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Ed Galloway’s Totem Pole Park: retired teacher built 90-foot folk-art tower; Route 66 site later restored

In 1937, Nathan Edward Galloway embarked on a journey to establish the Totem Pole Park in Oklahoma, a remarkable site adorned with unique structures. The creation of the main totem pole was a labor of love, taking over 11 years, transforming Galloway's vision inspired by Native American artistry into reality.

The Times of India · 1h ago

El Alisal Stone Mansion: Lummis builds boulder castle by hand; museum keeps doors open

In 1897, Charles Fletcher Lummis began the ambitious project of constructing El Alisal. Utilizing local riverbed stones and bespoke doors, he integrated Native American craftsmanship throughout the building's development. After Lummis's passing in 1928, the structure fell into disrepair before being restored as a historical site. Today, El Alisal, managed…

The Times of India · Oct 19

Diver Tip Reveals Ancient Burial: Florida team confirms 7,200-year-old pond site; reshapes coastal archaeology

In 2016, an amateur diver's underwater expedition near Manasota Key unveiled a significant prehistoric burial site. This submerged location, rich with remains and artifacts that are over 7,200 years old, provides invaluable insights into Native American culture. Archaeologists have applied modern techniques to verify the importance of these findings, while…

The Times of India · Oct 16

‘It takes a lot of work’: Deb Haaland puts addiction struggles at center of New Mexico governor bid

First Native American woman to serve as US cabinet secretary candid about history with alcohol as she seeks to tackle billowing public health crisis

The Guardian - US · Sep 29

California to open 2,060 coastal acres near Diablo Canyon as trails and campsites after $42m deal

A 2,060-acre stretch of California’s Central Coast near the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant will become a nature preserve after a $42 million conservation deal. The Wildlands Conservancy plans to open Wild Cherry Canyon to the public with hiking trails and campsites while protecting Native American cultural sites. The preserve…

The Times of India · Sep 19

Texas Trump voters furious as border wall construction seizes their private property: ‘I’m mad, I’m disgusted, and I’m disappointed’

Rules waived to allow the wall to built atop an ancient Native American burial ground.

We Got This Covered · Sep 14

'They Have No Warrant': Native American Homeowner Refuses to Surrender DoorDash Driver to ICE Agents

A Minnesota homeowner says a DoorDash driver entered her home while being pursued by ICE agents. The viral footage leaves key facts, including the agents' authority, unverified.

International Business Times UK · Sep 11

DoorDash driver seeks refuge in stranger’s home while pursued by ICE. Native American homeowner tells agents they aren’t welcome without a warrant

She told ICE agents to get off her yard.

We Got This Covered · Sep 9

A 72-year-old man inherited nearly 900 acres from his uncles; after decades restoring the forest, he gave the land to a Native American tribe

Gary Verbrugge, a 72-year-old man in Washington state, inherited nearly 900 acres of woodland linked to his family for almost a century. Rather than treating the property as an asset to be sold or developed, he spent decades helping restore its forests, waterways and wildlife habitats. His work eventually led…

The Times of India · Sep 7

Former Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith is sued by investor over wind farm project

NFL career rushing leader Emmitt Smith is being sued by a Native American investment company over claims that the former Dallas Cowboys running back and his business partners misappropriated a $2.5 million loan that was supposed to fund a wind farm project in Texas

The Independent UK · Sep 4