It was described as the largest concert on Earth to usher in the new millennium. An estimated 80,000 people with traffic jams that stretched miles and lasted hours. “Psychedelic gridlock” is how Tribune reporter Peter Gallagher described the congestion in a story. And it all happened on the Big
STOF, Hard Rock team up with Big Kenny to help charity
HOLLYWOOD — Multi-platinum selling artist Big Kenny of Big & Rich joined the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood for a fundraising event celebration to benefit Operation HeartF.E.L.T. feeding children in Florida. Through the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and Hard Rock Heals Foundation,
Rod Stewart returns to Hard Rock Live in February
HOLLYWOOD — Rod Stewart returns to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Feb. 23, at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $380, $230, $155, $105 and $85. All seats are reserved and available at all Ticketmaster outlets online at www.myhrl.com and www.ticketmaster.com. In 2020, Stewart will
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“To Never Say Good-by” I tried to forget, but the forget won’t let go, a heart that once knew love now grows very cold. From a distance I watched you grow, ambitious, loving and daring. My little girl you’ll always be, my love for you I hope you see. These
Alligator wrestling history comes to Stranahan House
FORT LAUDERDALE — On Nov. 19, Everett Osceola, cultural ambassador for the Seminole Tribe and alligator wrestler, was the guest speaker at the Stranahan House in Fort Lauderdale for the organization’s monthly “History Happy Hour.” He gave a presentation on the history of alligator wrestling. Though alligator wrestling is a staple in
Florida State thrives in special Native American heritage uniforms
NAIG unveils brand identity for 2020 Games
HALIFAX, N.S., Canada — The 2020 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) has announced the official brand identity for the games, featuring the work of Mi’kmaw artist Melissa Sue Labrador. From July 12-18, NAIG 2020 will be held in Kjipuktuk (Halifax, Canada) and Millbrook First Nation and is slated to be the
Curtis Osceola steps up for OKC basketball
The Oklahoma City University men’s basketball team, which includes Seminole Tribe of Florida member Curtis Osceola, reached the holiday break with a 7-3 record. Osceola, a 6-foot junior guard from Anadarko, Oklahoma, has seen increased playing time compared to previous seasons. He has appeared in seven games and is
EIRA’s new season set to start in February
The 2020 Eastern Indian Rodeo Association season is slated to start Feb. 1 with the annual Betty Mae Jumper Memorial Rodeo at the Hollywood Reservation Rodeo Arena. Rodeo action will continue in Hollywood on Feb. 8 for the annual Bill Osceola Memorial INFR Tour Rodeo. Other rodeos on the tentative
NABI to launch own uniform brand
PHOENIX — The Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI), whose major sponsors include the Seminole Tribe of Florida, will launch its own brand of sports apparel in 2020. During the last few years the brand has become a source of funding for the 501(c)(3) non-profit with an annual increase of 25%. NABI Nation