TCC and AVCP Sue the Federal Government to Protect Subsistence Fishing as the Salmon Crisis Intensifies

Two Alaska Tribal Organizations Sue the Federal Government to ProtectSubsistence Fishing as the Salmon Crisis Intensifies Two Alaska Tribal Organizations Sue the Federal Government to ProtectSubsistence Fishing as the Salmon Crisis Intensifies Anchorage, Alaska – The Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) and Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC), represented by Earthjustice, have filed a lawsuit against the National Marine Fisheries Service …

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Breast Cancer Survivor Story: Stephanie Hinz

ctober is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancer and leading cause of cancer mortality among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) women. #TananaChiefs is committed to spreading awareness of the importance of early detection and treatment. Today, we will share one story for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Stephanie Hinz is Tanana Chiefs’ Education …

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2026 Convention Report: Resolutions Update

Each year, resolutions are submitted for review by the Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Full Board of Directors. These resolutions guide the direction of TCC and its employees throughout the coming year and beyond. At the 2026 TCC Annual Convention & Full Board of Directors Meeting, 22 resolutions were submitted, with 18 resolutions passing after thorough discussion and debate. Resolutions passed …

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Celebrating Excellence at Tanana Chiefs Conference

During the 2026 Tanana Chiefs Conference Annual Convention, several outstanding individuals and families were recognized for their leadership, service, and dedication to strengthening Alaska Native communities across the Interior. Patti Hyslop Leadership in Sobriety Award This year’s recipients are Bruce Ervin of Northway and Connie Walker of Holy Cross. Bruce Ervin has maintained sobriety for 21 years, turning his personal …

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Tanana Chiefs Conference 2026 Election Results

Executive Board of Directors Chief/Chairman Sharon Hildebrand, NulatoTerm: 2026-2029 Vice President Rhonda Pitka, BeaverTerm: 2026-2028 Upper Tanana Representative Herbert Demit, TanacrossTerm: 2026-2029 Yukon-Koyukuk Representative Charlie Green, LoudenTerm: 2026-2029 Regional Health Board of Directors Yukon Flats Patricia Salmon, ChalkyitsikTerm: 2026-2029 Interior Regional Housing Authority Seat E Patricia MacDonald, Dot Lake Interior Athabascan Tribal College Upper Kuskokwim Subregion No candidates declared Yukon …

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Letter from the Chief | April 2026

Dear Tribes and Tribal Members, I am humbly honored and grateful to have been elected as the Chief/Chairman of Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC). This is a great honor, and I will carry it with respect for those who came before us and with a strong commitment to those who will come after. I would like to take a moment to …

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Leading in a Good Way: TCC Tribes Elect Sharon Hildebrand as Chief/Chairman

The 42 member Tribes of Tanana Chiefs Conference elected Sharon Hildebrand of Nulato to serve a three-year term as Chief/Chairman during the 2026 Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting, held March 9–12. Following the announcement of the election results, Chief Hildebrand invited incumbent Brian Ridley of Eagle to address the delegates, asking those in attendance to recognize his …

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Carrying the Promise Forward: Keynote Address Recap

The theme of this year’s Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Annual Convention was brought to life through a powerful keynote reflecting on the past, present and future of Tribal health. The address featured longtime leaders, Second Traditional Chief Andy Jimmie and Dr. Jessica Black, who shared stories of perseverance, vision and deep commitment to the people of the region. Chief Andy …

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Tanana Chiefs Conference Full Board of Directors Elects New Chief/Chairman

During the final day of the 2026 Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting, the TCC Full Board of Directors voted to elect Sharon Hildebrand of Nulato as the new Chief/Chairman of Tanana Chiefs Conference. The Chief/Chairman serves a three-year term (2026–2029) and provides leadership for the organization as it works in partnership with the …

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Request for Proposals – Design and Construction Services to Repair and Renovate the Tanana Village Health Clinic for Administrative Office Use

DOWNLOAD FULL RFP Addendum I I. SolicitationThe Native Village of Tanana (hereafter referred to as the “Tribe” or “Owner)—a federally recognized Tribal Government located in Tanana, Alaska—is seeking proposals from firms qualified and interested in providing design-build general contractor servicesfor the rehabilitation, renovation of the Tribe’s health care clinic facility. (hereafter referred to as the “Project”). The Project has four …

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Honoring Our Elders, Strengthening Our Communities

By Aleisha Singh, TCC Learning & Development Coordinator The Make a Card for an Elder activity, created by the Tanana Chiefs Conference Leadership for Results Program, is a simple way to support wellness through connection. When families gather to make cards for Elders, they are doing more than art. They are sharing time, stories, and respect across generations. We encourage …

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