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Thank you again to everyone who came out this weekend to our annual Lumbee Tribe Fall Festival, fish fry and 5K Run and walk. Here are a few photos from this weekend which spotlight all the good times and good food! The weather was beautiful so it was a perfect day to be at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural center with all our families, friends, neighbors, and community members enjoying fish and sweet potatoes, just like our ancestors.

District 14 Community Meeting will be held Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00 pm at First Nation Boys & Girls Club at 784 Singletary Church Rd. in Lumberton, NC. The event is hosted by Council Member Homer Fields. The meeting will offer information about tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served.

Today, we welcomed students and staff from Scotland County Schools to the Lumbee Cultural Center for a day of learning and cultural sharing. The visit began with the blowing of the conch shell by Reggie Brewer, followed by greetings from Chairman John Lowery, Tribal Staff, and the Culture Team. Students toured the grounds, explored key sites, and joined in an interactive stickball demonstration. We are grateful to Scotland County Schools for spending the day with us and celebrating Lumbee history, culture, and traditions.

On Monday, the Lumbee Tribe Energy Department will begin accepting applications for the Heating Assistance Program, which will be open from November 3, 2025, through December 5, 2025. The Low Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will provide a one-time heating benefit to income-eligible households, paid directly towards their heating source.  Tribal Members may apply in person at the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex. Completed applications with all the required paperwork from the checklist may be delivered to the drop box at the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex at 6984 NC 711, Pembroke, NC. Checklist information is available at https://www.lumbeetribe.com/energydept The decision to change the dates for the Heating Assistance Program was made by our Tribal Administration due to the current status of the Government shutdown. The updated dates are continguent upon if, and when, the Government ends the current shutdown. Any updated information will be released as soon as it is received on our tribal website and social media.

Tribal Chairman John Lowery had the honor of spending time with one of our own rising stars – Rob Cole, a contestant on The Voice Season 28! Rob’s incredible talent, passion, and dedication to his music are opening doors and showcasing the strength of our community on a national stage. His journey is just beginning, and we are so proud to stand behind him as he shares his voice with the world.  Be sure to tune in to The Voice on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC and next day on Peacock and cheer him on!

The Qualified Bidders List is NOW OPEN! Apply Today! The Lumbee Tribe Rehabilitation Housing Program is accepting new contractor applications for the following trades: Plumbing, Electrical, Septic, and HVAC. The Rehabilitation Program accepts applications for new contractors twice a year ONLY. Any American Indian contractor who would like to place their name/business on the Qualified Bidders List for the Lumbee Tribe Rehabilitation Housing Program must submit an application by mail or by the drop off box at the Tribal Housing Complex located at 6984 NC 711 in Pembroke, NC 28372. Address submissions to the attention of Camera Brewer. The application deadline is Friday, October 31, 2025, by 3 pm. For applications or additional questions, contact Camera Brewer at 910.522.5466 or cbrewer@lumbeetribe.com

Thank you to North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson for visiting the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex this afternoon. During a meeting with Chairman Lowery and Tammy Maynor, Director of Governmental Affairs, Jackson had an opportunity to discuss issues affecting the Lumbee Tribe, including Full Federal Recognition, proposed impacts of Full Federal Recognition on tribal programs, current outreach, tribal housing, domestic violence issues and much more. Robeson County District Attorney Matt Scott joined the conversation. He also discussed the impact Full Federal Recognition will have on crime and how passing of our legislation will be a catalyst for growth across the region.

Today, Lumbee Tribe staff wore orange to honor the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We remember the children, stand with survivors, and commit to healing together. #everychildmatters   #LumbeeTribe

It’s fish fry and fall festival time! We are excited to see our friends, family, and community this Saturday, October 4, 2025, for the Lumbee Tribe’s Fall Festival & Fish Fry. It will be a day of fun for everyone. The day starts with the annual 5-K Fun Run/Walk. Registration is from 6:45 am to 8 am. The run begins at 8 am. The festival continues at 11:00 am with a FREE Fish Lunch (while supplies last), gospel singing, and Cultural demonstrations by Lumbee Artisans. It is all happening at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center on Terry Sanford Drive in Maxton, NC. ****Reminder Terry Sanford Drive and Recreation Rd. will be closed for the 5K/Fun Run.*****

Camping options are still available at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center for this weekend. Transportation will be provided to and from the Cultural Center to the new powwow location at UNC Pembroke's Jones Athletic Center. For camping inquiries, please contact Sam Bird at 910.374.8775.

To help preserve the gymnasium floors, no outside chairs will be permitted inside UNC Pembroke’s Jones Center Main Gym. Chairs and stadium seating will be provided for all attendees.