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Tribal Chairman Harvey Godwin issued the following statement on the passing of Mrs. Bertha Daniel Richardson, the mother of Gregory A. Richardson, Executive Director of the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs. Mrs. Richardson passed away Saturday. She was a well-respected tribal elder in the Haliwa-Saponi tribal community of Hollister, N.C. She was the wife of the late Chief Jessie W. Richardson of the Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe. “Her wisdom enlightened and touched so many of our hearts and minds,” Godwin said. “It was an honor to have known such a great person with such a strong impact and roots within our tribal communities. May her servitude and stewardship continue to thrive through the lives in which she touched. We pray that our Heavenly Father will grant the needed strength to the families of her loved ones. On behalf of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, I offer my sincere condolences.”

Lumbee Tribal Chairman Harvey Godwin released the following statement about the passing of Mr. Bruce Barton, a retired educator, journalist and historian who passed Saturday. “On behalf of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, I offer my sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Mr. Bruce Barton,” Godwin said. “He was a Lumbee icon as well as an educator and mentor to many. Bruce is probably known best for his work as a journalist and founder of the Carolina Indian Voice newspaper. But, he was a man of many skills who always advocated for the advancement of Indian people. Our tribe was fortunate to have been blessed with a man with such passion for his people.”

Congratulations to Ashton Locklear. She was selected as an alternate on Olympic team. Great job Ashton. We're proud of you. Great day to be a Lumbee!!!

Lumbee Homecoming T-shirts are for sale at the Lumbee Tribal Complex, the Turtle, at 6984 N.C. 711 in Pembroke. The shirts are available in sizes S-3XL. The price is $12 each. Call (910) 521-7861 for more information.

There will be a public hearing on the Lumbee tribal chairman’s proposed $19.2 million annual budget at 10 a.m. Friday at the Lumbee Tribal Complex at 6984 N.C. 711. Tribal Chairman Harvey Godwin released the proposed 2016-2017 budget at his annual State of the Tribe address July 1 at the Pembroke Boy’s and Girl’s club. Tribal Councilwoman Janie McFarland will conduct the meeting. She is tribal council treasurer. For more information, call Tammy Maynor, director of government affairs, at (910) 521-7861.

In accordance to the Tribal Consitution, Chairman Godwin delivered his annual State of the Tribe address today detailing his proposed 2017 budget and multi-year strategic plan.

LUMBEE TRIBE OF NORTH CAROLINA RESTRICTED SOLICITATION THIS INVITATION IS RESTRICTED TO QUALIFIED TRIBAL AND /OR INDIAN OWNED ECONOMIC ENTERPRISES AND ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF 2 (Two) SINGLE FAMILY HOMES THIS IS A SINGLE PRIME SOLICITATION FOR LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTORS: The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina will receive SEALED BIDS, mailed or hand delivered, until 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 18th,2016 at the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex located at P.O. Box 2709 ( 6984 NC Hwy. 711 West) Pembroke, North Carolina 28372; ATTN: Anthony Holden . Bids will be opened and read aloud on Tuesday, July 19th, 2016 at 11:00 am in Conference Chambers located at the above address. The Lumbee Tribe is soliciting sealed bids for contractors to construct Two (2) single family homes. These homes will be constructed on scattered sites and on tribally owned land located within the tribal territory. Contractors will be responsible for all permits, materials, labor, and utilities for the entire project. Contractors must submit documentation of: General Liability insurance coverage- $500,000 North Carolina General Contractors License (with proper classification) Workers’ Compensation- $250,000 Surety bid bond, certified check, or letter of irrevocable credit specified for each particular job, equivalent to 5% of the bid price Statement identifying business as Indian owned and operated A list of subcontractors and material suppliers. NOTE: ALL BONDING COMPANIES MUST BE ON THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY’S LISTING OF APPROVED SURETIES Bids not containing ALL listed items will be deemed incomplete and unacceptable. All qualified proposals meeting required terms and specifications will be evaluated and approval made by the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina to constitute the most responsible bid for the services requested. A firm fixed price contract award will be made in writing to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. As stated in 2 CFR part 200.320 (C) (2) (iv). For contracts exceeding $150,000, the selected contractor will be required, within 14 calendar days, to produce a payment and performance bond for 100% of contract amount. Contractor is responsible for a builder’s risk insurance policy for each project. 75% of all subcontracts and material suppliers shall be with Tribal and /or Indian-owned economic enterprises and organizations. The submitted list of subcontractors/material suppliers cannot be changed without written permission from the Owner. Contracts may be terminated for improper subcontracting, failure to supply wage or sales tax information, or false certification as to subcontracting with Tribal and/or Indian-owned economic enterprises and organizations. Contact Anthony Holden at 910-522-2223 at the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex located at (6984 NC Hwy. 711, Pembroke, NC 28372) for blueprints and specifications on these homes. A refundable $200 deposit is required for blueprints and specifications. The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals presented and the right to waive any informalities or irregularities.

Lumbee Tribe’s t-shirts available at Lumbee Tribal Office and Pembroke Walmart PEMBROKE – Lumbee Homecoming t-shirts will be available tomorrow at the Pembroke Walmart and at the Lumbee Tribe’s housing complex in Pembroke. The shirts go on sale for $12 each at 8 a.m. on Thursday at the tribe. They are available in all sizes up to 3X. The colors are khaki, slate gray, red and sky blue. Lumbee artist Chevron Lowery designed the t-shirts. They feature a computer-enhanced image of a Native American warrior with a variety of vibrant colors exploding from the image. The t-shirts will be available at Walmart tomorrow and at the Lumbee Tribe’s office at 8 a.m. Lowery is a native of Lumberton. He is the son of Wendell and Gloria Lowery. He had a wonderful art teacher who inspired him greatly – his mother – a retired art teacher and prominent Lumbee artist. Lowery said his parents taught him a great appreciation of his culture. He said as a child coming through the Robeson County school system, he always had close ties to his Native community. “I have always had the greatest respect for my people as my father regaled me with stories of the struggle and triumphs of our past,” Lowery said. “As an influential participant in the rise of Lumbee political power and presence, he and my mother have great insights into what it was and is to be a Lumbee Indian. My mother was an incredible source of inspiration and knowledge for my own artistic endeavors.” Lowery said it has been a pleasure designing the Lumbee Tribe’s 2016 Lumbee Homecoming shirt. His artwork bursting from the front of the shirt in a colorful design of his imagination gives him a sense of pride. But, the tribal logo adorning the back brings all that pride full circle. It brings him back to the time he first heard stories of his people’s rich heritage and history. And, those endless hours of lessons from his favorite teacher of all time. She is still there to lend a helping hand as well, Lowery said. “Having her experience and skill to lean on has meant a great deal to me,” Lowery said. “I strive to be as creative and as skilled as she is. There is a great reservoir of talent in our people, and I am glad that there are sources like the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina that help promote them.” The t-shirts are available for $11.88 at the Pembroke Walmart. They will be available for $12 at the tribe tomorrow. For more information, visit www.lumbeetribe.com or call (910) 521-7861.

This stunning, traditional Lumbee shawl was handcrafted by members of the Soaring Eagle Elders Club on Norment Road in Lumberton. The group meets every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. These Lumbee elders spent countless hours meticulously stitching the traditional Lumbee pinecone patchwork designs into the polyester Gabardine material. They spent three weeks alone hand stitching the holes for the purple tassels adorning the shawl. Audrey Locklear and Elsie Hunt delivered the artwork to Tribal Chairman Harvey Godwinon Monday to display in the lobby of the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex at 6984 N.C. 711 in Pembroke. The shawl features a classy purple pinecone patchwork design in the back center constructed from 2-inch square fabric patterns hand stitched perfectly into place. A stylish pinecone pebble adorns the center to hide the final stitches while a white lace covers the outer layer of stitches. Anyone interested in viewing the artwork, may visit the Lumbee Tribe or call (910) 521-7861 for more information.

Jonathan Brooks, Boyd Lindsey and other members of Moccasins Across America have taken the lead role in running with the Longest Walk 5 runners as they trek their way across America to raise awareness about drug abuse and domestic violence in Indian country.

Chairman Harvey Godwin will deliver his State of the Tribe address at 12 p.m. at the Pembroke Boys and Club, behind the Tribal Administration Building on July 1. All tribal members are encouraged to attend. In an effort to provide every tribal member the opportunity to take part in his annual address, a live stream broadcast will be available to the membership on the tribe’s website at http://www.lumbeetribe.com/. For more information, call (910) 521-7861.