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Navajo Nation On Toxic Spill In Rivers: ‘Our Soul Is Hurting’ | RED POWER MEDIA
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Indigenous Issues and Resistance. Navajo Nation On Toxic Spill In Rivers: ‘Our Soul Is Hurting’. Kalyn Green of Durango, Colo. stands on the edge of the Animas River, Aug. 6, 2015. Navajo Nation Mourning, Pleading for Help After Toxic Mine Spill Contaminates Rivers. Is mourning and pleading for help as clean storage water is depleting, after toxic spill from a mine has contaminated water flowing down the Animas River in Colorado into the San Juan River through Utah and New Mexico. Though EPA administrato...
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LCO Ojibwe College president focused on seven initiatives | NativeBiz
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LCO Ojibwe College president focused on seven initiatives. LCO Ojibwe College president focused on seven initiatives. WISCONSIN – When considering the impact of decisions, Native Americans often say we should consider how choices impact those seven generations in the future. Seven generations not just one or two or three is a reminder to think long and hard first, especially when it concerns the natural environment, before acting. 8249; Tribes seek say in fed taxes, express frustration at lack of focus.
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Democratic American Indian group unhappy with Sanchez and Harris. CALIFORNIA – The California Democratic Party’s Native American Caucus denounced Senate candidate Loretta Sanchez’s caricature of an Indian war cry on Monday, calling the gesture she made over the weekend insensitive and insulting. The American Indian group also aired a grievance it has with Attorney General Kamala Harris, the other Democrat in the race, for her office’s position in a long-running dispute over the boundaries of a reservation.
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View all posts by NativeBiz. San Juan County seeks decision on fire service for tribe. NEW MEXICO – San Juan County officials say they can no longer support fire services on the Navajo Nation without contributions from the tribe. The Daily Times in Farmington reported Saturday that the San Juan County Fire Department will have …. Read more ›. Pokagon Tribal Chair claims Indiana casino law illegal. Read more ›. Blackfeet Tribe rebuilding under new tribal council. Read more ›. VERMONT – Two Vermont w...
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Blackfeet Tribe rebuilding under new tribal council | NativeBiz
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Blackfeet Tribe rebuilding under new tribal council. Blackfeet Tribe rebuilding under new tribal council. MONTANA – Two years ago, the doors of the Blackfeet tribal headquarters were often locked. Police would stand guard by the entrance and protesters frequently loitered outside. Tribal members who wanted to access their government were turned away. And sometimes, when the splintered tribal council could not agree on who would sign paychecks, the government simply shut down. But today, the doors are open.
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Fort Peck tribes oppose Keystone Pipeline | NativeBiz
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Fort Peck tribes oppose Keystone Pipeline. Fort Peck tribes oppose Keystone Pipeline. MONTANA – The Assiniboine and Sioux tribes of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation in northeastern Montana, concerned about oil contaminating their water supply, have approved a resolution opposing construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline. Bill Whitehead, director of economic development for the tribes, said he believes that the tribes are the first in Montana to oppose the pipeline. Join the Conversation Cancel reply.
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San Juan County seeks decision on fire service for tribe | NativeBiz
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San Juan County seeks decision on fire service for tribe. San Juan County seeks decision on fire service for tribe. NEW MEXICO – San Juan County officials say they can no longer support fire services on the Navajo Nation without contributions from the tribe. The Daily Times in Farmington reported Saturday that the San Juan County Fire Department will have to stop operating three fire districts on or near the Navajo Nation because of declining funds. The county said it requested a response by Friday.
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NativeBiz is the place to connect, collaborate and achieve productive interaction, share best practices, commentary and more with like-minded individuals throughout Indian Country. New Cherokee Nation Health Clinic Opens In Ochelata. How U of Oklahoma Treats American Indians. Blackfeet tribal biologist honored for bear work. James Begay on Hopi Indian Activist Nikishna Polequaptewa Fights Back Against Federal Lawsuit Claims. On Cherokee Nation Businesses records record year for revenue, income.
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New Cherokee Nation Health Clinic Opens In Ochelata | NativeBiz
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New Cherokee Nation Health Clinic Opens In Ochelata. New Cherokee Nation Health Clinic Opens In Ochelata. OKLAHOMA – The Cherokee Nation’s newest clinic said saving lives doesn’t just happen in the exam room. The clinic doubles as a hub for healthcare and a shelter from the storm when severe weather strikes. The new Ochelata clinic is the front line of healthcare for the Cherokee Nation as the tribe tries to put medical care within 30 miles of each of its citizens. Ochelata, OK, USA. Blackfeet tribal bio...
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Oklahoma Governor Selects Benge As Native American Liaison | NativeBiz
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Oklahoma Governor Selects Benge As Native American Liaison. Oklahoma Governor Selects Benge As Native American Liaison. Governor Mary Fallin appointed Secretary of State Chris Benge as Native American liaison within the governor’s office. As part of an executive order establishing her cabinet for her second term, Governor Mary Fallin announced that Benge will serve as secretary of state and Native American affairs. Oklahoma City, OK, USA. OPI lobbies for bill to bolster Native American education. You are...