U.S. Department of the Interior Awards $19 Million After Successful Program Confirms Urgency OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (Sept. 26, 2023) - The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Orphaned Wells Program Office has awarded the Osage Nation’s Office of Self-Governance two grants - the Orphaned Well Program Development Grant and the Orphaned Wells Program Implementation Grant - totaling $19,100,414
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Osage Nation water rights include authority wherever water is located, including surface/underground, lakes, rivers and streams OSAGE RESERVATION, OKLA. (May 19, 2022) – Last week, the Osage Nation hosted a Department of the Interior water rights assessment team in order to help the United States better understand the nature and extent of the Nation’s water rights claims in Osage territory. The
ONCC to host Drive-Thru Narcan Training Event on Wednesday, June 7; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Oklahomans are becoming increasingly more aware of the epidemic America is currently facing regarding fentanyl and the fatalities it is causing. In 2022 fentanyl and other opioid-related overdoses increased 22% from the previous year, with the number only continuing to rise into 2023. To help combat this, it is
NEWS RELEASE New leadership and hard work pay off for program and clients By A.M. Jefferson, Osage Nation Photojournalist Osage Nation, Pawhuska, Okla. (May 4, 2015)—In writing class one thing stressed was to avoid using clichés. Be original. Be creative. But, every now and then, some of those adages simply carry a good lesson, thought or meaning. One that comes to mind is how work is its own
The Osage Nation Counseling Center (ONCC) Director and staff share a message of care and reminder that all those in need of counseling, can call the Counseling Center Hotline at (918) 287-5413. In times of sorrow and loss, as Osage People, we lean into our community for support. Our strength is in our Community, our strength is in our People. We celebrate our victories together and we grieve our
The event is free and open to the public on Thursday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Municipal Office, 705 N Lenapah Ave. OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (July 6, 2023) – The Osage Nation Counseling Center (ONCC) continues its Drive-Thru Narcan Training Series with an event on Thursday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Skiatook Municipal Office, 705 N Lenapah Ave., Oklahomans are
It can probably be said that everyone has experienced some type of hardship in his or her life, and certainly has known a family member or friend who has. Circumstances, often times, are beyond our control. Crisis Assistance (CA) may be an option to explore. The policy of the Office of the Chiefs is to provide support to Osage Nation citizens in times of legitimate crisis, regardless of place of
NOTICE: The Osage Nation Crisis Assistance Program makes payments directly to vendors, not applicants, to alleviate your crisis. OSAGE NATION SERVICE AREA, OKLA. (December 15, 2022) – The Osage Nation Financial Assistance Department is aware of the extreme hardships many Osage families are currently facing. In response, the Osage Nation Crisis Assistance Program has increased to $2,000 for the
Osage Nation Declares Juneteenth a National Holiday
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OSAGE RESERVATION, OKLA. (November 2, 2021) - On Monday, November 1, 2021, Osage Nation Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear signed legislation into law that recognizes Juneteenth as a national holiday for Osage Nation. Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated on the 19th day of June to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. “Juneteenth is a day of great importance,” said Chief
Osage Nation Delivers Over $60K in Charitable Donations to Kids’ Harbor and Citizens Against Domestic Violence
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Lake of the Ozarks – The Osage Nation, during an event in observance of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, presented over $60,000 in donations to two Lake of the Ozarks entities that support area victims of abuse and neglect. Each organization received $30,528.07 in donations. Last month, the Osage Nation hosted a liquidation auction of the Quality Inn and announced that all auction profits
OSAGE RESERVATION, OKLA. (April 18, 2022) – April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and Osage Nation’s Social Services and Child Care and Development Services Departments are teaming up to raise awareness. Blue ribbons, the child abuse awareness color symbol, can be found throughout the Osage Nation campus. In addition, an awareness walk will be held on Thursday, April 21 at 9:30 a.m. led by
PAWHUSKA, Okla. (June 1, 2015)—This past Thursday, the Osage Nation Counseling Center (ONCC) and Domestic Violence Program hosted a pancake breakfast for men only. LaVina Spotted Bear Clark, an Advocate with Domestic Violence, addressed the audience. She first talked about the White Ribbon Campaign. This program first began in Canada and according to their website, www.whiteribbon.org, has become
Pre-K-12th Grade Osage Youth Eligible to Receive $250 for Clothing, Supplies, Tech Assistance Osage youth, Pre-K through 12th Grade, are eligible to receive $250 for school clothing, supplies, and technology assistance as part of the Osage Nation Education Department's School Clothing, Supplies & Technology Assistance Program. The application opens on October 1, 2025, and closes on May 1, 2026
Osage Nation Education Department Director Mary Wildcat Appointed to Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education
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OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (April 9, 2024)—Osage Nation Education Department (ONED) Director Mary Wildcat has been appointed to the Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education (OACIE) by the Oklahoma House of Representatives. The OACIE produces an annual report with recommendations to the Oklahoma State Board of Education on educational matters affecting the education of Native American
Pawhuska, Oklahoma --- Thursday, November 7, 2019, the Osage Nation (ON) Education Department held its annual College and Career Fair at the Osage County Fairgrounds. Local Junior and Senior High School students visited the event while ON Departments and Programs, external companies, colleges, technical schools, and military recruiters set up and presented information booths for the students to
On Thursday, November 4, 2021, the Osage Nation (ON) Education Department held its annual College and Career Fair at the Osage County Fairgrounds. Local junior and senior high school students visited the event that featured college, technical school, and military recruiters along with career professionals who presented information for the students to explore. This activity introduces life beyond
The Osage Nation Education Department (ONED) hosted a Senior Orientation Event for the incoming Class of 2023 on July 12-13, 2022, at the ONED in Hominy, Oklahoma. Native American youth, who attended the event, received information regarding: college applications, career planning, scholarships, financial aid, and job readiness skills. They learned about the academic programs and student life at
OSAGE RESERVATION, OKLA. (April 25, 2022) – The Osage Nation Education Department received an $80,000 grant from the Marathon Community Investment Program. The funds will be used to support supplemental educational opportunities for Native youth such as the Summer Youth Workforce Development Program, CareerTech, the CyberPatriot Program, and field trips. “This new grant will allow us the
The Osage Nation Education Department (ONED) plans to host a series of college-focused events for eligible JOM Seniors, Class of 2023, during the week of October 17 – 21, 2022. Participating students will enjoy a college application night, an Oklahoma State University field trip, and various online activities. These events will occur in conjunction with the statewide College Application Week which
The Osage Nation Education Department (ONED) hosted a Senior Orientation Event for the incoming Class of 2024 on July 11-12, 2023, at the ONED in Hominy, Oklahoma. Native American youth, who attended the event, received information regarding college, financial aid, and job readiness skills. They also enjoyed fun workshops and outdoor activities. College admission representatives from Tulsa