BIG CYPRESS — Tribal members and Florida residents and visitors have a popular option back – an escape from the city to enjoy the great outdoors. The spot is right in the midst of the Everglades on the Big Cypress Reservation. The tribe announced Oct. 26 that the Big Cypress RV
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Deb Haaland still in running for Interior cabinet post
Even with the history of a record-number of Native Americans elected to Congress on Nov. 3, another milestone might happen soon. President-elect Joe Biden has continued to name members of his forthcoming Cabinet. Some positions have yet to be filled, like secretary of the Department of the Interior. Several national media outlets
Seminole art on display at ‘Circle of Unity’ exhibit
FORT LAUDERDALE — History Fort Lauderdale marked the occasion of National Native American History Month in November to highlight the contributions of local Native American artists. The “Circle of Unity” mixed media fine art exhibit launched Nov. 9 and will be on display through Jan. 12, 2021. History Fort Lauderdale is part
Willie Johns remembered for service, love of history
Native American connection to Everglades featured online
The Seminole Tribe has always understood the importance of the Everglades to life past and present. Now that two recent lists have noted that bond, perhaps others will understand it a little better as well. The U.S. Department of the Interior published a list of “10 public lands with powerful Native
Bristol voters give green light to new Hard Rock casino
First Native American U.S. Poet Laureate appointed to third term
U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo speaks at the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki-Museum’s lecture series Nov. 22, 2019, in Big Cypress. (Beverly Bidney photo) The first Native American U.S. Poet Laureate will serve a third consecutive term. The Library of Congress announced Nov. 19 the appointment of Joy Harjo (Muscokee (Creek) Nation), who has already served
Army Corps to hold meeting Nov. 20 on Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual
Map of Lake Okeechobee and the surrounding area. (ontheworldmap.com) The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, announced Tuesday that the next Project Delivery Team (PDT) meeting for the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM) will be held Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Due to Covid-19 restrictions
Jim Shore recognized for career achievement in legal work
Seminole Tribe of Florida General Counsel Jim Shore accepts the Government Attorney of the Year Award for 2020 from the American Bar Association Section on Environment, Energy and Resources during a virtual fall conference in October 2020. (ABA/YouTube) HOLLYWOOD – Seminole Tribe of Florida General Counsel Jim Shore has received
Hollywood Indian Day contests put talent on display
For full contest results, see the Oct. 30, 2020, print edition of the Seminole Tribune. Photos were provided by Martin Ebenhack and Carlos Fuentes of Seminole Media Productions. Donna Frank - 1st place Bakets (60+) Tasha Osceola - 1st place Seminole Clothing (18-35) Courtney Osceola - 1st place Patchwork (18-35) Loretta Micco - 1st place