Roger Nyhus founded a Seattle-based public relations company, and served as communications director for both a mayor and a governor.
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Former NCAI CEO’s Lawsuit to Move Forward in D.C. Court
Dante Desiderio, dismissed in June, alleges NCAI officials retaliated for disagreeing over personnel matters
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Indigenous Prisoners Hold First Powwow Since 2019
For Native Americans incarcerated at the Washington State Penitentiary, the September event was a highlight of the year that they fought to preserve.
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Surviving the Pandemic with the Snotty Nose Rez Kids
The politically minded hip hop duo from the Haisla Nation kicked off their latest tour in Portland, after building a fanbase with the release of hit songs like “Skoden” and “Boujee Natives.”
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Sacheen Littlefeather Has No Regrets
An apology from the Academy of Motion Pictures recognizes her historic role in bringing change to the film industry.
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Indigenous Midwifery Center Aims to Revitalize Birth Practices
For the Center for Indigenous Midwifery, the goal is rebirth.
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Acclaimed Author Fights Charges in Canada
Criminal charges against Dawn Dumont Walker in Oregon have been put on hold while Canadian charges are pending.
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Photo Essay: Inaugural Native and Indigenous Bike Ride a Success
Pedalpalooza’s first ride geared exclusively toward Native and Indigenous riders drew attendees from as far away as the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona.
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UO Students Advance the Search for the Cayuse Five
Families of the five Cayuse men executed by the government for the 1847 killing of Marcus Whitman are still searching for their graves.