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Patriot Nations: Native Americans in Our Nation’s Armed Forces April 17, 2017 through July 31, 2017 8 am – 5 pm Lumbee Tribe Veteran Resource Center 204 West 3rd Street Pembroke, NC 28372 Patriot Nations tells the remarkable history of the brave American Indian and Alaska Native men and women who served in the United States military. Native people have participated in every major US military encounter from the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts in the Middle East, serving at a higher rate in proportion to their population than any other ethnic group. Visit the Lumbee Tribe Veteran Resource Center at 204 West 3rd street, Pembroke, NC. The display will be available from April 17, 2017 through July 31, 2017, 8 am to 5 pm. Admission is free and this event is open to the public. Patriot Nations: Native Americans in Our Nation’s Armed Forces was produced by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI). The exhibition was made possible by the generous support of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. For questions, please call us at (910)522-2190.

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina congratulates one of its own for bringing home the crown. We know Ms. Oxendine will not only represent the Lumbee people with grace and poise, but she will genuinely represent all Natives across the state of North Carolina. We look forward to your reign and the growth we are sure you will experience as you interact with people in your capacity as Miss Indian North Carolina. When asked how she felt about the crown the moment it was announced, she stated: "I waited a while to say anything because I LITERALLY had to make sure I wasn't dreaming. I can't believe this day has finally come and a secret dream of mine has come true! I want to thank everyone that has helped make this happen along the way. I couldn't have done it without you. I also want to thank every person for the outpour of immense love, kindness, and support you've given me. Thanks to those who believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself. Alina Freeman and Taylor thank you for pushing me you both were so good I was shaking in my knees every step of the way!! I feel like we got to know each other better and became better friends. Thank you Samantha Simmons-Alonso for being a great queen and giving me such big shoes to fill! Thanks to United Tribes, the MINC pageant committee, judges, and everyone else who made this pageant and conference so successful. And if I have forgotten anyone know you are endlessly loved by me! I know 2017 will be a year I will never forget! With love, YOUR Miss Indian NC 2017-2018 Kayla Jean Oxendine"

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina would like to congratulate the staff and members of the Tribe's Boys & Girls Clubs for their wins in the Juried Art Division at the NC Indian Unity Conference. Moving left to right the winners are: Addison Locklear, Honorable Mention in Pottery (she is standing in front of the young man with the beard); Kevin Locklear Melvin (Staff), Honorable Mention in Wood Burning (young man with the beard); Dylan Hammonds, 3rd Place in Beadwork; Kierra Wong, 1st Place in Pottery; Shareka Wilkins (Staff), 1st Place in Painting; Reggie Brewer (Staff), 1st Place in Beadwork (Standing behind with green colored top); Kelsey Hammond, 2nd Place in Mixed Media; 2nd Place in Pottery, 3rd Place in Pottery (Not Pictured). We want these participants to know that we appreciate them, we appreciate their artistic endeavors, and that we are proud they are members of the Lumbee family.

March 24, 2017: Amber Oxendine Zungia is one step closer to the American Dream - Home Ownership. Represented by District 10 Tribal Council Representative Janet Locklear, Amber is the latest recipient of Down Payment Assistance through the Lumbee Tribe's Home Ownership Program. She is on her way to living in a home she can claim as her own and she is all smiles. Congratulations, Amber.

March 22, 2017: Lumbee Heritage Elders Court, a ten unit complex owned and managed by the Lumbee Tribe and located in Scotland County, hosted an update from Chairman Harvey Godwin and other staff. Tribal Council Representative Shelley Strickland was also in attendance. Department of Energy Manager Patrick Strickland, introduced Ms. Sylvia Harris, who has been hired under a new grant program - Senior Solutions - to transport elders to medical appointments, grocery stores, banks, and other areas as identified by the group. Mr. Mark Strickland, Security Officer with the Tribe's Security Program, explained the purpose of the Security Program and how it would impact all properties managed and/or owned by the Lumbee Tribe. Chairman Godwin wrapped up the meeting with an update on all the activities the Tribe is involved in and upcoming events such as the annual Powwow, Strike at the Wind Production, community garden, and his vision to see that the Tribe gains full federal recognition. We want to thank Grace Kelly Deese-Oxendine, 37 Stock/Elders Housing Manager and Trinia Locklear, Lumbee Heritage Elders Court Manager for hosting this event and allowing interaction with our elders at this site.

Emmalee Collins is brimming with excitement at the thought of owning her own home. Thanks to the Lumbee Tribe's Housing Program, Ms. Collins will be able to do just that with a little help on the Down Payment that is always required when purchasing a home. A member of District 12, Ms. Collins is represented by Tribal Council Representatives Shelley Strickland and Ann Taylor. On behalf of the Tribe and Council, we congratulate you on achieving the American Dream.

Strike at the Wind auditions will be held on March 25 & 26, 10 am until 6 pm at the Pembroke Boys & Girls Club of the Lumbee Tribe. The Club is located behind the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex, 6984 NC Hwy 711 in Pembroke, NC. We are asking only those who will not have scheduling conflicts during rehearsals to audition. For additional information, please call (910) 521-7861.

Ms. Nikki Sewell is one of the latest recipient's of down payment assistance from the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Ms. Sewell is shown proudly displaying a markup check with Housing Manager Kathy Locklear. Congratulations to this future home owner.

Three recipients of the Tribe's Down Payment Assistance Program are pictured with their Tribal Council Representative. Ms. Crystal Parker and Mr. & Mrs. Jeremy Clark are pictured with Ms. Ann Taylor. Ms. Taylor is newly elected to the Council, representing District 12, which includes Alfordsville, Maxton, and Scotland County. The third recipient, Ms. Tammy Bell, is pictured with Mr. Jonathan Locklear of District 4, which consists of the Red Springs and Philadelphus communities. All recipients received their checks from Tribal Housing Manager Kathy Locklear. Through this tribal program, these families have made their first steps toward home ownership and pursuing the American dream. The Down Payment Assistance Program provides housing opportunities for qualified, low-to-moderate income tribal members. This one-time assistance affords tribal families an opportunity to purchase decent, sanitary, and safe housing. Down payment assistance in amounts ranging from $6,000 to a maximum of $12,000 is available to approved applicants. The amount of assistance is based upon the applicant's household income. Applications are accepted for down payment assistance from applicants who meet the eligibility requirements, which include, but are not limited to, the following: Applicant must be an actively enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Applicant must have obtained preapproval from a financial institution. Applicant must be at least 18 years of age. Applicant must be a first time home buyer. Applicants for down payment assistance must not have received prior housing assistance from the Lumbee Tribe or any other governmental housing agency for the construction or purchase of a home. Tribal members who receive down payment assistance must agree to use the home being purchased as their primary residence during the term of the agreement. The purchased home must be located within the tribal service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, and Scotland Counties. Applicants who receive down payment assistance will no longer be eligible for home ownership, rehabilitation, or additional down payment assistance from the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Applications for down payment assistance are accepted Monday - Friday, from 8 am until 4:30 pm.