Council Newsletter

TCC and U.S. Attorney Michael Heyman Discuss Shared Commitment to Public Safety

May 26, 2026

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 …

Preventing and Extinguishing Cooking and Grease Fires

May 26, 2026

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 …

Child Abuse Prevention Resource Fair Brings Community Together

May 26, 2026

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 …

One Name Is Too Long: Gathering of Remembrance Honors Missing Loved Ones

May 26, 2026

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 …

Arctic Village Spring Carnival Visit

April 28, 2026

In April, Chief Hildebrand and other members of TCC’s leadership team were invited to visit Arctic Village during their Spring Carnival. This event was a joyous celebration of culture and community. Mahsi’ choo to everyone who helped make this event a success!

Alaska High-Water Mark Observations

April 28, 2026

A publicly available survey for residents to identify high-water marks in their communities after a flood. The State of Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys developed the survey below for community members to submit their own high-water mark observations to assist with emergency management and future planning. The survey guides users through the process of collecting high-water mark data, …

Are You Due for Lung Cancer Screening?

April 28, 2026

By Audrey Frone, TCC Nurse Practitioner in the Lung Cancer Screening Program Lung cancer is one of the deadliest cancers and is very common in Alaska Native and American Indian populations. Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) offers lung cancer screenings through Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center (CAIHC). It is not recommended for all people, but depending on your age and smoking …

TCC GO Celebrates Our 2026 Graduates

April 28, 2026

The Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) GO Program is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating seniors across the region. Throughout their high school journeys, these students have shown dedication, resilience, and a commitment to preparing for their future through education and career exploration. The TCC GO Program congratulates all our seniors this year and wishes them continued success as …

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons: A Call to Action in Interior Alaska

April 28, 2026

By David Atteberry, TCC Public Safety Manager Across Alaska, and especially in our Interior communities, the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) continues to affect families, villages, and public safety systems in profound ways. While national awareness has grown in recent years, the reality is that many of our communities have been living with this issue for generations. …

2026 Denakkanaaga Elders and Youth Conference & Annual Meeting Set for June 2-4, 2026

April 28, 2026

The annual Denakkanaaga Elders and Youth Conference and Annual Meeting will take place on June 2-4 in Gwichyaa Zhee (Fort Yukon). The two-day conference will be held on June 2 and 3, with the Denakkanaaga Annual Meeting occurring on June 4. This year’s conference theme is “Upholding Our Traditional Ways to Move Forward”. “We appreciate the Gwichyaa Zhee (Fort Yukon) …