Powerful Movement in Indian Education Pawhuska, Ok. – Chief Standing Bear has signed a resolution to charter Bacone College. Present were members of the Osage Nation Congress and the President of Bacone College, Dr. Ferlin Clark. Osage Nation Congressman John Maker sponsored ONCR 19-14 on June 19, 2019, during the Fourth Special Session. The Resolution was to authorize and approve a Charter of
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On Wednesday, June 12, 2025, Osage Nation Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear and Osage Agency Superintendent Adam Trumbly jointly signed a warranty deed for land into trust! The 0.48-acre tract will be the future site of an Osage Nation Satellite Office in Skiatook. The Satellite Office will include additional office space for the Osage Nation Tax Commission, Constituent Services, and the
Osage Nation Small Business Program Launches with $5 Million for Business Development Loans
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Funds for entrepreneurs and small businesses further strengthen Osage Nation culture and economic legacy OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (July 18, 2024) – Osage Nation is proud to launch its $5 million Osage Nation Small Business Program, a program made possible by the U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). This program will stimulate the local economy with loans and
The Osage Nation Social Services (ONSS) Department to present “Overcoming Bias,” a proposal selected from nationwide submissions by the National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA). ONSS will present its proposal at the 40th Annual NICWA’s “Protecting Our Children” Conference on April 4 - 6, 2022. "The staff of Osage Nation Social Services is thankful for the honor of being chosen to present
NEWS RELEASE Celebration includes activities for all ages By ON Communications PAWHUSKA, Okla. (Feb. 25, 2015)—Osage Nation Sovereignty Day is celebrated each year on March 11 in recognition of the ratification of the Constitution of the Osage Nation on March 11, 2006. Since that day the Nation has celebrated by hosting an open to the public Sovereignty Day dance. This year, the festivities have
Young attendees will have the opportunity to tour the base and explore career fields OSAGE RESERVATION, OKLA. (October 7, 2021) – Osage Nation is sponsoring a field trip to Tinker Air Force Base on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. The trip is for area Native American youth 6th through 12th grades. Osage preference will be given. Osage Nation Education and Financial Assistance Departments are
The Osage Nation Office of Strategic Planning Shooting Range Survey is seeking feedback for a shooting range in Osage County. Responses provided will determine the need, design, and structure. The survey is available from February 12 through February 26, 2024. Find the survey link here.
Osage Nation Submits Letter of Intent for Summer 2024 Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program Funding
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OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (January 9, 2024) – On January 5, 2024, the Osage Nation submitted a letter of intent for the Summer 2024 EBT Program funding to support families in need after the State of Oklahoma declined federal funding. Osage Nation’s Women, Infants, and Children’s (WIC) Department submitted the letter to the Food and Nutrition Services-USDA. The Osage Nation intends to serve
Shelf-stable breakfast and lunch meals available for those 18 years and younger OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (May 22, 2025) – The Osage Nation Social Services (ONSS) Department is participating in the Summer Food Service Feeding Program (SFSP) in partnership with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma. The program serves all children 18 years and younger (or age 19, if birthday was within the 2024
Osage Nation spent several weeks organizing a response to the Teacher Walk-out in Osage County. The Osage Nation team developed a comprehensive plan to support Osage families and more than 300 Osage children in the Public School System of Osage County. Osage Nation employees strengthened communication with Public School Districts, attended Board of Education meetings, and monitored social media as
OSAGE NATION SERVICE AREA (June 29, 2023) - The Osage Nation Tax Commission has updated its processes focused on protecting tribal members' identity and property. Effective July 1, 2023, all new/initial vehicle title registrations must be completed in person. The risk of titles being lost in the mail has increased, which can put members at risk for identity fraud and disruption in vehicle
Event to take place on Monday, May 8; 1 p.m. at Senior Drive and Osage Campus Rd. in Pawhuska, OK WHAT: The Osage Nation will break ground on the new Osage Nation Child Care Facility. The new building is planned to be 18,752 square feet, which includes eight classrooms, outdoor creative spaces, a kitchen, two indoor gross motor skills classrooms, a teacher training room, and office space for
Groundbreaking Scheduled for Monday, May 8; 10 a.m. at 602 East Main St. WHAT: The Osage Nation Visitor’s Center is set to break ground on a massive renovation and expansion project. The Osage Nation Visitors Center is Osage Nation’s first stop to welcome visitors to the Osage Reservation. The Center promotes Osage culture, Osage Nation services, and Osage-owned artists & businesses. The Osage
Help available immediately, Chief Standing Bear signed the MOU in late May and the Warden at Dick Conner Correctional Center signed this month By Osage Nation Communications Dick Conner Correctional Center in Hominy, Okla. Photo Courtesy Oklahoma Department of Corrections Pawhuska, Okla., (Tuesday, June 13, 2017) — A recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Osage Nation and
Event intended to increase exposure and enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering, arts, and math By ON Communications Pawhuska, Okla., (Thursday, February 9, 2017) — The Osage Nation is preparing for a big day of science fair fun with local seventh graders. The Osage Nation STEAM Science Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 21, to Friday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day at the Osage
Osage Nation invites all community members and organizations to participate in our first-ever Scarecrow Display! Let your imagination soar in this community-building opportunity.
Osage Nation is embarking on updating its strategic plan. This massive undertaking is critical for shaping our Nation's future, and your voices must be heard. Please join us in learning more about the strategic plan's importance, including how it is created and used to make significant decisions for our nation. There are two opportunities geared just for you; both come with chances to win a $100
First 1,500 tribal members who fully complete the census survey will receive a $100 gift card. All participants will be entered into a drawing to receive limited-edition Pendleton blankets OSAGE NATION SERVICE AREA, Okla. (May 30, 2023) – The Osage Nation Office of Strategic Planning is set to launch the Nation’s first-ever census from June 1, 2023, through July 31, 2023. The census aims to gather
Osage Nation to Open Visitors Center
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Osage Nation to Open Visitors Center By Cody Hammer, ON Communications PAWHUSKA, Okla. (Nov. 1, 2018) – We are excited to announce the grand opening of the Osage Nation Visitors Center. The Osage Nation Visitors Center provides accurate history of the Osage using technology and literature, providing an enhanced experience for all visitors. “It has been a long yet rewarding experience to be a part
Pre-K-12th Grade Osage Youth Eligible to Receive $250 for Clothing, Supplies, Tech Assistance OSAGE NATION SERVICE AREA, OKLA. (December 13, 2022) – Osage youth, Pre-K through 12th Grade, are eligible to receive $250 for school clothing, supplies, and technology assistance beginning in 2023. The application opens on January 1, 2023 and closes on May 1, 2023 for the academic year (2022-23 school