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History is a "Do Better" opportunity!
OP-ED: By Theresa Hinman
The United States of America is not a conquered country due to the history made possible by the American Indian story. In 1879, the landmark civil rights case Chief Standing Bear v. Crook, (Nebraska District Court Judge Elmer Scopio Dundy) was originally set to determine if
Fort Washita Fur Trade Rendezvous brings history to life
The annual Fur Trade Era Rendezvous at Fort Washita will take place March 29 through April 2. Visitors are invited to enjoy historical presentations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to
As March Madness arrives, Oklahoma mulls legalizing sports betting
By: Journal Record
While it might not be wise to risk money on the outcome of a bill pending in the Oklahoma Legislature to legalize sports betting in the state, a sure wager would be on prospects for college basketball making this month a blockbuster for sports betting nationwide.
March
Biden Shows How He Values Indian Country in His 2024 Budget
OP-ED BY LEVI RICKERT
Each year, the president of the United States submits an annual budget to Congress for consideration for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins on October 1. The budget submission is the beginning of a process that involves a long series of negotiations in both chambers of
Chickasaw artist dives into turquoise art
Penner excited for Artesian Arts Festival, April 22
Vicki Penner is busy preparing for her second appearance at the Artesian Arts Festival.
Penner, a Chickasaw artist who launched Luckydog Turquoise a few years ago, participated in the annual arts festival for the first time last year.
The response was tremendous.
Applications open for Oklahoma Human Services Energy Crisis Assistance and Water Assistance Programs
OKLAHOMA CITY (March 21, 2023) – Oklahoma Human Services is now accepting online applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP) and Low Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) at OKDHSLive.org.
ECAP Eligibility:
* Households which have received a 72-hour cut-off notice at the
Grant to fund creation of teacher centers at NSU, help expand workforce
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — A federal grant will allow Northeastern State University to increase the number of comprehensively prepared teachers from diverse backgrounds.
NSU was awarded a four-year grant totaling a little more than $1.5 million through the Augustus F. Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program. NSU College of Education Dean Dr.