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“A new national nonprofit is teaming up with the Red Lake Nation in northern Minnesota to boost culturally specific pet care efforts as part of a broad movement to increase diversity and equity in the animal welfare industry. Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE), a Baltimore-based nonprofit, provides education and resources to communities of color across the U.S. in an industry that is largely dominated by white people and, in some cases, has inflicted harm or created deep distrust. Red Lake is the second community in the U.S. and the first in Minnesota to collaborate with CARE since it launched in 2019.”

“It applies to all guests, regardless of vaccination status, while indoors.”

“We tribal leaders know best on how to administer this aid and will insist on controlling the resulting projects ourselves.”

“‘This is about keeping our Indigenous culture alive and continuing, and people having increased access to cultural learning.’”

“Starting Monday, August 2, guests and workers at Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Grand Casino Hinckley will be required to wear masks inside the casinos. ‘This is a proactive step to help you have a safe, friendly, and fun experience at our properties.’”

“In her new role, Diver will advise President Joan Gabel on how to better position the University to acknowledge past and current injustices and maintain relationships with the tribal nations in Minnesota… ‘This is really about shifting the mindset and trying to be an adjusted and equitable organization.’”

“The organizers aim to involve Minnesota Dakota tribes and University of Minnesota students in developing a project centered around the Native American experience.”

“One of the main business trends at the event, expected to hit tribal casinos in the coming months, was cashless technology. Manufacturers and analysts said the pandemic accelerated casinos’ interest in touchless products, though such technology has existed or been developing for years.”

“The Tribal Council is offering a one-time emergency assistance payment of $3,200 to enrolled members who meet the eligibility guidelines.”

“For over a century, St. Paul regarded Indian Mounds Park as a recreational area. Now, it’s being recognized for its history as a cemetery for at least seven tribes.”