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 …
Tanana Chiefs Conference is sharing an important update for individuals and families impacted by the Mukluk Fire near Tok. Governor Mike Dunleavy has issued a disaster declaration for the Alaska Gateway Regional Education Attendance Area (REAA), including Tok, activating the State of Alaska’s Public and Individual Assistance programs. Individual Assistance Now Available Residents within the Alaska Gateway REAA whose primary …
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 …
Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, July was another busy and rewarding month for Tanana Chiefs Conference as we continued working alongside our Tribes and communities across the region. One of TCC’s greatest priorities is spending time in our villages. During July, we traveled to Birch Creek, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Koyukuk, and Tanana as part of our ongoing village visits and …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) extends its gratitude to Gwichyaa Zhee for its warm hospitality and to Denakkanaaga for hosting another successful Elders and Youth Conference. The annual gathering brought together Elders and youth from across the region to share knowledge, stories, culture, and experiences while strengthening connections between generations. Participants took part in activities, presentations, and discussions that celebrated culture, …
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 …