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Osage Nation files suit after the DOI’s ‘stalling tactics’ hinder self-governance efforts
The Nation proposed that the federal government pay $4.87 million to the Nation to take over BIA functions – $4.36 million of which would come from closing down the Osage Agency and $485,000 from costs
Benjamin Harjo, Jr.'s legacy lives on at his alma mater
Benjamin Harjo, Jr.'s exhibit "From Here To There" is currently on display at the OSU Museum of Art through September 7th, 2024 in Stillwater. His show features 86 original works spanning the entirety of his career. A closing reception will be held from 5-7 p.m.
Minnesota Native, Justin Lapka wins World Series of Poker Circuit Main Event at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant
Winner bests over 1,000 other players to walk away with over $250,000
DURANT, Okla. - A Minnesota native walked away from Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant with over $250,000 after winning the World Series of Poker Circuit main event at the end of July.
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Federal Government acknowledges wrongdoing in Native boarding school policy, DOI report finds
by Thomas Jackson, Mvskoke Media
WASHINGTON D.C. – On July 30, United States Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the release of the final report by the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative. The initiative was designed as
Young entrepreneur creates Indigenous candle company
23 year old Kiyah Cisco has merged her love of candle-making with her passion for sharing Native American culture by creating the Indigenous Candle Company. Candle-making was once just a hobby for Cisco until she realized it could be her way to make an impact. She created her company in
Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association (OIGA) to Host 29th Annual Conference and Trade Show in OKC Aug. 12-14 Thousands to attend from around the world
Oklahoma City - Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association will host its 29th Conference and Trade Show at the Oklahoma City Convention Center Aug. 12-14. Nearly 3,000 attendees, including tribal leadership, gaming executives and professionals, hospitality professionals and vendors, all coming together to do business, learn from one another, network and
USDA announced the transmittal of over $2 billion in funds to over 43,000 agriculture producers and forest land owners who had experienced discrimination by USDA prior to 2021
On Wednesday , July 31 , the U . S . D epartment of A griculture (USDA) announced the transmittal of over $2 billion in funds to over 43,000 agriculture producers and forest landowners who had experienced discrimination by USDA prior to 2021. The Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP) , authorized by the Section