Cherokee Nation contributes $476,000 to rural fire departments

The Cherokee Nation held its 2025 Volunteer Firefighter Appreciation Banquet May 8 and contributed nearly half a million dollars total to 136 northeast Oklahoma rural fire departments. Each of the 136 fire departments is receiving $3,500 as part of the tribe’s contributions.

Our Responsibility in the Fight Against MMIP

Protecting Cherokee Nation's sovereignty requires constant vigilance, particularly in ensuring the federal government upholds its solemn trust responsibilities to provide for the health and well-being of our people. 

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Cherokee Nation honors veteran during April Council meeting

During the April meeting of the Council of the Cherokee Nation, Cherokee veteran Lee Roy Smith was recognized by Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Secretary of State Canaan Duncan, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs S. Joe Crittenden, acknowledging his service and sacrifice to this country.

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Cherokee Nation honors veteran during April Council meeting

During the April meeting of the Council of the Cherokee Nation, Cherokee veteran Lee Roy Smith was recognized by Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Secretary of State Canaan Duncan, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs S. Joe Crittenden, acknowledging his service and sacrifice to this country.

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