October 10 marked the annual World Mental Health Day. As many of us have seen throughout the past 18 months of COVID calamity, a healthy mind is key to navigating challenges and unforeseen circumstances.
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Our Next Adventure: FKCH and NHBP Open Second Hotel Tower with Equal Parts Ceremony and Theatrics
Before the ribbon-cutting Monday, Aug. 16, before the spectacular tightrope walk, before celebratory drinks, FireKeepers Casino Hotel CEO Kathy George addressed the audience to say Migwéch {thank you}. "On behalf of the 1,800 FireKeepers Casino Hotel team members, we...
A Taste of NHBP: Pumpkin Soup and Food Insecurity
Simple Pumpkin Soup 2 Tbsp olive oil1 medium diced onion3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 15-oz can pumpkin puree1/2 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp smoked paprika1/4 tsp cayenne pepper In a medium sauce pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and then add...
Domestic Violence Month: Honoring Indigenous Survivors
“Even in thought, women are to be respected.”These sage words from Native activist and leader Tillie Black Bear of the Sicangu Lakota, known as the Grandmother of the Battered Women’s Movement, emphasize the deep reverence for women ingrained within Native American...
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Indian Boarding Schools: Orange Shirt Day
In 1973, just after turning six, Phyllis (Jack) Webstad cheerfully and carefully chose an orange shirt to wear on her first day at the Mission School near Dog Creek Indian Reserve in British Columbia, Canada. The shirt so perfectly embodied her feelings of excitement...
NHBP and EGLE Float the Kalamazoo River
Tribal Representatives Survey Impacted Area for Environmental, Cultural and Historical SignificanceThrough the years, NHBP Environmental staff have collaborated with local environmental organizations to monitor and protect waterways. Recently, our environmental staff...
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A Taste of NHBP: Cauliflower Dippers and National Family Meals Month
Cheesy Veggie Dippers Recipe by Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD fromeatright.org 1 cup cornflakes cereal (crushed to 1/4 cup)3/4 cup cheese-flavored snack crackers (crushed to 1/2 cup)2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese1/8 tsp garlic powder1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)2...