Caitlin Cosby’s path to becoming a doctor started in a college anatomy course. Her professor recognized her love for science and encouraged her to pursue medicine as a career. She eventually found a medical school that seemed like the perfect fit for her: a brand-new college of osteopathic medicine next to the Cherokee Nation hospital […]
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Native plant-eating beetles should soon make an appearance in Georgia
Spring season means warm weather, flowers blooming and a visit from the plant eating green June beetle. “They begin to appear around late May, early June depending on where you are in the state,” said Will Hudson, extension entomologist and professor for the Department of Entomology at the University of Georgia. “Where they’re likely to […]
Proposal for RV resort at former site of Alaska Native hospital gains support, criticism
May 16—An idea to build an RV resort on the grounds of the former Alaska Native Medical Center on the east edge of downtown Anchorage is drawing support from neighborhood groups as a municipal economic development agency moves it forward. Neighborhood advocates say they’re fed up with the homeless encampments that have existed at the […]
U.S. Senator demands Commanders honor Native American family
RFK, the former home of the then-Washington Redskins, was in the news again Wednesday. A U.S. Senate subcommittee met regarding the administration of RFK being transferred to the city (Washington) from the National Park Service. However, Republican Steve Daines of Montana spoke up, saying he represents his constituents in Montana: “I’m here representing a voice […]
National Native American Hall of Fame Announces the 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees
The National Native American Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the six outstanding individuals receiving induction into the 2024 Hall of Fame class. The 2024 National Native American Hall of Fame class’s contributions to Indian Country span disciplines such as government, law, journalism, education, advocacy and the arts. They will be honored at a gala on […]
York native launches ‘better for you’ cookie brand
YORK, Maine — A York native has launched a new online cookie business, mailing batches of gluten-free and vegan goodies across the country to promote a healthy alternative. Addison Labonte said she was desperate to live a normal life when doctors told her she had a devastating condition called Compartment Syndrome. A former Division 1 college soccer […]
Proposed settlement is first step in securing Colorado River water for 3 Native American tribes
LEUPP, Ariz. (AP) — A proposed water rights settlement for three Native American tribes that carries a price tag larger than any such agreement enacted by Congress took a significant step forward late Monday with introduction in the Navajo Nation Council. The Navajo Nation has one of the largest single outstanding claims in the Colorado […]
Harris utters a profanity in advice to young Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders
FILE – Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign event in Elkins Park, Pa., May 8, 2024. Harris on Monday, May 13, used a profanity while offering advice to young Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders about how to break down barriers at the the annual Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies […]
Native News Weekly (May 12, 2024): D.C. Briefs
WASHINGTON — In addition to articles already covered by Native News Online, here is a roundup of other news released from Washington, D.C. that impacts Indian Country recently. Legislation Introduced to Assist Tribes Access Tax Programs On Thursday, U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI) and David Schweikert (R-AZ) introduced the Tribal Tax Investment and Reform Act, legislation […]
Getting ready to plant a wildflower garden? Try using these native plants in northwest Pa.
Choosing which plants to use in a garden can be made taking into account a variety of factors. Which wildflowers are native to the northwest Pennsylvania region? Which plants are considered invasive? Ernst Conservation Center horticulturist Mark Fiely has discovered many benefits of planting native plants throughout his career. He also serves on Penn State’s […]
Sixth tribal nation bans Noem for comments on cartels, Native children
The Yankton Sioux Tribal Headquarters in Wagner. (John Hult/South Dakota Searchlight) Six of the nine Native American tribes in South Dakota have now voted to ban Gov. Kristi Noem from their lands. The Yankton Sioux Tribe Business and Claims Committee voted unanimously on Friday to ban the governor, citing her comments about drug cartels, Native […]