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Case Against Madison County Attorney Moves ForwardState Supreme Court Denies Motion by State Comptroller and Madison County Attorney to Dismiss Case Seeking to End Taxpayer-Funded Scheme. The lawsuit aims to end arrangement allowing part-time Madison County Attorney to receive over $800,000 above his salary from law firm he helped select as outside counsel. Read More » 
Oneida Nation Names New Police Superintendent and Police ChiefRay Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises, announced today that Art Pierce, former Commissioner of Public Safety, has returned to the Nation to serve in a newly created position, Superintendent of Nation Police. Joseph Smith has been promoted to Chief of the Oneida Nation Police Department. Read More »
SāvOns Share the Love on Valentine’s DayGifts of chocolates and flowers are a Valentine’s Day tradition. That’s why SāvOn Convenience Stores, operated by Oneida Nation Enterprises, has put together a “Carnations and Kisses” giveaway for February 14. Read More » 
Employee Talent Show Winner to Open for Sha Na NaTurning Stone Resort Casino team member Alisia Uryniak calls herself a performer ready for the spotlight. The 2011 Turning Stone employee talent show winner has accepted an invitation to sing as the opening act for the legendary “vintage” rock ‘n’ roll group Sha Na Na Friday, February 3. Read More » 
Turning Stone Again Proves Itself as “The Place to Be”An exciting night of professional boxing drew thousands of guests to the Turning Stone Resort Casino Event Center Saturday January 28. Pro Boxing Fight Night is just one example of what has made Turning Stone into a world-class, premiere destination for entertainment and tourism. Read More » 
Turning Stone's "Sweet Slumber Package" Melts Away WinterAvailable exclusively at The Lodge, a luxurious AAA Four Diamond all-suite hotel, the Sweet Slumber Package includes a collection of the resort’s most popular relaxation amenities: a soothing couples massage at the acclaimed Skaná Spa, a “Perfect Pillow” menu selection, a lavender-scented sleep mask and a lavender bath sachet, as well as a bottle of wine accompanied by gourmet fruit-and-cheese platter, and a bedtime snack of milk and cookies. Read More »
Oneida Nation and Red Cross Team Up to Save LivesGive blood, get coffee at the 17th annual winter blood drive sponsored by the Oneida Indian Nation and American Red Cross NY-Penn Region Tuesday, January 31. Read More » 
Kelly Clarkson Lets the Wheels Spin at Turning StoneSeason one American Idol winner and music superstar Kelly Clarkson shared her experience at Turning Stone Resort Casino with fans through Twitter. Clarkson performed in front of thousands Thursday night... Read More » 
Turning Stone Unveils Electronic Table GamesTurning Stone Resort Casino has enhanced its gaming options for guests with the addition of electronic table games. The expansive casino floor now includes 10 Roulette and five Baccarat electronic games, which simulate traditional live action with interactive community play while offering electronic conveniences such as “Trends” buttons and touch screen tutorials. Read More » 
Oneida Nation Foundation Benefits Central New York and Indian CountryDuring the fiscal year that ended on Sept. 30, 2011, the Oneida Nation Foundation distributed more than $30,000 to help many needy organizations and institutions here in Central New York and in Indian Country. Read More » 
Gingerbread Village Popular Holiday AttractionVisitors to the Oneida Nation’s Turning Stone Resort Casino have a chance to see what is likely the biggest gingerbread village in the Northeast. The eight buildings of this year’s gingerbread village measure about 53 feet long and are made up of 13,000 individual pieces of gingerbread. This holiday delight, with a new archway entrance, is now ready for viewing and will remain on display through the holidays. The public can visit this year’s masterpiece anytime, day or night, in the Garden Lobby near Opals II. Cameras are welcome. Read More » 
ICTMN Offers Breaking News, Thought Provoking Stories That Capture All Aspects of Indian CountryFourteen years ago this month, the Oneida Nation purchased Indian Country Today, a regional newspaper focusing on news affecting Native people in the United States. Nearly one year ago, the Nation revamped the newspaper to become Indian Country Today Media Network (ICTMN), the first ever all-inclusive media network for American Indians across the country. ICTMN has both a dynamic website and a glossy weekly news magazine, This Week from Indian Country Today. Read More » 
New Hires Learn About Oneida NationThe first stop in any new Oneida Nation Enterprise employee orientation is the Nation's Shako:wi Cultural Center, located on Territory Road on the Oneida Nation Homelands. The group pictured here on Nov. 30 learned firsthand about Oneida Indian Nation culture and history from Kandice Watson (Wolf Clan), Educational & Cultural Outreach Relations Director. Read More »
Oneida Nation Leader to Participate in White House Tribal Nations ConferenceRay Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises, is part of group of influential American Indian leaders in Washington, DC for a White House Tribal Nations Conference being held at the Interior Department on Friday, Dec. 2, 2011. In addition to President Obama, several other administration officials are participating in the conference. Read More » 
Oneida Nation Foundation Donates $2,000 to Iroquois Indian MuseumThe Oneida Indian Nation Foundation contributed $2,000 to the Iroquois Indian Museum
in Howes Cave, N.Y. The Iroquois Indian Museum is an educational institution that promotes an understanding of Iroquois culture through its art.
Famous Hollywood Costumes on Display at Turning Stone Resort CasinoThe Hollywood Golden Era and Beyond – Icons of Costume Exhibit opened for public viewing on Friday Nov. 25 in the Event Center Exhibit Gallery at Turning Stone Resort Casino. Visitors to the resort through Jan. 28 will be able to experience the magic of legendary movies such as: “The Wizard of OZ,” “Terminator2: Judgment Day,” “Gentlemen Prefer Blonds,” “Gone with the Wind,” “Cleopatra,” “Bull Durham,” “The Ten Commandments,” “The Maltese Falcon,” and many more. Read More »
Oneida Nation Distributes More Than $5 Million in BonusesThe Oneida Indian Nation awarded more than $5 million in bonuses to all eligible employees in its 4,500 employee workforce. In making the holiday bonus announcement, Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises Ray Halbritter said, “We believe that by investing in our employees and in our community, will we truly be successful as a business and as a people. It is that mentality that has made us the third largest employer in the 16 counties that make up Central New York.” The bonuses, which were awarded a few days before the start of the traditional holiday shopping season, will have significant economic benefits throughout Central New York and beyond. Read More » 
Nation Event Puts Emphasis on Better Health for EmployeesA healthy workforce is important to employees and their families, as well as the viability of an organization. That is why the Oneida Indian Nation holds a health fair for employees every year. This year’s event included a flu clinic where employees and members of the public had an opportunity to get a free flu shot. More than 500 flu vaccines were dispensed. The American Red Cross also conducted a blood drive open to Nation employees. The health fair attracted more than 80 exhibitors including the American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, Smile Therapy, The Center 4 Wellness, Mohawk Valley Imaging and Upstate Medical University. Read More » 
“It is allies like the Oneida that I am grateful for,” Fort Drum Garrison Command Sergeant Major tells Area Veterans at Nation’s Recognition EventNearly 500 veterans gathered at the Oneida Indian Nation’s Veterans Recognition Ceremony.
The speaker, Fort Drum Garrison Command Sergeant Major John F. McNeirney remembered those who have served and those who are currently serving in the U.S. Military when he said, “These great warriors have served our nation well and demonstrated our core values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage.” He stated, “All of those values (were) demonstrated by the Oneida Indian Nation, our first allies” when more than 200 years ago during the American Revolution, the Oneida Nation “pledged to support the new (ly) formed American Continental Army and provided unwavering support …”
He went on to recognize the Oneidas for carrying their corn hundreds of miles to help George Washington’s starving troops at Valley Forge, noting “It is allies like the Oneida that I am grateful for.”
Turning Stone Draws Meetings from Near and Far; All of CNY BenefitsThe Oneida Nation’s Turning Stone Resort Casino has become a magnet for meetings and events. The resort annually draws about 1,000 business meetings, trade shows and wedding receptions—both local and regional in origin. Recently, the Central New York Chapter of the Clinical Laboratory Management Association (CLMA) was on site. The event drew about 200 clinical laboratory professionals from the Syracuse, Utica-Rome, Rochester and Binghamton areas. When groups, like CLMA or wedding parties, converge on Turning Stone for their events the economic impact ripples throughout Central New York. Read More » 
Oneida Legends Entertain and Educate Youngsters at School Harvest FestivalStoryteller Birdy Burdick and Kandice Watson, educational outreach director, recently brought the story of the Oneida Indian Nation to students at Poland Central in Herkimer County. The two Oneida Nation members were there recently for that school’s Harvest Festival. They helped the students learn about the rich history and culture of the Oneida People through telling legends that Oneida children have heard from their elders for centuries.
Agreement Allows City Firefighters to Train at Nation-Owned BuildingFor the past couple of weeks, firefighters from the city of Oneida have been engaged in training exercises at a vacant building on Elizabeth Street owned by the Oneida Indian Nation and slated for demolition. The critical training is possible because of the cooperation between the two governments, allowing the city’s fire department to train in a safe environment. The Nation has reached similar agreements with other local fire departments, including Durhamville. Read More » 
Oneida Nation Holds Successful Prescription Medication Take Back ProgramThe Oneida Nation conducted its first Prescription Drug Take Back program on Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 29 at its Turning Stone Resort Casino. The event was done in cooperation with the U.S. Justice Department’s Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) which sponsors National Prescription Drug Take Back Days all across the country. The collection from the community, which netted 205 pounds of expired or unused medication, was done by the Oneida Nation Police Department. The medication turned in was then picked by DEA for proper disposal. The program was open to Nation Members, Nation employees and the general public. Read More »
Oneida Nation Creates Opportunity By Offering Jobs Along Many Career Paths.A major city in the central part of the country recently advertised on its web site that it “has a workforce of more than 4,500 and is one of the largest employers in the metropolitan area.” It boasted that it offers employment in “more than 400 different job types from unskilled to professional, entry level to management.” The city stated that it is “committed to hiring a professional, productive, diverse workforce.” The Oneida Indian Nation, through its various enterprises and administration offices is practically a mirror of that city. It takes people from all backgrounds and experience to keep an organization of its size operating. 
Ray Halbritter Delivers Closing Remarks at Latino Upstate SummitRay Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises, gave the closing address at the 2011 Latino Upstate Summit, held on Oct. 21 at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica. The purpose of the conclave was to address the role of people of Latino descent in this country as it relates to community life, the economy and civic affairs. Speaking about the summit, Halbritter said “The Oneida people have a special understanding of the challenges faced by the Latino community in New York, and we have a unique appreciation for all the obstacles they have overcome to get to where they are today.” He added, “During these difficult economic times, it is critical that business leaders, community leaders and cultural leaders stand together to bring about positive change for our communities.”
Oneida Nation Police Host Joint Law Enforcement Training SessionThe Oneida Nation Police Department, in conjunction with the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC), hosted two days of instruction for tribal and local law enforcement agencies. The first day of the session focused on investigative techniques utilizing digital photography, with hands-on exercises using state-of-the-art equipment. Day two was an intensive classroom seminar on issues related to gang violence. In addition to Oneida Nation police officers, representatives of several area municipal police departments participated. Read More » 
Iroquois Nationals Edge Team USA in The Bowhunter CupThe Iroquois Nationals defeated Team USA 14-13 in The Bowhunter Cup held in the Event Center at the Oneida Nation’s Turning Stone Resort Casino.
The game lived up to its billing as a friendly, yet competitive, match featuring two of the world’s powerhouses in the sport of lacrosse. There were several lead changes, and neither team ever led by more than two goals. Team USA had a 12-11 advantage at the end of the third quarter, but the Nationals rallied in the fourth frame with three straight goals to go ahead for good.
The Iroquois Nationals are now 4-1 all-time against Team USA in indoor competition.
Statement from the Oneida Nation Media Relations Department Regarding the Mayoral Race in the City of OneidaThe Oneida Nation intends to take an active role on behalf of its members, employees, friends and neighbors in supporting Leo Matzke's re-election in the race for mayor of the city of Oneida. Mayor Matzke has been a strong supporter of developing a respectful relationship between the city and the Oneida Nation, and his efforts serve as a model for how other governments can approach a government-to-government relationship. 
Oneida Nation’s Second Animated Short to Premiere at Syracuse Film FestivalThe Oneida Nation’s Four Directions Productions debuts its second, centuries-old legend brought to life through animation at the Syracuse International Film Festival on Thursday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Palace Theater in Syracuse. “My Home,” focuses on the underlying theme in the legend that is a front burner issue in today’s world—the importance of protecting Mother Earth, the environment we all call home Read More » 
American Indian Casino Profits Stay Local, UCLA Professor SaysJessica Cattelino, associate professor of anthropology at UCLA and author of the book, "High Stakes: Seminole Gaming and Sovereignty." was recently interviewed on Boston NPR affilate WERS. “The important thing to know first of all about tribal gaming is that these are government operations. That is, they’re not like Donald Trump’s casinos or the casinos in Las Vegas which are privately owned,” she said. “The main difference is really after the gambler leaves the casino, what happens with that money? Instead of going into the pockets of an individual or a group of shareholders, the revenues from tribal gaming go into the political body of the tribal nations.” Read More » 
Halbritter: NY Indian nations invest locally; will never leave stateOn Sept. 21, Ray Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises including Turning Stone Resort Casino, presented testimony to the NYS Senate Committee on State-Native American Relations chaired by Sen. George Maziarz. Later in the day he was interviewed for YNN’s “Capital Tonight” that aired last evening 
Oneida Nation Delegation Visits Navajo NationLeaders from the Oneida Indian Nation traveled to the Navajo Nation in Arizona. Their trip included a welcoming dinner, discussion of issues, a Navajo Nation Council Recognition Session, tours of the Navajo Nation Lands, a Navajo Nation parade, an arts and craft show, and a rodeo at the Navajo Fairgrounds. The Oneida Nation delegation for the government-to-government get together included Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises Ray Halbritter and Council Members Chuck Fougnier, Clint Hill, Dale Rood and Brian Patterson.
Indonesian Educators Visit Oneida Indian NationA group of educators from Indonesia toured the Oneida Nation on Tuesday, Sept. 13. The visit was under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program and was made possible by Meridian International Center and The International Center of the Capital Region. The group visited Turning Stone Resort and toured the Ray Elm Children and Elders Center, the Shako:wi Cultural Center and other Oneida Nation facilities. The visit to the Oneida Nation was one stop in New York’s Capital Region portion of a month-long tour of the U.S. designed to help the group gain an understanding of the American system of education. The tour includes becoming familiar with indigenous people and their culture. 
Oneida Nation Living Historian Brings Revolutionary War to LifeOneida Nation Member and Living Historian Samantha Meta presented a program for the public, The Six Nations at the Battle of Oriskany, on Saturday, Sept. 3, at the Oriskany Battlefield. For their part, the Oneida Indian Nation fought alongside the colonists as their first ally in their fight for independence. During the American Revolution, the Oneidas stood with the colonists at battles in Oriskany, Saratoga and Barren Hill (PA), as well as carrying their corn to aid George Washington’s starving troops at Valley Forge. Meta (pictured on the far left) is part of the Oneida Nation’s living history group, First Allies. Read More » 
Oneida Day at The Great New York State FairOneida Day at The Great New York State Fair was held on Aug. 31. As part of their agenda, Oneida Nation Members shared a Thanksgiving message in their native lanugage follwed by various dances performed by a group of Iroquois dancers. Read More »
Oneida Indian Nation Jobs are Central New York JobsThe economy leads the news most days--from high unemployment in this country to companies sending operations and jobs overseas to the ongoing debt crisis. Here in Central New York there are several employers providing economic stability to area workers—employers that are not moving out of state or out of the country. The Oneida Indian Nation creates jobs in Central New York and keeps them here. The Nation has never stopped investing in the area and shares a deep responsibility to its people, the land of its ancestors and the region. Read More » 
Hunter Mahan and Cristie Kerr Repeat as Champs at Notah Begay III Foundation ChallengeThe team of Hunter Mahan and Cristie Kerr outshot a competitive field of stars from the world of men’s and women’s golf and captured their second consecutive title at the Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation Challenge at the Oneida Nation's Atunyote Golf Club. The event raised $500,000 for the NB3 Foundation, aiding the Foundation’s effort to improve health and wellness for youth in American Indian communities across the country. Read More » 
“Play Golf Native America” Day at Nation’s at Turning Stone Resort Brings Golf and Fitness to Area YouthAs a prelude to the Notah Begay III (NB 3) Foundation Challenge on August 31 at the Oneida Indian Nation’s Atunyote Golf Club, a golf clinc and fitness training session was held on August 29. The event was part of a partnership between the NB 3 Foundation and the PGA of America. The NB3 Foundation promotes sports and wellness to youth within Native American communities. This is the fourth year in a row the Oneida Indian Nation has sponsored the competition that brings eight of the world’s top golfers, including Begay and Tiger Woods, to raise money in the fight against diabetes and childhood obesity. Read More » 
Oneida Nation organizes voter registration drive for employeesOneida Nation employees not yet registered to vote were given an opportunity to do so on two days in mid-August. In the last few years, about 200 employees annually become new voters and many others make sure their information is current so they can continue to vote. 
Many Oneidas Headed Back To School this FallIn his 2010 annual report message, Ray Halbritter, Oneida Indian Nation Representative and CEO of Oneida Nation Enterprises revealed that in just ten years nearly a third of eligible Oneida Nation members had earned college degrees and 40% of Oneida members have taken advantage of the scholarship program that is funded by the revenues generated through the Nation’s many enterprises. Read More » 
Oneida Elders Provide Lap Quilts to Wounded Soldiers Unit at Fort DrumMembers and friends of The Oneida Nation Elders Program gathered 36 lap quits at the Oneida Nation Children and Elders Center on Tuesday, August 16th. The lap quilts, the result of months of tedious work, are destined for soldiers injured in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and were presented to Major William Otis from Fort Drum. Each quilt has at least one patch that reads, “Presented to wounded and disabled vets. Thank you. Oneida Indian Nation Elders Quilting group.”
Business Journal Focuses on Oneida Nation’s Business Diversification Beyond CigarettesRay Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO Of Nation Enterprises, was recently interviewed by the CNY Business Journal and Mohawk Valley Business Journal. The story focuses on the Nation’s diversification of its enterprises – from cigarettes and bingo in the early years to resort, retail, marinas, animation media and film. Click here to read the full story. Read More » 
Teachers Also Have Field TripsThe Oneida Nation’s Shako:wi Cultural Center was one of the stops during a recent field trip, part of a three-day workshop designed for teachers of middle school and high school social studies. The New York State Museum-sponsored workshop focuses on cultural, historical, and contemporary legacies of Native Americans in New York State. Read More » 
“Raccoon and Crawfish” Book and DVD SigningThe SāvOn convenience store located at the corners of Rte 31 and Rte 365 near Verona, NY was abuzz with activity on Friday, Aug 5 during a book and DVD signing for “Raccoon & Crawfish,” the first Oneida legend brought to life through animation by Four Directions Productions. Read More »
Oneida Nation Leader Ray Halbritter Participates in White House Meeting on Economic DevelopmentRay Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises, was among a small, select group of Native American leaders who participated in the White House Native American Business leaders Roundtable Discussion on bolstering economic development in rural America. Set up by the newly formed White House Rural Council, the meeting was organized to seek guidance from tribal business leaders with expertise in economic development and job training. Senior policy advisors from across the Obama Administration attended, including those from the Domestic Policy Council, National Economic Council, Office of Management and Budget, Council of Economic Advisors, and several Cabinet Departments. Read More » 
Boaters Now Have Access to Non-Ethanol Fuel at Oneida Nation MarinasMariner’s Landing Marina and Marion Manor Marina now offer non-ethanol fuel for marine engines. Since the introduction of ethanol blended fuels a few years ago boaters have struggled with fuel separation during storage and in wet environments, as well as poor engine performance. 
Nation Hosts Picnic for Thousands of Employees and GuestsThe Oneida Indian Nation’s annual employee picnic recently drew many of its 4,500 employees and their families. For the event, held this year at the Nation’s Peaceful Pines campground , the Food & Beverage Department at Turning Stone Resort Casino with the help of many employee volunteer served: more than 3,500 burgers with buns; more than 3,500 hot dogs and buns; about 2,000 chicken breasts; about 2,000 links of sausage; 600 pounds of salad greens; 1,000 pounds of strawberry topping; 72,000 clams; and more than 8,000 bottles of water. Read More » 
Big Turn Out for “First Allies” Casting CallA casting call was held at Turning Stone Resort Casino on July 25, to search for extras for “First Allies,” a full length theatrical film financially-backed by the Oneida Indian Nation. The film, which focuses on the Oneidas’ involvement as the first ally of the colonists in their fight for freedom during the American Revolution, is looking for talent to fill roles as Native Americans, colonists and British troops, as well as behind-the-scenes positions, such as production assistants. The first casting call drew nearly 1,400 applicants from Upstate New York and beyond. 
Oneida Indian Nation Greenlights First Theatrical Film; “First Allies” Tells True Story of Oneidas’ Alliance with Colonists During Revolutionary WarThe history of how American Indians are portrayed in the mainstream culture is about to change. The Oneida Indian Nation has greenlit its first theatrical feature film, it was announced by Ray Halbritter, Oneida Indian Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises. "First Allies" tells the true story of the Oneidas, one of the six American Indian nations comprising the Iroquois Confederacy, which sided with the colonists in their fight for freedom. The film is based on the book "Forgotten Allies" by history professors Joseph T. Glatthaar and James Kirby Martin.
Oneida Member Brett Bucktooth Participates in White House Lacrosse Event to Spotlight Better Fitness and HealthOneida Nation Member and lacrosse standout Brett Bucktooth visited The White House on July 11 as part of First Lady Michelle Obama’s
“Let’s Move!” initiative to encourage kids to adopt active, healthy lifestyles. The event, which included lacrosse demonstrations on the South Lawn, was attended by leadership from The White House, the Department of the Interior and the National Museum of the American Indian, as well as representatives from the Iroquois Nationals and other lacrosse teams.
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