Family, Tribal leaders, community members, and staff gathered at the Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center on May 28 to celebrate the unveiling of the Andy & Barbara Jimmie Cancer Care & Infusion Center — a space dedicated to healing, compassion, and care for the people of Interior Alaska. The event honored the lifelong service and leadership of Second Traditional Chief …
Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, As summer moves across our region, many of us are spending time on the land, at camp, gathering with family, and reconnecting with the traditions that have sustained our people for generations. We are reminded by our elders that it is so important for us to continue these practices and remain grounded by our …
This June, Tanana Chiefs Conference recognized three new Community Health Aides who have completed the Basic Training requirements of the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP), marking an important milestone in strengthening health care throughout Interior Alaska. Loren Thomas will return to serve her home community of Tetlin, Chance Shank will work in his home community of Dot Lake, and Karissa …
Last week, youth from across the TCC region gathered at Nankat Liberation and Wellness Center outside of Fairbanks for the Emerging Leaders Youth Summit. The four-day summit combined leadership development, cultural learning, wellness activities, and advocacy training. Participants camped on-site and took part in a variety of hands-on workshops and discussions designed to strengthen their connection to culture, community, and …
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (June 16, 2026) — Alaska Native leaders used the national stage at the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Mid-Year Convention to call on Tribal Nations across the country to stand with Alaska in protecting salmon, subsistence rights, and Indigenous ways of life. Representatives from Tanana Chiefs Conference, the Association of Village Council Presidents, the Central Council of …
To enhance staff, visitor/patient, and facility security, TCC Security is implementing a Visitor Check-In System (VisitorOS) at Chief Peter John Tribal Building. The kiosk is located at the Security Desk on the first floor of the building, and consists of a very simple touch-screen and badge printing system that issues temporary visitor passes. After approaching the kiosk, visitors will be …