Leech Lake News - Important news and information for the Leech Lake area in Minnesota

The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Cannabis Regulatory Act was drafted at the direction of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation Business Committee and is intended to address civil matters related to the commercial cultivation, processing,…

On August 1, 2023, the prohibition on adult possession and use of cannabis and cannabis products will end and it will be legal across Minnesota for adults age 21 and over to possess, use, transport, and grow cannabis for personal use…

CASS LAKE, MN- The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, in collaboration with the Cass Lake Indian Health Service (IHS), the Army National Guard, and the Army Reserve, is proud to announce a transformative community partnership aimed at providing…

The Elder/Disability & Veteran Payment applications may be submitted to Tribal Assistance starting Monday, June 12th, 2023. Enrollees who file their completed applications prior to 12PM on Friday, June 30th, 2023, will be included in…

CASS LAKE - The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Accounting Department is pleased to announce the dates for the FY24 Budget Public Hearings. These crucial meetings will provide an opportunity for community members to actively participate in the…

Meeting has been rescheduled for May 5, 2023. CASS LAKE- The ongoing epidemic of fentanyl overdoses and deaths in the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe community is a serious issue that requires action. In response, the Leech Lake Substance…

ST PAUL- Minnesota is in the grips of an opioid epidemic, with deadly overdoses reaching an all-time high and killing twice as many people as car crashes in 2021. Advocates are calling on the government to take more action to prevent…

he Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Health Department is taking a proactive approach towards the health of its community members. Harm reduction services offered by the department are an important aspect of this approach. Harm reduction is a set…

ST PAUL- A new bill has been introduced in the Minnesota legislative session that would provide $6 million in funding for the next two years to Tribal Colleges in the state.  The bill, HF-750, is being carried by Representatives Keeler,…

Get ready for a fun-filled day on the ice! The 2023 Kids Perch Jerk, sponsored by the Leech Lake Tribal Council and Leech Lake Gaming, is coming to Big Winnie on Saturday, March 4th. This free event is open to kids of all ages and promises…