Tag: Tribal

Tribal Citizen Barton Cartwright Portrait Artwork To Be Hung In The Borough Hall Of Somerville New Jersey

by Wesley Boone | Feb 22, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Historic Preservation, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0

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.

Tribal Youth Signs To Play Football For Southwestern College

by Wesley Boone | Feb 1, 2023 | 2023, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0

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.

Frontline Heroes: Tribal Citizen Eric Lopez Retires From Firefighter Duties

by Wesley Boone | Feb 1, 2023 | 2023, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0

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

Calling All Tribal Youth Making an Impact in Their Communities!

by Wesley Boone | Jan 26, 2023 | 2023, News | 0

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

Oklahoma Municipal League Hosts First Tribal Symposium

by Wesley Boone | Jan 26, 2023 | 2023, Historic Preservation, News | 0

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.

Biden Pledges New Commitments, Respect For Tribal Nations

by Wesley Boone | Dec 21, 2022 | 2022, Executive Committee, Government Relations, News | 0

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.

Tribal Spotlight: Luke Brennan

by Wesley Boone | Dec 21, 2022 | 2022, News | 0

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.

Introducing The 22’-23’ Tribal Princess: Serenitee McCasland & Her Accomplishments

by Wesley Boone | Dec 21, 2022 | 2022, Delaware Nation Princess, News | 0

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.

2022 NAFOA Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference

by Wesley Boone | Dec 21, 2022 | 2022, News | 0

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.

Tribal Citizen Visits Homelands in Pennsylvania

by Wesley Boone | Dec 21, 2022 | 2022, Cultural Preservation, Historic Preservation, News | 0

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.