By Judy Weeks BIG CYPRESS — As the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum celebrated its 15th anniversary on Aug. 21, the Seminoles celebrated a victory for the preservation of their history and culture. Reflecting on the last 15 years shows extensive growth in programs, collections, exhibits, educational opportunities, resource materials and collaboration within the Museum

HOLLYWOOD — Steve Osceola has spent his entire life in construction. He grew up going to construction sites with his father, Max Osceola Sr., who had his own construction company. As a young boy, Osceola knew he wanted to follow his father’s example, and he has achieved that goal. Since

By Andrea Holata FORT PIERCE — Although Tropical Storm Isaac hovered nearby, the Fort Pierce community didn’t let it dampen their spirits on Aug. 25. Fort Pierce and other Tribal reservations joined together at the Chupco Youth Ranch for their first fun day event. The Chupco Youth Ranch sponsored the event, while

By Christine McCall HOLLYWOOD — On Sept. 1, newly hatched African spurred tortoise "Oakley" was found crawling around in the tortoise habitat at the Seminole Okalee Indian Village located in Seminole Paradise. After the only female tortoise laid her eggs six months ago, wildlife staff believed that the eggs were infertile. By

BIG CYPRESS — A radio host entertains and informs but rarely provides inspiration for an artist. Marty Bowers, however, was motivated to explore photography because his favorite radio personality, Howard Stern, found a new hobby. Bowers’ interest in photography grew into a serious passion, and he has found success doing something

By Andrea Holata BIG CYPRESS — In a collaborative effort, the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum of Florida International University presented the "Reflections across Time: Seminole Portraits" exhibit at the Big Cypress Reservation. Bridging together more than 150 years of Seminole history, the exhibit features the