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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
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Wednesday February 12 2025 due to inclement weather.
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day.
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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
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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!
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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
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Due to the inclement weather, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Friday January 10 2025
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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  
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Thursday January 9, 2025 in observance of the National Day of Mourning.
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Wednesday January 1.
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Closed for New Year's Day
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Christmas closure-  The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Tuesday December 24 and Wednesday December 25 for Christmas
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Check out the AST Agriculture Department featured in the new promotional video, shown for the first time yesterday at the National Indian Ag Conference. https://youtu.be/9yui7B4AUbE?si=gFB9jTTJqodS6vYN 
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Applications for the 2024 AST Children's Christmas Gift Cards are now available online. Children's Christmas $25 Gift Card Program Application Deadline: Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 at 5:00 PM CST. Applications must be submitted before December 31st, 2024 at 5:00 PM (FIRM DEADLINE, NO EXCEPTIONS) We are not responsible for lost or stolen gift cards. The $25 gift cards will be mailed out by the end of January, 2025. No Longer Accepting Applications
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ATTENTION AST ELDERS -  The Executive Committee is working on mailing a 2024 Christmas gift to all AST Elders 55 and older. Please make sure your address is correct. ENROLLMENT OFFICE - EMAIL - ENROLLMENT@ASTRIBE.COM IN PERSON - 2025 S GORDON COOPER DRIVE, SHAWNEE, OK, BLDG 1, UPSTAIRS ONLINE ADDRESS CHANGE FORM https://www.astribe.com/enrollment-address-update/forms/address-update
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will close at 12pm Wednesday December 4, 2024 for the AST Employee Christmas Party.
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Ho! Ho! Ho! It’s a special time of year and the Secretary’s Department presents the 2024 CHRISTMAS COLORING CONTEST Eligibility is open to all AST youth ages 3-17 There are 4 ways you can go about making sure your kiddo gets a coloring sheet: 1). If you are local you can pick up sheets in Building number 1 at the reception desk 2). If you email arosales@astribe.com requesting what age group you are needing we will send what is needed 3). If you are needing coloring sheets to be mailed to your home address please call Alexas at 405.275.4030 Ext: 3641 4). They will be available for download on the Absentee Shawnee Tribe website page Download coloring sheets here, Ages 3-5 Ages 6-8 Ages 9-12 Ages 13-17 All coloring sheets are due by December 23rd, 2024 Winners will be announced December 30th, 2024
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The AST Complex will be CLOSED Wednesday at noon, November 27 Thursday, November 28 Friday, November 29 in honor of Thanksgiving

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