In this week’s Pagan Community Notes: Saturn officially enters retrograde (at least from Earth’s point of view), we celebrate Lughnasadh, Star shares the Tarot of the Week, and a new essay explores the long history of suspicion directed toward wealthy, independent women labeled as “witches.”
Indigenous Land
Less Than 14 Days Remain to Comment on Proposal to Remove Chaco Protections
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The Interior Department has opened a brief public comment period on a proposal to remove protections for the landscape surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park, a move Tribal nations warn could expose one of North America’s most sacred Indigenous landscapes to expanded drilling.
Africa
Pagan Community Notes: Week of July 16, 2026
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In this week’s Pagan Community Notes, Vodoun plays a critical role in saving Benin’s Mangrove, Ancient Neolithic site, Witch’s Grave reveals some secrets, Star’s Tarot of the week, and an update from the Pagan Solidarity Alliance.
Asia
Gold Votive Plaque Reveals Cult of Jupiter Dolichenus at Roman Fort on the Black Sea
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Archaeologists in Georgia have uncovered a gold votive plaque bearing the first direct inscription linking the Roman fort of Apsaros to the mystery cult of Jupiter Dolichenus, offering a rare glimpse into the religious life of Rome’s eastern frontier.
Environment
As El Niño Strengthens, Experts Urge Communities to Prepare
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We don’t usually report on seasonal weather forecasts, but this one, organizations say, deserves attention. Experts say a strengthening El Niño could affect everything from winter storms to food prices, making preparedness more important than ever.
News
Pagan Community Notes: Week of July 9, 2026
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In this week’s Pagan Community Notes: CUUPS Convocation turns 40, Hexed stirs fresh controversy, Fast Company and Vogue shine a spotlight on modern witchcraft, Star shares her Tarot of the Week… “Don’t just stand there, let’s get to it.”





