Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe

When women lift each other up, it has a profound and lasting impact

For more than 20 years, the Women’s Initiative Fund at the Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation has raised money to support organizations that benefit women and girls.

Fall activities will have residents falling further in love with the Mt. Pleasant area

If fall fun is what you seek, opportunities abound in Isabella County. Whether you're looking for football games, markets, apple and pumpkin farms, or spooky-themed fun, we've got you covered!

Participants of various ages took part in the Grand Entry on Saturday.
Annual Saginaw Chippewa Powwow returns in an impressive fashion

The 38th Annual Saginaw Chippewa Powwow brought out the best authentic dancers and drummers for a public cultural demonstration.

Central Michigan University’s 33rd annual Pow Wow artisans

At the 33rd annual Pow Wow in Central Michigan University's McGuirk Arena, vendors aligned the inside corridors before entering the arena offering intricate handmade pieces such as jewelry, candles, soaps, lotions, blankets, clothes, medicine bags, and more.  

Dancers perform at Central Michigan University’s 33rd annual Pow Wow

Central Michigan University recently held its 33rd annual Pow Wow on March 19 and March 20th at John G. Kulhavi Events Center in the McGuirk Arena to celebrate life and Native American culture.

‘Singing is a way to connect with the past’: Central Michigan University’s 33rd annual Pow Wow

Central Michigan University recently held its 33rd annual Pow Wow this past weekend celebrating life and Native American culture. Six groups of indigenous singers performed at the event.

The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe first all-female executive council (left to right) Council Secretary Martha Wemigwans, Sub-Chief Jennifer Wassegijig, Chief Theresa Peters Jackson, Treasurer Gayle Ruhl.
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribal Council elects first-ever all-female executive council

The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe has elected an all-female executive council, which is working toward a number of future endeavors that will create an even more vibrant community for tribal members.

Letter to the editor: A request for help to the community

Despite flu season having arrived, the pandemic is not yet over. MidMichigan Health is reaching out to our community with a request for your help.

MidMichigan College honors Indigenous People’s Day

MidMichigan College honored Indigenous People’s Day with a traditional drum circle, acknowledgments from government officials, and speeches from Tribal members.

Got code? Area students urged to create computer apps in Congressional contest

Middle and high school students interested in learning how to code can access free educational resources and the chance to showcase their creation in the U.S. Capitol through the 2021 Congressional App Challenge.

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