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For the last several months, one of the nation’s largest pipeline operators has gone from one local government meeting on the Navajo Nation to another, outlining plans for what could end up being the country’s longest hydrogen pipeline.

By Jerry Redfern, Capital & Main August 29, 2023
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PHOENIX, Ariz. — Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren spoke Aug. 24 at the annual Navajo Nation Judicial Training, where he emphasized the critical role of the Navajo Nation court system and an independent judiciary.

August 29, 2023
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August 29, 2023
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The fraudulent charges were submitted mostly through the American Indian Health Program, a Medicaid health plan that allows providers to bill directly for reimbursement of services rendered to Native Americans and Alaska Natives.

By Anita Snow, Associated Press August 29, 2023
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GRAND CANYON Ariz. — Heavy rainfall flooded the town of Tusayan Aug. 22, south of Grand Canyon National Park prompting emergency closures.

August 22, 2023
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KYKOTSMOVI, Ariz. – The annual Sumi’nungwa Hopi Festival will take place this year in a new venue, to the delight of the Hopi and Tewa people. Hopi Veteran’s Memorial Center in Kykotsmovi, Ariz. will sponsor and host the event Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, starting at 9 a.m. each day.

By Navajo-Hopi Observer August 22, 2023
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The festival brings Hopi artists’ talent and culture to the public. The festival enhances the Hopi culture by showcasing traditional pottery, baskets, paintings, jewelry, Kachina dolls, food and Hopi dances.

August 22, 2023
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Around the Rez: Week of Aug. 23

August 22, 2023
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Tuba City Regional Health Care is offering a loom making and rug weaving class beginning Aug. 26.

August 22, 2023
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The Parker Project and Best Friends Animal Sanctuary are holding several fall spay, neuter and vaccine clinics.

August 22, 2023
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TUBA CITY, Ariz. — Tuba City Humane Society is seeking donations to fund veterinary bills for stray and/or injured animals being cared for by volunteers.

August 22, 2023
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Around the Rez: Week of Aug. 16

August 16, 2023
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Coconino and Kaibab national forests have lifted all fire restrictions.

August 15, 2023
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Landmark celebration: New national monument
Biden signs order for new national monument to protect Grand Canyon lands sacred to tribes

RED BUTTE, Ariz. — President Joe Biden dedicated a new national monument bordering the Grand Canyon Aug. 8, combining two local native languages for its name.

By Alexandra Wittenberg, Navajo-Hopi Observer August 15, 2023
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Following completion of their regular business Aug. 8, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors held a final public hearing regarding Ordinance 2023-22 before voting unanimously to adopt the new regulations for short- term rentals in Coconino County. The ordinance will take effect Nov.14.

August 15, 2023