FUNDS AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT PROJECTS THAT PROMOTE POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH MICHIGAN'S INDIAN TRIBES Michigan’s public and private K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and local units of government are now eligible for funding through the Native American Heritage...
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A Taste of NHBP: Black Bean Burgers and Food Labels
Black Bean Burgers 2 cans black beans (rinsed)1 large onion (minced)¼ cup salsa3 cloves garlic (minced)¼ cup quick oats1 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp cumin½ tsp chili powder¼ tsp cayenne powder½ tsp black pepper Mash black beans in large mixing bowl. Add...
The Great Stain: 10 Years After the Kalamazoo River Oil Spill
Most of us in southern Michigan, including the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), knew that we shared our area with pipelines, but few of us knew much about them. On July 26, 2010 that changed forever. What had been silently beneath our feet delivering...
Native American Heritage Fund Statement on the Washington Football Team’s Retirement of Racist Mascot
The Native American Heritage Fund (NAHF) celebrates the retirement of the racist Washington NFL mascot. This is a moment for all Indigenous people to celebrate the steadfast position taken by our Elders, Tribal leaders, and activists who have led this movement. This...
A Taste of NHBP: Simple Salsa and Food Safety
Simple Salsa 2 cans fire roasted tomoatoes (or 4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes)½ medium white onion (chopped)3 cloves garlic½ cup fresh cilantro (or 1 tbsp dried)1 medium lime (juiced, or 2 tbsp lime juice)1 jalapeno (diced (optional)) If using canned tomatoes, drain...
A Taste of NHBP: Salmon Cakes and Mindful Eating
Simple Salmon Cakes 1 7.5 ounce can salmon (skin removed)¼ cup plain, dry bread crumbs½ cup red onion (finely chopped)2 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)1 egg (lightly beaten)1 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tsp horseradishNon-stick spray Mix all of the...
FireKeepers Casino Hotel Economic Impact Analysis Released
In December 2019, the FireKeepers Local Revenue Sharing Board received the Socioeconomic Indicators and Economic Impact Analysis of FireKeepers Casino Hotel. The Board engaged the Upjohn Institute for Employment Research in Kalamazoo to complete this study in...
A Taste of NHBP: Summer Squash Salad and Farmers Markets
Spectacular Summer Squash Salad 2 summer squash2 zucchini2 cups frozen corn½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)2 tbsp olive oil2 tsp lime zest2 tbsp lime juice1 clove garlic (minced)½ tsp chili powder¼ tsp red pepper flakes¼ cup chopped cilantro Clean off squash and...
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Appoints Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Chairperson Jamie Stuck to Statewide Task Force
The Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities will provide a voice for Michigan’s Tribal Nations Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP) Tribal Council Chairperson Jamie Stuck was recently appointed to the Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial...
A Taste of NHBP: Brussel Sprout Salad and Amazing Antoxidants
Fresh Brussel Sprout Salad Dressing⅓ cup olive oil1 tbsp lemon juice1 tbsp maple syrup1 tbsp Dijon mustard1 clove garlic (minced)Salad1 lb fresh Brussel sprouts1 honey crisp apple½ cup dried cranberries½ cup sunflower seeds⅓ cup parmesan cheese Wash Brussel sprouts...