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Message from Lumbee Tribal Chairman Lowery. The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina administrative team is continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Debby as the storm moves farther inland today. We are working collaboratively with Robeson County officials and our local governments to be at the ready to assist our tribal citizens and community members as requested. The Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex and all tribal offices will be closed on Friday, August 9, 2024 for normal business operations. As rain continues to fall, there is flooding in areas across our tribal territory. We hope everyone will use caution and stay off the roads, listen to local law enforcement and emergency management officials, in order to keep you and your families safe. Sincerely, John L. Lowery Tribal Chairman

Press Release The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Awarded $4.6 Million dollars from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Housing Needs Pembroke, NC (August 5, 2024) - The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has been awarded $4,663,585.00, through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) Competitive Grant Program. The IHBG-Competitive program seeks to address housing issues in Indian Country by allowing Tribes to access additional funds to meet housing needs in their communities. The LTNC Housing Department will utilize these competitive grant funds to continue development of the Pine Needles Elder Village Project in Rowland, North Carolina. The funds will be used to construct an additional twenty (20) affordable elder housing units at that site. The Lumbee Tribe held a ribbon cutting in April to celebrate the first three homes which were built on this site. There will be 23 homes built in the community, which is located less than a mile from Interstate 95 and just outside the Town of Rowland. The rental homes are 1200 square feet and have two bedrooms and one bath. The Lumbee Tribe opened the administration building in 2023. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the overall awards totaling $150.9 million for new affordable and innovative housing investments in Tribal communities. The Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) Competitive funds play a crucial role in bolstering vibrant American Indian and Alaska Native communities. These funds are designated for various purposes, such as new construction, rehabilitation, and infrastructure to support affordable housing within Indian reservations and similar areas. The IHBG Competitive program holds particular significance for Tribal communities as it injects essential financial resources for the construction of new affordable housing for disadvantaged Tribal families. To see the full press release and list of all recipients visit https://www.hud.gov/.../press_releases.../HUD_No_24_196

The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Housing Complex and all Tribal Offices will close today at 5 pm and remained closed Wednesday, August 7th and Thursday, August 8th in preparation of anticipated inclement weather from Tropical Storm Debby. We want to ensure the safety of our staff and encourage our tribal citizens and community to be cautious during this storm. Our tribal offices are scheduled to reopen Friday, August 9th.  All Lumbee Tribe Boys & Girls Clubs will re-open on Monday, August 12, 2024.

The latest TS Debby Briefing from the National Weather Service. Highlights - Extreme rainfall with projected 10 to 15 inch amounts, and some areas with 15 to 20 inches, will result in life-threatening flooding. The flooding risk will increase today into Wednesday and Thursday, then begin to decrease during Friday Storm surge inundation of 2 to 4 feet is possible for Brunswick, Horry, and Georgetown Counties where a Storm Surge Watch is currently in place. Isolated tornadoes are possible today through Thursday Forecast Confidence: High with respect to heavy rainfall and flooding, medium with surge, wind, and tornadoes.

Lumbee Tribal Support Services and Mortgage Pandemic Relief Program (MPRP) is closed today for staff development.

We look forward to seeing you TODAY, August 1, 2024 for the last Lumbee Insurance Fair Information Session at 3 pm. Do you or your family lack health or life insurance? Come out and visit with insurance providers and get information about health and life insurance. This session is going to be at the Pembroke Boys & Girls club address at 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC 28372 from 3 till 6 pm. There will also be "Back to School" Supplies for students (While supplies last). It is still July, but school days are just around the corner.

Visit our online store to purchase your Official Lumbee Tribe of N.C. merchandise. We have Lumbee homecoming shirts, LTNC patch, Jibbitzs, and hats! All proceeds will support the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Dance of the Harvest Moon Powwow. You may purchase any of our items on our online store at https://lumbee-tribe-of-nc.square.site/s/shop  or scan the QR Code! If you have any questions, please contact 910.521.7861. Adult T-Shirts (50/50): $25 each or 2/$40 Adult Dri-Fit: $25 Kid’s 50/50 T-Shirts: $20 or 2/$30 Kid’s Dri-Fit: $20 Lumbee Women/Men Nike Polo: $60 Patches $8.00 Ball Caps: $30

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Lumbee Insurance Fair Information Session and “Back to School” Giveaway in Hoke County this afternoon. Those who dropped by visited with insurance providers and received information about health and life insurance. This is the first of two sessions this week. If you missed today, please come out Thursday, August 1, 2024 at the Pembroke Boys & Girls club, at 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC. That session is also from 3 till 6 pm. Parents don’t miss the "Back to School" Supplies for students (While supplies last). It is still July, but school days are just around the corner.

Thank you to everyone that attended the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s District 2 Community Meeting hosted by Councilmen Gerald Goolsby and Graylen Mitchell at the Southern Spirit Boys & Girls Club. Lumbee Tribal staff provided key information regarding the services and programs offered to Lumbee Tribal members. CIP, Crisis Intervention Program, provides individuals that have experienced a sudden crisis with financial assistance. The Enrollment Department is OPEN until 8 pm on Mondays. The Homeownership Program is currently offering tribal members that qualify the opportunity to own and build their first home with 1% interest. They also discussed the renovations that will occur at the cultural center. These renovations include completing the other half of the circle of the arbor, adding water and sewage to allow for camping, as well as establishing a historically accurate living village. Staff touched on the creation of the Agriculture & Natural Resources (ANR) and Health & Human Services Departments. The Health & Human Services has collected over 800 surveys that describes and reveals the health needs throughout our tribe. Together we can solve our healthcare problem. The ANR Department is currently working on a Farmers Directory, which will serve as an aid to help farmers with what they may need. They have also established nature and foraging trails at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. Tribal members are able to apply for services and programs on our website at https://www.lumbeetribe.com/services  or call 910.521.7861.

You are invited to the District 3, Back to School/Community event on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 10 am till 1 pm at Rogers' Screen Printing on 4555 Fayetteville Road in Lumberton, NC. The event is hosted by Council Representatives Pam Hunt and Harold Smith. The “Back to School” community event will include FREE school supplies, food and ice cream and activities for the children.

The “Strike at the Wind!” Outdoor drama performance which was scheduled for tonight, July 25, 2024 has been cancelled due to potential inclement weather. Tickets for tonight’s performance will be good for Friday or Saturday, July 26 & 27 (If space is available.) The pre-show begins at 6:40 pm and the drama begins at 7:30 pm. The Adolph Dial Amphitheatre is located at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center on Terry Sanford Drive in Maxton, NC. To purchase tickets or ticket information, visit uncp.edu/gpac or call the Givens Performing Arts Center Box Office at 910.521.6361 or you may also purchase tickets in person at the GPAC Box Office.