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THE NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES THE 2023 CLASS OF INDUCTEES

Six of Native America’s Shining Stars to be Enshrined (OKLAHOMA CITY, MARCH 29, 2023) --- The National Native American Hall of Fame is pleased to announce six new individuals into this year’s slate of inductees. The 2023 group has made contributions across a range of categories, including law,

After nearly 200 years, the Yuchi Tribe of Oklahoma reconnects with bison

By Kaitlyn Radde The Yuchi Tribe of Oklahoma received five bison from Denver earlier this month, marking the first time in nearly two centuries that Yuchi people will once again interact with the animal. "We have an opportunity to connect with them in direct ways and help them on

Cherokee Nation debuts season 8 of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People”

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – The newest season of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People” is back and bigger than ever with all new Cherokee stories. The groundbreaking docuseries shares compelling narratives of the people, places, history and culture of the Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the United States. Season

Mvskoke protesters deliver eviction notice to stop “Cop City” on Georgia homelands

Ceremonial leaders seek to preserve the Weelaunee Forest from development by Braden Harper ATLANTA, Georgia – The Weelaunee Forest is one of the original homelands of the Mvskoke people. After the Indian Removal Act of 1830 forced the Mvskoke people to vacate their home, the forest was used for many different

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

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
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