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*By Native News Online Staff*
*September 29, 2025*
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### Walks On at 66: Ernie Stevens, Jr.
Ernie Stevens, Jr., a tribal citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and the longtime chairman of the Indian Gaming Association, walked on Friday at the age of 66.
Jason Giles, executive director of the Indian Gaming Association, released a short statement on Friday evening:
“Our Indian Gaming Association board and staff are stunned and saddened by Chairman Stevens’ passing. Out of respect for his wife Cheryl, his lovely family, and the Oneida Nation, we will issue a full tribute at the appropriate time. Please send your prayers to the Stevens family.”
[Read the article: Tributes for Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr.]
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### Tributes for Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr.
Ernie Stevens, Jr., who was reelected to his 13th term as chairman at the organization’s annual convention in San Diego in April 2025, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 26, 2025. We are publishing several of the tributes that have been shared in his honor.
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### Native News Weekly (September 28, 2025): D.C. Briefs
Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth coverage.
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