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Business
Covering the latest developments in business and economic growth across all three Cherokee tribes — the Cherokee Nation, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and the United Keetoowah Band. From tribally owned enterprises to Native entrepreneurs and community initiatives, this section highlights the innovation, leadership, and economic resilience shaping Cherokee business today.


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Congratulations to David Stewart and MidAmerica Industrial Park for being named the Tulsa Regional Chamber's 2025 Regional Partner of the Year!

Cherokee 411 Staff
Mar 141 min read


Pope County Casino Fight Isn’t Over Yet
A unanimous landmark Arkansas Supreme Court ruling in December overturned 74 years of precedent, giving the General Assembly the ability to alter or even repeal voter-approved constitutional amendments.

Cherokee 411 Staff
Mar 146 min read


Native-Owned Gen II Fire Protection Named Top 10 Provider, Serves as Preferred Vendor for Six Oklahoma Tribes
By Cara Cowan Watts, Cherokee 411 OKLAHOMA. Gen II Fire Protection, a Native-owned fire protection services company based in Oklahoma, continues to expand its regional footprint while earning national recognition for its comprehensive, client-focused approach to fire safety. Owned by Muscogee Creek Nation citizen Bryan Drinnon II, Gen II Fire Protection was founded in 2018 and provides full-service commercial and industrial fire protection across Oklahoma, Kansas, Arkansas, a

Cara Cowan Watts
Jan 303 min read


UKB citizens raise concerns over spending, transparency during council meeting
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Members of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians raised questions about spending decisions, elder services and transparency during public comments at the tribe’s Jan. 3 Tribal Council meeting. Archie Buzzard thanked council members for approving a $100 payment to elders but questioned why elders would be required to travel to Tahlequah to receive the funds. Larry Studi, a tribal member who frequently speaks during public comment periods, questioned

Cherokee 411 Staff
Jan 201 min read


UKB reports workforce growth, announces new company
Leaders with the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians reported workforce growth, new business development and year-end financial figures during the tribe’s January Tribal Council meeting. Woody Anderson, executive director of the United Keetoowah Band Federal Corporation, announced the formation of a new company, Echota Data and Design LLC. Anderson also presented financial updates to the council, including a $56,791 check representing lease payments.

Cherokee 411 Staff
Jan 201 min read


💧⚖️ EPA proposal could reshape how states and Tribes protect water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed changes to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act that could significantly limit how states and Tribes review and block federal permits for infrastructure projects that affect water quality.

Cherokee 411 Staff
Jan 192 min read
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