Jackson ousts Navajo Headstart director on grounds of leave abuse
Paul Platero has been relieved as head of the Navajo Nation Headstart Program. Executive Director Genevieve Jackson cited tribal policy for not sharing reasons, while staff said excessive days off without authorization triggered the action. Kaibah Begay named acting director as Jackson seeks a permanent replacement amid grant talks.
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Chinle faces alcohol problem on dry Navajo Nation lands
Chinle Arizona struggles with a drinking crisis on the dry Navajo Nation. Authorities warn alcohol is the top issue, not just beverages but bootlegging and a dangerous mix called ocean. Users bottle hair spray and water in milk containers, using Aqua Net for cheap access.
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Chinle group plans first meeting on bootleggers issue
Jina Coalition in Chinle announces its first meeting to combat bootlegging. Orlinda Williams, president, cites rising concerns after six local men died in an alcohol related crash near Lukachukai. The gathering is set for Friday afternoon in the Chinle Navajo Housing Authority conference room.
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Navajo official rebukes blame over youth program funding
WINDOW ROCK Navajo Nation Council delegate Thomas Cody claims flyers from the DYCS unfairly target council members by blaming them for the lack of a summer youth program. DYCS says the note on its Tuba City door told youths to contact local chapters, noting funding is via the Public Employment Program handled by chapters. The council previously voted 39 to 24 to fund the program, short of the 59 votes required, amid calls for sustaining a 25 year old effort that provides jobs for college and high school students and relevant experience.
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Indian Hills Elementary summer school makes fairy tale fun
More than 20 students and helpers built gingerbread houses to cap a four week program on fairy tales like Hansel and Gretel Little Red Riding Hood and Jack and the Beanstalk Teachers emphasize reading writing creativity and critical thinking as the aim while families joined in the building and the tasting of the edible houses
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Gallup to honor elderly with city proclamation
Mayor John Pefia praised Blessed Jeannie Jugan and the Little Sisters of the Poor for aging care and urged a society for all ages. Gallup declared June 2026 Week of the Elderly as part of UN recognition, with Mother Esteem and Mother Saleem present for the proclamation.
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