Rachel ReillyBy Betty Ross, Tribal Client Services Deputy Director Life is cyclical, weather is cyclical, and some things never change…then there is change. Since the 1970s, discussions on the climate appeared in the news and in politics. In 1988, Dr. James Hansen, Columbia University’s Climate Scientist, testified in a Senate hearing on the greenhouse effect. Since then, there are interrelated crises …
By Gale K. Vick, Fairbanks Fish & Game Advisory Committee Member We know that getting more fish to the spawning grounds is a goal for rebuilding Chinook and chum stocks in the Yukon River Drainage, but we may not have considered the more nuanced concern over age, sex and length and what that means to the productivity of salmon beyond …
By Angela Rutman, TCC GO Student Support Coordinator We are thrilled to share the remarkable success of our recent collaboration with the Yukon-Koyukuk School District (YKSD), the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), and the TCC GO teams in bringing forth the Nulato Career Explorers class. This endeavor exemplified the power of partnership and the profound impact it can have on …
In June, we recognize Men’s Health Month, a time to focus on the health and well-being of our partners, brothers, sons and uncles. Men are significantly less likely to seek medical help than women for symptoms that may lead to serious health problems down the line. This month is important for shedding light on the health issues men face and …
Last month, TCC leadership had the opportunity to travel to the communities of Beaver and Venetie to meet with Tribal Leaders and community members to learn about their local priorities and identify how TCC can offer support. We would like to thank both Tribes for their hospitality and allowing us to spend time in their community. Mahsi’ Choo!
By Linden Stackiokas When people talk about their jobs, a lot of them don’t seem very enthusiastic about what they do day after day. Not so with Mariah Moses-Bergman, who practically radiates with love for her position as the Health Aide for the village of Hughes. She is so thrilled to be doing the work she does that she even …
We are thrilled to introduce the Joint TCC/FNA/DL Native Interior Alaska Events Group! This new platform is a collaborative effort between Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC), Fairbanks Native Association (FNA), and Doyon, Limited (DL), with the aim of uniting the community through shared information about local events. Our mission is to offer a space for sharing and discovering events happening within …
The 17th Annual Gathering of Remembrance for missing and murdered Indigenous people in Interior Alaska was held April 26th in downtown Fairbanks. Shirley Lee, Strategic Development Director for Fairbanks Native Association (FNA), led the gathering. Speakers included Chief Steve Ginnis, Executive Director of FNA, Brian Ridley, Chief of Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC), Reverent John Holtz, Vicar of St. Jude’s Church …
Dear Tribes and Tribal Members, We recently received confirmation that Fitch Ratings has given TCC an A+ rating and upgraded our outlook from ‘stable’ to ‘positive’. This excellent rating reflects our ongoing commitment to sound financial management and ensures we can continue providing vital services to our Tribes and Tribal Members. A huge thank you goes to all of our …
By Heidi Rader, Professor of Extension at the University of Alaska Fairbanks It’s not hard to dream about what you will plant in your garden when the seed catalogs start arriving or you go to the greenhouse and see the luscious vegetables and gorgeous flowers. But an overcrowded garden will be less bounteous and beautiful than a thoughtfully planned garden …