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Bacone College: A Legacy Lost but Not Forgotten log Post
Discover the powerful legacy and painful closure of Bacone College—home to Native art, healing, and education. A story of resilience, culture, and the call to preserve what remains. ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee News &Native News
June 01, 2025•5 min read
Whistleblower’s Verdict Nullified: The Long Fight of David Comingdeer
David Comingdeer won his whistleblower case—then lost it. A historic jury verdict overturned. What does it mean for justice in the Cherokee Nation? An exclusive from Cherokee 411. ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee News
May 23, 2025•6 min read
EBCI’s Chief Michell Hicks Receives SCC Distinguished Alumni Award — Congratulations from Cherokee 411!
EBCI’s Chief Michell Hicks named SCC’s 2025 Distinguished Alumnus for leadership, service, and launching job training programs for Cherokee citizens. Congratulations from Cherokee 411! ...more
Cherokee News
May 23, 2025•1 min read
New UKB Gaming Compact Heads to Washington for Final ApprovalBlog Post
The United Keetoowah Band’s gaming compact heads to the U.S. Department of the Interior—bringing their long-awaited Tahlequah casino one step closer to reopening. Approval expected within 45 days. ...more
Cherokee News
May 21, 2025•1 min read
UKB Seeks to Reopen Casino in Tahlequah, Submits Gaming Compact for Federal Approval
The United Keetoowah Band submits a gaming compact to reopen its Tahlequah casino. If approved, it marks a major step toward economic growth and tribal self-determination. ...more
Cherokee News
May 09, 2025•2 min read
Trump Proposal Would Slash Funding for Native American Abuse Investigations
Trump's 2025 campaign plan proposes cutting funding for Native abuse investigations, sparking backlash from tribal leaders who warn it threatens protections for vulnerable Native children. ...more
Cherokee News ,Native News
May 05, 2025•2 min read
EBCI Leadership Visits Raleigh to Advocate for Tribal Priorities
EBCI leaders, led by Principal Chief Michell Hicks, visited Raleigh to advocate for tribal priorities including healthcare, cultural preservation, and stronger government-to-government ties. ...more
Cherokee News
May 01, 2025•1 min read
Federal Approval Restores UKB’s Right to Operate Casino in Tahlequah
The UKB regained the right to operate a casino after receiving federal approval from the NIGC, marking a major win for tribal sovereignty and economic development in Tahlequah. ...more
Cherokee News
May 01, 2025•1 min read
