(Pawhuska, OK) – Individuals, groups and businesses that are changing the health of Osage County through innovative efforts are encouraged to apply for the 2014 Champions of Health Awards. The awards program, a statewide effort, has honored more than 100 projects and programs that are working to reverse the negative health statistics in the state. Nominations for the 2014 awards opened August 29
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NOTES ON NATURAL RESOURCES | You Better BEElieve it
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Last May, the Department of Natural Resources staff members Cameron Chesbro and Tom Ashmore took a trip to Roark Acres Honey Farms just outside of Tulsa to collect five honey bee nucs to begin the Osage Nation’s Apiary journey. The next day, the colonies arrived at their new homes in Pawhuska. WHAT’S A NUC? A nuc consists of a box with frames, at least two broods, one food, a queen bee, and a
Pursuant to 15 ONC § 2–803, the Osage Nation Gaming Commission gives notice that it intends to replace PART III of its regulations with the regulations included with this notice. The thirty (30) day comment period shall run from August 5, 2015 until September 4, 2015. Comments may be mailed to: The Osage Nation Gaming Commission 612 Leahy Avenue Pawhuska, Ok 74056 Or e-mailed to ehembree
NTIA Broadband Projects Groundbreaking
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The Osage Nation Department Wahzhazhe Connect will break ground on its National Telecommunication Information Administration (NTIA) projects on Monday, March 4, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., at Wakon Iron Hall in Pawhuska. Representatives from NTIA will attend the event along with staff from the Oklahoma Broadband Office. This is the beginning of the construction funded by $53.9M worth of federal grants to
by A. M. Jefferson, Osage Nation Communications Staff In December of 2014, the Osage Nation was contacted by the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA) requesting a second submission for their program Native Oklahoma, a collaborative effort which focuses on aspects of Native American life. The theme for this second episode is on Native American Vietnam Veterans. According to Dan Schiedel
James Weigant, from the Fronkier family, has a Masters in Public Administration By ON Communications PAWHUSKA, Okla. (January 19, 2016)—Professional, young and research driven, are just a few words that describe James Weigant, Osage, who was recently hired by the Osage Nation Office of the Chiefs as their new Executive Administrative Assistant. Weigant brings a strong education and professional
All Osage Nation offices will be closed on Wednesday, March 12, in observance of Osage Sovereignty Day. This includes Tribal Court per this court notice.
NEWS RELEASE Oklahoma Tornado Safety: Be Prepared and Stay Aware Osage Nation, Pawhuska, Okla. (May 5, 2015)—When living in Osage County, Oklahoma, people have grown to understand that tornadoes can occur any time of the year. Spring does seem to be tornado season due to the changing weather, but some years see more activity than others. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration better
Pawhuska, OK – The director of the Osage Nation Family Violence Prevention Department, Olivia Gray, recently presented at the University of Texas, Arlington’s Native American Student Association and Mr. Les Ridingin (Osage/Pawnee) when the group hosted a Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Symposium. Also speaking at the Symposium were Professor Sarah Deer (Muscogee Creek), and a
Tribal Works and PCC Cleaning & Restoration Complete Remediation Pawhuska, Ok. - Osage Nation Tribal Works and PCC Cleaning & Restoration worked together from February 26th-28th to restore the southeast side of the building normally occupied by the Osage Minerals Council (OMC) and the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). The building was constructed in 1980 and has served many entities, including the
Osage Minerals Council office and staff respectfully welcomes the 3rd Osage Minerals Council; Andrew Yates, Cynthia Boone, Talee RedCorn, Joseph Cheshewalla, Galen Crum, Kathryn RedCorn, Everett Waller, and Stephanie Erwin.
Keeping Tradition Alive: One Woman’s journey as she presents her People’s journey PAWHUSKA, Okla. ( August 25, 2015)—It was a perfect fit, Randy Tinker-Smith explained as she referred to her ballet, Wahzhazhe, and her professional background. She had been a musician, a manager in her father’s fast food business, and studied interior design. She was a parent of a daughter who studied ballet. She
ONED "Smart Money Program"
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The Osage Nation Education Department and Tri County Tech hosted a workshop, “Smart Money Program - Lunch & Learn,” for juniors and seniors at Pawhuska High School on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. The students received information about financial literacy while attending the event. This activity will prepare them for success when they enter the workforce and begin earning income. Financial
Osage Nation Historic Preservation Office Provides Cultural Sensitivity Training to Blanchard Springs Caverns Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, Arkansas -The Osage Nation Historic Preservation Office (THPO) traveled to an important Osage Sacred Site, Blanchard Springs Caverns, to educate Forest Service staff on the sacredness of the caves and the history of the Osage people in the Ozarks
ONHS and WZZHC Expands Vaccination Opportunities
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Pawhuska, Ok. – March 22, 2021, The WahZhaZhi Health Center (WZZHC) conducted a COVID-19 Vaccination Event for ANYONE 18-years-old or older. The Vaccination efforts occurred at the Civic Center located 1449 West Main Street in Pawhuska. These Vaccination actions have attracted many media outlets, including Cable News Network (CNN) which showed up and was seen interviewing Principal Chief Standing
Veteran's Memorial Commission gathering names of Osage veterans for Memorial scheduled to begin construction later this year By ON Communications Pawhuska, Okla., (Friday, January 26, 2018) —Last week, the Osage Nation launched an online registration form for Osage veteran names and information. The names will be added to the first-ever Osage Nation Veterans Memorial that is scheduled to break
ONM collaborates with the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art on Native American Photography Exhibit
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Pawhuska, OK (7/22/2016) –The Osage Nation Museum (ONM) is pleased to announce that they will be participating in a Native American Photography Exhibit with the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Historical photographs by noted 20th-century photographer Edward Curtis and new works by Navajo photographer Will Wilson will be shown together when the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art opens the exhibit, PHOTO
ONM Completes Renovations and Presents Two New Exhibits
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Pawhuska, OK (5/17/2016) –The Osage Nation Museum (ONM) is pleased to announce the completion of renovations and present two new exhibits with an Opening Reception on Friday, May 20. “Treasures of the Osage Nation Museum: Highlights of the Collection”will run thru Sept. 17. The staff will also unveil the new permanent exhibit: “Wah-Zha-Zhi Spirit: A Celebration of Osage History and Culture” at the
ONM concludes assessment program and prepares next steps
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August 24, 2016 - For Immediate Release Press Contact: Hallie Winter | 918-287-5222 | hwinter@osagenation-nsn.gov Pawhuska, OK (8/24/2016) –The Osage Nation Museum (ONM) recently concluded its assessment program through the American Alliance of Museums (AAM). Through guided self-study and on-site consultation with a museum professional, participation in the Museum Assessment Program (MAP) will
ONM Exhibition to Showcase Works by Gina Gray
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Unveiling and Reception Set for Sept. 28 Pawhuska, Okla. (8/25/2017) –The Osage Nation Museum (ONM) will be holding an opening reception on Thursday, September 28th from 4:00-6:00pm for the unveiling of their next exhibition. The latest exhibition, Traditional Values/Contemporary Vision; Works by Gina Gray will run through March 31st, 2018 at ONM. Osage artist Gina Gray (7/21/1954 – 12/20/2014)