The fourth Friday in September, what has become known as Indian Day, has been set aside by the Seminole Tribe of Florida – along with many other tribes across the country – to honor and celebrate Native Americans as the first occupants of this great nation. On Indian Day, it doesn’t

By Judy Weeks NAPLES — Naples community members gathered with their children on the boat dock of a local marina on Sept. 3 to embark on a day of fun on the water in celebration of the end of summer vacation and the beginning of the new school year and Labor

By Chris C. Jenkins HOLLYWOOD — Tribal citizen Everett Osceola, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum community outreach specialist, shed light on one of the most important and controversial aspects of the Seminoles’ legacy in the latest Seminole Moments series presentation on Aug. 19. The Tribal Headquarters Auditorium once again hosted the discussion for Tribal employees

By Judy Weeks IMMOKALEE — "Dreams can come true!" exclaimed Tribal citizen Randee Osceola when she was crowned National American Miss Florida Pre-Teen Cover Girl at the state pageant on July 23. She comprised one of approximately 250 entrants in the three-day event hosted at the Orlando Hyatt Hotel & Resort.   The

By Chris C. Jenkins HOLLYWOOD — The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) made its first appearance in Seminole Country as part of a two-day opportunity to promote the growth and development of Native businesses. The multifaceted event featured corporate entities, Tribal leaders and Indian businesses with an American Indian

By Chris C. Jenkins COCONUT CREEK — Although known for its 1,500 gaming machines and 20 blackjack tables, the Seminole Casino of Coconut Creek does more than offer the community a place to play Las-Vegas-style slots and Texas Hold ‘em. The casino also hosts charity events to benefit local nonprofit organizations,

By Chris C. Jenkins HOLLYWOOD — Seminole Media Productions Broadcasting division staple, the Seminole Channel Show, has undergone a makeover of sorts for its viewers. New Tribal reporters Miranda Motlow of the Tampa Reservation and Stephen Billie of the Hollywood Reservation will have the opportunity to fill some big shoes, replacing popular,

RENO, Nev. — A Seminole Tribe of Florida resolution promoting the addition of an American Indian figure to the Three Servicemen Vietnam Memorial on the Washington, D.C. Mall was defeated by Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) voters during the VVA’s national convention at the Silver Legacy Resort, Aug. 15-21. Ten days