by Lonnie Doyle | Oct 17, 2023 | Headline, Southwind Bulletin
In a heartwarming display of love, respect, and cultural preservation, the 47th annual Kaw Nation Powwow became the backdrop for a meaningful gesture that will forever enhance the atmosphere at the Washunga Tribal Cemetery in Newkirk, Oklahoma. Among the lively dances...
by Lonnie Doyle | Oct 6, 2023 | Headline, Southwind Bulletin
Kaw Nation recently celebrated the return of a significant piece of its ancestral land in Topeka, Kansas. Nestled near Veteran’s Park in Topeka’s vibrant NOTO district, the ceremonial “Three Sisters” rematriation ceremony marked a tremendous...
by Lonnie Doyle | Oct 1, 2023 | Headline, Southwind Bulletin
The 47th annual Kaw Nation Powwow, held at the Kaw Nation Powwow Grounds on August 4th, 5th, and 6th, was an extraordinary success. Drawing one of the largest crowds to date, this event showcased an impressive lineup of 20 dance categories. A heartfelt thank you goes...
by Lonnie Doyle | Sep 27, 2023 | Headline, Southwind Bulletin
On September 9th, 2023, the Kaw Nation Language Department made a remarkable impression at the annual Charlie Adam’s Day celebration in Newkirk, Oklahoma. The event, held at the Newkirk Public Library, featured captivating performances that highlighted the rich...
by Lonnie Doyle | Sep 17, 2023 | Community Spotlight, Southwind Bulletin
On the evening of September 16th, 2023, Council Grove, Kansas, came alive with the echoes of history as the city’s Neosho River amphitheater played host to the much-anticipated “Voices of the Wind People” performance. This annual pageant and...
by Lonnie Doyle | Sep 5, 2023 | Headline, Southwind Bulletin
In a historic moment encompassed in cultural significance and reconciliation, the Kaw Nation recently fulfilled a tremendous milestone—the reclamation of Iⁿ‘zhúje ‘Waxóbe, a sacred red Siouxan quartzite boulder that had, until August 30th, 2023, resided in Robinson...
