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Robert Williams, Jr. is the 2018 Elder in Residence at the UNC American Indian Center. He is the E. Thomas Sullivan Professor of Law and Faculty Co-Chair of the University of Arizona Indigenous Peoples Law & Policy Program. Professor Williams received his BA from Loyola College (1977) and his JD from Harvard Law School (1980). Professor Williams is Lumbee and still visits Robeson County on a regular basis to spend time with his family members and to take in the sights and sounds that are unique to this area and the Lumbee People. He took time out of his schedule as an Elder in Residence to speak to staff, council members, and visitors on a wide range of historical and current issues facing Indian country. He built into this discussion insight he has gained around the area of Tribal Enrollment. He gave numerous examples and ideas for our Council and staff to consider as we work through the process of updating the Lumbee Tribe's Enrollment Program. It was a lively discussion, and he left each of us with a lot to "chew" on. Thank you, Professor Williams, and blessings to you as you continue your work with American Indians across the continent.

Mr. Harry McNeil, a tribal member represented by Mr. Frank Cooper in District 11, says he is more than pleased with the work that has been done on his home. Assistance available through the Essential Single-Family Rehab Loan Pool-Disaster Recovery allowed Mr. McNeil to have new siding, new roof, and steps constructed at his home. Congratulations, Mr. McNeil!!!

Ms. Annie Hunt is a resident of District 14 and is represented by Tribal Councilwoman Barbara Lowery. Ms. Hunt's home was damaged by standing water left in the wake of 2016's Hurricane Matthew. Funding received by the Tribe under the Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool-Disaster Recovery through the NC Housing Finance Agency will allow her to have needed repairs done to her roof and floors. Ms. Lowery is looking forward to having these repairs completed and said she is "excited" to know that the work will soon be underway. She is shown signing the contract after careful explanation of the document was given by Rehab Secretary/File Clerk Nicole Dial. The gentleman signing is the contractor on the job, Mr. Mark Cummings of Lumber River Quality Building. Other Tribal members on hand to finalize the pre-inspections and contracts are Ms. Marbeth Pevia, Contractor Payable Specialist; David Locklear, Rehab Inspector; Sam Bird, Rehab Inspector, and Anthony Pevia, Rehab Coordinator.

Stop the Pain in partnership with the Burnt Swamp Baptist Association, the Lumbee Tribe, and the University of North Carolina at Pembroke will be working together to host A Night of Healing on May 3rd at 6 pm at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. The event is free and open to everyone and will include food, music, prayer, a memorial service, and access to local mental health providers. Please help us spread the word by sharing the attached flyer within your network, hanging it up at your place of work, or sharing on social media. We are also looking for individuals willing to share their story of recovery from violence or substance use. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact us. As always, thank you for your support!! Stop the Pain

Emergency Called Meeting “ Lumbee Tribal Consultation Rights regarding the Atlantic Coast Pipeline”. Thurs. Feb. 22, 2018 Following committee meetings

The Tribe will be closed for business on the following days in 2018: New Year’s Day Mon 1/01/18 Martin Luther King Day Mon 1/15/18 President’s Day Mon 2/19/18 Easter Monday Mon 4/02/18 Memorial Day Mon 5/28/18 Independence Day Wed 7/04/18 Labor Day Mon 9/03/18 Veteran’s Day Mon 11/12/18 Thanksgiving Day Thurs 11/22/18 Day after Thanksgiving Fri 11/23/18 Christmas Eve Mon 12/24/18 Christmas Day Tues 12/25/18 Day after Christmas Wed 12/26/18 (FB2/21/2018)

Dance of the Spring Moon Powwow Dates: May 4, 5, & 6 2018 Place: Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center 638 Terry Sandford Drive Maxton, NC FREE PARKING at the Cultural Center FREE PARKING FREE PARKING Stay tuned for the flyer that will be posted as soon as we confirm host hotels. Make your plans now to come out and join us for this weekend of dancing, music, & fellowship. For more information, please click here.