The Supreme Court wrestles with questions over the Navajo Nation's water rights

By Becky Sullivan On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could alter the already intense battle over water rights in the parched American Southwest. For more than 20 years, the Navajo Nation has fought for access to water from the lower Colorado River, which

Sky-Eagle Collection

"Sky-Eagle Collection: A Moving Tribute to the Osage People to Take Center Stage at Cannes Indigenous Arts and Fashion Festival" Taos, NM, USA— 3/31/2023 — Dante Biss-Grayson, an acclaimed Indigenous Fashion Designer from the Osage Nation who currently resides in Taos, New Mexico, is poised to showcase

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.
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