine Corps Birthday were honored at a proclamation signing at Window Rock Veterans Memorial Park on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

November 20, 2023
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WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — Youth who participated in the Navajo Nation Junior Livestock Show and Sale during the 74th annual Navajo Nation Fair in September 2022 can finally breathe a sigh of relief — thanks to Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren.

November 14, 2023
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KYKOTSMOVI, Ariz. — The Hopi Tutskwa Permaculture Institute in the village of Kykotsmovi recently received a $250K rural business development grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

By Alexandra Wittenberg, Navajo-Hopi Observer November 14, 2023
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MOAB, Utah — Navajo ultra runner Timberlin Henderson made history by securing first place at the Canyonlands 100 Mile Ultra in Moab, Utah Oct. 28-29.

November 7, 2023
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Navajo Nation to acquire Goulding’s Lodge
Historic Goulding’s Trading Post and Lodge purchase aims to preserve cultural legacy and boost economic opportunities

MONUMENT VALLEY, Ariz. — In a momentous occasion echoing with cultural significance, Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren, flanked by key members of the Navajo Nation Council, signed the contract to acquire the iconic Goulding's Trading Post and Lodge. Nestled between the rugged sandstone cliffs of Oljato and Monument Valley, this historic property has not only been a local landmark but also a vital cultural and economic hub for the Navajo people for nearly a century.

November 7, 2023
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Northland Pioneer College celebrates Indigenous peoples
Collegewide events recognize and honor native students, communities and the importance of education

Northland Pioneer College (NPC) recently celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day with events at the college’s tribal locations in Holbrook, Hopi, Kayenta, Whiteriver, and Winslow on October 9, 2023.

October 31, 2023

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