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Anishinaabeg Today
A Chronicle of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe
Vol. 16, No. 6
White Earth, Minn.
[email protected]
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Festival for Fathers and Families
Photo by Gary W. Padrta
Xavier Hanks, a 5th grade student at NCCS helped make a documentary on Naytahwaush. In
the background is a scene from the Remembering Home trailer. Also see Page 15.
Lights, camera, action!
Students make documentary on Naytahwaush history
The Naytahwaush Community Charter
School’s fifth grade class has produced a documentary entitled, “Remembering Home” A
Living History of the Naytahwaush Community.
The yearlong effort will premier Wednesday,
May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Naytahwaush
Community Charter School.
The documentary will be preceeded by a
class skit written by Tiffany Sorenson who is the
school’s AmeriCorp worker.
The Remembering Home documentary features interviews with area elders who grew up in
the Naytahwaush community. This year’s elders
include Lucille Estey, Charles Wadena, John and
Ann LaVoy, Maxine Boswell, Sonny and Jeanne
McDougall and Petey Olson.
The 40-minute documentary features memories and photos from days-gone-by, but not forgotten. Remembering Home is also a tribute to
the original and only written copy of the History
of Naytahwaush written by Vivian Bisek’s sixth
grade class of 1951-1952.
Admission to the documentary’s premier
and skit is free to the public, but individuals are
encouraged to call the school at 218-935-5025
because seating is limited.
The featured elders, students and special
guests will be honored that evening. A DVD version of the documentary and the original written
history will be available for sale at the premier.
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INSIDE THIS EDITION
Page 4 - 2011 angling & season limits
Page 6 - Housing receives AHPgrant
Postal Customer
ECRWSS
Page 7 - Honoring Our Mothers Pow
Page 9 - The Doctors Corner
Page 11 - Rediscovery construction
Page 13 - 143rd WE Celebration
Page 17 - COLS Honor Roll
Page 19 - Royalty contest registration
Page 21 - Birth announcements
Photos by Gary W. Padrta
The annual Festival for Fathers and Family was held April 23 at the
Shooting Star Casino Event Center. More than 600 adults, children and
volunteers attended. Top: The Easter Bunny gives kids a ride around
the parking lot. Bottom: Kami Lhotka holds her daughter, Zoey as she
gets a bunny nose and whiskers painted on her face.
Tribe looks to multi jurisdictional drug or wellness
court to help keep participants clean and sober
By Jerome Lhotka
On Jan. 31, the White Earth Tribal Council
declared a public health emergency with respect
to prescription medication and illegal drug
abuse.
The proclamation references the devastating
effects substance abuse has on our families, communities and culture, and also pledges that all
tribal agencies make this their top priority.
Action is under way. While the healing process
will take time, resources and effort, we must
begin the task or the damage will only continue.
We do not face these issues alone. Substance
abuse is present in communities across the
United States. Just this past week, substance
abuse issues was a headline on CNN news and
also the lead topic of conversation in a speech by
President Barack Obama. However, the severity
is more significant in Indian Country. In our tribal communities we have the ability to help ourselves, and our leaders have pledged resources to
assist. The facts on illegal drug use are alarming;
however need to be exposed so we can begin to
acknowledge the issues as a community so we
can move forward. Statistics include:
• Deaths from heavy drinking for Native
Americans are six times greater than the U.S.
population. Twenty-seven percent of Native men
and 13 percent of Native women die of alcohol
See Court Page 21
The 143rd White Earth Celebration &Pow Wow is June 10-12
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News From Chairwoman Erma J. Vizenor
Update on the Nelson Timber Settlement
Congressman Collin Peterson, 7th District and
Congressman Chip Cravaack, 8th District have introduced
a bill in U.S. House of Representatives for distribution of
the Nelson Timber Settlement.
I have personally contacted Senator Al Franken to let
him know how important it is for him to endorse the House
bill and co-author a companion bill in the U.S. Senate for
the Nelson Timber Settlement.
As I write this article on Sunday, May 1, I will be
meeting with Senator Amy Klobuchar this evening at
Shooting Star Casino and Event Center. I will stress the
urgency for Senator Klobucher to author the bill for Nelson
Timber Settlement in the U.S. Senate. It has been 12 
years and our people have waited too long for their money.
Pembina Judgment Lawsuit
On April 18-20, on behalf of the Pembina band, White
Earth Reservation, I was at the U.S. Federal Court hearing
in Bismarck, N.D. Secretary/Treasurer Robert Durant was
also at the hearing.
It was my third hearing before the federal settlement
judge. The first hearing was in Grand Forks, N.D., and the
second hearing was in Washington, D.C.
There are four tribes in the Pembina lawsuit against the
federal government: Turtle Mountain Tribe, Chippewa
Cree (Rocky Boy) Tribe, Little Shell Tribe, and White
Earth Tribe. Native American Rights Fund (NARF) of
Submitted by Mike Swan
Although some information on ceremonies cannot be
discussed or printed, the following information was used
from the website, which was produced by the Little River
Band of Ottawa Indians, Anishinaabemowin Program Kenny Pheasant, Director, who is Ojibwe from Canada.
Ceremonies - Manidookewinan
Smudge – Nookweziganoon
The smudging ceremony is a purification ceremony.
Any one of the four sacred medicines can be used.
Sometimes all of the sacred medicines are used. The most
common one is mashkodewashk, otherwise known as sage
in English. Some pipe carriers and elders recommend that
when people refer to these medicines, it should be in
Anishinaabemowin. These medicines are picked from
Mother Earth just for the purpose of purification. The four
sacred medicines are asemaa (tobacco), wiingashk (sweetgrass), mashkodewashk (sage) and giishkaandag (cedar).
The smudging ceremony can take place anytime, usually before a meeting or Grand Entry at Jiingtamok (pow
wow). Sometimes pipe carriers and elders recommend that
this ceremony should be done if things get out of hand at
the workplace or at home. The sacred medicine is lit, and
some use matches instead of a lighter. Some actually use
wood from a sacred fire. The smoke from the sacred medicine purifies the mind, body and spirit. The inside of rooms,
especially motel rooms, should be smudged. Some people
smudge when they hear bad news, such as a death or illness. Most people who smudge use a shell as a container,
and usually eagle feathers are used to fan the medicines. If
a person does not have eagle feathers, then other feathers
are used, such as hawk feathers. The ashes that are left
should not be thrown away, but scattered by the entrance at
the door to symbolize that bad thoughts, words and feelings
are not welcome inside.
The Four Sacred Medicines- Gichitwaa Mashkiki
Asemaa is used mainly for prayers and offerings of
gifts. It is used as an offering in a sacred fire or as an offering in a prayer bundle. Its main use is for the pipe ceremony. It is a sacred medicine that was given to the first man,
Nanabozo. He used it to speak to the Creator, and that tra-
Boulder, Colo., is legal counsel for the tribes.
The lawsuit commenced nearly 20 years ago as result
of underpayment for a claims settlement in 1964 and 1980.
In 1863, the U.S. Government and Pembinas signed a
treaty, resulted in ceding 7.5 million acres of land for 8
cents an acre and in 1892, ceding 10 million acres for 10
cents an acre.
The tribes and federal government are in negotiations
before a settlement judge.
Ojibwe Hymn Singers
Throughout the Lenten Season the Ojibwe Hymn
Singers gathered to sing on the Leech Lake Reservation,
Red Lake Reservation, and White Earth Reservation.
Amongst the singers it was decided to get an Ojibwe Hymn
Singer jacket for each singer. It shall be an inclusive project, which means that every person who sings with the
Ojibwe Hymn Singers shall get a jacket, doesn’t matter
how often, just as long as there is a dedication and desire to
keep our tradition of Ojibwe hymn singing alive and growing.
We have a beautiful ministry and service that has been
a tradition at prayer meetings, wakes, funerals, and celebrations.
For the White Earth Ojibwe Hymn Singers, if you sing
with us and want a jacket, please let me know your name
and size at 218-983-3285. Funds will have to be raised.
See Erma Page 24
dition is still practiced today. Asemaa represents the eastern
direction, the first part of the day, the first season (spring),
the first stage of one’s life, the first aspect of life (the mind),
the first clan (the eagle), and the Oriental race.
Giishkaandag is another sacred medicine that has
many uses. It can be used as a tea or used in a bath, especially with women who are with child, to nurture and purify their bodies. In the sweat lodge ceremony, giishkaandag
is used to purify the area. Some Anishinaabe place
giishkaandag in their shoes so that good things will greet
them in their travels. The cedar tree has many medicinal
qualities from the roots, bark, branches and sap. It is said
that the cedar tree was the first tree to be created.
Giishkaandag represents the southern direction, the middle
part of the day, the second season (summer), the second
stage of life (youth), the second aspect of life (the body),
the second clan (the deer), and the Anishinaabe nation.
Mashkwadewashk is very common to the Anishinaabe.
It has been said that it almost became extinct in this area at
one time, but that because of the belief the Anishinaabe
have in the power of asemaa, it is coming back. At times,
the only place that it was found was in the western direction. Some place sage at doorways for protection from evil.
It has been taught that a person should chew a few sage
leaves before an important speech or presentation.
Mashkwadewashk represents the western direction, the
evening or setting sun, the third season (autumn), the adult
stage of life, the third aspect of life (emotions), the buffalo
clan, and the black race.
Wiingashk was plentiful at one time. Due to overbuilding and farmlands, the natural areas where wiingashk
grew are diminishing. Wiingashk is the first plant that our
Creator created, and it represents the hair of
Omizakamigokwe (Mother Earth). It is a very powerful
purifier. Some Anishinaabe wear wiingashk in their hair to
get rid of headaches or bad thoughts; others just lay it on
their forehead. Wiingashk represents the northern direction,
the last part of the day (the night), the last season (winter),
the last stage of life (the elder), the fourth aspect of life (the
spirit), the bear clan, and the white race of man.
See Ceremonies Page 20
Aabitoose, Zaagibagaa-giizis 4, 2011
Anishinaabeg Today
Pine Point School captures 3rd annual
State Snow Snakes competition at BSU
By Stephan Carlson, Ph.D
University of Minnesota
On a cold wintery day, 45 reservation students in
the 5th – 8th grades attended the State Snow Snake
competition March 4 at Bemidji State University’s
American Indian Resource Center.
University students from campus helped build
the four snow snake tracks for the completion on the
BSU football field. Students from the White Earth
Indian Reservation’s Circle of Life (COL), Pine
Point (PP) and the Naytahwaush Community Charter
Schools (NCCS) attended the all day competition.
Snow Snakes is a traditional game played during
the winter months using a crafted piece of wood and
a snow/ice track. The game gets its name from the
way the crafted stick moves as it travels down the
track.
The game itself is simple. Each competitor takes
turns throwing their snow snake, with the farthest
snow snake winning the competition. Multiple
rounds were played to determine the snow snake
champion at each grade level. In addition, snow
snake artistry was also judge by the American Indian
Club at BSU.
Winners in the artistry areas were Chad Burnette
and Sonny Wadena from NCCS and Tammy Jackson
and Josh Jones from PP.
To mark the beginning of the competition,
Robert Shimick from the White Earth Indian
Reservation said an Ojibwa prayer and smudge over
the newly crafted snow snakes at the 3rd annual competition.
In the 5th grade competition, 4th place went to
John Annette from COL, 3rd place went to Raven
Murray of NCCS, 2nd place went to COL and 1st
place went to Xavier Hanks of NCCS.
In the 6th grade competition, 4th place went to
Tina Roy of NCCS, 3rd place went to Dominick
Warren of COL, 2nd place went to Tammi Jackson of
PP and 1st place went to Anthony Norcross of PP.
In the 7th and 8th grade competition, 3rd place
went to Josh Jones of PP, 2nd place went to
Samantha Robbins of PP and 1st place went to
Shawn Jones of PP.
The traveling Snow Snake trophy for overall
school winner went to Pine Point.
For those interested in learning more about snow
snakes and the associated curriculum please visit:
http://bit.ly/b8NQa7.
This year’s competition was funded in part with
National Science Foundation ITEST funding.
For any additional questions concerning snow
snakes, the curriculum and the festival please contact
Stephan Carlson by phone at 612.624.8186 or via
email at [email protected]
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Rice Lake
13th Annual Memorial Walk
11th Annual Memorial Pow-Wow
(May 29-30, 2011)
Rice Lake Pow-Wow Grounds
Sunday, May 29
Potluck Picnic @ 4 p.m.
Grand Entry @ 7 p.m.
Monday, May 30
Memorial Walk @ 9 a.m.
(Starting at Roy Lake)
Sack Lunch @ Noon
Feast @ 5 p.m.
For more information call:
Jim Hvezda @ 694-3539, Lori Fairbanks @ 533-0475,
Melody Auginaush @ 694-3533 or
Irene Auginuash @ 800-950-3284
 Only first 5 drums will be paid
 Camping space available
 Security Provided
 Everyone invited to walk in memory of loved ones
Not responsible for accidents, injuries, thefts,
or short-funded travelers.
NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ALLOWED
Photos by Leonard Wells
Around 45 students from White Earth Reservation schools participated in the annual Snow Snakes competition at Bemidji State University.
All deadlines for the AT are strictly enforced!
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2011 Angling Season and Limits
Species
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
10
Northern
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
10
June 4, 2011 – February 28, 2012
Minimum size limit of 40 inches
1
Bass
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
Largemouth & Smallmouth in combination
Trout
White Earth enrollee Kathy Meyer was awarded the National Native American Woman
Owned Business Award by the National Center of American Indian Enterprise
Development.
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Crappies
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
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Sunfish
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
All species in combination
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Lake Sturgeon
innovation, commitment and success in
Indian economic and business development. Owner and CEO, Kathy Meyer,
accepted the award on behalf of Meyer
Contracting, and was acknowledged in an
awards presentation.
Meyer Contracting is the only Native
American woman owned heavy equipment
contractor in Minnesota. The company has
provided 27 years of general construction,
excavation, demolition and underground
utility work throughout the Midwest. The
company strives to perform quality work
ethically and morally, while providing
clients with the best value and project satisfaction. Through Kathy’s leadership, these
values have been critical to the success of
Meyer Contracting in the construction
industry.
Free home buyer educational workshop
White Earth Investment Initiative and
MMCDC are sponsoring a home buyer
education workshop, “Pathways Home,”
free of charge on May 25-26 from 5-9:30
p.m. at White Earth Housing in Waubun.
This workshop is required for White
Earth Tax Credit Housing. You must attend
both sessions and complete one half hour of
one-to-one mandatory housing counseling
to receive a Homebuyer Education
Certificate of Completion.
The workshop will cover all aspects of
the home buying process. It will be fun and
informal with food and games, while pro-
viding you with important information to
help you make housing decisions that are
best for you.
The presenters will include a lender,
realtor, insurance representative, money
management expert, homeownership counselor and a representative from the Tribal
Lands Office.
The instructor is Rosy Hjermstad,
Housing Advocate – MMCDC, and the
Homeownership Counselor is Tina
Peterson - HAPA.
To register please contact MMCDC at
1-800-752-6579.
Please Notify White Earth Contract Health
White Earth Contract Health patients who are seen in the emergency room
must notify Contract Health within 72 hours of the visit or your charges can be
denied payment. If you do not have other third party coverage, you may be
referred to the Patient Benefits Coordinator to be screened for other resources.
If you have any questions call 1-800-477-0125 or 218-983-4300
Ext. 6280, 6281, or 6282.
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May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
All species in combination
Rough Fish
Meyer Contracting Inc.’s CEO, Kathy
Meyer (White Earth) was awarded the
National Native American Woman Owned
Business Award, by the National Center of
American Indian Enterprise Development
(NCAIED) at it’s 25th Annual Reservation
Economic Summit & American Indian
Business Trade Fair on March 14-17 in Las
Vegas.
Meyer Contracting received the award,
in recognition of it’s “exemplary dedication
to the development of economic and community well being through support of tribal
communities and the creation of their economic infrastructure.”
NCAIED’s annual awards are recognized as one of most prestigious awards
honoring those who have demonstrated
leadership, dedication, entrepreneurship,
Daily Limits
Walleye
Muskellunge
Submitted photo
Dates
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
Perch are classified as rough fish
CLOSED
200
0
Turtle Harvest
Snapping Turtles
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
10
All other Species
May 1, 2011 – April 30, 2012
200
2011 Rough Fish Spearing Regulations
Night Time Period:
Rough fish may be speared in rivers and lakes anytime beginning at dusk from
April 18 through May 22, 2011.
General:
 It is prohibited to harvest game fish with a spear.
 All lakes, rivers, ponds, streams, creeks are open to the harvest of rough fish with
a spear.
 Tribal members are asked to respect private property.
 Please do not litter.
 Please be careful and do not damage stream banks or other access points.
Daily Limit:
200 rough fish; all species in combination.
Any violations of the provisions of these regulations shall be considered a
violation of the White Earth Conservation Code and shall be subject to any
penalties provided therein.
White Earth enrollees must have a tribal identification card
and a current Harvest Permit.
White Earth Fire Department awarded USDA
Rural Development funds for equipment, gear
(Detroit Lakes) Congressman Collin
Peterson announced that an $8,000 USDA
Rural Development grant has been awarded
to the White Earth Band of Chippewa
Indians for their volunteer fire department.
“It’s important that our rural fire
departments are given the necessary tools
to keep their communities safe, and these
grants are especially critical for volunteer
departments like White Earth’s.” Peterson
said. “Having access to the right equipment
and gear is so important to all our emergency responders.”
The Economic Impact Initiative Grant
will be used to purchase protective gear and
pagers for the White Earth Fire
Department.
USDA Rural Development Economic
Impact Initiative Grants help provide rural
communities with necessary services to
their residents
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Rez Briefs
about the bathroom signs to Shared Visions, a community organization dedicated to addressing the
issues of racial disparity and bias. Rachelle Houle
Bemidji, with a population of 13,431, is located served with Meuers on the Cultural Understanding
at the center of the triangle formed by the reserva- and Respect Committee, and together they set the
tions of the Red Lake Band of Chippewa, Leech goal of placing restroom signs in both Ojibwe and
Lake Band of Ojibwe and White Earth Band of English in 20 businesses within a year. Meuers volOjibwe. Subtle and not-so-subtle racism against unteered to pay for the signs.
Indians has always been a problem in the city, said
Noemi Aylesworth, owner of the Cabin
Michael Meuers, who works for the Red Lake Band Coffeehouse, was the first to put the signs up. Then
of Chippewa in government and public relations.
she painted an Ojibwe greeting, boozhoo, (“wel“There have been lots of grandiose ideas over come”) on her front door and printed small signs
the years about what to do,” he said. “Put more with several Ojibwe words and their English translaNative Americans on the boards of corporations, hold tions, to put on the cafe’s tables.
a big powwow, create jobs — but they never hapThe first 20 businesses were signed up in just a
pened.”
couple of weeks. The lanMeuers came up with
guage project now has
a much more modest pro119 businesses participatposal in 2005.
ing — a food market has
“I thought of asking
labeled all of its foods in
business owners in town
Ojibwe; a fabric store has
to put the Ojibwe words
bilingual labels for all of
for women (Ikwewag)
its threads and fabrics; the
and men (Ininiwag) on
hospital intends to use
their restroom doors,” he
Ojibwe signs in the new
said.
emergency room being
The idea came in part
built; a funeral home
from Hawaii, where
wants to display a prayer
Meuers had lived for a
for the bereaved in
year in the 1960s. On the
Ojibwe.
islands, he recalled,
While waiting in line
native language and culat Target one day, Houle
ture are a part of everyday
was surprised to hear a
life for everyone, as the
young
non-American
A kitchen at Bemidji State University is labeled in
familiarity with words
Indian cashier greet an
Ojibwe, English and Braille. Its part of an effort to
such as mahalo, luau,
Ojibwe elder in her native
expand the use of Ojibwe in Bemidji.
aloha, lei and hula prove.
language. The cashier told
On restroom doors, the
her that the greeting
words men and women are displayed in English and sometimes shocks younger shoppers, but that elders
in Hawaiian.
really appreciate it. He can also say, “I’ll see you
From that, Meuers learned that “a symbol is pro- later” (Giga-waabamin miinawaa).
found in its simplicity.”
Bemidji State University has taken the idea even
In 2005, a student at Red Lake High School, a further. In addition to the restroom signs, the universchool for Red Lake students run by the state of sity has posted parking lot designations, greetings
Minnesota, opened fire on the campus with a shotgun and posters with translations of common words in
and a semiautomatic pistol, killing seven.
Ojibwe on campus. BSU, which has 250 Indian stu“The next day, I was talking to the city manager dents, was the first college in the U.S. to offer an
and noticed a Red Lake flag on a shelf,” Meuers said. Ojibwe language program and now awards a certifi“I was working for the tribe at that point and I sug- cate of Ojibwe language instruction.
gested the city fly the flag. The Red Lake flag flew at
But what difference do a few signs make? A lot,
half-staff outside City Hall for a week. I never heard it turns out. One woman from Detroit Lakes in west
so many positive comments about Bemidji. It was the central Minnesota told Houle that when she was
people of the city saying, ‘Bemidji is crying for the young, she saw signs in Bemidji that read “No
Red Lake babies too.’ ”
This prompted Meuers to take his simple idea See Language Page 21
By Tanya Lee
Indian Country Today/ Bemidji Pioneer
Oshki-giizhigad Native Alive Campaign fundraiser
The Native Alive Campaign is preparing for the
Oshki-giizhigad (It’s a New Day) fundraiser scheduled for Sept. 9 at the Shooting Star Casino Event
Center. Area dancers, dressed in regalia, will be featured in a unique Native American traditional fashion
show.
We are looking for designers and tailors that are
interested in showcasing their work. It is our goal to
have a variety of regalia styles, men, women and
children.
If you are interested in showcasing your work
please contact Verna Olson at 218-935-2711 Ext.
7459 or email: [email protected].
All proceeds will help sustain the Native Alive
Campaign’s Suicide Hotline. Watch for more details
in upcoming papers!
Native Alive Campaign Mission Statement
To create a community full of hope within the
White Earth Reservation; offering dedicated support
and assistance to those in need of strength and
encouragement. To empower, support and educate
community members with the ultimate goal of reducing suicide and depression and increasing the quality
of life for all who live here.
RTC offices closed for training and holiday
White Earth RTC offices will be closed on Monday, May 16
for mandatory health wellness training and will reopen on Tuesday,
May 17 at 8 a.m. They will also be closed on Monday, May 30 for
Memorial Day and will reopen on Tuesday, May 31 at 8 a.m.
Ojibwemodaa (Let’s speak Ojibwe)
An Ojibwe Language Roundtable for beginners to fluent
speakers meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. at the old Pine Point
School. Everyone is welcome.
Minwanjige Cafe hosting gardening workshops
Every Saturday in May the Minwanjige Cafe on Strawberry
Lake in Ogema will be hosting a gardening workshop followed by
a lunch featuring locally grown foods. Workshops cost $5-10 and
will cover a new topic each week: Composting, Beekeeping,
Garden planning to minimize weeds, and Backyard Chickens!
Workshops will begin at 10 a.m. Minwajige is a native-owned
business specializing in traditional crafts and foods from the
region. The cafe will be open regular hours for the season beginning June 4. We serve Rez-Roast fair trade coffee roasted on site,
fresh baked goods, and simple meals. Check us out at www.minwanjige.com.
St. Theodore’s Church sponsoring rummage & bake sale
St. Theodore’s Catholic Church is sponsoring a Spring
Rummage & Bake Sale Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7 from 8
a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Theodore’s located at the intersection of
Becker County Roads 124 and 129 in Ponsford. Come early for
wonderful bargains and tempting goodies!
Quiz Bowl tean names Easter winners
The Anishinaabe Quiz Bowl members held their annual Easter
Dinner Raffle. The money raised will help the Quiz Bowl class
attend the JOM Lester Jack Briggs State Midwest competition on
May 4-5. The students are in charge of the boards. The winners of
the Easter Dinner Raffle boards were Millie Roy and Charles
Wadena. Thank you for your support.
Diabetes Bingo
Diabetes Bingo will be held May 6 at Naytwahwaush, May 9
at Pine Point, May 17 at White Earth, June 7 at Elbow Lake, June
20 at Mahnomen, and June 24 at Rice Lake. Bingo will begin after
the 11:30 a.m. elder nutrition meal. Bingo at Mahnomen will begin
at 1 p.m. at Valley View Apartments. All are welcome.
Looking for a job?
The White Earth Human Resources Department has a Job
Hotline. Call 218-983-3285 and ask for Ext. 1000. It has all the
current job openings.
WE Vets Association accepting military items for displays
The White Earth Veterans Association is accepting military
items to be displayed at the White Earth Veterans Center in
Mahnomen. The association will accept donated items or items on
loan Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call
ahead at 218-936-5650.
Attention all White Earth members
If you hold a Homesite or Lakeshore Lease with the RTC Land
Office please call Richard Heisler at 218-983-3285 Ext. 5803.
They are in the process of updating physical addresses and contact
information for the individuals utilizing tribal land.
Crystal Meth Anonymous meetings
A Crystal Meth Anonymous meets on Mondays at 7 p.m. at old
Naytahwaush Community Center. Crystal Meth Anonymous is a
fellowship of men and women for whom Crystal Meth or other
drugs, has become a problem. For more information regarding
Crystal Meth Anonymous, please visit www.cmamn.org. For more
information on the meeting please call Sharon at 218-401-0760.
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Submitted photo
White Earth Housing Authority recently received a $250,000 AHP grant, which will be used to rehab 15
homes on the Rez. Members of the Tribal Council and Housing received the news directly from
Minnesota Senator Al Franken in Duluth. From left are District I Representative Irene Auginaush,
Housing Board member Moss Tibbetts, Housing Director Jen McDougall, Housing Administrative
Assistant Donna Murray, District II Representative Terry Tibbetts, Senator Al Franken, and Jim Uran,
Tenant Service Management. Not pictured: Secretary-Treasurer Robert J. Durant.
Sen. Franken announces $1.7 million in
housing grants, including to White Earth
Sen. Al Franken (DFL-MN) announced $1.7
million in affordable housing grants through the
Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Affordable
Housing Program (AHP).
These awards will be used to create 100 affordable housing opportunities in five developments in
Native American communities throughout the state.
In addition, the organizations will leverage more
than $18.5 million in other funds and create hundreds
of jobs in Minnesota
“By investing in affordable housing and creating
new opportunities for local businesses, we are
strengthening entire Native American communities,”
Franken said. The senator is a member of the Indian
Affairs Committee and works to ensure the federal
government upholds its relationship with
Minnesota’s tribes.
Each of the five projects serves a diverse need
including creating homeownership opportunities for
formerly homeless families, rehabilitating older
homes and providing additional rental units. These
projects will create or improve 100 homes and provide the opportunity for 100 individuals to turn their
own key, have their own place or improve their quality of life.
• American Indian Community Housing
Organization and North Shore Bank of Commerce
This first of its kind project will use a $500,000
grant to renovate a major historic structure in Duluth
and create 29 units of permanent supportive housing
for the homeless.
• Bois Forte Band of Minnesota Chippewa and
First National Bank of Buhl (two projects)
A total of $640,000 will be used to partially fund
the development of 31 units of new housing in the
Nett Lake and Vermilion Sector of the Bois Forte
Reservation.
• Leech Lake Reservation Housing Authority
and Western National Bank
Twenty-five affordable new homes will be built
for families on the Leech Lake Reservation using a
$350,000 AHP grant.
• White Earth Reservation Housing Authority
and Midwest Bank
Fifteen homes occupied by enrolled tribal members will be rehabilitated using the $250,000 AHP
grant. Without this grant, some of the units could
become uninhabitable.
Each year FHLB Des Moines commits 10 percent of its annual net income to developing affordable housing. Since 1990, they have distributed nearly $19 million to fund 2,100 homes for Native
American populations across the Bank’s five state
district.
Presidents statement on Court approval of settlement
of Native American farmers lawsuit against USDA
Today (April 28), the U.S. District Court
approved the settlement reached by the Department
of Agriculture and the Department of Justice with the
plaintiffs in the Keepseagle class action lawsuit.
This is yet another important step forward in addressing an unfortunate chapter in USDA’s civil rights history.
This settlement would not have been reached
without the leadership of Secretary Vilsack and
Attorney General Holder, and I want to thank them
both for their hard work on behalf of Native
American farmers. Today’s approval of the settlement will help strengthen our nation to nation relationship with Indian Country and reinforce the idea
that all citizens have a right to be treated fairly by
their government.
Waubun-Ogema-WE Schools
participating in summer food program
The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools is participating in
the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all
children without charge. Acceptance and participation requirements for the program and all activities are the same for all regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age of disability, and
there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.
Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:
Waubun School
June 6 to July 1 and August 1 to 26 (Monday-Friday)
Breakfast: 8-9 a.m.  Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ogema School
August 15-25 (Monday-Thursday)
Breakfast: 8-9 a.m.  Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Adults over the age of 18 years may purchase a breakfast for
$2 and a lunch for $3.45.
If you have questions please call Kelly Kent at 218-473-6171.
In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of
Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
To file a complaint, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil
Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence
Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call 800-795-3272
(voice) or 202-720-6382 (TTY).
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer
DEA Hotline
Report illegal sales of prescription drugs to the DEA
Hotline at 1-877-RxAbuse (1-877-792-2873)
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WE enrollee launches Web site to aid
veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder
A Montana State University Native American
Studies professor has launched a new Web site that
he hopes will help veterans cope with post-traumatic
stress disorder through forums that discuss ceremonies.
“Strong evidence exists in scholarly literature
that traditional American
Indian ceremonies such
as sweat lodges and veterans’ pow wows have
helped American Indian
Vietnam veterans cope
with post-traumatic stress
disorder,” said Lawrence
Gross, assistant professor
of Native American
Studies at MSU and an
Anishinaabe (Ojibwe)
Indian who is a member
of the White Earth
Lawrence Gross
Nation. His new Veterans
Ceremonies web site is at www.veteranceremonies.org/default.aspx.
Gross stressed that he doesn’t advocate that nonIndians replicate the ceremonies and traditions of
American Indians, which could prove dangerous.
“Instead, we encourage individuals and groups
to look to the example of American Indians and
develop ceremonies based on their own traditions.
These would include ceremonies for sending soldiers
to war, reintegrating them back into society, honoring their contributions to our freedom, and making
use of their experiences by placing them in leadership positions within their groups. We hope that both
religious and lay organizations will heed this call.”
Gross has also provided a spot for forums for
veterans of many backgrounds: www.veteranceremonies.org/ceremony_forums.aspx
Gross’ work is rooted in a scholarly article about
assisting American Indian veterans of Iraq and
Afghanistan that won the Wordcraft Circle of Native
Writers award in 2006-2007 as best academic article.
He emphasized that he is paying for the site himself,
and while MSU is allowing him work time and computer resources, the site is his own.
“My name in Anishinaabe is ‘Anwaatin,’ which
means calm water,” Gross said. He hopes the Web
site will help calm the troubled hearts of veterans.
“We want people to use the ideas informing
American Indian ceremonies for veterans to create
ceremonies true to their own traditions that will have
resonance,” Gross said. “What we provide are some
basic ideas that have helped veterans create peace
with their communities and within themselves. We
hope it will be an important tool in helping veteran’s
readjust.”
Gross said he is not a veteran himself, but the
site is dedicated to the memory of his uncle, Leo
Vernon Beaulieu, a Marine who was killed in
Vietnam in 1966 and who won a Purple Heart and the
Navy Cross posthumously.
“The scholarly literature indicates even though
American Indian Vietnam Indians experienced PTSD
at levels similar to other groups, now, about 25 years
later, American Indians exhibit fewer 12-month
symptomology compared to other groups,” said
Gross, who has a doctorate in religious studies from
Stanford and master’s degrees from both Harvard
and Stanford. “There is empirical evidence that
going through ceremonies can help with PTSD.”
3rd Annual Pow-Wow
Honoring Our Mothers
Saturday, May 7 & Sunday, May 8
Shooting Star Event Center - Mahnomen, MN
Host Drum
Northern Winds (South Dakota)
Invited Drums
Battle River (Red Lake)
Buffalo River (South Dakota)
Elk Whistle (Canada)
Emcees
Mickey Hodges (White Earth)
Mike Gabbard (Delaware Nation - Okla.)
Spiritual Advisor
Mike Swan (White Earth)
True Old Style Jingle Dress
1st $300  2nd $200  3rd $100
(Ages 18 +)
Three Man Hand Drum Contest
1st $300  2nd $200  3rd $100
The White Earth ECFE Program
will be offering two fun weeks for children who will be entering
Head Start for the first time for the 2011-2012 year. The child will
need to be age three before Sept. 1, 2011.
We would like as many applications as possible so that we can see
where we have the most interest and can set the dates during the
end of May, June, July and August if needed. We would like to
schedule dates as soon as possible so please let us know by May 15.
Please fill out the following form and return to your local Head
Start or the White Earth Head Start Program in White Earth, attention Carolyn Williams, 218-983-3285 Ext. 1418.
I am interested in sending my child to: (Please circle one)
White Earth
Naytahwaush
Waubun
Pine Point
Rice Lake
Mahnomen
If not enough children in one area we might be able to commute
and/or combine Waubun with White Earth or Mahnomen
Name of Child:_________________________DOB:___________
Sponsored by the Tribal College:
Girls Fancy Shawl
Ages 6-14
1st $250  2nd $150  3rd $100
Parent/Guardian: _______________________Phone#__________
Address: _____________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
Boys Grass Dance
Ages 6-14
1st $250  2nd $150  3rd $100
Location where you live from the nearest Head Start: example
(such as two miles north of the White Earth Head Start)
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
Grand Entries
Saturday - 1 & 7 p.m.
Sunday - 1 p.m. only
For Information Call:
Tim St.Clair: 218-204-0368
Jane Fox: 218-358-0204
Henry G. Fox: 218-358-0415
Meal
Sunday - 2 p.m.
Vendors Call:
218-935-2711 Ext. 7023
All articles/photos submitted to the AT will be run
on a space available basis
Arena Directors
Tim St. Clair (White Earth)
Ricky Smith (Pine Point)
_____________________________________________________
Anishinaabeg Today
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Agriculture Secretary, NFL quarterback Sam
Bradford urge Native youth to get exercise
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack welcomed
St. Louis Rams Quarterback Sam Bradford to the
Agriculture Department April 27 and joined him in
urging Native American youth to spend the summer
pursuing healthy outdoor activities.
Bradford, an enrolled member of the Cherokee
Nation, participated with more than 30 Native
American students at USDA’s People's Garden in
planting a Native American garden, called The Roots
of American Agriculture.
“Through programs like ‘Fuel Up to Play 60’
and Let’s Move!, the Obama administration is helping get kids active in order to help them have a
healthy future,” said Vilsack. “Our partners at the
NFL and across the country are key to engaging kids
in an exciting way that teaches them that physical
activity can be fun, while also important to their
health.”
Bradford and Vilsack noted that a recent study of
four year-old children found that obesity is more than
twice as common among American Indian/Alaska
Native children than among white or Asian children.
In 2002, nearly 15 percent of those receiving care
from the United States Indian Health Service (IHS)
were estimated to have diabetes.
The USDA People’s Garden Initiative promotes
the establishment of school and community gardens
to grow healthy food, people and communities across
the country. More than 30 Native students helped
plant the garden. Those participating included students representing Eastern and Western tribes,
Southeast Alaska, and a class from a Native elementary school in Tuba City, Ariz. The garden showcases heirloom Native American crops and planting
techniques and celebrates the tremendous contributions Native Americans have made to the foods we
eat today.
Bradford and Vilsack were joined at USDA by
Robin Schepper, executive director of First Lady
Michelle Obama's Let’s Move! Campaign; Keith
Moore, the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of
Indian Education Director, and Janie Hipp, Senior
Advisor to Secretary Vilsack with the USDA Office
of Tribal Relations.
The First Lady's Let's Move! initiative, which
aims to end childhood obesity, has also since joined
in support of Fuel Up to Play 60 and USDA’s
HealthierUS Schools Challenge, which are both
helping to combat this issue and provide access to
nutrition information.
Fuel Up to Play 60 is an in-school nutrition and
physical activity program launched by the National
Dairy Council (NDC) and the National Football
League (NFL), with additional partnership support
from USDA. The program encourages youth to consume nutrient-rich foods (low-fat and fat-free dairy,
fruits, vegetables and whole grains) and achieve 60
minutes of physical activity every day. Fuel Up to
Play 60 is designed to engage and empower youth to
take action for their own health by implementing
long-term, positive changes for themselves and their
schools.
On April 22, 2010, Bradford was selected by the
St. Louis Rams as the first overall pick in the 2010
NFL Draft. He grew up in Oklahoma and spent his
college career with the Oklahoma Sooners. In 2008,
Bradford became the second sophomore to win a
Heisman Trophy. In his first season in the NFL,
Bradford won the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
award after setting the record for most completions
by a rookie in NFL history.
Mii-gii-way-win Advisory Board
approves several donations for community needs
The Mii-gii-way-win Advisory Board recently
approved more than $13,000 in donations for March
and April. The following are a sample of the requests
they approved.
 $2,500 - Naytahwaush Community Charter School
for PA system.
 $500 - Mahnomen High School prom.
 $1,000 - White Earth Tribal and Community
College for graduation.
 $500 - Waubun High School prom.
 $500 - MCT for 10th Annual Tribal Employment
Services Conference.
 $1,000 - Festival for Fathers and Families Event.
 $1,000 - White Earth Urban Community Council
for Family Fun Day.
 $500 - Naytahwaush Community Council for
Easter event.
 $200 - Sam Rock Memorial Pow Wow.
 $250 - Detroit Lakes High School After Prom
Party.
 $500 - Rice Lake Community Council for
wrestling mat.
 $500 - White Earth, Ogema, Waubun churches to
take children to Valley Fair.
The Mii-gii-way-win Advisory Board is committed to serving communities, through economic
opportunities, that promote the enhancement of the
quality life for tribal membership and their families.
They work diligently to serve the needs of organizations and charities requesting a donation, through a
fair and effective manner in order to ensure the
preservation and respect of the Native culture.
The board consists of associates from the White
Earth Reservation Tribal Council departments and
associates from the Shooting Star Casino, Hotel &
Event Center. Funding is made possible by the joint
effort of the White Earth Reservation Tribal Council
and the Shooting Star Casino, Hotel & Event Center.
DOVE Visitation & Safe Exchange
The supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange program is located at the
Community Service Center in Naytahwaush
Call 1-800-763-8629 Ext. 3290 for an appointment or information
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) has funds designated for tribal governments
to use for economic development, housing or community facilities.
Tribes who submit successful applications may secure up to
$600,000 through Indian Community Development Block Grant
funds for housing, community facility or economic development
projects principally impacting low and moderate income families.
In accordance with grant guidelines, Michael Triplett of the White
Earth Economic Development Department will be conducting a
Public Hearing to obtain the views of residents regarding potential
projects.
A Public Hearing will be conducted on Friday, May 13, 2011
at 3:30 p.m. in the main conference room on the lower level of the
White Earth RTC Building in White Earth. If you are unable to
attend the meeting, input can be submitted to Michael Triplett 218983-4640 Ext. 5906 by May 13.
White Earth
Vocational Rehabilitation Program
Dedicated to providing services for people with
disabilities on the White Earth Reservation
PO Box 7, Naytahwaush, MN 56566
218-935-5554 or 1-800-763-8629
Fax: 218-935-0479
Program Criteria
** Must reside within the boundaries of the White Earth Rez.
** Must be enrolled in a federally recognized tribe.
**Individual has a physical or mental impairment, which
results in a substantial impediment to employment.
** Presumption that applicant can benefit from VR services.
Providing to our consumers
*Assistance with counseling/advocacy
*Network with other agencies
*Independent learning/options
*Referral for medical concerns
*Network with Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion
Programs
*Spiritual consultation
************************************************
Gloria LaFriniere, Director
Marvin Tibbetts, Co-Director
Oscar Oppegard, Counselor
Kelly Murray, VR. Technician
Patricia Porter - Administrative Assistant
MCT Finance Corporation
If you are an enrolled member of the Minnesota
Chippewa Tribe and are interested in a low
interest mortgage, call (218) 335-8582 for an
appointment with a loan officer.
For more information, download an application, or
view homes for sale checkout our website at:
www.mnchippewatribe.org
or www.mctfc.org
You can reach the AT at [email protected]
Anishinaabeg Today
Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community awards
grant to Little Earth of United Tribes in Minneapolis
A $450,000 grant from the Shakopee
Mdewakanton Sioux Community will fund several
programs at the Little Earth of United Tribes in
Minneapolis for fiscal year 2011. Funds will be used
for a home readiness training program, a feasibility
study for a food co-op and urban farm, an on-line
high school training program, a college success program, the Omniciye Program, and for administration.
“With one-third of its visionary 10-year strategic
plan now complete, Little Earth of United Tribes is
charging a community-wide course from entitlement
to empowerment. Working together, our organization
and residents have boldly raised household incomes,
education levels, community volunteerism, and safe-
ty,” wrote Little Earth President/CEO Bill Ziegler in
the request.
Little Earth was founded in 1973 to create
affordable housing for the growing urban American
Indian community in Minneapolis. It is the only
urban American Indian owned, subsidized housing
complex in the United States with American Indian
preference. Located on 9.4 acres in the East Phillips
neighborhood, Little Earth spans a multi-block area
with 212 housing units home to nearly 1,000 residents.
Almost half of Little Earth residents are under
the age of 21; residents are 98 percent American
Indian with ties to more than 20 tribal nations.
Mahnomen Center of Human Environment receives
$38,843 from US Housing and Urban Development
CHICAGO – U.S. Housing and Urban
Development Secretary Shaun Donovan recently
awarded more than $2.6 million to 22 new homeless
programs in Minnesota. The Mahnomen Center of
Human Environment received $38,843.
The grants announced are an investment in local
projects, which have never received HUD homeless
funds in the past, providing critically needed housing
and support services to homeless individuals and
families. The grants announced April 28 are in addition to more than $20 million HUD awarded in
January to renew funding to 148 existing Minnesota
homeless housing and service programs.
“Today, we build on this Administration’s goal
to prevent and end homelessness in America,” said
Donovan. “This funding will make a significant
impact in the lives of thousands of people and provide resources to put them on the road of independence.”
“These new grants will help 22 housing and service programs provide essential support to meet the
basic, but critical, needs of those who experience the
crisis of homelessness in Minnesota, “ said Antonio
R. Riley, HUD’s Midwest Regional Administrator.
Week of the Young Child Event
The Week of the Young Child
Event was held April 12 at the
Shooting Star Casino Event
Center.
Organizers said the event was
very successful. More than 325
parents and kids attend this play
and learn event.
Parents were able to attend a
workshop on “Who is the Boss,
Managing Parent/Child Conflict”
while the volunteers provided
child care.
Photos by
Colleen Blattenbauer
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THE DOCTOR’S CORNER
Poor diet can increase risk of dental disease
By Toby Imler Jr., DDS
White Earth Health Center
The importance of diet in dental health is an important factor
that is often overlooked. Poor diet can increase the risk of dental
disease. Dental disease is like any other disease; there are risk factors and there are protective factors. Our teeth can remain healthy
and decay free when the protective factors outweigh the risk factors. If we become unbalanced or stressed by poor diet or other
risk factors then tooth decay can start quickly. If this is left
unchecked, it can create havoc with our teeth.
To understand decay, we need to know a little bit about what
makes up our teeth. Our teeth are just like bones, made of minerals like calcium, phosphorous, and fluoride. Each tooth is made of
up of three layers: enamel - the hard outer shell, dentin – the inner
bulk of the tooth, and pulp – the nerve and blood supply of the
tooth.
Demineralization is how a cavity starts. First the bacteria that
are in our mouth set up a colony on the tooth, this happens very
quickly and cannot be prevented. When we eat, the bacteria begin
to break down sugars from the food and change it into acid. It is
this acid that causes the demineralization (decay) process to begin.
The acid first removes the minerals from the inner layer of the
tooth, the dentin. At this point the process of decay has begun but
it is still reversible. If it is allowed to continue eventually the outer
shell, the enamel, is left entirely unsupported and it breaks open
causing a cavity. Once the decay breaks open, it can no longer be
reversed and needs to be restored by a dentist. The dentist will
restore the tooth to normal function by removing all the decayed
tissue and then placing a restoration in the tooth. An ideal situation however, is to never let it get to the point of needing a restoration.
If a demineralized area is caught early enough, it can be
reversed. The process to heal the area is quite simple, it means tilting the balance towards having more protective factors present
than risk factors. The first step involves keeping the area as free
of bacteria as possible, which means brushing and flossing, along
with regular trips to your dentist for cleanings. Next, it means having sufficient minerals available in the mouth to remineralize the
tooth. Your dentist might give you a prescription for a high fluoride toothpaste, such as Prevident, or recommend a fluoride
mouthwash to help supply those needed minerals. The most
important step, commonly overlooked, is diet.
Most everyone knows that anything with sugar is bad for the
teeth. Limiting pop, candy and sweets is important but what is
even more important than what you eat, is when you eat it. If we
are always snacking, munching, or sipping on something, our teeth
never have a chance to get well, the balance is always tipped
toward demineralization and decay. If the minerals are always
coming out of our teeth, then it is only a matter of time before we
have multiple cavities.
See Teeth Page 20
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Anishinaabeg Today
WE programs sponsor Minnesota Unions Career Fair
Council of Elders
By Leonard Wells
If the old saying, “April showers bring May flowers” holds
true up here in White Earth country we should be awash in blooms
soon. We’ve had a couple days of warm, sunny weather, even seen
a few locals wearing T-shirts, shorts and flip flops. In early April
the snowbirds and robins were trying to figure out who messed up
and flew back too soon. But I think if we look at what’s going on
around the country we would see how lucky we are. Tornados,
grass fires, flooding and drought like conditions. I guess it could
be worse.
In the next couple of months the Elder’s Council and Wisdom
Steps meetings are going to be held at 5 p.m. to see if we can get
some elders who are busy or working during the day to attend the
meetings. We think it would bring in some new ideas plus get
them into our preventative health care program.
The Minnesota Unions Career
Fair Partnership was held April
13 at the White Earth
Community Service Center in
Naytahwaush.
Top: District II Representative
Terry Tibbetts takes time out to
meet and greet union representatives that set up information
tables at the fair.
Left: Aaron Thompson of Rice
Lake checks out a backhoe
simulator.
Photos by Gary W. Padrta
I’m glad to see Mr. Lussier at Oski Manidoo Youth Center in
Bemidji is starting to teach cultural games of our past. The
Moccasin game for the boys and Bagese for the girls is a start.
When the weather gets better lacrosse and a girls version of
lacrosse could be taught. These are things all the youth on the Rez
could learn to do, all we need are instructors to show them how.
To the editor and all the contributors of the April
Anishinaabeg Today - let me thank you for the very informative
and interesting issue. Cover to cover it contained something of
interest for any and all groups of leaders. I enjoyed reading news
from our leaders, and The Doctor’s Corner was interesting
because it dealt with a small problem I’ve had. It’s good pharmacist Larry Patnaude is back writing. Mike Swan has had two
months of good articles. I guess we could go on and on about how
I feel about this paper. I’m just happy I have a little column that
keeps getting printed. Go back to Keenies Corner and try the summer sausage.
Until next time live healthy and start walking.
Anishinaabeg Today
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White Earth Nation
Child Support Program
Will be at the
Shooting Star Casino Event Center
Monday, May 9 from 7 a.m.- 4 p.m.
• Please stop in with any questions or concerns
• We will also be able to help assist with filling
out applications or modifications
• We are available for employee’s and the public
First Nations Kitchen
Photos by Lorna LaGue
Construction on the new Rediscovery Environmental Learning Center will be completed soon. Located on White
Earth Lake, the Center will be used for educational, spiritual, environmental and cultural gatherings. A grand
opening will be scheduled in mid-summer after the road construction is completed.
Rediscovery Environmental Learning Center
will be a rustic location for educational, spiritual, and cultural gatherings
Construction will be completed soon on the new
Rediscovery Environmental Learning Center located on
White Earth Lake.
Phase I of the new lodge has already been completed; the building will be primarily for meeting space, there
is not a kitchen facility. Although the building itself is
very basic, every view showcases White Earth Lake.
A new bath house is also completed, this will have
showers and running water for campers. The new road
will be paved early this summer along with a tarred parking lot with handicap accessibility. The road leading to
the lodge is extra wide to allow for parking during events.
White Earth Natural Resources will be putting out
the fishing pier again this year. Camping will be available as well as the swimming area (no lifeguard is present); please notice the road to the swimming area has
been moved. The entire grounds are alcohol and drug
free and all visitors are asked to respect the property and
honor the rules and regulations.
The purpose of the Rediscovery Environmental
Learning Center is to be a rustic location for educational,
spiritual, environmental, and cultural gatherings and
events. A refundable deposit will be required when making reservations, this is necessary to ensure all visitors
maintain respect for the property so it can be preserved
for the future. The swimming area and fishing pier will
remain free of charge.
The board is hoping to enlist the expertise of area
individuals and organizations for ideas and assistance on
maintaining the property as environmentally friendly as
possible. Future plans include landscaping with a focus
on indigenous and edible plants and a location to showcase area artifacts or arts/crafts from local artisans.
A grand opening will be scheduled in mid-summer
after the road construction is completed. The volunteer
board would like to thank all the people who helped with
the new construction, especially the White Earth Tribal
Council, Roy LaVoy, Lisa McArthur, Burny Tibbetts,
Gordon Construction and all the subcontractors who
worked on the project.
Bingo Fundraiser
When: Saturday, June 4. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m.
Where: All Saint’s Indian Mission Church, 3044
Longfellow Ave. S, Minneapolis.
Cost: $20 reserves your seat and includes all you can eat
chili dogs, chips, beverage. Additional snacks available
for fee. Limited seating! Bingo games not included. All
games cost between .50 to $1. Raffle drawing & door
prizes. Non-cash prizes. All Proceeds Benefit First
Nations Kitchen.
Information: To purchase tickets or to make a financial
contribution contact Angela @ 952-463-6072.
www.firstnationskitchen.org
ATTENTION
Foster Parents and Guardians
The White Earth Health Center requires consent or
authorization for all children under the age of 18 who
seek medical care.
• All foster parents/caregivers must submit written
authorization when registering for the child’s appointment.
• If someone other than the parents brings a child to the
appointment, a written authorization from the child’s
parent must be presented at registration. If documentation isn’t presented at the time of registration the child
will not be seen.
• Please call Mary Ellen Snell at 218-983-6230 with
any questions.
White Earth Police Department
Open Bid Auction
Auction Item:
1993 Pontiac Bonneville
Grey, 4 door sedan, sold as is / no warranty
Bid instructions:
Call White Earth Public Safety at 218-983- 3285
Ext. 5700. Leave name, phone number, and bid
amount. Winning bidder will be contacted following
end of auction.
Closes: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 4:30 p.m.
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White Earth Tax Site volunteers honored at banquet
Submitted photo
White Earth Tax Site volunteers donated more than 500 hours and filed 480 tax returns in 2011, helping
to return $1.1 million in federal and state refunds at no charge. In partnership with Community
Development Bank, the tax site also assisted 52 filers with low-cost tax refund loans totaling $86,150.
Volunteers, staff and supporters recognized at an April 11 banquet were (l to r): Seated—Sharon
Bellcourt, Pauline Vizenor and Audra Tonihka; Standing—John Peterick, Cindy Lindsay, Sarah Ruppel,
Kelly Stangle, Diane Roy, JeriAnne Collins, Vernie Hisgun, Dorothy Heisler, Britton Ramsey, Wendy
Merrick (West Central Initiative), Elizabeth Sarff, and Amber Goodwin.
By Karin Haugrud
Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age 65 or older. Certain people
younger than age 65 can qualify for Medicare,
including those who have disabilities and those who
have permanent kidney failure or Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Medicare helps with the cost of health care, but
it does not cover all medical expenses or the cost of
most long-term care. The Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services is the agency in charge of the
Medicare program but you apply for Medicare at
Social Security.
Medicare has four parts: Hospital insurance
(Part A) helps pay for inpatient care in a hospital or
skilled nursing facility (following a hospital stay),
some home health care and hospice care.
Medical insurance (Part B) helps pay for doctors’ services and many other medical services and
supplies that are not covered by hospital insurance.
If you didn’t take Medicare Part B when you were
first eligible because you or your spouse were working and had group health plan coverage through your
or your spouse’s employer or union, you can sign up
for Medicare Part B during a Special Enrollment
Period.
Medicare Advantage (Part C) With the passage
of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, Medicare beneficiaries were given the option to receive their
Medicare benefits through private health insurance
plans, instead of through the original Medicare.
These programs were known as Medicare+Choice or
Part C plans.
People with Medicare Parts A and B can choose
to receive all of their health care services through one
of these provider organizations under Part C. The
private plans are required to offer a benefit “package” that is at least as good as Medicare’s and cover
everything Medicare covers, but they do not have to
cover every benefit in the same way.
Prescription drug coverage (Part D) helps pay
for medications doctors prescribe for treatment.
Individuals are eligible for prescription drug
coverage under a Part D plan if they are entitled to
benefits under Medicare Part A and/or enrolled in
Part B. Beneficiaries can obtain the Part D drug benefit through two types of private plans: they can join
a Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) for drug coverage
only or they can join a Medicare Advantage plan
(MA) that covers both medical services and prescription drugs.
It is important to note, if you do not have creditable prescription drug coverage and decide to add
it, you may have to pay a late enrollment fee. The
Part D late enrollment penalty is added to your Part
D premium. It is not a one-time fine. This fine is
imposed for two reasons. First you did not join a
Medicare drug plan when you first became eligible
and you did not have creditable coverage from
another source.
This article is made possible with Older
Americans Act dollars from the Land of the Dancing
Sky Area Agency on Aging. Call the Senior
LinkAge ® at 800-333-2433 to speak with an information specialist, or check out our website at
MinnesotaHelp.info.
DIABETIC SCREENING
Friday, May 27 at the White Earth Health Center
Take advantage of White Earth Health Center’s monthly diabetes
screening day! This is a great opportunity to receive numerous
services to help manage your diabetic care all in one day.
Services being offered:
- Foot - Eye -Dental - Lab Work - Nutrition
- Physical Fitness - Pharmacy
Call and schedule an appointment with Shelia Anderson
or Sandra Kier
218-983-6340
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Submitted photo
Pictured in front is Jamie Miller, in back from left to right are Greg Blue, Dave
Snetsinger and Nakota Graff. Not pictured are Lori Morales, Steve Parsley and DC
Roy.
Shooting Star Casino associates
aid in Red River Valley flood efforts
Associates from Shooting Star Casino,
Hotel and Event Center in Mahnomen
assisted in the Red River Valley flood fight
again this year. Volunteers deployed from
Shooting Star at 8:30 a.m. April 6 from to
the Hendrum, Minn., area.
In 2009, Hendrum was hit by flooding
from both the Red River and Wild Rice
River. Last year, a group of volunteers from
Shooting Star helped fill and place 1,500
sandbags, focusing efforts in Hendrum and
the rural community at the John Aas farmstead. In 2009, the Aas family spent five
weeks in Dilworth, Minn., with their
daughter, Laura Hopkins and family. The
Aas family was forced from their home in
1997, 2001 and 2006.
Shooting Star associates began the
2011 volunteer effort assisting again at the
John Aas farm. After years of fighting back
the river, Aas stated “this will be my last
year,” as the 85-year-old plans to move
from his farm before flooding next spring.
Shooting Star volunteers then moved
on to help at the homes of Ardyce
McCradle’s on the North Dakota side of the
river near Hendrum.
Hendrum is 45 miles east of
Mahnomen. Both communities are located
along the Wild Rice River.
PENNY & PALS
Wiggle, Giggle and Sing!
Sunday, May 29 at 2 p.m.
Shooting Star Casino Event Center
Penny & Pals features a delightful blend of spunky, original songs, playful costumed
characters and kid-participation, making them a favorite for family events. Equipped
with an uncanny ability to literally sweep kids off of their feet, Penny and her Pals
treat young audiences to interactive songs that they deliver with humor and an
energy rarely seen in children's venues. On stage, they bring to life engaging
characters from their music, characters that seem to jump right out of a song into
real life to lead children in the fun.
Penny and Pals present important and motivating messages through the combination
of music, movement and ideas. Known for their spontaneity and quick wit, Penny
and Pals generate an excitement in youth; then channel that enthusiasm to reach kids
through both their minds and their bodies.
Penny & Pals music is nationally acclaimed for its excellence. Their
published works, which will be available at the show, include a DVD, two videos,
seven CDs and many other commissioned works. Now in their 20th year of touring.
Penny & Pals travel year-round performing over 120 shows annually.
Sponsored by White Earth Head Start/ECFE
Contact: Carolyn Williams at 218-983-3285
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Stalberger and LaVoy selected to play in the
annual Minnesota HS All-Star Fooball Game
Detroit Lakes High School senior wideout Josh
Stalberger (White Earth) and Mahnomen High
School senior linebacker Alex LaVoy (White Earth
descendant) have been selected to play in the 38th
Annual Minnesota High School All-Star Football
Game, set to be played June 25 at TCF Bank Stadium
on the University of Minnesota campus in
Minneapolis.
Stalberger and LaVoy will be playing on the
North All-Star team. Detroit Lakes head coach Flint
Motschenbacher will be on the coaching staff.
The kick-off will be at 7 p.m.
The All-Star Football Game will showcase outstanding senior players from the 2010 high school
football season.
Players and coaches representing 79 schools and
33 conferences will participate in this year’s game.
Josh Stalberger
Alex LaVoy
They were selected by members of the
Minnesota Football Coaches Association.
For the first time since 1979, the game will feature the North All-Stars versus the South All-Stars.
In 17 previous North vs. South All-Star Games
between 1945 and 1979, the series was tied at 8-8-1.
In the 2010 game, the Metro All-Stars scored all
of their points in the first half and held the Outstate
All-Stars scoreless, winning 28-0 at St. Cloud State
University.
Josh is the son of Desirae and Randy Stalberger
of Detroit Lakes. He has awarded a scholarship to
play football at St. Cloud University.
Alex is the son of Anita and Tim LaVoy of South
Twin Lake and is attending North Dakota State
University. He has signed a letter of intent as a preferred walk on for football.
Do you know who I am?
Our White Earth Healthy Families –
Healthy Communities Project
is pleased to announce a “Parent Mentoring Program”
that will serve children 0-12 years of age and their
parent(s)/ caregivers.
We are looking for families that would like to take part
in this program from the Communities of: White Earth,
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Ogema, Callaway, Pine Point,
Elbow Lake, Mahnomen, and Rice Lake.
Benefits of joining:
• Your Community Parent Mentor will collaborate with other
programs, elders, and the local community councils to provide traditional educational classes and fun family events
within your community.
• Parent Advocacy
Sign Up Now to Receive:
1. Home Visiting Services
2. Cultural Education Activities for children/parents
3. Literacy rich material - provided to families from the
White Earth Child Care Programs Readmobile
4. Child Development Education
5. Information about existing resources & support services.
6. Incentive: Caring for Kids points
Qualifications: At least one member of the household must
be an enrolled tribal member or a descendent of an
enrolled tribal member and reside within the White Earth
Reservation service area.
Please Contact: Sue Heisler, White Earth Child Care
Program at 218-983-3285 Ext. 1225.
Merce McDougall found this tattered picture of the White Earth 1959-1960 3rd and 4th grade classes and wanted to share with the Anishinaabeg Today readers. The students are listed by rows (left
to right) and front to back. Row 1: Charlie VanWert, Donna Belcourt, James Rogers, Donna
DeGroat. Row 2: Clyde Belland, Buddy Do Belcourt, Ruthy LaGarde, (Kiddo) Dallas Hanks. Row
3: Sharon Belcourt, Diane Bellanger, Patsy Hanks, Merce McDougall, Wayne Hanks. Row 4: Kathy
Baity, Loretta Sullivan, Diane Foster, George Warren, Evelyn Brown. The teacher is Ethel Riewer.
All articles and photos submitted to the
Anishinaabeg Today are run on a
space available basis
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Circle of Life School Attendance/Academic Honor Roll
2010-11 School Year
Circle of Life School
3rd Quarter Perfect Attendance
Victoria Tiokasin-Peake
Lee Hanks - 3.37
2nd Grade
David Rock
5th Grade
John Annette - 3.136
Angel Thompson - 3.46
(Must have been enrolled by 1/31/11)
Kindergarten
Devon Boswell
3rd Grade
Star Norcross
2nd Grade
Andy Roy
5th Grade
Star Keezer
4th Grade
Lee Hanks
6th Grade
Dominick Warren
5th Grade
Angel Thompson
7th Grade
Jordan Bower
Roslyn Fritsch
10th Grade
Joe Fairbanks
3rd Quarter Good Attendance
*(1-2 absences)
(Must have been enrolled by 1/31/11)
* 4 tardies = 1 absence; no skipping
1st Grade
Beoncca Bellanger
Fawn Norcross
Janell Potter
6th Grade
Haleigh Garbow - 3.03
Kennedy Heisler - 3.83
Dominick Warren - 3.33
7th Grade
Precious Dominguez - 3.36
Roslyn Fritsch - 3.36
8th Grade
Ashley Bloom
8th Grade
Ashley Bloom - 3.63
Lukas Fineday - 3.09
David Keezer - 3.11
9th Grade
Eleigha Bower
9th Grade
Eleigha Bower - 3.21
3rd Quarter
Honor Roll
10th Grade
Joseph Fairbanks - 3.67
4th Grade
Arianna Clark - 3.0
Takara Garbow - 3.13
11th Grade
Marlee French - 3.6
Warren Brown - 3.1
Treuer receives Facing Race Ambassador Award
Anton Treuer, professor of Ojibwe at Bemidji
State University, was honored by the Saint Paul
Foundation as an anti-racism advocate.
On May 3, the Foundation honored five antiracism advocates at the fifth annual Facing Race
Ambassador Awards.
The Saint Paul Foundation, was created to recognize anti-racism leaders and promote the need for
community-wide conversations about race.
Also honored were Nathaniel Abdul Khaliq,
Velma Korbel, A. Lori Saroya, and Reverend Paul
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Treuer is author of eight books, including “The
Assassination of Hole in the Day” and “Ojibwe in
Minnesota,” recently named “Minnesota’s Best Read
for 2010” by The Center for the Book in the Library
of Congress.
Treuer received prestigious awards and fellowships from many organizations, including the
American Philosophical Society, the MacArthur
Foundation, the Bush Foundation, and the John
Simon Guggenheim Foundation.
LaVoy advocates for Indian education on Capital Hill
White Earth Education Director Joan
LaVoy recently traveled to Washington,
D.C., for a Congressional briefing on
Tribal Education Departments and their
role in Indian Education. This briefing was
scheduled by the Honorable Betty
McCollum (House Representative from
Minnesota).
Tribal Education Departments National
Assembly (TEDNA), represented by various tribes from across the United States,
also visited a number of Congressional
staff members to discuss the importance
of Indian education.
Back row from left are Greg Masten,
Education Director, Hoopa Valley Tribe;
Joan LaVoy, Education Director, White
Earth Tribe; and Quinton Roman Nose,
Cheyenne-Arapaho, TEDNA President.
Front row from left are Amy Bowers,
Staff Attorney for the Native American
Rights Fund (works with TEDNA); Suzi
Wright, Policy Analyst for the Tulalip
Tribes; and Gloria Dudley, Education
Director, Leech Lake Band Tribe.
Submitted photo
WHITE EARTH VETERANS OUTREACH
The next monthly White Earth Native American Veteran
Outreach at the Rice Lake Community Center is
Wednesday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The White Earth and Red Lake Tribal Veterans Service
Officers, Tom Spry and Jim Loud and Clearwater County
Veterans Service Officer Harry Hutchens serve all veterans
and their beneficiaries.
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Tornado safety information
Before the tornado
A tornado watch highlights an area
where tornadoes are likely to develop.
Continue your normal activities during a
tornado watch, but keep track of the latest
weather reports, and be ready to get to a
shelter. Tornadoes develop quickly.
In the home
Go to the basement. Get under a table,
work bench, or some other sturdy furniture
to protect yourself from falling debris. A
stairwell is also a good place to hide during
a tornado.
If you cannot get to a basement
Go to a small, interior room on the
lowest floor. Closets, bathrooms and interior halls afford the best protection in most
cases. Get under something sturdy or cover
yourself with blankets, and stay away from
windows.
In an apartment, school or office
Move to the lowest level, to the innermost room - or go to a pre-designated shelter area. Stay away from windows! In a
hallway, crouch down and protect your
head from flying debris. Avoid areas with
glass and large expanses of roof with no
supports.
In a mobile home or in a vehicle
Abandon your mobile home or vehicle
as quickly as possible and find a sturdy
shelter - preferably a permanent structure.
Avoid bridges - they act as wind tunnels
People who try to escape a tornado by driving away in a vehicle often don’t make it;
they get caught in deadly winds.
If you are outside without shelter
Lie flat in a nearby ditch or depression
and cover your head with your hands. Be
aware of the potential for flooding. Do not
get under an overpass or bridge. You are
safer in a low, flat location. Never try to
outrun a tornado in urban or congested
areas in a car or truck. Instead, leave the
vehicle immediately for safe shelter.
Protect yourself from flying debris. Flying
debris from tornadoes causes most fatalities
and injuries.
BUILDING SUPPLIES, INC.
Open Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Submitted photos
Top: Class participants included members of the Wisconsin Search and Rescue,
Crowley County (Kan.) Search and Rescue, Albert Lea (Minn.) Search and Rescue,
Winona (Minn.) Mounted Posse, tribal conservation officers from the Little Traverse
Bay Band (Mich.), Little River Band (Mich.), White Earth, and Dr. Steve Dahlberg from
the White Earth Tribal and Community College. The instructors were Joel Hardin and
Kathy Decker. Bottom: Selected instructors Richard Fox Jr., White Earth; Kevin
Willis, chief conservation officer from Little Traverse Bay Band, and Alfred Fox, chief
conservation officer for White Earth.
White Earth Conservation officers
complete training at Maplelag Resort
The White Earth Conservation Officers
(CO) completed a 46-hour Basic Law
Enforcement class April 11-15 at Maplelag
Resort.
This course was taught by the Joel
Hardin Professional Tracking Services
(JHPTS) of Clearwater, Idaho. Joel Hardin
is the program administrator, chief instructor and sign cutter. He was instructing the
class with the help of Kathleen Decker,
King County Search and Rescue coordinator and sign cutter, instructor with the
JHPTS program.
Hardin completed 25 years with the
border patrol and in 1990 started a full time
devotion to tracking training and consultations. In 2003, Hardin opened the JHPTS
program. He has more than 35 years tracking experience with search and rescue, law
enforcement, industrial security and military.
The tracking class was hosted by the
White Earth Tribal and Community College
and Dr. Steve Dahlberg. The class was open
to all search and rescue and law enforcement with emphasis on tribal conservation
officers becoming instructors and establishing a tracking program in Minnesota,
Wisconsin and Michigan.
Conservation officers Ron Warren and
Sheila LaFriniere have completed a total of
92 hours of instruction in the last two years
and Chief CO Alfred Fox and officer
Richard Fox Jr., have completed 138 hours
of instruction in the past three years.
Richard Fox and Alfred Fox have been
selected by the JHPTS program to help
instruct and establish a tracking program in
Minnesota. Kevin Willis, Chief CO from
the Little Traverse Bay Band in Michigan
has also been selected as an instructor in
Michigan.
“FREE DELIVERY”
Anishinaabeg Today
143rd Annual White Earth Celebration
Princess and Brave Contest
June 10-12, 2011
Princess and Brave Participant Rules
Application Deadline is Friday, June 10, 2011
1. Must pledge to live a drug and alcohol free lifestyle at all times.
2. Males or females may not have any pregnancies past, present or during the year that
the participant holds the title of Princess or Brave.
3. Must be an enrolled member or descendant of White Earth, documentation
required.
4. Must live on or within 25 miles of White Earth Reservation during the reigning
year. If participants move it is your responsibility to contact the committee, documentation required.
5. Must be ages 9-12 for the Junior title, must be ages 13-17 for the Senior title.
6. Must be willing to represent the White Earth Nation throughout the reigning
year.
7. Participants cannot hold any other title of royalty while applying or holding the title
of White Earth Princess or Brave.
8. White Earth Celebration Princess and Brave title will only be awarded once in a
lifetime.
9. Reigning Princess’ and Braves’ must agree to have their photograph taken and
agree to have their picture displayed at the White Earth RTC or other building designated by the White Earth Celebration Committee.
10. Applications must be filled out completely.
11. Applications will be verified by the White Earth Celebration Committee.
12. Any violation of rules, the committee must be notified immediately, we will
contact the runner up.
Applications are available at the White Earth RTC and the Anishinaabeg Today
newspaper.
Please mail completed applications to Lori Fairbanks, PO Box 752, Bagley, MN
56621. Any questions call Lori Fairbanks at 218-533-0475 or Michelle Frederick
at 218-358-0618.
Please Print Clearly
Name_____________________________________Birth Date__________________
Address_____________________________________________________________
Street/P.O. Box
City
Zip Code
Phone #_____________________________________________________________
School______________________________________________________________
White Earth Enrollment#________________________________________________
Descendants: parent or grandparent name and enrollment # ____________________
____________________________________________________________________
I, _____________________________________________ understand and comply
with the above stated conditions for application to the White Earth Princess/Brave
Title. My parent/guardian and I understand and agree to have the above information
verified by the White Earth Celebration Committee. This form gives the above named
school and the White Earth RTC permission to release and verify information entered
on this form. I also agree that all information above is true to the best of my knowledge.
____________________________________________________________________
Participant Signature
____________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
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Pine Point School Meeting Minutes
Pine Point Regular School Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 6:00 p.m. @ Pine Point School Staff Room
1.0 Roll Call – Meeting called to order by Chairman Lyman Roberts at 6:06 p.m.
Members present – Alvina Fairbanks, Dennis Tibbetts, Albert Basswood Jr., Ronald
Butcher, Lyman Roberts
Members absent – Sara Clark
Ex-Officio – Rochelle Johnson, Principal
2.0 Recognition of Visitors – Bonnie Meeks, Edward Miller Jr.
3.0 Approval/Amendment of Agenda – Motion by Dennis Tibbetts to approve the agenda
as presented, seconded by Alvina Fairbanks. All in favor. Motion carried.
4.0 Public Participation on Agenda Items – None
5.0 Approval/Amendment of Minutes – Motion by Ronald Butcher to approve the
February 7, 2011 minutes as presented, seconded by Albert Basswood Jr. All in favor.
Motion carried.
6.0 Finance
6.1 Treasurer’s Report – Motion by Alvina Fairbanks to approve Treasurer’s Report for
February 2011, seconded by Ronald Butcher. All in favor. Motion carried.
6.2 Payment of Bills & Electronic Funds Transfer – Motion by Dennis Tibbetts to
approve the payment of bills for the month of February 2011 in the amount of $46,683.10
for check #22419 through check #22502 and the EFT for February 2011 for Federal &
State Payroll Tax, seconded by Ronald Butcher. All in favor. Motion carried.
7.0 Unfinished Business
7.1 Harvey Bonga – No action needed. Did not attend meeting.
8.0 New Business
8.1 Employee Issue – Motion by Alvina Fairbanks to go into closed session at 6:15
p.m., seconded by Ronald Butcher.
Motion by Alvina Fairbanks to open meeting at 6:45 p.m., seconded by Ronald Butcher.
Motion by Ronald Butcher to accept recommendation to terminate consultant, seconded by
Alvina Fairbanks. All in favor. 3-For; 1-Abstain. Motion carried.
9.0 Principal’s Report – Discussion on Family Fun Night; Parent/Teacher Conferences;
MCA testing; Sledding/Skiing Field Trip; Year Round School Survey & Public Forum;
Salary Reduction; Non-Renewal; Reduction in Force. No action needed.
10.0 Public Participation – None
11.0 Adjournment – Motion by Dennis Tibbetts to adjourn the meeting at 7:02 p.m., seconded by Alvina Fairbanks. All in favor. Motion carried.
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Elder News
MICOE changes meeting times
The Minnesota Indian Council of Elders
(MICOE) meeting times have been changed to 5
p.m. on the first Monday of the month in order to
make it more convenient to those elders who may
be working and unable to attend the 11:30 a.m.
meetings. Watch for meeting locations in future
editions of the Anishinaabeg Today.
No ENP, congregate, delivered meals on May 16
In order to allow staff to participate in the 1st
Annual Shooting Star Wellness Conference
Ginanaandawi’idizomin (We Are Healing
Ourselves), all ENP sites will be closed on Monday,
May 16. There will be no congregate or home
delivered meals on that date.
Title VI Caregiver Support Group
The Title VI Caregiver Support Group will
meet on Tuesday, May 17 at noon at the Pine Point
ENP site. All those who are currently a caregiver,
have been a caregiver or would like more information on caregiving are welcome to attend.
Ceremonies
FFN Specialist at Ext. 1381
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Talking Circle – Gichitwaa Naanagidoonwin
A talking circle is a ceremony that has strict
rules. Anything that is said in the talking circle stays
in that circle. Anyone who talks about anything that
is said in that circle is not allowed in anymore. A
group sits in a circle and talks about a certain topic or
anything they want. Usually a topic is chosen. One
person leads the ceremony, and usually an eagle
feather or one of the sacred medicines is passed
around. Everyone has four chances to say something.
The feather or medicine is passed around four times.
Sometimes just women have these ceremonies and
sometimes it is just men, but most times it is all.
These ceremonies can take place as often as needed,
and there is no limit to the number that can participate.
Naming Ceremony – Waawiindaasowinan
Naming ceremonies are very important to both
male and female. Most people receive their spirit
name before they reach adulthood, but a person can
receive it anytime. If a person wants a spirit name,
there is a process that they must go through. An
elder, a pipe carrier or a fluent speaker of the native
language is offered asemaa to seek a name. Then the
task of prayer and fasting begins. This is a long
process, sometimes taking months to years before a
name is decided upon. The name has to fit the person’s spirit. Helpers are usually chosen by the person
wanting the name or the parents of that person. When
a name is decided upon, the naming ceremony begins
– usually in a ceremonial lodge. Most of the time, the
one who presents the name is the one to whom the
asemaa was given, but this is not always the case.
The name is presented to the grandfather spirits in
the four directions, and everyone who is in the cere-
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mony has to say that name after it is presented. The
family usually prepares a feast and does a giveaway.
Elders suggest that the person has to say his or name
every morning to the four directions for about one
year.
Fasting – Makadekewinan
This particular ceremony is not practiced a lot.
Sometimes a person only does this ceremony once in
their life. Young people are encouraged to fast before
reaching the adult stage. Elders say that when a person fasts, the spirit gets stronger and the body gets
weaker. Your mind is clear to receive messages from
the Creator. In the old days, certain areas regarded as
sacred places were chosen for fasting. A person who
is fasting applies ashes to his or her face, usually
making marks on the forehead and cheeks. This is to
show others that they should not speak to them.
Medicine – Mashki Ki
The Anishinaabe word for medicine is translated
as follows: Mashki means strength and ki comes
from the word Aki, meaning the earth. So medicine
simply means strength from the earth. We are taught
from the medicine people that we only pick what we
need, and we can only pick it when it is mature and
after the thunder beings have come in the spring.
Asemaa must be offered on Omizakamigokwe
(Mother Earth) when the mashki ki is picked. Mashki
ki should not be sold, because it is a gift from the
Creator. The Anishinaabe also look at other things as
medicine, such as a song, a story and even art. Some
of the plants that we call weeds have a medicinal
value in them. The medicine people know how to
mix medicines to cure illness. The Anishinaabe were
given these gifts of medicine from the Creator in
many different ways.
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Even if we are brushing our teeth regularly and
doing everything else right, having this one aspect
out of balance can cause a host of problems. If you
have other risk factors already present like a dry
mouth or a high bacteria count, then an unbalanced
diet will only make it worse. It is vitally important
to limit between meal snacking and when you have
to have a snack, keep it as natural as possible, fresh
fruit or vegetables.
Following a healthy diet, with minimal snacking, along with brushing, flossing, and routine checkups can keep your smile natural and beautiful for
many years. To learn more about your oral health
and what you can do to minimize your risks of dental disease talk with your dentist.
Language
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Indians allowed.” To now have signs in town that say
“boozhoo” is a huge change for her.
“Michael and I both feel a change happening
here,” Houle said. “For so long, the Ojibwe culture
and people have not been respected here. This is a
way of saying, ‘You are valuable.’ It’s a way of
showing respect and making people welcome in
Bemidji.”
Dr. Anton Treuer, the professor of Ojibwe at
BSU, said Ojibwe, part of the Algonquin language
family, is spoken fluently by fewer than 1,000 people
in the U.S. While there are several thousand speakers
in Canada, he said the language is in grave danger
here. Most of the U.S. speakers are on the Red Lake
Reservation in the traditional village of Ponemah.
“Language is important,” he said. “It’s a fundamental part of who we are. I’m not saying you cease
to be Native if you don’t know your language, but
you are more distant from our ancestors. Language is
a cornerstone of sovereignty.”
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The university’s Ojibwe courses, as well as the
programs at immersion schools, are part of the effort
to keep the language alive in the U.S. The immersion
programs include an early childhood immersion program in Duluth, which has 20 students.
Treuer said non-Native people have a role to
play, and the university welcomes anyone eager to
learn Ojibwe.
“Native people have not occupied positions of
political or economic opportunity in town,” Treuer
said. “This project has the potential to create a deeper understanding. Native people say they feel more
welcome in town, and shopkeepers are picking up
some Ojibwe phrases. Promoting the language does
a lot to bridge barriers.”
“A lot of people are open to learning about the
Ojibwe culture, but they don’t know how to ask,”
Houle said. “They don’t want to be disrespectful.”
The signs are a way for non-Natives to start conversations with Native people, he said.
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related causes.
• In a study among four tribes, 65 percent of
women reported extensive alcohol abuse in their
immediate family
• Regardless of ethnicity, alcohol is a factor in 33
percent of rapes, 67 percent of domestic violence,
and 50 percent of homicides.
• Native Americans have the highest rate of any
ethnic group for usage of cocaine and methamphetamine at 5.5 percent.
• Eighty percent of prisoners, regardless of race,
are in jail due to a drug or alcohol related conviction.
• On any given day one in 25 Native Americans
age 18 or older is under the jurisdiction of the criminal justice system.
• From 2004-2007 the number of Native
American inmates increased 24 percent.
While the substance abuse problem is recognizable, the solution is difficult. It will take the efforts of
the community to change patterns of behavior that is
eroding our quality of life. We will continue to keep
the community updated on initiatives that are occurring to combat these issues that are blinding our path.
The first initiative, discussed below, will be the planning phase for setting up a multi jurisdictional drug
or wellness court.
Recently, a group of nine individuals from
White Earth and Mahnomen County attended a
National Drug Court Institute training session
regarding implementation of a drug court or wellness
court. For those who attended the conference, and
were able to observe a reservation drug court in session, the benefits of such a court seem clear.
Drug courts are special criminal court dockets
that combine mandatory drug abuse treatment and
case management services with intense judicial
supervision, regular court hearings, random drug and
alcohol testing along with sanctions and rewards.
The first drug court was started in Miami/ Dade
County Florida 20 years ago and there are now over
2,500 drug courts in operation in the United States,
including 89 drug or wellness courts operating in
Indian Country. These courts promote healing and
look beyond punishment. Substance abuse treatment
and the criminal justice system come together to
address the underlying problems of illegal drug use.
Prosecution and defense attorneys work together,
putting aside the normal adversarial courtroom relationship, to promote both the drug court participants
recovery and the public’s safety. Participants con-
front and challenge their addiction. Over time drug
courts help to strengthen citizenry and society, and
promote productive and peaceful communities.
As an alternative to traditional judicial efforts,
drug courts use a community approach to attempt to
heal the underlying issues that are not dealt with
through incarceration. Statistics show that 70-85
percent of drug abusing inmates return to drug abuse
within one year of release, and 95 percent within
three years. The goal of a drug court is getting participants clean and sober vs. keeping them in jail.
Participant success is increased by keeping them
engaged in their treatment through the use of support, sanctions and rewards. Individuals within the
system need to be identified as quickly as possible as
potential candidates, however they have the option of
whether or not to participate in this type of court.
Willingness for healing and change is necessary for
program success.
Frequent mandatory alcohol or drug testing,
court visits and treatment attendance are key components for program success. Consequences, known as
sanctions, and rewards, known as incentives, are
used to encourage program compliance. While punishment is not the goal of a sanction, it is often necessary in order to change the behavior pattern. Even
though an overriding goal of a drug court is to reduce
incarceration, in many instances it is necessary as a
sanction. Drug court research shows that jail time as
a sanction directly leads to lower relapse rates.
More research has been done on the effects of
drug courts than all other criminal justice programs
combined and it shows beyond a reasonable doubt
that drug courts significantly reduce re-arrest or
reconviction rates by 10-15 percent on average with
some courts reporting reduced crime by as much as
35-40 percent.
The benefit to our community is clear - less
criminal justice costs, but more importantly less victim costs, higher productivity and employability and
healthy, drug free babies. The future implementation
of a drug court is only one proposal that is currently
occurring.
Look for more details regarding this and other
plans such as The Minnesota Chippewa Tribe joining
our efforts, and new initiatives based on your community feedback in next month’s Anishinaabeg
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Birth Announcements
March 28
Sydnee Sue Jones
9 lbs., 2 oz.
Missy Hanks and Nathan Jones
Essentia Health - St. Mary’s
March 28
Douglas Tyrone LongChase II
8 lbs., 4 oz.
Cassie Warren and
William LongChase
March 30
Leenah Dionna Townsend
7 lbs., 8 oz.
Danielle Hanks and
Tyler Townsend
March 30
Taneah Marie Beauchamp
6 lbs., 4.9 oz.
Randi Harilik
March 31
Tahlia Rose Potter
7 lbs., 1.4 oz.
Theresa Bunker and
Joshua Potter
April 6
Trinitee Jackson
6 lbs., 14 oz.
Amber Moore and
Donald Jackson
April 6
Triston Jackson
6 lbs., 9 oz.
Amber Moore and
Donald Jackson
April 13
Corey James Bush Jr.
6 lbs., 2 oz.
Elizabeth LaFriniere and
Corey Bush Sr.
April 17
Cali Nevaeh Burciaga
5 lbs., 13.7 oz.
Terri Fajardo and
Michael Burciaga
April 19
Aedan Sean Harper
10 lbs., 5 oz.
Jeanenne Harper
April 23
Addison Veronica Neeland
7 lbs.
Eliza Murray and
Jeremy Neeland
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Obituaries
James “Jimbob” Goodwin
James “Jimbob” Goodwin, age 30, of Mahnomen, died April 2 in Shakopee, Minn.
James Anthony Goodwin was born Dec. 30, 1980, in Mahnomen to Kathy Wadena and
Nick Goodwin. Growing up, he attended school in Naytahwaush and Mahnomen.
Following his schooling, James worked at the Shooting Star Casino as a server. While living in the Shakopee area, James met the love of his life, Shannen McPherson. They made
their home in Shakopee where he worked construction and also at Canterbury Park.
Together they were blessed with two children. Jimbob and
Shannen returned to the Mahnomen area in 2010.
Spending time with his family, especially his children,
nieces and nephews was important to him. James was happy
all the time and always had a smile on his face. He had quite
a sense of humor and liked raising heck with anyone he could.
One of his favorite pastimes was horse racing either at the
track or on television. He will be greatly missed by all who
knew and loved him.
James is survived by his significant other, Shannen
McPherson, Mahnomen; children: Cameron Keezer, Detroit
Lakes, Kayden and Kaylein Goodwin, both of Mahnomen; his
parents, Kathy Wadena and Nick Goodwin, Mahnomen; his
sister, Angela (Gene) Goodwin, Minneapolis, MN; brothers,
Andrew (Sherry) Goodwin, Naytahwaush and Aaron (Jodie) Goodwin, Mahnomen; grandmothers, Avonelle Sargent, Naytahwaush and Lois Jacobs, Bagley. James is also survived
by many aunts; uncles; cousins; six nieces and 10 nephews, which includes Isaiah and
Elijiah Goodwin who were as special as sons to him.
Preceding James in death are his grandfather, Everett Goodwin; aunts: Elsie Yost, Lois
Brown, and Janelle Sargent; uncles: Daniel Goodwin, James Goodwin, Everett Goodwin
Jr., Brian Sargent and John Goodwin.
Funeral services were held April 7 at the Naytahwaush Sports Complex. Officiants
were Don Goodwin and Duane Goodwin. Special music was provided by the drum group,
Eagle Spirit. Pallbearers were Mike Turner Jr., Brian Sargent Jr., Jed Doro, Cory Burnette,
Gene Lumbar and Dallas Quinn Sr. Honorary pallbearers were all of James’ nephews,
nieces, cousins, friends and classmates.
Interment: Free Gospel Alliance Cemetery in Naytahwaush.
Arrangements: Anderson~Mattson Funeral Home of Mahnomen and Winger.
www.andersonmattson.com
Richard “Dick” Donnell
Richard “Dick” Donnell, age 68, of Mahnomen, died April 12 at his home, under the
care of Hospice of the Red River Valley.
Dick was born Aug. 24, 1942, in Alexandria, Minn., to Anthony and Frances (Kirsch)
Donnell. As a young boy, his family moved to the Mahnomen area. His first job was working on the farm for Frank Paul Sr., which was followed by
doing various jobs for neighbors. In 1963, Dick was drafted to
the U.S. Army, serving during Vietnam. After an honorable
discharge, he returned to the Beaulieu area and began working
at Kramer Ranch.
Dick was united in marriage to Marjorie Maruska at St.
Joseph’s Catholic Church on May 24, 1969. For a time, he
worked at the Mahnomen Elevator. A variety of jobs followed,
including Arsonal and Dowin Box, both in Minneapolis, and
road construction for Woodrich Co. and Hodgeman Co. Dick
and Marge settled in Beaulieu to raise their family. He also
owned and operated a bulk milk truck and later began as a janitor for the Mahnomen Public School. Dick worked in the
school maintenance department for 28 years, spending the last
five of those at the school in Naytahwaush before retiring in 2005. After retiring, Dick
worked at Mahnomen Auto Value drinking coffee and delivering parts.
Service not only to his country but to the community kept Dick busy. He was a member of the Bejou VFW Wild Rice Post #1226, serving as past commander and also a member of the American Legion Isaacson-Bjorge Post #31. Dick was also a member of several civic organizations including the Lions, Rod and Gun Club and Mahnomen Area
Sportsman Club. Flipping pancakes, frying fish or helping at a benefit were ways Dick
gave back to the community. As a long time member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church; he
was a Knights of Columbus member, helped at the annual church dinner, was the proud past
vice president of the ladies aid, and was currently a cemetery board member. In addition
to his civic duties, Dick also enjoyed polka and country music, mowing lawn, gardening,
woodworking, fishing, and deer hunting. He could often be found playing poker with the
guys or cards with family and friends, especially his sisters and sometimes until the early
morning hours.
He is survived by his wife, Marge of Mahnomen; sons, Darrell of Lengby, and Bruce
of Grand Forks; daughters, Diane (Rich) Schultz of Lawrence, Kan., and Karen (Brian)
Blumberg of Webster, Minn.; six grandchildren: M’Kenzy, Kallie, and Grace Larson, Gavin
and Maggie Schultz and Annabelle Blumberg; one brother, Earl Donnell of Blaine, Minn.;
two sisters, Shirley (Leo) Hagen also of Blaine, and Carolyn (David) Blaser of Syblie, N.D.
He was preceded in death by infant son, Tommy in 1976 and son, David in 1993; his parents and sister, Darlene Paul.
Mass of Christian Burial was held April 16 at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in
Beaulieu. Father Mario Prada and Father Rick Lambert were the officiants. Brenda
Sorenson played the piano with Mary Ann Brisbois and Carol Liebl as song leaders.
Pallbearers were Durk Hagen, Scott Hagen, Stew Paul, Steve Paul, Scott Paul and Jeff
Blaser. Honorary pallbearers were Dick’s poker playing buddies: George Miller, Butch
Klinkhammer, Gerald Klinkhammer and Ray Klinkhammer. Military honors were provided by Bejou VFW Wild Rice Post #1226, Mahnomen American Legion Isaacson-Bjorge
Post #31 and MNARNG Honor Guard. The rosary was led by Knights of Columbus
Mahnomen Council #2573.
Interment: St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Beaulieu.
Arrangements: Anderson~Mattson Funeral Home of Mahnomen & Winger.
www.andersonmattson.com
Cyril Lee Thompson
Cyril Lee Thompson Sr., age 60, of Mahnomen, died April 16 at the Sanford Medical
Center in Fargo.
Cyril was born Nov. 30, 1950, in White Earth to Robert and Anna Mae (Daydodge)
Thompson. In 1958, the Thompson family moved to Chicago, where Cyril attended school.
He served in the U.S. Navy from July 10, 1970 until Nov. 16,
1971, aboard the USS Oriskany. He worked as a truck driver
in Chicago. In 1981, he moved to Florida and back and forth
to Minnesota until finally settling in Bagley and for the last
year in Mahnomen.
Cyril married Brenda Jane Johnson on April 23, 1976, in
Chicago.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda Thompson of Lehigh
Acres, Fla.; six daughters: Carol Lee Thompson-Fowler,
Christie Lee Thompson, Candice Lee Thompson, Corinna Lee
Thompson, Cora Lee Thompson- Clutz, all of Lehigh Acres,
Cassie Lee Thompson of Bemidji; one son, Cyril Lee
Thompson Jr., of Frazee; two brothers, Forrest Keith
Thompson of Bagley, Conrad Cleve Thompson of Bemidji; 23
grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Carrie Anne Thompson; four
brothers - Russell, Clifford, Ronald, Robert Thompson; and an infant granddaughter,
Kenya Thompson.
Funeral services were held April 20 at the Rice Lake Community Center with Pastor
Tim Brown officiating. Military rites were accorded by the Irvin Blix American Legion
Post No. 16 of Bagley.
Interment: St. Philip’s Episcopal Cemetery at Rice Lake.
Arrangements: Cease Family Funeral Home of Bagley.
Messages of condolence may be sent to ceasefuneralhome.com
Robert F. “Chauncey” Bellanger
Robert F. “Chauncey” Bellanger, age 73, of White Earth, died April 18 at his home
under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley.
Robert Francis Bellanger was born Oct. 18, 1937, in White Earth to Alice Bellanger.
He was raised and educated in White Earth. During his working life, he worked as an over-the-road trucker, a bartender in
Minneapolis and, following his return to White Earth, for the
Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen. Robert was united in marriage to Geraldine Andersen June 9, 2001, in White Earth.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool and listening to
country western music.
Survivors include his wife, Geraldine of White Earth;
sons, Craig and Guy; daughter, Carol; sons, Franklin (Vikki)
Andersen of Waubun, Kenneth Andersen of Rush City, Minn.;
daughter, Elizabeth Andersen of Waubun; 10 grandchildren, six
great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents
and a sister, Lorraine.
Mass of Christian Burial was April 26 at St. Benedict’s
Catholic Church in White Earth with Fr. Walter Butor OMI, officiating.
Interment: Calvary Cemetery in White Earth.
Arrangements: David-Donehower Funeral Home of Detroit Lakes.
Memories may be shared online at www.daviddonehower.com.
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Obituaries
Glenn H. DeGroat
Glenn H. DeGroat, age 81, resident of Ogema, died April 26 at St. Mary’s Essentia
Health.
Glenn Hamilton DeGroat was born Dec. 4, 1929, to Floyd and Eleanor DeGroat. He
was raised and educated in rural Callaway. On June 26, 1948, he enlisted into the U.S.
Army. After proudly serving his country, Glenn was honorably
discharged on May 28, 1952 with the rank of corporal. On Jan.
6, 1951, Glenn was united in marriage to Dorothy Scheuring.
They lived in Maryland while Glenn worked at Merchant
Foods. In 1964, they moved to a farmstead near Callaway and
in 1970 moved to Ogema. Throughout his working career,
Glenn worked at the Tamarac Job Corps as a cook, drove milk
truck and farmed on the side. For 12 years he worked for Swifts
in Detroit Lakes and retired in 1989. Glenn was instrumental
and assisted in starting Harvest Free Will Baptist Church in
White Earth, where he served several years on the church board
and volunteered his time whenever needed. Glenn had a heart
of gold and was known for his sense of humor and zest for life.
He enjoyed reading, cooking, visiting with friends and family, sharing a good joke, dancing, fishing and playing an active role in his children and grandchildren’s lives.
Glenn will be remembered and missed by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy of Ogema;
son, Robert DeGroat of Ogema; daughter, Eleanor DeGroat of Mahnomen; special son,
Ryan DeGroat of Ogema; grandson, Tyler DeGroat; granddaughter, Haley Turner-DeGroat;
and great-granddaughter, Chasity DeGroat. He is also survived by one sister, Clarine
(Donald) Welch of Plymouth, Minn.; four brothers: Clarence (Deb) DeGroat of Odenton,
Md., Willard DeGroat of Ogema, Floyd DeGroat of Ogema and John DeGroat of Elk River,
Minn.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Harry and Donald and sister-inlaw, Amy DeGroat.
Funeral services were held May 2 at Faith Free Lutheran Church in Detroit Lakes.
Interment: Bethel Lutheran Cemetery in White Earth.
Arrangemements: David Donehower Funeral Home of Detroit Lakes.
Rev. Gerald Duane Alger
Rev. Gerald Duane Alger, age 74, of Walker, Minn., died April 26 at his home in
Walker.
Gerald was born Dec. 27, 1936, in Onigum, Minn., at the first Indian hospital to
Gerrald Donald and Frelove Victoria (Mohawk) Alger. He grew up and attended school in
Cass Lake. Following his schooling he worked in the woods, worked for the railroad, did
welding, and roofing, which became his trade of choice. He
lived in California for a short time where he studied carpentry
at a community college.
He and his family then moved back to Minnesota, living in
Bloomington, and settling in Dassel, where he worked in construction and continued raising his children. It was also during
this time that he met and was nurtured and mentored by Rev.
Wallace and Lorraine Pratt of the Dassel Evangelical Covenant
Church. Through that relationship Gerald answered the call
into ministry.
He attended St. Paul Bible College (now Crown College),
and graduated in 1977. He learned quickly how to study while
he worked, and even as he drove to and from work. Gerald then
went on to attend North Park Seminary in Chicago. He was ordained into the Evangelical
Covenant Church in 1982, and served his internship in Garrison, Minn., at Little Flower
Mission, then went on to Glad Tidings Ministry on Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis. He
founded Faith Mission Ministries of Minneapolis and served there five years. Gerald and
Sue moved back to Cass Lake and started Faith Mission Indian Ministries, the Faith
Mission Anishinabe Bible Chapel, and founded the Anishinabe Bible Camp on Sucker Bay
which they ran for 20 years.
Pastor Alger worked for Teal’s Supermarket in Cass Lake the past three years of his
life. His boss always said that the parking lot of Teal’s was Pastor Alger’s church because
he loved to minister any chance he could. Their retirement place of living was Walker but
Gerald never “retired” from ministry. He continued sharing Jesus with people, even living
his last day on earth caring for the needs of others. He served on the Ottertail Township
Board for 16 years, and was a member of the Dassel Covenant Church in Dassel, and
Calvary Church in Walker.
Gerald enjoyed ricing, hunting, fishing, making maple syrup, and was famous for his
canned jams and jellies. He loved to sing and listen to music, especially gospel and country western. He was a hard worker, a competitive card player, and a jokster with a silly sense
of humor. He never stopped studying, and at last count had read through the Bible 37 times.
He loved learning and growing in his faith and was passionate about living what he
believed. His love for the Lord, and his family, was most important. He will be missed.
Gerald is survived by his wife, Delores “Sue” L. Alger; children: Denise Alger
(Richard), Bruce Alger, Mike Hinck, Holly Alger, Kandy (Al) Vogelpohl; 13 grandchildren,
18 great grandchildren; brothers: Donald (Vi) Mohawk, Alvy (Ginny) Alger, Keith
(Delores) Alger, Willie Alger; sisters: Geraldine Harnoise, Donna Warren, Margaret Antell,
Lenore (Russell) Gerber, Rosie (Danny) Olson; sisters-in-law: Lynda Alger, Nan Anderson,
Shirley Posch; brother-in-law, Ed Lane; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerrald and Frelove Alger; son, Terrance
Alger; four brothers: Vernon, Knute, Emmet, Ronald; and grandchildren: Alisha Alger,
Joseph Alger, Heather Alger, and Dylan Alger-Gilbert.
Funeral services were held May 7 at Calvary Church in Walker with Pastors Mark
Widman, John Dainsberg, and Wallace Pratt officiating.
Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.
Arrangements: Dennis Funeral Home of Walker.
Steven “Shuff” Bellanger
Steven “Shuff” Bellanger, age 60, of Naytahwaush, died April 27 at Sanford Health
Systems in Fargo.
Steven V. was born Feb. 27, 1951, in White Earth, MN to Edward J. and June
(Peabody) Bellanger. He attended grade school in Naytahwaush before his family moved to
Milwaukee. Steve graduated from South Division High School in Milwaukee. He furthered
his education at Bemidji State University. It was there that Steve met his future wife, Ruth
LaGarde. The couple made their home together in Minneapolis for a few years, where their
daughter, Briana was born. They moved back to Naytahwaush in 1981 and were officially
married in August 2000.
Over the years, Shuff was employed as a carpenter for many years followed by a counselor at Vocational Rehab. He also worked as an assistant to the carpenter instructor at the
college than again as a counselor for the Employment in Training Program. Steve retired in
2010. He also retired from the Twin Lakes Fire Department after more than 15 years of service.
Shuff was a sincere and caring individual whose door was always open. If anyone ever
needed anything, they could count on him to be there. He and Ruth recently opened their
home to two individuals who needed a room and some guidance. Their home is always
filled with children and grandchildren and all their activities keeping Shuff busy.
Steven is survived by his wife, Ruth, Naytahwaush; daughters, Briana (Dylen Magney)
Bellanger, Naytahwaush, and Angela (Fred) Murray, Naytahwaush; son, Brandon White,
Naytahwaush; five grandchildren: Peyton Zornes, Marissa Whirlwindsoldier, Miranda
Whirlwindsoldier, Braden Murray and Isabelle Murray; three brothers: Dean (Bun)
Bellanger, Waubun, Bernard Bellanger, Milwaukee, and Jason (Dolly) Bellanger,
Naytahwaush; one sister, Doreen (Joseph Sr.) Sudar, also of Naytahwaush and many nieces,
nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Kenny Bellanger
and a nephew, Wayne Bellanger.
Funeral services were held May 2 at the Sports Complex in Naytahwaush.
Interment: St. Anne’s Catholic Cemetery in Naytahwaush.
Arrangements: Anderson-Mattson Funeral Home of Mahnomen and Winger.
Frances Rock
Frances Rock, age 87, of Ponsford, died April 27 at her home under the care of Hospice
of the Red River Valley.
Frances Rock was born April 20, 1924 in Ponsford to Samuel and Jeanette (Ortley)
Jones Sr. She was raised and educated in Ponsford. She attended the Chef's Training Course
at the Detroit Lakes AVTI. Frances was united in marriage to
Francis Rock in Detroit Lakes. They moved to St. Paul and
then lived in Minneapolis 1975-2011. Francis died in 1987.
Frances returned to Ponsford earlier this year.
Frances enjoyed bingo, puzzles, going to pow wows, family get togethers, reading the newspaper and cooking. She was
a strong woman, mother and friend.
Survivors include her daughters: Mable Bellanger of
Ponsford, Paulette Rock, Stephanie Rock, Theresa Rock,
Pamela Rivera - all of Minneapolis; adopted daughter: Jeanetta
Jones of Minneapolis; sons: Samuel Rock, Francis Rock Jr.,
and William Rock – all of Minneapolis; adopted sons: Duane
Axdahl of Ponsford and David Axdahl of White Earth; 99
grandchildren; 58 great grandchildren; sister and brother:
Mary Beckett and Samuel Jones Jr., both of Cass Lake. In addition to her husband, Francis,
she was preceded in death by sons: Simon Rock, Frank Rock, infant twin sons, sisters:
Dorothy Axdahl, Theresa Leftwich and Delphine St. Clair and a brother: Steven Jones.
Mass of Christian Burial was April 30 at St. Theodore’s Catholic Church in Ponsford
with Fr. Walter Butor, OMI officiating.
Interment: St. Theodore's Cemetery.
Arrangements: David-Donehower Funeral Home of Detroit Lakes.
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Congratulations to Wannetta Bennett
Wannetta Bennett was inaugurated as
President of the White Earth Tribal and
Community College (WETCC) on Friday,
April 29. Ms. Bennett is the third president
of our tribal college.
Speakers at the inauguration included
myself, Dr. Gerald “Cardy” Monette,
American Indian Higher Education
Consortium (AIHEC); Dr. Carol Davis;
Marty Warnholz, Mayor of Mahnomen;
Emma King, WETCC, Therese Brown,
Acting WETCC Council of Trustees
Chairperson; and Wannetta Bennett,
May 2011 WIC Clinic Calendar
President of WETCC.
Ms. Bennette began her tenure at
WETCC in mid-October 2009. Prior to
coming to WETCC she spent seven years
with Turtle Mountain Tribal College. She is
a Kellogg Fellow with the Kellogg MSI
Leadership Program. Ms. Bennett has a
MBA, which will serve her well in her leadership at WETCC.
The inauguration was dedicated to the
memory of Paul Schultz who was President
of the White Earth Tribal and Community
College Council of Trustees.
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Remembering Our Nation’s
Armed Forces
Memorial Day is a time to reflect upon our freedoms.....
....and the high price paid to protect them.
REMEMBER THOSE WHO DIED TO KEEP US FREE!
Monday, May 31, 2010
AREA CEMETERY VISITATIONS
Conducted by the Ogema VFW 9880 & Auxiliary
And White Earth Veterans Association
Assemble at Ogema VFW Hall.............................................. 7:30 a.m.
St. Columba Episcopal Cemetery (White Earth) ...................8:15 a.m.
Bethel Lutheran Cemetery (White Earth) ............................. 8:30 a.m.
Assembly of God Cemetery (White Earth).............................8:40 a.m.
Calvary Catholic Cemetery (White Earth) .............................8:50 a.m.
Aura Finnish Cemetery (Goat Ranch Road) .........................9:15 a.m.
Callaway Cemetery (Callaway) ................................................10 a.m.
Ogema City Cemetery (Ogema) ..........................................10:30 a.m.
Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Cemetery (Ogema) .............10:35 a.m.
Waubun City Cemetery (Waubun) .......................................11:15 a.m.
St. Anns Catholic Cemetery (Waubun) ..............................11:30 a.m.
Lake Grove Cemetery...................................................................Noon
Anishinaabeg Today
In Memory
Keenie’s Korner
In Memory of Mario De Gracia
March 10, 1984 to May 29, 2005
Fork Oatmeal Cookies
1 cup raisins
2 cups oatmeal
1 cup butter (melted)
2 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
2 cups flour
May you always walk in sunshine, and
God’s love around you flow, the happiness you gave us no one will ever know.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you
didn’t go alone. A part of us went with
you the day God called you Home.
Many times we’ve cried, if love could
have saved you, you never would have
died. The Lord be with you and may
you rest in peace.
Place in the blender oatmeal and raisins until blended
add melted butter, eggs, and blend. Mix in bowl with
sugar, salt, soda and flour, chill in the refrigerator.
Roll into balls and flatten with fork dipped in sugar.
Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown at 350 to 375
degrees. This is a flat and chewy cookie. Enjoy!
In Memory of Pat Houle
August 9, 1933 - May 2, 2001
It has been 10 years since your
passing. We all love and miss you,
Mom. From your children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
We hope they have bingo in Heaven.
In Memory of Our Dad
Ken “Woody” Butcher
July 22, 1941 - May 26, 2003
So many memories come to mind whenever we hear
your name. Without you in our lives, dad, things will never
be the same. What happened to all those times, the smiles,
the laughter, our precious moments with you. We miss you
so much, dad, we long to hear your voice we know. Look
down on us from your home in Heaven with your smiling
face. Know our love for you can never be replaced.
Your kids,
Ken Jr., Ron, Charles, Bret, Cindy, Linda, Daisy, Shari
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USDA “SNAP” Program
(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Colleen Blattenbauer 1-218-983-3286 Ext. 1395
Naytahwaush
Health Awareness 5K Walk/Run
The Naytahwaush Community Charter School will
be hosting a 5K Walk/Run for health awareness May
24 at 1 p.m. The first 200 registered participants who
complete the 5K will receive a free T-shirt.
Location: The start and finish line will be at the
Naytahwaush Community Charter School.
Participants must be registered at the school office by
May 17 to have the opportunity to receive a T-shirt
from the event. Registration forms can be picked up
at the school office.
In Loving Memory of Ronald Lee Brown
12-15-1941 to 5-25-2008
Sunrise
Sundown
For more information please contact Dave
Westerman at 218-936-2121.
Been three years since you left bro, everyday that goes
by I think of you, the laughs we shared and the stories you
told me. I was blessed to have had a big brother like you, the
caring, sharing and the loving big brother you were.
It was you that always had the ear to listen, it was you
that had that shoulder to cry on when I
needed you most. And it was you that
always gave me the encouragement
when I was down and out.
I will hold onto all the years of the
loving memories we shared throughout
your lifetime.
Bro, you made many good memories with Larry, the times you spent with
him throughout, he talks of the stories
you shared with him, remembers the
time you spent with him watching western movies, and will
always remember the laughs you shared with him.
Our three children, JR, Matthew and Caroline, you
watched grow up and the true love you shared with them, and
the laughs and stories you shared with them, they will forever hold on of Uncle Ron.
Bro, I been having a hard time to accept your loss, your
absence gets hard. But my dearest Bro, I will hold on till we
meet again in Heaven. There we will never be apart again,
but be the one big happy family with our loved ones.
In Memory
Six years gone by since you were so sadly taken from us.
We had no time to say our good-byes, no time for a hug, no
kisses good-bye. But Just left in shock and tears of pain.
So close we hold in heart is all our
loving memories of you. The many
laughs we shared, the many heart-toheart talks we shared, remembering you
in the kitchen cooking up all your great
food we shared together.
We feel that we were richly blessed
to have such a precious gem like you in
our lives. That big genuine smile, the
strong true love you shared with your
loved ones, is forever missed. We will
cherish the loving memories we have of you.
Your life was short here in this world, but Frankie, we
will meet up again for eternity and that will be a never ending
life.
We will hold tight onto the strong love you had for us,
and the endless loving memories you left us.
Our deepest love,
Your baby sis Nancy and Larry,
JR, Matthew and Caroline
All our deepest love,
Auntie Nancy and Uncle Larry,
Your bro’s JR and Matthew and Caroline Rose Larson
In Loving Memory of Franklin James Brown
4-8-1984 to 5-15-2005
Sunrise
Sundown
The White Earth LTCC program
is accepting bids for a Home Modification to be done
at individual homes located near White Earth on the
White Earth Reservation. Modifications must be performed by a licensed contractor and per MN State
Code. Payment will be made in full after final inspection and approval of completed job. Bid specifications and location are available at the White Earth
Tribal Health Building, 26246 Crane Road, White
Earth, MN 56591. All BIDS submitted MUST include
a diagram/blue print of the proposed project or they
will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Due to client confidentiality the bid description
must be picked up in person at the White Earth Tribal
Health Building. We are open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.4:30 p.m. Bids will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on
May 20, 2011.
Looking to Buy Your SCRAP
You call - I haul!
I have all the right equipment...
No job too big or too small to haul away!
Will Buy
 Junk Cars and Pickups
 Scrap Farm Machinery
(Combines, tractors, balers, drills, swathers,
discs/plows)
 Scrap Heavy Equipment
(Old semi tractors, old semi trailers, dozer,
backhoes, graders, cranes)
E-Z Way Car Crushing, Inc.
Call Dale at 218-686-2290
18341 County Hwy 25, Detroit Lakes
All deadlines for the AT are strictly
enforced! Deadlines are always listed
on Page 2 in the lower left.
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Howah Ads
Howah Ads
are $5 with a
picture or $4
without. All
payments must
be made in
advance.
“Look Whos Spawning”
Happy Birthday
to Joe on May 2
Classified Ads
Happy 68th Aniversary
Joe (Ike) & Gloria Berry
Wanted to buy: Leeches, bloodsuckers, snapping turtles and painted
turtles. Call Eric at 218-849-7654.
Gardeners: Prairie Gardens, 46515 County Highway 26, is opening
Saturday, May 14. Regular hours are Tuesdays thru Sundays from 10
a.m. - 5 p.m. E-mail us at: [email protected] or visit our site at
www.localharvest.org for any questions or information.
April
17
Larson Leeches: Buying leeches now. Paying cash for pan fish to
jumbos. Cell: 218-766-9876. Shop: 218-694-2566.
Lawnmower repair & sales: Reasonable rates and fast service for
lawnmower repairs or garden tillers. Reconditioned mowers for sale;
will also buy mowers. Call Don Vizenor at 218-936-3638.
Happy Birthday
Shelley
“Sis”
Scheler
(May 10)
From the RTC gang
Taxidermy: Call Dan Clark at Deep Woods Taxidermy at 218-9834196 or his cell at 218-204-0565.
Professional tattoos and custom pencil-specializing in memorial portraits and wildlife. For appointments call Jesse Alvarado at 218-2610319 or myspace.com/mahkoonce
Wanted: Old pocket and wrist watches or parts. Call Duane at 218935-2404.
Childcare: Mother Theresa’s Childcare, located at 37031 County
Highway 21, 1/2 mile north of White Earth. Call home: 218-983-4358,
cell: 218-234-0960. Stop by or call for an application.
Mandi - 10
Mazie -11
Start getting ready
for the 143rd Annual
White Earth
Reservation
Celebration and Pow
Wow June 10-12!
Happy
Birthday
Kivi Girls
Maggie Pie - 8
2011 Art for the Ages
Featuring Native American Art
Experience Native American Culture!
Art for the Ages
Emmanuel Community Forest Conference Center
June 9, 2011  1:30-6 p.m.  Detroit Lakes
Showcasing Native American Art ~Food ~Music ~Dance
If interested in displaying and
selling your art, call Sandy Lia
today at 218-844-8340 or email
[email protected]
Art by Joyce Jackson Arndt
For sale: Brave EZ Split horizontal log splitter for $500 or best offer.
8 ton; used one season; paid $900. Reason for selling - we no longer
need it. Call 218-473-2566 and leave a message.
Wanted to buy: Pole building/garage. Instead of building a new
garage, Want to purchase and move an existing pole building/garage
with dimensions around 30ft by 36ft. Preferably around the Ponsford,
Pine Point, or Round Lake area. Call 763-370-2006.
For sale: Ibanez RG320 Deluxe Electric Guitar with hard shell case.
Excellent condition! $400. Call 218-935-5024 between 5-8 p.m. weekdays & 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. on weekends. Ask for Rick.
For sale: Professionally built Intel QuadCore computer - $500.
Excellent condition. 2.66ghz Intel QuadCore CPU, 8GB of RAM, 1TB
hard drive, Nvidia GTX 260 graphics card, DVD/CD ROM burner,
Acer X163w 16” monitor. Call 218-935-5024 between 5-8 p.m. weekends & 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. on weekends. Ask for Rick.
For Sale
COMPLETELY REMODELED two bedroom single family
home, including an oversized bath/utility room. Recent
improvements include; new shingles, new floor coverings
throughout, all rooms have been repainted, new kitchen/bath
cabinets and counter tops. Home is located at 39995 North
Elbow Lake Drive, Waubun, MN. The home is within walking
distance of a public fishing pier and park/picnic area on
Elbow Lake. $62,000 with seller financing available. Down
payment assistance available to qualified buyers. Contact
Barb, Community Development Bank at 218-983-3241.
Anishinaabeg Today
WHITE EARTH TRIBAL COURT
CHILDRENS COURT
In the Matter of the Welfare of the Children formerly
in the custody of:
Dated: April 19, 2011
Rebecca McConkey
Attorney for White Earth Indian Child Welfare
Kelli Oquist and
Nikko Morrow
SUMMONS OF THE FILING OF PETITION FOR
SUSPENSION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
Court File No. CC-10-782, 83, 84
Dawn P. Carranza-Garcia
SUMMONS OF THE FILING OF
PERMANENCY PETITION
Court File No. CC-10-536
YOU ARE HEREBY notified that on May 2, 2011 a
Permanency Petition was filed with the White Earth
Tribal Court seeking to transfer legal and physical
custody of your child born 7/22/2011. You are
asked to contact the White Earth Tribal Courtroom
located at the RTC in White Earth, Minnesota, telephone number is 218-983-4648 to receive notification of the hearing date. If you fail to appear for this
hearing the Court may find you in default and enter
an order.
Dated: May 2, 2011
Rebecca McConkey
PERMANENCY PETITION
Court File No. CC-09-420, 422
PERMANENCY PETITION
Court File No. CC-08-469, 470
In the Matter of the Welfare of the Child of:
Melissa Manypenny
CHILDRENS COURT
CHILDRENS COURT
CHILDRENS COURT
Krystal Bevins
YOU ARE HEREBY notified that on April 19, 2011 a
Petition For Long Term Foster Care was filed with
the White Earth Tribal Court regarding the children
formerly in the custody of Krystal Bevins. You are
asked to contact the White Earth Tribal Courtroom
located at the RTC in White Earth, Minnesota, telephone number is 218-983-4648 to receive notification of the hearing date. If you fail to appear for this
hearing the Court may find you in default and enter
an order.
For Sale: Cabin on leased lot at Snider Lake. Very nice.
$34,000. Call Kevin at 701-238-1044.
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Suspension of Parental Rights Petition was filed
with the White Earth Tribal Court regarding the
above named children. You are asked to contact
the White Earth Tribal Courtroom located at the
RTC in White Earth, Minnesota, telephone number
is 218-983-4648 to receive notification of the hearing date. If you fail to appear for this hearing the
Court may find you in default and enter an order.
Rebecca McConkey
Fundraiser for Patrick Thompson
to attend International Track Meet
in Australia
Raffle
A blue queen size Star quilt goes to the first ticket drawn
and a maroon queen size Star quilt goes to last ticket
drawn. Other prizes include: $50 cash, wild rice,
Shooting Star Casino package, embroidered dishtowels,
dreamcatcher made by local artist Jim Uran, and other
items. Tickets: $2 a piece or 3 for $5
Transfer of Legal Custody Petition was filed with the
White Earth Tribal Court regarding the legal custody
of the child of Melissa Manypenny. You are asked
to contact the White Earth Tribal Courtroom located
at the RTC in White Earth, Minnesota, telephone
number is 218-983-4648 to receive notification of
the hearing date. If you fail to appear for this hearing the Court may find you in default and enter an
order.
Rebecca McConkey
CHILDRENS COURT
Tracy Beauchamp
SUMMONS OF THE FILING OF CHILD IN
NEED OF PROTECTION OR SERVICES
Court File No. CC-11-236
Child in Need of Protection or Services Petition was
filed with the White Earth Tribal Court regarding the
legal custody of the child of Tracy Beauchamp. You
are asked to contact the White Earth Tribal
Courtroom located at the RTC in White Earth,
Minnesota, telephone number 218-983-4648 to
receive notification of the hearing date. If you fail to
appear for this hearing the Court may find you in
default and enter an order.
James Schlender Jr.
Tribal Attorney
White Earth Band of Ojibwe
Fundraiser
May 27 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. @ WE Community Center
Chili & Frybread - $5. Starts at 11 a.m. until gone.
Bake Sale starts at 9 a.m.
Money raised for Devin Thompson will help pay for his
tombstone and memorial expenses. Devin is the son of
Mickie and Jeff Potter of White Earth and the late Rick
Thompson. Devin passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 8,
2010 at the age of 19. He leaves behind two children.
Drawing will take place on Sunday, May 15.
Need not be present to win!
Raffle drawing held at 1 p.m. - $1 per ticket (need not be
present to win). Raffle drawing items include: Brinkman
63,500 BTU gas grill, Dell netbook computer, Shooting
Star Casino package, several other prizes.
For tickets contact: Carol Thompson @ 218-983-3285
Ext. 5770 or by cell @ 218-358-1153 or e-mail at
[email protected], or Evelyn Thompson, Cheryl
Thompson, and Melody Auginaush in Rice Lake.
Any questions contact: Mickie Potter: 320-279-3238,
Kenzie Bevins: 218-204-1013, Lace Littlewolf: 218-9834214, Kaylea Smith: 218-204-0500, Ed Dakota: 218-2041588, [email protected]
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