RAED Announcement
ATTENTION ADULT TRIBAL CITIZENS: The Annual RAED checks will mail out today, March 24, 2023. Your checks should arrive soon! Wanìshi.
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DNI Sponsors OKCIC TURTLE Camp
In July, DNI was honored to sponsor the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic’s (OKCIC) Teaching Urban Roads to Lifestyle & Exercise (TURTLE) camp.
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Ribbon Skirt Making Classes Conclude
Ribbon Skirt Making Classes were held and hosted at the Cultural Preservation building Tuesday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 PM (CST), February 21 – March 14, 2023, instructed by Brenda Villalba.
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Introducing Black Beaver Medical Supply
There aren’t many opportunities to spend quality time with tribal citizens, and I was honored to meet Alfred Richard Molina, a descendant of Black Beaver! “Richard” is a pastor, Vietnam veteran of two tours, respiratory therapist, entrepreneur, and property owner dedicated to serving Native Americans through service and precision production occupations. His wife, Trudy Molina (Potawatomi), shares the same passion. She has spent many years in special education and loves serving others. Together, they plan to open a food & clothing pantry to serve the community!
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Updates From The Historic Preservation Office
The Historic Preservation Department is underway with the digitization of artifacts and archives. Archivist, Billie Anderson, has digitized over 500 archival files in our collection thus far and is now in the process of digitizing material objects.
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Delaware Nation Administration On Aging Hosts Elders Christmas Party
Delaware Nation’s Administration on Aging Department hosted an Elders Christmas party where participants arrived to receive a delicious Holiday meal served by Tribal staff.
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Donation Helps Mission Elementary Meet Their ‘UnFundraiser’ Goal
On behalf of Delaware Nation, President Deborah Dotson was delighted to deliver a donation check for $4,800 to Mission Elementary, accepted by Principal Leah Bauman. The donation will grant Mission Elementary staff the funding needed to meet their UnFundraiser goal to provide a better learning experience by upgrading and creating more ways to increase student activity.
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Local Resident Gives To Children’s Health Foundation
Woodward resident Willard Thomas generously donated $25,000 to Children’s Health Foundation.
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Native Drum & Song Classes Were A Success
Delaware Nation Cultural Preservation Department hosted Native Song & Dance Classes during October – December 2022, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM (CST), with the class concluding on the evening of December 15, 2022, instructed by Michael Meeks II & Jimmy Reeder.
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Women’s History Month: Honoring Janice Maddox
Janice maintains interests that are vital to the well-being of Delaware Nation citizens. Her position and responsibilities cannot be shared, thus making her resilient in achieving goals that better everyone under the nation’s umbrella. Janice always thoroughly examines all aspects of every decision she makes assuring operations run smoothly. Her eye for detail is sharp and true.
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2023 RAED Plan Distribution NOTICE
The Revenue Allocation Economic Development (RAED) plan distribution will mail out soon. Please ensure Enrollment has your correct address on file to receive the per capita check without delay. Wanìshi!
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Women’s History Month: Honoring Linda Sue Poolaw
March is Women’s History Month. This month Delaware Nation will be dedicated to honoring and highlighting strong Lenape women. We’ll be sharing about these influential Delaware women throughout the month!
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DNI Stakeholder Meeting
If you would like to attend please email your name and Delaware Nation Roll Number to info@DNlgov.com by March 21, 2023. Once your information is verified, you will receive an email with the zoom information and the access code.
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Elders Valentines Celebration Brings Happiness And Love
Valentine’s Day is back! Loving joy filled the halls of the Administration on Aging building during a celebration for elders 60 and older. Participants arrived to sign in and were served a delicious Italian spaghetti meal with tasty treats and a chocolate fountain for dipping fruit and marshmallows. Director Wyndi Caraker and her team of Tribal coworkers catered to the guests then Wyndi hosted a game of Bingo where several winners hand-selected great prizes!
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Choctaw Artist Honors Delaware Nation Once Again
Native American Choctaw artist DG Smalling honors Delaware Nation once again through his incredible fine art skills with an illustration of the Wolf featured in the design of Coaquannock in acrylic. The top right-hand corner of the map’s border is where you can find the Wolf design that filled Mr. Smalling with artistic inspiration.
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Graduation Stole Request Forms Are Available
Delaware Nation Graduation Stoles are now being offered to enrolled tribal citizens graduating in the year 2023. If you are a graduating High School or College senior and would like to request a Delaware Nation Stole, please complete the following information and provide the required documents.
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Broadband Internet Subsidy Available For 1,000 Delaware Nation Households
To subsidize Broadband Internet Service for approximately 1,000 Delaware Nation households up to the 100% medium income level for two years. A $65 monthly payment to Tribal households will be dispersed in a 6-month payment. With validation of 3 months of paid internet bills, an additional 18-month payment can be issued to the same household.
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Tribal Citizen Barton Cartwright Portrait Artwork To Be Hung In The Borough Hall Of Somerville New Jersey
Tribal Citizen Barton Standing Elk Cartwright Sr. is once again making strides in spreading Delaware Nation’s culture and awareness to the Northeast region of the Country. Artist John Guarneri has been commissioned to colorize a portrait of Mr. Cartwright Sr. drawn by Harold Willard, a native veteran who served in the Navy, that will be displayed on the wall of the Borough Hall of Somerville, New Jersey.
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Tribal Spotlight: New Hope Fire Department Chief Eric Lopez
A recent front line hero story got me thinking of how well and proactive the local township, community, and fire departments have been during these uncertain times. Today, we recognize the 25 years of service Eric Lopez has completed as a volunteer firefighter and chief for New Hope Fire Department.
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Delaware Nation Election Committee Official Announcement: List of June 17, 2023 Election Candidates
Attention Delaware Nation Members: The following candidates have been deemed eligible by the Election Committee to run for office
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Notice From The Election Committee
Pursuant to Article 7 Section 5 of the Delaware Nation Constitution, and Section 401 K of the Delaware Nation Election Ordinance, the election of Committee Person #2 was canceled as the position was unopposed.
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Tribal Youth Signs To Play Football For Southwestern College
After a week of nasty winter weather and more on the way, a scholarship signing ceremony was held at the foyer within Anadarko High School to honor tribal citizen and senior, Brayden Lemos.
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Frontline Heroes: Tribal Citizen Eric Lopez Retires From Firefighter Duties
ANADARKO, OK — Tribal Citizen and Fire Chief, Eric Lopez, retired from 25 years of commitment to the New Hope Fire Association. Eric is honored for a job well done in maintaining a smooth operation and is loved by those who work alongside him. Eric’s dedication to the fire department, the communities he served, and his fellow firefighters have been unwavering. Wanìshi, Eric!
By Public Relations Officer Wesley Boone
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Tribal Spotlight: Brayden Lemos
Tribal Citizen & Anadarko Highschool Senior, Brayden Lemos, is committing to play football for Southwestern College today at 9:30 AM (CST) at Anadarko High School!
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Delaware Nation Gift Shop Is Open To Serve
The gift shop is under the guidance of the Historic Preservation Office Department and welcomes all to come and browse.
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Calling All Tribal Youth Making an Impact in Their Communities!
The upcoming FY23 General Council theme will be Delaware Nation Tribal Youth Making an Impact in Their Communities, thus allowing the tribe to honor those making great strides on their path to success
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Oklahoma Municipal League Hosts First Tribal Symposium
On Monday, January 23rd, the Oklahoma Municipal League in partnership with the Fort Sill Apache Tribe and the City of Lawton hosted the first in a series of meetings called Sovereignty and Cities, United Strength. OML and the municipalities they represent are interested in forming stronger relationships with the Tribal Nations in their areas.
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Join Us On January 19, 2023 For Turquoise Thursday
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) women are nearly twice as likely to develop cervical cancer compared to White women. Cervical cancer can be prevented and is curable if found early. Turquoise Thursday is a national cervical cancer awareness campaign created by AICAF for AI/AN communities. The aim of Turquoise Thursday is to increase awareness about the importance of cervical cancer screening and encourage all women to stay up to date on cancer screenings. We invite people of all ages to join us in raising awareness of cervical cancer in Indian country by wearing turquoise clothing and/or jewelry and sharing photos on social media using the hashtag #TurquoiseThursday. This is a national campaign on a digital platform so community members are welcome to participate from anywhere!
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The Flannel & Frost Christmas Party Brings Citizens Together For Holiday Cheer
Tribal citizens gathered in a festive celebration Saturday to welcome the holidays with food, prizes, and gifts for the children! Participants signed in at the registration table to receive a raffle ticket, a t-shirt, and a goodies bag, from Delaware Nation Staff.
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Biden Pledges New Commitments, Respect For Tribal Nations
President Joe Biden on Wednesday pledged to give Native Americans a stronger voice in federal affairs, promising at the first in-person summit on tribal affairs in six years that he will bolster tribal consultations, inclusion of Indigenous knowledge in decision-making and funding for communities struggling with the impacts of climate change.
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Tribal Spotlight: Luke Brennan
Delaware Nation is proud to officially introduce professional soccer player Luke Brennan, a 17-year-old Lenape athlete that is proud of his Native heritage & his Country. Luke Brennan currently plays for Atlanta United 2 in Atlanta GA and was recently called up to attend the USMNT U19 National camp in July 2022 in California.
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Introducing The 22’-23’ Tribal Princess: Serenitee McCasland & Her Accomplishments
Hè, kulamalsi hàch? Hello, How are you? My name is Serenitee McCasland and I am a sophomore at Anadarko High School. I plan to go into the zoological veterinarian field and attend the University of Oklahoma. I am very honored to represent my family and tribe at the events I have attended.
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The Elders Turkey Giveaway Was A Success
ANADARKO, OK — Delaware Nation hosted an elder’s turkey giveaway event in the Administration...
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2022 NAFOA Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference
NAFOA is proud to present Chief Mutáwi Mutáhash (Many Hearts) Marilynn “Lynn” Malerba with the 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award. She became the 18th Chief of the Mohegan Tribe and is the first female Chief in the tribe’s modern history.
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Tribal Citizen Climbs His Way Into The Ranks Of Hollywood As He Pursues Film Acting Career
Tribal Citizen Zachary Hokeah has been officially active in small films since 2017 and portrays Native roles where he can exercise dramatic acting, martial arts, and combat training to nail his parts.
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Tribal Member Owned ‘Native Smoke Barbeque’ To Be Featured In Episode of Discover Oklahoma TV
Tribal Citizen Phillips Giles and his business Native Smoke Barbeque were interviewed by Discover Oklahoma TV! The episode will be posted soon! Stay tuned.
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Trick Or Treat Event Bringing Native American Students Together For Halloween Fun & Treats
Delaware Nation hosted a Trick or Treat Event at the tribal complex for the community youth in lieu of Halloween. Departments passed out candy to Riverside Indian School students & more who were all dressed to impress!
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Freedom Riders Christmas for Kids 19th Year Benefit Run
Stan Moss of the OKC Freedom Riders expressed how the organization greatly appreciated President Dotson’s time Saturday, October 23, 2022, and for the ICW donation that is soon to come. Stan, alongside the Freedom Riders, presented a $1,000 donation check for a good cause to President Dotson and was assisted by the Gold River Casino Players Club.
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MIPPA Fall Fest Outreach & Health Walk Event Invokes Healthy Lifestyles
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, Delaware Nation Administration on Aging (AOA) & the Community Health Representative (CHR) joined forces to host a successful Health event for the Fall season, in the AOA building within the Tribal complex, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (CST).
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Affordable Connectivity Program – Helping Households Connect
Today, WCD WIC Program announced it is working to help build awareness about the Affordable Connectivity Program, a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program.
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Get Your Child Tax Credit!
The American Rescue Plan expanded the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and other tax credits to help families with no or low incomes, but as many as four million families are at risk of missing out on money their family could really use.
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Delaware Nation Hosted A Job Fair With On-Spot Interviews
Delaware Nation hosted a job fair in the Courtroom, that included Directors from departments that were needing to fill vacant positions. Several applicants arrived, eager to fill out their paperwork, present their resumes and conduct one-on-one interviews with Directors and Human Resources.
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Tribal Citizen Visits Homelands in Pennsylvania
Tribal Citizen Patricia & her husband, Rod Schoenmaker, venture away from their cozy community in Anadarko, Oklahoma, to visit Pennsylvania. Patricia & Rod brought a copy of the Anadarko Daily Newspaper with them to present to the Museum of Indian Culture located in Allentown.
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Executive Committee Autograph Honorary Artwork By Choctaw Nation Artist DG Smalling
Choctaw Nation artist DG Smalling painted an incredible illustration of the Turtle concept used on the historic map that displays the Philadelphia region known as Coaquannock, “Grove of Tall Pines” as first seen by the settlers and confirms the existence of the Delaware people before contact.
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Delaware Nation Re-Established THPO Status with the National Park Services and US Department of Interior
Delaware Nation is proud to announce that as of December 2022, we have officially re-established our Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO) status with the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior.
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ICDBG-ARP Grant Citizen Participation Survey Available
Delaware Nation has received the ICDBG-ARP Grant. Please assist us by answering the Citizen Participation Survey!
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A Proclamation on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, 2022
Delaware Nation offices will be CLOSING at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23, and CLOSED Thursday, November 24, & Friday, November 25, 2022, in observance of National Native American Recognition Day.
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Delaware Nation Facilities Department Has *Straw* Bales For Sale
Delaware Nation Facilities Department Has Hay Bales For Sale!
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Common Questions That The Dr. Per Cap Program Has Answered
Ask Dr. Per Cap is a program funded by First Nations Development Institute with assistance from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. For more information, visit www.firstnations.org. To send a question to Dr. Per Cap, email askdrpercap@firstnations.org.
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