Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren's Weekly Radio Address (in Diné Bizaad)
Thursday, July 10, 2025
1. Introduction
2. Upcoming Holidays and Appreciation Day
- Appreciation for Oak Ridge Fire first responders and firefighters
- Thank you to Navajo Pine Crew, Navajo Scouts, Navajo Hot Shots, Navajo Rangers, and partners
- Coordinated response from tribal departments, nonprofits, church groups, and local organizations
- Moving into healing and recovery phase for impacted communities
3. Local Announcements
- Missing person: Tynica Pete, 23, last seen June 19 in Shiprock, NM
- Missing person: Miley Shorty, 16, last seen July 4 in Red Rock, NM
- Missing person: Tyler Joseph Pete, 38, last heard from June 29 in Klagetoh, AZ
- Missing person: Karina Belle Yazzie, 32, last seen July 6 in Nenahnezad, NM
4. Accomplishments
- Oak Ridge Fire reaches 90% containment with 11,027 acres burned after over 600 fire personnel efforts
- President Trump signs 'One Big, Beautiful Bill Act' including RECA reauthorization and expansion
- President joins Missouri Senator Josh Hawley to celebrate historic RECA amendments
- $21.2 million Navajo Route N35 road in Sweetwater, AZ completed with ribbon cutting ceremony
5. Major Projects
- President meets with all five agency veteran organizations on July 7
- Discussion topics include Veterans Housing Program, Veterans Trust Fund, and Chapter 16 funds
- Briefing document with meeting details to be submitted to all agencies by July 10
6. Meet and Greets
- Kayenta Fourth of July parade participation with First Lady and staff
- President runs first Narbona Pass Classic 10K on July 6
- Community celebration bringing together families, elders, and children
7. Closing: Thank you and tune in next week!
###
This audio program and description are produced by the Navajo Nation Office of the President, which is responsible for its content.
OPVP Media: https://opvp.navajo-nsn.gov/administration/#media
Content Coordination: OPVP Media Team
Audio Editor: Byron C. Shorty
© 2025 OPVP
