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Plant Project
Yes, L Designs, Etc. has initiated a plant identification project utilizing a computer application to compile data gathered over the years on Jicarilla Apache plants and their uses. We plan to make this information accessible to individuals interested in Native American botany. Please stay tuned for updates.

L Willis
7 days ago1 min read


Education to receive a boost?
Editorial. November 4th marks an opportunity for our community to vote for the most qualified, energetic, and committed individual who will use their common sense and ability to work together with others, even when views differ, in a respectful and thoughtful manner. It isn't what it seems to serve as a public official. Governmental policies and bureaucratic red tape hinder progress in most instances and it will be up to the elected officials to see through the noise and c

L Willis
Oct 201 min read


L Designs to present "Jicarilla Apache Medicinal Plants"
June 14, 2025 — L Designs will be presenting “Jicarilla Apache Medicinal Plants” at the Mora Cultural Event in Mora, New Mexico. ...

L Willis
May 211 min read


JOIN THE CONVERSATION!
Apr 23, 2025 What is happening in Indian Country concerning Indian education? Join concerned and active leaders in New Mexico who are...

L Willis
Apr 221 min read


SB-13 Tribal-State Compact Schools
In New Mexico, the push to pass legislation granting tribes greater control over public schools has progressed to Governor Michelle Lujan...

L Willis
Apr 121 min read


Jicarilla Day Celebration
February 10, 2025. Lorene Willis and Bryan Vigil, owners of L Designs, Etc., spoke to the students at Dulce Middle High School about the...

L Willis
Feb 121 min read


A Visit to an Historical Apache Campsite in Colorado
June 19, 2024. Juneteenth, Bryan Vigil, Lorene Willis, and Tyler Fernandez traveled to the San Luis Valley with Kate Perdoni. A great...

L Willis
Jun 19, 20241 min read


Lorene Willis & Linsay Castleberry attend Women's Circle of Elders
July 19 - 21, 2024. Lorene and Lindsay traveled to Nedrow, New York, to join the annual Women’s Wisdom Circle, hosted by the Onondaga...

L Willis
Apr 25, 20241 min read
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