Published Bi-Weekly for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska • Volume 47, Number 3 • Saturday, February 9, 2019 Winnebago Tribe still fi ghting back a year after raid on reservation

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The Winnebago Volunteer Fire Depart- ment checked on over 90 elderly people while the cold spell hit our reservation, carrying on the Winnebago teachings "Be good to one another and help one another”.

Monday, February 4, 2019 Inc., in a post on Facebook last week. constitutes an attack on the tribe’s By Kevin Abourezk He said the advertisement published status as a sovereign nation. More than a year has passed since for the tobacco auction indicated all The lawsuit alleges the state of federal agents raided the Winnebago taxes on the cigarettes have been paid. Nebraska has sought to force the Win- Reservation in Nebraska in what tribal Indeed, Morgan said, nearly $900,000 nebago Tribe to participate in a 1998 leaders have called on attack on their of the value of the confi scated cigarettes settlement between the four largest sovereignty. relates to federal taxes that Ho-Chunk tobacco manufacturing companies On January 30, 2018, nearly 50 Inc. paid for them. and 46 states, which had sued those agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, “I can’t help but wonder how many tobacco companies in order to recover The Twelve Clans hospital has a brand Tobacco and Firearms converged on houses for our people that money could healthcare costs related to smoking. new digital sign that is looking very nice! the offi ces of Ho-Chunk Inc., the Win- have helped build,” he said in his post. The resulting legal agreement, known nebago Tribe’s economic development “We have a great legal team and I told as the Tobacco Master Settlement corporation. They confi scated almost them yesterday that I want to win. They Agreement (MSA), required the tobacco $1.5 million worth of cigarettes owned said that would be hard, so I explained giants to make payments to the states by the company. that surviving is how we defi ne victory each year. Over the past year, there have been when dealing with the government.” States that fail to force all tobacco few developments in the ongoing legal Morgan, who is a Winnebago tribal manufacturers that operate within dispute between the Winnebago Tribe- citizen, also posted a video from inside their borders to either participate in the and the federal agency that seized the his company’s tobacco production facil- agreement or begin paying fees in order tobacco products and records related ity with the caption: “Still here!" to sell cigarettes in the state face los- to its tobacco manufacturing business. Despite the actions, federal authori- ing their sizeable settlement payments. The dispute began in 2016 when the ties have not charged anyone at Win- For Nebraska alone, that payment was ATF notifi ed the company that it was nebago with actual crimes. $37.7 million in 2017. Here is a shot of the Winnebago High seeking tobacco records from the tribe Meanwhile, Ho-Chunk Inc. has be- However, neither states’ attorney School girls against the Wakefi eld as required by the Contraband Ciga- gun its own legal action to try to prevent generals nor the big tobacco compa- Trojans this past week on Parent's Night. rette Traffi cking Act. further encroachment on its tobacco nies invited tribes to participate in the The tribe responded, saying it wasn’t manufacturing and distribution enter- MSA, and they also failed to seek the subject to the federal law. However, last prises. involvement of Congress, which exer- July, nearly six months after the raid On April 20, 2018, the company sued cises “exclusive and plenary control on Ho-Chunk Inc.’s offi ces, the D.C. the state of Nebraska on behalf of two of over sovereign tribes within its borders Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against its subsidiaries – HCI Distribution and independent of state jurisdiction,” ac- the tribe, saying tribal businesses must Rock River Manufacturing – seeking to cording to the lawsuit. comply with the recordkeeping require- prevent the state from forcing them to “For 20 years, we’ve been fi ghting ments of the federal law. abide by a legal agreement between the this,” Morgan said Friday at the Wir- Following the ruling, the U.S. Attor- state and a variety of tobacco manu- ing The Rez conference held on the Despite the harsh cold temperatures ney’s Offi ce for the District of Nebraska facturers. homelands of the Gila River Indian we have been experiencing in Winnebago, fi led a complaint in federal court seek- HCI Distribution purchases tobacco Community in Arizona. “If they had just the construction crew of the new Farmer's ing forfeiture of the confi scated ciga- products from tribal-based manufactur- asked us in 1998, maybe we could have Market venue have been working dili- gently these past weeks. rettes, as well as a Dodge Ram truck, ers and resells those products exclu- avoided this.” Freightliner box truck and forklift. sively to reservation-based wholesalers Nicole Ducheneaux, an attorney for In the complaint, federal authorities and retailers. Rock River is a federally Ho-Chunk Inc., has said the lawsuit alleged Ho-Chunk Inc. and its sub- licensed cigarette manufacturer whose by HCI Distribution and Rock River sidiaries had violated federal tobacco products are distributed by HCI Distri- Manufacturing is focused on trying to laws by shipping and selling “untaxed, bution and other national distributors to prevent the state from forcing them to unstamped cigarettes to businesses in retailers throughout the country. abide by the Master Settlement Agree- Nebraska other states.” The lawsuit, fi led before the U.S. Dis- ment and isn’t directly relate to the ATF "Not much has happened since then, trict Court for the District of Nebraska raid last year. but the court said the feds could sell in Omaha, alleges the state’s efforts to On December 19, a federal judge the tobacco at an auction and put the force the two corporations to abide by ruled against the state of Nebraska’s money in escrow,” said Lance Morgan, an agreement between the state and motion to dismiss the company’s law- the president and CEO of Ho-Chunk several major tobacco manufacturers suit, allowing the lawsuit to proceed.

Indianz.com… Tribes invited to present funding priorities despite lack of budget from Trump Tuesday, February 5, 2019 to keep their operations running as smoothly rene Martin, a citizen of the Bad River Band Thank you HoChunk Inc. for your con- By Acee Agoyo as possible. of Lake Superior Chippewa who has worked tribution of the free hotdogs on Parent's The triage wasn't always successful. Native in Indian law and policy for two decades, said Night. President Donald Trump has failed to American Lifelines, which provides services at the Wiring the Rez conference last week offer a budget for Indian Country programs to urban Indians in two states, had to stop in Arizona. but that doesn't mean Congress is shirking offering some programs due to the lapse in "He should have been able to parlay that its trust and treaty responsibilities to tribal federal funding. into great legislative successes, which he nations. "As a Native veteran patient once said, it did not do," Martin said at the event, held The House Committee on Appropria- is still legal for the federal government to kill on the Gila River Indian Community near tions still has to write funding bills for Indians, even in 2019," executive director Phoenix. the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the Indian Kerry Hawk Lessard, who is Shawnee, said In 2018, Trump was on time with his bud- Health Service and numerous other federal at a Democratic #ShutdownStories forum last get though he again sought to cut hundreds agencies. As part of that process, lawmakers month. of millions of dollars from Indian Country will be hearing from tribes and their advocates The impasse ended on January 25, when initiatives. And once again, Republicans next month. Trump agreed to sign a short-term funding bill and Democrats on the House Subcommit- The House Subcommittee on Interior, En- that did not include money for a wall along the tee on Interior, Environment, and Related vironment, and Related Agencies has set aside U.S. border with Mexico. The deal was only Agencies worked together to counteract that March 6 and March 7 for public testimony on temporary -- it expires on February 15 -- and proposal. tribal programs. The hearings typically draw the president has already said he is willing to With the Trump budget expected early representatives from dozens of tribes and put the nation through another shutdown if next month -- but after the March 6-7 hear- Indian organizations, who present their priori- he doesn't get what he wants. ings, incidentally -- the situation is looking to Winnebago representatives participated ties for housing, education, law enforcement "Tremendous numbers of people are com- repeat itself this season even as the subcom- in the AIHEC conference this past week, and other needs in their communities. ing up through Mexico in the hopes of fl ooding mittee has undergone change in the 116th which was held in Washington D.C.. And even though Democrats took control our Southern Border. We have sent additional Congress. Rep. Betty McCollum (D-Minneso- Here is Sean Walker, Little Priest College of the U.S. House of Representatives, the military," Trump wrote in a post on Twitter on ta), the new chair of the panel, and Rep. David alumni, pictured with Native Activist, affairs are hardly partisan. Members of the Tuesday. " We will build a Human Wall if Joyce> (R-Ohio), the new ranking member, Nathan Phillips. subcommittee, including Republicans, have necessary. If we had a real Wall, this would sent a joint letter to tribes last week, seeking long worked together to protect Indian Coun- be a non-event!" their input on the 2020 appropriations bill. try programs from budget cuts, regardless of But while Trump was dreaming about his Those wishing to testify in person must who is in charge of the White House. "real Wall," his administration failed to submit submit a request by 5pm on Monday, Feb- "Indian Country is not partisan poli- a fi scal year 2020 budget to Congress. By ruary 11. Those who wish to provide written tics," National Congress of American Indi- law, the proposal is due on or before the fi rst testimony must submit documents by 5pm ans President Jefferson Keel said last month Monday in February, a deadline that came on March 15, according to the letter. when discussing the need to fund tribal and went on February 5. Fiscal year 2020 starts on October 1. programs a year in advance in order to limit It wasn't the fi rst time that happened either. Over the last decade or so, Congress, as a the impacts of any government shutdowns. In 2017, after arriving to Republican majorities whole, has been unable to pass stand-alone The most recent shutdown lasted 35 days, in both chambers of Congress, Trump didn't appropriations bills for the BIA, the IHS and making it the longest in history. During that send a budget to Congress until May of that many other federal agencies by that time. time, tribes and Indian organizations were year, proposing huge cuts to tribal programs Lawmakers instead resort to "omnibus" fund- forced to cut back services, reduce hours for at the BIA and the IHS and other agencies. ing packages that don't always include the employees and shift funds around in order "He inherited a pretty good situation," Au- increases sought by tribes. Looks like an early spring this year! The Groundhog didn't see it's shadow on this year's Groundhog Day. Visit us at www.winnebagotribe.com Page 2— Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, February 9, 2019 BAGO NEWS

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Thoughts on Trip South JESUS OUR SAVIOR By Lance Morgan LUTHERAN OUTREACH Pastor Ricky Jacob “Rent a Non-Indian” model. "Do not be overcome by evil" the opposite of one's SIN FULL nature. As I listened to the lawyers talk about One's SIN FULL nature persecutes, these issues, it occurred to me how little Jesus knew and saw through the curses, rejoices at the mourning of has changed. Back in the day, it was heart of mankind. He taught his dis- others, and lives to cause division and open season on our assets. Our land ciples and those who would follow him strife. The Spirit of God transforms the was taken. Our natural resources were today what it means to walk in his ways. believer from the inside out and keeps taken. Even our children were taken Jesus humbles each and every man, one humble and willing to reach out for a while. Now we have lawyers who woman and child as he pointed out the to others. think they can use the legal system to evil that comes forth from one's heart. Creator God welcomes the repentant take more money and opportunity away Jesus said, "For out of the heart come sinner into His family. Tragically, most from tribes. What is disturbing is that evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual sinners reject their Creator and refuse in order to control tribes, the lawyers, immorality, theft, false testimony, slan- to turn from their disrespectful ways. the courts and the regulators have to der." [Matthew 15:19 NIV] There is no These people are filled with hatred paint tribes as simple dopes who are one righteous or holy before our Creator. and persecute others, including those being used. As a believer in Christ Jesus, also placed by God in position of authority, The tribes who are involved in online known as a Christian, one is called to as well as those who are led by God's lending are typically the poorest tribes love. Love Creator God above everything Spirit. who really need income to help their else and to love our neighbor as one- Paul writes on: 'Do not repay anyone people. Now the legal system is letting self. Only Jesus was able to obey these evil for evil. Be careful to do what is lawyers help themselves to the tribal commands and he did so all the way to right in the eyes of everybody. If it is About 3 months ago, I committed to business. How is this any different in the cross where he suffered and died possible, as far as it depends on you, giving a speech sponsored by Arizona practice from the old days. while we were yet enemies of his and live at peace with everyone. Do not take State Law School. It was a continu- our Creator. revenge, my friends, but leave room for ing legal education conference on the Tobacco Auction The apostle Paul wrote these words God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine internet and reservations. I teach a Speaking of the old days. The other further instructing us as children of to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. one-week class at the law school, so I day the ATF put out an ad advertising God: 'Love must be sincere. Hate what On the contrary: “If your enemy is hun- like to go down and support the school the sale of the tobacco they seized from is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted gry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him and the native students. My younger the tribe one year ago. They haven’t to one another in brotherly love. Honor something to drink. In doing this, you daughter is also a student at Arizona taken any action against us yet or even one another above yourselves. Never be will heap burning coals on his head”' State, so all and all I had plenty of really explained what they think we did lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual [Romans 12:17-20 NIV]. reasons to go. But I really lucked out exactly. However, they have stopped a fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in Two wrongs never make anything because it was -12 degrees the morning large portion of our business, which is hope, patient in affl iction, faithful in right, or repaying anyone evil for evil I left and 75 when I landed. partially their goal I am sure. The ATF prayer. Share with God’s people who are only compounds things. How do your My speech was on the evolution of didn’t want to pay to store the tobacco in need. Practice hospitality' [Romans words and your actions measure up? tribal business enterprises and the anymore, so they petitioned the court for 12:9-13 NIV]. Lord have mercy on me. internet. Basically, I was making the the right to sell them and put the funds One is called to love without hypocri- The Christian is taught to love one's point that a pattern has emerged in in escrow until the dispute is resolved. sy, not merely with hollow words saying enemy, just as Jesus' love moved him Indian Country economic development. We fought the attempted sale, but one thing and doing quite the opposite. to offer up his sacred life in the place of Often a tribe won’t have the necessary the court allowed it. We fought the sale Abhor or hate what is evil, the wicked sinful mankind. His fi rst words spoken expertise or money to get into a busi- because the tobacco seized was worth actions not the individual. from the cross spell this out for us: "Fa- ness. Tribes typically partner with a $1.5 million, but $900,000 of the value Paul continues, 'Bless those who ther, forgive them for they do not know non-Indian business partner, learn the was based on federal excise taxes that persecute you; bless and do not curse. what they are doing" [Luke 23:34a NIV]. business, make some money and then we had already paid to Daga Sam. If the Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn Paul concludes, 'Do not be overcome eventually move forward without the cigs were to rot, then we could get back with those who mourn. Live in harmony by evil, but overcome evil with good' non-Indian partner. the $900,000 from the government. with one another. Do not be proud, but [Romans 12:21 NIV]. Jesus overcame This pattern happened with our The ATF didn’t want us to get our tax be willing to associate with people of low evil with his sacred life. Jesus sends his money back. tribe with gaming. We used to have position. Do not be conceited' [Romans Spirit into this world so that we can be The auction company’s ad marketing 12:14-16 NIV]. a management company that took 40 empowered to overcome evil with good. our tobacco bragged that all of the fed- The life of a Christian should be quite percent of the profi ts. This is also what To God be all glory! Ho-Chunk, Inc. did when it fi rst started eral taxes are paid on the tobacco. This in government contracting. We would is dispute is going to be about whether partner with more experienced partners a tribal tax or state tax applies, but it is and then when the contracts where up, ironic and annoying that the ATF’s seller Dear friends and family, we found ways to do it all ourselves, is hyping up that all the taxes are paid. which is much more profi table. Somethings never change. How is it that tribes, the ones who created tobacco can We hope this letter finds you in good health surrounded by love. The conference focused a lot on I promise not to give you every detail of our year, I just want to give tribes who do lending online. These now only sell it with permission from the you the back story of one of the photos on our card. This past sum- tribes are under attack from state and government and in some instances our mer we had the wonderful experience of visiting the Native Ameri- federal regulators and also lawyers competitors. (Insert sarcastic tone for who are trying make money off suing the next sentence) I am not sure, but I can tribe to which Jeff belongs, the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. the tribe and their business partners. am starting to think the political, legal, Although Jeff has belonged to the tribe since his parents enrolled These lawsuits paint the tribes as un- and economic system might be slightly him years ago, he had never visited the area where his father George sophisticated dupes. The lawyers su- slanted against tribes. had grown up, and from which he had moved away before World War ing the tribe even have a name for the Famous Dave was my boss a long II. During our visit, the tribe was holding their annual Homecoming business: “Rent a Tribe.” time ago. He said once that Indians are Pow-wow in honor of all Veterans. While there, we had the privilege The term “Rent a Tribe” really bugs all about surviving. I agree. We need to of interring George’s official veteran’s flag raised and flown over the me. Tribes understand what they are survive this era, get smart, stay strong pow-wow along with approximately fifty other Winnebago veterans’ doing. They are doing the exact same as a people, get some capital and focus flags. We were truly impressed by the solemn, respectful ceremony thing they did with gaming and govern- on taking control of every piece of our which took place every morning and every evening to raise and lower, destiny we can. Depending on some- ment contracting. They are partnering, and then to fold all fifty flags, with the sound of drums and rhyth- one else is recipe for exploitation and getting smarter, making some money mic singing in the background. Throughout the 3 day pow-wow, we and fi guring out how to do the business poverty. One day we will truly thrive, instead of just trying to survive. were warmly welcomed and introduced to distant family members. without any partners. It isn’t a “rent The entire experience was one that we will always cherish. We look a tribe” model. It is actually more of a Contact me at [email protected] forward to returning again someday. The balance of the trip included a visit to the Badlands of South Dakota, which was breathtakingly beautiful and where we were 5th & 6th Grade Junior Bago Bots able to go horseback riding. We also visited Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons and Jackson, Wyoming, where we had the joy of white water The initial season of the Jr. Bago Bots was designed, constructed, and pro- rafting down the Snake River! The highlight of the trip was simply has just reached it's conclusion and the grammed by teams to accomplish tasks to be together as a family and of course, the visit to Winnebago was success of the new program with the to be completed at a competition. priceless. sponsorship of HCCDC has been an The team competed well at the Sadly, we returned from our trip and my father had a sudden health eye-opening experience and challenge FIRST LEGO LEAGUE competition held event a couple of days later which resulted in him passing away on for the students involved January 12th in Columbus Nebraska. August 19th. I miss him very much, but am thankful to have had The program was directed by Lowell The Competition included 44 teams his love and support for as many years as I have had. Brown, Science instructor WPS, Wil- from Nebraska at which points were liam Quinn, Paraprofessional WPS, given by the judging of the teams coop- Wish you joy, peace and love in the New Year. Love, Jeff, Lynn, Curtis Alexander, Community Project eration and gracious professionalism, Garrett and Sam Coordinator HCCDC, Greg Bass, Educa- robot design, and project completion tion Specialist WTN Higher Education, as well as the teams robot performance and Sam Farmer a senior at WPS. The during a series of timed robot task com- student participants were a mix of 5th pletion. While the team did not score and 6th grade students from WPS and well enough to move on to the next level St Augustine. of competition, their achievements in The season started in mid October their 1st year of a new and demanding and was in preparation for a FIRST program were phenomenal. LEGO LEAGUE Robotics Competition. Both the students and mentors are With great effort and diligence on the looking forward to what lies ahead for part of the students a robotic machine the project in the coming year.

Masthead Scene We have new digitally designed artwork of the 12 tribal clans at the Winnebago tribal council chambers. Take a look at them next time you visit. The artwork is designed by tribal member, Jordana Bass.

The next issue of the WINNEBAGO INDIAN NEWS will be published on February 23, 2019. DEADLINE for this issue will be February 18, 2019.

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WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA Adopt Resolution #19-42 NEBRASKA INTER-TRIBAL COALITION REGULAR TRIBAL COUNCIL James Snow motioned to ratify the MEETING fi ve signature adopting resolution #19- STATEMENT ON INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S January 7, 2019 42: Authorized Tribal Offi cials. Roland Warner seconded. MARCH AND INCIDENT INVOLVING TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Frank White Motion carried. OMAHA ELDER NATHAN PHILIPS Curtis St. Cyr Eugene DeCora – Matching fund On Friday, January 18 many of our vent prayer songs offered for all of us! Coly Brown request relatives, indigenous people gathered in Their actions were insensitive at best and Roland Warner Coly Brown motioned to ratify the fi ve Washington, D.C. near the Lincoln Me- clearly racist at worst!” James Snow signature approving Eugene DeCora’s morial for the fi rst Indigenous People’s To hear the story as told by the young Melton Frenchman matching fund request for the 5th Grade March. This event was designed to raise white man in questions, there was no Victoria Kitcheyan Whirling Thunder Boys Basketball team. public awareness of the issues faced by racist intent, Mr. Phillips got in his face, Louis LaRose Curtis St. Cyr seconded. indigenous people in this country and contrary to what many of the videos Kenneth Mallory (in @ 9:11a.m.) VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain around the world, such as voter suppres- show. He believes, As a young white OTHERS PRESENT: Motion carried. sion, human and sex traffi cking as well male, he is owed an apology. As Native Esther Mercer NEW BUSINESS: as the murdered and missing indigenous Americans, that suffer a disproportionate Dana Zagurski Pam Adams – American Broadband women. What happened during a portion rate of police brutality, we know that had Garan Coons Update only. of the Indigenous People’s March also it been a group of Native youth acting in Alan Post Adopt Resolution: Support Winneba- showed America what indigenous people such a disrespectful manner, we would Joy Johnson go Comprehensive Healthcare System’s face on a daily basis: lack of understand- not be getting apologies. Look at what Pam Adams Healthy Kids 2019 Proposal ing, disrespect and racism. happened at Standing Rock, when we Shane Morris Louis LaRose motioned to adopt We the members of the Nebraska were peacefully protecting our right to Don Archer resolution #19-44: Support Winnebago Inter-tribal Coalition stand in solidarity our water. Were we not given the benefi t Tonia Keller Comprehensive Healthcare System’s with Mr. Nathan Philips, an Omaha elder, of the doubt. No, we were shot with water Teresa Littlegeorge Healthy Kids 2019 Proposal. Victoria and spiritual leader. In our indigenous cannons, hit with tear gas, and put in Benny Eagle Kitcheyan seconded. cultures an elder is due respect. These dog kennels. Though we think we are CALL TO ORDER: Chairman VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain people hold a special place in our com- owed apologies, we know that we will White called the meeting to order at Motion carried. munities and when a person like this never get one. 9:07 a.m. TRIBAL COUNCIL ITEMS: is disrespected, it shows disrespect to The videos and those who witnessed OPENING PRAYER: Victoria KM – Approve travel for K. Mallory all of us. the incident first-hand, describe the Kitcheyan offered the opening prayer. –Wiring the Rez: Innovative Strategies We understand that there are First students mockingly dancing to the drum. APPROVE AGENDA: for Business Development, Chandler, Amendment issues at play here. There They were doing the “tomahawk chop” Roland Warner motioned to approve AZ on Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2019. were several groups of people involved and trying to chant in a mocking man- the agenda. James Snow seconded. Curtis St. Cyr motioned to approve in the incident that has been widely ner. These are apparent on video and any VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain travel for Kenneth Mallory to attend the discussed and video streamed since it assertions that these incidents did not Motion carried. Wiring the Rez: Innovative Strategies occurred on the 18th. We understand occur are false. There were statements READING OF THE MINUTES: for Business Development in Chandler, that people are entitled to express their made about our land being stolen. Some December 3, 2018 – Regular Tribal AZ on Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2019. Roland opinions and that we don’t have to like say that they heard, “Go back to the Res- Council meeting minutes Warner seconded. those opinions. ervation”, and chants about building the Roland Warner motioned to approve VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain The Hebrew Israelites were engaged wall. At best, to quote Mr. LaMere, it was the December 3, 2018 Regular Tribal Motion carried. in speech that was derogatory toward done out of insensitivity and showed the Council Meeting minutes. James Snow JS – Approve travel to Durango Radio Native Americans and derogatory toward general lack of knowledge and education seconded. Fact Gathering Jan. 23-24, 2019. the students from Covington Catholic about Native Americans. At worst, these VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to ap- School. When those students started actions were pure racism. Motion carried. prove travel for James Snow to attend chanting, some kind of school chant, We stand behind the actions of Mr. [Kenneth in at 9:11 a.m.] the Durango Radio Fact Gathering Nathan Phillips saw what looked like the Nathan Phillips and applaud his at- December 12, 2018 – CEO Report meeting on Jan. 23-24, 2019. Roland taunting of a small number of black men tempts to bring calm to a tense situation meeting minutes Warner seconded. by about fi fty or so teenaged kids wearing through the use of songs and prayer. We James Snow motioned to approve the DISCUSSION, James Snow with- MAGA hats. Based on the experience hope that America, even those who are December 12, 2018 CEO Report meet- draws request for travel, due to current that people of color have and observa- defending and/or apologizing for think- ing minutes. Curtis St. Cyr seconded. issues at Little Priest Tribal College. tions of the behavior often displayed by ing the worst of these kids, see what VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Victoria Kitcheyan withdraws motion. those who wear MAGA hats, Mr. Phil- Native Americans deal with on a daily Motion carried. VK- Land Transfer update lips intuited that a dangerous situation basis. We hope that America will see that December 28, 2018 – Treasurer’s Curtis St. Cyr motioned to ap- needed to be broken up and he did so by teaching respect of all people is a good Report meeting minutes prove travel for interested Trib- playing an honor song on his drum as thing. We also hope that this incident Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to ap- al Council to Washington, DC for he placed himself between the Hebrew shows that American school systems prove the December 28, 2018 Trea- Winnebago Land Transfer Legis- Israelites and the Covington school kids. have a long way to go in teaching about surer’s Report meeting minutes. James lation. Roland Warner seconded. There are various interpretations of the country’s fi rst people and a culture Snow seconded. VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain the event in question, but there is no other than their own. VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. question that once Mr. Phillips placed The Nebraska Inter-Tribal Coalition Motion carried. VK- FEB 2019 STAC Meeting-approve himself in the middle of the two groups, consists of all of the federally-recognized RATIFY FIVE SIGNATURES: travel the school kids treated him and Native tribes located in Nebraska. The leaders Enrollment Committee – Advertise Roland Warner motioned to approve Americans in general with behavior that of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, the upcoming vacancy travel for Victoria Kitcheyan to attend shows a lack of education and respect. Santee Sioux Nation, Omaha Tribe of Coly Brown motioned to ratify the the STAC Meeting as Department of In the words of Winnebago elder and ac- Nebraska and Ponca Tribe of Nebraska fi ve signature approving to advertise the HHS Secretary Tribal Advisory Com- tivist, Frank LaMere, “It is hard to bring meet on a regular basis to discuss issues upcoming vacancy on the Enrollment mittee, pending end of Government people together! That is what Nathan that are shared by all of the tribes and Committee. Roland Warner seconded. shutdown. James Snow seconded. Phillips was seeking to do when young to lend support to the other tribes when VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain VK- 2nd Annual Tribal Green Sym- white men maligned his sacred and fer- they face issues of mutual concern. Motion carried. posium – Discussion.

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Kenneth Mallory motioned to ap- OPENING PRAYER: James Snow Esther Mercer seconded. prove travel for interested Tribal Coun- offered the opening prayer. Alan Post VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain cil to the 2nd Annual Tribal Green Sym- APPROVE AGENDA: CALL TO ORDER: Chairman White Motion carried. posium. Victoria Kitcheyan seconded. Kenneth Mallory motioned to approve called the meeting to order at 9:15 a.m. Pow-wow Committee VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain the agenda. Roland Warner seconded. OPENING PRAYER: Melton French- Curtis St. Cyr motioned to advertise Motion carried. VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain man offered the opening prayer. for 2019 Pow-wow Committee. NCAIED Res 2019 – Approve Travel Motion carried. 2019 BUDGET: Roland Warner seconded. Roland Warner motioned to approve Roland Warner motioned to adopt VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain travel to the NCAIED Res 2019. James CULTURAL PRESERVATION: 2019 Budget as presented with exclu- Motion carried. Snow seconded. RESOLUTION: CULTURAL PRESER- sion of YCIC. The Tribe will fund the ADJOURN: VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain VATION CODE program salaries until DOJ funding for Roland Warner motioned to adjourn Motion carried. Kenneth Mallory motioned to adopt YCIC is discussed with DOJ and fund- the meeting at 5:25 p.m. VK-Impact of Government Shutdown Resolution #19-45: Amending Winne- ing source is fi nalized. Kenneth Mallory Coly Brown seconded. Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to bago Tribe Cultural Resource Protection seconded. VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain send a letter to Senator/Repre- Code. Roland Warner seconded. VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. sentative to end the Government VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. Chairman White adjourned the meet- Shutdown. James Snow seconded. Motion carried. TRIBAL COUNCIL MEMBER STI- ing at 5:25 p.m. VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain GIFT FORM AND CONDITIONS PEND PAY: Motion carried. Kenneth Mallory motioned to ap- James Snow motioned to pay Melton Respectfully submitted, CS- NCIA appointment to board prove the Angel DeCora Museum and Frenchman $300.00 stipend/retro for Coly Brown, Secretary James Snow motioned to re-appoint Research Center Deed of Gift Form attending Tribal Council meetings. Vic- Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Curtis St. Cyr to the Board of Nebraska and the conditions governing gifts as toria Kitcheyan seconded. Commission on Indian Affairs. Roland presented by Randy Teboe for Cultural VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (1) abstain, MF Warner seconded. Preservation. Curtis St. Cyr seconded. Motion carried. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (2) abstain, VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain ADJOURN: CS, KM Motion carried. Motion carried. Roland Warner motioned to adjourn WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA FW – Annual Legislative Luncheon ENROLLMENT: at 10:56 a.m. Kenneth Mallory sec- TREASURER’S REPORT MEETING update & approve travel ENROLLMENT RESOLUTION onded. January 25, 2019 Roland Warner motioned to approve Kenneth Mallory motioned to adopt VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain travel for interested Tribal Council to resolution #19-46: Tribal Enrollment Motion carried. TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: attend the Legislative Luncheon in Lin- Applicants. Chairman White adjourned the meet- Frank White coln, NE on January 15, 2019. Curtis Louis LaRose seconded. ing at 10:56 a.m. Curtis St. Cyr St. Cyr seconded. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Coly Brown VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Roland Warner Motion carried. RELINQUISHMENT Coly Brown, Secretary James Snow ADJOURN: Kenneth Mallory motioned to approve Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Melton Frenchman Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to relinquishment of number 383-U06967. Victoria Kitcheyan adjourn at 10:58 a.m. James Snow James Snow seconded. Discussion. Kenneth Mallory seconded. Kenneth Mallory Withdraws motion. Louis LaRose VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain James Snow motioned to approve the WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA OTHERS PRESENT: Motion carried. conditional relinquishment of number MID-MONTHLY TRIBAL COUNCIL Damon Payer Chairman White adjourned the 383-U06967. MEETING Alan Post meeting at 10:58 a.m. No second. James Snow withdraws January 21, 2019 Mayan Beltran the conditional relinquishment of num- Mike Means Respectfully submitted, ber 383-U06967. TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: Garan Coons Coly Brown, Secretary Chairman tabled the issue and sends Frank White Esther Mercer Winnebago Tribal Council it back to the Enrollment Committee. Curtis St. Cyr Bill DeCora HIGHER EDUCATION: Tabled. No Coly Brown Aaron LaPointe show. Roland Warner Lance Morgan RETIREMENT PLAN COMMITTEE: Kenneth Mallory Brad Knepper & Associate WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA Committee Update. Louis LaRose CALL TO ORDER: Chairman White GENERAL COUNSEL Position approval OTHERS PRESENT: called the meeting to order at 9:08 a.m. January 16, 2019 Kenneth Mallory motioned to approve Garan Coons OPENING PRAYER: Victoria Tribal Benefi ts Administrator position Tonia Keller Kitcheyan offered the opening prayer. TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: with the Retirement Committee. James Crystal White APPROVE AGENDA: Curtis St. Cyr Snow seconded. TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT: Roland Warner motioned to add NCIA Coly Brown VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain James Snow (sick leave) and approve the agenda as amended. Roland Warner Motion carried. Melton Frenchman (working) James Snow seconded. James Snow (in @ 10:33 am) COMMITTEES: Victoria Kitcheyan VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Victoria Kitcheyan (in @ 10:14 am) LPTC BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Motion carried. Kenneth Mallory Roland Warner motioned to appoint White called the meeting to order at WCHS FINANCIAL REPORT: No Louis LaRose Lynelle Blackhawk Little Priest Tribal 5:00 p.m. show (Controller out sick) No action OTHERS PRESENT: College Board of Trustees. Curtis St. OPENING PRAYER: Frank White taken. Sheila Corbine Cyr seconded. offered the opening prayer. WINNAVEGAS REPORT: Norma Stealer VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (1) abstain, JS APPROVE THE AGENDA: Kenneth Mallory motioned to ap- Tonia Keller Motion carried. Roland Warner motioned to add prove the WinnaVegas December 2018 Esther Mercer WINNEBAGO LAND CORP BOARD Tribal Council Item #3. Pow-wow Com- Monthly Report. Bill DeCora Kenneth Mallory motioned to appoint mittee and approve the agenda. Louis Roland Warner seconded. TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT: Aaron LaPointe. Roland Warner mo- LaRose seconded. VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Frank White (funeral) tioned to appoint John Snowball. James VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. Melton Frenchman (working) Snow nominates Benny Eagle. James Motion carried. Kenneth Mallory motioned to approve CALL TO ORDER: Vice-Chairman Snow motioned to cease nominations. READING OF THE MINUTES: Band of Unemployment Claims Program St. Cyr called the meeting to order at Aaron LaPointe receives (2) two 1-7-19 Regular Meeting Minutes for $46,000.00. James Snow seconded. 10:07 a.m. Benny Eagle receives (1) one John Roland Warner motioned to approve VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain OPENING PRAYER: Snowball receives (4) four the January 7, 2019 the Regular Meet- Motion carried. Coly Brown offered the opening Roland Warner motioned to appoint ing minutes with correction of typos. Curtis St. Cyr motioned to approve prayer. John Snowball to the Winnebago Land Kenneth Mallory seconded. the Rockhouse Productions Josh Turner APPROVE AGENDA: Corp Board. VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain for $47,500.00. Roland Warner sec- Roland Warner motioned to approve Kenneth Mallory seconded. Motion carried. onded. the agenda. Coly Brown seconded. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain 1-16-19 General Counsel Minutes VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (4) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. Roland Warner motioned to approve Motion carried. Motion carried. ICWA COMMITTEE: the January 16, 2019 General Counsel James Snow motioned to approve RADIO STATION: Updates, no ac- Roland Warner motioned to approve Meeting minutes. Curtis St. Cyr sec- the March VIP Appreciation Dinners for tion taken. the request to advertise for the ICWA onded. $62,000.00. Roland Warner seconded. TEXAS VS. ZINKE: Updates, no ac- Committee. VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain tion taken. Kenneth Mallory seconded. Motion carried. Motion carried. [Victoria in at 10:14 a.m., Jim in at VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain 1-18-19 Special Budget Meeting GAMING COMMISSION REPORT: 10:33 a.m.] Motion carried. Minutes Curtis St. Cyr motioned to ap- MISSOURI RIVER FLOOD CASE: SOCIAL SERVICES: Roland Warner motioned to approve prove the Winnebago Gaming Com- Updates, no action taken. Kenneth Mallory motioned to approve the January 18, 2019 Special Budget mission December 2018 Month- METH CODE DRAFT: Discussion, the General Assistance Tribal Redesign Meeting Minutes. Louis LaRose seconded. ly Report. Coly Brown seconded. no action taken. Plan. VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain IOWA LAND LEGISLATION: Update, Roland Warner seconded. Motion carried. Motion carried. no action taken. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain 1-18-19 CEO Report Minutes TRIBAL REPORT: ADJOURN: Motion carried. Roland Warner motioned to approve Roland Warner motioned to approve Kenneth Mallory motioned to adjourn WIC: the January 18, 2019 CEO Report the Tribal CFO December 2018 Report. at 11:21 a.m. Roland Warner seconded. Roland Warner motioned to rescind Minutes. Kenneth Mallory seconded. Curtis St. Cyr seconded. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain the Memo regarding WIC dated June VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (8) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. 20, 2018 and WIC to return under the Motion carried. Motion carried. Vice-Chairman adjourned the meet- supervision of the Tribal CEO. Kenneth RATIFY FIVE SIGNATURES: None Resolution: Drawdown ing at 11:21 a.m. Mallory seconded. NEW BUSINESS: Coly Brown motioned to adopt resolu- VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (1) abstain, Enrollment Committee – Applicants: tion #19-48: Investment Portfolio Draw- Respectfully submitted, JS Motion carried. Roland Warner nominates Monica down for $6,221,410.60 + interest daily Coly Brown, Secretary ADJOURN: Flores. Kenneth Mallory nominates until actually drawn out. Louis LaRose Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Roland Warner motioned to adjourn Joi Long. seconded. at 2:22 p.m. Kenneth Mallory seconded. Monica Flores (4) Joi Long (2) VOTE: (9) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Roland Warner Motioned to appoint Motion carried. Motion carried. Monica Flores to the Enrollment Com- (Chairman voted yes) Chairman White adjourned at 2:22 [Louis LaRose out @ 11:05 a.m.] WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA mittee. p.m. Curtis St. Cyr seconded. Liberty Bank – Quarterly Investment CEO REPORT James Snow motioned to accept the January 18, 2019 VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain Respectfully submitted, Motion carried. December 2018 Report from Liberty Coly Brown, Secretary WHDC Meth Moratorium: Tabled Bank. TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Roland Warner seconded. Frank White Approve Travel for NITC meeting in Niobrara, NE VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Curtis St. Cyr Motion carried. Coly Brown Kenneth Mallory motioned to approve travel to Nebraska Inter Tribal Coalition NCAI Travel Roland Warner Roland Warner motioned to approve WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA meeting in Niobrara, NE. Roland War- James Snow travel for Tribal Council to Washing- SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING ner seconded. Kenneth Mallory ton DC to attend NCAI (VK travel is (Closed Meeting) VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain Louis LaRose reimbursed). James Snow seconded. OTHERS PRESENT: January 18, 2019 Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS: None VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Esther Mercer Motion carried. TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: TRIBAL COUNCIL ITEMS: Randy Teboe ADJOURN: Frank White Lorene Thomas –DV/SA Program Garran Coons Curtis St. Cyr motioned to adjourn at Curtis St. Cyr Request: No show Chiara Counoyer 11:25 a.m. Victoria Kitcheyan seconded. Tina Tassler Coly Brown Crystal White – Financial help – Hall of Fame recognition VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Bill DeCora Roland Warner Motion carried. Louis LaRose motioned to approve TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT: James Snow Chairman White adjourned at 11:25 the request fi nancial assistance for Felix Melton Frenchman Melton Frenchman a.m. Victoria Kitcheyan Victoria Kitcheyan White III in the amount of $600.00 out CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Kenneth Mallory of the General Fund to attend the Hall Respectfully submitted, White called the meeting to order at Louis LaRose of Fame recognition at South East High Coly Brown, Secretary 1:06 p.m. OTHERS PRESENT: School in Lincoln, NE. Roland Warner Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Page 6 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, February 9, 2019 WINNEBAGO NEWS

Senator Joni Albrecht's Newsletter Legislative District 17 Bago Grows Update February 4, 2019 It’s that time of the year to begin of what type of business, we offer tech- thinking about what you might want to nical assistance for startups, business plant in your garden. As most folks in expertise and loan capital. If you are Since I was elected to the Ne- to General File from the Natural this community know, Bago Grows is a interested in those services, please braska Unicameral, I have been dis- Resources Committee unanimously, program funded by a USDA grant that contact Brian Mathers, HCCDC Direc- appointed and disheartened that we I am looking forward to passing LB provides raised garden beds, fertile tor at the Woodland Trails building or did not recite the Pledge of Allegiance 307 and seeing its benefi ts to South soil and seeds to those that have fi lled contact him at [email protected] each morning before beginning the Sioux City and the rest of District 17. out the applications. We had 120 ap- or call 402-878-2192. legislative day. Reciting the pledge I also introduced LB 222 and LB plicants last year that received raised The Winnebago Tribal Council is is a small but important tribute we 223 in committees this week. LB 222, garden beds and another 60 will be considering a Free Roaming Chicken can make to veterans that have given Change the Volunteer Emergency given out this spring. The purpose of Farm and Community Garden at everything to protect our freedoms. Responders Incentive Act, cleans up this project is to stimulate interest in a 40 acre site 4 miles southwest of I am proud to be leading an effort language to simplify the Volunteer gardening and eating fresh fruits and town. The Chicken Farm is now be- to ensure that we recite the Pledge Emergency Responders Incentive Act vegetables to improve overall health ing planned by one of our partners, of Allegiance each morning before to ensure that all qualifying emergen- and to fi ll the void of not having ac- Mainstreet Projects and should be starting the legislative session. My cy responders can receive the $250 cess to these products. Our rates of presented to TC for approval in the colleagues have been excited to join tax credit the Act allows. LB 223, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, stroke, near future. This project will provide hypertension and other preventable eggs and chicken meat for sale to our me and we have secured pledge lead- Provide a state-sponsored insurance diseases is off the chart. During the community and fertilizer for our plant- ers for each day of session so far. program for members of the Nebraska last two weeks of March, we will con- ing projects. The other part of that On Saturday, January 26th Ne- National Guard, adds language into tact the applicants to determine the acreage is for a Community Garden, law for a common practice in the braska celebrated our 45th annual best date and time to come out to set which we hope to plant this spring. If Walk for Life. Each year, thousands National Guard regarding the sale of up your raised garden beds, fi ll with there is enough interest, lots could be of Nebraskans gather at the Capitol National Guard sponsored life insur- fertile soil and supply the seeds you made available for anyone who may steps to celebrate life and march to ance, to ensure that National Guard want to plant. want to plant a bigger garden and who the University of Nebraska-Lincoln members may continue to have ac- The other part of this grant, along is willing to travel to that site. If not, Student Union to stand for life. I had cess to the life insurance benefi ts. with a couple of other grants and a garden will be planted and the pro- the opportunity to share informa- I look forward to working with my supplemented by HCI has provided duce will be harvested and sold at the tion about my bill LB 209 and join colleagues to pass both of these bill. funding to build our Farmers’ Market Farmers Market. We are considering a fellow elected offi cials to support District 17 is home to three won- in the HoChunk Village. This will be Community Garden in town if we can the pro-life movement. This year, we derful Extension programs. The an open facility with a roof where gar- identify a site (we are considering one heard from Catherine Adair, a for- Wayne County Extension Program is deners, farmers, entrepreneurs and now) so folks don’t need to travel the mer Planned Parenthood employee. located in the City of Wayne and of- other vendors can set up tables to 4 miles out of town. After being pressured into an abor- fers a stellar 4-H program and other sell their products. This will give us If something catastrophic were to tion at 19, she began working at Ag related programs for school age the access to fresh fruits, vegetables, happen, how would we feed ourselves? Planned Parenthood and witnessed children. The 4-H program reached value added products (salsa, canned Stores only carry a 3 day supply of thousands of abortions. After seeing over 60% of the age-eligible youth in goods, etc.) and other vendors, which food. After commods run out and wild the aftermath of a second-trimester kindergarden-12th grade in the coun- we did not have access to before. It game is all hunted, what next? We abortion, she could no longer partici- ty in 2017. Also in 2017, Nebraska will be a place to gather, visit, share need to prepare ourselves by growing, pate in the horror of what she was Extension in Wayne County, along your gardening experiences, sell and harvesting, consuming and preserving purchase products, make deals, etc. food until next growing season. We doing. I am thankful for women like with current and past 4-H’ers and in- The Farmers’ Market is scheduled to should also have greenhouses so we Catherine who share their stories dustry leaders, hosted an agriculture open around June 1. We are work- can grow food all year long. We will and continue to stand for life. We are literacy event designed to target 4th ing on a calendar of events that will teach canning, pickling, freezing, dry- grade students to learn about “life on so blessed to live in a pro-life state! occur at the Farmers’ Market with a ing and other manners of preserving I introduced LB 307 on behalf of the farm”. Wayne County Extension variety of classes from where and how our produce. Our world is a very un- the Department of Environmental has made such a positive impact on to plant a garden, soil preparation, stable place and anything can happen. Quality in the Natural Resources agriculture and our community. I am planting techniques, weed and pest This is only the beginning. There Committee this week. The bill up- proud of their outreach and thank control, fertilizing, harvesting, food are so many other things we can do, dates statutes relating to the revolv- the directors for all their hard work. preparation and cooking classes, food such as having our own livestock, ing funds administered by the De- To learn more about extension preservation (canning, drying, freezing, including cattle, hogs, increase our partment to allow more fl exibility as programs in your county, please call pickling, etc.) and other topics. Once buffalo herd, etc. The Chicken Farm authorized by federal law. The ability their offi ce or visit their website. completed, our calendar of events will is the fi rst step. Also, we must tap into to transfer funds will provide the It is of great importance that I hear be made available on HCCDC’s website our fresh water springs that abound state with fl exibility to allocate the from my constituents to effectively do and other locations which will be made throughout our lands. Water is Life! funds where the demand for com- my job as your voice in the Legisla- public once we know. For more information, please contact munity infrastructure improvement ture. I encourage my constituents to For those individuals interested in Vince Bass at 402-878-2192 or vbass@ is greatest. I want to thank South reach out to me and I look forward pursuing a small business, regardless hccdc.org. We are located upstairs at Sioux City administrator Lance to hearing from you. 402-471-2716 the Woodland Trails building. Hedquist for coming to testify in sup- [email protected] port of the bill. LB 307 was advanced

What You Need to Know About Allergens Hiding in Your Home

By Dr. Tony Sun, Senior Medical Di- week to help kill microscopic creatures rector for UnitedHealthcare of Nebraska (also known as dust mites) that can fl ourish in bedding, furniture, carpet Home: It’s all about love, family, and even your kids’ stuffed animals! safety, comfort – and allergies. Use dust-proof or allergen-imperme- Wait, what? able pillows, along with hypoallergenic While outdoor pollens are a common pillow and mattress covers. cause of the sniffl es and watery eyes As much as possible, reduce fabrics during the spring, summer and fall in your home with tile or hardwood months, millions of people battle year- fl oors instead of carpet. Replace cur- round symptoms caused by indoor tains or drapes with blinds or other allergens, according to the American non-fabric window treatments. Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immu- Place stuffed toys in a mesh bag or nology. These can range from sneezing zippered pillowcase and wash them in and an itchy, runny nose to coughing hot water. and chest congestion. Bathe and brush pets often. Mop Common indoor allergens include hard-surface fl oors every week. pet dander, types of cockroaches, pest Vacuum regularly, using a vacuum LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE droppings, dust mites and molds. They with either a double-layered microfi l- Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing can spread through the air in your ter bag or HEPA fi lter. Wear a fi ltering Case No. JFJ19-002AB Case No. CV19-012 home, settling into furniture and fl oors mask while you vacuum and stay out throughout the house. of the room for 20 minutes afterwards The People of the Winnebago Tribe In the Matter of the Custody Peti- In fact, a recent study found that a while dust and allergens settle. In the Interest of: tion of: majority of bedrooms in U.S. house- Mold grows in moist and humid I. B. (Born 2013) FRANKIE VIGIL JR. holds contained at least one allergen, conditions, so use dehumidifi ers or E. B. (Born 2011) vs. and nearly 75 percent harbored three ventilation fans in the kitchen, base- LONI GROCHOW to six allergy-inducing culprits. ment and bathrooms. To: AMANDA HARD, Mother According to the Mayo Clinic, aller- Remove as many water and food JESSE BIRDNECKLACE, Fa- To: LONI GROCHOW, gens are not merely annoying. They can sources as you can to control rodents ther also cause allergic asthma, the most and cockroaches. The Centers for You are hereby notified that a common form of asthma. The condition Disease Control and Prevention recom- You are hereby notifi ed that a hear- Custody petition has been fi led and a causes the airways to become clogged, mends vacuuming or sweeping areas ing concerning the above referred minor hearing concerning the above referred making breathing diffi cult. In serious that might attract pests every two to individual(s) in case no. JFJ19-002AB Individual(s) in case no. CV19-012 has fl are-ups, it can be fatal. three days. has been scheduled and will be heard been scheduled and will be heard in the We don’t often think about all of the No one wants to share their home in the Winnebago Tribal Court of Win- Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, allergens in our homes that we may with critters and molds that make us nebago, Nebraska on the 26TH day of Nebraska on the 25TH day of MARCH, react to, making us sneeze or cough. sneeze, wheeze or cough. Being proac- MARCH, 2019 at the hour of 9:30 A.M. 2019 at the hour of 11:00 A.M. Unfortunately, allergens are common, tive can help you and your family avoid but the good news is that there are allergies caused by indoor triggers. In ways to combat them! Here are just a addition, if you suffer from asthma, LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE few preventive measures to help reduce ask your doctor for more information Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing indoor allergens. about treatments and prevention to Case No. CV14-072 Case No. CV16-015 Wash all bedding in hot water once a help keep the condition under control. In the Matter of the Custody Petition of: In the Matter of the Custody Petition CARLA BROWNRIGG of: vs. JESS FRAZIER SR. WAYLAND VARGAS vs. Winnebago Self Storage SONNI M. FOUST To: CARLA BROWNRIGG, 5x10 - $35/month To: JESS FRAZIER SR., 10x10 - $45/month You are hereby notifi ed that an Ap- 10x20 - $65/month plication to Modify the custody order You are hereby notifi ed that an Ap- has been fi led and a hearing concerning plication to Modify the custody order the above referred Individual(s) in case has been fi led and a hearing concerning no. CV14-072 has been scheduled and the above referred Individual(s) in case will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal no. CV16-015 has been scheduled and Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal 402-878-4210 19TH day of FEBRUARY, 2019 at the Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the hour of 1:00 P.M. 21ST day of FEBRUARY, 2019 at the www.winnebagoselfstorage.com hour of 10:30 A.M. Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, February 9, 2019 — Page 7 Winter Celebration Powwow