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“‘This is the first time I’ve ever seen an administration that has really taken the lead and listened to the tribes and have us involved with everything with regards to our sovereignty,’ [Chairwoman Cathy] Chavers said.”

“From April 1-15, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel’s Change For The Better program prompted patrons to donate change to support Fraser…Fraser is Minnesota’s largest and most experienced provider of autism and early childhood mental health services.”

“White Earth Tribal Health is beginning its fourth week of expanded COVID-19 vaccinations to residents of Becker, Norman and Clearwater counties over age 45, as well as others age 18 and up who meet certain eligibility requirements.”

“Tribal Chairwoman Cathy Chavers’ State of the Band address focused less on specific programmatic initiatives and more on the ways in which the coronavirus pandemic has shaped the lives and practices of tribal members, and how they collectively possess the strength to endure and move forward.”

“Minnesota Transform, slated to start over the next year, will include student internships, research jobs and a report on the University’s 150-year-long history with Minnesota’s tribal nations. The grant was awarded in early January by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.”

“This is designed to attract and retain those working in White Earth-owned commercial entities, gaming, and those within tribal government. Alan Roy, Secretary-treasurer of the White Earth Nation, says that this choice was a value-based decision as much as a financial one for White Earth members.”

“The five tribal leaders in the 8th Congressional District were galled that Stauber failed to consult with them…‘Most concerning is that you did not consult with us as the sovereign federally recognized tribal governments in your district in advance of initiating this effort that has such a direct impact on us as your American Indian constituents.’”

“To increase the number of Indigenous curators in Native American art, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community has funded a full-time, year-long fellowship at the Minneapolis Institute of Art for 2020-2021.”

“Minnesota will have six Native American candidates in state legislative races come November.”

“Grand Portage Lodge and Casino is planning for a phased reopening with a tentative reopening date of June 22.”