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On this day in 1956, President Dwight Eisenhower signed the 1956 Lumbee Act. With this legislation, the United States Congress simultaneously acknowledged the Lumbee as an American Indian Nation and denied the Lumbee services and benefits based on their Indian status. 1953 – 1968 is known as the termination era of Federal Indian Policy, during which Congress terminated its relationship with 109 Indian nations. The Lumbee Act was passed during this time frame. The Federal Government has since ended its termination era policies and restored relationships with American Indian Tribes impacted by the termination era. Except for the Lumbee. Today, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is the only tribe that continues to be subject to termination era policy. Today we honor the efforts of our ancestors, forefathers and all Lumbee Diplomats who worked toward our recognition. We believe this a just cause and we continue to look for the day when their labor will be justified and our people given the appropriate and full federal recognition. God bless the Lumbee Nation! Photo - Robeson County Delegation fighting for recognition in Washington, D.C. - c. 1925 Collection of the Museum of the Southeast American Indian.

For Immediate Release Chairman John Lowery’s First Six Months in Office Affords Many Opportunities for Tribal Citizens

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Calling all current and rising high school students! Reserve your seat today for this great opportunity . Project Indigechoice takes you on a historically rich tour across North Carolina. To apply, visit www.lumbeetribe.com/projectindigechoice.

There are spaces still available for the Safeguarding Our Natural Heritage Youth Program Camp. It is free.

Lumbee Tribal Chairman John Lowery had the opportunity on Thursday to Speak on the Indian Country Today Newscast to discuss the creation of a Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources within the Lumbee Tribal Government. He shared how it would impact Lumbee farmers and producers and much more.

On May 26, 2022, the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. officially opened the Warriors' Way Veterans Village. The event was extra special for 5 veterans who received keys to a home in the community. The village is located in the Rowland Community. This neighborhood will house (10) ten veterans. North Carolina Lt. Governor Mark Robinson spoke at the event today. The ceremony featured a Flag Ceremony" as well as a Memorial Day Service as part of this special occasion. An all-Veteran Parachute team, All Veteran Group, opened the event with a parachute drop-in. For any Veterans interested in more information about the Lumbee Tribe HUD VASH Program, they may call Carla Clark at (910)-705-1862 or Janice Locklear at (910)-522-22088 at the Lumbee Tribe of N.C.

A District 3 Community Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 13, 2022. The meeting is hosted by Council members Pam Hunt & Harold Smith. The meeting is at 6:00 pm at the Resource Center on 1702 W. 5th Street in Lumberton, NC. Dinner will be served.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Leroy Freeman who passed on May 17, 2022. Mr. Leroy, 75, was a native of the Fairmont community. He will be remembered as a true leader, a veteran and a businessman who broke barriors for our tribal community and all Native People. He believed in supporting the community. He was a member of the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Mr. Freeman leaves his loving and devoted wife of 41 years, Rose Oxendine Freeman; two children, Adam Cranston Freeman, and Adrian Colby-Lynn Freeman, both of the home; his mother-in-law, Rosie Lee Oxendine; five sisters, Debbie Jacobs of Raeford, Myra F. Hunt of Charlotte, Rosie Lee Hunt of St. Pauls, Lori Ann Barnes (Allen) of Fairmont, and Linda O. Hunt (Clayton) of Fairmont; seven brothers, Christopher Sanderson (Charlotte) of Fairmont, Reverend Tony Hunt (Deana) of Raeford, Reverend BJ Hunt of Baltimore, Maryland, Harold Hunt of Fairmont, Willie James Hunt of Fairmont, Kenny Hunt (Geraldine) of Lumberton, and Curly Jr. Hunt (Mary) of Pembroke. Mr. Freeman also leaves a host of loving nieces and nephews to cherish his service to others, Corbin, Joshua, Aleshia, Jay, Robert, Lynn, Helena, Lenora, Tammy, Tee, Jonathan, Cynthia and dozens more. Several very spoiled family pets: Prince, Trouble, Angel and Bandit also shared a special place in Mr. Freeman's life. Mr. Freeman was an Army veteran. He was the retired owner of Freeman and Smith, Inc., later known as NYP Corp AMPACK Division, located in Lumberton. Mr. Freeman also owned the Snak Shak, a local restaurant in Fairmont, as well as being the co-owner of Heavenly Touch Home Healthcare, located in Pembroke. Mr. Freeman had extensive experience and success in providing services to Native American families in Robeson County and never once did he expect any return on his investment in the lives of other people. From 2000 to 2007, Mr. Freeman served in an elected position to the Board of Directors for Lumbee Regional Development Association. During this time, Mr. Freeman served as the Chairman of the Board for most of his tenure. In June 2001, Mr. Freeman was appointed by the then Gov. Mike Easley, to the N.C. Crime Commission. Mr. Freeman spent the majority of his life as an active participant in local and state politics. Over the years, Mr. Freeman was appointed to many local committees and organizations. His contributions and leadership resulted in new and improved services for his local community which are still ongoing today. On a personal note, Mr. Freeman's hobbies included politics, photography and watching television. He was an avid Carolina fan as well as a longtime benefactor for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Mr. Freeman was so thankful for his life of service and for all of the individuals who gave him a chance to work and serve so many good and worthy people. A couple of historical facts about the life of our Awesome Mr. Leroy Freeman's life: Mr. Freeman was instrumental in developing the color that became the official color of the sandbags that were later utilized for the protection of our soldiers during Desert Storm and secondly, Mr. Freeman worked extensively on the creation and design of the mail bags that are still the official form of transport for the U.S. Postal Service.

The Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center is officially open. The pool is open Monday, Memorial Day till 7 pm. The pre-summer schedule is Saturday and Sunday - Saturday 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Sunday 2 pm -6 pm Admission Prices: (CASH ONLY) $2 - With an Active Tribal Card (Must have card present) $3 - Without a Tribal Card $1 on Sunday The Cultural Center is located on Terry Sanford Drive in Maxton, NC.

On Thursday, the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. officially opened the Warriors' Way Veterans Village. The event was extra special for 5 veterans who received keys to a home in the community. The village is located in the Rowland Community. This neighborhood will house (10) ten veterans. North Carolina Lt. Governor Mark Robinson spoke of the importance of honoring our veterans and their role in our freedom. The ceremony featured a Flag Ceremony as well as a Memorial Day Service as part of this special occasion. An all-Veteran Parachute team, All Veteran Group, opened the event with a parachute drop-in. For any Veterans interested in more information about the Lumbee Tribe HUD VASH Program, they may call Carla Clark or Janice Locklear at the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. at 910.522.2208.