(MUSCOGEE RESERVATION) The hum of sewing machines and the rhythm of laughter fill the room as 12- to 18-year-olds gathered to learn a skill rooted in culture, creativity, and community. Launched in 2014, the Mvskoke Nation Youth Services Project (MNYS) is the driving force behind “Connect the Disconnect”, a program
Native Commerce News is sponsored by the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Oklahoma (AICCO), dedicated to expanding Indian Country commerce across the globe. Written By: Rachael Schuit (OKLAHOMA) Leadership Native Oklahoma (LNO) is the signature program for the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Oklahoma (AICCO). On Monday August
(TULSA, Okla.) Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols and Tribal leaders are responding after Governor Kevin Stitt filed an emergency motion to prevent the City of Tulsa from entering into a settlement agreement with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Stitt submitted the filing to the Oklahoma Supreme Court on August 20. “I was
(OKLAHOMA) – Oklahoma House representatives are launching interim studies on topics important to their districts and constituents. Freshman Rep. Mandy Clinton (D-District 71) secured approval for two studies, focusing on state-Tribal relations and the impact of data center expansion on Oklahoma’s water and power grid. “As I spoke to folks
(MIAMI, Okla.) “EPA… won’t you come and take the chat piles away… so we can swim, fish, and play…” A chorus of LEAD Summer Campers sings out the end of their “Save Our Creek” documentary, produced in the summer of 2024. It’s a bittersweet folk song with a
(MUSCOGEE RESERVATION) The 73rd Annual Tulsa Powwow returned August 16 and 17, 2025, taking place at the Arvest Convention Center at 100 Civic Center. Hosted by the Tulsa Indian Club, the Tulsa Powwow welcomed dancers and visitors from across Oklahoma and beyond. Tulsa Indian Club chairman David Bible says organizing
This story was updated on August 12 to include additional information about the UKB's FOIA request process. (OKLAHOMA) Tribal officials from the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians are demanding the retraction of a proposed U.S. Senate measure they say infringes on their tribal sovereignty and economic
(OKLAHOMA) Two Native-owned powerhouses specializing in infrastructure, engineering, environmental services, civil construction, and program and grant management are uniting as one. Grey Snow Native Strategies unites Grey Snow Professional Services, a Tribal-owned SBA 8(a) firm and economic engine of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska, and Native Strategies,
Native Commerce News is sponsored by the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Oklahoma (AICCO), dedicated to expanding Indian Country commerce across the globe. Written By: Rachael Schuit (MUSCOGEE RESERVATION) In less than a month, the Gathering Business Summit 2025 will convene at River Spirit Casino and Resort. This year’
(MARSHALL, Mich.) July 25, 2025 marks 15 years since one of the largest inland oil spills in history. On July 25, 2010, Enbridge’s Line 6B Pipeline ruptured, spilling oil into Talmadge Creek and eventually into the Kalamazoo River. More than one million gallons of tar sands oil were released.
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Photo of Ledcie Stechi with her grandmother, provided by Richard Johnston, author of Choctaw Woman - Mela Comes Home During the first part of the 20th century in Oklahoma, many Indigenous minors were placed under guardians, who managed their estates and resources. A group of investigators believed they had a
(MUSCOGEE RESERVATION) In a society where Native American culture is often overlooked, one group is taking an innovative approach to connect with Native Americans and share Native culture. On June 23-25, Michelle Reed (Ojibwe) of N8V Dance Fitness traveled to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to offer free community fitness and cultural maker