Lumbee News

Congratulations to Amber Kline and her family on receiving $20,000 in Downpayment Assistance this week through the Lumbee Tribe Down-Payment Assistance program. Amber, a recent graduate of UNC Pembroke, is now teaching Pre-school in the Public Schools of Robeson County. She is purchasing her first home and will be living in the Back Swamp Community in District 20. Amber said she has waited nine years for this dream to come true. “I was so excited because, I've been waiting, I

Pembroke, NC (October 16, 2026) — Following the October Business Meeting, the Lumbee Tribal Council voted to pass the Gaming Ordinance (CLLO-2026-1015-04). In a vote of 14 to 2, the Tribal Council approved the legislation during a Special Called Meeting. Lumbee Tribal Council Speaker Alex Baker joined other council members in a standing ovation following the vote. “The Tribal Council has done its duty by carefully considering this ordinance, listening to our citizens, and mak

In a vote of 14 to 2, the Lumbee Tribal Council passed the Gaming Ordinance in a Special Called meeting tonight. The Chairman has 10 days to certify any ordinance that affects fundamental rights

During the October Lumbee Tribal Council Business Meeting, the council took time to recognize Allana Jackson for her efforts to support clearing the way to execute referendums in a constitutional matter. Speaker Baker said he thanked her for being an engaged citizen who stepped forward to find solutions for the constitutional issue in the Clean Water Ordinance. The moment was especially significant as the Lumbee People move toward a vote allowing our citizens to vote on the “

Are you planning to vote in the Lumbee Tribal Election on November 17th? Make sure your Lumbee Tribal Enrollment is updated. The Enrollment Department closes this Friday for the election.

Since our Enrollment Office reopened for updates, we have been welcoming Lumbee families from near and far as they come to update their tribal enrollment. Today Tribal Chairman Lowery had an opportunity to visit with Mr. WJ Strickland, his wife Barbara and their daughter Carmelia as they updated their enrollment. Mr. WJ and his family have been instrumental in helping Lumbee Families for more than 50 years. Mr. WJ helped start Lumbee Regional Development Association (LRDA) a

This afternoon, Tribal Chairman Lowery welcomed home, Eric Hunt, who is one of our most visionary Lumbee artists. Eric was home from Florida where he is a Creative Director for United Parks and Resorts. Eric started out as a young artist and illustrator in the Lumbee Tribal Territory, and you can find his designs at churches, schools, and he was even a map illustrator in the beginning. Today, Eric is an award-winning designer for entertainment, film, and theme parks. He put

ATTENTION VETERANS HOUSING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE! HUD-VASH VETERAN HOUSING APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is currently accepting applications for its HUD-VASH Housing Program, which helps eligible Native American veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness obtain safe, affordable, and stable housing. Our veterans served our country. Now it's our turn to help serve them. Who May Qualify? Native American veterans eligible f

Lumbee Tribal Chairman Lowery Signs Historic Indian Child Welfare Act Legislation Pembroke, NC (October 9, 2026) — Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery has signed the “Lumbee Indian Child Welfare Act”, which aims to protect the best interest of Lumbee Children and the rights of Lumbee families. On September 17, 2026, the Lumbee Tribal Council unanimously passed the Legislation. This historic legislation affirms the Tribe’s commitment to ensure that Lumbee children remain con

Lumbee Citizens, The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina encourages you to continue to be diligent to protect yourself from potential scams. Have you received a letter, call, text, social media post promising money or email asking for money? Stop and verify before you respond. Before you listen to someone offering money on our behalf or requesting money, please call our tribal office at 910.521.7861. Experts agree, scammers rely on fear, panic, and a false sense of urgency. Han