
By Troy Littledeer
OKMULGEE, Okla. — The Muscogee (Creek) Nation National Council voted Saturday to postpone a resolution supporting the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) in its dispute over federal legislation that would require Cherokee Nation consent before any other tribe could place land into trust within the Cherokee
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Muscogee (Creek) Nation tables resolution backing UKB after Cherokee Nation opposition
By Troy Littledeer
OKMULGEE, Okla. — The Muscogee (Creek) Nation National Council voted Saturday to postpone a resolution supporting the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) in its dispute over federal legislation that would require Cherokee Nation consent before any
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AlExpert shares insights on creating a culture of cybersecurity at NNAHRA Summit
Cybersecurity was a hot topic at the National Native American Human Resources Association IT summit this week.
Paul Tucker, Chief Information Security Officer for BOK Financial discussed the overlap of
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White House Tribal Nations Summit highlights sweeping initiatives for tribal empowerment, economic development
BY BRIAN EDWARDS
President Joe Biden hosted the third annual White House Tribal Nations Summit this week,
OU Nightly Partners with Cheyenne and Arapaho Television to Enhance News Access in Western Oklahoma
NORMAN, OKLA. - Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Oklahoma is thrilled to announce its partnership with Cheyenne and Arapaho Television (CATV). Through this collaboration,
Kiowa Tribe leads effort to create “Smart City” in Hobart, Oklahoma
HOBART, OK - On, September 27, 2023 at 12:00PM, the Kiowa Tribe Chairman will welcome the Mayor of Pharr, Texas, Dr. Ambrosio Hernandez and his staff along with other
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Citizen Potawatomi Nation’s Lease-to-Own Program Improves Family Trajectories
Tribal program overcomes common home ownership barriers
SHAWNEE, Okla. – The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) launched its lease-to-own program with a singular goal in mind: equip its members for home ownership.

Chickasaw Nation breaks ground for medical student housing project
ADA, Okla. — Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby was joined by dozens of tribal leaders and medical providers in groundbreaking ceremonies Aug. 12 for a housing project designed for Chickasaw Nation
Hundreds Expected to Attend Wednesday’s Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa Facility Expansion Event
Tulsa, OK – Hundreds in attendance are anticipated at Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa (IHCRC)’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for its 62,000-square-foot facility expansion at 530 S. Peoria
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Muscogee (Creek) Nation tables resolution backing UKB after Cherokee Nation opposition
By Troy Littledeer
OKMULGEE, Okla. — The Muscogee (Creek) Nation National Council voted Saturday to postpone a resolution supporting the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) in its dispute over

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Despite tribal citizenship, traffic tickets for Freedmen descendants to remain in city court
A deal for the City of Tulsa to send traffic and other municipal cases involving Muscogee Nation

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Tribal nation sounds alarm over potential legislation hindering its economic, trust land rights
The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians is sounding the alarm over a draft of Congressional language.

Native American Agriculture Fund Appoints Three New Trustees to Board
New Board Members include a foundational Keepseagle claimant, a former USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator, and a former Small Business Administration Assistant Administrator for the Office of Native American Affairs
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Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holba' Pisachi' Native Film Festival set Aug. 8-9
SULPHUR, Okla.— Acclaimed First American films and filmmakers will be in the spotlight during the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holbaꞌ Pisachiꞌ Native Film Festival, Friday, Aug. 8-Saturday, Aug.
FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival Returns for Eighth Year
The eighth annual FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival will return to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Festival grounds Aug. 8-9, 2025. The festival offers two days of balloon glows, balloon launches and
Osage Nation Ranch auctioning off more than 500 head of cattle at the July 2 Bluestem Special
Live auction begins at 5 p.m. at the historic Mullendore Cross Bell Ranch in Osage County, or bids can be placed live online at DV Auctions
COPAN, Oklahoma — The

deadCenter Film Announces Film and Programming Schedule for its 25th Annual Film Festival, June 11 - 15
Lineup pays tribute to Oklahoma filmmakers while welcoming filmmakers and panelists from around the world
OKLAHOMA CITY - deadCenter Film recently announced the lineup and schedule of films, educational workshops
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United Indian Nations of Oklahoma urges lawmakers to override Governor's veto of MMIP bill
OKLAHOMA CITY — United Indian Nations of Oklahoma (UINO) is calling on all Oklahomans to contact their state lawmakers and urge them to override Governor Kevin Stitt's May 5
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TRIBAL GAMING: Cherokee Nation fights Arkansas license loss; Seneca questions NY revenue share
By Chez Oxendine
Tribal gaming faces both challenges and opportunities as 2024 comes to a close, with

Fancy Dance wows critics and audiences alike
When I read the overview for the movie "Fancy Dance" I was expecting a heartwarming story of an Aunt's love for her niece. Since I'