When disaster encroaches, the instinct to protect what we love most can define the shape of our response. For Ela Yazzie-King, a longtime St. Michael’s resident who walks with crutches, that moment of reckoning came not with the sirens or smoke, but with a simple, aching question: What will happen to the horse?
Read MoreAs a lifelong resident of Coconino County and member of the Navajo Nation, I know just how deeply rooted our connection is to the land and how vital our public lands are to our identity and future. These lands define Northern Arizona, and they must remain in public hands. From Glen Canyon, Grand Canyon, and the red rocks of Sedona, to the San Francisco Peaks and the newly designated Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni National Monument, public lands drive our economy, preserve Native American heritage and provide an outdoor experience that draws visitors from around the world.
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Read MoreQuantum physics theory, a realm where the intricacies of particles and waves are examined, offers a most profound parallel to traditional Indigenous philosophies. Our Native teachings, grounded in centuries of wisdom and observation, provide a unique lens through which to understand these scientific paradigms
Read MoreI write today with deep concern and unwavering purpose as a member of the Diné Nation, a traditional hataałii, and a steward of our sacred lifeways. A recent performance hosted by The Door Church and shared widely on social media portrayed Diné ceremonies as evil – casting our hataałii, chants, and sacred traditions in a narrative of darkness and demonic influence.
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