Makayla Jones, 6, was crowned the 2024-25 Little Miss Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial on Friday night. Navajo Times | Nicholas House | Navajo Times

Participants take part in the Just Move It finale at Ellis Tanner during the 102nd Annual Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial on Aug. 3 in Gallup. Navajo Times | Nicholas House | Navajo Times

Navajo Times video | Rick Abasta Listen as Esther Yazzie-Lewis of Edgewood, New Mexico, speaks during the Uranium Legacy and Remembrance Action Day in Church Rock, New Mexico, July 15. | Navajo Times

MERRY CHRISTMAS NAVAJO NATION! As the world comes together for Christmas, First Lady Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren and I encourage our Navajo people to spend this time reflecting on the blessings of the last year, share in laughter and joy with one another and hold dearly to those you love. Our division directors and staff have worked hard this year and reported on accomplishments throughout the year. My hope is that you will all take this time to spend quality time with your families and friends ov