Lumbee News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2026 Contact: Tasha Oxendine, Lumbee Tribe Public Relations Manager, taoxendine@lumbeetribe.com | 910.522.5185 Lumbee Tribal Council Speaker Alex Baker Selected for North Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows Program Pembroke, NC - The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is proud to announce that Alex Baker, Lumbee Tribal Council Speaker (Tribal District 13 Representative), has been selected to join the sixth cohort of the North Carolina Hunt State Po

The Lumbee Tribe was proud to participate in the National Indian Health Board (NIHB) National Tribal Health Conference, a week-long gathering that brought together American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal leaders, health professionals, advocates, and partners from across Indian Country. The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is led by Executive Director A.C. Locklear, a proud citizen of the Lumbee Nation. The conference also featured Lumbee citizens Ciera Locklear, Courtney

Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery Unveils New Vision of Lumbee River Health System Hello Everyone, In our first eight months as a fully federally recognized nation, this government has been having important conversations about what the future of health care can and should look like for the Lumbee Tribe. As we prepare to enter the world of Indian Health Service (IHS) and explore the opportunities available to us, our goal is not only to expand access to health care but als

This week as the school year kicked off across the region, Lumbee Tribal Council District 8 Representative Kathy Hunt presented school supplies to Principal Billy Haggans and the staff at Union Chapel Elementary School. The supplies included bags, paper, pens and crayons to students. "I'm excited to give back to my community to help our students get ready for a successful school year," said Mrs. Kathy.

Today, Lumbee Tribal Chairman Lowery, the administration team and members of our Health and Human Services Department and Agriculture Department met with NC Secretary of the Department of Administration Gabriel J. Esparza to discuss potential needs of the tribe. Secretary Esperanza said he and his staff are committed to supporting tribal communities.

Pajamas & Pages Reading Night Grab your favorite pajamas, bring your love for books, and join Project CREATE and UNCP for a cozy evening of stories, learning, and family fun! September 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM. This special night is designed for Pre-K through 2nd grade students and their parents to enjoy reading together while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're a bookworm or just beginning your reading journey, there's a place for you! Don't miss this magi

Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina staff met with the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) Indian Child Welfare (ICWA) as well as the Department of Transportation (NC DOT) today strengthen our collaboration and discuss ways to better serve Lumbee families involved in the foster care system as well as to discuss current and future transportation opportunities for the Tribe. "It is good to have our state partners here as we continue discussions about the next steps

We are excited to announce additional details about our Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s “Dance of the Harvest Moon” Powwow. It is just around the corner. Join us on September 25-27, 2026 at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. Don't miss the dancers from all across the nation as they compete in the specials, which include the Chairman’s Special Lumbee Women’s Pinecone Patchwork Southern Traditional, Eastern Woodland Spotlight Special, Women’s Southern Traditional, the Fancy, Ji