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Mark your calendars for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies of the Lumbee Tribe's Hilly Branch Duplex Apartments A & B and Union Chapel Administration building! Join us on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 4 pm for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and dedication of the new Hilly Branch Duplex Apartments A & B, located at 1772 Hilly Branch Road, Lumberton, NC 28360. Join us on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 4 pm for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and dedication of the new Administrative Office at Dreamcatcher at Union Chapel, located at 3855 Evergreen Church Road, Pembroke, NC 28372.

As we prepare for the upcoming tribal election, Matt Roller, Lumbee Tribe Assistant Legal and Compliance Officer, walks you through how to go into the Lumbee Member Portal and find your tribal district. For more information visit the Lumbee Tribe website at www.lumbeetribe.com and click member portal.

Tribal citizens and community, the Lumbee Tribe Health & Human Services is proud to offer a confidential, peer-led Talking Circle designed to support individuals impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. Families, this is a safe space where community members can come together to share openly, listen with respect, and build healing through connection. Participants are encouraged to show up as you are, no judgment, no pressure, just a supportive environment focused on recovery, resilience, and hope. Healing happens together. The Talking Circle is Monday and Thursday nights from 5:30 pm till 7:30 pm at Suite 78 AB, Pembroke, NC 28372.

Come out throughout the month of May to learn more about Lumbee Tribal programs and events and meet your Lumbee Tribe Council Representative. On Thursday, May 7, 2026, you are invited to the District 21 Community Meeting at 6:00 pm at Soaring Eagle at 422 Norment Rd. in Lumberton, NC 28360. The event is hosted by Council Representative Eric Chavis. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served. On Monday, May 18, 2026 you are invited to the District 11& 19 Community Meeting at 6:00 pm at Hawkeye B&G Club on 3066 Blue Springs Rd. in Red Springs, NC 28377. The event is hosted by Council Representatives Chocajuana Oxendine & Larry Soles. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served. On Tuesday, May 19, 2026 you are invited to the District 7 Community Meeting at 7:00 pm at Pembroke Boys & Girls Club on 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC 28372. The event is hosted by Council Representative Rubalena Locklear. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served. On Tuesday, May 26, 2026 you are invited to the District 6 Community Meeting at 6:30 pm at Bear Swamp Church at 1948 St. Anna Rd. in Pembroke, NC 28372. The event is hosted by Council Representative Larry Chavis. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served. On Tuesday, May 26, 2026 you are invited to the District 6 Community Meeting at 6:30 pm at Bear Swamp Church at 1948 St. Anna Rd. in Pembroke, NC 28372. The event is hosted by Council Representative Larry Chavis. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served. On Thursday, May 28, 2026 you are invited to the District 9 Community Meeting at 6:30 pm at Four Winds Boys & Girls Club on 1073 Rennert Rd. in Lumberton, NC 28360. The event is hosted by Council Representative Johnny Bell. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served.

Thank you to Sr. Miss Lumbee, Wendy, Chavis Locklear, and the Lumbee Ambassadors; Miss Lumbee, Taylor Davis, Little Miss Lumbee, Jadyn Grace Herndon, Junior Miss, Lumbee Kyndall Locklear, Teen Miss, Lumbee Keely Deal, who represented us this past week in Albuquerque at the “Last Dance” at the Gathering of Nations Powwow. The gathering is the largest powwow in the nation and we are so excited that our ambassadors were able to join other tribal citizens from across the globe to represent the Lumbee People.

We invite everyone across the nation to join us in celebration as we prepare for the Lumbee Federal Recognition event on May 16th by displaying a tribal colored bow, flag, or other items outside your home or business. We are less than two weeks from the event. We hope everyone is just as excited as we are about this historic occasion as we welcome our Lumbee Citizens, friends and neighbors from across the nation. Everyone is invited to this grand celebration at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. It will be a momentous day to join us in celebration of this historic and joyous achievement! The celebration will begin at 9 am and continue through 9 pm. Join us for great fellowship, a gospel singing, a mini-powwow, vendors, guest speakers, light show and much more! It will be hosted at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke in the Quad area between Old Main and the Mary Livermore Library. It is our honor to partner with UNC Pembroke and Chancellor Cummings to host this special day. #lumbee575 #LumbeeTribe

Join us on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 for the Annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women/People (MMIW/P) March and Ceremony in Pembroke. The march lineup is at 6:00 pm near the UNC Pembroke HUB on Main Street in Pembroke. The march begins at 6:30 pm. After the march, the ceremony will start at 7:00 pm in the Milton R. Hunt Memorial Park. The event is sponsored by the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. and Native Visions Magazine. The mission of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women/People (MMIW/P) is to spread awareness of Indigenous women/people that have been murdered or have gone missing across the United States. Along with acknowledging murdered and missing Indigenous women/people, there is a push to provide support to the families of the victims and encourage tribal communities to come together to take a stand in support of protecting our women.

What an incredible day at the Lumbee Tribe Gene Locklear Scholarship Golf Tournament at Bayonet at Puppy Creek. Thank you to everyone who came out to play, support, and help make this event a success. From our teams on the course to our sponsors, volunteers, and staff; your support directly impacts the future of our students. Because of you, we continue to invest in education and create opportunities for the next generation. A special thank you to Gene Locklear for leading this event and his continued dedication to supporting scholarships and uplifting our community. We were proud to host 25 teams and 100 players who came out in support of the great cause of education. The first place team was Brad Clark, Matt Roller, John Oxendine and Greg Mininni. The 2nd place team was Jr Henderson, John Henderson, Hunter Lowery and Jerry Hines. The 3 closest to the hole winners received cash prizes. The 1 longest drive winner also received a cash prize. Both winning teams received signed baseballs.

Join the Lumbee Tribe of NC for an on-site surplus auction on May 1, 2026, at 12 pm, at the Housing Materials Warehouse (164 Clovis Drive, Pembroke, NC). This auction is open to the public. Attendees may view the items and register from 11 am - 12 pm. The auction will begin at 12 pm. There will be several vehicles, including a bus, a truck, vans, office chairs, and a desk on-site for auction. Cash and checks will be accepted. All items must be picked up by 4 pm on the day of the sale. All sales are final—no returns or refunds. For more information, please contact Jawana Jacobs at 910.522.5160.

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 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday , the 12th day of May, 2026, at the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex at NC Hwy. 711 West, Pembroke, North Carolina 28372; ATTN: Pat Hunt. Bids will be opened and read aloudon Tuesday, May 12th , 2026 at 11:10 a.m. in Tribal Chambers located at the above address. The Lumbee Tribe is soliciting sealed bids for contractors to construct one (1) single family home. This house will be constructed on tribally owned land located within the tribal territory. All work should be constructed according to plans and specs as well as NC building codes. Contractors will be responsible for all permits, materials, locating existing utilities, labor, and utilities for the entire project. Contractors must submit (2) Sealed Envelopes (1) containing Bid Proposals and (1) containing Contractor Requirements each labeled.Contractor Requirements:• General Liability insurance coverage- $500,000 • North Carolina General Contractors License (with proper classification)• Workman’s Compensation- $300,000 (Aggregate Amount)• Surety bid bond, certified check, or letter of irrevocable credit specified for each particular job, equivalent to 5% of the bid price• Tribal Enrollment card or Proof from Tribal office. • A list of subcontractors and material suppliers • NOTE: ALL BONDING COMPANIES MUST BE ON THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY’S LISTING OFAPPROVED SURETIES Sealed Envelopes not containing ALL listed items will be deemed incomplete and unacceptable. All qualified proposals meeting required terms and specifications will be evaluated and approved 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 24 CFR part 85.36 (c) (4) (D) (2) (ii) (D). For contracts exceeding $150,000, the selected contractor will be required, within 14 calendar days, to produce a Payment/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 sales tax information, or false certification as to subcontracting with Tribal and/or Indian-owned economic enterprises and organizations. Contact Pat Hunt at 910-904-3209 at the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex located at 6984 NC Hwy. 711, Pembroke, NC 28372 for blueprints and specifications on this home. A refundable $150 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. By order of: Anthony PeviaHousing Director6984 N.C. Hwy. 711 West Pembroke, N.C. 28372 Telephone: 910.521.7861

Press Release Lumbee Tribe Cuts the Enrollment Update Wait Time for its Citizens by Bringing Updates online Pembroke, NC (April 22, 2026) – Beginning this week, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina will begin accepting enrollment updates online. Lumbee citizens who are updating their enrollment may go into the Tribal portal on the Lumbee Tribe website at www.lumbeetribe.com to complete the process versus coming to the tribal headquarters in Pembroke. Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery has been working with the staff and tribal council for several months to make the new change a reality. “This initiative reflects our continued commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our community. By embracing digital tools, we are working to reduce many of the barriers our members have faced, including travel constraints, long wait times, and delays with paperwork,” said Chairman Lowery. Tribal Citizens can see a step-by-step walk-through of the online process on the Lumbee Tribe website at www.lumbeetribe.com Chairman Lowery said once citizens put in their updated application on the portal, the system will automatically send them an email with their case number which tells them that a representative will be contacting them about picking up their card. Citizens are still required to pick up the card in-person at the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex. You must bring a valid form of ID for verification at the time of pickup. Citizens may still update their enrollment in person at the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex if they choose to do so. For more information or questions about enrollment, you may reach the enrollment staff at enrollment@lumbeetribe.com