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Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Chaticks si Chaticks PRSRT STD P.O. Box 470 U.S. POSTAGE Pawnee, OK 74058 PAID PERMIT NO. 43 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED PAWNEE, OK 74058 Page 2 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Message from the President

Dear Fellow Tribal Members, Happy 2010!

There are many positive things taking place in the Pawnee Nation for which we are thankful. Here is a brief over view:

• A very positive breakthrough for the Pawnee Nation College mutually working together in achieving an academic partnership in the near future with Haskell Indian Nations University, Lawrence, Kansas. Thanks to President Dr. Todd Fuller of PNC.

• The ICDBG coordinator, Muriel Robedeaux has been obtaining funding to remodel many of our buildings. To many of us, it is still referred to as the “old Indian hospital,” its refurbishment is nearing completion. It is being equipped with modern geothermal heating and cooling.

• The Berry Building in the City of Pawnee, is being remodeled for our museum and Education/cultural center for our young people.

• The Roam Chief Building – Food Distribution Program, is undergoing remodeling complete with geothermal heating and cooling, as well as the other part of the building.

• The Wellness Center and Day care is having an additional 3000 sq. ft. added, it also will have the modern geothermal heating and cooling system. This system saves us energy money down the road, although initially it costs a little more. It will easily pay for itself in a few short years.

• The Stone Wolf Casino and Grill is in operation. Many long and hard hours of work has been expended by the PTDC Board and staff to make this a reality and they continue to work on proposed projects.

As it stands right now, the Pawnee Nation is the largest employer in Pawnee County. We are fortunate and we give thanks to all those people who had a vision and went to work on it with the Lord’s blessings. All that has been accomplished is for the Pawnee Nation to benefit the Pawnee Tribal people and their families.

Thank you, Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 3 February / March Community Calendar Education Co Ed Softball to begin. Sign ups will start February PAWNEE NATION 15-26. Qualified applicants are 13 years and older, Free GED Classes- Roam Chief Building. Classes male and female to participate. Practices will begin EMPLOYMENT are every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 February 22nd to March 12th. Games will begin OPPORTUNITIES p.m. Contact Chris Hill, Youth Services Coordinator March 22nd to April 30th at 918-762-2541, ext. 34. February 17th – Pawnee Nation Employees Club Health Indian Taco Sale at the Community Building. 11 The Pawnee Nation of a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds go to fund the annual Oklahoma is accepting em- community Easter Egg Hunt. Price will be $5.00. February 4th – Kellie Bryant, I.H.S. Nutritionist will ployment applications for be here to discuss nutritional health issues and February 21st – Title-7 Youth Valentine’s Day Hand the full-time, regular status answer some questions or concerns that the elders game at 1:00 p.m. MP building. Title-6 Elders will positions of might have. She will be at the Title VI dining room be helping out the youth in challenging the Ponca from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Title -7 youth and the Ponca Title-6 Elders Program. • I.H.S. Housekeeper Everyone is invited to come out and join us! February 4th – Carol Taylor, Nutritional Education • Infant thru Pre-K Assistant (NEA) of the Fresh Start Nutrition & You Assistant Teacher February 25th – Elders Advisory Board Meeting, Program, OSU Extension office will be here at 1:00 12:30 p.m. – Title VI dining room. p.m., Title VI dining room. • Infant thru Pre-K Lead Teacher General February 26th – Elders Advisory Board fundraiser – Meat pie sale at the Community House in Pawnee, • Court Clerk OK from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. OSU-Stillwater Career Fair - February 11. For In addition, applications are more information, contact OSU Career Services at March 15-19 - Spring Break Camp will be held being accepted for the part- 405-744-5253 or go to www.hireosugrads.com. at the Pawnee Nation’s Gym for ages 8-12, with time (20 hours/week), regu- teenagers volunteering to mentor. OSU-Tulsa Career Fair - March 4. For more lar status position of information, contact OSU Career Services at 405- March 26 & 27- Healthy Nations with the Pawnee • Infant thru Pre-K 744-5253 or go to www.hireosugrads.com. Nation College will host an Invitational Basketball Assistant Teacher tournament. The 8 teams consist of Pawnee Na- February 8th – Elders Advisory Board fundraiser- tion College, Kansas University, Haskell, Com- Indian Taco Sale at the Community House. manche College, Cheyenne and Arapaho College, For complete job descrip- Creek College, Northern Oklahoma College, and tions, application deadlines, February 10th – Title VI Senior Program Elders Oklahoma State University. and the employment appli- Valentine’s Day Party and bingo games will be cation form, please visit our played from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Title VI May-June 2010 - “Remembering the Past; Voices website at dining room. from Pawnee Elders.” Hear Pawnee elders speak www.pawneenation.org of the “old days,” not only what they remember February 12th – Program activity- Pawnee, Otoe, but stories from their elders. These elders are Iowa and Sac and Fox Title VI Senior Programs the last Pawnees to grow up speaking their own Valentine’s Party at the Elders Nutrition site in Red language. Pawnee Indian Museum 480 Pawnee Rock, Oklahoma at 12:00 p.m. Trail Republic, KS 66964. For more information, contact Richard Gould at 785-361-2255. For your convenience, Tax & Enrollment Services are located Chaticks si Chaticks Publication Schedule in Building #1, the old Agency Building. Submission Deadline Next Issue Date March 20 April 6 490 Agency Rd 918-762-3624 *** To meet issue dates, submission deadlines will be strictly enforced *** Page 4 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- EXCITEMENT IS IN FULL SWING AT STONEWOLF By Lindsey Teter, TDC Director of 6pm - 9pm, hourly drawings for Marketing $100 cash hot seat drawings.

The excitement of getting the Every Thursday, Seniors (55 or old- doors opened at StoneWolf Casino er) receive $5 Free Play from 7am & Grill lends to the atmosphere of - noon. During Seniors Mornings, the new facility. The official Grand Seniors earn DOUBLE POINTS Opening blowout was held on Jan- on Players Club Cards and the uary 13th, 14th and 15th with radio StoneWolf Grill breakfast buffet is stations on-site and hot seat draw- 50% off! ings for OSU athletic events, t- shirts and Legendary guest service! The soft opening period of the newly completed facility began on Weekly promotions began Janu- December 22, 2009 with a private ary 25th with Ladies Night, Men’s Christmas party for the tribal em- Night and Seniors Mornings. Big ployees and a New Year’s Eve pro- Members of both the Pawnee Nation Business Council and promotions are in the works for motion. Pawnee Tribal Development Corp. Board of Directors were this coming year! on hand for the soft opening ceremonial ribbon cutting on With more than 200 games and a December 22, 2009. Ladies Night is every Monday and 70-seat restaurant, the 10,000sf fa- Pictured from L to R are Marshall Gover, John Only a Chief, Jim Men’s Night is every Tuesday from cility is located at the Pawnee Na- Fields, Buddy LoneChief and President Howell representing 5pm - 10pm. Each will receive tion Travel Plaza on Hwy 18 at the Pawnee Nation Business Council; PTDC General Manager Roger $5.00 Free Play and from 5pm – intersection of Hwy 412. Foster, Helen Norris, Tom Briggs and Ron Rice representing the 9pm can register for a $500 cash PTDC Board of Directors. drawing to be held at 10pm. From

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The Pawnee Nation will break When the expansion is complete, ground Monday, February 8 on a food distribution operations will be project to renovate and expand the more centralized, storage area will current food distribution building. be increased and customers will have better access to the building, The groundbreaking ceremony will Schultz said. be at 10 a.m. at the Roam Chief Building, 810 Morris Drive. The current Food Distribution pro- gram provides enough food for cus- The project will take about six tomers to eat three well-balanced months to complete and is funded meals a day. Participants must meet with $640,000 of stimulus grants income qualifications, and can con- from the U.S. Department of Hous- tact the program for more informa- ing and Urban Development and the tion at 918-762-2541, ext 26. Department of Energy, Community Development Block Grant Project Schultz said it serves anywhere Manager Muriel Robedeaux said. from 250 to 500 members of the Pawnee Tribe and other local tribes, The Pawnee Nation’s food distribu- depending on economic factors. tion program provides food to low income Native Americans local to Story modified from the Phil the Pawnee area, Division Direc- Jankowski, Stillwater NewsPress tor of Health and Human Services article. Inside the current Food Distribution Center Christi Schultz said. Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 5 GET YOUR WORK PUBLISHED IN P NaWNEE ation Planning THE PAWNEE NATION ANTHOLOGY & Development Update By Ted Moore, Tribal Planner to improve the Pawnee Nation’s in- The editors of Out of the Sky, screenwriting, artwork, and so frastructure. a collection of Pawnee writing, on. We welcome original and The Planning Office will be imple- stories, and art are seeking ad- previously published pieces (so menting a community and tribal A grant proposal to the Center for ditional submissions by tribal long as previous publishers are economic development survey to Disease Control (CDC) agency was members and others who are given credit). receive responses from the commu- recently submitted. The grant is ti- interested in having their work nity on future growth and needs. A tled “Communities Putting Preven- considered for publication in All interested writers and art- what will be a Pawnee National ists can submit their work by Tribal Historical Preservation Of- tion to Work.” Our directors over- anthology. email to: Todd Fuller at tfuller@ fice (THPO) grant proposal will be seeing stimulus grants have recently pawneenationcollege.org, or to completed soon which will enable submitted another round of reports Another call for submissions James Riding In at pawnee1@ the Pawnee Nation in the future to through the federalreporting.gov is being released because sev- asu.edu. Submissions can also assume specific State Historic Pres- system. We have six stimulus grants eral university presses have ex- be sent to the following address: ervation Office duties and responsi- and two are completed. Thank you pressed an interest in publishing Pawnee Nation Anthology, bilities with regard to Pawnee Na- to the directors overseeing these the anthology, but the editors Pawnee Nation College, 861 tion lands. stimulus grants for their hard work need more submissions in order Little Dee Drive, Pawnee, OK in administration and reporting on to meet length requirements. 74058. (Do not send originals; The Pawnee Nation recently re- these grants. send only photocopies.) The ceived award of an ANA-SEDS The editors are seeking sub- deadline for submissions is Feb- grant which will enable us to de- Offices at the old clinic building missions in all genres, includ- ruary 26, 2010. velop infrastructure with fiber op- have been renovated and will soon ing poetry, fiction, non-fiction, tic backbone. The infrastructure become operational. Offices and essay, autobiography, drama, will improve our communications staff of the new Violence Against across the campus and develop Women grant will be located at this and improve collaborations and ac- building. The renovation at the countability of our tribal programs Berry building up town will soon and services to tribal members. be completed and become staffed PRESIDENT’S LIST ANNOUNCED Share point and tracking of appli- by the Education and Repatriation cations are just a few examples of Programs. AT PAWNEE NATION COLLEGE tools the ANA-SEDS grant will use Dr. Todd Fuller, President of Paw- The College staff, faculty, and nee Nation College, announced the Trustees congratulate each student President’s List for the Fall 2009 for an outstanding semester. semester. Pwneea nation The Pawnee Nation College is a The following full-time PNC stu- tribal-affiliated higher education After School Program dents earned a 4.0 grade point aver- institution located on the Pawnee age (GPA) on a 4.0 scale: Zach Rice Nation reserve near Pawnee, Okla- and Elaine Rhoades. homa. Through an academic part- The Youth Services and Healthy Nations Programs are com- nership with Northern Oklahoma ing together to create an After School Program that will meet Other students who earned a GPA College, students at PNC can earn a the educational needs of the Pawnee Nation Youth. of 3.5 or above include: Jason Cam- degree in American Indian Studies pos, Anna Kelley, Brandi Leading and take other college-level course- Fox, and Glenda Neal. work that is transcripted by NOC. This After School Program will have arts and crafts, wellness and fitness education, Pawnee Language, and prevention ed- Students who earned a 3.0 GPA or The College seeks to meet the high- ucation. This program will be offered in the coming months. above were: Mary Blackowl, Pa- er educational and cultural needs of tricia Brown, Kendra Bruce, Laci the Pawnee Nation, other surround- For more information you can contact Chris Hill at 762-2541, Dent, Dustin Dunbar, Calvin Rowe, ing Indian nations, and all who have ext. 34. Jack Spears, Caleb Tiger, and Rhe- the desire to engage in a life of anna Wilde. learning. Page 6 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Sickst and stones: Nicknames By Theda GoodFox Kresge unknown pundit gave it the common elder in an obituary, there was much Nannie would say “Tink”. name of “Gravy” which has echoed confusion among the younger set Nicknames. through time. Some boarding school as they had no idea who was being Later, as a young adult home from alumni have said it was because of buried. college on visits, when instructed A practice common in many tribes, by my grandmother to go speak continuing even today. One would the perennial chipped beef gravy, a common staple at many breakfasts. Within my family circle, a late to a tribal elder at gatherings, I think it was a required rite. cousin was “Sister” to everyone. complied. Nicknames conferred upon Others were “Snooky”, “Teedles”, Wikipedia notes the unique quality Often the aging tribal member of the practice observing an boarding school students seem “Honey”, “Sweet Pea”, “Ike”, “Bo- to have come from physical but”, “Tug”, “Sugar”, “Tiny”, “Iss- peered unknowingly at me as I paid individual may have it in addition my respects. Some would stare, to what they were given at birth. characteristics or most likely an boy” incident the individual had been then ask, Webster’s dictionary mentions a Did I have a nickname? nickname is an additional name involved in. For whatever reason, “Who are you?” or “Who is this?” given to a person, place or thing; nicknames were the norm and the (Groan) Yes. of their family members. usually descriptive and given in person usually responded as if it fun, affection or ridicule. Stephen was their given name. During my I did not escape the malady in my The answer, “It’s Theda” brought Vincent Benét, poet and novelist, 7-year stretch at “Gravy” it seemed family of origin. questioning stares. the boys had more propensities wrote “I have fallen in love with There were farm neighbors whose However, when I replied, “It’s American names, the sharp names for nicknames. “Frog”, “Skunk”, “Mouse”, “Corky” were some of last name was Tinkles. Apparently ‘Tinkles’ or “Tinkle Bell’, their that never get fat . . . the plumed the wife was well-rounded. reaction was immediate. war-bonnet of Medicine Hat, the designations. Tucson, and Deadwood and Lost For decades, some adults in our tribe I was a chubby baby. My late uncle Small cries of recognition. Mule Flat”. Wonder what he would Phillip doing a take-off of their were known by their nickname; Chuckles of familiarity. have written about those bestowed “Mutt”, “Bacon”, “Crow-meat”, name began calling me “Tinkle” but with nicknames. “Ugh”, “Bitsy”, “Moose”, “Chief”, added “Bell”. Arms reaching for a hug. “Coach”, “Rats”, “Junior”, Nicknames usually began in Growing up in my family, I was They knew me. one’s family. However, those “Skippy”, “Witty”, “Doc”, called by that name which became attending the government boarding “Cheese”, “Bink”, “Curly”, known to all relatives. None ever schools sometimes received their “Puggy”. Use of their given name asked if I liked being called that. christening while there. It was a brought blank looks or questions I didn’t. But like so many other common exercise within the Pawnee by younger tribal members who things, kids in my family did not Indian Boarding school. Even the had no idea or recognition of the challenge the adults. The “Bell was formal name of that institution did individual’s identity. Once upon soon dropped and I was known as Pawnee not escape the debauchery. Some seeing the actual name of a tribal “Tinkles” or as my Grandmother Nation College Battle of the Century Pawnee Nation College will en- “Indigenizing gage the Native American Student Association of Oklahoma State in Higher a hand game on March 26, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. The hand game will be Education” held in the main classroom of the Albin Leading Fox Building with the War Mothers providing their sticks for the event. The game Enroll Today will be a fundraiser for the Paw- 918-762-3343 nee Nation Powwow. Come and cheer the Bobcats to victory. Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 7 Ntionala Native American FREE GED CLASSES Youth Initiative Scholarship The Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Education Division High School Students Student Application Deadline Date : Association of American Indian has partnered with the State of Oklahoma to offer GED classes National Native American Youth April 16, 2010 Physicians is recruiting adults, ages 21 and older, to serve as role mod- that are free to the public. Our Initiative George Washington Uni- class meets every Tuesday Student Notification of Selection els and chaperones to AI/AN high versity - Washington, D.C. Results: May 10, 2010 and Thursday from 5 p.m. to school students during the NNAYI 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome, The Association of American Indian NNAYI’s curriculum is strategical- program. Selected individuals will regardless of race or age. We Physicians (AAIP) is now accepting ly designed to prepare high school arrive in Washington D.C, on Fri- have classes averaging from 10 to 15 people a night. If you applications from American Indian/ students for admission to college day, June 18, 2010 for training and Alaska Native (AI/AN) high school to prepare for high school students are interested or know someone and professional schools, as well as that would like to attend, please students ages 16-18 who have an for careers in health and biomedical arrival. AAIP will cover your air- come by the Roam Chief interest in the health field and/or research. Feel free to share this in- fare, lodging, meals, and a stipend Building and ask for Chris Hill. biomedical research for the 13th formation with other interested par- will be provided upon completion Annual Patty Iron Cloud National ties. For more information and to of the program. For more informa- ACT and SAT Native American Youth Initiative access the on-line applications, visit tion and to access the on-line appli- prep course (NNAYI). The George Washington the AAIP student website at www. cations, visit the AAIP student web- University campus in Washington, aaip.org. site at www.aaip.org. The Pawnee Nation Education D.C. will be the site for NNAYI Division is developing an from June 19-27, 2010. For more information, contact Lu- ACT and SAT prep course for the Native Youth. We need Role Models/Chaperones cinda Myers, Health Careers Stu- Selected high school students will dents Programs Director of the volunteers to help with this National Native American Youth program. If you are interested in receive a scholarship that covers Association of American Indian receiving these services please airfare, lodging and most meals dur- Initiative George Washington Uni- Physicians at (405) 946-7072. versity - Washington, D.C. contact our offices at (918)762- ing the NNAYI program. 2541, ext. 34 or 24; or if you would like to assist please give us a call. TRI BAL GAMING REGULATORY INITIATIVE 2010 AISES Internships The TGRI Program is: A diverse and challenging curricu- lum, as the Program includes a total Attention AISES Students! Internships. • Fully-endorsed by the Nation- of thirteen classes. It's time to start making plans for al Indian Gaming Association summer 2010. Have you consid- Eligibility criteria include: (NIGA) For more information, contact An- ered an AISES summer internship? • Cumulative GPA of 3.0; excep- drew Gray at 918.762.3343 or at Internships are a vital part of your tions will be evaluated on a case by • Flexible, as participants can [email protected], higher education goals. With the case basis. take either one class or multiple or email Staci Glyckherr at sglyck- job market being very competitive • Must be enrolled and pursuing classes – depending on the par- [email protected]. these days, many employers are a degree in the undergraduate or ticipant’s educational / training looking for college graduates who graduate program of an accredited goals have some type of "real work" ex- college or university on a full-time perience. The best way to attain basis • Ideal for: Gaming Commis- Class: Federal Indian Law this type of experience is through a • Undergraduate students from the sioners, Compliance Officers, & Gaming summer internship. The AISES In- sophomore class through the senior Investigators, Tribal Leaders, ternship Program provides students class are eligible. Graduate students Tribal Economic Development Date: Febuary 4 & 5 2010 with hands-on work experience op- at any level are eligible Staff, Current Casino Person- portunities to gain relevant skills • U.S. Citizen nel, and Anyone seeking a pro- and knowledge, explore future ca- Location: Pawnee Nation reer options/opportunities, and de- Interns are provided with the fol- fessional career in the Indian College ITV velop professional networks. lowing provisions: gaming Industry • Round-trip airfare or mileage to • Affordable, as each class costs The 2010 AISES Summer Intern internship site $100 a day per participant application deadline is February 15, • Weekly stipend “To enhance regulations through 2010 and can be found at the fol- • Dormitory lodging • Focused on the regulatory com- instructional enlightenment.” lowing link: www.aises.org/Pro- Local transportation allowance ponents of Indian Gaming --TGRI Mission Statement grams/ScholarshipsandInternships/ Page 8 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL MEETING NOTES December 9, 2009 – PBC Meeting Pawnee Nation Tort Claims Act. Director for Tribal Operations and 1.77 percent. Builders Unlimited was selected The November 19, 2009 PBC Meet- Under New Business: as the 2009 ICDBG Construction Resolution #10-01 – Table Creek ing minutes were approved. Coun- 2010 Holiday Schedule – approved. Management Company. Treaty – for the Drawdown of the cil members and the Executive 2010 Annuity funds was approved. Director provided reports on their Request to purchase three police ve- December 28, 2009 PBC Meeting: activities since the previous PBC hicles – approved. Resolution #10-02 – Agriculture meeting. Under Old Business: Lease at Chilocco was approved. Request to contract the Skedee The Tribal Member Benefit Code Under Old Business: Bridge Project – approved. was again discussed regarding Council approved the invoice Revisions to the Pawnee Nation Or- “original vs. territorial” jurisdiction. for services for an Evaluator for ganization Chart were approved. Request for PBC to set Liquor Li- the Pawnee Nation College for cense Fees - $150 for entity license Under New Business: $9,903.69. The Agriculture Lease of land at approved. No individual licenses Resolution #09-77 was approved re- Chilocco was discussed and it was required due to State licensing. garding a Non-Interference Agree- Purchase of a copier for the Pawnee decided to ask the BIA to advertise ment with GWGM, LLC for the Nation College was tabled. for bids with a bid opening January A request to remove the taxation of financing agreement for the Stone- 8, 2010. mobile homes from the Tax Code Wolf Casino and Grill. Auditor for 2009 Pawnee Nation was tabled. Audit – approved Dennis & Co. A Request from the Title VII Parent January 13, 2010 PBC Meeting: Committee to utilize tribal buildings All 2010 Budgets that have been Discussion regarding the 2009 ICD- without fees for Sunday, February approved by the Budget Committee The minutes of the December 9, BG project. The funding agency 14th Handgame and May for school were approved by the Pawnee Busi- 2009 PBC meeting were approved. only approved part of the proposal awards – both dates were approved. ness Council. Council members and the Executive and Council decision was needed. Director provided reports on their An extension was requested in order Changes to members of the Tribal In Executive Session: activities since the previous PBC to review all the information. Emergency Response Committee, Council interviewed for the Divi- meeting. making all Division Directors mem- sion Director for Finance and Tax A request to rent the 2nd floor of the bers – approved. and the Division Director for Tribal Under Old Business: Old Clinic was tabled pending a re- Operations and reviewed the 2009 The Amerind Insurance Coverage quest to the funding agency regard- The Tribal Member Benefit Code ICDBG Construction Management for tribal members was discussed. ing allowable uses of the building. was approved. This allows the tribe Company. Discussion was regarding the cov- to administer a housing insurance erage area “territorial vs. original” A request to approve the Pawnee program for enrolled tribal mem- After Executive Session, Bernice jurisdiction. No action was taken. Nation Gaming Commission HR bers. “Bo” Lewis was selected as Divi- policies was withdrawn and a re- sion Director for Finance, Jimmy Under New Business: quest to revise the Communica- Resolution #09-74 – Approving the Jestes was selected as Division The 2010 COLA was approved at tions/Technology policy was tabled. PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL 4th QUARTER 2009 RESOLUTIONS #09-66 – Pawnee Nation Group none against, 1 (President Howell) against, 1 not voting, President vot- a vote of 3 for, 1 against, 2 absent Dwelling Coverage Program and not voting. October 30, 2009. ing yes to break the tie. October 30, and 1 not voting (President How- Regluation Act – (was TABLED 2009. ell). December 9, 2009. by a vote of 6 for and 2 not voting #09-70 – Indian Child Welfare – A on September 23, 2009.) But was resolution to request mature status #09-73 – Appointment to the Hous- #09-76 – Revision to Liquor Con- approved at the December 9, 2009 for BIA funds for Indian Child Wel- ing Commission – Linda LeForce trol Ordinance – to interpret that PBC Meeting by a vote of 7 for, and fare Program – approved by a vote – approved by a vote of 5 for, 1 only a business entity requires a li- 1 (President Howell) not voting. of 7 for, none against, 1 (President against, 2 not voting (Linda Jestes quor license – approved by a vote of Howell) not voting. October 30, and President Howell). October 30, 6 for, 0 against, 1 absent, and 1 not #09-67 – Drawdown Proceeds of 2009. 2009. voting (President Howell). Decem- Labor (Withdrawn at this time. ber 9, 2009. Resolution # not used.) #09-71 – Special Diabetes Program #09-74 – Pawnee Nation Rort – A resolution to request BIA funds Claims Act – a resolution to add this #09-77 – Non-Interference Agree- #09-68 – Enrollment – EA – AP- for the Special Diabetes Program act to the Law and Order Code - ap- ment – GWGM, LLC for the fi- PROVED by a vote of 4 for, 3 for one year – approved by a vote proved by a vote of 6 for, 1 absent, 1 nancing of StoneWolf Casino & against, and 1 not voting. Septem- of 7 for, none against, 1 (President not voting (President Howell). De- Grill – approved by a vote of 7 for, ber 23, 2009. Howell) not voting. October 30, cember 9, 2009. 0 against, 1 not voting (President 2009. Howell). December 28, 2009. #09-69 – ATTG – A resolution to #09-75 – Making a change to the request mature status for BIA funds #09-72 – Appointment to the Hous- Pawnee Nation Gaming Ordinance, for Aid to Tribal Government Pro- ing Commission – Joan Roberts Section 2.5 (2) to allow 18-21 year gram – approved by a vote of 7 for, – approved by a vote of 3 for, 3 olds to serve liquor – approved by Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 9 Healthy Nations seeks Participants for case study P aWNEE Nation Tax By Suzy Knife Chief Snell, HP/DP week. The second group will work Office Notice Healthy Nations out 3 of the 7 days per week as well, but it will be divided into either 2 A Case study among the Pawnee fifteen minute sessions or 3 ten min- ...... Nation’s employees, members, and ute sessions. There shall be a pre, other affiliated tribal members is midway, and post assessment test of NOTICE: Enrolled Pawnee Tribal Veteran who have been needed for research. Physical Activ- BMI’s, waist to hip ratio, and blood certified by the United States Department of Veterans ity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR- pressure. Q) is a simple, yet valid screening Affairs to be in receipt of disability compensation at questionnaire will be given to all ap- This is research to see if our bodies, the one-hundred percent rate and the disability shall be plicants before the case study begins. with both groups, respond to exer- permanent and been sustained through military action or cise and how well it reacts to our It has become evident that excess fat accident service can claim an exemption from the sales tax. physiological aspect, for this reason, This exemption applies to the sales of tangible personal in the abdominal region is a greater the blood pressure will be checked property or services to Pawnee enrolled veterans. health risk than having excess fat in as well as the physical benefits. the arms and below the waist (ex- tremities). Native American bod- According to CDC, the case study is In order to claim this exemption, Please go by the Pawnee ies are genetically designed to carry to understand that physical activity Nation Tax Office to execute a statement under oath before more weight in the abdomen area need not necessarily be performed the Pawnee Nation Tax Staff. This statement or exemption than in the extremities due to his- all at one time but as long as 30 min- pertains to only sales up to $25,000, anything above torically cultural related evidence utes is done. then they shall be subject to the tax. Please have your of feast and famine. Our bodies are Department of Veterans Affairs certification and you will made up differently, thus, the case Does this hold true among the Paw- have to provide your Pawnee Nation picture Certificate of study. nee Nation of Oklahoma employees, members, and other affiliated tribal Degree of Indian Blood in order for our office to execute The CDC recommends accumula- members? this statement. tion of 30 minutes or more of moder- ate intensity physical activity. They Come join the research!! Accepting If any questions, please call the Tax Manager, Lyle E. have done research similar to this applicants starting February 1st to Fields or Cecelia Hawkins at 918-762-3624. case study but Natives were under the 19th. Measurements will be re- represented to know if our bodies re- corded on February 22-23. We will spond the same as the majority rep- start February 22nd through May resented. Will our bodies react to the 14th with pre, midway, and post division of 30 minute workouts, or assessments. This case study will do we have a greater benefit, if it is work great with the Fitness Center’s Weight Loss program. PcR n eCRUITS in Vegas indeed, 30 minutes straight through? the all-time leading scorer in NBA There will be 2 groups. The first For more information, contact Suzy history at the NIGA conference in group will work out 30 minutes Snell at 918-762-2153. Las Vegas, where they were recruit- straight through, 3 of the 7 days per ing for both the ONLI and TGRI Pro- grams for Pawnee Nation College.

PAWNEE ELDERS ADVISORY BOARD The PNC admissions team, Staci INDIAN TACO SALE! Glyckherr, Marcie Stephenson and Andrew Gray, met with over MONDAY -FEBRUARY 8TH, 2010 150 people and discussed the Col- Pawnee Nation Community House lege’s educational opportunities. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. $6.00 – includes Indian Taco, Dessert and Drink The trip was a success, as the Col- Call-in orders – 24 hour advance Pawnee Nation College’s, Staci lege’s training program will be en- For more information call (918) 762-4042 Glyckherr, Director of Admissions, dorsed by National Gaming Regula- and Marcie Stephenson, Admissions tors in addition to NIGA. Thank you for supporting your Elders! Assistant, with Kareem Abdul Jabar, *All proceeds go to towards the elders 2010 NICOA Conference Hall of Fame basketball player and Page 10 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- NEWS FROM THE PAWNEE NATION TRUANCY PROGRAM NUTRITIONAL MEALS NEWS Herman Sleeper Jr., Pawnee Nation in your teen’s school the less likely On February 4th, the Title VI Senior Program has invited Carol Tay- Truancy Offi cer they are to try and get away with lor, Nutrition Education Assistant of the Fresh Start, Nutrition and skipping class. You Program, OSU Extension offi ce, to teach a class on Nutritional Truancy, according to the US De- partment of Education, is the fi rst Keep the lines of communication Education every week that involves an interactive learning experience sign of trouble; the fi rst indicator open with your teen when it comes designed to teach healthy eating concepts for those who would like to that a young person is giving up and to their school environment. Allow know more about maintaining a healthy lifestyle, understanding the losing his or her way. When young them to vent to you if they need to MyPyramid food guidance system and meeting your families nutri- people start skipping school, they about a teacher, a certain class, etc. tional needs. are telling their parents, school of- We all need to blow off steam. If fi cials, and the community at large there seems to be a major problem, This class will be held at the Title VI Senior Program dining room that they are in trouble and need our work with the school and the teach- beginning at 1:00 p.m. A sign up sheet will be posted on the elders ac- help if they are to keep moving for- er to fi nd an answer. tivity board located at the Title VI Senior Program for those interested ward in life. Let your teenager know what the in attending or you may call the offi ce at (918) 762-4042. In making Be involved with your teen’s consequences are for being truant. efforts to keep our elders living healthy we try to keep this type of school. Get to know their teachers, Find out what your local area’s laws information available to make sure their needs are met. the school administrators by attend- are for truancy, and if need be, have ing Parent’s Night and other school your teen talk to a local truant of- Also, on February 4th, Kellie Bryant, I.H.S Registered Dietician will functions. Volunteer to help where fi cer. Sometimes when these things be here from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. to provide nutritional health you can. Schools are always look- come from someone else, our teens information to the elders of the program. ing for parents help with chaperon- listen more. ing dances or fi eld trips, or running the concession stand at sporting For more information, call 918-762- events. The more involved you are 2143. NEWS FROM TITLE VI By Sidra Atsye, Title VI Senior Pro- ing bundled during the cold gram Director weather can cut your chances in half of having a heart attack. The month of February is American As temperatures plunge, your Heart Month and in celebrating in blood vessels tighten to pre- keeping your heart healthy here are vent heat loss, which in turn is some fun facts that seem very inter- the same as having your blood esting that could help with lower- vessels 70% plugged by plaque ing your blood pressure and keep- and having your blood pressure ing your blood fl owing. But before soar. So before you go out in the trying anything we recommend you cold, make sure you are bundled check with your medical profession warm and cozy. beforehand. • Drink an 8 oz. glass of water within the fi rst 15 minutes of Keeping Your Heart Healthy All waking up in the morning. Ac- Winter! cording to Richard M. Flem- • Indulge in a cup of hot cocoa ing, M.D., medical director of everyday and the antioxidants the Fleming Heart and Health will help lower your blood pres- institute in Omaha, Nebraska sure by four points and to lower say that after a long night’s rest your blood pressure by 10% or many people get dehydrated more according to French re- which makes the blood sticky searchers. and can trigger dangerous blood • Baby your arteries by wearing a clots. Drinking the water con- sweater. Swedish cardiologists tinues the blood fl ow through- recently confi rmed that stay- out your body. Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 11 Fyamil holds Soldier Dance for Pawnee Soldier one year. Joining Moore-Williams in Ger- many will be his 19-year-old wife On December 6, 2009, Sean was Rebecca and one-year-old daugh- the honoree of a Soldier Dance ter Brooklynne. The young couple held by his family and friends. is also expecting a son on January The family wishes to thank Ralph 22, 2010. Hammond, Nelly Yarholar, Eddie Wilson, Deswood Koshiway, and Moore-Williams is the grandson others who were part of the head of Sidney Moore Jr. and Minnie staff. The family would also like to Goodbear-Moore, Robert and Eve- thank the Pawnee War Mothers, the lyn Conley, Jim and Beatrice Monk Otoe War Mothers and the United and Jim and Coleta Williams. Keetoowah Band for all of their support and prayers. The 18-year-old Moore-Williams Courtesy of Native American Times recently graduated from Fort Gor- don, Ga., in the field of telecom- munications. He said he expects Private First Class Sean Moore-Williams seen here with his mother, Tonya Moore-Williams, and father, Eddie Williams, at to handle cable installations at the the Soldier Dance held at Sequoyah High School. German base once he arrives and is assigned to a unit. PAWNEE ELDERS TAHLEQUAH, Okla. - U.S. Army uled to be based in Schweinfurt, Moore-Williams graduated from Private First Class Sean Moore- Germany on Dec. 13, 2009. On Sequoyah High School in May and ADVISORY BOARD Williams (Pawnee/Otoe and April 1, 2010, he will be deployed reported to boot camp shortly af- MEAT PIE SALE! Keetoowah) of Tahlequah is sched- to Afganistan for approximately terward.

Friday- February 26th

Pawnee Nation WHAT HAVE THE ELDERS BEEN UP TO? Community House It’s that time of the year again when VI dining room in Pawnee, OK to the Elder’s Advisory Board begins discuss further activities and more 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. to raise funds for their upcoming information about the 2010 NICOA ELDERS ADVISORY 2010 National Indian Council on conference. To attend this confer- BOARD MEMBERS: $5.00 – includes Meat Aging Biennial Conference held ence it has been stressed by the pie, Dessert and Drink September 24th – 28th. Elders Advisory Board that all par- PRESIDENT – ticipation and involvement by the Mollie Davidson Call-in orders- This year the elders will be raising elders is highly encouraged in order 24 advance funds to go to Traverse City, Michi- for them to achieve their goal. VICE-PRESIDENT – gan where the conference will be Contact info: 762- held at the Grand Traverse Resort If you would like more information Sandra Moore 4042 and Spa. Their fundraisers have about the 2010 NICOA Biennial begun in January and will continue Conference or would like to help out SECRETARY – Thank you for until July or until they raise enough with any donations or volunteer ser- Vacant supporting your money to pay for their registration, vices during their fundraisers please Elders! hotel and travel expenses. contact an Elders Advisory Board TREASURER – Officer at (918) 762-4042 between Richard Roubedeaux The Elders Advisory Board will be the hours of 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. having a meeting on Thursday, Feb- *All proceeds go towards ruary 25th at 12:30 p.m. in the Title We thank you for your support. the elders 2010 NICOA Conference Page 12 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Bikes 4 Tykes Christmas Party Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 13 2010 NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENT ART COMPETITION Bringing Honor Through Education

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Picture by Dakota Monhatwa Picture by Caleb Leadingfox

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Picture by McCarthy Picture by Speakthunder Charlsi Lieb

Bringing Honor Through Education is the theme for the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Indian Education’s 2010 Native American Student Art Competition. The competition, which celebrates the values and successes of education in Native American communities, is open to all American Indian and Alaska Native students in grades Pre-K through 12. Winners will be announced in March 2010. This year, Dakota Monhatwa (Photography), Charlsi Lieb (Photography), McCarthy Speakthunder (Photography), Caleb Leadingfox (Photography), and Ron Rice III (Drawing not Pictured), students at the Pa

Information taken from the National Domestic Violence Hotline website @ http://www.ndvh.org/is-this-abuse/am- i-being-abused-2/ Page 16 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Piccolella-Gregory Brian Lee Piccolella and Gwen

s Renee Gregory wed Thursday, December 31, 2009, at 4 p.m. t in Pawnee before Pastor Lance Howell of Skedee Assembly of God.

h Parents of the couple are James & Kelly Rice of Pawnee and Joseph Piccolella, Jr. of Converse, TX & Susan Chap-

ig man of Pawnee.

l Ring bearer was their son, Gabe Piccolella. Soldier Comes Home

h They currently reside in Arizona. for Christmas Dance

PFC Pearle Mae Hare was home on leave from Ft. Bragg, South Carolina, attended the Pawnee Indian Veter- Happy 1st Birthday ans Christmas Dance. Pearle is the daughter of Karen Haymond and Water I. Hare Jr. Pearle has com- N ipawset Albin pleted her Basic Training and is now stationed at Ft. Bragg, South Carolina (Airborne Division), for her AIT train- ing. Her Uncle Ralph Haymond Jr., is the Pawnee Veterans Whipman and L ove, her Mother Karen R. Haymond is em- ployed by the Pawnee Nation, Enroll- Quannah, Mom & Dad ment Department. Her Father Walter I. Hare, Jr. is the Executive Director for the Tonkawa Tribe of Oklahoma.

Pawnee wrestlers win weight classes

Pawnee Tribal members Devyn EchoHawk, Marlin Miller and Marlon Houston, Jr. all placed 1st in their weight classes at the 2010 Carmen Classic Wrestling Tournament in Pawhuska, Ok. on January 22 & 24. Devyn wrestles at Heavyweight for the Pawnee Black Bears, he placed 4th at State and 1st in NW regionals last year. He is the son of David & Angie EchoHawk. Marlin Miller wrestles at 152 lbs and was a state qualifier last year. He wrestles for the Pawnee Black Bears. He is the son of Denise Miller. Marlon Houston, Jr. wrestles at 165 lbs and was last years State Champion at the OKWA State Tournament. He lives in Hominy with his parents, Marlon & Lakinda Houston. Community Hig Community Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 17

Con gratulations to Joseph Springer III Community Hig Joseph Springer III, 16, Otoe-Missouria, fied them for state as a team. Pawnee and Omaha, is a junior at Law- Joseph was named team captain for rence High School in Lawrence, Kansas. next year’s team. Joseph’s sister Jacy He is a member of the Lawrence High Springer, 14, Otoe-Missouria tribal mem- cross/country team, who won back to ber is also a member of the Lawrence back state titles in class 6A. (2008/2009) High School Cross/Country team. Jacy Joseph also qualified for All-State honors is the only freshman from Central Junior by finishing in 14th place with a time of High School to run for Lawrence High as 16:31 in the 5K race held at the University a freshman. Joseph & Jacy are the chil- of Kansas Rim Rock Farm in Lawrence, dren of Galen B. Springer, Lawrence, Kansas. Joseph also finished in 6th place Kansas and Vera J. Lyons, Pawnee, the Regional Cross/Country Champi- Oklahoma. Joseph’s grandparents are onships held at Haskell Indian Nations the late Joseph Jr. & Anna Mae Bassett University on Oct. 24th to qualify for the Springer, and the late Horace & Mar- state championships with a time of 16:13. cella Smith Lyons. We are very proud of Joseph was one of 3 from Lawrence High the accomplishments these two student- School who was named to the All-Area athletes bring to our community and for Team. Lawrence High won the team our Otoe-Missouria and Pawnee relatives championship at regional’s which quali- in Oklahoma. Quannah Morrison Receives student of the month Award Quannah Morrison was student of the month Sept/Oct for his Kindergarten class at Greylock Elementary school. He is five yrs old and enjoys school, playing hockey, basketball, baseball and soccer. Quannah also likes cheering for the Redsox, Celtics, Bruins and NE Patriots. He also enjoys playing with his little brother Nipawset Albin. Quannah is the son of Jamie Morrison and Ella Mae Jake-Blackowl of North Adams, Ma and the grandson of Elizabeth Blackowl of Pawnee, OK and Rene and Jannine Verhaegen of North Reading, MA. h Happy 13th HAPPY 2ND Birthday l BIRTHDAY Thomas Jr. ig AVEN KING

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Dad, Andrew t Mom & Dad Amber & s Aven King Page 18 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- t i ITLE v pART- c Recent OU Grad Accepts FDIC Position CAREGIVER NEWS reside. There, Andrea began carv- ing out her career in the financial By Nannie Sewell, Caregiver/Outreach Provider arena working as a loan processor at Insight Financial Credit Union Being a Caregiver can be a demanding and intimidating responsibil- while attending Valencia Commu- ity, especially if a medical emergency occurs. Learning just 5 basic nity College. She was a member of steps to emergency preparedness and having a first aid supply can give the Honor Society and Phi Theta you a greater level of comfort as a caregiver. Kappa. Returning to Oklahoma, Andrea Step 1 – Take a CPR class. The ABC’s of emergency response is: A continued the family tradition of (airway), B (breathing), and C (circulation). being an OU alumnus. She is third generation to complete her degree Step 2 – Learn the Heimlich maneuver. Learn to clear someone’s air- from the University. way in the event if food becomes lodged in the throat. Her maternal grandmother Theda Step 3 – Maintain a well-stocked first-aid kit. Keep a second first-aid GoodFox Kresge and her father kit in your car, and keep both out of the reach of children. Martin A. Oberly received degrees from OU. Andrea made the Dean's Step 4 – Keep a medical providers list and copies with you at all times. List and the President's list for her Always have doctor’s names and numbers on the list along with a list grade achievements. of all medications and other health facts. Have another list of family Andrea L. Oberly is a goal setter. Andrea is a descendent of Curly members to notify in case of an emergency. She was graduated from the Uni- Chief, Kitkahauki Chief and is versity of Oklahoma, December the great-great-granddaughter Step 5 – Buy an automatic blood pressure cuff. Learn to use one 18, 2009 with a B.A. in Public Af- of William (Buffalo Chief) and and practice using it regularly. On doctor’s visits check its accuracy fairs and Administration. against the physician’s blood pressure monitor. Taking and following Nannie Curly Chief Mathews. these steps in advance will help you handle a crisis and be prepared, While at OU, she was recruited by Maternal great-grandparents are if one should occur. the Federal Deposit Insurance Cor- the late Gertie Mathews GoodFox poration (FDIC) to participate in a Roberts and Thedore GoodFox, If you would like more information regarding our Caregiver Services program designed to train bank ex- Chaui. Paternal grandparents are please contact the Title VI Senior Program office at (918) 762-4042, aminers. Andrea spent two semes- the late Acee Oberly, Osage and Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. ters participating in the program; Eva Winerchee Oberly, Comanche. accomplishing it by carrying 24 Maternal grandparents are Theda hours each semester. GoodFox Wedgeworth Kresge and Grant M. Kresge and the late James After she graduated from the Uni- A. Wedgeworth. versity of Oklahoma, she accepted a position as a bank examiner with

FDIC and now works in Dallas, ~ TX. Andrea's proud parents are Kather- ine G. Geyer, Pawnee tribal mem- ber and husband David Geyer of Norman, OK and Martin A. Oberly, Comanche/Osage and wife Linda Oberly, of Yukon, OK. Following her graduation from Norman High School, Norman, OK, Andrea moved to Florida where her older brothers Evan with wife Heather and brother Robin Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 19 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTION PARTICIPANTS Fitness Center Weight By Florissa Kanuho There may be times when the pro- Loss Competition gram will have to be closed, so you In the next few weeks to several will need to call the office at (918) Four person teams with a entry fee of five dollars per person months, our program will be expe- 762-2541, ext. 21 or 26, to see if we (twenty dollar team cost) riencing a lot of construction to the are open. When possible, the pro- Sign up and initial weigh in will run from January 19, 2010 until Roam Chief Building. The program gram will let you know in advance, February 5, 2010. Duration of contest will be three months (Final will be undergoing an expansion to if we need to be closed. the building, which will provide weigh in will be May 7, 2010 by 6:30 p.m.) our program with new offices and We know that this is going to be a a waiting area. This will be done big inconvenience to you and we Prizes will be awarded for 1st through 3rd places. Prizes will be determined by total number of participants. in the warehouse area, so we will are asking you to bear with us dur- be finding alternate ways for you to ing this time. When it is all over, Weigh in will be done on a weekly basis on Friday throughout the the program will have a real nice take out your food. We will provide competition. carts to help transport your food to building that we can all be proud of your vehicle, as well as someone to and to help us better serve you. For more information, contact Mike Ortiz at 918-762-3000. help you.

IPwnees a Considered a reservation? By Alba Wade, mally reserved for school and agen- nee Tribe to use for whatever plans Appeals, relying on the John case, Communications Assistant cy purposes in addition to four, 10- prepared by the Tribe. In 1968, a concluded that all lands held in trust acre cemetery sites. An appropriate bill was passed that the Land be for the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes There have been questions, people $80,000 as partial payment for the held in trust by the United States for pursuant to act 5 of Congress are wondering if the Pawnee’s have a surplus lands was paid to the Tribe. the benefit of the Tribe. Indian country. reservation. If so, when did it come about, and how much land is in the In 1946, The Pawnee Tribe sought The fact that the Congress did not So based on history, The Pawnee reservation? You will now learn compensation for the failure of declare the lands of the Reserve a Reservation had to fight for the res- about the Pawnee Tribal Reserva- the United States to fulfill various reservation in the Act of October 2, ervation name, and still the land is tion and the history that it carries. treaty and legal obligations includ- (1968), does not mean that the Paw- in the hands of the Federal Govern- ing payments that the United States nee land is not a reservation. June ment. Being held in trust for the The Pawnee Tribal Reserve is agreed to pay. The Indian Claims 21, (1939), a case was made, United benefit of the Pawnee Tribe, but about 646 acres, plus four 10-acre Commission, which is a panel be- States v. John, 437 U.S., it declared according to the Division of Indian cemetery sites. This land was set tween the United States and Native that lands constituted a reservation Affairs, The Pawnee Tribal Reserve aside from the public domain by Americans. They claimed that the and indicated that this would be the constitutes a reservation. the Congress and “declared to be reservation was the Pawnee Tribe’s case whether or not a formal procla- held in trust by the United States for property, and made an agreement mation had been issued. So the answer to the question, “Does the benefit of the Pawnee Tribe of in 1892. The Pawnee Tribe was en- Pawnee have a reservation?” is Yes, Oklahoma.” The relevant history of titled to the rest of the payment for In 1980, the Court Appeals in Chey- Pawnee does have a reservation the Reserve began with the Cession the reserved lands, but it was put at enne-Arapaho Tribes v. Oklahoma, throughout Pawnee County. There Agreement with the Jerome Com- the rate of the (1892) agreement, so was asked to determine whether are about 646 acres of land that mission of November 2, 1892. it was only $1.25 per acre and was certain lands held in trust for the proudly belong to Pawnee Tribe. not fair market at the time of con- Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes consti- Then on March 3, 1893, an agree- veyance. tutes Indian country. Like the Paw- I way too a hay (Thank You) ment was made between the Paw- nee’s, the Cheyenne-Arapaho made nee’s and the United States, that the In 1953, the Pawnee’s were never the Cession Agreement with the Je- Information researched from the land was to be used for “churches, paid for the remainder of the re- rome Commission. Congress enact- Division of Indian Affairs- Jurisdic- educational purposes, or for public served lands. When the reservation ed a series of special statutes declar- tional status of the Pawnee Tribal use by the United States.” The lands was no longer needed, The Bureau ing certain land to be held in trust Reserve. were to be credited to the Pawnee of Indian Affairs issued a year-to for the Cheyenne-Arapahos’ for Tribe. 800 acres of land were for- year revocable permit to the Paw- their benefit of course. The Court of Page 20 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010-

Francis Edward Wheeler Alba Jo “Jody” Beard October 24, 1934 - December 13, 2009 May 21, 1953 - December 8, 2009 Francis Edward Wheeler, Sr., age 75, went to be Alba Jo “Jody” Beard was born on May 21, 1953 at Clinton Indian Hospi- with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December tal in Clinton, OK to Gilbert Beard and Mabel Louise Leading Fox Beard. 13, 2009 in Tulsa, OK after a brief illness. He was She passed from this life on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 in Tulsa, OK having born in Pawnee, OK on October 24, 1934 to Antoine reached the age of 56 years, 6 months, and 17 days. and Ruby Bell Burnett Wheeler. He grew up in Pawhuska, OK attending Immaculate Conception Jody attended Chilocco Indian School and Fort Sill Indian School. She was Catholic School and graduating from Pawhuska an avid reader of the bible, and loved to sing praises to the Lord, and more High in School in 1951. He attended Tonkawa than anything, she loved to share teachings of the Lord with others. Junior College where he was an avid sportsman playing football and basketball. In 1953, Francis Jody was survived by two brothers, Lorenzo Beard, Moore, OK and Wil- transferred to Northeastern State University, liam Beard, Yukon, OK, two sisters, Suzi Pickering, Pawnee, OK, Sharon earning letters in both football and basketball. He was a member of the Beard, Pawnee, OK, and a daughter, Jacquelyn Beard, Pawnee, OK. Plus 1953 team that won the Oklahoma Collegiate Conference championship. He numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. Jody graduated in 1955 with a bachelor’s degree in secondary education. was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Mabel Beard, brothers, Jimmy Dale Beard, Gilbert Beard Jr., and Jacob Keith Beard, and her sis- He married Dorotha Crumrine in 1956 and they had 4 children. Francis ters, Kip Beard, Johnnie Mae Tiger, and Lena Denise Beard. Interment began his professional career at the high school level as a football, basketball, was held at the North Indian cemetery, Pawnee, OK. wrestling, and baseball coach and principal. He coached at Stilwell, Broken Arrow, Glenpool, Tulsa McClain and Tulsa Memorial where he was head football coach. In 1966, Francis began coaching at the University of Tulsa serving as defensive line coach and defensive coordinator under head coach Glenn Dobbs. He left coaching in 1969, going into private business. He was a manufacturer’s rep for various sporting goods and apparel lines. In 1988, he opened Three Flags Smokeshop, later he acquired numerous smoke shops in the Tulsa area. Lucille Marie (Wilson) Wilde In 2006, Francis served as President of the NSU Athletic Association and January 19, 1934 - January 21, 2010 was on the Board of Directors. He also was on the Foundation Board of Memorial Services for Lucille Marie (Wilson) Wilde, 76, of Tulsa, were Directors for NSU. In 2005, he was inducted into the Northeastern State held January 24, 2010 at the Johnson Funeral Chapel in Sperry, OK. David University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2008, Francis was chairman of the Hall of Fame Committee. He also chaired the assistance plan for the NSU Athletic L. Wilde officiated and services were entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, Association. On September 26, 2009, his beloved NSU honored Francis by Sperry. naming the locker room after him. He was a member of St. Vincent De Paul Lucille was born January 19, 1934 in Mountainburg, Arkansas to David Church in Coweta. L. and Bessie G. (Stokes) Wilson. She passed away January 21, 2010 in Mr. Wheeler was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Antoine Tulsa, OK. “Tony” Wheeler. He is survived by: his daughter, Shelly Wheeler Cahalen and husband, Danny of Flower Mound, TX; and sons, Tony and wife, Vicki of She worked for 44 years as a public notary and an income tax preparer. She Flower Mound, TX, Francis, Jr., and wife, Lisa of Broken Arrow, Richard enjoyed gardening, wood carving, Indian art work, raising her 4 children, 9 and wife, Jimmie of Wagner; sister-in-law, Lina Wheeler of Pawhuska; grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren. Lucille and Sherman took children 1 niece and 2 nephews. Grandchildren include Jacob Cahalen and wife, from the Turley Children’s Home to boxing matches all over Oklahoma. Casie, Jessica Cahalen, Ty Wheeler and Whitney Wheeler, Jared Wheeler, Cody Wheeler and Caleb Wheeler. Surviving great-grandchildren are Presley She is survived by her husband of 57 years Sherman Wilde Sr.; daughter, Cahalen and Cash Cahalen. In addition, Francis is survived by his longtime Joyce Spencer and husband Silas; son, Sherman “Cochise” Wilde Jr. and girlfriend and business partner, Janie Fellers. His dog, Smokey will greatly wife Cindy; Daughter, Delores Harkey and Husband Glen; Brothers, Curtis miss him. Wilson and Dub Wilson of Sperry; Grandchildren, Misty Belcoff, Mandy Ketchum, Tonya Hall, Christina Harkey, Shawn Wilde, Sherman “Trae” Services were held at 1 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2009 at St. Benedict’s Wilde, Valerie Taylor, Sheran Wilde and Justin Harkey; 13 more great- in Broken Arrow, OK with Father Joe Townsend officiating. grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, David L. and Bessie G. (Stokes) Wilson; daughter, Sharon Lou Wilde; Great Grandson, Shawn D. Wilde Jr. Online condolences can be made at johnsonfhsperry.com. Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 21

Stacy L. “Bo Bo” Mathews PAWNEE IHS NEW PATIENT PROCEDURES May 3, 1951 - January 13, 2010 If you are a new patient, it is easy to • Picture ID establish a chart, but the following • Social Security card Stacy L. “Bo Bo” Mathews was born on May 3, 1951 in Pawnee, OK to items are required: • Insurance cards (both front and Arlene Fern Mathews. He passed from this life on Wednesday, January back copies) 13, 2010 in Pawnee, OK having reached the age of 58 years, 8 months, Adults and children: and 10 days. He moved to Pawnee from Tulsa approximately five years • Certificate Degree of Indian All children and expecting mothers ago, and was affiliated with the Pawnee Indian Baptist church. He Blood (self, parent or spouse) who are new will need to visit with traveled a lot and had many friends. He knew many people, famous • Children using a parents CDIB Patient Benefits coordinator to enroll and not so famous, and never knew a stranger. Bo Bo had a good sense must have a State issued birth for Oklahoma Soonercare/ Medic- of humor and loved to tease people. He never missed a chance to “tear certificate aid. someone up”. • and/or Proof of Tribal enrollment Bo Bo is survived by 2 daughters: Arlene Mathews, Altus, OK and • Picture ID Starting October 7, 2009 operating Rachael Mathews, Norman, OK, two grandchildren, Mya Winsea, • Social Security card hours are Monday- Friday 8:00am- McCloud, OK and Nolan Winsea, McCloud, OK, Sisters, Margaret • Insurance cards (both front and 4:30pm, to be seen in the Medical Ahhaitty, Tuttle, OK, Helen Pickering, Pawnee, OK, Blanche Smith, back copies) Clinic you must check in before Pawnee, OK, Jean Grant, Pawnee, OK, and Ruth Pickup, Pawnee, 3:30pm. OK. Plus a number of other relatives, and many friends. Pregnant non- Indian women: • Certificate Degree of Indian We have also begun immunizing our Bo Bo was preceded in death by his twin brother, Robert Joe Mathews, • Blood (Child’s Father) patients over age 18 against seasonal son, Billy Joe “Mikey” Tiger: mother, Arlene Mathews, and grandmoth- • and/or Proof of Tribal enrollment Flu (Influenza), all children over 6 er, Cecelia Mathews. • Marriage License or notarized months old are urged to receive flu • Paternity Affidavit shots. Children’s vaccine will be Services were held at 11am , Saturday, January 16, 2010 at the Pawnee • Proof of Pregnancy (letter from available within 30-45 days. You Indian Baptist Church, Pawnee, OK with Rev. Warren Pratt, Jr. and Doctor, Health Department, or can receive a flu shot any day of the Jarvis LeRoy officiating. Interment held at the South Indian Cemetery, Ultrasound picture) week by checking in at registration. Pawnee, OK under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home, Pawnee, OK. PAWNEE NATION STAFF DIRECTORY Building 64: 762-3621 Building #1: 762-3624 • Executive Office • Tax Office/Enrollment Office • Pawnee Business Council • Repatriation • Finance • Human Resources Pawnee Tribal Court: 762-3649 • Grants & Contracts • IT Department Wellness Center • Tribal Planner/ANA SEDS • REACH US 2010: 762-6495 • Communications • Title VI: 762-4042 • ICDBG/Health Center Project • 0-2- Day Care: 762-2489 • Indian Child Welfare: 762-3358 Pawnee Nation College • Albin Leadingfox Building: 762-3343 Roam Chief Building: 762-2541 • Diabetes Tribal Development Corporation: 762-4832 • Education & Training • CHR’s I.H.S. Housekeeping: 762-3605 • Food Distribution

Family Development Center Fire Station • Fitness Center: 762-3000 • Pawnee Nation P.D.: 762-3013 • Hukasa Child Center: 762-3007 • DECS/ Transportation: 762-3655

Pawnee Nation Housing: 762-3454 Property/Roads: 762-2273 Substance Abuse Program: 762-2153 Page 22 Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- TeFeshnessh r H eALTHY nations Of A Dream sports update By Suzy Knife Chief Snell, HP/DP raised money for the girls to be head- By, Theda GoodFox Kresge Healthy Nations ing to the OSU vs. OU game on Feb- ruary 6th with a shout out to them Her emails have two statements at Health Promotions / Disease Preven- during half time. Prior to the game, the bottom; “Let's be realistic. Try tion (HP/DP) “Healthy Nations” de- the girls will be treated to Ci Ci’s the impossible.” and “How about it? partment is finishing up “Tiny Tot” pizza. On behalf of the 4th grade Let's raise some hell!” The first is 2nd, 3rd, 4th grade basketball sea- girls, thanks so much for everyone’s from Che Guevara and the second son from the beginning of October support with the fundraiser. There was said by Clyde Warrior (Ponca). thru the end of January. 2nd and 3rd was a great turnout and the girls will The two are reflective of the young graders are in a tournament the week enjoy their reward. Pawnee woman, of dreaming im- of January 18-23. possible dreams and then disquietly Everyone who played did an awe- moving to make changes sometimes The boys (40% Native American some job with great team sportsman- (NA)) are at Olive, coached by Her- becoming distressed and uneasy ship as well as the coaches. The kids man and Chris Sleeper. The girls when results began occurring as have made milestones leading up to (43% NA) are at Agra, coached by they always do. be true Lady Bears and Black Bears! Trinity Brown and Hether Heisler. When it comes down to the wire, She is Julia Good Fox, a recent ad- Although they didn’t place, it’s the fundamentals create a great bas- dition to the Board of Trustees at experience that was gained. All ketball team. Whether it’s shooting Pawnee Nation College. Julia is Julia Good Fox, recent addition coaches should be commended on skills, dribbling skills, passing skills, half-Pawnee and an enrolled tribal to the Board of Trustees at the efforts they put forth creating fun moving, or making free throws, good Pawnee Nation College. member. A Professor who teaches at with fundamentals! habits are successful. Children learn Haskell Indian Nations University, The week of January 25-30; 4th things quick while they are young with no habits to speak of. If they she is also the Acting Chair of their lia sometimes reflects on the fact grade boys and girls will be in their learn 3 seconds in the lane, double Indigenous and American Indian that her late grandmother Gertie tournament. The boys (56% NA) are dribbling and walking now in grade Studies Program. Other duties are Mathews GoodFox Roberts was a going to Glencoe, being coached by school. The habit will be formed by being on the Executive Commit- Haskell graduate in the mid-1920s. Thad Brady, James Black, and Nolan tee, Faculty Senate Committee and Grant. The girls (85% NA) will stay the time they hit middle school. And Gertie married Theodore “Teddy” that’s what I call Basketball!! serving on the Editorial Board of GoodFox and they had one child, here at Pawnee who had an excel- Wicazo Su Review, a journal. a daughter. Teddy died suddenly lent undefeated season 10-0 going into the tournament, being coached Julia received her BA from the Uni- when the baby was two years old. Teddy had one brother Lawrence by Suzy Snell, Kelly Pickering, and Attention: WANTED 5th grade versity of Oklahoma in 1993, and girls for the basketball league start- GoodFox, Sr. Steve Nelson. her MA in 1996, also from OU. She ing now thru middle of March. The 4th grade girls Indian Taco sale is currently a Ph. D. Candidate from That baby was me. Kansas University, the American Studies Program. Julia asked me if I would write this news release about her recent Trust- Her past experience is in public Gym Hours ee position. Julia wants to do the February 8- March 12 health and information technology. best she is capable of doing for the Julia's passion is the tribal college college and the students. I know she Monday: 2:30-5:30= High School Practice movement; she hopes someday is a producer and motivator and will 5:30-6:30= 5th Girls Practice to see all the tribal colleges on an accomplish what is possible. Tuesday: 2:30-5:30= HS Practice equal footing with non-Indian col- Julia is the youngest of my brood. 6:00-8:00 pm= Students Open Gym leges and universities. Julia relates She never knew her father. He 8:00-10:00 pm= Adults Open Gym how those who are not a part of trib- walked out of our lives when she Wednesday: 2:30-5:30 pm= HS Practice al colleges sometimes deflect the was three. 6:00-7:30 pm= 5th Boys Practices achievements and academic pur- suits of those who are graduates of Life sometimes plays cruel tricks. Thursday: 2:30-5:30 pm= HS Practice the tribal colleges. I never knew my father but I had a 6:00-8:00 pm= Students Open Gym grandmother and grandfather who 8:00-10:00 pm= Adults Open Gym Aside from her scholastic and gave me a strong foundation. I hope Friday: 2:30-5:30 pm= HS Practice intellectual achievements, Ju- I did the same for Julia. Chaticks si Chaticks -February 2010- Page 23

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