Seminole Panthers Flag BC’s Annual Red Ribbon Boxer Oscar De La Hoya Football Team Game Parade Presents: Boxeo de Oro Tous Young and his Panther teammates played their first About 25 departments entered floats in this impressive dis- Canadian Cruiserweight fighter Dale Brown defended his game of the season against the Miami Dolphins. play of creativity that focused on staying drug free. NABO title against Jermell Barnes. Page 11 Page 18 Page 13

50¢ www.seminoletribe.com Volume XXV • Number 15 November 5, 2004 Vincent Micco Graduates from Police Service Aide Academy

By Adelsa Williams DAVIE, FL — After five and a half weeks of training, tribal citizen Vincent Micco, Panther clan, graduated from the Police Service Aide Academy in Davie. The ceremony was held at the Broward Community College Institute of Public Safety on Wednesday, Oct. 13. Micco’s family, as well as Hollywood Council Representative Max B. Osceola Jr. and Hollywood Board Representative David DeHass, showed their support by attending the graduation. Micco stated that the most exciting part of the academy was the first responder training session. During this time, he had to simulate a traffic accident scene and learned how to assist the situ- ation, which included performing CPR on a victim, among other procedures. Soon after graduation, Micco commenced working for the See MICCO, page 3

Felix DoBosz President Bush’s National Security Advisor Condoleeza Rice addresses the AIPAC conference. Condoleezza Rice Gives Speech at Seminole Hard Rock By Michael Kelly Rice, who spoke at the AIPAC four see this as a narrow struggle against a narrow HOLLYWOOD — From Oct. 24–25, years ago in Washington, DC, received a thun- enemy,” said Rice. “But the terrorists only have the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino derous ovation. She reiterated the Bush admin- to be right one time. We have to be right 100 played host to the American Israel Public istration’s commitment to Israel and the need to percent of the time…and so the president Affairs Committee’s (AIPAC) Annual Summit. spread democracy throughout the Middle East. believes this is a fight we’ve got to fight in the This year’s keynote speakers included Rice reiterated the need to fight the offense.” Condoleezza Rice, National Security Advisor enemy abroad, and not on the shores of the Holbrooke, who worked for the UN for President Bush, and former U.S. U.S. during the Clinton administration, addressed Ambassador to the United Nations, Richard “For some, it is a limited engage- the AIPAC on Sunday. Holbrooke. ment–to go after bin Laden and al Qaeda. They See RICE, page 2

Adelsa Williams Proud graduate Vincent Micco with wife Loretta Micco. 2004 NCAI Conference Focuses On Native Votes

By Iretta Tiger Second Annual Keith FT. LAUDERDALE, FL — The 61st Annual Convention for the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) stands out as one of the most memorable. The focus of this year’s Osceola Memorial Car conference promoted Native Vote 2004 and their aim is for one million native votes–votes that can make a difference in election results. Show Reigns Supreme In his opening statement NCAI President Tex Hall encouraged tribal authorities to support native voters as best as they can such as giving employees the day off to go vote or to provide transportation. For those who plan on slacking, Hall asked them to consider “Are we as Indian people better off now than we were four years ago?” Some may say yes monetarily but remember that our sovereignty is still in danger and think about this next bit of information. NCAI’s Eastern Okalahoma Regional Vice President Jefferson Keel, Chickasaw Nation, presented a disturbing audio tape of Oklahoma representative Tom Coburn making anti-Indian comments, including “Indian tribes [are] a joke.” Coburn also swore not to support the Five Nations Indian Land Reform Act when in fact he had promised the exact opposite when he met with tribal leaders. Coburn’s meeting with the tribal leaders had happened before he Michael Kelly had made the comments. Richard Osceola’s entry in the Indian Car category won first Coburn has also accused the place. Oklahoma Cherokee tribe of donating $150,000 to a candidate when in fact they have not given any money to a candidate. If this is not bad By Michael Kelly enough Coburn ran for the U.S. Senate. Iretta Tiger HOLLYWOOD — Last year when Vivian Delgado was This was only the very beginning of preparing the first memorial event for her late son, Keith Osceola, See NCAI, page 23 Teresa Heinz Kerry met with Chairman Mitchell Cypress and other officials before giving her she recalled how little time she had to prepare. This year, Delgado speech to the NCAI General Assembly on Monday Oct. 11. began preparing months in advance to make sure the Keith Osceola Memorial Car Show would be special. And despite the occasional shower, it was. This growing memorial is a testament to how much Keith German Tourists Treated To a Seminole Tribe Adventure Osceola was loved, and how a whole community shared in his pas- sion for cars, barbequing with family and friends, and love for his By Adelsa Williams fellow citizens. Delgado was extremely grateful for the large HOLLYWOOD — During the “See Native turnout. America–One Nation at a Time” cultural exchange Once again, the Osceola baseball field was transformed trip to Germany last April, the cultural exchange pro- into a sea of classic cars, trucks, custom SUVs, and bikes. The bar- gram held a family adventure vacation contest where becue rib contest grew from eight entries last year to 13. Seminole Berlin, Germany native Doris Dolgner was randomly arts and crafts lined many tables; the vivid colors of patchwork selected. She was selected out of an entry pool of skirts and jewelry were easily seen from far away. There was more than 5,000 registered persons. music from the Andy Buster Band, Paul Buster and his Cowbone The vacation package included a round trip Band, and a special performance by Native Roots, a Native for Dolgner and three of her friends to Fort American band from Albuquerque, N.M. Lauderdale, compliments of Delta Airlines, a compli- Elaine Mile, actress and comedian, was a special guest of mentary car rental from Dollar-Rent-A-Car, five-night Trail Seminole Liaison William Osceola. She made jokes about her stay at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, stay here in very hot and humid South Florida. She was especially $1,000 gift certificate for a shopping spree at the afraid she might become dinner to Florida’s most recognizable rep- Sawgrass Mills Mall in Sunrise, world class Mai Kai tile–the alligator. dinner and show as well as a tour of the Big Cypress Miles, a member of the Umatilla tribe, starred in the tele- reservation. vision show Northern Exposure, playing receptionist Marilyn Dolgner and friends made their way to Whirlwind. She’s also appeared in films, such as “Smoke Signals” Florida on September 30, where they hit the slots at and “Skins.” the casino, dined at the Hard Rock Café and did a lit- In the early afternoon, community members enjoyed tle shopping at the Seminole store located in the prem- ises. lunch under a chickee, and included the best fresh squeezed lemon- Adelsa Williams ade, courtesy of Dwayne Martin. “The hotel is very nice,” said Dolgner. “It Grand prize winner Doris Dolgner and her party from Germany enjoyed the airboat ride at reminds me of Las Vegas.” the Billie Swamp Safari in Big Cypress. See SHOW, page 16 See TOURIST, page 8 The Seminole Tribune 2 November 5, 2004 Seminole Tribe and Ft. Regular Meeting of the Seminole Tribal Council By Shelley Marmor Amendment IV to Election Ordinance C-01-64. BIG CYPRESS — In the absence of Chairman “This resolution doesn’t change the way an elected Lauderdale Housing Authority Mitchell Cypress at the Oct. 20 council meeting, an acting office can be removed… and it doesn’t change the reasons why chairman had to assume the position. After a unanimous decision an elected official can be removed,” Shore said. “These are all Receives Grants From HUD by the present council members, Big Cypress Councilman David the same. The only addition, or the only amendment… is that Cypress stepped up as acting chairman for the meeting. anyone that is removed by the Tribal Council, that person can In addition to Mitchell Cypress, Fort Pierce Liaison not ever run again for any elected position.” Sally Tommie and Tampa Liaison Richard Henry were absent David Cypress said this resolution will act as a way of from the meeting. However, atypically present was a group of “policing us up here; us guys,” as well as all future council high school students from the Ahfachkee School, who received a members. round of applause. “If I did something and y’all impeach me, y’all The consent agenda followed the Ahfachkee students’ shouldn’t get me back in there to screw it up again,” Cypress recognition. Executive Administrator Ken Fields read the 15 said. item agenda, adding one resolution that he said was “left out After some dissenting opinions from audience inadvertently” from the printed agenda. This resolution was the members, Cypress informed them that they have a 21 day approval to obtain a liquor license at The Blue Point, one of the ordinance to challenge the decisions of the council. Max Osceola newly-opened restaurants in the Seminole Paradise complex. said he will bring this issue to the community via a meeting and Other consent agenda items included: a service also offered to assist any members of the Hollywood community agreement with Nextel Custom Network Solutions, as well as if they needed help with the appeal process. two other resolutions involving Nextel. The council also Moses Osceola abstained from this vote, and David approved an agreement between the tribe and Broward County Cypress, Roger Smith and Max Osceola all voted in favor. The Sheriff Ken Jenne II for “automatic and mutual aid of fire rescue resolution passed by a majority vote. services,” as stated on the agenda. The final resolution and ordinance dealt with financial The Tribal Council unanimously approved the consent matters and were presented by Tribal Treasurer Mike Tiger. Both agenda. passed unanimously. Utilities Director Susie Kippenberger spoke on the first The first resolution was for approval of the 2005 fiscal Iretta Tiger item on the regular agenda. This resolution called for a change year budget. As an aide to audience members, the budget was (L-R) HUD Assistant Secretary Michael Liu, Housing Department Director order of an additional $1.4 million for construction costs for the displayed on a large projector outlining where monies would be Michele Thomas, Grants Department Director Joel Frank Sr., Chairman Fort Pierce Trust Property. Kippenberger said the additional costs spent. Absent from this projector presentation were the specifics will be used for things including muck removal, the irrigation of the budget. Tiger said any tribal citizen who would like to see Mitchell Cypress and Tribal Treasurer Mike D. Tiger. system and extensive underground work. the specifics of the 2005 should contact his office in Hollywood. Concerned about the high cost of this change order, Finally, the council adopted the gaming revenue President Moses Osceola voted against the resolution. However, allocation plan ordinance. As stated in the Indian Gaming By Iretta Tiger families to use the Section 184 Program David Cypress, Max Osceola and Brighton Council Regulatory Act, a portion of all money allocated from gaming FT. LAUDERDALE, FL – In anywhere in the State of Florida. In Representative Roger Smith all voted in favor of it, thus passing revenue must be placed in a bank account for minor children, a special session held on Oct. 14, the removing the tribal land only restriction the resolution by a majority vote. invalids and incarcerated persons. For more information on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban from the loan program more tribal Another resolution approved the appointment of Gordon Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, please visit Development (HUD) Assistant citizens will now be able to become Oliver Wareham to the Tribal Gaming Commission. A spot was http://www.nigc.gov/nigc/nigcControl?option=LAWS_IGRA. Secretary Michael Liu presented grants homeowners. left open in the five member commission after Commissioner After all resolutions were read, Ken Fields introduced to the Seminole Tribe and the Ft. Liu then called Chairman Billy L. Cypress passed away in April. Housing Director Michele Thomas who brought up two Lauderdale Housing Authority. The Mitchell Cypress to come and witness Wareham said he gave careful thought to taking the employees from her department for recognition. Barbara Butera special session was at the request the signing of the grant and position after a nomination and encouragement from Moses and Clarence “Tiny” Harrell were presented with plaques for of Liu, who wished to presented him with a check. Osceola. outstanding service in the housing department, especially during personally announce the Seminole Housing “It’s an honor to be chosen for this position,” Wareham the month of September during the hurricanes that hit Florida. news to the recipients Director Michele said. “I did want you guys, the Tribal Council and the tribal before he Thomas then The council unanimously approved Wareham’s people, to know that their service and their dedication to their announced it in his presented Liu with a appointment. Max Osceola also offered some congratulatory position in the housing department… did not go unnoticed,” scheduled Seminole basket. remarks to Wareham, calling him “the right man for the right Thomas said. “We appreciate it and they will sorely be missed presentation at the The Ft. job.” by the housing department.” National Congress Lauderdale Housing The Tribal Council then heard a resolution that would Sadly, Thomas had to also inform the council that both of American Indians Authority also bar anyone who has been removed from an elected office, either employees would be leaving the department. After 15 years with conference. received a grant for by citizen petition or by the council, from ever running again. the tribe and seven years in the housing department Tiny will be A $2,840,593 $690,975. The grant General Council Jim Shore presented the resolution. He moving back to his native-Oklahoma. Butera will stay with the Indian Housing Block would demolish old explained the specifics of the resolution, which is titled tribe but work in another department. Grant was awarded to public housing so that the Seminole Tribe. new community The funding from the development could be not endorse either democrat or republican Miami Herald, were just some of the news grant can be used for developed. Rice candidates. outlets covering the summit. numerous housing The housing Continued from page 1 According to AIPAC spokesman The Seminole Hard Rock & activities such as home improvements, authority will eventually receive an Andrew Schwartz, the two day event was Casino has already earned a reputation as crime prevention and technical additional $6,000 to assist local families The AIPAC Summit also touched the largest ever, even surpassing last being a first class resort, but now major assistance. in purchasing homes. on other important issues including Iran’s year’s event, held in Phoenix, Ariz. organizations such as AIPAC are eager to Liu also expressed his support For more information about pursuit of nuclear weapons, the recent AIPAC works throughout the U.S. to utilize the facility for important for the tribe’s recent decision to pass a HUD or any of its programs, please upsurge in anti-Semitism around the improve and strengthen relationships by conferences, meetings, concerts, and other resolution that would allow Seminole visit their website at www.hud.gov. globe, U.S.-Israel cooperation on supporting U.S.-Israel military, economic, functions. Beginning in November, the homeland security, and the fight against scientific and cultural cooperation. 18th Annual Indian Agricultural (IAG) international terrorism and terror funding. This event was so important Fox Symposium will be held at the Seminole AIPAC is a nonpartisan group and does News, CNN, AP, NBC, C-SPAN, and The hard Rock as well. Public Notice

The Seminole Tribe of Florida is applying for financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG). The Seminole Tribe of Florida cordially invites you to attend the 17th Annual The monies obtained through this grant VETERAN’S DAY CELEBRATION and tribute to Major Billy L. Cypress’s will be applied to the construction of Phase I family at the Big Cypress Indian Reservation Big Cypress Entertainment of the Boys and Girls Club facility in the Complex Tuesday, November 9, 2004 10:00 a.m. Hollywood Seminole Indian reservation. DIRECTIONS: An easy drive from Miami, Ft. Lauderdale or Naples, take Any questions or comments are Alligator Alley (I-75) from either Ft. Lauderdale or Naples Exit 49 (Service welcomed and should be directed to the Plaza), go North 22 miles to the Veterans Day Celebration. office of Joel M. Frank Sr. in Hollywood at For further information, contact: the Chairman’s Office, Seminole Tribe of (954) 966-6300, Ext. 1290. Florida, at (954) 967-3900. ALL TRIBAL MEMBERS and EMPLOYEES ARE WELCOME! The Seminole Tribune f you need a reporter or you would 1267. E-mail [email protected], like to submit an article, birthday fax (954) 967-3482, or mail to: The Iwish or poem to The Seminole Seminole Tribune, 6300 Stirling Tribune, please contact the editor, Road, Hollywood, Florida 33024. Michael Kelly at (800) 683-7800, Ext.

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Or subscribe on the Internet at health department that the council will I leave with you this scripture: I The photo of the damaged 6300 Stirling Road add two more days to the Marco Island trust in your unfailing love, my heart airport hanger in the Oct. 15 issue of The Hollywood, FL 33024 www.seminoletribe.com © Seminole Tribe of Florida Women’s Wellness Conference in July rejoices in your salvation. I will sing to Seminole Tribune was not from Big 2005. the Lord, for he has been good to me. Cypress as the photo caption said, but It has been my pleasure in Psalm 13: 5-6. actually a hanger in Ft. Pierce. The Seminole Tribune 3 November 5, 2004 Seminole Hosts Taiwanese Exchange Student By Adelsa Williams Hollywood and the Big Cypress and the Cowbone band during the Indian HOLLYWOOD — Tribal citi- Reservation. Day festivities in Hollywood. zen Paul Buster and his wife Meg are In Big Cypress, they showed Fai enjoys drawing, playing hosting their second foreign exchange her how to drive a car, practicing around tennis and shopping for Roxy clothes. student in the past two years. Seventeen the area and also attended Big Cypress She says that her main objec- year old, Porama “Fai” Jeeradig from Representative David Cypress’ birthday tive while participating in the exchange Thailand settled into the Buster’s resi- bash. student program is to master the English dence in the Hollywood reservation in “I met so many people but my language. As a bonus, she has also August. learned a few words in the The Buster’s have Miccosukee language. She raised two beautiful is also enthusiastic about daughters, Jessica and learning more of the Melissa, who no longer Seminole culture as well live at home. Since their as different foods. Her departure, the Buster’s favorite is the Seminole decided to get involved in pumpkin bread. the student exchange pro- Fai is an advocate gram after seeing an ad in of the Pacific Intercultural The Seminole Tribune. Exchange (PIE) program. Fai currently The program facilitates attends Hollywood Hills exchanges for high school High School where she students from almost every will complete her junior corner of the world. year before returning In order to home. After graduation, become a host family/par- she plans to attend college ent, one must pass a thor- to study business adminis- ough screening. Students tration and eventually land are also screened before a managing position in a their acceptance. They are clothing factory her aunt selected based on their owns in Thailand. academic excellence and Paul and Meg extracurricular interests. have taken Fai to visit Adelsa Williams Interviewers identify indi- Marco Island, Fla. and (L-R) Meg Buster, Porama “Fai” Jeeradig and Paul Buster. viduals who demonstrate a Sarasota, Fla. and plan to curious, responsible, out- visit the Florida Keys, going and adaptable Orlando, Fla. and nature. Nashville, Tenn. in the months to come. favorite part of the party was the Rod If you are interested in partici- The Buster’s have taken Fai to tour Stewart impersonator,” Fai said. pating in the PIE program, you may visit many local attractions including the She also enjoyed singing the them at www.pieusa.org or call (888) Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in “Baby don’t go” song with Paul Buster 743-8721. Meet the Tribal Smoke Shop Management Department

By Adelsa Williams The tribal smoke Susan Etxebarria HOLLYWOOD — shops also handles the vend- Christie with her husband Earle and son Hunter. The tribal smoke shop manage- ing machines in the Coconut ment department is located on Creek Casino, Hard Rock the third floor of the Casinos and Hollywood, Hollywood headquarters build- Brighton and Immokalee ing and is managed by tribal Casinos. Seminole Sheds Light on citizen Elsie Bowers, Snake The successful ven- clan. Tribal citizen Judy Jones ture into the cigarette busi- and dedicated fellow co-worker ness has been exemplified by New Business Venture Kathy Gutierrez serve as her the lucrative returns of the assistants. Davie Boulevard and Sample By Susan Etxebarria has bet that hordes of people building luxury In 1979, the first Road shops. The remaining BRIGHTON — Christie (Gopher) homes in the Lake Okeechobee region will smoke shop was opened in the shops contribute to this suc- Strickland and her husband, Earle, said they want to buy their lights as long as they offer Hollywood reservation. Since cess, but, do so on a nominal made a business decision last December that competitive prices. the inception of this board scale. As a whole, the tribal has changed their lives. Christie, a 37-year- Right now it is hard times for all enterprise, operations have smoke shops account for a old mother of three who was also a two-time the stores in Okeechobee due to many hurri- grown steadily and there are large percentage of the Brighton Princess in her teens, and who cane closures. eight smoke shops today. The board’s total income. worked 15 years for the tribe, has gone out “We were doing very well before department supervises about 45 The smoke shops on her own. the hurricane, but we had to close part of full time and part time cos- are successful enterprises and Now she and her husband are the August and we were only open six days in tumer service employees who will continue to be such for proud owners of a fabulous home interiors September,” said Strickland’s husband Earle. Adelsa Williams store in Okeechobee City, Fla. called Strickland said she really enjoys work throughout the smoke the Seminole Tribe of (L-R) Kathy Gutierrez, Judy Jones and Elsie Bowers. shop locations. Florida, Inc. Fantasy Lights. The store itself is a trendy owning the business, but it is also stressful. boutique infused with the warm glow of She said the money and energy they have fabulous lamps and lights. Its mesmerizing invested has been an enormous risk, but  at the Hollywood headquarters building Next week Micco will be train- atmosphere inspires ideas about decorating a they have things you can’t find anywhere Micco to train with co-worker Larry Hamilton. ing with a sworn police officer in a home with one of the beautiful brand name else, including: original pieces, top brands, “The Seminole police depart- patrol car and he will be visiting the lamps that hang in artistic clusters from the and high-quality décor. It is known as a Continued from page 1 ment has received me well and we're Broward County jail to experience and ceilings. “lighting and fan showroom” and many of Seminole Police department and has excited that a tribal member wanted to learn how the Broward Sheriff Office Strickland, a member of the the items are special ordered out of catalogs. been placed temporarily in the front desk work with them,” said Micco. handles their situations. Panther clan, worked hard for three months In the past, Strickland has worked Prior to becom- designing and building a powerfully appeal- at the tribe’s fish farm, at the preschool, the ing a police service aide, ing store interior before opening the doors in recreation program and her most recent and Micco owned his own December 2003. She and her husband creat- longest lasting job, as a school bus driver. flooring business and also ed an atmosphere where you want to buy the But, she came to the point where she wanted worked for about seven minute you walk in the door and a job that would give her more flexibility as years at the Housing Strickland’s warm smile and friendly per- a mom, to be able to take her kids to their Department, handling the sonality makes you feel at home. sports practices and go to their games. maintenance repairs to The light bulb that switched on in Owning her own business has allowed her properties on the reserva- the couple’s heads to open a lighting store in that freedom. tion and considers work- Okeechobee City came from having to make She said she is very happy working ing for that department “a numerous long trips to Home Depot in Fort indoors on the store accounts, ordering mer- learning experience.” Pierce while they were building their own chandise, and greeting customers. At the Also, during the home. When they wanted special lighting, it store she can also keep closer to her three strenuous hurricane sea- was a trip to the coast. youngsters, all of whom attend local son in South Florida this “There was nothing like this in Okeechobee Schools and come each day to year, Micco joined the Okeechobee,” said Strickland. the shop after school is out. This way she group of volunteers who She admits to following in her sis- can keep an eye on the kids who are grown worked with the hurricane ter Selena Billie footsteps. Billie also started up enough to spend most of their time there response team. He trans- a business in Okeechobee City in June 2003 doing their homework until it is time to pack ported Seminole senior called The Grind, a skateboard shop. up and go home with mom and dad for the citizens to and from the Strickland knows there are just a dinner hour. Seminole Hard Rock few Brighton Seminoles in the retail busi- Her husband Earle works electrical Hotel for shelter. ness and she wants to succeed and hopefully jobs besides attending to shop matters so he Micco is married even expand some day to owning a chain of is in and out during the days. to tribal citizen Loretta stores. This is not a story about a business. Micco, assistant to board “I do this for my family,” she said. It is as story about some people taking life a representative David “I hope one of the kids will take over a suc- step forward in their personal and economic DeHass, and is the proud cessful business one day.” growth. Christie Strickland’s is an example Adelsa Williams father of one son, Jerome She remembered her first job as a of spreading light in many ways. Hollywood Council Representative Max Osceola Jr., Seminole Police Service Aide Vincent Jumper, who currently child at the age of 14 working for the tribe Fantasy Lighting is located at 415 resides in South Carolina. under the Jobs Partnership Training Act. SW Park Street, Okeechobee, Florida, (863) Micco, Seminole Police Service Aide Fran Poux, BSO Sheriff Officer, and Hollywood Board Becoming an entrepreneur is a big step for- 697-3224. Representative David DeHass. ward in her life. However, the young couple The Seminole Tribune 4 November 5, 2004 Bright Future Ahead for Graduates Curtis and Austina Motlow Story by Judy Weeks Hurricanes. Curtis has always enjoyed both playing IMMOKALEE — In front of an auditorium and watching football and calls the Tampa Bay full of family members and friends, Curtis and Buccaneers his team. Austina “Tina” Motlow received their high school When it comes to academics, surprisingly graduation diplomas along with their fellow class- enough, both Curtis and Tina found math to be their mates on Sept. 29. favorite subject. Even though it wasn’t always easy, They both attend the Mel Blount Private Tina said she enjoyed the challenge that math offers. School in Vidalia, Ga., which held its commencement Curtis believes business math is not only interesting program on the campus of nearby Southeastern but he will put it to good use in his planned career. Technical College. The students wore blue caps and Extra curricular activities went in different gowns with blue and white tassels as they marched to directions for both students. Curtis was not only into Pomp and Circumstance. The stage was beautifully sports and reading, but achieved the position of Youth prepared with massive ferns and blue and white deco- Chairman and served his companions well. rations. Tina is intrigued with various forms of art Curtis Motlow is the son of Virgil Benny and has done a considerable number of sketches. She Motlow of Immokalee and Gladys Guzman of recently produced a picture of the world depicting the Tampa. Both of his proud parents attended the cere- eight clans. It was placed on display in Hollywood at monies with his siblings and grandfather, who despite the Indian Days celebration. Tina shows great poten- the long trip, would not have missed this opportunity tial and we look forward to seeing more of her work for anything in this world. and possibly sampling some of her poetry. Tina Alexis Motlow is the daughter of With graduation behind them, Curtis and Bonnie Motlow from Tina are enrolled at the the language and cul- Southeastern Technical ture department in College and will con- Iretta Tiger Hollywood. Tina was tinue their residency at Birthday girl Keyah Osceola, 18, makes a wish and blows out the candles. also a member of her Mel Blount School for Uncle Robert and Aunt the present. Tina is Jo North’s extended pursuing a degree in family with whom she criminal justice and A Hard Rock Birthday Bash To Remember spent a great deal of looks forward to time during her youth. becoming an attorney. By Iretta Tiger She said it meant a lot She will probably com- HOLLYWOOD — “I feel like to her to have her plete her basic educa- I’m at my own wedding,” said Keyah mother, Aunt Jo, grand- tion courses at Osceola, as she cut her impressive birth- mother, brother Austin Southeastern and then day cake. “All I’m missing is the groom.” and other siblings pres- transfer to a larger uni- One can certainly understand ent for this special versity to obtain her why she’s feeling like a bride. To cele- event in her life. law degree. brate her 18th birthday, Osceola’s family The Mel Tina’s ultimate threw her a pool side birthday party at the Blount School not only goal is to fill a legal Seminole Hard Rock Hotel that could eas- meets the academic position with the ily pass for a wedding reception. needs of its students, Seminole Tribe. Curtis Tables were beautifully decorat- but offers a full support is enrolled in marketing ed in purple and pink with unique center- system round the clock. Benny Motlow management where he pieces of flowers and feathers. It sounds It is a small school in will examine all phases like it could be over-the-top girly but (L-R) Curtis Motlow, Austina Motlow and fell class- intimate surroundings mate proudly display their diplomas. of the business world you’d have to see it to understand. Huge on the outskirts of before settling into any letter balloons read Happy Birthday town. The students specific field of indus- Keyah decorated the stage and tables area. sometimes share with classmates but often enjoy their try. He also expects to transfer at some later date to a There was also a lounge area with tables, own rooms. When they are not in class, they all have larger university. lamps and square platform beds with their assigned chores around the school which teach- Upon receiving his degree, he would like to cushions. es them responsibility and self-sufficiency. acquire business experience with an established cor- Another interesting detail is the Everyone attends therapy and group sessions poration such as the Seminole Tribe. His ultimate chocolate covered strawberries, instead of where they help each other deal with life’s daily chal- goal would be a financial venture to secure his future using dark or milk chocolate Hard Rock lenges. Residents range from fourth through twelfth and that of his fellow tribal members. chefs used white chocolate and several grade with the older students mentoring the younger Both students have the intelligence, determi- layers of chocolate. Each layer was a dif- children whenever appropriate. As one enormous nation and integrity to achieve their goals. Neither of ferent color and a part of each layer was family, it is not all work and no play. They attend them are concerned with the hard work ahead and in exposed the result was a strawberry with a sporting events, movies, community activities, shop- fact, look forward to the future. Curtis and Tina want coat of Seminole colors! Iretta Tiger ping sprees, and pursue their own interests and hob- to take this opportunity to thank everyone who have Native American rapper Quese Keyah Osceola recieves a birthday kiss from Elvis. bies. supported them. kicked off the party with an energetic per- Because of the school’s size and curriculum, They are very grateful to the staff at Mel formance. Quese can also break dance, they are unable to offer an organized sports program. Blount and cannot express enough how much they which is what he did during the next per- women, swooning. Though some tried to play it off However, they do have forms of recreation and the appreciate the difference the school has made in their formers’ show. they were giddy when receiving a scarf from him. students entertain themselves with impromptu games entire outlook on life. Having their families present to Closing the evening was the one and only Elvis gave the birthday girl a teddy bear, during their free time. share in their graduation, gave them an overwhelming Elvis, well the next best thing anyways, an Elvis which she cuddled during the party. In the words of Tina enjoys watching most sports, but is par- feeling of pride and accomplishment and a reason to impersonator complete with costume changes and Elvis himself; happy birthday to a beautiful and spe- tial to soccer and also routes for the Miami continue in their new life style. dancers. He had the women, yes even Seminole cial girl. The Seminole Tribune 5 November 5, 2004 Surprise Birthday Party For Sally Tommie By Jaime Restrepo HOLLYWOOD — Oct. 15 was a day of surprise for Sally Tommie as she walked into what she thought would be a staff lunch meeting at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Instead, Chairman Mitchell Cypress and his staff orchestrat- ed a surprise luncheon for Sally in celebration of her birthday, which passed a couple of days ago. Fifteen people attended the luncheon presided by Chairman Cypress. Also attending were Vice Chairman Moses Osceola, Big Cypress Council Representative David Cypress, as well staff mem- bers and advisors from the Chairman’s Office. Sally showed surprise as she entered the meeting room, which was the perfect setting for the occasion. Her friends and co-workers were already there, waiting to greet her with a big, warm "happy

Adelsa Williams Elsie Bowers (left) and other tribal citizens review voting information about polling sites, dates and times.

Jaime Restrepo Hollywood Community Prepares (L-R) Shawn Henderson, Sally Tommie, and for Presidential Elections President Moses Osceola. birthday.” By Adelsa Williams the significance of each of the eight constitutional The Chairman greeted and thanked all for HOLLYWOOD — On Tuesday October ballot initiatives. attending, and proceeded to commemorate Sally’s 26, a group of organized tribal citizens held two vot- Seminole preschool language instructor, birthday, further adding how key a role she has ing counseling sessions in the Hollywood reservation. Herbert Jim, assisted by translating to tribal citizens played in the office, for the Tribe, as well as her won- These sessions were coordinated in hopes to reach in the Miccosukee language. derful and well-spoken ability to represent the Tribe. out to tribal citizens and stress the issue of making During a luncheon at the hot meals building, Each person present took the opportunity to the native vote count. tribal senior citizens were counseled on the choices express their feelings and friendship to the birthday they have on Election Day. gal, citing her graciousness and steadfastness. Discussions began with presenting the Sally was overwhelmed by the show of options of making an absentee vote or affection and thanked everyone for sharing the simply asking for assistance to make it moment with her. She is a true believer in long and to the polls. Jaime Restrepo steady friendships, and expressed her deep gratitude Tribal citizen Jo-Lin Osceola Chairman Mitchell Cypress says a few nice words for the wonderful moment and to be surrounded by assisted seniors during the presentation about birthday girl Sally Tommie. her close friends. and volunteered to assist those who Happy birthday Sally! decided to make an absentee vote. Wanda Bowers also volunteered to accommodate anyone needing trans- portation assistance. Seminole Police Department Crime Statistics The Hollywood community was addressed as well on the same day September 2004 during the evening hours at the Hollywood headquarters’ office audi- Total Total Value Classification of Total JUVENILES ADULTS RACE torium. During both events, a video Number of Property Offenses Arrests demonstration of the voting machines Offenses Stolen Male Female Male Female Caucasian Black American Asian that will be used during the election Indian was conducted, to avoid any technical Murder confusion at the voting polls. Sex Offense 10 Flyers were distributed with Robbery 4 4940 3 1 1 1 3 information on the voting poll sites, Adelsa Williams Aggravated Battery Hollywood Council Representative Max Osceola Jr. dates and time for the early voters and understanding the registration card. Battery 23 22 20 2 15 3 3 1 In attendance were Burglary 3 $1,528 Hollywood Council Representative 27 $13,966 4 3 1 4 Tribal citizen Gloria Wilson explained to Max B. Osceola Jr., Board Representative David Larceny attendees the names of the candidates running for DeHass and Travis Trueblood, General Counsel to Motor Vehicle Theft 4 $83,000 1 1 president of the U.S., senatorial seats, and discussed The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc.

Narcotics Confiscated During Arrests

Classification of Total JUVENILES ADULTS RACE Drug Type Amount Value Offenses Arrests Male Female Male Female White BlackAmerican Asian Marijuana (grams) 102.8 $588 Indian DUI 43131 Cocaine (grams) 6.69 $102 Stolen Property 222 Crack Cocaine (grams) 2.6 $25 Weapons Violation Alprazolam / Xanax (pills) Liquor Law Violation 111 Oxycodone (pills) Miscellaneous 23 1 19 5 18 1 5 Oxycontin (pills) Drugs (Possession / Sale) 26 1 21 4 15 3 8 Crystal Methamphetamines Other Narcotics (pills) The Seminole Tribune 6 November 5, 2004

Cuetec® Cues Florida Classic Calling All Vendors for Have a question or need infor- Women’s Professional Billiards Music Festival mation for the Seminole Hard Submitted By Peggy Osceola Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa? at Seminole Hard Rock Food, singing, crafts, basketry, doll making, woodcarving, canoe making, leather work, patchwork, Please feel free to email us at Event is sanctioned by Entrance passes/tickets include all day beadwork for demonstration and sale are needed for the ? admission for both sessions daily. No South Florida Folk and Acoustic Music Festival on Women's Professional four-day, all event passes will be sold. Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 15–16. ? playersclubtampa@seminole- Tickets for the September 9-12 The festival will take place at Easterlin Park, Billiard Association tournament are redeemable for the same 1000 NW 38th St, Oakland Park, Fla. There is no cost hardrock.com. corresponding day. Event dates, details to be a vendor. If interested or have questions, please ? By Alina Viera and ticket prices subject to change with- call the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum development depart- HOLLYWOOD — Some of the out notice. All tickets subject to applica- ment at (954) 965-2424, Ext. 151, ask for Peggy. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & biggest names in the world of women’s ble service charges and can be purchased For more information, please visit: www.south- Casino, Tampa (813) 627-7707. professional billiards like Allison Fisher, at the Seminole Hard Rock Box office floridafolkfestival.org. ? Jeanette Lee “The Black Widow,” Karen (hours are Tuesday–Saturday 12 p.m.–7 Corr and Vivian Villarreal “The Texas p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–4 p.m.), through all — Doug Hoppe, Director of Tornado,” will roll into the Hard Rock Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.tick- Happenings at the Marketing Hotel & Casino for Cuetec® Cues Florida etmaster.com or by calling (954) 523- ? Classic Dec. 2–5. 3309 in Broward, (305) 358-5885 in Seminole Coconut Creek The Midwest Classic Champion Miami-Dade or (561) 966-3309 in Palm and number-one ranked Allison Fisher Beach. Casino in November “Duchess of Doom” will go head-to-head The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel for some exciting action against the likes & Casino is South Florida’s leading enter- Nov. 5: Comedian Lewis Black of Karen Corr, U.S. Open and 9-Ball tainment destination, with an average Nov. 6: “Disco Divas Reunion” featuring the champion; fourth-ranked Jeanette Lee and daily payout of $5.9 million at its First Ladies composed of members from several 1970s Seminole Indian Tribe of Florida spon- 130,000-square-foot casino that features super-groups, including Chic (“Le Freak” and “I Want sored Vivian Villarreal. live action poker and the most popular Your Love”), Sister Sledge, (“We Are Family” and Tournament play occurs in the gaming machines, including “Wheel of “He’s The Greatest Dancer”), and singers Anita Ward club, Thursday and Friday Dec. 2–3 from Fortune,” “Little Green Men,” and (“Ring My Bell”) and France Joli (“Come To Me”). 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and 6 p.m.–11:30 p.m. “Blazing 777.” Dec. 9: Back by popular demand The with doors opening at 9 a.m.; Saturday The 500-room hotel offers sever- Chippendales all-male review. Dec. 4 at 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., with al restaurants and lounges, a 16,000- We’ll be giving away 1,000 turkeys to our VIP doors opening at 2 p.m. and Sunday Dec. square-foot grand ballroom, a full-service, customers on Nov. 21 from 2 p.m.–8 p.m. 5 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 European-style spa and an adjacent com- p.m., with doors opening at 10 a.m. plex of shops, restaurants and nightclubs. Tickets went on sale Friday Oct. The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel Singer/Songwriter Lee 29 at noon. Prices are $10 for general & Casino is located on State Road 7 (U.S. admission and $20 for VIP on Thursday 441) just north of Stirling Road in Greenwood Celebrates and Friday and $15 for general admission Hollywood, Florida. For more informa- and $30 for VIP on Saturday and Sunday. tion, call (954) 327-7625. Veterans Day with Patriotic Concert at Hard Rock Celebrate Native American Day at UM Submitted By Julianne Carelli HOLLYWOOD — Join singer/songwriter Festivities will take place mic event for all to share their expressions Lee Greenwood in celebrating Veterans Day with a Tuesday Nov. 16 at the University of through storytelling, poetry, song and/or free patriotic concert at the Hollywood Seminole Miami. Schedule of events: 10 a.m., wel- dance. Interested parties, please contact Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on November 11. begins come from the office of admission, 11 Kandice Ezell at [email protected] or at 7 p.m., and is free and opened to the public. a.m., optional campus tour, 12 p.m., lunch (305) 284-5714. Best known for what has become one of hosted by UM, group performances For details and to RSVP for the the most recognizable patriotic songs in the nation, including Inca Spirit, and 2 p.m., spoken tour and lunch, please contact Nikki Chun “God Bless the USA,” Greenwood is one of the word event “Share your Peace.” in the Office of Admission at most acclaimed artists internationally. Greenwood’s “Share your Peace” is an open [email protected], or (305) 284-5722. new album, “Stronger Than Time,” is his 24th album. His earlier songs including “It Turns Me Inside Out,” “Ring on Her Finger,” “Time On Her Tickets on Sale Friday Nov. 5th Hand,” and “Ain’t No Trick” became hits in the country music industry. Greenwood has won numerous awards for Shows by Hall & Oates including the Country Music Association’s Male Vocalist of the Year Award, a Grammy for Best Or call Dora Bell, Higher Education Advisor (954) 284-5714. By Gary Bitner In The Shadows Of Love,” “I’ll Be Male Country Vocal Performance, the American HOLLYWOOD — Tickets go Around,” “Use Ta Be My Girl,” and Country Music Male Vocalist of the Year award and on sale Friday Nov. 5 at noon for two “Rock Steady.” Amazon.com says it “can't Song of the Year by the Country Music Association December shows by Hall & Oates–includ- miss.” for penning the words and music to “God Bless the ing a New Year’s Eve Show at the Tickets are $75 for the Dec. 30 USA.” Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The show and $150 for the New Year’s Eve The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino shows are slated for Thursday Dec. 30 at show. Seats are reserved and may be pur- is South Florida’s leading entertainment destination, 9 p.m. and Friday Dec. 31 at 10 p.m. chased at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel with an average daily payout of $5.9 million at its Daryl Hall and John Oates are & Casino Box Office, open Tuesday 130,000-square feet casino that features live action the most successful recording duo in his- through Saturday from 12 p.m.–7 p.m. poker and the most popular gaming machines, tory, selling more than 40 million albums and Sunday from 12 p.m.–4 p.m. including Wheel of Fortune, Little Green Men, and and landing 29 singles in the top 40. Their Tickets also are available at all Blazing Sevens. string of major hits dates to the ‘70s and Ticketmaster outlets and online at The 500-room hotel offers several restau- includes “She’s Gone,” “Sara Smile,” www.ticketmaster.com. Charge by phone: rants and lounges, a 16,000-square foot grand ball- “Rich Girl,” “Kiss On My List,” “Private Miami-Dade (305) 358-5885, Broward room, a full-service, European-style spa and an Eyes,” “I Can't Go For That (No Can (954) 523-3309, and Palm Beach (561) adjacent complex of shops, restaurants and night- Do),” “One on One,” “Maneater,” “Out of 966-3309. clubs. Touch” and “Do It For Love.” The show is scheduled for The The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Originally from Philadelphia, Club at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & is located on State Road 7 (U.S. 441) just north of Penn., Hall & Oates launched a new Casino. Doors open one hour before each Stirling Road in Hollywood, Fla. For more informa- album on Oct. 26. “Our Kind of Soul” show. Tickets are available at Will Call tion, call (954) 327-7625 or Julianne Carelli at (954) includes timeless classics like “Standing two hours before each show. 327-7504. Seminole Tribe Events Calendar

18th Annual IAC Symposium @ Hollywood Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

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Veteran’s Day American Indian Arts Celebration Celebration at Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Big Cypress Entertainment Armistice Day, Complex 1918 7 8 910111213Veteran’s Day New Moon

American Native Indian Arts American Celebration Day at at U.M. Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki First Quarter Lincoln delivers Battle of Wahoo NAGPRA signed Gettysburg Address, 14Swamp, 1836 15into law, 1990 16 17 181863 19 20 Trail Indian Baptist Thanksgiving Thanksgiving in Immokalee Dinner at the Gym all invited (Burning of the Full Moon Fowltowns) First Seminole War Charlie Emathla begins, 1817 21 22 23 24Thanksgiving Day 25executed, 1835 26 27

Billiards Florida Diabetic Fall Classic Carnival WPBA Hollywood Nov. 29 - Dec. 5 Field November Coacoochee escapes 28from Fort Marion, 29 30 1837 The Seminole Tribune 7 November 5, 2004

The Basics of Booster Seats By Officer Angie Margotta results were often tragic. I know, I know. Getting a six year old, who Booster seats rise children up off the seat to has been riding in the car like a “big kid,” back into a position them in adult belts properly. These special child seat is no easy task. But now there’s consider- seats are recommended for kids who weigh 40–80 able evidence that keeping older kids in booster seats pounds and are intended for use in the back seat of until they reach a small-adult size reduces injuries vehicles that have a three-point lap/shoulder belts. and saves lives. Children can usually safely use adult belts in When children wear adult safety belts too the back seat once they reach a height of four feet soon, their internal organs can be injured if the belts nine inches and weigh 80 pounds. Remember, chil- ride up and slice into their stomachs in a crash. If dren younger than 13 should never ride in the front shoulder belts are put behind their backs, their torsos seat of a car that has air bags. can jackknife forward, increasing the chance of head Booster seats are available at many major and abdominal injuries. department stores that carry children’s products. If More than 80 percent of four–eight years in you have any questions or concerns, please feel free 30,000 car crashes studied by State Farm Insurance to contact Seminole Police Department Officer Angie and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia were improp- Margotta at (954) 967-8900. erly restrained in adult-size safety belts. And the Rez Hosts Potluck Dinner and Fire Safety Presentation

By Billie Napper should ever go back into a burning IMMOKALEE — On building. Barbara Boling Wednesday Oct. 20, the Immokalee reser- Logan emphasized that there Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute staff and the mobile mammogram bus. vation had its potluck dinner at the gym is no belonging worth risking your with a presentation by the Seminole life, and that it is the Fire Fire Department on fire prevention Department’s job to go in and get and safety. Various community mem- people out. The fire fighters are bers brought home-cooked food for equipped with breathing equipment, Brighton Clinic Sponsors Breast the potluck dinner. which is critical since most fire Fire Inspector Dave Logan related deaths are really due to stressed the importance of having smoke inhalation. Cancer Awareness Luncheon smoke detectors and making sure The two fire fighters, they are in working order. This Michael Mirabile and George By Susan Etxebarria means if the smoke detector is bat- Auscencio, showed the children how to BRIGHTON — “The second lead- tery operated, the batteries should be use a fire extinguisher to make it the ing cause of death among Native Americans replaced twice a year. most effective. They also allowed the is from Cancer,” said Marlene Rivera, com- He suggested replacing the children to use the fire hose so they could munity outreach worker for the Moffitt batteries when you set your clock ahead see the strength of the water. After the Cancer Center & Research Institute. “There or back. Logan also encouraged commu- presentation, all the junior firefighters were are five breast cancer survivors among the nity members to review their escape plan and make given fire hats, which they wore proudly. Brighton community, which is quite a few for sure all children know the escape plan and a desig- The community potluck dinners have been a community this size.” nated meeting place, so it is easy to verify that every- well attended and seem to be fun for the community Rivera, and her medical associate one is out of the house. He reiterated that no one members who participate. Aileen Rodriguez, came from their Tampa offices to talk about a serious health problem that scares most women. They spoke with Brighton women, and a few men, attending Do you feel like you eat way too much during the holidays? the Oct. 7 Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon hosted by Brighton Health Clinic to encourage Seminole women to learn about detecting breast cancer early. Do you get those holiday blues? “This is not to instill fear. This is to instill knowledge,” said Rivera. “With cancer, we do not have any signs until it is advanced Do you need motivation to workout? so that is why early detection makes a differ- ence.” She added that breast cancer is one disease that can be diagnosed early enough to You are officially invited to join us for save lives. The goal of the invited speakers Health’s Holiday Wellness Program beginning November 22! from this prestigious Tampa clinic was to convince Brighton women of all ages to take mammograms yearly and do self-check ups You’re gonna love it! monthly. “We know that early detection of Small Steps, Big Rewards cancers saves lives. Among minority women, whether they are Indians or Hispanics, one of Barbara Boling the things we find is that the survival rate is Leanna Billie learns some important facts at the luncheon. less because they catch it late,” said Rivera. She said 80 percent of tumors found For more information, please contact your reser- are not cancerous. However, breast cancer is the most sheets and materials while the excellent meal was commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the served to a full house. They also demonstrated how vation’s nutritionists: U.S. Rivers added that as a woman ages, her risk of to do a monthly breast self-examination. Hollywood: Doris Nicholas-Mir (954) 962-2009 “With cancer you do not have any signs breast cancer increases. Big Cypress: Cari Saldin (863) 983-5798 At the luncheon, the speakers from Moffitt until it is too late so that is why early detection Cancer Center & Research Institute handed out facts makes a difference”, said Rivera. Brighton: Beth Skinner (863) 763-0271 To assist Brighton women, the health clinic had arranged for Immokalee: Charlotte Porcaro (239) 657-6038. Moffitt’s mobile mam- mogram bus to come with their x-ray techni- cians to take exams right there in the clinic’s park- ing lot. By noon, 23 women had taken advan- tage of the opportunity to get checked and protect their health. This extremely interesting event was organized by Brighton Clinic Health Educator Barbara Boling as a Breast Cancer Month activity. If you missed this vital information and want to learn what you can do to practice early cancer detection, please contact Boling at the Barbara Boling Brighton Health Clinic at Addie Osceola (center) with Moffitt Cancer Treatement Center out-reach staff. (863) 763-0271. Beware of E. coli, a Food Bourne Illness By Hristu Chepa, Environmental Health Specialist pressure, seizures, blindness, paralysis, and bowel E. coli is an illness that affects hundreds of removal is experienced in this sensitive group of peo- Americans every year. The name E. coli refers to the ple. Escherichia coli bacteria. Although most E. coli lives Despite the dangers of this illness, the pre- in the intestines of healthy humans without any dan- vention can be executed with a little knowledge. ger, a specific strand of this bacterium does cause ill- Ground beef should always be cooked until it reaches ness. 160 degrees Fahrenheit, or if a thermometer is not The strand that has brought all the attention available, until the meat is completely brown. to this bacterium is the E. coli O157:H7. According However, note that one in four hamburgers brown to Center for Disease Control (CDC) this strand caus- before it has cooked to a safe internal temperature. es about 73,000 cases of infection and 61 deaths in Purchasing a thermometer will ensure the the U.S. alone. recommended 160 degree temperature is reached and E. coli O157:H7 can be contracted from sev- bacteria are completely killed. eral different sources. The most common source is The consumption of non-pasteurized milk from beef. This organism is found in the intestines of and juices should be avoided. Always keep the raw healthy cattle and can contaminate the meat during meat away from ready to eat food in the kitchen to the slaughter. Other sources of contamination are avoid cross contamination. Hygienic methods, such non-pasteurized milk and cider, salami, sprouts, let- as washing and/or scrubbing hands for 20 seconds tuce, and swimming in or drinking sewage contami- with soap and hot water, should be practiced regular- nated water. E. coli can be passed from person to per- ly to avoid person-to-person spread of the bacteria. son if proper hand washing is not practiced. The detection on this infection can be easily E. coli O157:H7 infection most often causes tested at the doctor’s office. The patient should bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps. However, in request that a stool sample be taken if a sudden children young that five, elderly persons, and bloody diarrhea is noticed. However, only two to immunocompromised people, it can cause a more seven percent of infections lead to serious complica- severe condition called hemolytic uremic syndrome, tions. in which the red blood cells are destroyed and the Since the human body is equipped with an kidneys fail. excellent immune system, most people recover with- There are also long term effects due to this out antibiotics or other specific treatment in five to complication. In a small percentage of people that 10 days. have had hemolytic uremic syndrome, high blood The Seminole Tribune 8 November 5, 2004 Billy L. Cypress Honored At Sixth Annual American Indian/Alaska Tourism Conference

Adelsa Williams Doris Dolgner (second from left) and friends with their Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki guide and goodie bags.  Tourist Continued from page 1 Photo courtesy of Peggy Osceola She was also very excited to be (L-R) Sandra Necessary, Tom Gallaher, Jerry Rayala, Lee Tiger and Leslie Kedelty. able to bring her 14-year-old grandson along as it was his first visit to the U.S. and said he was “very nervous” during Submitted by Peggy Osceola for the warmth and hospitality extended to our fami- the first ever plane ride. GREEN BAY, WI — The development ly.” The next day, Dolgner and her department of Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, a member of Peggy D. Osceola, Development Specialist party were greeted by Cindy Malin, com- the American Indian/Alaska National Tourism of Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, presented a moving pres- munications manager and Tom Gallaher, Association (AIANTA), was a sponsor at the entation of Billy’s life to the conference delegates. Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum development and American Indian Tourism Conference on September Dr. David Gipp, president of United Tribes Technical promotions coordinator, who gave them 27-29, at the Oneida Nation Radisson Hotel and College in Bismarck, North Dakota, also spoke about their schedule of activities for the next Conference Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The his work with Billy on the AIANTA board of direc- few days. Oneida Nation, Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. tors. During their tour of the Big and the Native American Tourism of Cypress reservation the Dolgner party Wisconsin co-hosted the conference. were treated to various cultural activities, Each year the AIANTA starting with a tour of the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki organization strives to create a signa- Museum, airboat and buggy ride at the ture event where Indian tourism pro- Billie Swamp Safari, critter, snake, bird fessionals can gather to network, and alligator wrestling shows as well as develop their professional capabili- the night stay in the safari’s guest house. ties, share information, and leverage Conveniently for the Dolgner resources for tourism development in party, Buddy Novak of Gatortrax Indian Country. The tourism industry Adventure Tours was recruited as a trans- is a viable form of economic devel- lator during the tour. opment for tribal communities striv- At the museum the visitors were ing for economic self-sufficiency. each presented with a gift bag full of AIANTA attempts to expand Seminole goodies. They also enjoyed a Indian business opportunities in inter- few meals at the Swamp Water Café national and domestic tourism mar- where they got to try one of the native kets, promote potential benefits of items in the menu, the tasty gator bites. tourism to tribal communities, The Florida Seminole tourism expand a collective voice on Indian department sponsored the trip to promote tourism issues, create a unified effort travel to Fort Lauderdale and the and understanding for tourism within Seminole tribal landmarks. tribal communities, create a collabo- Billie Swamp Safari Marketing rative partnership between the Indian Director Lucy Evanicki said she considers tourism industry and the international these promotions very successful as they tourism industry to promote quality reach out to potential visitors to increase Adelsa Williams experiences and services to tribal Photo courtesy of Peggy Osceola traffic at the Seminole attractions and the The Dolgner party enjoyed their stay at the Hollywood lands, provide technical assistance to NCAI President Tex Hall spoke at the AIANTA conference. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. tribal groups interested in tourism development. As tribal nations, we have the unique oppor- Tom Gallaher, on behalf of Billy Cypress, tunity to participate in an industry where we can pro- accepted a prestigious award from the United States mote our cultural heritage, tribal homelands, entrepre- Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service, neurs, and enterprises to a worldwide audience with- an Export Achievement Certificate presented to the out compromising our traditional values. Seminole Tribe of Florida for Recent Some notable achievements for Indian Accomplishments in the Global Marketplace! tourism over the past year include the establishment The closing reception continued an AIANTA tradition of having next year’s host close out the conference. The closing reception was presented by the Seminole Hard Rock, 2005 Conference Host, to give a sneak pre- view of what’s in store for the 2005 conference in Hollywood, Florida. Ingrid A. Schenk, from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, coordinated the wonderful closing reception. A Kenney Rogers guitar and a Seminole vest were raffled off, as well as gifts given to AIANTA organization key staff. A local band played rock and roll music as the The Round Up is South Florida's attendees sampled some South Florida cuisine. An exciting video of number one country western nightclub the construction and clips of TV and restaurant. We're open Wed. through Sun., 6 p.m. to 4 news releases of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino was shown to a.m., with four full-liquor bars and seven gourmet dinners entice attendees to come to Hollywood, Florida for the next 2005 served all night. Sam Hutchinson AIANTA conference. With good food, great Miss Indian Nations XIII Bobbi Rae Sage greets members of Billy "The Seminole Hard Rock Cypress’s family. (L-R) Sonya Cypress, Agnes Motlow, Sally Hotel & Casino Hollywood is hon- music, a large dance floor, Buster, Diane Buster, Ms. Sage and Mike Metoxin, Oneida Nation ored to serve as the host of the 2005 of Wisconsin. AIANTA conference, scheduled for the best entertainment, Sept. 25–29, 2005," said Doug Pattison, President of Seminole Hard the most outrageous drink Rock Hotel & Casino. of the Oneida Tourism Department, Oneida, WI, the "We are confident that AIANTA members specials, and rooms opening of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will enjoy the many exciting activities on property, in Hollywood and Tampa, Fla., the See Native including the restaurants and shops of Seminole packed full of beautiful American Program at ITB-Berlin, Germany, organ- Paradise, Hard Rock Live, and the Seminole Museum people, a good time is a ized by the U.S. Department of Commerce, and the and amphitheatre. Our team looks forward to partner- Dine Tourism Corridor Project, funded by the Small ing with the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum in delivering a sure thing at 'The World Business Administration, Navajo Nation. successful and memorable conference next year," Some of Florida’s attendees were delayed by added Pattison. Famous Round Up". the recent hurricane Jeanne. Among them were Peggy Many excited Tribal attendees from various D. Osceola and Tom Gallaher. Osceola, of the tribes all over the United States commented that they Development Department of Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki have been waiting to come down to South Florida Museum, presented a slide presentation of Billy and now have a reason to! *Free entry with your Tribal I.D. Card Cypress’ life to the AIANTA attendees who have known Billy since the orga- nization’s inception. Many friends of the late Billy Cypress, including the for- mer President of AIANTA, gave gifts in his honor to members of his family who were in attendance. Billy was on the board of the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association since its beginnings in 1999, and served as president in 2002 and 2003. Members of Billy’s family included his daughter Sonya Cypress, his sisters Agnes Motlow-Billie and Sally Buster, and his niece Diane Buster. “I thoroughly appreciated meeting Billy’s associates and friends in Green Bay,” said Sonya Cypress. “Thanks to them The Seminole Tribune 9 November 5, 2004

John Thorpe Osceola Receives Student Award Penn State University By Linda Knee, Education Advisor HOLLYWOOD — John Thorpe Osceola, kindergarten student at Gloria Dei Lutheran Academy, has Offers Fellowship been awarded the academic and all-around student for the month of October. He had perfect attendance and excels in Submitted by the American Indian of induction services in the field. Spanish. Leadership Program Students will attend seminars, Osceola’s teacher, Ms.Talbot, said he comes to UNIVERSITY PARK, PA — take courses, and participate in intern- school with a smile on his face, and is Mr. Popularity. In Penn State University is offering gradu- ships that prepare them to be school addition to his school work, he will be starting tennis les- ate fellowship to American Indian and principals. Emphasis will be on being an sons this month. Alaska Native students interested in effective principal in schools that serve John is a very caring brother and watches over becoming school principals. Participants a large number of American Indians and his sister Faith Audrey Osceola who is in Pre-K 3. His dad will earn a masters degree in education- Alaska Native students. Leadership Gem Thorpe Osceola and mom Linda Osceola are very al administration with principlalship development will be a constant focus. excited about this award. certification. Induction activities during the third year The education department would like to congrat- The fellowships are affiliated will help ensure a successful and effec- ulate his parents, Gem Thorpe Osceola and Linda with Penn State’s nationally recognized tive transition from the Penn State aca- Osceola, who have taken an active role in his school American Indian Leadership Program. demic program to being a principal in a preparation. A solid foundation will benefit their son The program is supported by a grant school. throughout school and is reflected in his kindergarten per- from the U.S. Department of Education. Applications are now being formance. The primary purpose of this accepted for the 2005 spring semester. Congratulations go out to Gem Thorpe Osceola and Gem Thorpe Osceola project is to prepare American Indians The fellowships include a monthly Linda Osceola for their outstanding parenting skills; and John Thorpe Osceola displays his award with his teacher Ms. Talbot and Alaska Natives, throughout the stipend of $1,775 per month, dependen- of course John Thorpe Osceola for his outstanding per- and school Principal Robert H. Sanger. course of three years, to be affective cy support, tuition, textbooks and relo- formance. We look forward to many more. school principals in schools that serve cation allowances. significant numbers of Indian students. For more information contact Students will be recruited nationally and Dr. Tippeconnic, American Indian take principlalship jobs through out the Leadership Program, Suite 300 Rackley Debra Johns: Enjoying Life at the Library country. Building, University Park, Pa. 16802, or The three-year project will at (814) 863-1626 or [email protected] by By Susan Etxebarria the tribe. It is also the repository of rare at no expense to the tribe. The United include two years on the campus of e-mail. Dr. Susan Faircloth from the BRIGHTON — When Debra books found nowhere else. Methodist Volunteers in Mission that built Penn State University completing the American Indian Leadership Program Johns, 49, was hired in 1992 by her for- “We have a lot of Native the original library provided the addition. requirements for a master’s degree in can be reached at (814) 863-3775 or mer boss, Library Director Norman American learning and research materials The library also has eight internet connec- education administration with princi- [email protected] by e-mail. Tribbett, to work at the Billy Osceola and an extensive Seminole collection,” tions so computer technology is available plalship certification followed by a year Memorial Library on the Brighton Johns said. “Universities and libraries for everyone. Reservation, she never thought she would send researchers to us. We have quite a Johns said she is grateful for the end up running the library 13 years later. number of authors that have acknowl- wonderful staff that works with her at the After Tribbett retired, Johns was edged the library in their research.” library: Shirley Sampson, Denise promoted to head up the library. While What Johns enjoys the most is Girtman, Betty Billie and Willie Johns. she does not possess a degree in library exposing the children to the library and “It takes everybody here to run You’re Invited to Our Book Fair science like her colleagues at major public enthusing them about reading books. The this library efficiently,” she said. “Each By Yudit Lam, Branch Librarian Slope” by Lemony Snicket and libraries, has earned all the credentials school kids in the Pull-Out Program has their own library specialty.” HOLLYWOOD — Parents, “Hatching Magic” by Ann Downer. We one needs to maintain Johns is a mark your calendars so you will not would love for you to come and make this first rate library. graduate of Moore miss our Scholastic Book Fair. We are your choices in person. Learning on the job and Haven High School and celebrating “Read, White and At our book fair, we’re offer- attending many job-relat- was born and raised in Blue–Reading is All American” from ing you the chance to give the gift of ed conferences and semi- Lakeport, Fla. before Nov. 15–19 at the Dorothy Scott reading. You can share the joy of read- nars, Johns is now the marrying Norman. Her Osceola Memorial Library. ing with our special gift certificates assistant library director life in Brighton has Our book fair gives you and program. They are perfect for your chil- under the supervision of been a full and happy your children the opportunity to buy dren, teachers, and friends. Librarian John Frasier, one. As a family, they books and products at affordable prices. Our Scholastic Book Fair will who oversees all of the have been very You’ll enjoy all of the excitement. be a great event for everyone. We invite five libraries established involved in rodeos with Some of the books offered at our fair you to attend and look forward to see- by the Seminole Tribe of her kids excelling in the include “Duck for President” by Doreen ing you. Happy Reading! Florida. sport.In fact, her daugh- Cronin and Betsy Lewin, “The Slippery “The tribe has ter “Boogie” is compet- always been great organ- ing in the National ization to work for,” said Finals in break-away Johns. “I was green and roping in October. when I started, but I was With five Important Information for New given a lot more oppor- grandchildren, and one tunity than I would have on the way, she said she had working somewhere likes to sew for the and Expectant Parents else on the outside. This grandkids. Johns said is not a stagnant posi- she has always enjoyed Having a baby is a wonderful pending receipt of these documents. tion. I have been able to reading, books, people occasion. It is also a very busy time. Non-resident tribal members grow in a career; to have and kids. That is why Therefore, the health department would may telephone one of the health clinics real professional Johns is good at what like to remind you that it is necessary to request a registration package be growth.” she does. for you to register your newborn for mailed to them. Working for the When she health services as soon as possible after If you need assistance, please tribe as an assistant attends workshops and the baby is born. contact the patient services librarian has much per- Susan Etxebarria library conferences, she The payment of coordinator at the health sonal meaning for her. (L-R) Assistant Librarian Shirley Sampson and Assistant Library is surprised to discover the medical bills will be clinic in your area. The Married to Norman Director Debra Johns. that she does it all. delayed until the registra- patient services coordinator Johns and mother of While some librarians tion process has been com- will be happy to assist you three children, Norman specialize in certain pleted. Please bring the fol- and guide you through the Eric, Jo “Boogie” and Holly Osceola, she attend a history class at the library with areas, like being solely a children’s librar- lowing documents to one registration process. says as their own kids grew up they were Willie Johns on Fridays and the Brighton ian, she says that this smaller library has of the health clinics listed Here is a list of taught to value an education. Preschool Program brings the young tots made it possible for her to learn every below to register: Birth the reservation clinics and “I have always known that edu- over for a story hour almost daily. aspect of the field, from being a Certificate, Social Security contact persons: cation is the key to everything; to me the “We actually wrote into the researcher, a story teller, maintaining the Card, Seminole Tribe of Hollywood Health Clinic, library is a central key to getting that edu- library budget money to bring in a magi- catalog, to ordering the books, and more. Florida membership 3006 Josie Billie Avenue, cation,” she said. cian, a story teller, clowns form Lake “I will always be grateful to card/letter, and the parent’s Seminole Hollywood, Florida 33024, Karen Lee, Johns said there has been a Placid,” she said. “That’s the best part of Norman Tribett because he gave me a Tribe of Florida Membership card (954) 962-2009; Big Cypress Health “remarkable increase in adult use of the my job. Many kids I have had in the past chance,” she said. Since some of the required Clinic, HC61 Box 40A, Clewiston, library in the last 10 years” and that more for story telling are graduated from school Johns said once she apologetical- documents may be unavailable at the Florida 33440, Wendy Powers, (863) kids are coming to the library during the now.” ly told Librarian John Frazier that that she time of birth, the Health Department 983-5151; Brighton Health Clinic, summer months. Johns worked on the expansion did not have the degree. He replied to her, will allow registration of your newborn Route 6, Box 589, Okeechobee, Florida The Brighton library, founded in of the library when several years ago the “anyone who has worked in the library and will provide health services to your 34974, Gail McClenithan (863) 763- 1976, was the first branch established by 800-square foot addition doubled the size field as long as you have is a librarian.” child from birth to 6 months of age 0271. To All Seminole High School Seniors 2004–2005 Hollywood PAC Meeting Schedule The department of education invites you to a campus visit at Haskell Indian November 11 at 12 p.m. Meeting locations will be For more information on PAC Nations University. December 9 at 6 p.m. announced ahead of time. Please be meetings please contact PAC President Departing Date: Friday November 12 January 13 at 12 p.m. advised that sign in sheets will be col- Robert Frank (954) 914-0682, Vice Returning On: Sunday November 14 February 10 at 6 p.m. lected after the first 20 minutes of the President Janine Osceola (954) 605- We will attend a football game against Langston University March 10 at 12 p.m. meeting. 0868, Secretary Leah Osceola (954) Parents please be sure to sign 444-3900, or the education department April 14 at 6 p.m. up for volunteer work during the (954) 989-6840. For more information please call your reservation education advisor or May 12 at 12 p.m. Dora Bell, Higher Education Advisor, at (954) 233-9541 or (954) 989-6840, Ext. Halloween Carnival and Parent/Teacher 1311. June 9 at 6 p.m. Appreciation Dinner. The Seminole Tribune 10 November 5, 2004

First Annual PCA Rodeo and Barbecue/Chili Cook-Off By Judy Weeks mouth watering entries IMMOKALEE — The were ready for the Immokalee Seminole Youth and Livestock judges. It was a hard Ranch was the host to the First Annual job, but somebody had Professional Cowboy Association (PCA) to do it! Rodeo and Barbecue/Chili Cook-off on The judges, Sept. 17–18 at the John Jimmie Memorial Javier Jimenez, Tim Arena. As their first major production, it Lanham, Jean was a definite success. Martinez, George Activities got underway Friday Asencio and Judy evening at 6 p.m. with Noe Anzualdo and Weeks, were presented his Country Band entertaining the crowd with one rib at a time while watching the children’s foot race. from each entry and Approximately 30 youngsters entered the asked to evaluate it in arena and competed in three age groups secret. All of the for prizes. entries were extremely Two-year-old K. J. Davis was too moist, tender and had young to compete, but delighted everyone a flavor all their own. Judy Weeks as he ran the full length of the arena twice Some had sauce and Gary Mcinturff holds the winning chili cook-off trophy for trailing behind the racers and cheering for others relied on sea- his wife, Diane, as she accepts her ribbon and cash award himself. Each age group received awards soning to enhance that from Benny Motlow. through third place. flavor. The foot races were held again After careful consideration, the team roping: T.J. Smith/Blain Taylor, Saturday evening prior to the rodeo. Al winners were as follows: 1. Russell Chance Wright/Joe Hipp, Blain Curry served as announcer and assisted Spriggs, 2. Paulette Bowers/Ciscero Taylor/R.T. Harrington, Brent Judy Weeks Osceola, 3. Adam Sanchez. Aldoff/Ranch Brown, Danny (L-R) Susan Davis, Cris Marrero and Maria Billie enjoying a friendly game. When the decision had Garcia/Derek Davis; bull riding: Jake been announced the entrants were McIntyre, Cody Brugh, Buckshot identified for the first time. Despite Morrison. every effort imaginable they could The Immokalee Seminole Youth Scrabble Tournament not be persuaded to divulge their and Livestock Ranch and 4-H Club want secret ingredients. to thank the Immokalee Seminole Casino The chili cook-off had only and the Tribal Council and Board of the Draws Many Players one entry and therefore an obvious Seminole Tribe for making this weekend By Judy Weeks Jillian Rodriguez, Destinee Jimmie and conclusion. Diane McInturff took of activities possible through their spon- IMMOKALEE — The library Ozzie Holdiness, Dennis Gonzales. first place. The judges agreed that sorship. A portion of the proceeds was and education departments in Up Words this was unfortunate because after donated to the hurricane relief effort and Immokalee joined forces to produce a Grade 1: Lauren Pasada, tasting her chili, it was obvious that the balance went to the 4-H program. Scrabble Tournament on Friday Oct.15. Kenny Davis Jr., Nehi Roberts. she would have given any competi- Additional Sponsers were: B & L As hosts, they planned an educational, Grade 2: Alexis Jimmie, tion a run for the money. Hardware and Tire, Jack Queen fun-filled afternoon and evening with Vanessa Billie, Ashley Faz, Jade Tapia The PCA Rodeo was a two Construction, Inc., Spooner Insurance tables of Up Words, and junior, youth and Larissa Delarosa. day event that took place on Friday Agency, Inc., Langford Ford, Buddy’s and adult Scrabble games. Youth Scrabble and Saturday evenings The recreation department gra- Elementary, Table 2: Taylor with slack being run ciously funded the entire event. Boone, Jessie Holdiness, Troy on Saturday morning. Davidson. The PCA territory Elementary, Table covers the 5: Jennifer Holdiness, Trey Southeastern United Boone, Julissa Arreguin. States with approxi- Elementary, Table Judy Weeks mately 3,000 mem- 8: Chad Motlow, Jordan Russell Spriggs shows off his first place tro- bers. Marki Rodeo Rodriguez, Taylor Fulton, phy ribbon and cash reward in the barbecue Company was the Alexis Aguilar. rib cook-off. stock contractor for Middle School, the performance and Table 7: Jasmine Marty Johns is the Holdiness, Randy Osceola, Jaime Yzaguirre in judging the races. PCA rodeo producer in Tyler Davidson, Mallori At 7 p.m. a table was set up South Florida. Sanchez. beside the bleachers for a hot dog eating A special attraction Middle School, contest. Armed with a tray of hot dogs for both evenings was Judy Weeks Table 3: Joseph Rodriguez, and a bottle of water, the contestants were Damon Wilson, the 2003 Immokalee 4-H presents hurricane relief check to Bonnie Davis, Mela Billie, allotted two minutes to consume as many Southern Pro Bull Riders Red Cross representative Diane Martinez (center). Rebecca Osceola. hot dogs as possible. Funny Man of the Year. Middle School, They were divided into three age Wilson, who had come all Table 4: Spencer Jock, groups with the winners as follows: 6–9- the way from Osark, Ala. entertained the Home Furnishings #3, Florida Community Allen Venzor, Allen years-old: Jordan Rodriguez, Joshua audience with his antics and jokes both Bank, Florida Drilling, Inc., and Taps Hernandez, Cody Motlow. Puente and Kenny Joe Davis Jr.; 10–13 - nights. Automotive. Middle School, years-old: Kevin Chainey, Bonnie Davis The rodeo performance started On Oct. 15, members of 4-H Table 6: Anthony and Javier Avilla; 14–16-years-old: Josie with Junior East Indian Rodeo Club met with Diane Martinez of the Hernandez, Jessica Davis and Allen Hernandez. Association Queen Shelby Osceola carry- Immokalee Red Cross and presented her Osceola, Cassandra When the contest was over, ing the American Flag while the crowd with a check for $400 to assist the hurri- Judy Weeks Jimmie, Dee (Dante). everyone had come to the same conclu- stood for Johnny Cash’s rendition of “Old cane victims. Martinez expressed grati- High School, sion: no hot dogs for a very, very long Glory.” Former EIRA Queen Ayze Henry tude on behalf of the Red Cross and she Nehi Roberts checking out his favorite part of the Table 1: Mark Arriaga: time! led the grand entry parade around the offered her services to 4-H for future edu- Scrabble tournament. Jonathan Rodriguez, Josie arena. The cational clinics, which could include CPR Davis, Daniel Yzaguirre. announcer, Mike instruction and baby sitting protocol. Adult Scrabble, Barkley, kept the Youth Ranch Director Benny Because of the enthusiastic Table 1: Mark Jock, Gale Boone, audience informed Motlow was instrumental in organizing turn-out of contestants, organizers Maxine Jock, Michelle Osceola. both nights and the entire operation and supervised its selected the gym for the tournament. Adult Scrabble, Table 2: provided assistance production. The whole event could not The activities started as soon as the stu- Jimmy Wayne Holdiness and Maria to Damon Wilson have taken place without the volunteer dents returned from school and enjoyed Billie, Lorraine Posada, Susan while he enter- efforts of the 4-H participants and their a quick trip to the refreshments. The Davis. tained. parents. buffet table included pizza, pork and Adult Scrabble There Immokalee Council Liaison gravy, rice, fedeo, beans, and home- Table 3: Jamie Yzaguirre, were numerous Elaine Aguilar was extremely pleased to made tortillas. Norita Yzaguirre, Dennis Gonzales and entries in all cate- see the wonderful community involve- Librarian Cris Marrero moni- JD. gories with the fol- ment. Youth members operated the drink tored the events, distributed awards and Table 4: Ray Yzaguirre, Eric lowing results: steer facility and helped with the counter in the armed with a huge dictionary handled Grimaldo, Roy Garza Jr. wrestling: Omar concession stand. They collected admis- all challenges. Norita and Jaime Table 5: Cecilia Pequeno, Anito, Robbie sions, handled gates, helped with trash Yzaguirre, Gale Boone, Rhonda Nunez Jennifer Ramos, Lazara Marrero, Elsa Chalfont; break- pickup and ran errands. These fine young and Maria Billie helped set up the game Zamora. away roping: people provided an abundance of assis- tables and oversee the youth competi- Late Comers Table: Kenny Joe Judy Weeks Ashley Booth; girl's tance both days. tion. Davis and Mario Posada, Cris Marerro Damon Wilson, Souther Pro Bull Riders Associaion 2003 barrel racing: Lara The 4-H parents supervised the Results of the tournament are and Brenda Martinez. Funny Man of the Year, entertained the crowd with his antics Dewees, Andrea youth effort and volunteered in all key listed below. Top Scorers both on Friday and Saturday. Cannon, Ashley positions. They accepted responsibility for Junior Scrabble Youth: Joseph Rodriguez. Reed, Jamie Long; food preparation and supplied adequate Kindergarten: Jon Jimmie, Adult: Cecilia Pequeno. Saturday morning at 10 a.m. the bareback racing: Steve Vause, Heath help in the concession stand and worked Barbecue/Chili Cook-Off got underway. Crum, Thomas Raulerson; saddle bronc as custodians on the grounds. Each contestant provided their own grill, riding: Issac Diaz, Andy Neil. calf roping: meat and condiments. By 1 p.m. the Clay Loftos, Gene Fulford, Kevin Peaden; Annual Native American Sports Association Meeting Replays By Felix DoBosz was dedicated to a proposal for expansion tribes have to be federally recognized to HOLLYWOOD — The to more tribes and more sports activities, join the association and other eligibility Seminole recreation and sports depart- such as volleyball and soccer, since they requirement issues. After these issues ment held their annual conference and seem to be increasing in popularity. Some were presented and discussed with many board meeting for the Native American of the other topics of concern included viewpoints considered, they took a vote Sports Association (NASA) and Native voting on eligibility rules and establishing from the board members. American Youth Organization (NAYO) on and enforcing a uniform code. After all the business had been Oct. 8 at the Seminole concluded, Moses Hard Rock Casino & Jumper Jr. introduced a Hotel. The sports commit- video called “Biggs, tee is made up of five dif- Bloopers, Blunders and ferent tribes, which make Wrecks,” created by the up the board. They belong Seminole broadcasting to NASA, who gathered to department. It included discuss business issues fac- several video clips of ing the association. live action rodeo shots. Moses “Bigg The footage included Judy Weeks Shot” Jumper Jr., Bo youngsters riding on top (L-R) Mark Jock, Maxine Jock, Gale Boone and Michelle Osceola were just Young, Stan Frischman, of fast-charging mutton some of the competitors who came out to play Scrabble. and Steve Young from sheep, and showing a sports and recreation acted few of their tumbles. as principles, hosting this Then it was annual sports association time to show the big conference. bull riders and bronco- Upcoming “Unifying our busters performing like tribes through athletics” Felix Dobosz real champions do at the Southeastern was the motto of the five (L-R) Recreation Department employees Bo Young, Stan Frischman big rodeos, only there tribal board member and “Bigg Shot” Jumper Jr. at the sports association meeting. were more big chills, groups assembled at this thrills, and spills. These Circuit Finals year’s meeting, represent- videos were especially ing the Cherokee, Choctaw, Poarch Creek, Some of the invited guests from entertaining because the soundtrack that Rodeo Seminole and Seneca tribes. the Hollywood recreation department was chosen was superb and matched the The morning meeting generated spoke to the sports association board action of the rodeo video clips. Reminder to every- discussions on NAYO events and fol- members about the coaching and adminis- After the conclusion of the video, one, the Southeastern Circuit lowed in the afternoon with NASA events. trative activities they enjoy performing that everyone attending seemed to enjoy, Finals Rodeo will be held Most of the discussion focused on rules, daily on behalf the Seminole Tribe of it was decided unanimously by the board Nov. 12–14 at the Fred Smith schedules and logistics for sporting tour- Florida. to adjourn until the next meeting, which Arena on the Brighton naments sponsored by this sanctioning Another big topic for NAYO will be held in Alabama, in Oct. 2005. Reservation. body. was: What should youth sports focus on? A considerable amount of time Moses Jumper Jr. discussed how The Seminole Tribune 11 November 5, 2004

Michael Kelly Ready, set, hike! The Seminole Panthers take on the Miami Dolphins. Seminole Flag Football Team Shows Promise By Michael Kelly PEMBROKE PINES, FL — With the help of head coach Terry Tartsah and his assistant coaches, the Seminole Panthers flag football team is off to a running start. The eight-game season begins in October and runs through late-November. This collection of young foot- ball players is poised and eager to show off their football skills to family and friends. The team plays in the Pasadena Lakes Optimist League in Pembroke Pines. The finely manicured field is located about 10 minutes from the Hollywood reservation and is a great place to watch the children play. The team currently wears the blue, black and white trimmed uni- forms of the NFL's Carolina Panthers, the Super Bowl runner-ups from last Michael Kelly season. Next year, the teams will Patricia Wilcox with son Neko Osceola (left) and Ethan Cypress. switch to college uniforms, and guess what uniforms the Seminole players have chosen? The Florida State Panthers are: Ethan Cypress, Rayce Noah, Neko Seminoles of course! Osceola, Cameron Osceola, Kenny Descheene, The team is made up of 16 children, ranging Devan Bowers, Ty Pierce, Whiteriver Dillon, Kyler in age from 6-8-years-old. The 2004 Seminole Bell, Tous Young, Rhett Tiger, Luke Baxley, Timmy Cox, Dorian Jumper, Eden Jumper, and Tyson Osceola. Neko Osceola played a terrific game, scored two touchdowns. The speedy running back raced 35 yards for one score and seven yards for another. Patricia Wilcox, Neko’s mother, was even more excited after her son scam- pered to the end zone. “Neko loves all sports,” Wilcox said. “He plays football, bas- ketball, and baseball. He’s fearless out there on the field and really enjoys it.” Although the Panthers come up a little short in this particular game, coach Tartsah was encouraged at what he saw. “I’m proud of all of you tonight,” said Tartsah. “You played hard and didn't give up.” If you are interested in watch- ing these young gridiron stars play, Michael Kelly please contact Coach Terry Tartsah at Cheering on the Panthers. (954) 605-5098 for the team’s schedule.

Michael Kelly The Panthers get ready to call a play. 2005 Rodeo Queen Candidates Sought For Championship Rodeo Submitted By Susan Neuman rodeo parade, and all Homestead Rodeo Association HOMESTEAD FL — The Homestead events all year until a new rodeo queen is chosen the Rodeo Association invites girls to throw their following year. Stetson in the arena to compete for the rodeo Organizations sponsoring rodeo queen title for the 56th Annual queen hopefuls will receive 10 per cent of Homestead Champion Rodeo. their candidate’s ticket sales. To be eligible, rodeo queen “We like to encourage clubs, must be between 15–21 years of age. civic organizations and other non- Sign-up day will be Saturday Nov profit organizations to sponsor a can- 13, between 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Doc didate,” Tyre said. “This is an excel- DeMilly Rodeo Arena at Harris lent way for them to raise funds and Field, U.S. 1 and SW 312 Street. help their girls.” Rodeo Queen Contest In addition to reigning over Coordinator Brenda Tyre will be avail- the rodeo events, the winner receives able to interview candidates and answer scholarship money, a trophy belt buckle, questions about the contest. western clothes, jewelry, and flowers. The candidate who sells the most For more information call Brenda advanced tickets to the rodeos on January 28, 29, and Tyre at (305) 247-3515. 30 is named rodeo queen and reigns over the rodeo, The Seminole Tribune 12 November 5, 2004

By Judy Weeks ment must be IMMOKALEE — Rodeo contracted. Call- has had deep roots in the histo- ins take place a ry of Native Americans for the week prior to the show in order chute checking every rider. He past hundred and fifty-plus to establish a program. and his men work like a well years, and the Seminoles are no Finally the big day oiled machine, anticipating exception. Some of the Creeks arrives and the semi-tractor each other’s actions. I would who migrated south into trailers roll in with the livestock. hear him shout orders only to Northern Florida acquired a few In many cases a public address see that the job was already cows along the way and began system and electronic score- half done. to make good use of the wild board must be set up. Sign up All the activity was not Spanish Cracker Horses. and entry fees must be tabulat- outback. In the arena the pick Unfortunately, as they ed and numbers are drawn to up men were hard at work, were driven further into the determine which animals will helping the riders and clearing swamps of South Florida by the compete with each contestant. out the livestock. The clowns, encroaching white settlers, they Tack must be checked and John Copsey and Clint Howard, had to either abandon or eat the rechecked to prevent as many were running their legs off, majority of their livestock. By accidents as possible. Safety is dodging from side to side the end of the Seminole Wars, the primary issue. blocking the fallen riders. Arena those still remaining in Florida While the audience is help were setting up barrels, were living in small villages in filling the bleachers, the rodeo operating the heading and strip- Judy weeks ping chutes as well as pushing Marki Rodeo Company Staff prepare a bronc for the arena the swamp lands from Lake crew and participants gather Okeechobee south and were behind the arena for a few up cows. scattered across the water words of inspiration from a During an intermission, I world of the Everglades. preacher, Cowboys for Christ or had an opportunity to interview Cattle re-entered the local layman. They ask God for Brighton's, Sidney Gore. As a Seminole economy during the his protection for not only the veteran bronc and bull rider, he 1920s and slowly grew in riders and livestock but the has seen it all. I couldn’t help importance during the next 40 audience and a safe trip home but inquire why he would leave years. Herds were established for everyone. the safety of the ground to ride at both Brighton and Big The enter- Cypress reservations. tainment gets Meanwhile, Seminoles from underway with the Immokalee, Hollywood, Ft. national anthem or Pierce and the Tamiami Trail a patriotic song, often left their homes to sup- carrying of the flag port their families by working and the grand as cowboys on some of the entry parade of larger ranches in south Florida. participants. Prior Today, the Seminole to the rodeo Johns Tribe’s cattle herds are recog- placed me in the Judy weeks nized throughout the U.S. for capable hands of Paul Bowers Jr sets the flank strap as the rider adjusts their superior quality and bring his assistants, his rigging in the bull competition top prices at the market. Sonny Whidden, During the time before Bobby Yates and fast moving vehicles, mass Joey Sullivan. transportation, movies, televi- From my sion and the many new forms position on the cat- of entertainment that have walk behind the evolved across this nation, life bucking chutes, I took a simpler turn. Small com- was able to inter- munities gathered and devel- view and photo- oped competitions derived from graph the entire their daily livelihood. Out of this operation. I met Judy weeks need for people to socialize and some very polite, Smith is carefully lowered onto the bull entertain themselves, rodeo energetic and dedi- as Bobby Yates readies the gate. was born. cated rodeo enthu- Events were based on siasts, who one minute are on a wild animal determined to the skills developed while work- competing against each other plummet him into the dirt. He ing livestock, breaking and and in the next instant, are replied that when things are training horses and the physi- cheering for their competitors. right, it's a smooth ride. I cal competitive nature of What a brotherhood! looked at his wife in disbelief human beings. Crowds flock to They helped each other and she said, “It really is. He’ll Judy weeks rodeos across our nation filling prepare for the ride, lent equip- tell you about it.” Wanda Billie carefully tabulates the winner's points and the stands to watch the men ment where needed and assist- To summarize our con- prepares the payoff and women work hard to use all ed each other when entering versation, he explained riding their skills and timing to the chutes. As the riders hit the both broncs and bulls is all a achieve winning scores in each clay in the arena, the men matter of knowing how to ride. event. around me made sounds as You have to be relaxed, com- They laughed at the though they too had fallen. fortable and ride with the ani- clowns’ antics, many of them This fine group was mal. Don't fight him. It’s all in never realizing that his fast watching over me every inch of the timing. Let yourself become action and agility can often the way. I was leaning over a a part of him. When things are make the difference between a chute to photograph a rider right, you'll know it. He’ll talk to good exhibition or a tragedy in being lowered onto a bull, when you with his body. You can feel the arena. The clown's ability to the bull reared up in the air. his neck stiffen or head lower distract the livestock provides Suddenly I was shoved back- as he gathers his legs beneath precious seconds to the riders ward as a man dove in front of himself in preparation for a as they scramble to safety. me. Before I could catch my buck. Timing and athletic skills are balance a strong pair of arms If he strengthens one probably the most critical grabbed me from behind, side and fades on the other, movements within the arena. steadying me and a voice said, you know where you're headed Few people have any “You’re okay. I’m right here.” next. When his hip muscles idea what goes into providing a What a relief! bunch up, you know he’s going to come up. You have to know Judy Weeks couple of hours of pleasure and Just before opening the thrills for the crowd. The real gate in the bull rider's competi- when to ride and when to leave. Heath Crum checks his tack before mounting up in the show takes place behind the tion, an enormous bull went If you're going off, prepare for saddle bronc event scenes where the audience down in the chute pinning his the ground. never goes and the work begins rider's leg. I have never seen so He smiled and said, “If weeks in advance. Preparation many grown men move so fast it’s right, it’s smooth, real for a production of this size in my life. smooth. It’s just like calf roping. does not take place overnight. They flew over the sides When the calf goes off balance I had the pleasure of of the chute in one swift move- for just a second as his leg interviewing a tribal member ment. Two men worked to get moves back, you'll feel the shift from Brighton, Marty Johns, of the animal off the wall while in your rope. You have to act the Marki Rodeo Company. As another locked his arms around right away, sweeping him off the stock contractor and pro- the rider's chest. At the slight- his feet, before you miss your ducer of the PCA Rodeo held at est shift of the bulls’ weight, the chance. Your horse feels your the John Jimmie Memorial man snatched the rider into the movement and reacts like he is Arena in Immokalee on Sept. air to freedom. It took approxi- part of you and together you 17–18, he allowed me to view all mately ten minutes to get the complete the job. Timing is the phases of the operation on a bull back in position, after key and it becomes smooth, first hand basis. which all the rigging had to be real smooth.” Naturally acquiring and checked before the rider could It was apparent that he maintaining livestock for a proceed with his run. A young loves the ride and has devel- rodeo company takes consider- man's voice yelled over the oped the skills that make it all able time and requires continu- noise, “Come on. Let’s get this worthwhile. When the rodeo Judy Weeks al re-evaluation of the stock. show on the road.” was over and the crowd was Announcer Mike Barkley removes his hat in respect for Marki has its own herd of buck- Suddenly, it got so quiet headed home, the next phase the American and Seminole flags ing stock for the bronc events, you could hear a pin drop and a was beginning for Marki. In the some steers and the bulls. growl came from down in the announcer’s booth, Wanda Paul Bowers Jr. has chute. “If you're in a Billie and Sonya Maggard had joined Marty Johns in raising hurry…Bye. Before anybody been operating timers and tabu- some of the area's best bulls opens a gate, everything has to lating scores all night. for competition. In addition to be right if it takes all night.” Now they had to double the regular Marki stock, animals A few minutes later, I check their figures, record how such as sheep and roping said to the man next to me, “I the contestants placed and pre- steers are leased for the events see he’s still here. He must not pare the payback envelopes. to insure that each participant have been in a hurry after all.” The riders gathered for the pay- receives a fair opportunity to He replied, “Aw, he's off while the livestock was compete with fresh stock. new and got a lot to learn.” being loaded into the trailers for The rodeos are booked Then he laughed, “There’s a lot the long ride home. at least a month in advance and of teachers around here. He’ll There is one thing for the bookkeeping organized to be okay.” sure. If I were to enter rodeo cover events, registration and As the night wore on I competition, I would want to time sheets as well as awards watched Marty Johns compete know that Marty Johns and the and payback percentages. in the roping events as well as Marki Rodeo Company were Advertising for the rodeo must oversee every other operation there to see me through to the be arranged and flyers distrib- on the grounds. At one point, I end. And of course, never under uted to attract the competitors. watched him in a sweat soaked estimate the protective hand of Judy Weeks God! Jake McIntyre strattles the bull in preparation for his Arena help, announcers, clowns shirt with red clay streaks on winning ride and any additional entertain- his face move from chute to The Seminole Tribune 13 November 5, 2004

Seminole Hard Rock Holds Night of Championship Boxing Oscar De La Hoya tled by the retaliation and did not react as fierce as he came out, forcing the Presents: Boxeo De referee to stop the fight. Pawloski won his first match Oro by technical knockout in the first round. Warrior’s newly-signed By Adelsa Williams Welterweight Francisco Osorio from HOLLYWOOD — The Barranquilla, Colombia battled Steve newly developed Seminole Hard Rock Walker from Hannibal, Mo. After some Hotel & Casino in Hollywood hosted solid work, Osorio beat Walker by TKO another successful boxing promotional in round three. The overwhelmed event on Thursday Oct. 28 that was Colombian threw himself on the ground aired live on HBO Latino Boxeo de when the fight was stopped, realizing Oro, Spanish for “Gold Boxing,” box- he had won his first ever fight in the ing series. U.S. after just being here for two Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden weeks. Boy Promotions in association with Another Colombia native, Warrior’s Boxing Promotions, promot- Lightweight Felix Lora from Miami, ed the seven bout card that drew a mas- Fla. fought to a draw against Meacher sive crowd and brought much excite- Major from the Bahamas. Adelsa Williams ment to the fans. Canadian Cruiserweight Dale Welterweight Francisco Osorio from Colombia was deter- The announcer recognized the Brown defended his North American mined to win. Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Chairman Boxing Organization (NABO) title Mitchell Cypress, Big Cypress Council against Jermell Barnes of Rochester, Representative David Cypress and N.Y., to a match that lasted all 12 Hollywood Council Representative rounds. Adelsa Williams Max B. Osceola Jr. Brown is the North American Heavyweight Kendrick Releford wins by unanimous decision. The boxing event attracted Boxing Federation and NABO champi- many members from the World Boxing on and is ranked second by the WBO Organization’s (WBO) convention, and World Boxing Council (WBC). which was going on that week at the The main event featured Seminole Hard Rock Hotel. Mexico’s Super Middleweight Rene In attendance were WBO Arostegui against Kingsley Ikeke from heavyweight champ Lamon Brewster, Nigeria. Both fighters weighed in at WBO Junior Middleweight Champ 163 pounds, respectively. Daniel Santos, Welterweight Zab Juda, An even competitive match, Middleweight Daniel Edouard, both fighters landed their own combi- Heavyweight Lance “Mount” Whitaker, nation of jabs. Ikeke managed to cut International Boxing Federation (IBF) Arostegui over the right eye in round Light Heavyweight Champ Glen five, sending him to the canvas soon Johnson, Cruiserweight O’Neill Bell, after that. Referee Jorge Alonso stopped Adelsa Williams Daniel Ponce DeLeon, WBO the fight in the same round making (L-R) Bernard Hopkins, Max Osceola Jr., Oscar De La Hoya. Straweight champ Ivan Calderon, and Ikeke the winner by TKO. actor Steven Segal. Ikeke improved his record to Undisputed Champ Bernard 21-1 (11) and Arostegui dropped to 23- Hopkins and hall of famer Oscar De La 5 (20). Hoya sat side by side during the show. The co-feature was between The two fought a competitive match Kendrick Releford of Forth Worth, last September in a showdown in Las Texas and Miami’s Eliecer Castillo, Vegas, Nev. originally from Cuba. The opening bout was between This match was considered a Light Heavyweight Daniel Judah from slow dance, lasting the whole 12 Brooklyn, New York and Ray Barry rounds, of what was considered an even from New Brockton, Ala. Judah defeat- battle. The rage of both fighters was ed Barry by technical knockout in the clearly obvious when Castillo did not sixth round. stop hitting Releford with low blows In a four round bout, Junior after being warned twice by the referee. Welterweight Tom Mills of Vero Beach, Furious Releford over reacted by Fla. challenged Johnny Pawloski of punching Castillo after the bell rang in Philadelphia, Penn. round seven. Both fighters were penal- Mills came out of his corner ized for their conduct. like a pit bull with no bite, attacking Despite the busy last three Adelsa Williams Pawloski fiercely but was surprised rounds, Releford won by a unanimous Adelsa Williams Pawloski punishes Mills. when Pawloski came back at him land- decision with the scores of 116-111, Actor Steven Segal chats with a ring girl. ing blow after blow. Mills seemed star- 115-113 and 114-113.

Adelsa Williams Adelsa Williams Welterweight Steve Walker loses to Osorio by TKO in round three. Light-Heavyweight Daniel Judah from Brooklyn, NY defeated Ray Barry in the opening bout. Fourth Annual Adam C. Billie Memorial Basketball Tournament

By Kenny Bayon Lady Seminoles also competed in the action, the same two teams would meet up in the HOLLYWOOD — The Fourth Annual tournament, in which they received third place, championship game, were the Choctaw team Adam C. Billie Memorial basketball tournament losing to the Outlaw Women 32-17. JoJo Osceola would have a shot at revenge against the Canes. was finally held Oct. 22–23, 2004 in the Seminole led the Lady Seminoles with eight points. The However, this time the Canes would not underes- gymnasium. Due to a string of hurricanes and Lady Seminoles had better success against the timate their opponent, the canes romped the tropical storms, the tournament was postponed Outlaw Women in the first round of the tourna- Choctaw team 66-48. from its original August date. Hurricanes Frances, ment, beating the Outlaw Women 33-29, thanks to Tony Heard led all scores with a game- Ivan, and Jeanne prevented out of state players the great shooting of Mercedes Osceola. high 38 points, Marl Osceola added eight points, from making the original tournament deadline. Mercedes led all scores with 17 points. and Pete Osceola contributed seven points. The However, the postponement proved to be Here are the results from the women’s Canes walked away champions, as they used this well worth the wait, as tournament director Jason bracket: 1. Cherokee Women (North Carolina), 2. as a tune up for the upcoming NASA basketball Don Billie did an excellent job of recruiting new Outlaw Women (Florida), 3. Lady Seminoles tournament in which they will be defending their competition to Florida and challenge our men’s (Florida). title from a year ago. and women’s basketball teams. There were teams Men’s division: The men’s bracket Here are the results from the men’s in attendance from North Carolina, Mississippi, proved to be truly a classic, as each game was bracket: 1. Canes (Florida), 2. Choctaw Washington and Oklahoma. filled with intensity and breath-taking plays. The (Mississippi), 3. Ghost Dancers (Washington). The tournament got underway Friday Oct competition level was at an all time high with After attending this year’s Fourth Annual 22 and was filled with intense action, and exciting each game. There were nine men’s teams in town Adam C. Billie Memorial basketball tournament I games from start to finish. This proved to be one to participate in this long waited event, and once must say it couldn’t have happened on a better of the better tournaments of the year, due to the the action started each team did what they came to weekend, outside of the tournament there were new faces and great sportsmanship amongst the do. festivities taking place around the Seminole gym- players. The two-day event featured several high- The game that would eventually be the nasium to keep the fans around for the entire tour- lights on both the men’s and women’s brackets. talk of the tournament is when the Canes met up nament. Here are some of the highlights from the with the Choctaw team from Mississippi in the The festivities consisted of a barbecue tournament. second round of the tournament. Choctaw domi- cook-off and the Keith Osceola Car Show, which Women’s division: The women’s bracket nated the entire first half of the basketball game had an excellent turnout. All and all this was an was highly competitive, but was a breeze for the leading at halftime 27-15. The Canes scored two all-around great event, and I was honored to be a Cherokee women’s team. The Cherokee women field goals the entire first half and seemed to be part of it. Next year’s event is predicted to be just traveled to South Florida from North Carolina and headed to the loser’s bracket, but with a late surge as good. they made a huge impression once they stepped in the second half the Canes began to look like the Here are some of the featured basketball onto the court. They're average margin of victory team of old. tournaments, so you can some come out and sup- of 14 points throughout the tournament earned The game would go back and forth in the port your local Seminole athletes: Cindy Osceola them a first place finish. last seconds of the game until the Canes took a Memorial Basketball Tournament, Nov. 4–6, Although the women’s side of the brack- permanent lead in the closing seconds; the Canes Hollywood Holiday Basketball Tournament, Dec. et proved to be stiff competition, no one was able would escape the second round contest with a 48- 3–4, and Big Ballers Memorial Basketball to slow down the Cherokee women on their rout 45 win. Amos Huggins had a game-high 16 Tournament, Dec. 17–18. All tournaments take Micheal Kelly to the championship game. The women’s champi- points, Tony Heard added 12 points, and Marl place in the Seminole gym. Canes player Charlie frye goes up strong. onship game was between the Cherokee Women Osceola contributed 11 points. who defeated the Outlaw Women 41-30. After several games of gut wrenching The Seminole Tribune 14 November 5, 2004

Jaime Restrepo Jaime Restrepo Bikes lined up at the starting point–Everglades Holiday Park. These pre-ride snacks got participants ready for the memorial ride. Second Annual Jerry Micco Memorial Bike Ride

By Jaime Restrepo wife Loretta. Two Seminole police Lake Okeechobee’s eastern shore. the Big Cypress reservation and com- ried ample snacks, water and other FT. LAUDERDALE, FL — motorcycle officers escorted the riders Upon reaching the town of pleted the tour at Chairman Mitchell refreshments. More than 30 bikers converged at and provided traffic control. Okeechobee, the riders continued Cypress’s residence for a barbecue. The tour was approximately Everglades Holiday Park in Ft. Chairman Mitchell Cypress through the Brighton reservation before Various stops were planned 280 miles long as it circled Lake Lauderdale, Fla. on a beautiful, cool and Hollywood Councilman Max B stopping at the cemetery in Ortona, Fla. throughout the ride to allow for fuel Okeechobee and traversed through var- and sunny Saturday morning to partici- Osceola Jr. joined the riders at Holiday to pay their respects at Jerry Micco’s refills, and restrooms breaks. The ious counties. For anyone who enjoys pate in the Second Annual Jerry Micco Park. The bikers headed north on high- gravesite. Prayers were said and flow- weather stayed on the cool side motorcycle touring, this ride is perfect Memorial Ride. The ride was organized way 27, through South Bay, Fla. Belle ers laid in memoriam to Micco. throughout the day, perfect for a suntan way to visit Florida’s interior towns by Micco’s son Vince Micco and his Glade, Fla. and made their way north to The riders then proceeded to in total comfort. The chase vehicle car- and scenic roads.

Jaime Restrepo Jaime Restrepo Jaime Restrepo Jerry Micco’s memorial cake. Max Osceola Jr. getting ready to ride. Officer James Boudaux (center) briefs riders. The Seminole Tribune 15 November 5, 2004

Happy Birthday Poems Last to Leave Endangered Native Who is it that is the last to leave Maybe a hurt that still wants to grieve How far have we come, from days that have past Who is it that is last to leave Traditions and language it seems will not last Maybe a rock that will budge with anoth- For land that was taken, our ancestors fought proud er heave Now it's drinking, smoking and running with the wrong crowd Who is it that is last to leave But what we are now is a far cry from then Maybe a fool who wears his heart on his Just saying you are does not make you Indian sleeve We must learn our past and traditional ways Who is it that is last to leave And respect the ones' who got us here today Maybe a heart that wants to believe Teach our children to be proud and strong They will be the ones to carry on —Leslie J. Gopher When all elders are buried and gone

—George Barry Micco Copyright ©2004 George Barry Micco I Put Your Picture Away

I put your picture away All To Blame You ignore me Happy belated birthday Little In sweet memory it will stay As if I intended to bore you Dyami “Dee” Nelson on Oct. 8. Hope for Through the bad, our hearts still found I’m sitting here staring at these four walls How many times do I have to tell you whatever you wished for comes true. We time to play I can’t wait to get out before you get it? love you! Happy birthday sweet little I put your picture away Out into the world Pretty soon you’ll regret it Love, Shana Aquilah Balentine. You make us Should it speak, a thousand words it Will the storm clear up? (What they say never works) Momma Daddy Kayla Keyana so happy just having you around. We are would say Probably not for me (Can’t, won’t, don’t listen to what they Lance Hunter and Tehya so proud of you and can’t believe you You could turn night into day Cuz I have no such luck say) will be 3-years-old on Nov. 24. I put your picture away I just can’t believe we use to be so close (Lies to me they tell) 8-BALL, 9-BALL, SCREW- Love, When the stars are high, I can see your It’s not so simple, they say (I will never heal) BALL… No it’s Rita Ball. Happy birth- Mom Tasha Bowers, Dad Jerry face as I lay Talking won’t always help Never will you see the real me day to the world’s best daughter, sister, Balentine, Big sister Sierra, Big brother I say goodnight, even though you’re (What they say never works) It’s always hidden from the truth cousin and friend. We love you with all Ethan and Grandma Glynnis Bowers gone, it’ll be okay (Can’t, won’t, don’t listen to what they My appearance seems to fool you our hearts. I put your picture away say) Well that’s just great, so you can’t see the Forever, (Lies to me they tell) truth The Peanut Gallery —Leslie J. Gopher (I will never heal) Things will never be the same Happy birthday Uncle Troy What do they whisper to you about me? Don’t worry we’re all to blame and Egoosh. Everything’s gonna be alright Lots of love, For Sale Okay already I’ve began to lie —Brittany Huff The Otter Gang 1998 Yamaha Royal Star motor- I try to tell you about my life Eighth Grader, Ahfachkee School Happy 6th birthday to Kyrell cycle. 4-Cylinder 1,300 cc with 28,000 K. Josh on Nov. 19. I hope you have a miles. This collector's bike was last man- Strange Word He’ll do the rest great day. ufactured in 2000. Garage kept and I tried and failed, Pop, I did my best Love, includes all maintenance records. Has We are strangers, how could that be There are two things I’m proud of the Mom (Anna) won many trophies and comes with leather-like lockable side bags, two seats, Similar but with great indifference most and two windshields. $4,000 worth of Without you there would be no me My children and you Pop, I gladly boast chrome! Maintenance-free drive shaft. You wrote that we all make mistakes Doing my time, I recall your word Black studded seats, night purple LED Visualize your path A breeze in the wind an echo is heard lights, and new tires. $9,800 firm. Contact If it’s right, do what it takes Nery at (954) 232-5714. You say put your life in God’s hands —Leslie J. Gopher In Memoriam Dear Friends, Cypress, Cherelee Hall, Vera Herrera, We would like to thank the fol- Charles Billie Hiers, Carol Cypress, Patsy Happy birthday to Little Miss lowing people for their continued support Billie, Mary Jene Coppedge, Andy Shana Aquilah Balentine on Nov. 24. throughout Joe Don’s final 40 months fol- Cypress, Joe Benjamin Osceola, Jonah We can’t believe you are almost 3 years lowing his motorcycle accident and dis- Cypress, Brenda and Charles old. You are still grandma’s baby girl and abling injuries: Hummingbird, Marie Phillips, Paul Buster little princess. You are growing up so fast The biggest thanks would be to and each of the pallbearers; Max, James, and so beautifully. Chris O’Donnell, for her unwavering love Charles, Billie, Paul, Bigg Shot, Dave and We love you lots and always, and support throughout the most trying Nickolas. Grandma Glynnis Bowers and times anyone should have had to endure. your sister Siena Also, thanks go to the health department, Sincerely, including: Connie Whidden, MSW, Terry Mabel Frank, the Billie Family, We would like to wish our son Congratulations Sweat, Lisa Allen and Dr. Van Gelder, the Bilfie-Bevenue Family and the Matthew Osceola, Jr. a happy 4th MD. Even though you knew medically he DeHass Family birthday! was never going to really recover you all We love you so much. supported his every effort. In Loving Memory Love Mommy and Daddy Thank you insurance depart- Joe Don Billie ment–Mimi Sawabini, Angela Lambert, January 17, 1950—September 14, 2004 Happy birthday to Matt Cindy Cozier and their crew–for your I’m Free A.K.A. “Milk Weed.” We love ya, and continued efforts in keeping Joe Don’s Don't grieve for me hope you have a great birthday medical bills paid. For now I’m free Love, Your wife and son. Joe Don spent most of his last I’m following the path God laid for me days in and out of multiple hospitals and I took His hand when I heard Him call even a nursing home due to the complexi- I turned my back and left it all New Kids ty of his condition. Reflecting this is a I could not stay another day final thank you to the untold number of To laugh, to love, to work or play Doctors, Nurses, Nurse's Aides, Physical Tasks left undone must stay that way Therapists in and out of these hospitals I found that place at the close of the day who were not only there to help him in If my parting has left a void recovery but also maybe more important Then fill it with remembered joy became his friends. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; Ah, Then Joe Don died... yes Congratulations to our hand- We want to thank everyone for These things I too will miss some and intelligent son, Tony A. their help, time, and support to us, his Be not burdened with times of sorrow Tommie on your graduation from high family during our time of mourning. If we I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow school. You are the greatest Seminole forgot anyone please forgive us but know My life’s been full warrior in our time. We love you and are The Yescas family wishes to that we appreciated you being there and I savored much proud of you. You are a gift from God. congratulate Cuauhtemoc Alexander couldn't have done it without you. Good friends, good times, a loved one’s Love, Yescas on his fine performance in the The Chairman’s Office, touch Bryan and Mom Duke University Talent Indentification Chairman Mitchell Cypress, Hollywood Perhaps my time seemed all too brief Program (TIP) 2004 Seventh Grade Councilman Max Osceola, Big Cypress Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief Talent Search for Mathematically and Boardman Paul Bowers Sr., Hollywood Lift up your heart and share with me Boardman David DeHass Sr., Herbert Jim God wanted me now Tehya Leigh Howard was born Verbally Talented students, during aca- demic year 2003-2004. and Rainey Jim and family, Leoma He set me free Sept. 8. She was 7 pounds, 10 ounces, 19- Motlow-Poore and Dana Poore, Candy and-a-half inches. Proud parents: Larry While Cuauhtemoc was in the and Danielle Howard; Proud grandpar- seventh grade and attending American ents: Minnie and Jesse Howard, and Sam Heritage School in Plantation, Fla., he and Cindy Nelson. applied to the Duke University–TIP talent search. In doing so, he was required to take the ACT or SAT 1: Reasoning Test (college-entrance examination). To be eli- gible, the student’s minimum combined score would be no less than 1,010. After qualifying, students are invited to participate in summer programs in advanced studies at various universities such as Duke University. In 2004, there Congratulations to our daughter were more thsn 87,000 of the brightest Marlys Primeaux for achieving her seventh graders that applied from the diploma. You can accomplish anything region of 16 states. you want when you put your mind to it! In Florida, 10,002 students par- With love from your whole fam- Mitch and Brett Osceola would ticipated in the talent search. From that ily. number, 3,007 qualified for state recogni- like to welcome their new son Byron The Buster/Primeaux family Osceola to their family. He was born on tion. Cuauhtemoc was one of the students Sept. 19 and weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces. to receive state recognition during Duke He joins his big brothers Ryan and University’s TIP Florida Recognition Conchade Osceola. Ceremony held at Florida Atlantic University on May 21. After qualifying for the TIP tal- Lost and Found ent search, Cuauhtemoc elected to attend the Vanderbilt University Program for Found: Multicolor beaded bar- Talented Youth in Nashville, Tenn. during rette. Call SPD Officer Margotta at (954) the June session this summer. He success- 967-8900. fully completed the Biology course “Cells, Centipedes, and Centennial Park.” To our son and brother, Important Cuauhtemoc, we wanted to recognize your effort in taking the initiative to pre- Information About pare for the SAT test on the weekends when you could have been doing some- Submissions thing else; and for following through with When submitting a birthday, baby, or Congratulations to our daugh- the entire process even though you had marriage announcement, you must ter, niece and granddaughter Austina fell seriously ill for several weeks. It was include the names of both parents, Alexis Motlow upon her graduation from a challenging process and you managed grandparents, and/or other family mem- the Mel Blount School on Sept. 30 and to see it through. Your family is proud of bers. Also, please use the actual name of attendance at Southeastern Technical you and your accomplishments and the the person you are referring to. Include College. great job you did! your address so we can mail your photos Love, Love, back to you. Thank you. Bonnie Motlow, Jo Motlow Mom (Debbie), Dad (Gato), North, Onnie Osceola and family Brittany, Megan and Ryan The Seminole Tribune 16 November 5, 2004  One of the reasons for cher- Show ishing the car is that his father built the engine–a Buick 231 V6. Continued from page 1 Tony Bert recently rode his The colorful shirts that were handed out to custom painted Harley on a 300 mile participants in the car show were designed by trip during the Second Annual Jerry Delgado herself. Even her granddaughter got in the Micco Memorial Ride in early act, creating the drawing for the children’s shirts. October. He called the ride a “great “I asked my granddaughter Kailyn to draw experience.” something for the car show,” said Delgado. “I sur- Cody Bert entered his prised her when I showed the t-shirts with her draw- uniquely designed 2003 Harley ing on it.” Davidson V-Rod. The new look Betty Osceola, Maggie Osceola and Mabel motorcycle is unlike any other bike Osceola were just some of the talented crafters dis- Harley has produced. playing patchwork dresses, potholders, Seminole In the “Anything on dolls, and more. Wheels” category, young Marissa “I like doing the sewing, making shirts, Osceola captured first place with her dolls, and bracelets,” said Betty. “I can make a shirt rugged looking golf cart. with a patchwork design in a day.” After all the awards were Pat Bowers kept Betty Osceola company given out Delgado was finally able to throughout the day, and even helped out will some catch her breath, saying she was Michael Kelly sales. Mabel Osceola created some beautiful draw- “hanging in there.” It was long, Treasurer Mike D. Tiger displays his 1973 Pontiac Catalin 400. string bags with patchwork, and added she likes eventful day for both her and her sewing the patchwork the best. Mabel, who previous- family, but one that was extremely ly worked for the culture department, still volunteers fulfilling. there when she can. Once again, the Hollywood Delgado was especially happy for all the community paid tribute to Keith friends and family that assisted her, especially her Osceola. With more and more people brother Dan “Chucky” Osceola Jr. Michael Kelly participating in the car show, next “He really helped me out with everything,” Tony Bert stands with his custom-painted Harley year could be a tight squeeze out said Delgado. Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle. there in the baseball field. In fact, Delgado wanted to include a barbeque cook- Delgado is hoping that this ever off with the car show because her late son loved to growing memorial can take place at barbeque with friends. He was always ready to set up “Some of that old recipe is just as good the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & his grill and have tailgate parties at Miami Dolphin today as it was a long time ago,” he said. Casino. Delgado better start planning Second place went to Danny Jumper’s tangy now. ribs, while Keith Condon took third Top three winners of the place with a uniquely chili flavored Second Annual Keith Osceola entry. Memorial Car Show: Stock Car: 1. After the barbeque rib contest, Trudy Osceola, 2. Marlon Tommie, 3. it was time for the car show. Vehicles Mike Tiger; Custom Car: 1. Andre of all shapes, sizes and colors started Maharaj, 2. Mark Anthony, 3. arriving in the late afternoon. With Natoshia Osceola; Classic Car: 1. nearly100 entries, registration took Stephan Brown, 2. Peter Chevere, 3. Felix DoBosz more than two hours. Moses Jumper; Custom Classic Car: The popular Escalade. With a dozen and a half cate- 1. John and Debra Keenan, 2. John gories, needless to say judging the Spadone, 3. Charles Mione; Stock show was a real adventure. Some of Truck: 1. Ruggy Jumper, Bonnie Anthony Gentry, 3. Jason Dodd Tiger; Sound Off!: 1. the top autos Motlow, 3.Melissa Metcalf; Remus Griffin, 2. Marlon Tommie, 3. Antillis from show Custom Truck: 1. Moses Stockton. included: Mike Billie, 2. Chris T. Osceola, Tiger’s 1973 3. Robin Osceola; Classic Pontiac Catalina Truck: 1. Margaret bacon, 400, Moses 2. Moses Jumper; Stock “Bigg Shot” SUV: 1. Mercedes Osceola, Jumper’s 1955 2. Tasha Osceola, 3. Leslie Chevy 3100 Osceola; Custom SUV: 1. blue truck, Tony Tony Has, 2. Marlon Bert’s Fat Boy Tommie, 3.Remus Griffin; Michael Kelly Harley Low Rider: 1. Brian Barbecue cook-off winners: (L-R) Paul Buster, Danny Jumper Davidson Gambino, 2. Angel Roman, and Keith Condon with Vivian Delgado. motorcycle, and 3. Christopher Jones; a 1927 Ford Indian Car: Richard games, she said. Coup. There Osceola, 2. Joe Dan Thirteen participants fired up their grills in was even a fully designed Osceola, 3. Ruggy Jumper; hopes of being named the top griller on the Spiderman bicycle for sale, Anything on Wheels: 1. Hollywood reservation. Words like tender, sweet, with an asking price more than Marissa Osceola, 2. Paul smoky, tangy, and even citrus, were used to describe many cars alone are worth. Buster, 3. Melissa Metcalf; the tantalizing pork ribs. Stephan Brown, who Motorcycle Cruiser: 1. Paul Buster, who played music and then owns the antique Ford Coup, Cody Bert, 2. Tony S. Bert, tended to his ribs, won first place. He said he found said he spent ten years restor- Gwen Kennedy; the oak he used to barbecue with in Big Cypress. ing the one of a kind vehicle. Motorcycle - Sports bike: Buster added that he learned the art of barbequing “I could probably sell Felix DoBosz Moses Jumper: Bicycle: 1. Michael Kelly Actress/Comedienne Elaine Miles enter- Car show spectators saw a rare treat–this vintage from family elders. it for $60,000, but I love the Matt Westenhiser, 2. car,” said Brown. tained the car show crowd. 1927 Ford Coupe. The Seminole Tribune 17 November 5, 2004 Parent Advisory Committee Members Big Cypress every month at noon, unless an emergency comes up. Ahfachkee School PAC I committee officers There officers are: President Charlotte Burgess, Vice are as follows: President Alfonso Tigertail, Vice- President Rita Youngman, Secretary Stacey Jones and President Toi Andrews and Secretary Daniell Jumper- Treasurer Diane Smith. Frye. Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of the month. The next one is scheduled for Nov. 9, Hollywood followed by Dec. 14, Jan. 11, and Feb. 8. Please con- President Bobby Frank President, Vice tact Daniell Jumper-Frye for specific dates. President Janine Cypress and Secretary Leah PAC II: Public and Private Schools: Osceola. President Vera Herrera, Vice President Renee Tigertail, Secretary Cathy Cypress and Treasurer Immokalee Shelly Tigertail. Meetings are held the third Monday The officers are Acting President Rhoda of each month, alternating from 11 a.m. one month Nunez and Acting Vice President and Secretary Chris and 5 p.m. the next month. The Nov. 15 meeting is Marrero. They are in these positions until PAC elec- scheduled at the Learning Resource Center at 5 p.m., tions are held. Dec. 20 at 11 a.m., Jan. 17 at 5 p.m., and Feb. 21 at 11 a.m.. Tampa PAC Preschool: Parent Committee Officers Currently there is no one in Tampa. are as follows: President Cherelee Hall, Vice President Tommie Billie, Secretary Marissa Baker If you need any more information, please and Treasurer Nancy Ortega. contact Preschool Director Leona Tommie-Williams at (954) 989-6840, Ext. 1305 or Education Advisor Brighton Assistant Sharon Williams at Ext.1317. There meetings are held the first Tuesday of Why Am I Needed as A Foster Care Parent?

By Theodore Nelson and Anne Stephenson, Family as appropriate to that child’s tribe(s). Services Department How do I apply? Simply contact the family Many Seminole Indian families have strug- services department at (954) 964-6338 and tell them gled to overcome historical trauma as well as adjust- that you are interested in becoming a foster care par- ment difficulties resulting from negative boarding ent. Someone from family services will assist you to school experiences, urban relocation, or other life- complete a foster family home application and foster changing events. As a result, many Seminole Indian family survey. children are vulnerable to violence or neglect and What is involved in being certified? Once often require temporary placement outside of their the application is complete, you will be asked to homes until therapeutic intervention can take place. complete a hand screen for your fingerprints in the According to the guidelines of the Indian human resources department and complete a back- Child Welfare Act, a child placed outside of the home ground check. Background checks will need to com- should remain culturally “intact,” and active efforts pleted by all people living in your house over the age should be made to reunify that child with the natural of 18. parents. Until reunification occurs, you can provide a Also, the family services counselor must safe and loving home while encouraging strong ties determine that your home is a safe and healthy envi- to the natural family and traditional ways. ronment. This includes having a written disaster plan, Who can apply? Anyone can apply that is working smoke alarms, an agreement prohibiting the enrolled in the Seminole Tribe, or from other use of corporal punishment, and other similar American Indian tribes, regardless of religion, gen- requirements, all of which we will help you com- der, marital status, etc. We need homes, which will be plete. culturally supportive and make every effort to keep Open your heart and home to an Indian fos- the child engaged in traditional values and activities ter child today! Stamp Design Competition for Native Artists Submitted By Debra Utacia Krol Lands.” There is a design competition for the To enter your original artwork request com- “Renewable Energy on Tribal Lands” fund-raising plete information and application by email: postage stamp campaign. The chosen original artwork [email protected]. Please type "Stamp will be submitted with the application to the Citizens Design" on the subject line or mail your address to: Stamp Advisory Committee of the United States K. Clegg, CB 450 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309. Postal Service. Artwork must be submitted and arrive by Dec. 5. If issued, the proceeds from this stamp will For more information, please contact Debra fund scholarships and grants to Native American stu- Utacia Krol, Project Specialist, Arizona Commission dents working toward development of renewable of Indian Affairs, at (602) 542-3123. energy on tribal lands. The competition is open to all Web address: www.indianaffairs.state.az.us. Native American students across the country. The design theme is: “Renewable Energy on Tribal The Seminole Tribune 18 November 5, 2004

Red Ribbon Week Closes with a Bang

By Shelley Marmor BIG CYPRESS — On Thursday Oct. 28, mem- bers of the Big Cypress (BC) community, as well as tribal employees, gathered along Snake Road to watch the last Red Ribbon week event–the parade. The annual parade marked the end of a week’s worth of activities tied to this year’s Red Ribbon Week theme: “We are the Future, Let’s Make it Drug Free.” Parade Grand Marshall and BC Councilman David Cypress opened the parade. Cypress rode shotgun in a Seminole Police Department (SPD) Shelley Marmor vehicle screaming things The family services’s float carried messages of “Power” to stay drug free. to the spectators includ- ing “We need some donuts in here,” making his driver Sergeant Powell outside the BC Family Investment Center they tried Shelley Marmor Morris laugh. to get him to throw some money out, just as the other Preschoolers and teachers rode on the chickee-topped preschool float. Besides SPD, many other departments made parade participants had thrown candy and tangerines. floats and sent representatives to the parade. The avi- Needless to say, the driver did not throw any money ation department, family services, Seminole to the spectators. motocross, Hot Meals, Big Cypress Rock Pit, the Several tourists making their way to one of clinic, the preschool department, Ahfachkee School, the attractions had to stop at the arts and crafts store chairman’s office, cattle and range and the build- ing department, to name just some, also had floats in the parade. A special float was created for the old- est living Seminole, Tommye Jumper. The sign on the 101-year- old’s float–a magenta Ford Thunderbird–read “Ms. Tommye Jumper … Believes in a Drug Free World.” As emcee and Assistant Director of Recreation, Stan Frischman announced the arrival of the floats, many riders on the floats also threw candy into the crowd. One department thought health consciously and threw tangerines to the Shelley Marmor crowd instead. David Cypress (left) and Powell Morris rode in the first vehicle in the parade To accommo- Shelley Marmor date for the parade, SPD to make its way down Snake Road. The Ahfachkee school float promoted learning. had to close off Snake Road beginning at the Bingo Hall and heading west. The driver of a Brinks so the parade caravan could pass. They made the best security truck, as well as several other vehicles, head- of the situation, some of them even filming many of ing east on Snake Road towards I-75 got stuck the floats as they made their way to the stopping behind the parade. point at the Rodeo Grounds. As the Brinks driver passed the spectators The Red Ribbon: The Story Behind the Symbol Submitted by Family Services Department agents, Camarena’s battered body was found in a Enrique “Kiki” Camarena grew up shallow grave in Mexico. He had been tortured in a dirt-floored house with hopes and to death. dreams of making a difference. In honor of Camarena’s memory and Camarena worked his way his battle against illegal drugs, friends and through college, served in the Marines neighbors began to wear red badges of satin. and became a police officer. When he Parents, sick of the destruction of alcohol decided to join the U.S. Drug and other drugs, had begun forming coali- Enforcement Administration, his moth- tions. Some of these new groups took er tried to talk him out of it. Camarena as their model and embraced his “I can’t not do this,” he told belief that one person can make a difference. her. “I’m only one person, but I want to These coalitions also adopted the symbol of make a difference.” Camarena’s memory–the red ribbon. The DEA sent Camarena to The National Family Partnership work undercover in Mexico investi- organized the first Nationwide Red gating a major drug cartel believed Ribbon Campaign in 1988. Since that to include officers in the Mexican time, the campaign has reached millions army, police and government. On of children across the country. Please Feb. 7, 1985, the 37-year-old join the millions who have already Camarena left his office to meet acted in the memory and honor of his wife for lunch. Kiki and do your part to educate chil- Five men appeared at dren about the dangers of drugs and the agent’s side and shoved him the tragedies drugs inflict on count- into a car. One month later, after less men, women and children across a search by more than 500 the country. Shelley Marmor The Big Cypress Community Center float. Red Ribbon Week Poster Contest Held at DSO Library

By Tony Roberts HOLLYWOOD — On Oct. 25, the family servic- es deoartment held a poster contest in the Dorothy Scott Osceola (DSO) Library. The contest was held in conjunc- tion with the annual Red Ribbon Week campaign. The participants were instructed that they could create their own poster involving a drug free theme. The participants put forth a great effort in creating many different types of posters. There were partici- pants of all ages, and every- one had a very enjoyable experience. There were nineteen participants for the contest, and everyone was a winner. Each participant received a red ribbon T-shirt, as well as a gift bag filled with red ribbon materials. Family Services would like to thank all the participants of the poster con- Michael Kelly test. You all did a wonderful Whitney Osceola says no to drugs. job! The Seminole Tribune 19 November 5, 2004

Save-A-Life-Tour Hits the Rez By Felix DoBosz would be a great idea to bring something of this cal- HOLLYWOOD — Red Ribbon Week got iber to the reservation, it gives you a chance to see off to a fast and furious start on Friday Oct. 22nd in what it would be like driving while your intoxicated the Hollywood tribal auditorium. at the time of actually being sober, so we think this The highlight was a drunk driving, state-of- was a great idea to have the people of the reservation the-art interactive simulator that allowed partici- pants to actually feel like they are impaired while driving. Tribal citi- zens and employ- ees gathered around to try out this new popular attraction. The mes- sage was quite clear: drunk driv- ing prevention through education. While simulating driving while impaired, delays in reaction time are generated by slowing down driving mechanism functionality. The Felix DoBosz driver views an Ruggy Jumper takes the wheel in the drunk driving simulator. animated projec- tion of a typical traffic road on six 25-inch television monitors that experience it,” Tony Roberts, case worker and coordi- surround the driver's seat and display an incredible nator of Red Ribbon Week in Hollywood said. “The 225 degrees of vision. This allows the driver to feel simulator can create different weather conditions and they are actually driving on a typical road. traffic conditions as you would experience while As the simulator continues, its program, the driving.” steering wheel and foot Eric Bricker, Addictions pedals get a lot more Program Administrator for the difficult to control with Families Services Department, each passing second, agreed. until finally it ends in a “We have seen over serious accident as in time, a large number of drunk real life experiences driving fatalities on the different with impaired drivers. reservations,” Bricker said. “This Every driver is part of an ongoing effort by is given a simulated family services department to citation after their driv- raise awareness as to the dangers ing performance is of drunk driving in attempt to tar- evaluated. Most partici- get some of the younger tribal pants trying the five members to show them the poten- minute simulator tial hazards of drinking and driv- seemed to enjoy the ing.” experience, but there The Save-A-Life tour were a few people who will tour all Seminole reserva- complained of nausea tions during Red Ribbon Week to and could not complete educate citizens on the dangers of the course due to drunk driving. The tour continues motion sickness. thereafter nationwide focusing on Family servic- schools and colleges where many es, in conjunction with young people can benefit from the building services this outstanding program. department, hosted this To learn more about this fun and educational Felix DoBosz Save-A-Life Tour, please visit event. Melissa Atkins from the travel department www.savealifetour.net. “We thought it warms up on the practice simulator. The Seminole Tribune 20 November 5, 2004 The Seminole Tribune 21 November 5, 2004 and work together as one voice.  The next speaker drew NCAI the attention of the local news Continued from page 1 media. Originally invited and scheduled to speak on the third This was only the very beginning of the first day of the conference was presi- day of the conference. dential candidate and Senator In a powerful speech Congressman John John Kerry. Though he had Lewis (D-GA) recounted the struggle of the civil accepted the invitation he was rights movement, incidences which he has been a unable to attend and his wife witness to. Listening to Congressman Lewis one is Teresa Heinz Kerry spoke in his reminded that for minorities the right to vote is a place. right that came with a heavy price and should not be President Bush was also taken for granted. invited but sent Congressional “This is probably the most important elec- Representative J.D. Hayworth (R- tion of our lifetime” said Lewis “The wind may blow, AZ) to speak in his place. the lightening may flash and the rain may fall, but Kerry recently spoke at this is still our house. Don’t let anybody divide us. the Unity Conference in Don’t be intimidated.” Washington, D.C. while Bush has At the end of his speech NCAI President chosen to ignore another invita- Hall invited Congressman Lewis to join the Native tion to speak in front of Native American Caucus. Americans; he was also invited to Following Congressman Lewis’ speech, for- the grand opening of the National mer principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Wilma Museum of the American Mankiller introduced someone who is being honored Indian–he was a no show. by NAJA; USA Today’s founder Al Neuharth. Iretta Tiger During the week the con- Neuharth has been at the forefront in pro- ference broke off into workshops moting Native journalism. In 1984, he helped to NCAI President Tex Hall presented retiring Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell with a gift. which covered a wide range of secure money to create what was first called the topics. All topics were equally Native American Press Association, now called important in regards to native NAJA. This is only one of his accomplishments; he the newsrooms makes the news better equipped and sensitive in covering Native news.” issues especially on a governmen- has been involved with numerous programs and con- tal level. However, there was one tinues his efforts for Native journalism. In 1954, the Indian Termination Act was in effect and the U.S. government was acting swiftly to topic that stood out because of its NAJA’s exec- importance to Native sovereignty. utive director Ron dissolve Native Iretta Tiger American tribes. In In 2001, after the loss of Hollywood Representative Max Osceola Jr. (left) and Chairman Walters presented two court cases, both affecting Neuharth with a medi- a special segment Mitchell Cypress (right) present Tex Hall with a Seminole jacket. titled “Recognition Native sovereignty, NCAI and the cine shield made of Native Rights Fund created the buffalo skin. Upon of 50 years since Tribal Supreme Court Project. The carpet for NCAI. The ballroom was beautifully deco- receiving the shield the ‘Declaration of project helps tribes with Supreme Court cases in rated in Seminole colors and demonstrations of Neuharth wished he Indian Rights’” at numerous ways; from soliciting and preparing amicus Seminole craft making were set up. received sooner NCAI’s Emergency briefs, a legal brief written by one who is not Tex Hall was presented with a Seminole because he joked that Conference Against Termination, Vine involved with the case but has an interest in the he really needed the outcome, to coordinating a review of tribal shield during his days Deloria Jr. sent a taped message. briefs by Indian law experts. as a journalist. Since its inception the project has Joking aside, “The only weapon the Indians assisted on five cases and has lost only one. Neuharth noted the At the beginning of the project there serious lack of Native had was voting. The Indian vote seemed to be an almost anti-Indian sentiment journalists in daily within the Supreme Court. To abate the senti- newspapers throughout was responsible for a big change in the ment the project arranged for the justices to the U.S. tour several tribal courts. Since the tour there “Natives are west” said Deloria Jr. has been a change in the attitudes of the jus- the most under repre- tices. sented group in jour- What saved tribes from One morning was set aside for health nalism in this country” and fitness which included a two mile walk. said Neuharth “It is termination was Iretta Tiger their ability to Leading the walk were NCAI president Tex my strong belief that Hall, Seminole Chairman Mitchell Osceola, Native Americans in NCAI President Tex Hall displays his guitar, a gift from organize themselves the tribe, signed by country musician Kenny Rogers. Seminole President Moses Osceola and profes- sional golfer and Navajo Notah Begay III. The sight of a cou- Presidential Candidates Send Spokespeople to NCAI Convention ple of hundred natives Teresa Heinz Kerry and J.D. crossing the New River Bridge caused a couple Hayworth attend on behalf of of drivers to stop and ask what was going on. Kerry and Bush, respectively Coinciding with the conference By Shelley Marmor was the Miss NCAI FT. LAUDERDALE, FL — On pageant. Miss Monday Oct. 18, the first day of the Seminole Jo Jo week-long 61st Annual National Congress Iretta Tiger Osceola participated in NCAI officials gave Senator Nighthorse Campbell several of American Indians (NCAI) convention, the pageant though she two keynote speakers addressed the did not place she did a gifts as a token of appreciation for the work he did in the crowd. beautiful job represent- promoting native causes in the U.S. Senate Teresa Heinz Kerry attended on ing the Seminole Tribe. behalf of her husband and democratic The 2004–2005 Miss NCAI jacket and a guitar signed by country musician Kenny presidential nominee Senator John Kerry crown went to Madeline Rogers. Flutist Sonny Nevaquaya gave a beautiful and Congressional Representative J.D. Soboleff-Levy of the Tlingit performance and several tribal citizens sang gospel Hayworth (R-AZ) spoke on behalf of the and Haida Tribes of Alaska, songs for the evening entertainment. republican incumbent, President George she also won most talented. The conference concluded with a gala ban- W. Bush. The Seminole Tribe quet honoring Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell (R- Heinz Kerry spoke to convention CO). attendees first. As she approached the “We are truly in debt to stage she received a standing ovation Adelsa Williams this remarkable leader for his from near-capacity crowd in the Broward Teresa Heinz Kerry tireless efforts to uphold federal County Convention Center’s largest ball- obligations to our people” said room–the Grand Floridian, which seats President Hall. about 3,300. have a seat at the table as we cut through listed, Article 1, Section 8, is the sover- On behalf of NCAI, Campaigning for her husband, the bureaucracy” and assured the audience eignty that is your basic right,” Hayworth Hall presented Senator Heinz Kerry discussed the native-specific that the funds from the sale of tribal lands said. “And it is a sovereignty supported, Nighthorse Campbell with sever- changes Kerry said he will implement in will go where they are needed most, as not only by this member of Congress al gifts. the U.S. government if elected. determined by tribal leaders. from the fifth congressional district of Though the senator will Among these changes, Heinz “The Kerry White House will Arizona, but by the president of the be retiring he said he intends on Kerry said Kerry will “support the cre- organize a meeting with tribal leaders and United States.” staying abreast and involved in ation and funding of an office of the other Native Americans to work toward Hayworth admitted that mention- Native issues. Department of Energy dedicated to energy meaningful and accountable trust reform ing Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. “I have no intention of issues in Indian Country” since about 15 within its first 100 days,” she said. Constitution respecting sovereignty is use- giving up the fight for Indian percent of Native American households Before closing her speech, Heinz ful for discussion and legalities, however, people” he said “We’ve come a don’t have electricity. Kerry reiterated a message that would be noted “words are wonderful; words can long way but we still have a long She criticized the current admin- perennial during the NCAI convention: persuade; but ultimately, actions speak way to go.” istration’s No Child Left Behind policy, every vote counts. She commended the louder than words.” He said President One last unexpected saying “my hunch is that all children are work of NCAI and Native Vote 2004 and Bush’s action have benefited native tribes presentation was made at the end being left behind.” their pledge to turn out one million voters as well as tribal citizens. of the dinner. The Sokaogon Heinz Kerry said she suspects in the 2004 presidential election. He mentioned that the president: Chippewa Community of No Child Left Behind it is not working She recalled two instances where signed the Executive Memorandum Wisconsin has been fighting because the statistics, especially relating the native vote was the deciding factor for Upholding Tribal Sovereignty and against zinc sulfide mining for to American Indians and Alaskan Natives, two democrats in governmental elections. Consultation on April 30, designated a years. The mining would devas- speak for themselves. She said 57 percent The first example was a 2002 gubernatori- representative within the Office of tate the tribe’s water and wild of native fourth graders were reading al in Arizona when Navajo voters helped Intergovernmental Affairs to serve as his rice beds. below basic achievement levels in 2000. “tip the election” by only 2,200 votes. She liaison to Indian Country and signed an In October 2003 the “The Kerry/Edwards administra- then reminded the audience about the executive order on American Indian and community purchased the tion will leave no Indian child behind,” 2002 senatorial race in South Dakota Alaskan Native education to establish a Nicolet Minerals Company for she said. where Tim Johnson “won the closest tribally-based group to implement his No an $8 million dollar note. They She then went immediately into fought race for re-election… by votes Child Left Behind policy. Iretta Tiger now have until March 2006 to outlining Kerry’s plan dealing with trust from the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.” In addition to these executive Baby Tiger Osceola reminds us all we’re never to raise the $8 million to avoid reform. Heinz Kerry admitted this is a dif- “In many key states the Native orders, Hayworth said President Bush has young to think about our health. foreclosure. The company ficult issue because “there is no one side American vote represents the margin that allocated funds for the establishment of includes the mine site and the can mean victory for a 19 new Bureau of Indian Affairs schools surrounding 2,000-plus acres. candidate,” Heinz Kerry and 25 major school improvement proj- hosted a culture night at the They now need our help. To make a contri- said. ects. He further commended the presi- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & bution go to www.wolfriverprotectionfund.org or call Representative dent’s action regarding funding of Native Casino complete with fry Vice Chairwoman Tina L. Van Zile at (715) 478-7605. J.D. Hayworth followed American health-related issues. bread and gator nuggets. The Heinz Kerry. Hayworth is “The president’s budget request Seminoles rolled out the red a current Congressional for 2005 requests 3.7 billion for the Indian representative, who rep- Health Service; an increase of over $500 resented the Navajo million since 2001,” Hayworth said. Nation in Arizona for While many accolades were nearly a decade until a given to both speakers, NCAI President redistricting mandate Tex Hall expressed disappointment that removed the reservation neither presidential candidate attended the from his constituency. NCAI convention. Hall said both nomi- He said many nees should be focused on the 19 swing Navajos appealed to the states, of which Native Americans account state’s independent redis- for a sizeable population in as many as tricting committee 12–including Washington, New Mexico requesting him to remain and Arizona. their representative; how- “If people knew that 70 electoral ever, he no longer repre- votes were on the line John Kerry and sents the Navajo Nation. George Bush would have been here,” Hall Hayworth spoke said. on behalf of President He, however, said that regardless Shelley Marmor Bush and informed the of neither candidate attending, Indian J.D. Hayworth audience about the presi- Country will turn out one million voters. dent’s record involving Though he admits many people are skep- Native Americans. He tical, he called the one million voter goal or all-solution when it comes to trust discussed tribal sovereignty, saying, it is “completely possible.” reform.” upheld by the president as well as himself. Heinz Kerry promised that with Iretta Tiger “In our Constitution, a document Former Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. Kerry as president Native Americans “will of limited and enumerated powers, there The Seminole Tribune 22 November 5, 2004 NCAI Youth Commission Hold General Assemblies, Elects New Leaders By Shelley Marmor help the NCAI. Ahtone said assistance is especially FT. LAUDERDALE, FL — As the needed in areas including computer assistance, where National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) held some of the older folks who are not as computer regular general assemblies, planning sessions and savvy as younger people. other seminars; the NCAI Youth Commission con- General assemblies much like this one con- ducted their own similar meetings. tinued throughout the week, culminating in On Monday Oct. 11, the Youth Commission Thursday’s general assembly when the candidates held their first general assembly seeking to be 2004–2006 youth meeting. Their general assem- commission representatives. blies would continue through the Several members of the youth week until the convention’s clo- commission made enthusiastic sure on Friday Oct. 15. arguments as to why they would NCAI Youth make good representatives. Commission Co-Representative Ultimately, one male and Shilo Smith from the Maricopa female co-representative and one Indian Community in Arizona male and one female alternate co- opened Monday’s meeting with representative would be chosen. an overview of the week’s Of the four current co-representa- planned activities. These includ- tives and co-alternates, only Smith ed: a historical overview of was able to attend the convention. NCAI, leadership training, a Before inaugurating the review of the NCAI by-laws and new representatives, Smith gave a charter, a discussion of brief farewell speech, saying she Thursday’s election for the new “could not have asked for a better NCAI representatives and an experience.” Youth Commission introduction to the two peer Coordinator Jeri Brunoe-Samson, facilitators, Robert Johnston and the members of the youth com- Jennifer Villalobos, who would mission and the two youth peer assist the commission during the Shelley Marmor facilitators presented her with 61st annual conference. Co-Representative Shilo Smith gifts, though Smith was attempt- Smith then introduced addresses the NCAI Youth ing to keep her farewell short and the NCAI Chair of the Commission General Assembly. unemotional. Resolutions Committee Juanita After graciously accept- Ahtone, from the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma. Ahtone ing the gifts, Smith reminded the other members why read the preamble to the NCAI Constitution aloud to the NCAI Youth Commission is so important. Smith the youth committee. said that not continuing with commitments to the She said, as a mother of eight, that she youth commission will only harm young Native knows children very well. Ahtone said the NCAI Americans in the long run since without the youth respects the work of the youth committee, saying “we commission, “our voice will be gone.” are learning from you.” As it states in the NCAI Youth Commission “NCAI knows that there’s benefits in teach- by-laws, a current NCAI representative must inaugu- ing our youth,” Ahtone said. “We know many of you rate the new representatives. NCAI’s First Vice want to be a part of your tribal council.” President Joe A. Garcia and Tlingit and Haida Central Council President Edward Thomas attended for this purpose. After careful review by an electing com- mittee, Garcia and Thomas called for the new rep- resentatives to come up. Alyssa Dixon was appoint- ed the female representative, however, no female alternate was appointed. Dewayne Lopez and Michael Ennis were selected as the male youth rep- resentative and alternate representative, respective- ly. All three come from the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona. Garcia further reiterated what Smith said about the impact NCAI Youth Commission is hav- ing throughout Indian Country and in the actual NCAI general assemblies. He encouraged them to Shelley Marmor stay involved because “you’re making an impact in The newly-elected NCAI Youth Commission there.” Representatives, (L-R) Michael Ennis, Dewayne After the 2004–2005 Youth Commission Lopez and Alyssa Dixon, swearing in. representatives swore in with their right hands raised repeating the oath that their predecessors have also said the other commission members Ahtone encouraged the youths to remain formed a receiving line to congratulate the three. active members of the commission–especially the For more information on the NCAI Youth females. She told them that there have been two Commission, please visit http://www.ncai.org/main/ female NCAI presidents, Veronica L. Murdock and pages/ncai_profile/youth.asp, or contact Youth Susan Masten. Commission Coordinator Jeri Brunoe-Samson at She said, however, that all young people can (602) 795-6202 or (202) 446-7767. The Seminole Tribune 23 November 5, 2004 Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, Billie Swamp Safari Exhibit Booths at NCAI Convention By Peggy Osceola seminate information. FT. LAUDERDALE, FL — The Seminole Tribe’s The 61st Annual convention of the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and National Congress of American Indians Billie Swamp Safari received (NCAI) was held on Oct 10–15, 2004 at significant attention with the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward ooohs and ahhhs and a few County Convention Center. screams here and there during The theme of the conference this picture taking with the ani- year was, “Renewing the vision: Setting a mals. Billie Swamp Safari New Course for Indian Country.” The Falconer Ray Bacerra gave organization commemorated the 50th educational talks about the anniversary of The National Congress of safari and its animals. American Indian’s fight against termina- Museum Director Peggy tion that began at a 1954 emergency con- Davis Osceola gave informa- ference. tion about Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki NCAI was essential in helping Museum and gave educational the host tribe, the Seminole Tribe of talks about the cultural crafts Florida to retain their federal status when and educational items at the the U.S. government was considering museum gift shop. them for termination as a tribe. NCAI suc- After the conference cessfully honored that fight and victory in on Friday, several attendees Florida this week. took a bus to Big Cypress to Wanda Bowers This event was a week full of tour the museum and safari. (Above) Casey McCall informative and stimulating sessions such Several attendees proudly shakes hands with as the power of the Native American vote. went out on their own to Big actor Adam Beach, who was Teresa Heinz Kerry and J.D. Hayworth Cypress and we received also a judge in the Miss presented their respective platform for many nice compliments about American Indian issues, speaking about the Big Cypress enterprises National Congress of critical issues in health, education, home- and the Seminole Hard Rock American Indians (NCAI) land security, and trust reform. Hotel & Casino. pageant, during the 61st Three very special evenings were “The rooms here at Annual NCAI Conference held throughout the week. One, Sunday the Seminole Hard Rock are held in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., evening a welcome reception was held at much nicer than the ones at Oct. 11–15. the lobby of the Floridian Ballroom in the the Las Vegas Hard Rock Photo courtesy of Ah-Tah-Thi-Museum staff convention center. A beautiful array of Hotel,” said tourist Patrick V. Seminole Princess JoJo Osceola at the convention. (Center) Christine McCall South Florida tastes and delights were Murphy from Albuquerque, proudly stands with Miss graciously and artistically provided. NCAI N.M. Indian Nations XIII Bobbi President Tex Hall spoke a few words Rae Sage, 17. She is introducing the Miss NCAI contest- ants. Each beautiful young lady was Mandan, Hidasta, Arikiki dressed in her traditional attire and all the way from Mandarea, spoke on their goals and aspirations N.D. Sage is one of the Our very own beautiful Miss many who attended the Florida Seminole Princess JoJo National Congress of Osceola represented the Seminole American Indians (NCAI) Tribe of Florida proudly. Everyone in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. there had a chance to mingle and visit McCall showed Miss Indian with the individual princesses, old Nations around her neck of friends and make new ones. the woods. First Sage A cultural dinner and enter- attended a banquet hosted tainment were held on Wednesday by the Seminole Tribe at the night at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Many attendees commented Hard Rock Hotel. Then she on how much they enjoyed themselves took a walk on Ft. at the impressive building and how Lauderdale beach, and tasty the cultural food was, especially after went down to Bayside the alligator. in Miami. Sage said she On Thursday night, a Gala loved the tribe’s hospitality Banquet was sponsored by Bank of and can't wait to come America honoring retiring Native back. American Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. A NCAI video tribute was shown to recognize the senator’s life- Everyone was in awe of how time commitment and service to Indian Country. the NCAI was received–with Wanda Bowers The NCAI tradeshow gave the nothing but open arms and kind words. The next day, the beautiful banquet was all native artisans, businesses and non- Photo courtesy of Ah-Tah-Thi-Museum staff that was talked about, especially the awesome entertainment and guest speakers who profit groups an opportunity to show- Billie Swamp Safari General Falconer RayBecerra, NCAI President Tex Hall and Ah- were honored to be part of the evening. case their respective displays and dis- Tah-Thi-Ki Museum Director Peggy Osceola. The Seminole Tribune 24 November 5, 2004