Posts specifically from or for the Council Newsletter
Interior Native Vote hosted the Gubernatorial Candidate Mixer on August 5th in Fairbanks. More than 200 community members showed up to this nonpartisan event to ask questions of the candidates running to be Alaska’s next governor before casting their ballots in the Primary Election. Volunteers at this event helped attendees check their voter registration status, register to vote, and identify …
Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, Many of our communities have experienced a busy time in preparing for the long winter ahead. As you prepare, we have had the opportunity to over the past few months to visit many of your communities throughout the region. The team and I have been grateful to witness the great work of each of …
The Tanana Tribal Council recently celebrated the opening of the new Tanana Health Center, marking an important investment in health care for the community and region. An open house was held July 31, 2026, welcoming community members and partners to tour the new facility. The 6,393-square-foot health center was several years in the making. Planning began in 2021, when the …
Congratulations to Victor Joseph, TCC Chief Administrative Officer, who recently received the 2026 Sovereignty in Action Award for advocacy from the National Indian Health Board (NIHB). Victor accepted the award during NIHB’s Heroes in Health Awards Banquet, held as part of the National Tribal Health Conference. The Sovereignty in Action Awards are among NIHB’s highest national honors, recognizing individuals and …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) celebrated six graduates of the 2026 TCC Apprenticeship Program who demonstrated a strong commitment to professional growth, excellence, and service to our communities. The six graduates represented TCC’s continued investment in developing its workforce and creating career opportunities within Tribal healthcare. The Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program graduates were Asasha Martin, Chelsea Curwin, Naya Derendoff, and Sienna …
Tanana Chiefs Conference is encouraging parents, caregivers, and trusted adults to have conversations with children and teens about medication safety and the risks of dangerous online trends. What families should know: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is safe and effective when used as directed, but taking excessive amounts can cause serious and potentially life-threatening health complications. Health officials have reported an increase in …
By Crystal Frank-Welker, a NVVTG tribal member, PhD student and lives in Arctic Village with her husband.“Diidrii haa Tr’aagal” translates to “Running with Our Hearts,” reflecting the spirit of the event and the many loved ones honored along the course. On the morning of July 5, 2026, the weather was a high seventy degrees, sunshine, clear skies, mosquitoes buzzing, and …
More than 50 volunteers came together on July 13 for the second annual Fairbanks Elders Day of Caring, completing 22 projects for Elders throughout the Fairbanks community. Volunteers from TCC, Doyon, Limited, Doyon Foundation, Fairbanks Native Association, Denakkanaaga, Interior Regional Housing Authority, KeyBank, IBEW Local 1547, and the offices of the Fairbanks Mayor and Fairbanks North Star Borough Mayor donated …
PRIMARY ELECTION August 18, 2026 Polls Open 7:00am – 8:00pm July 19 – Register or Update Voter Registration August 3 – Early voting begins August 8 – Deadline to apply for an absentee by-mail ballot August 18 – Election Day: Absentee ballots must be postmarked and electronically transmitted ballots received by this date. GENERAL ELECTION November 3, 2026 Polls Open …
Do you know someone whose leadership, service, or dedication has made a lasting impact on our region? The Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 AFN President’s Awards, which recognize outstanding Alaska Native individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities and the Alaska Native community statewide. Award categories include Health, Education, Small Business, …