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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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

If you see the AmeriCorps logo say "Hello" and watch the work begin By ON Communications PAWHUSKA, Okla. (Oct. 22, 2015) — Terri Merrell, 19, is a lot like other young Osage women from the Osage Nation Reservation in Oklahoma. She lives in a small town with only a few employment and educational opportunities. But Merrell is among several local people who have signed up for an exciting opportunity

For the Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls Pawhuska, OK - On November 26, 2019, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order which established Operation Lady Justice, an interagency task force charged with developing an aggressive, government-wide strategy to address the crisis of missing and murdered women and girls in American Indian and Alaska Native communities The task force

Pawhuska, OK – (February 19, 2020)—The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Office of Justice Services (OJS), Indian Police Academy (IPA) and Division of Drug Enforcement (DDE) held an Opioid and Heroin Awareness Community Outreach at 9:00 a.m. in the Osage Nation Law Building. Special Agent Shawn Sheridan with the BIA and DDE gave an educational presentation about the Opioid/Heroin in Indian Country