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UKB launches campaign against Cherokee Nation, Sen. Mullin over land rights

UKB launches campaign against Cherokee Nation, Sen. Mullin over land rightsBy: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 30/08/2025

The United Keetoowah Band accuses Sen. Markwayne Mullin and the Cherokee Nation of a secret plan to strip UKB trust land rights. Tribe calls on citizens to defend sovereignty and treaty rights.

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UKB launches campaign against Cherokee Nation, Sen. Mullin over land rights

Federal judge upholds Arkansas casino ban in Pope County

Federal judge upholds Arkansas casino ban in Pope CountyBy: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 30/08/2025

A federal judge upheld Arkansas’ Amendment 104, ending casino gaming in Pope County and revoking Cherokee Nation Entertainment’s license for the proposed Legends Resort & Casino.

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Federal judge upholds Arkansas casino ban in Pope County

UKB Supporters Plan Peaceful Protest at Cherokee National Holiday Address

UKB Supporters Plan Peaceful Protest at Cherokee National Holiday AddressBy: Cara Cowan Watts Published on: 30/08/2025

Supporters of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) are planning a peaceful protest at the 2025 Cherokee National Holiday’s State of the Nation address Saturday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m.

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UKB Supporters Plan Peaceful Protest at Cherokee National Holiday Address

After 43 Years, Gathering of Nations Powwow Announces Final Event in 2026

After 43 Years, Gathering of Nations Powwow Announces Final Event in 2026By: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 29/08/2025

The Gathering of Nations Powwow, North America’s largest, will host its 43rd and final event April 24–25, 2026 in Albuquerque, marking the end of a cultural tradition after 43 years.

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After 43 Years, Gathering of Nations Powwow Announces Final Event in 2026