By Dr. Jenny Lessner, TCC Physician Let’s talk about something we all have in common… poop. Yep. Butts, bowels, bathroom habits—the whole glamorous package. If you’re already cringing, stay with me, because this conversation can literally save lives. Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (also called the colon). Your colon is about 6 feet long, and its job …
On January 27, 2026, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) partnered with service providers from across Fairbanks for Project Winter Connect to support individuals and families needing extra assistance during the harsh winter months. By bringing multiple organizations into one central, accessible location, Project Winter Connect reduced barriers and made it easier for residents to connect with the help they needed. Attendees …
The federal government has extended the public comment period for the review of the Federal Subsistence Management Program (FSMP) to March 30, 2026. This review will help determine how subsistence hunting and fishing are managed on federal public lands in Alaska and may affect long-standing protections for rural subsistence users. The review was opened following a petition requesting significant changes …
Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, March is here, and with it comes one of my favorite times of the year — our Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting. I am really looking forward to seeing everyone in Fairbanks and spending time visiting with our communities. This year is also personal for me, as my position is up …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is honored to welcome Second Traditional Chief Andy Jimmie and Dr. Jessica Black as keynote speakers for the 2026 Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting. Together, they bring decades of leadership and deep cultural grounding to a shared keynote address. Second Traditional Chief Andy Jimmie: A Lifetime of Leadership Raised in the village of …
By Katie Garrity, RD, TCC Diabetes & WIC Program Manager In the rhythm of busy workdays, school schedules, and after‑hours activities, nutrition often becomes an afterthought. Yet the way we snack—and when we snack—can make a meaningful difference in our energy levels, focus, and overall well‑being. Smart snacking isn’t about restriction; it’s about choosing foods that nourish, satisfy, and support …
Today, the Alaska Board of Fisheries concluded deliberations on proposals addressing chum salmon interception in the Area M commercial fishery. The Board approved a management change reducing fishing opportunity in Area M by approximately 30 percent — a reduction of 136 hours for the drift fleet and 94 hours for the seine fleet during periods when vulnerable chum salmon stocks …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) strongly opposes this week’s decision by the U.S. Department of the Interior to revoke Public Land Orders 5150 and 5180, opening approximately 2.1 million acres of land north of the Yukon River in the Dalton Utility Corridor to state selection, mining, and industrial development. For decades, these federal withdrawals protected lands relied upon by Tribal members …
It is time once again to select the person/persons for the Patti L. Hyslop Award. This Award is given to recognize the efforts of the village leaders in Sobriety, Healing, and keeping alive the commitment to healing that was the corner stone of Patti’s life. Patti led the sobriety and healing movement in Tanana by encouraging people to make positive …
Why Tribes Are Being Asked to Participate The Interior Native Organizations Economic Impact Study is a collaborative effort led by multiple Interior partners, including Tanana Chiefs Conference, Doyon, Limited, Fairbanks Native Association, Interior Regional Housing Authority, and Denakkanaaga, in partnership with Information Insights. This study focuses on the economic contributions of Interior Alaska Tribes, regional and village corporations, and Native …