A portion of Tuba City's “Pothole Alley” repaired
Road rehabilitation costs more than $1 million
A portion of “Pothole Alley,” also known as N608 or Peshlakai Road, in Tuba City was recently improved thanks to collaboration of several entities at a price tag of more than $1 million.
Documents: New Mexico man shot infant, sought to kill mom
A New Mexico man has admitted he was the one who accidentally shot an infant girl, not her 3-year-old brother, and then tried to arrange the killing of the baby’s mother and a key witness, new court documents allege.
O' Halleran introduces act to help NGS and mine workers
With the impending closure of Navajo Generating Station in December, an Arizona congressman introduced legislation last month to provide economic resources to those affected by the closure of the power plant and the associated coal mine.
Court stays execution of Navajo man to hear claim of possible jury bias
A divided appeals court has stayed the scheduled December execution of Lezmond Mitchell, a Navajo double-murderer, saying it needs time to consider his claim that he was not allowed to question jurors for potential racial bias.
Proposals would dam Little Colorado River for hydropower
The Little Colorado River cuts across the northeast corner of Arizona, emptying its waters into the much-larger Colorado River after a more than 330-mile journey.
Navajo Nation woman to seek GOP nod for U.S. House seat
A northwestern New Mexico woman has announced she is running for an open U.S. House seat in New Mexico and wants to become the first Republican Native American female in Congress.
Former Hopi Jr/Sr High Principal Glenn Gilman passes
Glenn Gilman, former longtime principal at Hopi High School, passed Sept. 27 due to an illness. Gilman’s life was celebrated by family, friends and colleagues Oct. 5 at Flagstaff Nordic Village following his funeral.
Leaders say restrictive election laws, lack of polls hamper Native American voters
The voting rights of Native Americans in Arizona are routinely suppressed by a slew of requirements and practices, such as photo ID laws and a scarcity of polling places, Navajo and Gila River leaders said Oct. 1 at a congressional hearing in Phoenix.
Finland agrees to return Native American remains to tribes
The ancestral remains of Native American tribes that once called the cliffs of Mesa Verde National Park home will be repatriated as part of an agreement between Finland and the United States.
Women and children's shelter to house up to 30 occupants in Utah
The Nez-Lizer Administration is currently working to get the home in full operation. Once completed, the facility will be able to house up to 30 women and children.
Last coal pile burns at Navajo Generating Station as plant prepares to go offline
The closure of the power plant was in part because of the low cost of natural gas compared to coal.
Navajo Generating Station set to decommission in four phases within next five years
According to Joe Frazier, plant manager at Navajo Generating Station (NGS), once decommission is complete, 90 percent of NGS will be recycled or reused, including its concrete.
Navajo company keeps 1,200 workers after buying three coal mines in Wyoming, Montana
A Navajo Nation company says it will retain 1,200 employees at three coal mines in Wyoming and Montana that it bought through a bankruptcy auction.
Northern Navajo Nation Fairs runs through Sunday
The oldest of several Navajo Nation fairs starts this week in Shiprock.
Grand Canyon North Rim prepares for seasonal closures
Rangers on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park are preparing for seasonal closures which go into effect at noon Oct. 16.
Congressman Grijalva host Navajo Uranium Miners forum Oct. 2 in Window Rock
Public welcome to attend
Those wishing to provide testimony regarding the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act may do so at the meeting Oct. 2.
Western Navajo Nation Fair, Tuuvi Gathering kick off Oct. 10 and 12
Food, fun, rodeo, carnival, pageant, parade and more
Dancers and vendors from across the Navajo and Hopi nations will come together to celebrated both events and enjoy rides, food and visiting with family and friends.
1 of 3 units at Navajo Generating Station closes
Utility spokesman Jeff Lane says Unit 3 went offline last week. The other two units will operate full-time until the plant runs out of coal on site.
Flagstaff to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day Oct.14
In place of Columbus Day, the city of Flagstaff will celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day Oct. 14.
Greasewood Springs Community School to receive new school facilities
The agreement establishes the final space allocation for the construction of a new school for Greasewood Springs Community School.
Utah county to pay $2.6 M settlement to Navajo Nation
The Navajo Nation first filed a lawsuit against San Juan County under the Voting Rights Act seven years ago, county officials said.
House panel questions officials on efforts to help Native women
According to Cole, non-Native predators will intentionally go after Native women because they know there’s a low likelihood of them being caught.
Flu shots available at County Health and Human Services
The seasonal influenza vaccine is available at the Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) Clinic in Flagstaff.
President Nez offers support to family of missing 94-year-old Dennis Hardy, Sr. of Fort Defiance, Arizona
Hardy went missing at the family’s residence in Fort Defiance, Arizona. First responders, family members, and volunteers continue to search for him.
Navajo Gaming to open Navajo Blue Travel Plaza, promoted as new Gateway to Navajo Nation
Travel Plaza creates jobs, celebrates Navajo culture, cuisine and architecture
Individuals driving through the Navajo Nation on Interstate 40 will soon see billboards advertising Navajo Blue. But what is Navajo Blue?
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- Column: Decommissioning of Navajo Generating Station process begins - here’s what to expect
- A portion of Tuba City's “Pothole Alley” repaired
- Raytheon systems engineer to speak at Coconino Community College’s ED talk
- Column: Decommissioning of Navajo Generating Station process begins - here’s what to expect
- O' Halleran introduces act to help NGS and mine workers
- Last coal pile burns at Navajo Generating Station as plant prepares to go offline
- Mark Charles, who is Navajo, enters 2020 presidential race as an Independent
- St. Michaels children receive pumpkins
- Western Navajo Nation Fair, Tuuvi Gathering kick off Oct. 10 and 12
- Tuba City Lady Warriors volleyball team defeats Kayenta Mustangs
- Column: Decommissioning of Navajo Generating Station process begins - here’s what to expect
- Navajo Gaming to open Navajo Blue Travel Plaza, promoted as new Gateway to Navajo Nation
- Former Hopi Jr/Sr High Principal Glenn Gilman passes
- A new generation of Hopi, Tewa leaders and professionals
- Column: Decommissioning of Navajo Generating Station process begins - here’s what to expect
- Muay Thai fighter Mikel King set to defend title at Western Navajo Fair
- Western Navajo Nation Fair, Tuuvi Gathering kick off Oct. 10 and 12
- Last coal pile burns at Navajo Generating Station as plant prepares to go offline
- Mark Charles, who is Navajo, enters 2020 presidential race as an Independent
- Flagstaff to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day Oct.14
