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2011 National Native News Headlines Headline Archives 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Friday, February 3, 2012 Plan by Republican Senators could impact funding for Indian Country Governor of Oklahoma wants to settle tribal water rights fight out-of-court Navajo Nation flags at half-staff for Navajo Code Talker who died this week Interior Department wants comments on nearly two billion dollar land consolidation plan
Thursday, February 2, 2012 Tribes and environmental groups file lawsuit over Navy’s use of sonar University of Wyoming considers developing American Indian Center
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 Two Oklahoma tribes continue to fight for their water rights in court Efforts are underway to protect the Alutiiq language from becoming extinct Federal officials and child advocates address children's exposure to violence
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Opens a Telecommunications Company The Debate Over the Construction of a Northeastern Native Casino in Oklahoma Continues Health Officials Address the High Rates High Infant Mortality Rates in South Dakota
Monday, January 30, 2012 The Arrest of a Ceremonial Drummer Causes a Stir Among Tribal Communities A Film Highlighting Southwest Native Runners Connects Audiences in Washington
Friday, January 27, 2012 Tribal leaders react to State of Indian Nations address White House hosts Twitter office hours for Native community
Thursday, January 26, 2012 NCAI President delivers State of Indian Nations address Two men are sentenced for racially-motivated assault of Navajo man Teachers leave First Nation community because of moldy housing
President Obama lays out his agenda for the year Native and federal leaders disagree on Canada’s Indian Act
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 Historic meeting held in Canada with Native leaders and prime minister First cabinet secretary for tribal affairs in South Dakota confirmed Texas tribe receives some restitution from disgraced lobbyist
Monday, January 23, 2012 Native leaders in Canada prepare to meet with the prime minister National Congress of American Indians President to give State of Indian Nations Address Wyoming Native American farmers and ranchers could receive checks and debt forgiveness Friday, January 20, 2012 The debate over the proposed Keystone Pipeline Project is far from over First Nation leader says his people and environment hurt by oil development Federal and tribal officials meet in South Dakota to address education
Lawmakers divided on Internet piracy legislation that could impact Native communities Family of Native woodcarver fatally shot by Seattle Police officer disappointed with federal decision
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Wisconsin tribe announces additions to its casino South Carolina high court agrees to hear case involving adopted Native girl Great Plains reservations under extreme cold warnings
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 Muscogee Creek leader comments on casino controversy Navajo Nation President says tribe’s new casino step toward self-sufficiency Western Canadian First Nation takes action against gangs Aboriginal women makes history becoming justice in Northwest Territories
Monday, January 16, 2012 First Nation leader speaks out against pipeline project Federal officials close investigation into death of Native woodcarver Program helps with pet care on nearby South Dakota reservations
Wisconsin tribes tell state committee they need to work together Former South Dakota governor remembered for often being at odds with tribes Museum exhibit tells true story of wolves in Quileute heritage
Thursday, January 12, 2012 Wind River Tribes continue fight over mismanaged royalties Pacific Northwest tribes hope to build casino despite delays Chief names next Cherokee Nation Attorney General Plan to relocate wild bison to Montana reservations challenged
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 Opposition grows over casino project in northeast Oklahoma Navajo Nation to hold grand opening for third casino People in Seattle line up to have artifacts examined by museum experts Federal and tribal officials celebrate California tribe’s water rights settlement
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 A new leader is named to the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs Two Piscataway tribes become first state recognized tribes in Maryland First Nations fight proposed pipeline project as hearings begin Interior Department decision protects Grand Canyon from new mining claims
Monday, January 09, 2012 Fight over using treated wastewater on sacred Arizona mountain heads to appeals court Oklahoma tribe’s school is reconnecting with the Bureau of Indian Education Russian tanker is headed to Nome for historic fuel delivery Minnesota education department holding first-ever Indian education summit
Friday, January 06, 2012 Lawsuit against Canadian government by First Nations claims broken education promise Navajo Code Talker's last work before death included raising funds for museum project Native health and wellness series wraps up with New Year's intentions from Alaskans
Thursday, January 05, 2012 Samson Cree First Nation votes to ban gang members from reserve Native wellness center home exercise plan includes Blue Bird Flour sacks
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 South Dakota Native Students React to ABC's Fall Documentary on Poverty via an Internet Video Strengthening Healthy Eating Habits Tops the List to Help Ring in the New Year in Arizona
Tuesday, January 03, 2012 Navajo Nation President Addresses Concerns Over its Tribal Clans Obtaining the Path to Better Health and Wellness Kicks 2012 into Action in Arizona
Friday, December 30, 2011 A year in review from Capitol Hill on Native American issues First Nations reach an agreement with British Columbia to develop better child welfare services
Thursday, December 29, 2011 Canada’s top Native leader is concerned about new tough-on-crime legislation New director of Oklahoma Native American museum says more private funding is needed Reservations on Northern Plains seeing mild winter weather compared to past years
Wednesday, December 28, 2011 Nomination of Native American to federal bench appears to be dead National panel on First Nations education wraps up in Canada Alaska Native youth express thoughts on learning from elders
Tuesday, December 27, 2011 Truth and Reconciliation Commission running out of money Program focusing on Alaska Native wellness receives funding
Monday, December 26, 2011 Truth and Reconciliation Commission running out of money Program focusing on Alaska Native wellness receives funding
Friday, December 23, 2011 Miss WEIO Inspires Youth to Get Down with Their Culture Native Leaders Report Federal Officials are Listening but more Help is Needed from Washington
Thursday, December 22, 2011 A First Nations woman is Set to Become the First Aboriginal Saint A Seattle Native Organization Works to Help Bring Native Foster Children to Suitable Homes
Wednesday, December 21, 2011 An Oklahoma Tribes Invests in the Future with the Gift of Giving This Season 2011 Native Inspired Fashion Trends Stir Up Controversy
Tuesday, December 20, 2011 A First Nations Housing Controversy Has Moved into the Political Arena The American Hospital Association Awards the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium for Their Work
Monday, December 19, 2011 A First Nation Signs a Major Contract with Enbridge Over a Proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline Cultural Presentations Open the Dialogue Further on Tribal and State Relations in Montana
Friday, December 16, 2011 Native people express concerns over proposed Wisconsin mine Judge rules against Oklahoma tribe trying to block wind farm Officials meet to address First Nation housing crisis
Thursday, December 15, 2011 Wisconsin tribe wants independent study of proposed mine Wild buffalo to be placed on two Montana reservations
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Tribal leaders discuss possible impacts of the 2012 presidential campaign A report is released about businesses on South Dakota reservations
Tuesday, December 13, 2011 Tribal leaders say they see progress with the Obama administration A First Nation leader threatens to sue the Canadian government
Monday, December 12, 2011 Mediator selected to help resolve lawsuit between tribes and Oklahoma Alaska Native villages awarded federal funds to invest in public transit Survey shows Native American language speakers concentrated in a handful of U.S. counties
Friday, December 9, 2011 Wisconsin tribe wants to build renewable energy plant First Nations leaders meet to discuss top issues Suquamish woman receives Seattle Human Rights Award
Thursday, December 8, 2011 Alaska Native village threatened by erosion and flooding close to relocating A Seattle organization provides services and art to help homeless Native population
Wednesday, December 7, 2011 Green energy advocates say Indian Country is ripe for investments First Nations go to the UN to address an Ontario housing crisis FEMA announces support for legislation change for tribes
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 Native leaders lobby Washington officials to avoid budget cuts First Nation tells government official to leave reserve Russian tanker to deliver fuel to iced-in Alaska community
Monday, December 5, 2011 Native leaders react to meeting with President Obama and his cabinet Canada’s top Native leader calls for reset in relationship between First Nations and government CDC book for Native children focuses on preventing type 2 diabetes
Friday, December 2, 2011 Tribal leaders meet with the Obama administration First Nations leaders call for health care investigation after death of baby
Thursday, December 1, 2011 Wednesday, November 30, 2011 Politicians in Canada address housing crisis on First Nation reserve Film about Native culture in Bristol Bay region to premier in Alaska
Tuesday, November 29, 2011 Native leaders in Canada say poverty is impacting living conditions on reserves South Dakota tribe breaks ground on new public safety projects Cherokee Nation’s tobacco prevention program reaches 5,000 students
Monday, November 28, 2011 Cherokee Nation plans to proceed with federal lawsuit involving citizenship Woman on Pine Ridge reservation receives grant to teach healthy cooking to children Connecticut tribe received flag for museum from United Confederation of Taino People Canadian Red Cross to send aid to northern Ontario reserve dealing with housing crisis
Thursday, November 24, 2011 U.S. lawmaker says tribes could benefit from doing business with Turkey Oneida Nation's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade float features MLB player Alaska Native women uses weaving as a way to heal
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 Tribal programs face budget cuts after congressional super committee fails on debt reduction agreement A fundraising goal for a monument honoring Crazy Horse has been met First Nations leaders hope bad drinking water conditions in their communities will improve
Tuesday, November 22, 2011 Ontario First Nation asks for help with housing crisis U.S. Senators consider Alaska Safe Families and Villages Act
Monday, November 21, 2011 U.S. Attorney for Montana announces initiative to protect Native women Minnesota tribe inspired by recently television news report to help neighboring tribe Washington tribe to hold public discussion about Thanksgiving Alaska Native museum director talks about importance of Native languages
Friday, November 18, 2011 Tribes could see big budget cuts if congressional super committee debt proposal fails First significant snow of season in forecast for South Dakota reservations Kansas governor issues proclamation apologizing to tribes for past mistreatments Canadian government announces funding to address drinking water quality for First Nations
Colorado’s Lt. Governor defends decision to fire executive secretary of Indian Affairs Tribal leaders are upset over proposed budget cut to tribal law enforcement programs Native American Journalists Association announces changes including new president
Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Chair of the National Endowment for the Arts visits South Dakota reservation U.S. Alaska Senator's staff to visit storm damage villages in western Alaska Panel on issues facing Native American youth held in Washington, D.C. 2011 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has ties to Indian Country
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 Group in Rapid City to raise concerns about Indian health services Seattle Indian Health Board fair offers diabetes education
Monday, November 14, 2011 First Nations groups oppose mine project in British Columbia, Canada Judge in Oklahoma wants quick and efficient settlement over tribal water rights Speaker series at community college to address Navajo human rights
Friday, November 11, 2011 One of the most powerful storms in nearly 40 years hits western Alaska Native veteran shares stories of his time in Vietnam in new book Arizona tribe to honor veterans with Memorial Wall dedication
Thursday, November 10, 2011 One of the most powerful storms in nearly 40 years hits western Alaska Berkeley City Council to consider resolution to honor Geronimo Manitoba First Nation dealing with tragic accident involving young boy
US Lawmakers Look into Possible Legal Infractions Connected to Native American South Dakota Foster Care Centers The Native Film Industry Takes a Moment to Honor the Late Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians Leader’s Efforts in the Fight for Tribal Recognition Application of a New Wisconsin State Weapons Law Has Some Questioning the Law’s Reach on Tribal Lands
Tribes investigate health issues involving uranium contamination on Wind River reservation Inuit Circumpolar Council chair talks about rapid changes in Inuit communities
Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma holds inauguration ceremony for new leader Tribal and federal agencies investigate uranium contamination on Wind River reservation
New report shows Native women suffer worse pay discrimination in US Dental disease rampant on Pine Ridge reservation according to report Canadian parliament to establish memorial for former Indian residential school students
US Senators introduce legislation to help protect Native women on tribal lands ACLU investigates alleged violations of Indian Child Welfare Act in South Dakota Canada’s national police force tells commission it was not aware of need to investigate abuse at residential schools
New report looks at Native women in prostitution and challenges they face getting out Alaska Native language project receives funding to train interpreters
A judge rules in favor of Southeast Alaska tribes in child support case Wisconsin tribe hopes to use water and air quality standards against proposed mine Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrate Native American Heritage Month with new campaign Tribal leaders help launch the 2012 Native Vote initiative Indigenous people raise concerns about mines in Mexico Friday, October 28, 2011 University leader apologizes to former Indian residential school students Indian educator promotes language and culture use at home Seattle University panel addresses domestic violence against Native women
US House passes land bill, defeats amendments to protect tribal land Family and friends celebrate the life of late pueblo historian Joe Sando National conference on Indian Education kicks off in New Mexico
Native leaders demand apology from Canada's largest airline Alaska Native men encourage strength and success among young men South Dakota tribes to discuss traffic issues and share success stories
Alaska Native Veterans Press U.S. Government and Lawmakers for Help Native Youth in Wisconsin Exercise the Power of their Voice Against Domestic Violence and Abuse
Monday, October 24, 2011 An Oversight Field Hearing on Native youth Suicide is Addressed in Alaska Ex-lobbyist Jack Abramoff Will Have to Share Profits from His New Book with Native Tribes
Friday, October 21, 2011 The Alaska Federation of Natives Annual Convention Kicks off in Anchorage, Alaska The Troubled Election for Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Comes to a Close
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Adopted Alaska Native youth shares importance of learning her culture Former Cherokee Nation leader appeals recent special election British Columbia First Nations take over their health care system
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 Native elder shares with youth importance of Native names Family friend remembers the life of Elouise Cobell Occupy Canada protests include Aboriginal issues
Monday, October 17, 2011 Native elders and youth gather in Anchorage Free legal clinic being offered for Alaska Natives Native farmers and ranchers reminded to file claims in class action settlement
Friday, October 14, 2011 ABC television program to air special on Native children US Wyoming Senator introduces tribal energy production bill Alaska Native people see mixed results in fall whaling season
Thursday, October 13, 2011 Tribal leaders discuss economic development and protecting Native women Senate Indian Affairs Committee to hold field hearing on Alaska Native suicide prevention Ho-Chunk Nation ends effort to regain county land in Wisconsin Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and Colorado’s State Historic Preservation Office sign agreement
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 First Nations people want answers from police in the handling of a serial killer case Tribes call on federal leaders to consult with them before cutting services Unofficial results show challenger wins special election for Cherokee Nation Chief
Tuesday, October 11, 2011 Tribal leaders gather on Capitol Hill to draw attention to Indigenous issues Health care workers see need for extending Indian Special Diabetes Program New Mexico Department of Health and Tribes host health and wellness week South Dakota Indian School begins new expansion project
Monday, October 10, 2011 Ballot counting underway by Cherokee Nation Election Commission Native man says more needs to be done to fully recognize South Dakota's Native American Day Seattle organization to help Native toddlers get tools they need to succeed in school
Friday, October 07, 2011 Federal officials explore ways to increase telecommunications on tribal lands Cherokee Nation to count ballots in recent special election for principal chief First Nations University in Saskatchewan marks significant anniversary
Thursday, October 06, 2011 Wisconsin tribe gets federal approval to regulate water standards Alaska settles lawsuit over unfair school construction funding US Senate Indian Affairs Committee focuses on Internet infrastructure Quapaw tribal member receives Indian elder award in Oklahoma
Wednesday, October 05, 2011 Arrests made in alleged corruption scheme involving Alaska Native corporation Dental care program gaining national support First female chief of Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians sworn in First Nations plan rally in Ottawa to draw attention to education issues
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 First Nations people to walk four days to draw attention to water issues California tribe receives Veterans Affairs award for cemetery Events planned for Native American Day in South Dakota
Monday, October 03, 2011 Alaska educators would like to see more Native students take college admissions tests Chickasaw Nation uses different forms of technology to reach its citizens Native speakers to take part in South Dakota's "Consider the Century Conference”
Friday, September 30, 2011 Native people in South Dakota speak out against the Keystone XL pipeline project Northwest tribes plan to use federal awards to improve tribal courts and youth programs
Thursday, September 29, 2011 First Nation chief ousted from job after community vote Suicide prevention discussed at national health conference in Alaska Afghanistan broadcasters visit Native radio station in Arizona
Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Judge reduces sentence of man convicted of murder in Annie Mae Aquash case Federal judge approves compromise in election for principal chief of Cherokee Nation Native American plaintiffs allege abuse by Catholic clergy in Montana New Mexico tribe and US Corps of Engineers sign agreement
Tuesday, September 27, 2011 First Nation chief joins protesters on Parliament Hill to object oil pipeline project Nevada tribal leader points to successful collaboration for recent law enforcement awards New Native American television channel on air in Southern California
Monday, September 26, 2011 Cherokee Nation holds second election for principal chief New study shows high rates of dental decay among Alaska Native youth First Nations people to participate in oil pipeline protest in Ottawa
Friday, September 23, 2011 Former Alaska whaling commission director charged with embezzlement Tribal leader killed in motorcycle accident remembered in Colorado California governor establishes Native American adviser position
Thursday, September 22, 2011 US lawmakers discuss ramping up efforts to open up Alaska's arctic wilderness for oil drilling New York State Senate holds first hearing in new Native American committee Navajo leader asks United Nations committee to urge US to protect sacred site
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 Public forum in Canada addresses investigations of missing women Cherokee Nation and Freedmen reach agreement over upcoming election Groundbreaking of first Veterans Affairs cemetery takes place on South Dakota reservation
Tuesday, September 20, 2011 Wisconsin tribes discuss mining with government and mining company representatives Healing totem begins journey from Pacific Northwest to East Coast Ute Mountain Ute leader dies in weekend motorcycle accident
Monday, September 19, 2011 Native association waits to hear if country’s high court will hear its case Native leaders in Canada encourage people to get involved in elections
Friday, September 16, 2011 South Dakota tribal leader talks about controversy of buried eagle feathers Tribal leaders tell US lawmakers about funding needs for roads and bridges NMSU receives grant to help Mescalero tribe with digital language documentation
Freedmen will be allowed to vote for principal chief of Cherokee Nation Nevada tribe makes big commitment to solar power Montana US Senators ask Congress to award Elouise Cobell Congressional Gold Medal
Cherokee Nation says it won’t allow federal government to dictate how it operates Office of US Attorney for Wyoming conference focuses on Native American women Noted New Mexico pueblo historian Dr. Joe Sando dies at age of 88
Tuesday, September 13, 2011 First Nation leader asks Canadian government to house his people at military base South Dakota lawmakers want to make sure Native Americans fairly represented in redistricting US Department of Justice to host Four Corners Indian Country conference in Colorado
Monday, September 12, 2011 Ecuador government charges Indigenous activists with terrorism Popular children’s cartoon on public television airs in Lakota Washington tribe prepares totem for journey and exhibit on East Coast
Friday, September 9, 2011 White House says Obama's jobs plan could make big difference in Indian Country A look back at Mohawk ironworkers who helped clean up Twin Towers Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's radio station hits the air
US Congressman says Oklahoma tribe should get federal funds regardless of citizenship dispute Chief-elect of Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians says she'll focus on financial stability Federal awards to address children's mental health in American Indian communities Chiefs in Manitoba Canada concerned about education of children displaced from flooded communities
Alberta First Nation struggles with gang violence Alaska tribe hopes for success with its expanded tannery operations Funding dedicated to elder abuse prevention in Indian Country
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
First Nation concerned with growing number of youth suicides US Supreme Court Justice visits Native communities in New Mexico Indigenous Australian talks about dance production inspired by wind
Monday, September 5, 2011 Russell Means fights cancer with Indigenous tradition
Friday, September 2, 2011 Nevada tribe’s economic development plans squashed after government decision Federal grants awarded to tribes and states to address youth suicide prevention Thursday, September 1, 2011 Wednesday, August 31, 2011 Native veterans discuss issues with federal officials in South Dakota First Nations leaders to join oil pipeline protest at White House Tuesday, August 30, 2011 Nevada tribal leader wants better air quality from an energy plant Aboriginal leaders in Canada honor a late politician Monday, August 29, 2011 Two men sentenced for crimes involving petroglyphs in Nevada Source for Sports collects hockey equipment for First Nations Friday, August 26, 2011 Tribal educators and federal officials hold meeting in South Dakota Wyoming communications company to provide broadband to reservation Thursday, August 25, 2011 South Dakota company which makes buffalo food products wins award Demonstrations planned to protect Native sacred site Cousins charged for starting massive Arizona wildfire Wednesday, August 24, 2011 First Nations people among those at White House pipeline protest Federal officials travel to South Dakota to address Indian education Tuesday, August 23, 2011 Tribes receive more than 15 million dollars to address housing needs Department of Interior to improve Indian Country schools after EPA settlement
Monday, August 22, 2011 Alutiiq Museum staff members talk about recent national accreditation
Friday, August 19, 2011 Native high school students in South Dakota exposed to college life
Thursday, August 18, 2011 Navajo Code Talker shares stories of World War II Alaska Native Corporation sells last of its newspapers Wednesday, August 17, 2011 White Mountain Apache tribe celebrates opening of Native Plant Nursery Alutiiq Museum Archaeological Repository receives national accreditation Tuesday, August 16, 2011 Aleut people commemorate 100th anniversary of Fur Seal Treaty
Monday, August 15, 2011 Navajo Code Talkers recognized for their service in World War II
Friday, August 12, 2011 US Attorney for South Dakota announces sentencing in scheme to defraud tribe Alaska Native filmmaker launches online campaign to get work in theaters across the country
Thursday, August 11, 2011 Alaska Native elder's 20-year-old subsistence case recently back in court
Wednesday, August 10, 2011 South Dakota's governor delays tax collection on food banks First Nations develop plan for trade and relations with China Tuesday, August 9, 2011 Indian Country bears biggest brunt of climate change according to report New report shows financial rise among Canadian First Nations
Monday, August 8, 2011 Food banks in South Dakota face tax collection
Friday, August 5, 2011 Summer road fatalities impact South Dakota tribe Alaska Native organization creates language learning tools
Thursday, August 4, 2011 Western Shoshone elder goes to court over grazing rights dispute with federal agency Wednesday, August 3, 2011 Alaska Native corporation’s lands bill could be headed to US House floor vote A four-day sobriety run is taking place in Minnesota Tuesday, August 2, 2011 Pyramid Paiute Tribe may lose post offices under US Postal Service cuts Thousands of people attend Teslin Tlingit Heritage Celebration in Canada's Yukon Monday, August 1, 2011 Alaska Native corporation creates website to aid in language preservation
Friday, July 29, 2011 A study underway on Lake Superior looks at mercury levels in fish An Alaska Native village studies moose in the Copper River Delta Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Former Inuit Circumpolar Conference leader and traditional science advocate has died
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Tribal Law and Order Act Commission member talks about crime data
Tribes to be notified about more than century old skull found in New York Monday, July 25, 2011
Alaska youth leadership and suicide prevention program receives donation to stay open
Science and Native traditions merge to monitor water quality of Salish Sea Friday, July 22, 2011
Cherokee Nation to vote again for tribal chief
First Nations people evacuated after fires burn out of control in Canada Thursday, July 21, 2011
Education official says there's improvement on Montana reservation schools
A look at Native American participation in the Civil War Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Alaska South Dakota reservation highlights Native culture to attract tourists
Wounded Native Marine receives visit from Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Alaska Native people celebrate summer salmon with Nushtival Monday, July 18, 2011
Alaska Native youth train to work as fly fishing guides Friday, July 15, 2011
New Media Takes Center Stage at the Native American Journalists Association's Annual Conference Thursday, July 14, 2011
Congressional Alaska Land Legislation Moves Forward
The Native American Journalists Association Celebrates Native Media in Florida Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Native Athletes Prepare for the 2011 Jim Thorpe Native All-star Football Game
Parts of the Native American Civil War Participation Unveiled in Wisconsin Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Treatment program for pregnant Native women celebrates 20th birthday
Director of US Department of Veterans Affairs tribal office to meet with Northwest tribes Monday, July 11, 2011
Summer program encourages Native students to pursue health care career
Tribes awarded grants for historic preservation Friday, July 8, 2011
Native youth prepare for the US Indigenous Games
White House to host lacrosse event with Native youth
Program renewed to boost math and science among Native youth Thursday, July 7, 2011
Britain’s royal newlyweds William and Kate meet Native people in Canada's Northwest Territories Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Cherokee Nation election for next leader tied up in court
New Mexico tribe assisting in efforts to fight wildfire
NMAI to host public satellite chats on Inka Road of South America Tuesday, July 5, 2011
US Congressman calls for federal assistance for pueblo impacted by wildfire
US Veterans Affairs Secretary to meet with tribal leaders in North Dakota Monday, July 4, 2011
Oklahoma tribe honored on ancestral land
Native comedians recognized for work in Pow Wow Comedy Jam Friday, July 1, 2011
Tribal and federal officials investigate death of grizzly bear in Montana
Former students of Canada’s Indian residential schools speak at national hearings Thursday, June 30, 2011
Indigenous people discuss development in the Arctic
100 Club donates $15,000 to fallen Navajo officer's family Wednesday, June 29, 2011
New figures show Native Americans hold highest number of federal jobs in Wyoming than any other minority
Challenger in disputed Cherokee Nation election expected to formally call for recount
Man charged with First Degree Murder in shooting death of Navajo police officer Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Alaska's North Slope Borough Mayor takes lead role in oil development negotiations
Canadian government criticized for not doing enough to help country's First Nations Monday, June 27, 2011
Spokane Tribe raises concerns about new wastewater treatment plant
Nova Scotia school board votes to rename high school named after British colonizer Friday, June 24, 2011
US Alaska Senator talks about military service rate of Alaska Native people
IHS launches Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative to encourage breastfeeding Thursday, June 23, 2011
Federal officials to sign agreement with New Mexico tribe to prosecute violent crimes against Native women
Two South Dakota reservations continue to struggle with flood conditions with deaths on reservation road
Self-help guru who led deadly sweat lodge ceremony in Arizona convicted of negligent homicide Wednesday, June 22, 2011
One of six original plaintiffs in historic Indian trust case talks about court’s final approval Tuesday, June 21, 2011
National Ocean Council workshop includes tribes
Two South Dakota reservations along Missouri River under Flash Flood Warning
Tlingit intern with Native organization and university program pursues archival science career
First Nations celebrate National Aboriginal Day in Canada Monday, June 20, 2011
Tribal Voices Take the Fight for the Protection of Sacred Sites the Capitol Hill and the Nation
Tribes Ask Congress to Get Tough with Federal Agencies with Remains and Artifacts Still in Their Possession Friday, June 17, 2011
New Mexico Legislation Makes the Native American Squash Blossom Necklace an Official State Symbol Today
The U.S. Justice Department Says it Wants Tribes to Help Shape a 2011 Re-write of the Federal Violence Against Women Act Thursday, June 16, 2011
The National Congress of American Indians Initiates Their Get-out-the-vote Effort
Hundreds Gather to Mourn the Loss of a Recently Fallen Solider from Michigan’s Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Wedsday, June 15, 2011
Montana Bears Causing Conflict in the Mission Valley Set Landowners into Action Tuesday, June 14, 2011
The 60 day Mother Earth Water Walk ends in Wisconsin
Oklahoma tribal leader runs unopposed for seventh term Monday, June 13, 2011
Wisconsin tribe wants to discuss possible land development with local city officials
Tribal leaders gather in Milwaukee for NCAI mid year event Friday, June 10, 2011
Education leaders from rural states focus on Indian education during conference in Montana
People gather in Duluth to celebrate water walk by Native people in U.S. and Canada Thrusday, June 9, 2011
Massive wildfire in Arizona burns forest land on the San Carlos Apache reservation
Senate Indian Affairs Committee focuses on UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Midwest tribe temporarily closes casino threatened by flooding
Children’s research center meets with Alaska Native people to discuss juvenile justice Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Rural education leaders to focus on Indian education issues at Montana conference
First Nations leader pushes for better education for Native people Monday, June 6, 2011
First Lady and Native children plant crops in White House garden Friday, June 3, 2011
Judge extends order preventing New York from collecting taxes on Indian tobacco Thursday, June 2, 2011
The Bible is translated in the Gwich’in language Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Newly formed tribal EPA committee meeting for first time
Commission investigating salmon sold on black market by Native fishermen
Navajo Nation officials rally for commercial tobacco free tribe
Alaska Native woman celebrates 100th birthday Monday, May 30, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Crow Chairman declares Montana reservation a disaster area
US Congressman Nick Rahall introduces disaster legislation for tribes
Mayor of Colorado border town to sign agreement with Navajo Nation
Monday, May 23, 2011
Family and friends remember Alaska Native elder Walter Soboleff
Friday, May 20, 2011
South Dakota Indian business leaders optimistic about future economic development
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Native leaders in Canada praise prime minister’s new cabinet with two First Nations members
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
The University of Alaska Fairbanks awards 95-year-old Athabascan woman honorary degree
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Elouise Cobell recovering from surgery for cancer
Navajo community first tribal community to adopt green building code
BIE and NFL player to present school with Presidential challenge award
Monday, May 16, 2011
First Nations in Canada say they’ll conduct investigation following recent oil spill impacting their communities
Friday, May 12, 2011
South Dakota Indian school receives national award for making healthy choices
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Family of Native officer killed in the 1930's attends honoring ceremony
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
Native communities in Manitoba threatened by rising waters
Fire on White Mountain Apache reservation forces evacuations
Defendant accused of branding swastika on Navajo man found guilty on one count Friday May 6, 2011 Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds hearing on Indian stereotypes Jicarilla Apache leader disappointed in use of Geronimo's name in Osama bin Laden operation Wednesday May 4, 2011 NCAI President expresses disappointment in use of Geronimo as name for Osama bin Laden operation The entire staff at a school on the Pine Ridge reservation will have to reapply for their jobs Tuesday May 3, 2011 Native American group challenges hundreds of recall signatures against Wisconsin lawmaker Oklahoma superintendent of public schools wants Native culture to be taught more Senate Committee on Indian Affairs to hold hearing on Indian stereotypes First Nations leader encouraged by number of Aboriginal people elected to Parliament Monday May 2, 2011 Navajo Nation President responds to the news of Osama bin Laden Native people walk for water from four directions to the Bad River Reservation Native women compete for title of Miss Indian World Friday April 29, 2011 Leadership dispute continues over Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes Native women compete for title of Miss Indian World Thursday April 28, 2011 Southeast Alaska tribes approve making federal involvement in subsistence management a priority The Obama administration gets help from a Native professional football player in its Let’s Move campaign Professional Native golfer Notah Begay announces star athletes to participate in his upcoming charity event Wednesday April 27, 2011 Native people continue encampment in California to stop development on sacred site Wyoming reservation receives federal grant for gas pipeline project “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” by Choctaw Freedman to be Oklahoma's gospel song St. Louis Rams Quarterback Sam Bradford encouraging Native youth to pursue healthy lifestyle Tuesday April 26, 2011 Ho Chunk Nation says sacred plant being wrongly confiscated from members serving in US military US Department of Education hosting urban Indian education listening session in Wisconsin Alaska’s only tribal college sending off largest graduating class in history Monday April 25, 2011 Tribes weigh in on proposed mining project in northern Wisconsin Tribal leaders and New Mexico Land Commissioner sign agreement Native women in Canada question party leaders as voting day nears Friday April 22, 2011 First Nations call the Canadian government’s way of addressing their water crisis “insensitive” Tribes ask South Dakota board to stop development of oil field near Bear Butte Alaska Native healthcare organization breaks ground on new facility for growing Native population Native American college basketball player named to the WNBA Thursday April 21, 2011 U.S. Wyoming Senator holds field hearing on the Wind River Reservation Bills in Congress seek to turn national forest land over to Alaska Native corporation Canadian First Nation and German museum exchange objects to put on display Wednesday April 20, 2011 Arizona lawmakers vote on Colt Revolver as state’s firearm with objections from Navajo lawmaker First Nations dealing with one of the worst flood seasons in Manitoba, Canada in more than 100 years Leaders of newly formed National Congress of Australia’s First Peoples announced Tuesday April 19, 2011 Native Americans occupying California sacred site and park officials reach temporary agreement Senate Indian Affairs Committee to hold field hearing on Wind River Reservation on irrigation projects Alaska Native woman named to national education advisory council talks about importance of language and culture Monday April 18, 2011 Study looks at health benefits of Yup’ik Eskimo diet high in Omega-3 Two South Dakota tribes receive funds to promote healthy eating Nevada tribes receive grant to support rural entrepreneurship Friday April 15, 2011 Canada's First Nations are Being Urged to Take a More Active Role in Upcoming Federal Elections A New Documentary Shedding Light on Abuse of Children by the Church in Native Alaska Will Air on PBS The University of Oklahoma Gears up for its 97th Annual Spring Contest Powwow Thursday April 14, 2011 First Nations Leaders React to Police Use of a Taser on an Aboriginal Youth Wyoming Tribes Top the Charts on Revenue Growth in the Country Despite Declining National Indian Gaming Numbers Seasonal Floods in Canada Force Several First Nations to Evacuate Wednesday April 13, 2011 Wisconsin Tribes Urge Lawmakers to Consider the Impacts of a Proposed Mining Project Senate Indian Affairs Committee Will Consider Three Bills Connected to Indian Country South Dakota’s Black Hills State University Celebrates Native American Diversity Week Tuesday April 12, 2011 Canada’s top human rights group calling on the federal government to update Indian Act South Dakota tribal college teaming up with other institutions to encourage engineering New Mexico tribe to receive two grants to improve sewer infrastructure Cherokee Nation presenting Oklahoma school districts nearly $3 million from car tag sales Monday April 11, 2011 South Dakota tribe begins training for its substance abuse recovery program Alaska Native woman teams up with country music legend to provide books to children New Mexico Congressman introduces bill on Mescalero water rights Friday April 8, 2011 Tribal leaders defend a program that gives tribes access to federal contracting An Oklahoma tribe is recognized for how it manages its finances Thursday April 7, 2011 Candidate in Canada’s election campaign accused of making racist comments about Native people Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holding hearing on 8(a) program and Indian Country Lake Superior tribe set to get back some of its traditional homeland Wednesday April 6, 2011 Historic Indian trust case Cobell v. Salazar faces hurdle by U.S. House lawmakers Commission on Tribal Law and Order Act meeting in-person for first time First Nations prepare for spring flooding as one Manitoba community evacuates Tuesday April 5, 2011 Jesuit priests file plan in bankruptcy court which includes apologizing to Native abuse victims Wyoming Senator introduces legislation to facilitate homeownership on Indian lands New book looks at leadership of Black Hawk during battle in what’s now Wisconsin Monday April 4, 2011 New Mexico's Governor signs Native American suicide prevention bill U.S. Commerce Department awards grants to tribal communities Students compete in Oklahoma Native American language fair Herb used by Indigenous people gaining popularity as mind-altering substance Vancouver Island First Nations mark historic milestone with modern-day treaty Friday April 1, 2011 Indian Country substance use training focuses on treating individual not substance A Navajo man is named as New Mexico's Secretary of Indian Affairs U.S. Appeals Court rules only federally recognized Indians can use eagle feathers Thursday March 31, 2011 Former Indian residential school students in Canada’s north tell government commission about their experiences Symposium and exhibit of boarding schools focuses on the impact of American Indian people in the Northwest A national health survey shows counties in and around reservations continue to struggle with health concerns Wednesday March 30, 2011 Google search engine adds the Cherokee written language Native newspaper includes high school publication as part of its circulation Tuesday March 29, 2011 Navajo state legislator does not agree with proposal for Arizona’s official state firearm U.S. Senator Jon Tester announces formation of statewide Indian Crime Unit in Montana UTTC receives approval from North Dakota board to offer baccalaureate program in Elementary Education U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards more than 12 million dollars to Oklahoma tribal communities Friday March 25, 2011 First Nations hold conference on World Water Day The Longest Walk 3 makes it to New Mexico Thursday March 24, 2011 Navajo gaming official says getting later start in casino business has paid off Hundreds of seniors compete in the All Indian Game Day in New Mexico Wednesday March 23, 2011 First Nations chiefs vow transparency after criticism from Canadian Taxpayers Association New Mexico deputies begin process of cross commissioning for remote Navajo Chapter U.S. Senator Jon Tester to address tribal prosecutors from Montana's seven reservations The U.S. Mint to hold ceremony to launch 2011 One Dollar Native American Coin Tuesday March 22, 2011 Manitoba First Nation still reeling from deaths on reserve Navajo Nation breaks ground on Arizona casino project The new voice of the Rosebud reservation hits the air Monday March 21, 2011 First Nations leader apologizes after sentencing for drinking and driving Native student one of 30 to spend time this summer in Cambodia HIV considerable problem in Indian Country according to Indian Health Service Director Friday March 18, 2011 Landmark court decision updated on off-reservation hunting and fishing for northern Wisconsin tribes Native people express themselves through body art the the recent Rock the Ink tattoo festival Thursday March 17, 2011 U.S. Census data shows Native owned businesses decreased in Wyoming Mixed Martial Arts documentary premiers at tribally owned casino in New Mexico Wednesday March 16, 2011 U.S. Interior Secretary visits an Oklahoma Indian school Summit focuses on endangered Alaska Native language of Kodiak Island Alaska Native man wins 2011 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Tuesday March 15, 2011 Hopi Tribe looks to rename state park reopening this week in Arizona New chairman of U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs conducts business U.S. Colorado lawmakers introduce legislation to help Fort Lewis College Native tuition waiver Monday March 14, 2011 Havasupai Tribe voices concerns over uranium mining near Grand Canyon More Wisconsin public school students qualifying for free or reduced meal programs UND still plans to drop Fighting Sioux after state lawmakers vote to order the university to keep it Friday March 11, 2011 Alaska’s U.S. Congressional delegation responds to Native commission's request for domestic whaling legislation Wisconsin researcher looks at what makes for a successful tribal college Thursday March 10, 2011 Arizona tribe announces plan to sue the city of Flagstaff Tribes claim victory in recent Alaska court ruling First Nation's unannounced visit to Indian Affairs leads to meeting with Minister Wednesday March 9, 2011 Not all elders agree with group’s occupation of community center on South Dakota reservation Today marks 95th anniversary of Mexican Border War which included Native Americans Native musher talks about competing in 39th running of Iditarod trail sled dog race Tuesday March 8, 2011 Wisconsin tribe wants to buy land to protect effigy mounds Denver Art Museum finishes redevelopment of its Indian galleries Monday March 7, 2011 Alaska Native village to identify environmental risks with EPA grants New Mexico US Senators urge Senate leaders to continue support for two tribal colleges Red Lake YouthBuild program receives more than a million dollar grant from Labor Department Friday March 4, 2011 Snow forces Blackfeet Nation to declare State of Emergency Fort Mojave tribe files lawsuit to protect ancient maze in California Tribal leaders urge FCC officials to see communication services on tribal land firsthand Thursday March 3, 2011 Tribal leaders move forward with legislative priorities in 112th Congress FCC holds Native Nations Day at Washington, D.C. headquarters Arizona tribe receives a two million dollar grant for broadband Wednesday March 2, 2011 Ceremony held for South Dakota's first Tribal Affairs Cabinet Secretary U.S. Census shows American Indians have highest rate of intermarriage in country Flags on Navajo Nation at half-staff to honor Navajo Code Talker Joe Antonio Silversmith First Nations Child and Family Caring Society puts pressure on Canadian Human Rights Tribunal Tuesday March 1, 2011 Tribal leaders discuss priorities with Members of Congress High Court seeks further input on Osage Nation case Self-help guru's trial over sweat lodge deaths begins Monday February 28, 2011 Alaska tribe takes concerns of proposed coal mine to international audience Alaska Native woman on 21st day of fast for Native rights Former U.S. Senator and advocate for Indian issues launches policy program for Native youth Friday February 25, 2011 Native people in Montana discuss the future of buffalo Lakota youth learn history and culture during horse trail rides Thursday February 24, 2011 Former U.S. Attorney says Native American nominee to Oklahoma judicial post is well qualified Choctaw Nation signs agreement to repatriate 124 remains excavated decades ago in Mississippi Indian Arts and Crafts Board releases new intellectual property rights protection brochure Winnipeg conference examines impacts of Indian residential schools on survivors Wednesday February 23, 2011 The Battle Over the Fighting Sioux Mascot Receives a North Dakota Legislative Push Virginia Tribes Vying for Federal Recognition Get a Second Congressional Round Legislation to Allow an Alaska Native Corporation to Select National Forest Acreage is Reintroduced Tuesday February 22, 2011 A Cherokee Judge Halts Freedmen Citizenship Applications Native Students in Alaska are Encouraged to Enter the Legal Profession Legislation to Allow an Alaska Native Corporation to Select National Forest Acreage is Reintroduced Monday February 21, 2011 Alaska Native whalers seek domestic support for subsistence whaling One of two girls believed to be the first Native American conjoined twins has died Florida's Seminole Tribe honors its sole active duty military member stationed in Kuwait Friday February 18, 2011 Indian housing advocates urge lawmakers to maintain appropriations Rosebud Sioux members circulate petition to recall tribal president Groundbreaking ceremony held for Tule River wastewater project United Methodist Church donates 50,000 to Sand Creek Massacre Learning Center Thursday February 17, 2011 Seattle police officer will not face charges for shooting death of Native woodcarver North Carolina tribe’s program to tackle diabetes and obesity recognized by First Lady Wednesday February 16, 2011 White House officials address President’s 2012 budget and Indian Country HUD Secretary addresses Indian housing conference Native Americans no longer most populous minority in Oklahoma Red Lake Tribe holds Drug and Gang Summit Tuesday February 15, 2011 Interior Secretary talks about 2012 federal budget's impact on Indian Country Victims of fire on Washington reservation in need of clothing, baby items and other donations People march for missing and murdered Native women in Canada First Nation in Ontario celebrates land claim settlement Monday February 14, 2011 Fire destroys homes on Yakama reservation Key player in Abramoff lobbying scandal sentenced Rosebud Sioux Tribe plans to build National Cemetery First Nations push for fundamental change Gathering of Nations Pow Wow CD wins Grammy Friday February 11, 2011 Plans are in the works for a Native arts center in Northern Wisconsin Kivgiq Alaska Eskimo Messenger Feast is underway in Barrow Thursday February 10, 2011 Indian education advocates ask members of Congress to improve education Tribes to dedicate first Major League Baseball training center on tribal land Wednesday February 9, 2011 Native organization in South Dakota opposes Obama's support of UN Declaration Tribal leaders and federal officials developing Let's Move in Indian Country initiative Hoonah clan in Alaska to get back eight cultural objects from East Coast museum Tuesday February 8, 2011 Native corporation partners with organization to address energy crisis in Northwest Alaska Lakota organization addresses stray and roaming dog problem on Pine Ridge reservation Monday February 7, 2011 Recent report shows Aboriginal children being impacted by poverty in British Columbia Weekend weather hampers travel and closes reservation schools in Northern Plains Educators, tribal leaders and students gather in Washington, D.C. to address Indian education Friday February 4, 2011 NCAI calls for swift confirmation of Native man to U.S. District Court Blackfeet chairman looks to boost economic development for Montana tribes Tribal gaming revenues in Arizona forecast better economic times? Thousands of Canadians become eligible to receive Indian Status Thursday February 3, 2011 Louisiana tribe becomes sole U.S. distributor of Israeli company’s skin care products California tribe first tribe to benefit from new remote broadband technology Wednesday February 2, 2011 Indigenous people brace for powerful cyclone hitting Australia Weather cancels Native services and events in Chicago Flags at half-staff in honor of 91-year-old Navajo Code Talker Forest Service to hold second national listening session on Indian Sacred Sites Tuesday February 1, 2011 Bitter cold temperatures impact Northern Plains tribes Native students in Alaska school district make progress VA creates Office of Tribal Government Relations Monday January 31, 2011 Two Arizona tribes running out of options in fight against proposed shooting range UN Special Rapporteur visits tribe to investigate violence against Native women Friday January 28, 2011 Tribal leaders talk about self reliance after State of Indian Nations Judge rules South Dakota's former governor does not have to testify in lawsuit Hopi voters reject a proposed revision to their constitution BIA names Native man to Alaska Regional Office Thursday January 27, 2011 NCAI President says Indian Nations are strong Notifications begin in historic Cobell Indian trust settlement Hopi people head to polls to vote on revised constitution Wednesday January 26, 2011 Alaska Native people want greater role in federal subsistence management Study looks at preventing tooth decay among Native youth Tuesday January 25, 2011 At sentencing John Graham tells Aquash’s daughters he did not kill their mother Tribes outline priorities and expectations from Obama administration Indigenous Australians recognize Survival Day 200 years after English arrival Monday January 24, 2011 First Nation must prove existence before moving forward with land claim John Graham to be sentenced to life in prison for 1975 murder Native people share concerns about a proposed Wisconsin mine U.S. Department of Justice using new tribal grant application process Friday January 21, 2011 New South Dakota U.S. Congresswoman says she’ll work to improve Indian health care Native early childhood development supporters prepare for a New Mexico forum Thursday January 20, 2011 Republican Congressman Tom Cole says action will be taken to protect Indian health care Services are being held for the oldest Oglala Lakota member who passed away at 100 Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs recommends state recognition for two tribes Wednesday January 19, 2011 Native journalist talks about health care repeal and Indian Country Alaska Native man's film to compete at Sundance Film Festival Tuesday January 18, 2011 Alaska Native groups intend to sue federal government over polar bear plan Three Minnesota tribes to sign agreement to improve education Dentists across Minnesota to offer free dental care to children Fort Lewis College will kick-off 100th birthday with event next week Native youth participate in day of service in New Mexico Friday January 14, 2011 Change in law could impact status of Aboriginal people in Canada who married non-Aboriginals Report looks at unemployment rates among Native and non-Native people during recession Producers on reservations in South Dakota may be eligible for federal disaster loan Thursday January 13, 2011 South Dakota's new governor pledges to work with tribes Police discover mushroom growing operation on Wisconsin reservation Ilisagvik Tribal college in Alaska has new president Wednesday January 12, 2011 Ben Shelly sworn in as president of Navajo Nation Tribes take part in Colorado governor's inauguration Native American leader appointed to California State Board of Education Seattle police officer who fatally shot Native man testifies in inquest Tuesday January 11, 2011 Alaska Statewide Suicide Prevention Council releases annual report Supreme Court dismisses case involving New York tribe Cultural center planners to meet with tribal and church officials about human remains Arizona tribal leader says society has become far too violent and stresses working together to stop tragic acts Monday January 10, 2011 Tohono O'odham Chairman says tribe praying for long-time friend Congresswoman Giffords South Dakota tribes receive continued financial support from Minnesota tribe for economic development Friday January 7, 2011 Native telecommunications expert says more federal support needed to connect Indian Country to Internet The Cherokee language is featured on Apple iPhone and iPod Three Affiliated Tribes leader delivers address to North Dakota state lawmakers California Native American commission asks county to halt work on Mexican-American center after remains found Thursday January 6, 2011 Two tribes may disagree as Arizona congressional districts are redrawn South Dakota’s attorney general wants to block tribe’s request before going to trial North Dakota state lawmakers consider proposal to treat vandalism as a hate crime A ceremony is planned to launch the new One Dollar Native American Coin Wednesday January 5, 2011 Record flooding in Queensland, Australia impacts Aboriginal people Transportation project will help reinstate wild rice beds in northeastern Wisconsin South Dakota effort helped with one of the most accurate counts of Native Americans in state history Tuesday January 4, 2011 The Canadian military plans to apologize to the Mohawk Warrior Society South Dakota school district receives grant to address recovery efforts after multiple suicides Website launched to help people learn an Alaska Native language that has died out Monday January 3, 2011 Plans are in the works to create a new cabinet position to focus on tribes in South Dakota A member of the new federal Tribal Law and Order Commission talks about the importance of the commission Senator Dorgan releases his report on the investigation into the Indian Health Service Aberdeen Area
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