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Calling all bikers to the Lumbee Tribe’s 1st Annual Bike Fest. You are invited to an afternoon of fun, great food and biker fellowship. The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 2 pm till 8 pm at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center on Terry Sanford Drive in Maxton. The event is free. Plan for a 50/50 raffle. Participants may also purchase lunch and a commemorative photo.

Congratulations to Courtney Chavis in her new role as the Executive Director at Sovereign Equity Fund (SEF). She is the first Executive Director at Sovereign Equity Fund (SEF) with a background in philanthropy, community development, and grant management. This appointment comes following her impactful tenure as Grants Manager at the National Congress of American Indians, where she played a pivotal role in advancing the organization's mission to enhance the well-being of Native communities. Courtney is a citizen of the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. During her tenure at the National Congress of American Indians, Chavis spearheaded efforts to streamline internal grant management processes, significantly enhancing the organization's capacity to support Native communities nationwide. Her contributions were instrumental in securing critical funding and driving impactful programs to improve Indigenous peoples' quality of life. To read the full story, click here https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Courtney-Chavis...

We send our deepest respect and condolences to the family of Mr. Noah Woods. Mr. Noah passed from this earthly life on Friday, March 29th. He will be remembered for his warm smile and gentle way that he made everyone feel important. Mr. Noah was a visionary and a statesman who led with honor and dignity. For thousands of children across our territory, he was a kind educator or principal, who encouraged you every day and guided your educational journey toward success. He dedicated almost forty years to the education of children in Robeson County. Mr. Noah also spent almost thirty years as a Robeson County Commissioner and would serve as Chairman of the Board of Commissioners from 2006 through 2015. His most well-known saying was “He loved the Great State of Robeson.” Mr. Noah’s vision for a better Robeson County led him to advocate across the state and on every level for his fellow citizens. He served as president of the NC Association of County Commissioners in 2003. While he was president, community members remarked how he would visit every county in the state to make sure those counties were taken care of. “He wanted Robeson to be included on a broader state level in a more collaborative approach to county government,” stated Kelly Blue, Robeson County Manager. Today people all across Robeson County receive the benefit of Mr. Noah’s vision. He was instrumental in the construction of the new Robeson County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). He also played a key role in the construction of the new Robeson County Department of Social Services building and the remodel of the old DSS building to bring a number of county services under one roof thereby creating what he would call a “One stop shop” for citizens. These 3 projects would be extremely beneficial during and after Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Fran. Alongside the love of his life, Dr. Ruth Dial Woods, they were a force for the people of Robeson County, but also the Lumbee People. Mr. Noah will be missed. Noah Woods Obituary Noah Woods was born August 5th, 1939 in Robeson County N.C. and was called to his heavenly home on Friday March 29, 2024. He departed this life peacefully at home with family by his side. Noah was the son of the late Curtis Woods and Mary Wynn. He was preceded in death by son, Cary Woods and love of his life, Ruth Dial Woods. Noah is survived by sons, Marshall Locklear of Stafford, VA.; Perry Woods (Beverly) of Maxton, Noah Ollin Woods (Meg) of Wilmington, Aaron Woods of Pembroke, and daughter, Connie Williamson (Mike) of Pembroke, sisters, Mildred Maynor, Effie Mae Locklear, Alice Hunt, Margaret Hiraldo, Rebecca Hunt, brothers, Murphy Woods, Hardy Ray Wynn and Samuel Wynn, grandchildren, Alex Locklear, Preston Locklear, Amber Woods, Brandon Woods, Carla Locklear (Christopher), Amy Woods, Lily Grace Woods, Noah Aiden Woods, Ruby Jane Woods, Johnathan Williamson, Lauren O'Connor (Cormac), as well as many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, caretakers and neighbors. He was a graduate of Pembroke State University (1962) and received his masters from East Carolina (1972). Noah started his career in public education in 1962 until he retired in July 2000. He had a desire to meet the needs of his family as well as the community in which he served as a Robeson County Commissioner for 28 years. Noah served his community for over 30 years as an educator and public servant and was committed to make a difference in the life of anyone he met. He was extremely active in his local church, welcoming and acknowledging other's testimonies and prayer concerns. He financially supported children and others who desired to participate in local and outside church missions and activities. His servanthood as a Christian man who wore the suit, definitely deserves praise. Funeral Services - Visitation Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 1:00 pm Oxendine Elementary School 5599 Oxendine School Road Maxton, NC 28364 Funeral Services Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 3:00 pm Cherokee Holiness Church 5739 Oxendine School Rd. Maxton, NC 28364

The Qualified Bidders List is NOW OPEN! Apply Today! The Lumbee Tribe Rehabilitation Housing Program is accepting new contractor applications for the following trades: General, Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC. The Rehabilitation Program accepts applications for new contractors twice a year ONLY. Any American Indian contractor who would like to place their name/business on the Qualified Bidders List for the Lumbee Tribe Rehabilitation Housing Program must submit an application by mail or by the drop off box at the Tribal Housing Complex located at 6984 NC 711 in Pembroke, NC 28372. Address submissions to the attention of Jessica Jones. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, April 30, 2024 by 3 pm. For applications or additional questions, contact Jessica Jones at 910.522.5466 or jljones@lumbeetribe.com

The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Housing Complex and all Tribal Offices will close at 3 pm on Friday, March 29, 2024. Our offices will also be closed on Monday, April 1, 2024 for the Easter Holiday.

The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. has posted a 2017 Ford Escape on govdeals.com for auction. It will be on the site for 10 days. If interested, go on the site and create an account and bid. Remember you will have to pay a buyer's premium to govdeals.com which is 12.5% on top of what you bid on the vehicle if you win the bid. https://www.govdeals.com/preview-asset/20/21894

For Immediate Release Pembroke, NC (March 26, 2024) - Women and children experiencing domestic violence have a new advocate within the Lumbee Tribal Territory. This week, Melissa Hunt, END Project Coordinator will be reaching out to Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Community partners to share information and spread the word about a new tool to help victims of violence. The program, Enlightening Native Daughters or (END) program, is a $198,000 grant to provide safety, support, intervention, court advocacy and direct services to American Indian women and children suffering from sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking across the four-county tribal territory. The funding for the program came from the N.C. Department of Public Safety, Governor’s Crime Commission through the VAWA – Violence Against Women Act. Erica Locklear, END Program Manager, said domestic violence and sexual abuse among Lumbee people has become a problem of epic proportions that affects both our elderly and young females. “Domestic violence numbers have continued to increase across our tribal territory,” said Locklear. “Our work to end violence against women requires every community member to break through denial and realize that battering is occurring in epic proportions in our communities. We must work together to find ways to weaken a batterers’ opportunity and empower our women.” See full attached Press Release.

Thank you to Dr. Cherry Beasley and Dr. Ronnie Bell on your efforts to improve health throughout the Lumbee Tribal Territory and across North Carolina. The Lumbee Tribal Council recognized Dr. Beasley and Dr. Bell at the March business meeting on Thursday for their tremendous work to improve health. Dr. Beasley is the first Lumbee to serve on the North Carolina Minority Health Board. Dr. Bell was recently appointed to serve on the National Minority Health Advisory Committee.

Women from across the region had an opportunity to hear an incredibly encouraging story and meet Arlinda Locklear on Friday at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke's annual Women’s Empowerment Summit. The Summit includes guest speakers, networking opportunities, and storytelling with a goal to help those in attendance feel empowered. This year’s theme was "Preserving HERstory.” One of the keynote speakers was Arlinda Locklear. Locklear is an expert in federal Indian law. She was the first Lumbee woman to present her argument before the U.S. Supreme Court. Locklear has fought for over 20 years, alongside many others, for the Lumbee Tribe of NC to receive full federal recognition.

Congratulations to the coordinators and sponsors of the 19th Annual Southeast Native Studies Conference which was hosted this week at UNC Pembroke. The conference featured several thought provoking sessions on American Indian Culture, new Native Archeology collaborations, educational challenges for Native students and educational choice and much more. The two-day event, which wrapped up today, was hosted at the Museum of the Southeast American Indian