This would be really nice if it was curtailed with a microloan program. By Benny Polacca Osage News Osages interested in being entrepreneurs or improving their current business operations are invited to apply for a free seven-week intensive training course starting July 12 at the Osage Nation Education Department in Hominy. The Tri County Technology [...]
Many tribes across the country have adopted TERO laws. These laws protect the employees of tribal nations, and give them the same rights afforded the general population who works for general market companies or municipalities. These laws also make it difficult for of a company with a sketchy background to do business with the nation. [...]
Here is an honest question and I’m not trying to cause some kind of combustible debate, I’m just honestly curious. In the event the Osage Nation develops alternative energy resources on our reservation, does that income belong to the shareholders or the Nation? Which leads me to the most logical crossroads is what roll does [...]
Election Day… Every journey has a crossroads, so I find myself today standing at another milestone of my life. I started this journey with the support of my family and friends. I write this message today with them still by my side. I have always thought my duties as a proud Osage has always been [...]
The Osage News held debates for the Osage Congressional Candidate on May 9th. The Candidates were divided into three groups and each group was answered three different questions. I am taking this opportunity to answer the additional six questions asked of my peers. I was in the third group and was asked questions seven, eight, and [...]
OSAGE LLC 2009 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE NATION On behalf of the Board of Directors and the staff of Osage LLC, it is with great pleasure that I address you following an extremely productive and successful first year. The original charge that you gave to the company – “to deploy and grow the capital that [...]
This is a free event open to women of all ages. Keynote Speaker, Susan Masten. Ms. Masten is the former Chairwoman of the Yurok Tribe, former President of the National Congress of American Indians, and Co-Founder of WEWIN Women Empowering Women for Indian Nations. Summit will include dynamic panels of Osage Women in culture, business, [...]
The Osage Nation is standing at the threshold of opportunity. It is increasingly important that we, as a Nation, develop additional sources for revenue other than gaming. Although a stout business venture, sustained revenue from gaming is not reliable. As recent events show, potential repercussions exist from decisions made in the court system with regard [...]
My journey is going well and I am building support everyday. I have been asked a few questions this week and thought I would take a moment to answer them. Are you going to relocate from Florida to Oklahoma if elected to Osage Nation Congress? My family will be staying in Florida, but I will [...]
As has been mentioned before this case is dealing with some of the same tax/reservation/land into trust issues that Osage Nation is. If I am understanding the logic of this ruling…while their case deals with land taxation ours somewhat deals with personal taxation. If the individual in the case is an “incompetent Osage” and a [...]
(if you cant see this video you might want to update your flash player) original link here There is an issue that faces our leaders and how they craft policy. It is whether or not to throw resources at economic development or throw resources at health and wellness. The man in this video has utilized [...]
Right now a big chunk of Osage candidates are making their way through California. Candidates will talk. California Osages will listen. They will try to make heads or tails out of the information they are receiving, digest it, converse amongst each other and then cast their votes. Sometimes in block. I am not a California [...]
Update #122 The views, opinions and commentary in this update are those of Congressman Red Corn. They are his alone, and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the Osage Nation Congress. Osage LLC capital contribution gets wide Congressional support The Osage Nation Congress voted 9-2 Thursday to appropriate $7.5 million to Osage, [...]
The future success of the Osage Nation requires a decisive and solution driven Congress. I am John Free Jr. and I believe I possess the right blend of leadership, compassion, and business knowledge to help our Osage Congress make wise financial decisions to meet the needs of our people. I ask you to allow me [...]
By Raymond Red Corn, Osage Nation Congressman At last count there are twenty-one candidates seeking office in the Osage Nation Congress. That’s a lot of candidates to pick from, and choosing the best six won’t be easy. I applied for this job in 2006, and was honored to be among those chosen to represent the [...]
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