Announcements & Events
Announcement
Hands of Hope Project
April 14-30, 2025
10 am - 2 pm
ICW Office
1318 E Independence
Shawnee, OK
Add your handprint to our community display symbolizing your commitment to protecting our children
Announcement
AST - Vision Zero - Safer Streets Saves Lives Survey
B A C K G R O U N D :
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe was awarded a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) planning grant from the United States Department of Transportation for the creation of a Safety Action Plan (SAP). The goal of the SAP is to reduce and eliminate serious injuries and fatal crashes on roadways in the Absentee Shawnee Tribe SAP study area by identifying roadway safety problems and roadway locations with the most significant safety risks.
W E N E E D Y O U R I N P U T !
Y O U R F E E D B A C K W I L L :
Help identify unsafe roadways.
Help create safer roadways.
Help achieve the eventual goal of zero roadway fatalities and serious injuries.
FO R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N A B O U T T H E A S T S A P I N I T I A T I V E ,
V I S I T : A R C G . I S / G 5 D 8 E
Announcement
2025
ELDERS COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Elders Officers
Term: 2023 to 2025
President: Twila Parker - Cell 405.229.8052
Vice President: Audrey Dodds - Cell 405.593.5987
Treasurer: Charlotte Ellis - Cell 405.620.4091
Secretary: Shirley Adkins - Cell 405.778.9353
Announcement
Spring Break Melokami Youth Camp
OPEN TO ALL YOUTH 6-12th grade, space is limited.
Location - Brendle Corner, 19200 E Robinson Street, Norman, OK
Date/Time - March 17-21, 2025, 9 am to 4 pm
Transportation - Tecumseh, Shawnee area youth will be picked up at the AST Complex at 8:30 SHARP. We will return to the complex at 4:30
Sign-Ups - Youth must be signed up by Friday, March 14.
Contact information:
Blake Goodman: bgoodman@astribe.com
Shay Fixico: sfixico@astribe.com
TYP Cell 405.617.6231.
Announcement
March 7 & 8 is Native Heritage Night!
This is your chance to catch a Oklahoma Warriors hockey match. Tickets are FREE with CDIB card.
Games are played at OKC Blazers ICE Centre, 8000 S I-35 Service, Road in OKC at 7 PM.
Announcement
Due to inclement weather, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Tuesday February 18, Wednesday February 19 and Thursday February 20 2025.
Announcement
From the Election Commission:
The Election Commission has determined that the Primary Election scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025, will not be held based on the fact that there was only one Candidate who filed for office in this year’s election. The Candidate will advance to the June Annual Election. Our decision was based on the legal analysis rendered by AST Attorney General Gary Pitchlynn.
The Annual Election will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025. The voting polls will be located at:
The Little Axe Resource Center on Peebly Road, 1970 156th Ave NE, Norman, Oklahoma
The AST Health Multipurpose Building, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, on the Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma
The polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at both locations.
The Absentee Ballot Request form will be available beginning April 1, 2025:
AST tribal newsletter
AST website
Election Commission Office, Building 2 (Governor’s Building)
at the tribal complex.
Prospective Candidates filing for Elective Offices in 2025 are listed below.
ELECTION COMMISSION
COMMISSIONER (3 Year Term)
James Cody Spybuck, Jr.
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER (2 Year Term)
No Filing
SECRETARY (3 Year Term)
No Filing
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Election Commission Office at 275-4030 ext 3537 or election.commission@astribe.com
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Wednesday February 12 2025 due to inclement weather.
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day.
Announcement
Little Axe Youth Rec Soccer 2025
All Games Played in Little Axe
Parent/Coaches Meeting will be held
February 25th, 6:30-7:00pm
$15
AFTER Feb. 25 price increases to $20
OPEN FOR BOYS & GIRLS 3-18 Y.O.
SIGNUPS BEGIN JAN. 27 AND GO THROUGH MARCH 21ST.
MAX CHARGE 2 YOUTH PER FAMILY.
SIGN-UPS WILL BE: ·ANYTIME MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 5pm - 6-m starting Jan. 27
WE WILL HAVE EVENING SIGNUPS FROM
6-7:30 PM ON FEB 25TH
SIGNUP AT BRENDLE CORNER COMM BUILDING LOCATED OFF OF
HIGHWAY 9 JUST EAST OF 192ND IN WHITE CHURCH LOOKING
BUILDING
Practices can begin as early as March 17th
Season will be April 5th through Approx June 7th
Any questions contact Blake Goodman at bgoodman@astribe.com or 405.617.6231
Announcement
Miss, Jr. Miss, and Little Miss Indian Oklahoma City applications now open!
Interested in becoming the next Miss/Jr. Miss/Little Miss Indian OKC? - Contact them for an application by email to changingwindscs@gmail.com or apply online,
https://link.edgepilot.com/s/6ef71995/0a_invJaDEWd4JXTzoArcw?u=https://missindianokc.org/
Whether you have a passion for cultural heritage, a talent you wish to showcase, or a desire to make new friends and memories, this is a wonderful opportunity for you. Each category offers a unique chance to grow and shine among peers who share similar interests.
If you or someone you know fits the age criteria and is interested in participating, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to celebrating the achievements and talents of young Native women and fostering a supportive and empowering environment for all participants. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of something truly special!
Announcement
Tax Preparation Services
To make an appointment please call, 405.275.4030, x3506
Location, Multi-Purpose Building, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK
Start date - January 28, 2025.
Tuesday's & Thursday's 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday's February 8 & March 8 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free income tax filing : Forms 1040 or 1040 SR
Eligibility: Total household income of $67,000 or below; AST members and community. Tribal members served first.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Photo ID
Social Security Card
Medical/Dental Expenses, if any
1099 Form
W-2 Form
Last Year’s Taxes
Charitable Donations Receipts, if any
IRS PIN Letter
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Announcement
Due to the inclement weather, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Friday January 10 2025
Announcement
AST Native Connections is seeking Native painting instructors to guide our Native youth, ideally during the month of February. If interested contact vscarberry@astribe.com
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Thursday January 9, 2025 in observance of the National Day of Mourning.
Announcement
Christmas closure-
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed
Tuesday December 24 and Wednesday December 25 for Christmas
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