Month: August 2024

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Archaeologists determine copper earring unearthed near ‘Lost Colony’ site came from Native American village that welcomed English explorers

“This piece of copper now confirms that we have indeed located the site of Roanoac, the Algonquian village that welcomed the first English explorers in 1584.”

MANTEO, N.C. — Archaeologists say an unearthed copper earring likely came from European explorers who made up part of the “Lost Colony” in modern-day Roanoke Island, North Carolina.

The nonprofit First Colony Foundation said the earring was likely traded or gifted to local Native Americans between 1584 and 1585. According to the foundation, an analysis conducted by Madison Accelerator Laboratory at James Madison University found that the copper used to make the ring was of European origin, rather than from a North American source.

The foundation said neither the French nor Spanish — England’s rivals in exploring the New World — ventured as far north as Roanoke Island to trade.

Archaeologists found the earring at Roanoke Island’s Elizabethan Gardens.

“This is an amazing find, with an intriguing story to tell,” said Eric Klingelhofer, First Colony Foundation’s vice president for research, in a news release. “After laying hidden in the ground for more than four centuries, this piece of copper now confirms that we have indeed located the site of Roanoac, the Algonquian village that welcomed the first English explorers in 1584.”

The First Colony Foundation said at that time, the wife of the village chief treated English explorers Philip Amadas and Arthur Barlowe to a lavish woodland feast.

“We were entertained with all love and kindness,” Barlowe wrote in his journal, “and with as much bounty, after their manner, as they could possibly devise.”

“Which makes you wonder, was their hospitality later repaid with a gift of this copper earring, jewelry to adorn a chieftain’s wife or her ladies?”…

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Mohegan

Cherokee Nation Honors Artists at Annual Homecoming Art Show

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Post date August 20, 2024
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TAHLEQUAH, OK – Cherokee Nation honored artists in a special reception at Cherokee Springs Plaza, previewing the 29th annual Homecoming Art Show. The show is now open to the public and on display through Sept. 7 in the gallery located next to the Cherokee National Research Center.

“This show continues to be such a special time and opportunity for our Cherokee artists every year,” said Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. “We are pleased to honor our talented artists and the work they do as culture keepers to promote and preserve Cherokee culture for future generations.”

The juried show and competition features 135 pieces by 87 artists, including the following six Cherokee National Treasures: Harry Oosahwee, Lisa Rutherford, Lena Stick, Michael Dart, Kathy Van Buskirk and Troy Jackson.

This year’s Best of Show was awarded to sculptor Troy Jackson for his nearly 3-foot-tall ceramic vessel “Cherokee Rose 3, Continuance.”

“Year after year, our talented Cherokee artists show a commitment to the preservation and promotion of authentic Cherokee culture,” said Callie Chunestudy, Cultural Programs and Events Project Manager. “We hope that as the public gathers to celebrate the 72nd annual Cherokee National Holiday, guests will stop by and explore the beautiful works from our artists who continue to keep the Cherokee culture thriving.”

Artists competed for their share of more than $18,000 in prize money in two divisions, traditional and contemporary, alongside various specialty awards. The traditional division is defined as “arts originating before European contact” and consists of three categories: basketry, pottery and traditional arts.

The contemporary division is defined as “arts arising among the Cherokee after European contact” and consists of nine categories, including…

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Nanticoke

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Sheryl Swoopes Breaks Silence on Angel Reese Luring Gabby Williams to Chicago Sky

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Post date August 19, 2024
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If there was one person who won all hearts with her exemplary performance in the Olympic gold medal game – it was Gabby Williams. In a contest that had neck-to-neck competition, Williams brought back the French time and again into the game. Seeing her performances, Chicago Sky star Angel Reese asked her if she would like to join the Chicago Sky. But Williams’s answer was sturdy since she had had her share of experiences while playing for the Sky from 2018-2021. Taking a look at their conversation on X, WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes has come to the fore to share her take.

Swoopes was present during the Queens of the Court podcast on Tuesday when she expressed her views on the entire Williams-Reese saga. And fans were excited to know how highly Swoopes thinks of Williams.

“I knew we’d get to Gabby later ’cause…. Yeah! I saw Dearica Hamby, Angel Reese reaching out like, ‘Gabby, wanna come back to Chicago? Dearica was like no but I asked first. Without question Gabby Williams needs to be in the league, she needs to go play somewhere. She’s beautiful to watch,” Swoopes stated via The Queens of the Court podcast.

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Nanticoke

Education emphasized at Nanticoke Indian Powwow

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Post date August 18, 2024
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MILTON — The Nanticoke Indian Tribe’s heritage and culture will be showcased Sept. 7-8 with the 46th annual Powwow, a two-day spectacle that has an educational component.

“That is a huge part of the whole event. That is our point, to educate the public on our culture and our heritage,” said Nanticoke Tribe Chief Avery “Leaving Tracks” Johnson. “There are a lot of people that don’t know our history that are from other areas of the country. When they come here, they are on vacation, and they don’t even know that we exist.”

“So, it is a big educational opportunity for people of all ages.”

Native American crafts and food vendors will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days of the powwow.

Admission fees are $10 for adults, $5 for ages 11-17 and free to children 10 and under.

The Nanticoke Tribe recently announced two Native American performers will be participating in the upcoming celebration at Hudson Fields.

Louis Campbell, whose Native American heritage is Lumbee/Blackfoot, will serve as the head male dancer, teaming with the Nanticoke Tribe’s Mike Harmon.

“He is very well known throughout the country and has performed at the largest powwow in the country, the Gathering of the Nations,” Chief Johnson said.

Angela Gladu, from the Cree heritage, will showcase her professional hip hop hoop and jingle dress dancing styles. The dancing performance will also feature Adrienne Harmon of the Nanticoke Tribe.

The host drums for the powwow are Red Blanket of New Jersey and Stoney Creek from North Carolina.

The opening ceremony Sept. 7 includes presentation of flags, grand entry and first dance session and will begin at noon. The second dance session is at 4:30 p.m.

Noteworthy for Saturday at 1 p.m. will be a Sept. 11 tribute beginning with a…

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Mohegan

12 Westchester Beaches Reopen, 5 Remain Closed: Health Department

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Post date August 18, 2024
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WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — As of August 13, the following beaches, which were preemptively closed due to rainfall, will still remain closed due to samples collected on August 12 having elevated levels of bacteria, according to the Westchester County Board of Health:

Mamaroneck Beach & Yacht Club (Mamaroneck)
Harbor Island Beach (Mamaroneck)
Hudson Park West Beach (New Rochelle)

These beaches will be resampled on August 14.

In addition, the following beaches have been closed due to the presence of harmful algae blooms:

Mohegan Beach Park District Beach (Mohegan Lake)
Mohegan Colony Association Beach (Mohegan Lake)

The following beaches were reopened by the county, as of August 13:

Croton Point Beach Park (Croton-on-Hudson)
Rye Town Park Beach (Rye)
Rye Playland Beach (Rye)
Larchmont Manor Park (Larchmont)
Larchmont Shore Club (Larchmont)
Beach Point Club (Mamaroneck)
Orienta Beach Club (Mamaroneck)
Coveleigh Club (Rye)
Hudson Park East Beach (New Rochelle)
Davenport Club (New Rochelle)
Greentree Club (New Rochelle)
Surf Club (New Rochelle)

The county’s Beach Surveillance Program is designed to protect the public from illnesses associated with swimming in waters that are contaminated.

Heavy rainfall in the watershed of the Mamaroneck River impacts the water quality in Mamaroneck Harbor. Similarly, Echo Bay in New Rochelle is affected which impacts Hudson Park Beach and the Echo Bay Yacht Club.

Decisions to close beaches are based on the number of inches of rain in the watershed. Heavy rains and discharges from stormwater drains may result in high levels of harmful bacteria that may cause illness.

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Mohican

New York Fort to Reenact the Perilous Events of “The Last of the Mohicans”

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Post date August 17, 2024
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Nanticoke

Nanticoke Watershed Alliance releases 2023 report card

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Post date August 17, 2024
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VIENNA — Each year, the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance (NWA) publishes a report card that evaluates the health of the river and gives it letter grades based on its overall health. These grades come from the information Nanticoke creekwatchers collect.

The Nanticoke Creekwatchers program relies on volunteers who regularly test the river’s water quality. They measure things like pH, oxygen levels, and water clarity at various sites from March to November.

These tests help the organization understand if there are too many nutrients, like nitrogen and phosphorus, in the water. High levels can lead to too much algae.

When algae bloom, they reduce oxygen in the water and block sunlight, harming aquatic life and creating “dead zones” where fish and other organisms can’t survive. Also, some algal blooms are harmful, which can cause illness when contracted by pets or humans.

“It is important that NWA continues to work closely with our Nanticoke Creekwatchers program to keep a close eye on the health of the Nanticoke River,” a statement from the group said. “We must maintain the river to prevent dead zones and keep the river healthy.”

This year, the report shows:

Marshyhope Creek and the Delaware Headwaters earned a grade of B-, making them the healthiest areas.
The Lower Nanticoke also scored a B-, a positive improvement since 2015.
The Upper Nanticoke, Broad Creek, and Lower Creeks received C grades.
The Upper Nanticoke and Broad Creek had the lowest grades, continuing a concerning trend. However, there were some improvements:
Marshyhope Creek’s nitrogen grade improved from an F in 2022 to a D in 2023.
The Lower Nanticoke and Lower Creeks showed better results in phosphorus and chlorophyll levels.
Water clarity has either declined or remained the same in most areas. Nevertheless, dissolved oxygen levels are healthy throughout the…