Indigenous People

Federal board defers vote to rename Mount Evans at tribal government’s request

A request by a tribal government to have a “consultation” delays the vote to change the controversial name of 14,000-foot peak west of Denver

DATE: Mar 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado governor asks U.S. to change Mount Evans’ name to Mount Blue Sky

The request is second-to-last step in the renaming process

DATE: Mar 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

State office aims to address crimes against Indigenous people

Director says the office is moving as fast as it can, but needs the help of law enforcement

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Tribal leaders stress education, water issues in first-of-its-kind address to Colorado lawmakers

Chairmen of Southern Ute and Ute Mountain Ute tribes highlight need for consultation and cooperation

DATE: Jan 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Navajo dictionary provides scientific terms for Native speakers

Sterling Martin studied biochemistry in college but found some words don’t translate into Diné Bizaad

DATE: Dec 4, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Indigenous women face murder rates at 10 times the national average

Local symposium aims to foster conversation around Native communities and their long-ignored femicide crisis

DATE: Nov 17, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Sorry’ isn’t enough, some say, after city of Durango wishes residents ‘Happy Columbus Day’

Community Relations Commission seeks action after controversial Facebook post

DATE: Oct 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southern Ute Tribe workshops strive to preserve cultural traditions

Jerky and drying class an opportunity to learn from elders a tradition that is quickly disappearing

DATE: Oct 17, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Native pride shines in Durango

Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated in community once located on Ute tribal land

DATE: Oct 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

N.M. governor voids territorial orders targeting Native Americans

In Santa Fe, Indigenous Day marchers raise awareness about missing and slain Native Americans

DATE: Oct 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Park Elementary celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day with cooking activities

Students make blue corn mush while sharing and discussing culture

DATE: Oct 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango School District 9-R to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day with events

District launches new diversity program dedicated to cultural awareness

DATE: Sep 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

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