“Reservation Dogs” Actor Gary Farmer Supports Equity in Cannabis Reform in New Partnership With the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association

The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association launches new cannabis enthusiast level membership for individuals to join cannabis policy advancement movement Milwaukee, Wis., — The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) launches “Friends of ICIA” membership level, backed by legendary actor and musician Gary Farmer. The ICIA, a national nonprofit founded in 2022, exists

Chickasaw artist strives to carry on culture through art, education

Sulphur craftsman returning to Artesian Arts Festival after 7 year break Michael Cornelius doesn’t consider himself an artist. An abundant collection of gold and silver medallions earned in First American art markets seems to contradict this sentiment. A Chickasaw preservationist, Cornelius earned these awards for cultural objects he has

Stamp honors Ponca chief who played key role in history

By: Journal Record Staff The U.S. Postal Service has honored Chief Standing Bear by issuing a Forever stamp bearing his image. In 1879, Standing Bear won a landmark court ruling that determined a Native American was a person under the law with an inherent right to life, liberty and

GSA tells tribes it wants to work on clean energy “triple wins” with them

BY BRIAN EDWARDS LAS VEGAS – The head of a federal agency that spends $75 billion annually on federal contracts wants to work with tribes on clean energy projects that can deliver a “triple win” for tribal citizens and the planet. Robin Carnahan, administrator of the U.S. General Services Administration,

Chickasaw artist prepares for 10th annual Artesian Arts Festival

Cotie Poe-Underwood is hastily putting the final touches on her artwork for the annual Artesian Arts Festival in Sulphur, Oklahoma. Winning awards during last year’s Artesian Arts Festival and the recent Southeastern Art Show and Market, the budding Chickasaw artist’s current goals include taking home “Best in Show”

April Issue 2023

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Northeastern State University awarded $2.9M to expand high-speed internet access

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Northeastern State University was awarded a $2.9 million federal grant to enhance its high-speed internet infrastructure and expand broadband access for students. NSU is one of 61 minority-serving colleges and universities to be awarded funding through the Connecting Minority Communities Pilot Program. “Northeastern State University is proud
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