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Perfect 10: Ciena Alipio takes gymnastics to the top

3 hrs ago

As University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) gymnast Ciena Nizhoni Alipio dismounted off the balance beam and stuck the landing at the Big Ten Championship in Michigan March 22, she had a huge smile on her face. She jumped up and down on the mat as the crowd screamed in delight, bear hugge… Read MorePerfect 10: Ciena Alipio takes gymnastics to the top

Tanaya Winder's follows her heart with first album

4 hrs ago

It’s been a long time coming, but Tanaya Winder is finally releasing her first album, “Call Back Your Heart.” Read MoreTanaya Winder's follows her heart with first album

‘We’ve waited too long’: Bill to create an Indigenous missing persons alert wins bipartisan backing

Mar 25, 2025

Yolanda Bydonie remembers how difficult and frustrating it was to not only file a missing person report for her cousin but also to spread the word about her disappearance. Read More‘We’ve waited too long’: Bill to create an Indigenous missing persons alert wins bipartisan backing

Shonie Delarosa explores Navajo arranged marriages in latest film

Mar 25, 2025

Shonie Delarosa didn’t set out to make “The Arrangement” the first feature film produced primarily in Navajo, but the writer, producer and director believes he did. Read MoreShonie Delarosa explores Navajo arranged marriages in latest film

$4M goes to Hopi Tribe to advance energy and water independence

Mar 25, 2025

The Hopi Tribe has been awarded $4,165,796 from the Department of Energy to deploy a 250-kW solar powered microgrid that will power two wells at the remote, unelectrified Side Rock well field. Read More$4M goes to Hopi Tribe to advance energy and water independence

Ahasteen tapped as President Nygren's new Chief of Staff

Mar 24, 2025

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren announced March 19 that his Chief of Staff Patrick Sandoval is stepping down and has been replaced by Justin C. Ahasteen. Read MoreAhasteen tapped as President Nygren's new Chief of Staff

Local News

Local News

Annexation of lower Highway 89 land into Cameron Chapter up for approval

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WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation Council’s Naabik’íyáti’ Committee convened to approve the annexation of 13.79 acres of land along Lower Highway 89 into the Cameron Chapter March 13. Read MoreAnnexation of lower Highway 89 land into Cameron Chapter up for approval

Tuba City Regional Health Care honored in patient care, trauma services, and lab performance

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TUBA CITY, Ariz. — Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation (TCRHCC) recently received multiple prestigious accolades for its patient care, trauma services, and laboratory operations. Read MoreTuba City Regional Health Care honored in patient care, trauma services, and lab performance

23rd Annual Katsina Doll Marketplace in Phoenix April 5

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The vibrant tradition of Katsina carving comes to life at the Heard Museum’s 23rd Annual Katsina Doll Marketplace: A Gathering of Carvers, on April 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During this free ev… Read More23rd Annual Katsina Doll Marketplace in Phoenix April 5

Around the Rez: Week of April 2

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NACA safeTALK April 4 Read MoreAround the Rez: Week of April 2

US 89 drainage project north of Flagstaff starts

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Work on an Arizona Department of Transportation project to improve drainage channels and other infrastructure carrying storm runoff began April 1, along a stretch of US 89 starting approximate… Read MoreUS 89 drainage project north of Flagstaff starts

Boyfriend pleads guilty to 2021 murder of Diné artist at Taos Pueblo

20 hrs ago

Santiago Martinez of Taos Pueblo pleaded guilty in federal court to voluntary manslaughter for the death of his girlfriend, artist DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo, Diné from Taos Pueblo, following a … Read MoreBoyfriend pleads guilty to 2021 murder of Diné artist at Taos Pueblo

Applications open for Native American Youth river trip

Mar 25, 2025

Grand Canyon Trust

Around the Rez: Week of March 19

Mar 18, 2025

Native Empowerment 1st Annual Family Campout March 21-22

Navajo man sentences to 72 months for manslaughter

Mar 18, 2025

A To’Hajiilee, New Mexico, man was sentenced to 72 months in prison…

Church Rock man sentenced for shooting law enforcement officers

Mar 18, 2025

A Church Rock man was sentenced to 147 months in prison for charges…

Navajo man pleads guilty to 2022 murder

Mar 18, 2025

A Navajo man pleaded guilty in federal court to second degree murde…

Pinedale man faces federal charges for razor blade attack

Mar 18, 2025

A Pinedale man faces federal charges for assault with a dangerous w…

Farmington man faces 8 years for fatal DUI crash

Mar 18, 2025

A Farmington, New Mexico, man entered a guilty plea to one count of…

Shiprock duo sentenced for violent carjacking, high-speed chase

Mar 17, 2025

Two individuals from Shiprock have been sentenced for their roles i…

SMH Dialysis Center Bill gains approval from Arizona State Senate, advances to House of Representatives

Mar 14, 2025

GANADO, Ariz. — Sage Memorial Hospital (SMH) announced that Senate …

Around the Rez: Week of March 12

Mar 13, 2025

NACA Spring Equinox Celebration

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Boyfriend pleads guilty to 2021 murder of Diné artist at Taos Pueblo

Chinle superintendent Quincy Natay elected president of NAFIS Board

Shonie Delarosa explores Navajo arranged marriages in latest film

$4M goes to Hopi Tribe to advance energy and water independence

Applications open for Native American Youth river trip

Sports & Education

Page defeats Window Rock

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The Sand Devil softball team hosted Window Rock in a double-header March 19 at the Page Sports Complex. Read MorePage defeats Window Rock

Navajo and Hopi dancers win big at Hoop Dance Championship

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The Heard Museum's 35th Annual World Championship Hoop Dance contest took place Feb. 14-15, with Josiah Enriquez coming out the reigning champion of the adult division. Read MoreNavajo and Hopi dancers win big at Hoop Dance Championship

Holbrook Roadrunners are Epic tourney champs

Mar 25, 2025

The Holbrook High School Lady Roadrunners won the Epic Tournament Softball Classic in the gold bracket at Chandler Prep March 24, with a 12-8 win over Window Rock. They were lead by Elena Phil… Read MoreHolbrook Roadrunners are Epic tourney champs

Puente de Hozho gets presidential visit

Mar 25, 2025

Puente de Hózhó Elementary School in Flagstaff welcomed Navajo Nation Vice President Richelle Montoya to campus March 9. During her visit, Montoya engaged with students and staff in a meaningf… Read MorePuente de Hozho gets presidential visit

Chinle superintendent Quincy Natay elected president of NAFIS Board

Mar 25, 2025

The National Association of Federally Impacted Schools (NAFIS) announced that Quincy Natay, Superintendent of Chinle Unified School District, has been elected president of the NAFIS Board of D… Read MoreChinle superintendent Quincy Natay elected president of NAFIS Board

Page Middle School to close

Mar 18, 2025

During a special board meeting March 4, Page Unified School District’s (PUSD) governing board voted to approve the closure of Page Middle School and consolidate its student body on the campuse… Read MorePage Middle School to close

Holbrook Unified School District approves new school board districts

Mar 18, 2025

ST. MICHAEL’S, Ariz. – During the March 4th Holbrook Unified School Board meeting, school board members voted three in favor and zero opposed on the new redistricted school board district map.… Read MoreHolbrook Unified School District approves new school board districts

Newcomb Lady Skyhawks beat Tularosa Wildcats 45-37

Mar 10, 2025

Newcomb High School Lady Skyhawks beat the Tularosa Wildcats March 7, 45-37, in the first round of the 2025 Nusenda Credit Union Girls State Basketball-Class 3A Tournament. (Photos/Jerrod Noble) Read MoreNewcomb Lady Skyhawks beat Tularosa Wildcats 45-37

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Regional & State

Applications open for Native American Youth river trip

Mar 25, 2025

Grand Canyon Trust Read MoreApplications open for Native American Youth river trip

Shelly Lowe, Navajo, removed as Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities

Mar 25, 2025

Native News Online Read MoreShelly Lowe, Navajo, removed as Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities

‘Say her name’: Hundreds gather to honor Native teen Emily Pike, demanding justice for her death

Mar 10, 2025

By Shondiin Silversmith Read More‘Say her name’: Hundreds gather to honor Native teen Emily Pike, demanding justice for her death

N.M. governor appoints two state district court judges

Mar 4, 2025

New Mexico Source Read MoreN.M. governor appoints two state district court judges

Winslow News

Navajo County Attorney's Office celebrates Pi Day

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Staff at the Navajo County Attorney’s Office in Holbrook celebrated Pi Day, March 14, by making several delicious pies to share. (Photo/NCAO) Read MoreNavajo County Attorney's Office celebrates Pi Day

Easter egg hunt April 19

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The City of Winslow Recreation Department will be putting on an Easter egg hunt at Hayden Walton Sports Complex near the high school April 19. The event begins at exactly 10 a.m. Read MoreEaster egg hunt April 19

Around Winslow: Week of April 2

Mar 28, 2025

Rock N Roll Quiz Night April 12 Read MoreAround Winslow: Week of April 2

Bulldogs take on Blue Ridge Yellow Jackets

Mar 28, 2025

Winslow High School varsity and junior varsity baseball teams hosted the Blue Ridge Yellow Jackets from Lakeside, Arizona, March 22. In the JV game, the Bulldogs ended up winning the contest with a final score of 8 to 3. In varsity, the Bulldogs lost 12 to 1. March 25, varsity lost 1-2 to th… Read MoreBulldogs take on Blue Ridge Yellow Jackets

Opinion

Comics: Three NDN by AARON

Mar 25, 2025

Three NDN art by AARON Read MoreComics: Three NDN by AARON

Guest Column: The importance of language fluency

Mar 25, 2025

In the United States, the establishment of a national language has recently been developed and established under Executive Order 14224. There is an important provision found in section 4 where it states, “The order is not intended to, and doe… Read MoreGuest Column: The importance of language fluency

Letter to the Editor: Voter education is phenomenal

Mar 18, 2025

This letter shares my experiences of the election process these past few years. While working in law enforcement and taking an oath to protect and serve, I couldn’t get involved more than voting. I retired a few years ago, returned to school … Read MoreLetter to the Editor: Voter education is phenomenal

Guest Column: Nygren speaks on recall efforts

Mar 4, 2025

To the Navajo People, Read MoreGuest Column: Nygren speaks on recall efforts

Opinion: Stop confusing tribal sovereignty with race

Feb 11, 2025

The federal government’s understanding of tribal nations often requires basic education with each new administration. Within Native communities, this process is often referred to as “Indians 101,” acknowledging the frequent lack of understand… Read MoreOpinion: Stop confusing tribal sovereignty with race

Statement from Nygren on freeze of federal funds, grants

Jan 31, 2025

Yá’át’ééh, my fellow Diné, Read MoreStatement from Nygren on freeze of federal funds, grants

Guest Column: Remember early voting ballots mean voting early

Jan 21, 2025

For some time now, one side has railed on the other for actions “designed to obstruct” voters’ rights in Arizona. Read MoreGuest Column: Remember early voting ballots mean voting early

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Together we rise: Native attorneys take their federal oath

Mar 25, 2025

Community lies at the heart of the Indian Legal Program at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. For its alumni, success isn’t just about one person — it’s about strengthening a movement. These dedicated advocates work to defend tribal sovereignty, amplify Nativ… Read MoreTogether we rise: Native attorneys take their federal oath

Diné writer Bojan Louis wins USA Fellowship

Mar 18, 2025

Before Bojan Louis was an award-winning writer, he was a young boy listening to stories told by his family – their voices carrying the weight of history, struggle and survival. He was captivated by the way words could shape understanding, yet never imagined those same words would one day ear… Read MoreDiné writer Bojan Louis wins USA Fellowship

Report highlights how communities hardest hit by climate change can build resilient water systems

Mar 18, 2025

Malynndra Tome was helping to map livestock ponds in the Navajo Nation when she saw something that inspired her to act. An elderly woman was filling milk jugs with water at the back of a gas station in the Native American reservation, where about 30% of people live without running water. Read MoreReport highlights how communities hardest hit by climate change can build resilient water systems

Meet Navajo filmmaker David Aberle

Mar 4, 2025

David J. Aberle is a Navajo filmmaker bringing a powerful voice to the industry through Indigenous storytelling. His work spans directing, producing, and cinematography, with projects including “Guardians of the Sacred Flame” and the acclaimed paranormal docuseries “Unearthing the Supernatur… Read MoreMeet Navajo filmmaker David Aberle