By David Atteberry, TCC Public Safety Manager A common belief is that you must wait 24 hours before reporting someone missing. This is a myth. It can delay help when it matters most. There Is No Waiting Period Law enforcement agencies do not require any waiting period to report a missing person. If something feels wrong, you can and should …
Last month, leadership from Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) met with United States Attorney Michael Heyman to discuss ways to strengthen public safety efforts across Interior Alaska and support safer, healthier communities. The meeting focused on issues that continue to impact families and communities throughout the region, including drug trafficking and substance abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, and Missing and Murdered …
By Nathan Becker, TCC Village Public Safety Officer Cooking fires are one of the leading causes of home fires, and grease fires are among the most dangerous. These fires can spread rapidly and are often caused by unattended cooking, overheating oil, or grease buildup. Understanding how to prevent and properly extinguish these fires is essential for public safety. Prevention of …
In April, Tanana Chiefs Conference’s (TCC) Tribal Social Services Program hosted the Child Abuse Prevention Resource Fair at Chief David Salmon Tribal Hall in Fairbanks. Families, Elders, leaders, and community members gathered to learn about local programs and resources that support children, caregivers, and family wellness. The event emphasized the importance of prevention, strong community connections, and the shared responsibility …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) proudly celebrates the outstanding Community Health Aides who were recognized at the 2026 Community Health Aide Forum. These honors reflect the dedication, leadership, and compassion that Health Aides bring to their communities every day. Lydia David, Community Health Practitioner (CHP) in Tetlin, received the prestigious North Star Award. This award recognizes a Health Aide or Clinical …
Dear Tribes and Tribal Members, Last month, many of our communities experienced flooding as breakup moved across our rivers. During this difficult time, we here at TCC remained focused on supporting our Tribes and communities impacted by the flooding. TCC’s Incident Command Team responded immediately to reports of flooding as they occurred, and I made sure to remain available to …
Nearly 300 people gathered at Golden Heart Plaza in Fairbanks on May 5 for the annual Gathering of Remembrance. Families, Tribal organizations, community leaders, and community members came together to honor victims of unsolved homicides and remember missing Indigenous loved ones. Held on National MMIP Awareness Day, this year’s gathering was the largest yet. Reverend Shirley Lee reflected on the …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is proud to announce that Fitch Ratings has upgraded Tanana Chiefs Conference’s bond rating to AA-, an increase from the A+ rating TCC has maintained over the past several years. Fitch also assigned TCC a Stable Outlook, reflecting confidence in the organization’s long-term financial strength and sustainability. An AA- rating is considered a high-grade investment rating …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is continuing to closely monitor the ongoing flooding impacts affecting communities across the Interior following spring breakup and ice jam flooding in the communities of Hughes and Chalkyitsik. On May 11, Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a State Disaster Declaration in response to the flooding. The declaration activates the State of Alaska’s Individual Assistance, Public Assistance, and …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is expressing concern following the U.S. Department of the Interior’s announcement transferring significant acreage within the Dalton Utility Corridor to the State of Alaska after the revocation of Public Land Orders (PLO) 5150 and 5180. TCC warns the transfer places important subsistence lands, wildlife habitat, and culturally significant areas at increased risk and is calling for …