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Welcome to Cherokee 411, your trusted source for Cherokee news and updates from across the Cherokee Nation, the UKB (United Keetoowah Band), and the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians). We bring you the latest in tribal news, Cherokee business, community stories, and developments in Native health and wellness. From cultural preservation to economic growth, we highlight key topics that matter to the Cherokee people and beyond. Stay informed on issues impacting our communities with timely and relevant Native news—connecting tradition, progress, and people.

OPINION: Claremore Indian Hospital Must Remain a Hospital, Not a Political Trophy

OPINION: Claremore Indian Hospital Must Remain a Hospital, Not a Political TrophyBy: Cara Cowan Watts Published on: 24/07/2025

Opinion: Cherokee Nation’s takeover of Claremore Indian Hospital strips critical services from 128,000 patients. Our people deserve a real hospital—not a downgrade or political trophy.

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OPINION: Claremore Indian Hospital Must Remain a Hospital, Not a Political Trophy

Internal Email Reveals Cost Dispute Behind Cherokee Nation’s Decision to Drop IPAs

Internal Email Reveals Cost Dispute Behind Cherokee Nation’s Decision to Drop IPAsBy: Cara Cowan Watts Published on: 13/06/2025

Cherokee 411 reveals internal emails confirming no IPA agreements for Claremore staff—putting 400+ jobs at risk. Cara breaks down the cost dispute and what it means for the community.

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Internal Email Reveals Cost Dispute Behind Cherokee Nation’s Decision to Drop IPAs

Cherokee Nation Rejects IPA Agreements — What That Means for Claremore Indian Hospital Employees

Cherokee Nation Rejects IPA Agreements — What That Means for Claremore Indian Hospital EmployeesBy: Cara Cowan Watts Published on: 13/06/2025

CLAREMORE, Okla. — More than 400 employees at Claremore Indian Hospital have been told their jobs will end on Oct. 1, 2025, after the Cherokee Nation declined to offer Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) agreements as it assumes control of the facility from the federal Indian Health Service.

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Cherokee Nation Rejects IPA Agreements — What That Means for Claremore Indian Hospital Employees

Statement by Cara Cowan Watts: Claremore Indian Hospital Should Remain a Hospital

Statement by Cara Cowan Watts: Claremore Indian Hospital Should Remain a HospitalBy: Cara Cowan Watts Published on: 12/06/2025

Statement by Cara Cowan Watts: Claremore Indian Hospital Should Remain a Hospital

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Statement by Cara Cowan Watts: Claremore Indian Hospital Should Remain a Hospital