The Pala Band of Mission Indians in California will be the first tribe in the nation to receive the Anti-Defamation League's American Heritage Award.

The tribe is being recognized for its work with other tribes, local governments and civic groups.

The award will be presented on November 6 at the Pala casino.

Get the Story:
Civil rights group to honor Pala band [second item] (The San Diego Union-Tribune 10/19)

Relevant Links:
Pala Band of Mission Indians - http://www.palaindians.com
Anti-Defamation League - http://www.adl.org

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