PHOTO: Navajo Nation Council delegates start summer session
Council delegates and others arrive Monday morning, July 15, 2019, at the summer session of the Navajo Nation Council in Window Rock. See the photo.
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Opinions & Columns
Editorial: No to a photo-op prez
In Washington, we have a Twitter president who ceaselessly taps notes to his millions of followers. On the Navajo Nation, we have a photo-op prez who seeks and finds any opportunity to pose for photos.
Popular Right Now
Weekend rains damage Five Mile Bridge
A weekend rainstorm has caused Five Mile Bridge to be temporarily closed, according to a San Juan County press release on Monday afternoon.
Business
Giant stores converting to Speedway
Unless you’re completely oblivious, you’ve noticed the red “Speedway” signs popping up all over the rez above what used to be Giant gas and convenience stores.
Politics
PHOTO: Navajo Nation Council delegates start summer session
Council delegates and others arrive Monday morning, July 15, 2019, at the summer session of the Navajo Nation Council in Window Rock. See the photo.
50 Years Ago
50 Years Ago: For the first time, NTUA restricts water use
For the first time in its history, Navajo Tribal Utility Authority is restricting water usage in the Window Rock area. C. Mac Eddy, director of the tribal enterprise, said his office has contacted the Navajo Police, which has agreed to help monitor the use of area residents who water their lawns.
Sports
Travelin’ man: Erich Rogers chasing team-roping world title
The demands of being a professional team roper never get old for Erich Rogers.
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Window Rock Weather
Partly Cloudy
88.0 F (31.1 C)
Dewpoint: 37.9 F (3.3 C)
Humidity: 17%
Wind: Calm
Pressure: 30.16
Dewpoint: 37.9 F (3.3 C)
Humidity: 17%
Wind: Calm
Pressure: 30.16
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EVENTS
Community
ThinkFirst Navajo aids Winslow High class’s car-seat drive
The Winslow High Class of 1964’s effort to collect 100 infant car seats to be distributed to Navajo expectant mothers got a huge boost last month when a nonprofit dedicated to accident prevention on the Navajo Nation stepped in to help.
People
‘The road of a good life’: Champion for Azee’ recognized for life’s work
David Clark, a lifelong advocate for peyote as religious sacrament, and former president of the Native American Church of Navajoland, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Education
‘I be in the Army’: St. Michaels Head Start promotes kids to kindergarten
He had just finished with his preschool promotion that was held last Thursday for 40 kids at the Department of Diné Education building.
From the Wires
Exhibit shares history of Native American veterans
Nebraska schools could see new debate over Indian mascots
House Democrats who tangled with leader not backing down
Parade of Democratic candidates speak at Montana convention
Indian Community School connects students with culture
Agreement calls for shield's return to tribe in New Mexico
Four Crow Creek tribal members accused of embezzlement
28 Idaho lawmakers oppose Boise State diversity programs
Oklahoma tribal leaders denounce governor's gambling plan
Bills change name associated with American Indian atrocities
Tribes gain direct access to FBI sex offender registry
Woman accuses North Dakota priest of abuse
Famed French explorer Jean Nicolet gets historical revision
Groups call for review of drilling permits near Chaco park
Opponents want hearing on Dakota Access pipeline expansion
Proposal would repeal US laws that hurt Native Americans
Montana State University makes room for new $20M hall
Maine health grants seek to boost vulnerable communities
FCC approves priority window for tribes to expand broadband
Body of missing girl found in swollen South Dakota creek
Health
Special Diabetes steps in to help iMPACT Shiprock
It was about four years ago when a group of church and community members gathered to take back their community.
Arts
‘She brings visibility to our stories’: Joy Harjo named first Native U.S. poet laureate
A member of the Muscogee Creek Nation, she is the first Native American poet to receive the distinguished literary honor.
Culture
‘Girlfriend for a weekend’: Horse gentling workshop proves mustangs’ value
If horses had fingers, says Leland Grass, “they would rule the earth.”
Music
The thing I love’: Navajo sound-mixer/studio engineer living the dream
By the time Sam Orion Morris was in high school band, he knew that music was his passion. “This is the thing I love,” he said to himself at that time.
