Tribal Regalia Debuted at Council Meeting
Tribal citizens Teresa Grandmother Rose and Buffalo Sister debuted Buffalo Rose Creations at the November 7th tribal council meeting. All the regalia, pictured above, were made by the duo. If you are interested in learning more about the regalia, call the Tribal Headquarters at 660-885-7779 Monday thru Friday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Northern Cherokee Nation Council Meeting Minutes -- October 10, 2020
November 7 Council Meeting Minutes Coming Soon
Speaker of Council White Crow opened the meeting, led the pledge of allegiance, and opening prayer to Creator.
Councilwoman Buffalo Sister -Roll Call
Councilman Fast Knife—Here
Councilwoman Gentle Rain—Here
Councilman Hawk Arrow—Absent
Speaker of Council White Crow—Here
Councilwoman Buffalo Sister—Here
Councilwoman Grandmother Rose—Here
Councilman Wandering Wolf—Here
Councilman Standing Rock—Here
Deputy Chief Tawny Eagle—Here
Chief Grey Elk---Here
Busy Red Bird gave the financial report. Loan for property is down to $17, 658.00.
Chief Grey Elk announced that the Northern Cherokee Nation of the Old Louisiana Territory no longer exists.
Tribal Marshall Running Wolf announced we may mow one more time and then it will be done until next spring. Councilman Standing Rock donated wire for weed eaters. Councilman Fast Knife said the grounds have never looked so good and gave many Wados to all those that have helped with the yard maintenance.
Tribal Marshall Running Wolf announced that the Tribal Office will close at 10:00am on Council Meeting days. No one will be allowed in office unless they have an appointment or meeting with Chief Grey Elk.
Speaker of Council White Crow announced we now have Northern Cherokee Nation Flags for sale thru the Office. 3x5 flags are $150.00 and 2x3 are $80.00. Please contact Councilwoman Buffalo Sister if you would like to purchase one.
We are in need of new light fixtures for office and council room. So, if you would like to donate to the cause, please contact Councilwoman Buffalo Sister.
Speaker of Council White Crow gave donation of a new Christmas Tree for our Council Room. Others are donating decorations.
Consent agenda was approved by all Council.
Chief Grey Elk announced that Councilwoman Buffalo Sister and Councilwoman Grandmother Rose are now taking orders for regalia. Many Ribbon Shirts have already been made. Leather dresses have been made. They can do moccasins, war shirts, tear dresses and will be adding more items as time goes on. Please contact one of them for what you are looking for and the prices.
Chief Elder Grey Fox honored all of us by attending this meeting. But he had a purpose. He announced he was doing a raid on the sitting council and moving Councilwoman Gentle Rain to the Elder Council. She will be missed on our sitting council, but we all know that she is well deserving of being on the Elder Council. We know she will continue to do all her good works for our nation! Congratulations Elder Councilwoman Gentle Rain!
Councilman Wandering Wolf announced there will be a self defense class after the meeting and luncheon, November 7, 2020. Cost is $25.00 and all proceeds will go to the Nation.
The door prize went to Duane Whitford.
Speaker of Council White Crow gave the closing prayer and potluck luncheon was shared by all.
Councilwoman Buffalo Sister -Roll Call
Councilman Fast Knife—Here
Councilwoman Gentle Rain—Here
Councilman Hawk Arrow—Absent
Speaker of Council White Crow—Here
Councilwoman Buffalo Sister—Here
Councilwoman Grandmother Rose—Here
Councilman Wandering Wolf—Here
Councilman Standing Rock—Here
Deputy Chief Tawny Eagle—Here
Chief Grey Elk---Here
Busy Red Bird gave the financial report. Loan for property is down to $17, 658.00.
Chief Grey Elk announced that the Northern Cherokee Nation of the Old Louisiana Territory no longer exists.
Tribal Marshall Running Wolf announced we may mow one more time and then it will be done until next spring. Councilman Standing Rock donated wire for weed eaters. Councilman Fast Knife said the grounds have never looked so good and gave many Wados to all those that have helped with the yard maintenance.
Tribal Marshall Running Wolf announced that the Tribal Office will close at 10:00am on Council Meeting days. No one will be allowed in office unless they have an appointment or meeting with Chief Grey Elk.
Speaker of Council White Crow announced we now have Northern Cherokee Nation Flags for sale thru the Office. 3x5 flags are $150.00 and 2x3 are $80.00. Please contact Councilwoman Buffalo Sister if you would like to purchase one.
We are in need of new light fixtures for office and council room. So, if you would like to donate to the cause, please contact Councilwoman Buffalo Sister.
Speaker of Council White Crow gave donation of a new Christmas Tree for our Council Room. Others are donating decorations.
Consent agenda was approved by all Council.
Chief Grey Elk announced that Councilwoman Buffalo Sister and Councilwoman Grandmother Rose are now taking orders for regalia. Many Ribbon Shirts have already been made. Leather dresses have been made. They can do moccasins, war shirts, tear dresses and will be adding more items as time goes on. Please contact one of them for what you are looking for and the prices.
Chief Elder Grey Fox honored all of us by attending this meeting. But he had a purpose. He announced he was doing a raid on the sitting council and moving Councilwoman Gentle Rain to the Elder Council. She will be missed on our sitting council, but we all know that she is well deserving of being on the Elder Council. We know she will continue to do all her good works for our nation! Congratulations Elder Councilwoman Gentle Rain!
Councilman Wandering Wolf announced there will be a self defense class after the meeting and luncheon, November 7, 2020. Cost is $25.00 and all proceeds will go to the Nation.
The door prize went to Duane Whitford.
Speaker of Council White Crow gave the closing prayer and potluck luncheon was shared by all.
ANNUAL GATHERING AND POW WOW
SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 25-27, 2021
The Northern Cherokee Nation's Annual Gathering and Pow Wow will be held on June 25-27, 2021 at the Tribal Complex in Clinton, Missouri. After the first of the year, there will be additional information on our website and on our Facebook page.
Get a headstart on on the Gathering and Pow Wow....here's links to the Vendor Form and Souvenir Program.
Vendor Information PowWow Program Booklets
https://www.facebook.com/NorthernCherokeeNation/posts/2436324929835522
The Northern Cherokee Nation's Annual Gathering and Pow Wow will be held on June 25-27, 2021 at the Tribal Complex in Clinton, Missouri. After the first of the year, there will be additional information on our website and on our Facebook page.
Get a headstart on on the Gathering and Pow Wow....here's links to the Vendor Form and Souvenir Program.
Vendor Information PowWow Program Booklets
https://www.facebook.com/NorthernCherokeeNation/posts/2436324929835522
Photo Highlights from a recent Northern Cherokee Nation Council Meeting
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PHOTO CREDIT: Donna Calm Spirit Stone, tribal citizen
THREE IMPORTANT MESSAGES FROM THE TRIBE
The Tribal Complex needs some office supplies such as printer ink, paper, envelopes, stamps, file folders, and other office supplies. These items are generally purchased at Staples. If you can support in the purchase of these supplies, you can make a donation through our pay-pal button on our website, northerncherokeenation.com or mail your welcomed check(s) to Northern Cherokee Nation, P. O. Box 413, Cuba, Missouri 65453. We also accept Staples gift cards. Any questions, please feel free to call anytime at 660-885-7779. Remember this is your tribe, we do not receive state or federal funding, we are a 501c3 not for profit. We depend on your help.
To keep the tribal membership files current and accurate, please update your email addresses, mailing address, marriages, name changes, and family deaths. Send updates to northerncherokeenation@gmail.com or call the tribal office.
One of our largest fundraisers during the years is the annual auction that is conducted during the pow wow. If you have items to donate, or can collect items to be auctioned, please start gathering those now for the June 2021 auction. We especially appreciate items that may have Native American influence/connection, or would generate a high sales price. For questions, contact Twila Campbell at 314-574-4993, twilac03@gmail.com, or Keith Dobbs at 707-972-0145, ktdobbs@msn.com.
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SCHEDULES, DATE CHANGES, CALENDAR: Our webpage has a complete listing meeting dates and times. Our Facebook page also shares the schedule of our events and activities. When all else fails, call the tribal headquarters in Clinton at 660-885-7779, Monday thru Fridays. Please remember Buffalo Sister is an UNPAID volunteer so she may not be there every day. Leave a message and return phone # and she will call you back.
BE PROUD TO SUPPORT YOUR NORTHERN CHEROKEE NATION!
The Northern Cherokee Nation always appreciates your support.
If you'd like to become a supporter, PayPal is available for your convenience to make
your generous tax-deductible donations to the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Remember, the Northern Cherokee Nation is a 501c3.
This is a secure and easy way to donate and help your tribe.
The Northern Cherokee Nation always appreciates your support.
If you'd like to become a supporter, PayPal is available for your convenience to make
your generous tax-deductible donations to the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Remember, the Northern Cherokee Nation is a 501c3.
This is a secure and easy way to donate and help your tribe.
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AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED,
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.
AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED,
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.
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