Monday, June 6, 2022 – Federal funds add muscle to tribal meat processing
In response to meat shortages spurred by the pandemic and a consolidated meat industry, the federal government is dedicating $1 billion to smaller, independent meat processing endeavors. That’s a promising boost for a handful of local, tribally operated meat processing facilities that service tribal ranchers and consumers. We’ll talk with agriculture advocates about efforts to leverage the federal money to diversify the meat processing industry.
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 – Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reclaims land taken decades ago
More than six decades after it errantly took land away from the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, the federal government is returning nearly 12,000 acres. The transaction resolves a dispute over the Minnesota tribe’s land that began when federal officials improperly interpreted a U.S. Department of Interior order, and started selling off what was clearly Leech Lake land. Reversing the process was no easy feat, and required a unique collaboration with county officials.
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 – Preparing your career path
Chances are you won’t be limited to a single career your whole life. But there are ways to build skills and knowledge that will help you throughout your lifetime regardless where your vocation takes you. Once you leave school or enter a trade, there are some things to know about what to expect and what’s expected of you no matter what you do. We’ll learn what to know as you start the journey of your working life.
Thursday, June 9, 2022 – 60 years of Samoan independence
This month marks the 60th anniversary of Samoa’s independence from colonial rule. Self rule came to the Pacific island nation in 1962, after decades of frustration with occupation by New Zealand, and Germany before that. During those times, Samoans had little say in the administration of their own people, and their culture and language were systematically diminished. Now, Samoa thrives and works to revitalize the core elements of their identity.
