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Scott, Souther Named the Nez Perce Tribe Elders of the Year Nez Perce Tribe’s By Kathy Hedberg, lems and Scott Water Rights Lewiston Tribune said she has Administration Two Nez received “ex- Perce Tribe elders cellent care” Code Approved by who have devoted from her family the U.S. Department their lives to the and caregivers. of the Interior good of their peo- “She’s ple were honored been my guid- Lapwai, Idaho – On this week by the ing light,” Scott December 16, 2020, the tribe’s senior advi- said of his wife. U.S. Department of the In- sory board and sen- “She’s been terior (Interior) approved ior citizens center. my chief all my the Nez Perce Tribal Water Wilfred life. Every place Rights Administration Code “Scotty” Scott, we’ve been, after completing its required 89, and Mary she’s been there review. Assistant Secre- Jane “Tootsie” Wilfred “Scotty” Scott, 89, & Mary Jane “Tootsie” Souther, 84, were named the with me. Right tary for Indian Affairs Tara Souther, 84, were Nez Perce Tribe male and female Elders of the Year. (Photo: Nez Perce Tribe) now we’re hav- Sweeney, contacted Nez named the Nez ing a tough Perce Tribal Executive Com- Perce Tribe male and female visory Committee Treasurer, time, but it’s going to be OK.” mittee (NPTEC) Chairman, Elders of the Year on Tues- for his “willing heart for eve- Souther, who said she Shannon Wheeler personally day. Both were presented a rything that he does” involv- had not been to one of the to relay this development. certificate and a blue Pend- ing tribal activities, local pow- senior events since March, The Nez Perce Tribe’s (Tribe) leton blanket in thanks for wows and travels to historical was surprised by the honor. Water Rights Administration their service to the tribe. Nez Perce sites in Montana “I want to tell all of you Code provides for the Tribe’s Neither Scott nor and Idaho. He is a U.S. Navy I love you and really appreci- use and protection of its wa- Souther could be reached veteran and has worked ex- ate just to be recognized as ter rights, including those for comment Wednesday. tensively with tribal veterans. an elder,” she said. “I never confirmed through the Snake Scott, one of the found- When presented with thought, and praise the Lord, River Basin Adjudication. ing members of the Nez Perce his gifts, Scott said he wanted that I got up to this age.” Chairman Wheeler Tribal Executive Committee wife Bessie’s name added to Slickpoo praised South- observed, “The Tribe’s Wa- in 1974, was lauded by Allen the certificate. Bessie Scott is er for her “unselfish service” ter Rights Administration Slickpoo Jr., the Senior Ad- suffering some medical prob- to the Nez Perce people. Both Code ensures that the Tribe she and Scott were elected – not the Bureau of Indian overwhelmingly by a majority Affairs—is responsible for of the seniors, Slickpoo said. administering the Tribe’s As they sat side-by- water rights. This approval side while pictures were tak- has been a long time coming en and congratulations of- -- we submitted our Code in fered, Scott leaned over to 2018, and we met with the Souther and said: “At least Department of the Interior we won’t challenge the elec- Continue Reading Water Code tion and demand a recount.” on Page 3 2 CULTURAL Nimiipuutímtki- The People’s Language (Nee-mee-poo-timt-key)

January Wilúupup (wa-lew-poop) “Cold air travels”

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Wilúupup | January CULTURAL 3 Water Code Continued regulation, dispute resolution, from Front Page and use of Tribal water rights Office of the Solicitor in Sep- consistent with the needs of tember, 2019 as part of our ecosystems, natural resourc- Washington, DC delegation.” es, and cultural resources.” The Tribe’s Water “As we look forward Rights Administration Code to a future in which water be- was adopted by NPTEC on comes even more valuable for December 31, 2019 by Nez all uses, this Code ensures Perce Resolution 20-117 fol- that the Tribe will be respon- lowing a 30-day tribal member sible for making the decisions comment period. The Inte- about the protection and use rior’s required review focused of its water rights,” concluded on ensuring that the rights of Chairman Wheeler. “We will Allottees, to the use of wa- be putting a team together to ter in quantities necessary to develop strategies, but we are carry out the purposes of a confident this will be a great trust allotment, are secure. opportunity for the Tribal mem- The overarching pur- bership. This large step will al- pose of the Code, set forth low us to further diversify our in section 3-3-2, is “[t]o pro- revenue streams and continue vide an orderly system for development for a healthy, the protection, allocation, and prosperous people.”

Winter Session of Strengthening Families Program to be Offered

(Kamiah)-The Upriv- children is available, as well there has shown that youth in more than 25 countries. er Youth Leadership Council as mileage reimbursement for who took part in the program (UYLC) will be offering The all families who complete the have had significantly lower For more informa- Strengthening Families Pro- entire fourteen-week class. rates of using alcohol and tion, including how to reg- gram (SFP) beginning Janu- After dinner, families other drugs and have also ister for upcoming sessions, ary 20th. This program is a are divided into groups, with had fewer behavioral prob- please contact Tina Brot- free, fourteen-week interac- adults and children meeting lems in school. The program nov at (208)-743-0392 or tive workshop for parents and separately. In their session, is offered in all 50 states and email [email protected]. children ages 12 to 16. Classes youths are led by two trained will begin at 5:30 pm at the facilitators through various UPRIVERYOUTHLEADERSHIPCOUNCIL Kamiah High School, and are activities, games, and discus- PRESENTS- facilitated by Jennifer Heitman, sions. Issues that are covered AT KAMIAH HIGH SCHOOL (711 9TH ST) Carrie Wiley, Amber Hood- include setting goals, appreci- man, and Tina Brotnov. COV- ating their parents, and deal- ID-19 protocols and protective ing with peer pressure, among STRENGTHENING measures will be observed. other topics. In the meantime, The sessions, which are the parents, working with a FAMILIES PROGRAM designed to improve relation- trained facilitator as well, dis- ships between parents and cuss different expectations NOWTAKINGREGISTRATIONFORWINTERSEASON their children, include dinner, of parents that occur when games, discussions, shared ac- raising adolescents, such as EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING JANUARY 20TH FOR 14 tivities and more. Each week's showing love, setting limits, WEEKS. 5:30 - 8:00. two-and-a-half-hour session making house rules, and en- begins with a free family din- couraging good behavior. The Provided : Dinner, All Program Materials, Ideas and ner. "We will offer nutritious parents and their children Activities for the Family , and Mileage meals that are family-friendly then reunite for a one-hour Reimbursement. Childcare is available. through an Aim High New York family activity that promotes For Adults with Youth Ages 12-16 Life Grant as well as partner- team building. “This program To Register Call Tina Brotnov (208-743-0392) or ships with local restaurants will enlarge your tool belt as a email [email protected] and churches" said Sharlene parent,” stated Jennifer Heit- But hurry, this is limited to 10 families! Johnson, UYLC Executive Di- man, a Kamiah Middle School rector. Johnson also noted that teacher who participated in there will be family-friendly the training, “You will gain door prizes throughout the skills and strategies that build course and that all graduat- your family’s relationships.” ing families will be entered Strengthening Families into a drawing for a grand was developed at Iowa State prize. Childcare for younger University. Research done Wilúupup | January 4 COMMUNITY A New Level of Fitness Comes to the Nez Perce Reservation

With 2021 being a new own personal experience to year, many people have de- be paramount to his success veloped health and fitness and heavily contributes to his resolutions. Previous resolu- goals as a personal trainer. “I tions may have been unsuc- have been my own guinea pig cessful year after year due to to research and attempt new limited resources in the area. exercises and techniques,” The opportunity is here to he stated. “I have a vast ex- jump start your resolution with ercise library memorized to a local Native fitness trainer. customize any plan to fit the Nathan Sahme is a cer- needs and goals of my clients.” tified personal trainer and the A lot of people dread the proud owner of New Level Fit- cardio portion of their exercise, ness. Sahme’s wife is Tarese but Sahme says he craves it. Sahme (Oatman), his children Running and High Intensity In- are Axel, Bronx, and Tyanne terval Training (HIIT), are his Hillman. Sahme’s parents are specialties. HIIT allows indi- Willie Sahme and Charli Mo- viduals to train for shorter time ser (Barden). His paternal periods and burn more calories, grandparents are Lilly Kauff- which is perfect for those who man and Sal Sahme, and his don’t have time to workout. maternal grandparents are on the Nez Perce Reserva- people and my community “I have the skillset to LaVern and Marie Barden. tion and surrounding areas. how to use nutrition and ex- train anyone of any age and Sahme is Nez Perce/ By utilizing New Level ercise to live a healthier life.” with any type of goal, but Warm Springs and a member Fitness, Sahme and two of Sahme attended Lewis- my ideal client would be a of the Confederated Tribes of his clients were successful in ton High School where he be- teen or college athlete look- the Warm Springs Reservation. the 2020 Nez Perce Tribe’s 10 gan to take interest in physi- ing to improve their perfor- Sahme grew up in Lapwai and week Fitness Challenge. Out cal exercise and nutrition at mance,” said Sahme. “My Lewiston and currently works of 167 participants, Sahme’s the age of twelve. He par- goal is to show people how to with clients in Kamiah, Lap- wife took 4th place in the ticipated in varsity sports and break through their plateaus wai, Lewiston and Clarkston. women’s fat loss category. all-state teams while in high and get on a new level. I will Sahme obtained his Sahme’s sister, Chantal Ellen- school. “Senior year, I was train my clients to push past Personal Trainer Certifica- wood, took 2nd place in total the heaviest I’ve ever been the point where their mind tion in June of 2020 through inches lost and Sahme took at 235 pounds and decided it and body tell them to stop.” the National Academy of 1st place in total inches lost. was time to drop my football New Level Fitness pro- Sports Medicine (NASM), and “My overall goal of ob- weight,” said Sahme. “I began vides online fitness coaching created New Level Fitness. taining this certification is to a basic diet and by prom I had and includes a custom diet New Level Fitness is a begin an online, and in per- lost 30 pounds. Since then, plan, custom exercise plan, personal training program of- son training service,” said I’ve constantly researched new supplement protocol, healthy fered to community members Sahme. “I want to show my exercise techniques and diets.” habits and lifestyle coach- Sahme graduated from ing, with a weekly account- Lewiston High School in 2006, ability check in from Sahme. 10 Week Fitness Challenge Results and has retained years of de- New Level Fitness of- tailed study and nutritional fers affordable starting pric- experience. He developed a es, will keep individuals mo- passion for health and went tivated, and offers the luxury to work for GNC in Lewiston. of healthy meal prep. In per- Sahme worked as a sales as- son training is also offered at sociate at GNC from 2010 to the client’s desired location 2020. “Working in the supple- Sahme is currently ment industry for ten years has working on a New Level Fit- rounded out my personal train- ness website and an app to er skillset,” said Sahme. “Sup- provide exercises and diets for plements can take your train- the week. Multiple tiers will be ing to a whole new level and I created for clients to select the have the knowledge to incor- best program to suit their goals. porate a supplement stack to Contact Nathan Sahme meet the goals of my clients.” for more information at Sahme has been in the (208) 816-2548 or by email fitness field for over twenty newlevelfitnesscoach@gmail. Before After years. He considers the knowl- com. Sign up with New Level edge he’s gained from his Fitness at ptdistinction.com. Wilúupup | January COMMUNITY 5 2x WNBA Champion Coach Brian Agler Returns to Lapwai for Third Annual Holiday Hoops

By Brady Frederick, KLEW wellness. In a year like 2020, Coach Brian Agler, it was as important as ever. a two-time WNBA cham- "People are home and pion, returned to Lapwai, they’re getting cabin fever. Idaho to host his third an- This gives them an opportu- nual holiday hoops camp. nity to work on their men- Agler coached the Seat- tal, physical, and emotional tle Storm and LA Sparks to WNBA health," said Rika Powaukee, titles, and holds the best win/ the organizer of the event. loss record in league history. "If you have great ex- At these camps, looks to periences in sports, this is teach more than just basketball. why sports are so important. "it’s just a chance for You go through your ups and us to work on skills, talk about downs, you deal with adver- the importance of any skill. sity," Agler said. “And how Whether its basketball, or you deal with adversity in a lot music, or reading,” he said. of ways is how you’re going The holiday tradition to deal with your life issues.” looks different due to - cov The event was free of id-19. Instead of large groups, charge. Each participant got the event had smaller ses- to take home a water bot- sions in groups of eight. But tle, a basketball, and some that allowed more one-on- Adidas gear, donated by one time with coach Agler. WNBA MVP Candace Parker. "Everything we have These short sessions done here today is things that leave a big impact, and the play- they can work on in their drive- ers all say they had a great time way, out in the back yard, or in learning from one of the best. their own school gym," he said. "I think it’s cool that he In each 50-minute came down from far to come slot, the kids learned a va- here, a small town," said 7th riety of drills to train on the grader Madden Bisbee, a future fundamentals of basketball. Lapwai Wildcats Point Guard On Monday, the camp "It’s really great to held a zoom teleconference. come up here and to give A group of participants from the Holiday Hoops Camp pose for a photo with Topics ranged from basket- back to this community and Coach Brian Agler. (Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune Photo) ball to mental health and be a part of this," Agler said. Jackie Carson Retires from the Nez Perce Tribe

The NPT Finance Department Accounts Payable team, (L to R) Trish Wicks, Jackie Carson receiving a Pendleton blanket from NPTEC Chairman, Jackie Carson, Starr Wallace. Shannon Wheeler and NPTEC Chaplain, Arthur Broncheau.

Congratulations to Jackie Carson on her retirement after serving the people for 22 years. Carson retired from the Nez Perce Tribe finance department on Monday, January 4, 2021. “My co-workers became my family. I am going to miss everyone,” stated Carson. Wilúupup | January 6 SPORTS Wildcats Keep Bulldogs at Bay Lapwai turns back challenge from Grangeville

By Madison Guernsey, wins on its resume. Most no- to still get to play these big- too little time to come back. Lewiston Tribune table was a 43-41 win Dec. ger schools and get to play After Smith’s basket Lapwai has a chance 12 at Cole Valley Christian of against tougher competition tied it for Grangeville, the to prove that it’s once again Meridian, the reigning Class 2A and prepare us for our season.” Bulldogs missed six consecu- a state title contender. Gran- state runner-up. The Bulldogs Grangeville put Lapwai tive shots and two free throws geville has a chance to prove proved to be one of the tough- on the ropes when Macy Smith and didn’t score again until it belongs in that conversation. est tests of the season thus far tied the game at 37 with 6:08 there was less than a min- At times Wednesday, for Lapwai — the No. 1-ranked left in regulation. The Wild- ute remaining. Grangeville both teams did just that. team and defending Class 1A cats missed their first six shots had, perhaps, finally run out Lapwai held off Gran- Division I state champ — bat- of the period and had a few of gas after battling the upt- geville 46-40 in the champi- tling the Wildcats to a rare nar- turnovers, allowing the Bull- empo Wildcats tough through- onship game of the four-team row margin and holding them dogs to grab the momentum. out the game with an under- post-Christmas tournament at to a season-low in points. But it didn’t last long. manned, three-player bench. the new Lewiston High School But Lapwai (9-0) af- Omari Mitchell drained a base- The game was tied mul- in the Orchards. It wasn’t a typ- firmed its status as one of Ida- line jumper to put Lapwai up tiple times in the third quarter, ical dominant effort by Lapwai, ho’s elite teams, making clutch 39-37 at the 4:26 mark, and and Grangeville briefly led twice but it might prove to be one shots in key moments to stay Jordyn McCormack-Marks in the period, 26-25 and 28-27. of the Wildcats’ highest-quality unbeaten this season and run drilled a 3-pointer to make it It put Lapwai in a largely un- wins by the end of the season. its winning streak to 26 games 42-37. Grace Sobotta drove practiced scenario. The Wild- Grangeville (8-3) en- dating to Dec. 27, 2019. in the dagger when she cats’ average margin of vic- tered the game ranked No. “Coming off the holiday ended a long Wildcats pos- tory this season is 23.9 points. 4 in the most recent Idaho weekend, it’s always tough,” session with a 3 around the “They did a really coaches’ Class 2A poll and has Lapwai coach Ada Marks said. 1:05 mark. It gave Lapwai a Continue Reading Wildcats some impressive early-season “But we’re glad that we’re able 45-37 lead and Grangeville on Page 7 He’s in Select Company It’s not easy to stand out in the annals of Lapwai High boys’ basketball, but Emmit Taylor III has found a way: by playing D-I By Madison Guernsey, that, he was one of the best letic Conference championship reach the Division I level — Lewiston Tribune high school players in Idaho, when he was a freshman, re- his passion for basketball and Bob Sobotta Jr. knows Lapwai showcasing a pure shooting peating their effort from the poise under pressure added to basketball history as well as stroke and game-changing previous year. (Both titles a desirable combination of size anyone. He can’t re-call any scoring ability that led Lapwai eventually were vacated after (6-foot-4) and natural skill. Division I men’s bas-ketball to back-to-back Class 1A Divi- NIC was penalized for com- But it can be difficult for play- players other than Em-mit sion I state championships. mitting numerous violations). ers to make it big from Lapwai Taylor III who have hailed from As a senior, he was named Taylor garnered Division — its population is just more Lapwai High School. The the classification’s player of I offers from ISU, Florida Gulf than 1,000 and showcase op- small school on Idaho’s Nez the year in the state and was Coast and Bryant (Rhode Is- portunities might be hard to Perce Reservation holds a nominated to play in the Mc- land), according to the basket- come by. Sobotta realized Tay- special place in local hoops Donald’s All-American game. ball recruiting site verbalcom- lor was on par with big-city lore. Taylor is one of its After high school, he mits.com. He signed with the kids when he proved it during most special players. He’s one moved a couple hours north Bengals in November, complet- his senior season at Lapwai. of many former Wildcat stars to start his college career at ing a Lapwai-to-Division I jour- At a holiday tournament to reach the next level, but NIC, where the men’s basket- ney few others have traveled. that December, Taylor scored 16 one of few who’ve been ball program has built a repu- “I think that he’s the points in Lapwai’s win against advanced to D-I. The Lap- tation of winning and sending trendsetter there for being one Spokane’s North Central, and wai native made the move its players to higher levels of of the first,” said Sobotta Jr., followed it with 31 points and official in fall 2019 when he college basketball. Taylor’s who coached Taylor during his 12 rebounds the next day in signed with Idaho State, and shooting and scoring abilities final two years at Lapwai and a one-point loss to Spokane’s is in the midst of his first sea- carried over to the two-year whose family name bespeck- Ferris in the championship. son of big-time college ball. junior college. In 61 games, les the chronology of Lapwai North Central and “As a kid, I always he averaged 12.5 points — hoops. “He’s definitely one of Ferris each have enroll- dreamed of playing college bas- logging 14 20-point games the very few, probably in the ments above 1,000. Lap- ketball — not necessarily Divi- — and made 40.1 percent of history.” (Note: Trevon Allen, wai’s is a little above 100. sion I, but just getting to the his 3-pointers. In the 10th who starred for the University “That Ferris game, it just college level and playing bas- game of his freshman sea- of Idaho and now is playing kind of gave a lot of legitimacy ketball,” Taylor said. “So being son, he buried 12 3s en route professionally in Poland, hails in terms of his being able to Division I, it means a lot to me.” to a career-high 46 points. from Lapwai but played high play at any level,” Sobotta said. Taylor spent the past He also experienced school basketball at Clarkston). Ryan Looney took two years at North Idaho Col- more team success. The Car- Sobotta noted several Taylor Continued on lege in Coeur d’Alene. Before dinals won the Northwest Ath- attributes that helped Taylor Page 7 Wilúupup | January SPORTS 7 Wildcats Continued we just didn’t move the ball dogs corralled 12 offensive time we really talked about, from Page 6 well as we should’ve at times.” rebounds and scored 28 of ‘Clean it up on the defensive good job about being men- Grangeville imposed their 40 points on 2-pointers. end so they don’t get extra tally strong and just play- its height advantage by slip- “They were really ag- shots,’ and they did a lot bet- ing through things,” Marks ping inside for good looks at gressive on their offensive ter at that in the second half.” said. “Grangeville came back the hoop and crashing the boards,” Marks said. “That Glory Sobotta scored and got real close. (Her play- offensive boards. The Bull- was the one thing at half- a team-high 10 points for ers) just have more of a per- Lapwai. Grace Sobotta add- severance, an attitude now ed nine points, six steals than they used to, and that’s and four assists, and Lau- what I love about this team.” ren Gould chipped in sev- Lapwai’s offense, which en points and 10 rebounds. entered the game averaging Camden Barger led 62 points per game, was out Grangeville with a game- of sorts against Grangeville, high 16 points, and Bai- which switched between man- ley Vanderwall added 10. to-man and zone defenses to Grangeville gets its next get the Wildcats out of rhythm. chance to prove its rank Jan. Some offensive possessions 5 at home against Nezperce. displayed patience and savvy Lapwai can extend its winning ball movement, and others streak Jan. 5 at St. Maries. were rushed and ended with a missed shot or a turnover. GRANGEVILLE (8-3) Lapwai shot a combined 4-for- Camden Barger 5 5-6 16, Macy 22 in the second and fourth Smith 2 0-0 4, Talia Brown 2 quarters, but was 11-for-21 0-0 4, Zoe Lutz 2 0-0 4, Cam- in the first and third periods. eran Green 1 0-0 2, Bella Dame The hot-and-cold 0 0-0 0, Bailey Vanderwall stretches helped the Bulldogs 3 4-8 10. Totals 15 9-14 40. overcome a slow start. They LAPWAI (9-0) trailed 15-4 after the opening Grace Sobotta 3 0-0 9, Jordyn quarter and fell behind 17-5 McCormack-Marks 4 0-3 9, in the second, but answered Glory Sobotta 3 2-2 10, Alex- Lapwai’s misses with makes is Herrera 2 0-0 4, Soa Moli- of their own from inside, out- ga 0 2-2 2, Ciahna Oatman 1 side and the free-throw line to 0-0 3, Lauren Gould 1 5-8 7, pull within 20-18 at halftime. Kahlees Young 0 0-0 0, Omari “We just didn’t pass the Mitchell 1 0-2 2, Jordan Shawl ball around. We didn’t make 0 0-0 0. Totals 15 9-17 46. them play defense as much,” Grangeville 4 14 15 7—40 Marks said. “We’d have an Lapwai 15 5 17 9—46 open shot, we took it — which 3-point goals — Barger, Gr. Lapwai’s Jordyn McCormack-Marks shoots I don’t want them to defer as Grangeville’s Talia Brown defends during the championship game Sobotta 3, Gl. Sobotta 2, from — but at the same time, McCormack-Marks, Oatman.

Taylor Continued from Page 6 adapting to a new coach are thing back home,” Taylor said. naturally — a 3 vs. Bethesda. built into transferring, as Tay- Taylor is self-aware Taylor is a junior this charge as Idaho State’s coach lor did, but the gap that exists when it comes to his strengths season and, with the NCAA’s during Taylor’s sophomore between the quality of junior and weaknesses on the bas- recent announcement that all season at North Idaho, and college basketball and Division ketball court, noting the high Division I athletes compet- one of his top priorities was I hoops can be tough to bridge. levels of organization, disci- ing in winter sports will get adding a shooter. Taylor fit Plus, for the first time, pline and attention to detail an extra year of eligibility, has the bill and was among Loon- Taylor is a long way from home. necessary at the Division I a couple more seasons on ey’s first ISU signing class. It was easy for him to get to level. Looney, who was a re- the horizon — plenty of time “We felt like we didn’t Lapwai from Coeur d’Alene, markably successful Division II to continue his increasingly necessarily shoot the 3 all that but Idaho State and Pocatel- coach, is a stickler for defense notable basketball journey. well,” Looney said. “Emmit’s a lo, in the southeast corner of and pointed to that as Taylor’s “His time’s going to guy who can really, really do Idaho, are eight hours away. greatest need for improvement. come,” Sobotta said. “He’ll that, so that was the main rea- The distance is exacerbated Through ISU’s first sev- get some opportunities son we were intrigued with him.” by the coronavius pandemic. en games of the season, Taylor through the year to prove But Taylor’s transition “With COVID, it’s been has logged six appearances at himself, and I know he will.” to Division I hoops has been a big challenge for me to a modest 3.3 minutes per out- Guernsey may be challenging. The complexi- stay focused on my basket- ing. He scored his only points reached at mguernsey@lmtrib- ties of switching schools and ball and not worry about any- Dec. 12 when he made — une.com, (208) 848-2268. Wilúupup | January 8 NATIONAL American Indian Activist Hank Adams Dies at 77 By Mark Trahant, Indian Country Today Hank Adams, one of would be prominent later in Indian Country’s most pro- the Frank’s Landing protests. lific thinkers and strate- Also through the youth gists, has died at age 77. council, Adams began working Adams was called the at Frank’s Landing, on Wash- “most important Indian” by in- ington’s Nisqually River, with fluential Native American rights Billy Frank and others who advocate and author Vine were striving to advance the Deloria Jr., because he was in- treaty right to fish for salmon. volved with nearly every major “That turned into a civil event in American Indian his- rights agenda,” Adams said tory from the 1960s forward. in an interview. “It had been He was perhaps best brutal from 1962 onward, and known for his work to se- there were just a few fisher- cure treaty rights, particularly men down there, fighting with during the Northwest “fish their families for their rights.” wars” of the 1960s and ’70s. To make a point, Adams Henry “Hank” Adams, refused induction into the mili- Assiniboine-Sioux, died Dec. tary because the U.S. was fail- 21 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Hank Adams, pictured in 1973, was called the "most important Indian” ing to live up to its treaty obli- by influential Native American rights advocate and author Vine Deloria Jr., Olympia, Washington, ac- because he was involved with nearly every major event in American Indian gations. (He eventually served cording to the Northwest In- history from the 1960s forward. (Barry Staver–Denver Post/Getty Images) for two years in the U.S. Army.) dian Fisheries Commission. As Washington “Hank’s a genius. He Adams was born in Wolf focus on treaty rights just as state’s fish wars heated up knows things we don’t know. Point, Montana. Toward the the fish wars were beginning in the 1960s, Adam was of- He sees things we don’t see,” end of World War II, his fam- and Northwest tribes were ten working with Frank and attorney Susan Hvalsoe Ko- ily moved to Washington state, calling on the federal govern- other Northwest leaders on mori said when Adams was where he attended Moclips- ment to recognize their trea- a strategy of civil disobe- awarded the 2006 Ameri- Aloha High School near the ty-protected fishing rights. dience through “fish-ins.” can Indian Visionary Award Quinault Nation. He played Adams had so many Frank told a story about a by Indian Country Today. football and basketball and personal connections with 1968 fishing protest in Olympia “Adams was always the served as student body presi- people from that era, such as “where all the police are.” But guy under the radar, working dent and editor of the school Mel Thom, Clyde Warrior and not everyone was supposed to on all kinds of things,” said the newspaper and yearbook. Willie Hensley. It was while be arrested. Frank said it was late Billy Frank Jr., Nisqually In 1963, Adams joined Adams was working with the the job of Adams, the “vision- and chairman of the Northwest the National Indian Youth youth council that he first Continue Reading Adams Indian Fisheries Commission. Council, where he began to met Marlon Brando. The actor on Page 9

Wilúupup | January NATIONAL 9 Adams Continued to you about the case,” Ad- been tragic, with some in the lar role during the standoff from Page 8 ams recalled at the 40th an- administration calling for a mil- at 1973 Wounded Knee. He ary,” to protect them all. But niversary dinner of the Boldt itary assault on the building. said a government helicopter when the arrests were made, decision. Instead, the pair met Adams was both a flew him to White Clay, Ne- “here comes our visionary.” with the judge to tell them public foil and a behind-the- braska, where he was to meet “I said, ‘What are you that Montana Sen. Lee Metcalf scenes negotiator. The Trail of with the Justice Department’s doing here? You’re supposed was an admirer of the judge, Broken Treaties submitted a Community Relations Service. to get us out. You’re the who was also from Montana. plank of 20 proposals. Adams After that meeting, Ad- strategist, thinking way out They swapped Montana sto- called the Nixon administra- ams was set to meet in Den- into the future,’” Frank said. ries. And, the joke was the tion’s response “almost totally ver with Marlon Brando. The It was from those case could be resolved if it was devoid of positive comment.” Justice Department was sup- many trips to jail that even- just Montanans in the room. But privately Ad- posed to drive Adams back to tually treaty-protected fish- The Supreme Court ams and Garment worked the airport, but “they ran out ing rights were upheld by affirmed treaty rights and on a resolution. Adams’ re- of gas within sight of the air- the U.S. Supreme Court. The the Boldt decision in a se- ward for being an intermedi- port.” Adams laughed. “The Boldt decision affirmed the ries of cases in 1975. ary? He was arrested in 1973 federal government doesn’t tribal right to fish in the - usu Shortly before the 1972 and his home searched for run out of gas. They didn’t al and accustomed places in election, a caravan of Ameri- “government documents.” want me to meet with Mar- common with other citizens. can Indians traveled from “Plus they took my type- lon Brando” and stir up pub- Adams’ role in the trial, points across the country to writer, which I’d had since 1968 lic support for the occupation. which took place in Tacoma, Washington to protest broken during our encampment on the Using social media, Ad- Washington, was unprec- treaties. After failed nego- Nisqually River,” Adams said. ams was meticulous over the edented. He was a lay-lawyer tiations for housing, the pro- A federal grand jury re- years in his documentation of representing tribal fishing test ended up at the Bureau fused to indict Adams (along family histories, often used to people and the last person to of Indian Affairs. And when with journalists who had been help people grieve over the speak at trial. The judge con- the bureaucrats left for the reporting on the incident), loss of family, or to call out sidered Adams the most in- day, the protestors remained. and eventually Deputy At- people who lied and claimed formed person to explain both Adams was also in- torney General William Ruck- Indigenous ancestry. He con- the treaty and the people. strumental in resolving the elshaus ordered the mate- tinued to monitor and press for As the court case made 1972 takeover of the Bu- rial returned. He “directed treaty rights. And for Leonard its way through the process, reau of Indian Affairs. the FBI to return everything Peltier’s release from prison. Adams and Billy Frank found Richard Nixon’s special that they’d taken from me Adams’ family said a a way to meet with Judge assistant, Leonard Garment, and particularly my typewrit- funeral is not possible at this George Boldt in chambers. said Adams’ role was essential. er,” Adams said with a laugh. time, but it will coordinate a “We don’t want to talk He said the story could have Adams played a simi- memorial in the near future.

Wilúupup | January 10 GOVERNMENT Tribal Leaders Respond to the Idea of an Indigenous Interior Secretary

By Graham Lee Brewer and Anna V. Smith, tions, the possibilities such a work. An Indigenous person ported the Biden/Harris ticket High Country News position would bring for tribal leading Interior, she said, would in critical states like Arizona, administrations and citizens mean having someone who un- Nevada and Wisconsin. As Il- President-elect Joe alike are endless. Native lead- derstands the legal and inher- lumiNatives — a nonprofit Biden has pledged to make ers and advocates are hoping ent rights of Indigenous peo- working to increase Native vis- his administration the most that a Haaland appointment ples to govern their own lands. ibility — put it in a social me- diverse in history, a promise would result in improved trib- “We’re the only peoples dia post, “Joe, Native people that so far he has fulfilled with al consultation on everything in this country who have a col- showed up for you. Now, show several key appointments. For from land protections to how lectively owned land base that up for them.” If Haaland — or weeks now, momentum has agencies like the Environmen- has been self-governed since someone like Michael Connor, been building behind a push tal Protection Agency, interact the beginning of time,” Le a member of Taos Pueblo and for the Department of the In- with tribal communities. As the Blanc said. “To have someone former deputy Interior direc- terior to be run by an Indig- country awaits Biden’s deci- who understands that historic tor, whose name has also been enous person for the first time sion, Native communities are fact and therefore the rights floated as a possible nominee in history. Dozens of tribal bracing for what could prove and responsibilities to consult — were to run the department, leaders have called upon Biden a seismic change in the way and to discuss before a deci- it would have a significant im- to appoint U.S. Rep. Deb Haal- the federal government treats sion is made that will affect pact on Indian Country policy and, D-N.M, an enrolled tribal the interests of Indian Country. treaty lands will be amazing. for the next several years not member of the Laguna Pueblo. “It will be a moment to It creates opportunities and only for department policies Beyond the obvious exhale for tribal leaders,” said possibilities that tribal lead- and representation, but also symbolic importance of hav- Judith Le Blanc, a citizen of the ers will have to step into.” for on-the-ground realities. ing an Indigenous person Caddo Tribe of Oklahoma and The possibility of an In- Under the Trump ad- lead Interior, a department director of the Native Organiz- digenous person leading Inte- ministration, environmental with a long history of defying ers Alliance, a national Native rior comes after an election in Continue Reading Haaland the best interests of tribal na- training and organizing net- which Indigenous voters sup- on Page 11

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Wilúupup | January GOVERNMENT 11 Haaland Continued port, and often bipartisan. And from Page 10 the political allies and partners laws were significantly weak- she’s made in Congress have ened, protections of places like some predicting that this would the Tongass National Forest translate to consensus building were rolled back and large- across the government on is- scale, high-impact projects like sues affecting Native people. the Keystone XL and Dakota “Oftentimes, Interior Access pipelines were expe- is looked as the agency that dited. Many of those policies handles Indian affairs,” said included a rushed — or, in the Kim Teehee, the Cherokee case of the U.S.-Mexico bor- Nation’s congressional del- der wall, nonexistent — tribal egate. “We have HUD (Hous- consultation process. While ing and Urban Development) all bureaucracies have flaws, that handles Indian housing, both Haaland and Connor un- we have the FCC (Federal derstand that including tribal Communications Commission) nations in a government-to- that handles broadband, edu- government consultation pro- cation, the USDA (Depart- cess is non-negotiable. They ment of Agriculture). There could also reverse some of the is such a cross-cutting nature Trump administration’s contro- of Indian Country issues, and versial decisions. Whoever is I think she has the unique chosen, the stakes are high. ability as a Cabinet secretary The Yurok Tribe was to convene the agencies.” one of a host of tribes to sign One non-Native whose a letter to President-elect Joe name has been floated for the Biden, urging him to choose position is retiring Sen. Tom Haaland. The tribe has had a Udall, a Democrat from New protracted battle with the fed- Mexico, who has long been a eral government over keeping champion of Indigenous affairs enough water in the Klamath in Congress. His father, Stewart River to support their lifeways Udall, was secretary of Interior and the river’s salmon popula- from 1961-1969 under presi- tion. In 2001, a government Dozens of tribal leaders have called upon Biden to appoint U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland, dents John F. Kennedy and decision caused the largest fish D-N.M, an enrolled tribal member of the Laguna Pueblo. Lyndon B. Johnson. A number kill in Yurok and U.S. history. (Photo: High Country News) of progressive Native-led or- Vice Chairman Frankie Myers ganizations have called on him says the representation and has filed numerous lawsuits an Country policy from becom- to remove his name from con- experience that would come to stop the sale. “This current ing a politically divisive issue. sideration. When asked what it with Haaland as an Indigenous administration has done noth- “There’s a reason why could mean for an Indigenous person and lawmaker would ing but disrespect and violate people like (Republican U.S. person to lead Interior, Udall be a welcome change: “En- the rights of our people,” De- Reps.) Don Young and Tom told High Country News that suring that Indigenous voices mientieff wrote in a statement Cole have publicly spoken out “Native Americans should be in are at the highest level of gov- to High Country News. As for in very positive ways regard- high positions throughout gov- ernment, specifically when it an Indigenous leader of In- ing Deb,” said Keith Harper, a ernment in the White House comes to resources, is critical terior, “I can’t believe it has member of the Cherokee Na- and various agencies – it’s not for us moving this country in taken this long. We have nev- tion and an Obama appointee just about the Interior Depart- a better, more positive way.” er been included in decisions who was the first Indigenous ment,” adding that the next Bernadette Demienti- that will affect our future.” person to represent the U.S. secretary must prioritize tribal eff, executive director of the While Native voters on the United Nations Hu- nation’s needs with inclusive Gwich’in Steering Commit- tend to lean left, Indian Coun- man Rights Council. “Because consultation, and put in “the tee, agrees. In November, try issues on the Hill have typi- they’ve worked with her and hard work to make sure Na- the Trump administration an- cally found support with both know she’s willing to put the tive voices are front and center nounced that it would auc- Republicans and Democrats. party politics aside and get throughout the department.” tion off oil and gas leases in The six Indigenous people pragmatic about challenges.” Graham Lee Brewer the Arctic National Wildlife who will join the next Con- “Because we under- is an associate editor at High Refuge just two weeks before gress are split evenly between stand that Native American is- Country News and a mem- Biden takes office. The - ref the parties. And even though sues are not a matter of con- ber of the Cherokee Nation. uge, which lies within the an- the political atmosphere has servative versus liberal, we Email him at grahamb@hcn. cestral lands of the Gwich’in, been considerably polarized have accomplished a great org or submit a letter to the supports the sensitive popu- under the Trump administra- deal together,” said Rep. Cole. editor. Follow @grahambrewer. lations of Porcupine caribou, tion, the prevailing sentiment Out of all representatives in Anna V. Smith is an assistant polar bears and walruses. The is that Haaland’s ability to work the House, Haaland’s bills have editor for High Country News. Gwich’in Steering Committee across the aisle will keep Indi- had the most bicameral sup- Follow @annavtoriasmith Wilúupup | January 12 HEALTH Nimiipuu Health Begins Administering COVID-19 Vaccine

Lapwai, Idaho- Nimiipuu arrive at their scheduled time The priority schedule o Food service Health (NMPH) received their to avoid any potential for vac- has been in the works for a o Shelter and housing (con- first shipment of the Moderna cine going to waste. Please few months. A committee was struction) COVID-19 Vaccine on Decem- keep this in mind when you formed to plan and prepare for o Finance ber 22, 2020. In anticipation schedule your COVID-19 vac- the vaccine arrival. While staff o IT and communication of the shipment, staff referred cine. We can do this together!” were able to create a priority o Energy to the prioritization list and al- The next phase of the list that catered to the unique o Media most immediately began offer- priority list will include needs of the Nez Perce Res- o Legal ing the vaccine to those inter- first line responders: ervation, it was also based on o Public Safety (engineers) ested. The primary distribution o Police and fire recommendations from Indian o Waste and waste water was for Nimiipuu Health staff, o CPS/Social Services Health Services (IHS), Centers The vaccine distribu- which is anticipated to be com- o EOC members for Disease Control & Preven- tion will be completed as pleted today, December 29. o NPTEC members tion and the Advisory Commit- NMPH is able. NMPH patients “We are extremely o Senior citizen staff tee on Immunization Practices. will receive prioritization (i.e. grateful to have received our o Tribal members 75 years of Following the initial Those who receive care at IHS allocation for the Mod- age and older (those with 3 priority group, essential NMPH will receive a vaccine erna COVID-19 vaccine. We or more underlying medical workers are next in line before those who do not re- have created a schedule at conditions, then 2 underly- for the vaccine: ceive care at NMPH.) Though Nimiipuu Health specifically ing medical conditions, then o Education (teachers, they may not be able to get for COVID-19 vaccines. Once 1 etc. that may contribute to support staff, daycare) through the entire list, they a vaccine vial is opened, the a severe COVID-19 infection o Food and agriculture will provide as many vaccines vaccine is not stable for long,” will be prioritized in reduced o Manufacturing as possible. NMPH staff have stated NMPH Medical Direc- order). o Corrections workers requested that if individuals tor, Dr. Kim Hartwig. “Be- *Those who have had COV- o U.S. Postal Service workers opt to get the first dose of cause the vaccine is not stable ID-19 in the prior 90 days will o Public transit workers the vaccine at another facility, for long periods of time, it is be omitted from any of the o Grocery store workers that they also receive the sec- very important that patients above groups o Transportation and logistics ond dose at that same facility. Ariel King LueShawntel Yost Dental Assistant Clinical Registered Nurse

Please welcome Ariel King to the Nimiipuu Health Everyone, please welcome LueShawntel Yost, she prefers to be called Shawntel, to the Nimiipuu Health Clinic staff. As of October 19th 2020, Ariel became the (NMPH) Clinic staff. Shawntel became a NMPH NMPH’s full-time Dental Assistant. employee of the Nursing Department on August 19th Mrs. King is a 2008 graduate of Clearwater Valley 2020, and her workstation will be at the Kamiah (CV) High School. Ariel is proficient in various NMPH Clinic. settings that include; management, chairside Shawntel has worked in the Healthcare field since assisting, daily general office tasks, and professional 1994; her first position as a Nurse was in 2006 as an representation. LPN and then upon graduation from Lewis-Clark State College in 2009 with her RN, BSN. Since that time she After marrying Mr. King, he immediately received a has worked in a variety of nursing positions including- job offer from Union Pacific Railroad; so her family ambulatory, transitional/short term, long term (skilled), Email: [email protected] moved to Wyoming. This is where Ariel gained her dementia, ER, ICU, Acute Care, Medical Surgical and first experience with Dentistry, at West Family Phone: (208) 843-2271, x.2822 Email: House Supervisor, Cardio-Pulmonary, ACLS Dentistry; located Green River, Wyoming. While in [email protected] transportation, home health care and supervision, Wyoming, her family began missing “home”, and Phone: (208) 935-0733, Triage Nursing, and Coumadin Management. Nimiipuu Health they decided to move back to Idaho. Ext. 4538 Shawntel is just beginning her second year at 111 Bever Grade Road By 2015, Mrs. King and her family settled in Lewiston, ______Gonzaga University in the Post Bachelorette to P.O. Drawer 367 Idaho. She became employed at Fairview Dental; Doctorate in Nursing Practice program. Shawntel Nimiipuu Health Lapwai, ID 83540 where she expanded her experience in Dentistry. Her states the reason she became a nurse was “It has most recent employment was with Wilkinson 111 Bever Grade Road been a calling since I was incredibly young to take Orthodontics; where she also contracted with the P.O. Drawer 367 care of people. It came naturally to me and I enjoy Nez Perce Tribe to do braces for the Nimiipuu Health practicing nursing with an emphasis in patient Lapwai, ID 83540 Dental Department. education and Holistic care”.

Ariel’s hobbies include: hiking, hunting, anything Again, you will regularly see Mrs. Yost at her outdoors, boating, crafting, and reading. workstation at the NMPH Kamiah Clinic. Please welcome her on your next Kamiah clinic visit. Ariel King joins a team of dedicated staff in the Shawntel joins a team of dedicated staff in the Nursing Dental Department, and if you have any Dental and Medical Departments. If you have any questions, questions, please feel free to contact Ariel using the please feel free to contact Mrs. Yost by using the information listed. information provided.

Wilúupup | January HEALTH 13

Mental Health Crises in 2021

Now that we have with healthy eating, exercise, gotten through the holidays adequate sleep and reaching out with new hope due to vac- for help. Connection to others is cinations, 2021 may bring a imperative and until we can see Signs of Distress: “Mental Health Pandemic” each other face to face without - Feelings of fear, anger, nationwide. Fear, loss, sick- social distancing, phone calls, sadness, or increased frustration ness, isolation, financial video chats, etc. will be most - Changes in eating and/or sleeping hardship, etc., has wreaked helpful. Young people especial- - Increased substance use havoc with many families. ly need this contact. When our - Difficulty focusing and According to the CDC, mi- kids share their concerns, it’s making decisions norities and young people very important we allow them - Bodily symptoms such as stomach have been disproportion- to voice their emotions without upset, pain, headaches, etc. ately affected by COVID. In trying to invalidate or talk them one survey, 41% reported out of whatever they are feel- symptoms of depression and ing. Helping others has been proven to help relieve our own anxiety along with increased Nimiipuu Health stress so please reach out to use of substances to help Behavioral Health others who may be struggling. cope with their bothersome 208-843-7244 Nimiipuu Behavioral emotions. In this same sur- National Suicide Hotline Health is here to help. We vey, suicide thoughts went 800-273-8255 are accepting walk-ins, face from 4% from 2018 to 11% Idaho Suicide Hotline to face, phone and telehealth. currently. (www.cdc.gov) 208-398-4357 It is now more im- If you are in crises or want to portant than ever to make make an appointment, please mental health a priority. This call. We can also refer to an includes a holistic approach outside clinic if requested.

Mary Ivory Sergio Islas Medical Technologist Human Resources Generalist Everyone please welcome our new Medical Technologist, The Nimiipuu Health (NMPH) Clinic is pleased to introduce Mary Ivory. Mary joins the Nimiipuu Health Laboratory staff Sergio Islas to the Human Resource (HR) Department, as the as of November 2nd 2020. new HR Generalist. Mr. Islas is a member of the Nez Perce Tribe, with almost 7 years of Human Resource experience in a In 1975, Mary obtained an Associate degree from Mount healthcare and medical setting. Saint Clare College. Then by 1977, from Iowa State University, Mary achieved a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Science and Mr. Islas attended the University of Portland where he Humanities – majoring in Biochemistry. At the University of graduated in 2010; double majoring in German and Spanish. Iowa, through the College of Medicine, Mary met all the In 2011, Sergio then continued his studies at the University of requirements to become a Medical Technologist. So by 1979, she Portland’s School of Business, where he obtained a Master’s became a certified Medical Technologist, from the American of Business Administration; with a concentration in Society of Clinical Pathologist Board. Healthcare Administration. Email: From 1981 – 1991, Mary was employed at the Ivinson In 2012, Sergio began his professional career with the Phone: (208) 843-2271 Memorial Hospital, where she began her career as a Medical Portland Area Indian Health Service (IHS), which oversees the Technologist. She continued this field of work until 1998, where Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] delivery of healthcare to Native people in the Northwest. At she became the Coordinator of Technical Services at Wyoming Phone: (208) 843-2271, ext. the Portland IHS, he worked as a Human Resources Specialist; ______Medical Center. She worked for the Wyoming Medical Center 2951 specializing in Employee and Labor Relations, Performance until 2011, filling various positions such as: Director of Laboratory, Director of Anatomic Pathology, Director of ______Management, Benefits Administration, and Ethics. He was Nimiipuu Health Outreach, EKG Specialist, and Respiratory work. directly responsible for servicing the Fort Hall, Warm Springs, 111 Bever Grade Road Nimiipuu Health and Colville IHS Service Units; as well as the Portland Area Office. P.O. Drawer 367 Around 2004, to enhance her skills, Mary attended the 111 Bever Grade Road University Of Notre Dame, and became certified in Executive Lapwai, ID 83540 Management; and just a few years later she became certified in P.O. Drawer 367 In 2016, Mr. Islas transferred to the California Area Indian IHS, Organizational Development. Lapwai, ID 83540 to assist with the opening and staffing of the California Area’s two Youth Regional Treatment Centers. Since 2011, Mary has been employed at the Pathologists Regional Laboratory in Lewiston, Idaho. She is the Manager of Sergio moved back to the Nez Perce Reservation in 2019. Mr. the main lab; including chemistry, toxicology, blood bank, Islas is excited to once again be working in a healthcare setting hematology, coagulation and urinalysis, and specimen that truly believes that the work done by the HR office will processing. allow a work environment that lets everyone focus on our mission: “To provide quality healthcare in a culturally sensitive Mrs. Mary Ivory has mountains of experience in the and confidential environment.” Medical Field. NMPH staff asks for your patience as she transitions into her new position. If you have any questions If you see Sergio, please welcome him to the NMPH staff. If please contact the front desk receptionist or the contact email you have any questions, please use the contact information and number listed. provided.

Wilúupup | January 14 FINANCE Ask Dr. Per Cap: Risky Business

Dear Dr. Per Cap,

I have student loans and a car loan. Why did I have to provide so much more personal information when ap- plying for the car loan as opposed to the student loans, especially when the student loans amount to a lot more borrowed money?

Signed, Studying Hard

Dear Studying Hard,

I’m glad you’re paying attention. Banks that offer consumer loans dig deep into borrowers’ finances because they want to make sure the loans are paid back. Common sense says the same logic holds true with student loans but not so fast.

Consumer loans are approved using the 3 C’s of Credit – Capacity, Character, and Collateral. And yes, it gets very personal. Capacity, the ability to pay back a loan, determines if a person has enough income to make loan payments. Lenders review monthly debt payments and paystubs to make sure a person isn’t top-heavy with debt.

Character is a person’s reputation as a reliable and trustworthy borrower. Late payments, repossessions, and other delin- quencies show up on a credit report with a low credit score.

Collateral refers to personal resources and assets a borrower can use to guarantee repayment. Collateral could mean money in the bank or an existing asset. Get ready to fork over bank statements and car titles.

However, none of these rules apply when it comes to the no-questions-asked student loan industry. Student loans come in two types – government student loans which make up about 90 percent of outstanding student loans and private loans backed by the government which make up the remaining 10 percent.

Uncle Sam lends students more than $100 billion annually to cover tuition at colleges and universities across the country, all the while disregarding students’ credit scores and fields of study. The earning potential of a specific degree versus the cost of a student loan is also ignored.

If this sounds like riskier business than Tom Cruise in the eighties you’re not alone. Many federal student loans go to student borrowers with sub-prime credit scores (620 and below on a scale of 300 to 850). Moreover, it’s estimated that $435 billion of current government student loans will default badly enough to never be paid back.

At the root of the problem lies the fact that unlike consumer loans, student loans are guaranteed by the federal government. That means if students don’t pay them back American taxpayers take the hit not a bank or a school. This government guarantee has enabled total student debt to become the largest type of personal debt in the U.S. next to home mortgages. It’s also why student loan applications don’t require as much personal info as consumer loans.

The problem has gotten so bad many voices are calling for student loan forgiveness. In fact the incoming presidential ad- ministration hopes to automatically forgive $10,000 of student debt for every American with federal student loans. Others want all student loans forgiven. That’s right $1.6 trillion of debt wiped clean.

Naturally some folks who don’t have student loans or paid them back as agreed hate this idea, claiming it would reward people for bad financial decisions. Others say that forgiving student loan debt would be good for the economy because the repayment money could be better spent elsewhere. Still others point fingers at colleges and universities where average tuition has skyrocketed more than 1,300% since 1978.

Like every touchy financial topic, there’s no shortage of strong opinions. But here’s an idea. Just because getting a student loan is easy doesn’t mean a person needs to take one. Instead students can do their own due diligence to determine if the 3 C’s stack up in their favor, regardless of how big a loan they qualify for. Keep studying hard!

Wilúupup | January FINANCE 15 Ask Dr. Per Cap: Perseverance: The Key to Tackling Happy Meal Price Hike Your Credit Card Debt Adapted from Better Money Habits, Education.ML.com

Dear Dr. Per Cap, Dealing with credit card debt may be easier than you think. Planning and perseverance are key, as is knowing how I know they’re not the healthiest option but for a your debt factors into your overall financial health. When pay- single parent on the go, I buy a lot of Happy Meals. ing down your debt, some actions help more than others, I heard McDonald’s is raising the price. What’s up? but every step you take toward managing credit card debt is a step in the right direction. Here’s what you need to know. Signed, Don’t ignore your debt—make paying it down Happy Dad part of your monthly budget. Keep in mind that the National Foundation of Credit Counseling (NFCC) rec- ommends that your personal debt, excluding mort- Dear Happy Dad, gage or rent, not exceed 20% of your monthly income.

I think Happy Meals are the go to treat for a lot of Na- tive kids whose families live near a McDonald’s. And while there are certainly more nutritious dining options – come on nobody chooses the apple slices over extra fries! They sure are convenient and a huge hit with the kiddos. This topic is close to my heart. Our family has pretty much completely stopped eating restaurant food since COVID hit last spring. However, our one indulgence comes on Friday afternoons when I take my six-year- old daughter through the McDonald’s drive thru for . . . . You guessed it – a Happy Meal! Your question is timely because I’ve always wondered how those little red boxes can sell so cheap, less than four bucks where we live. Especially considering that some Happy Meal toys are decent quality and cool enough to be sought by adult collectors. I know I’ve got an old Cowboy McNugget laying around the house somewhere. Turns out Happy Meal toys aren’t cheap even when manufactured at enormous scale. In fact McDonald’s actually has to subsidize the cost by providing store operators with a $300 monthly rebate to allow a lower sale price for all of those loveable little action figures, race cars, and spy kits. Well, McDonald’s executives plan on ending the Happy Meal rebate party early next year. Instead they want to spend the cash, which adds up to more than $4 mil- lion a month across all of its U.S. based restaurants, on technology updates and advertising costs which have gone up during the pandemic. Yeah, you read that right - four million bucks a month to keep families lovin’ it. Naturally many McDonald’s restaurants will raise prices to offset the added cost. It’s estimated customers can expect to pay about an extra 25 cents to indulge in a kid sized burger or nuggets. Not a huge price hike but every penny counts when it comes to the family budg- et. So if a quarter is a deal breaker, stop by my house any day but Friday and join us for bologna sandwiches and carrot sticks. Hey, I’m kidding! Don’t stop by. Hmm…on second thought, I guess you can stop by. But only if you bring a classic Happy Meal toy to trade!

Ask Dr. Per Cap is a program funded by First Nations Development Institute with assistance from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. For more information, visit www.firstnations.org. To send a question to Dr. Per Cap, email askdrpercap@firstnations. Wilúupup | January 16 ANNOUNCEMENTS 2020 Nez Perce 80 Year Old Honorees: CRITFC Job Announcement

Flora May Adair Janus Jean Murphy Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (CRITFC) Christine E. Davila Loretta Mae Sobotta is recruiting for the following position: Vera Ann Ewing Carol Jean Wheeler Harold Halfmoon Rose Mae Yearout Position: Administrative and Contract Specialist, Myrtle Chic Mae Hayes Full-Time, Regular. New! Verna Viola Johnson Elder Man of the Year: Vicki Muriel Johnson Wilfred “Scottie” Scott Location: Portland, OR Syrveneas Vestus McConville Sr. Elder Woman of the Year: Mary Jane Miles Mary Jane “Tootsie” Souther Job Summary: The Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commis- sion (CRITFC) is seeking an Administrative and Contract Special- Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune Advertisements ist to serve the Fishery Science (FSCI) Department. The FSCI Department is the largest department at the Columbia River Place an ad in the Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune. Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (CRITFC), containing over 40 full- Flyers: Full Page $504, Half Page $252, time staff stationed primarily in Portland, OR, but also in Hager- Quarter Page $126, Classified Ads and Job Announce- man, ID, and Moscow, ID. Fishery Science staff perform anadro- ments .25 cents a word, Birthday Shout-Outs $10. mous fish and habitat research throughout the Columbia River Contact NPT Communications for more information: Basin, which encompasses the states of OR, WA, ID, MT, as well as British Columbia, Canada. Additionally, there are many 208-621-4807 or [email protected] fixed assets that have been procured by the FSCI Department: scientific research lab and field equipment, firearms, servers and Thank You sensitive equipment.

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Wilúupup | January ANNOUNCEMENTS 17 2020 NPT Employees COVID Fitness Thank You Nimiipuu Health of the Month Challenge 2020 Nimiipuu Health has been busy this month initiating inter- January Steve Axtell Women’s Fat Loss: actions with staff. The employee association held a week long February Julie Simpson 1st Place: Christmas contest for NMPH Staff. Monday was best Christ- March Shawn Wheeler Alexe Ortiz mas Hat day and the winner was Edith Powaukee, Tuesday was April Anthony Capetillo 2nd Place: best Christmas Shoes contest and the winner was Wilma Wil- May Letitia Whitman Lilly James liams, Wednesday was best dressed elf contest and the win- June Carol Reuben and 3rd Place: ner was Edith Powaukee, Thursday was ugly sweater contest Orlando Thunder Garcia Crissy Carcia and the winner was Beverly Childers, Friday was most festive July Melissa Guzman 4th Place: mask and the winner was Carm Bohnee and for the best Fes- August Mary Beth Clark Tee Sahme tive Door Decoration went to Kamiah. See pictures attached. September Daniel Taylor 5th Place: On December 23, 2020 Administration provided break- October Catherine BigMan Shelia Jabeth fast to all staff in appreciation for their dedication throughout November Robyn Armstrong the holidays. On December 31, 2020 Administration provid- December Joanna Marek Men’s Fat Loss: ed lunch to all staff in appreciation for such dedicated staff 1st Place: throughout the whole year and dealing with the pandemic. 2020 NPT Employee Zachary Eastman Nimiipuu Health Staff are our frontline workers. Thank you 2nd Place: Nimiipuu Health Staff. Looking forward to a better year ahead. of the Year Raymond Ellenwood Jr. 3rd Place: Congratulations Ethan Miles Melissa Guzman! 4th Place: Rory Wallace Social Distancing 5th Place: Basket Winners Rusty George

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Wilúupup | January 18 OBITUARIES Bianca Giovanna Sekayouma, 45, Lapwai, ID

Chemeketa Community Col- Bianca was a strong and practicing her Hopi, Nez lege in Salem OR and later woman who loved everyone Perce, and Umatilla Culture. attended Portland Commu- and everything. She had a very Bianca maintained a nity College in Portland OR. big heart and would stand up strong relationship with GOD She was employed for others. She was stubborn and was a woman of prayer. at CRITFC in Portland OR and wouldn’t take NO for an One of Biancas favorite quotes in the Human Resource answer if you needed help. was: “I’ve been down 9 times, Department before mov- She would go above and be- but I get up 10” by Cardi B. ing to Lapwai, ID in 2013. yond for people in need. Bi- Her beautiful smile, loud laugh During her time in Lapwai, she anca would embrace any posi- and spirit will be missed. worked for Senior Citizens. tive energy given to her. She She is proceeded in She had so much love, honor, enjoyed riding horses, danc- death by her father Charles On November 16, 2020, and respect for her elders. ing, going to concerts, going Sekayouma and daughter Bianca was called home to In 2017, she was em- to beaches, doing beadwork Maya Martinez Sekayouma. The Creator to reunite with ployed at D & A Glass as and spending quality time with She is survived by her daughter and father. a secretary in Boise, ID. her daughters and family. The her daughters: Madeline Se- Bianca was born September Her latest employer was at A & love Bianca had for her daugh- kayouma Wood and Mia 11, 1975 to Charles Sekay- B Foods in Lewiston ID, where ters was so deep and genuine, Martinez and her sister Li- ouma and Mary Romines. she received an award for the they meant the world to her. gia Hescedahl all of Oregon. In 1993 she graduated from most selling of investor cards She was a proud mem- A graveside service Sprague High School in Sa- for The Partnership For Kids ber of The Hopi Tribe and was held at Grant Ceme- lem OR. She attended Campaign (Boys & Girls Club). enjoyed going to pow wows tery on December 3, 2020. William James White Sr., 84, Lapwai, ID

little bit before finally settling in many years traveling to area He was preceded in death Spalding with their son, Jamie, rodeos with his rodeo fam- by his parents and his sisters and daughter, Eva. While liv- ily. Billy was on the Board of Betty Corbett, Donna Calkins, ing at Spalding, Billy started Directors of the Chief Joseph Peggy Calkins, Joyce Vigil, Jo- his job with the State of Idaho Foundation for many years. hanne Powell and Sue Pratt. Highway Department, a job he He was a coach for A public viewing was held until his retirement. He many youth teams and en- held from 1-3 p.m. Saturday and Mary also welcomed their joyed helping with anything at Malcolm’s Brower-Wann second daughter, Elizabeth, associated with horses. He Funeral Home. Because of during their time in Spalding. was an avid Lewis-Clark State the current public health con- Bill and Mary moved one last College, Washington State Uni- cerns, there will not be a fu- time to their current home on versity and Lapwai Wildcat fan, neral service. There will be Tom Beall Road in 1968. That and he and Mary were at every a family graveside service Billy White passed away is where they welcomed their grandchilds’ event that they at 10:30 a.m. Monday at unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 1, youngest daughter, Crystal. could squeeze in until health is- the Grant Family Cemetery. 2020, at St. Joseph Regional Billy was interested in sues got in the way. He was al- Memorial contributions Medical Center. He was born a lot of different things, but ways available to help anyone may be made to the Alzhei- Aug. 3, 1936, in Spalding, the his family and rodeo held his who needed it, and took pride mer’s Association.The family only son of James and Eva heart. When he was younger, in doing the best job possible. sends love and thanks to his White. He was a proud mem- he was a member of the Spald- Billy is survived by his many family, friends and all ber of the Nez Perce Tribe. ing 49ers Saddle Club and for wife, Mary, at the family home who were a part of Dad’s life. Billy attended grade many years was a member of in Lapwai; his son and daugh- school in Spalding and gradu- the Nez Perce County Mounted ter-in-law, Jamie and Holley ated from Lapwai High School Sheriff’s Posse, where he was White, his daughter, Eva White, in 1954, where he played on honored to lead the Grand En- and his daughter and son-in- the football, baseball and even try at the Lewiston Roundup. law, Liz and Troy Dotson, all basketball teams. He was a Billy was a longtime member of Lewiston, and his daugh- bona fide cowboy, and spent of the Professional Western ter, Crystal White, of Lapwai. a great deal of his time break- Rodeo Association. He proudly He is also survived by his nine ing horses and participating served with the Army National grandchildren, Cody, Cyleen, in local rodeos with his part- Guard for nine years. He was Halle, Hayden, Orion, Corbyn, ner, Tommy Redheart. It was also active in 4-H, first as a par- Colton, James and Orianah; through his rodeo pal Kenny ticipant in his youth and later as and two great-grandchildren, Hanson that he met his wife, a leader and barn supervisor. Mary and William. He is also Mary. They were married in After his retirement, he happily survived by his sister, Karole Lewiston on Nov. 29, 1957. went to work with Thompson White, of Lapwai, and many They moved around a Rodeo, and was able to enjoy nieces, nephews and cousins. Wilúupup | January OBITUARIES 19 Marian J. Painter, 88, Lapwai, ID

Mari married Charles ton, Idaho. She was extremely Dressing, viewing Clayton Painter in 1969 in artistic in painting, drawing, and cremation were on De- Reno, Nevada. Mari was a Nez beadwork and cake decorating. cember 3, 2020. The family Perce Tribal member. Later in She is survived by her is requesting, for the safety life, she loved gambling and sister Merry Jack of Reno, Ne- of the community, family chasing cherries. Her baking/ vada, brother Hanley Jack of and friends, services will be cooking skills were topnotch. Winnemucca, Nevada, and conducted at a later date. She found a sense of pride and brother Harley Jack of Ne- We want to extend joy in her children and grand- vada. Her daughters are Velda our gracious thank you to children. She loved helping her L. Penney, Linda M. Dufford the Nez Perce Tribe for their family and was devoted, pas- and Janice K. McLaughlin all support and assistance. sionate, loving, honorable and of Lewiston, Idaho. Her sons Thank you for the ar- resourceful. Her signature pies are John Finch of Eugene, rangements made by Mountain and cakes were her tokens Oregon, Michael D. McLaugh- View Funeral Home, 35217th Marian J. Painter, 88, of love. She contributed to lin, Curtis L. McLaughlin and Street #5137, Lewiston, Idaho passed away Thursday, Novem- many meals at Tribal events. Blaine C. Painter, all of Lew- 83501, and to St. Joseph Re- ber 26, 2020 at St. Joseph Re- Mari was primarily a iston, Idaho. She is blessed gional Medical Hospital 415 gional Medical Hospital due to homemaker raising children with 20 grandchildren, many 6th St, Lewiston, ID 83501 and complications from COVID-19. and grandchildren. With many great grandchildren and cous- their medical team for their as- She was born August 5, skills and talents, she earned ins, nieces and nephews. sistance and support on No- 1932 in Sweetwater, Idaho to money painting store windows Mari was preceded in vember 26, 1010. Also, a spe- David Jackson and Irene Jack. in holiday themes. She was the death by her husband Charles cial thank you to the staff at She attended Lapwai Elemen- first Native American to work C. Painter, sister Josephine Wedgwood Terrace Senior Citi- tary then continued at the In- on Main Street in Lewiston, “Lolly” Adkins, brothers Paul zen Center, 2114 Vineyard Av- dian Boarding School in Carson Idaho at Paulucci’s Shoe Store Jackson, Joseph Jackson, An- enue, Lewiston, Idaho 83501, City, Nevada. She later went as a sales clerk. She owned and thony Jackson and Clarkie for their care and aid as well. on to Kinman Business School operated a Peruvian Import Jack; son Charles Penney and Thank you all from Mary in Spokane, Washington. Shop in Morgan’s Alley, Lewis- grandson Samuel J. Painter. Painter’s family and loved ones. WE ARE OPEN FOR ALL YOUR ESSENTIAL VEHICLE NEEDS!

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Wilúupup | January 20 OBITUARIES Cassandra Kipp, 63, Lapwai, ID

become an activist for civil people were told they could their big red “powwow” van. rights work later in life. Her fa- no longer fish down at Rapid Cass understood how ther shared with her his love for River. Cassandra’s activism les- expensive those weekends reading while her mother en- sons kicked into high gear and could become so focused on couraged her to keep genuine with the help of her sister Nel- being able to provide those kindness always in her heart. lie and husband Andre, Sr. and cultural experiences for her In the seventies, as a numerous other fishermen and four kids, she worked full time teenager she traveled home to women, they began to strate- for the Prosecutors Office and the ‘Rez’ in the summers and gize and prepare for the ‘fish went to school full time at Lew- learned from her older sisters, wars.’ Flyers were created with is Clark State College to pursue Ic’qoy’maqs (Nellie Axtell) and an old mimeograph and they better opportunities. Her hus- Weya-wiya-lotson-my (Patsy put them up around town and band went above and beyond Higheagle), how and where to on cars. She always loved talk- to make sure she completed fish, hunt, and gather. Some ing about this time in her life her goal and she graduated summer weekends her and and how proud she was of all with her Bachelor Degree af- Ipnim weniikt hiiweeka Jenny would sneak off and the fishermen and women who ter four years. She also started Misty-wit (Cassandra Kipp, hop on a bus full of activists were ready to lay their life on Cass’s Kitchen (a powwow con- Baby Cassie, Mombo) of Lap- heading to the next American the line for the Salmon. This led cession stand) which helped wai, ID passed away on Decem- Indian Movement ‘call for ac- to the development of the Nez make up any short fall she ber 18, 2020 at 12:59pm due tion’ event. Eugene was also a Perce Fishermen’s Commit- may have had for travel funds to complications of Covid-19 center of student activism and tee and eventually a Supreme to powwows and stickgames. including pneumonia and a while there they both attend- court decision that upheld our Fundraising was easy preexisting condition of Lupus. ed Lane Community College. Nez Perce fishing rights. This for her as she had gift for Cassandra Kipp (Allen) Her first child Gregory also laid the groundwork for speaking and writing clear- was born on December 2, 1957 Lee Crowe, Jr. was born in the development of the Nez ly and concisely, motivating on the back roads in a station 1975. Becoming a mother ma- Perce Tribes Fisheries Depart- funders to assist tribal adults wagon on the way to St. Joes tured her into womanhood and ment. Cassandra had a way and youth in need. When any hospital in Lewiston, ID is what she took on all the responsibili- with words and could speak opportunities arose she would her older siblings would tell her. ties in full force. Many hours passionately on this topic which jump at it and do all she could She was the baby of the fam- were spent with her mother led to an invitation to speak at to make it happen. Around ily so she knew how to laugh and new family in-laws, the the World Court in Geneva, 1994, the Nez Perce Horse and keep an easy going atti- Crowes and Franks, gathering Switzerland (in the Hauge) to Program was invited to Bel- tude but she was spoiled and traditional foods and learning address the United Nations gium, Europe to present the could cry to get them in trou- to perfect her baking skills. It on Indian Civil Rights. Finally, Nimiipuu Horse Culture and ble when the situation called was around this time that sev- she joined a group of Nimiipuu Dances. Cass was one of the for it. In her toddler years, she eral of the women met and and traveled over to Celilo to ambassadors for the trip and spent a lot of time with her felt there was a great need to walk with daughter Angela in made sure that everyone had 80 year old Kautsa, E-we-ton- re-establish the dormant Nimi- a baby board from Celilo Falls funding to go. She also organ- my (Jeanette Reuben Wilson). ipuu Longhouse. She played to the steps of the State Capi- ized a dance troop full of High She learned invaluable lessons a role in cleaning up the old tol building in Portland, OR School Indian Club members about being a strong hard meeting shed, raising funds on yet another “action” to af- that performed across the working Nimiipuu women who to get the electricity on, and firm our tribal sovereignty. Northwest. This led to the for- only spoke Nimiiputimt, did honing her skills to become In 1983, she met the mation of the “Hotsteppers,” her own skinning, gathering of a traditional foods cook for love of her life Robert Garcia a fancy shawl team dance traditional foods, tanning hide, family and for large events. Kipp and her last son Tipy- group that she taught to sew basket weaving and beading. In 1978, she had her alana Tsikin (Earl John David their own matching regalia and Around 1963, at a time when second child Andre Lance Pic- Kipp) was born in 1984. From dance in sync with each other her father Yatine Thlai Thlai ard, Jr. He and his father, Na- this point on she made it a high to the beat of the Indian club (John David Allen) was looking coox (Andre Sr.), became the priority to be sure her kids had drum group. They performed for a break from the ‘Rez’ they nucleus of singers who would regalia ready for powwows and during halftime shows at lo- moved to Eugene, Oregon with show up with her to Seven moccasins ready long house cal basketball games and was her two older brothers Tuk ell Drum services each Sunday. ceremonies. She began to trav- even invited to and performed Watts (Deano), Taawits (John The formation of the Long- el to powwows instilling in her at the Gathering of Nations in Jr.), her older sister Py nae kot house circle heightened the children to have pride in being Albuquerque, NM. These trips (Jeanette), and her mother Ta awareness of all the families Native, the ability to listen to were a once in a lifetime ex- mah yot son my (Iva Reebells involved to Nimiipuu treaty the elders, and the desire to perience for the youth that at- Wilson). Eugene was ances- rights and making sure they dance hard for them when it tended with her and cemented tral lands to her family and the were safe and secure for future was time. The family trave- her relationships with an entire community there played a ma- generations. In 1981, she had led to hundreds of powwows generation of hopeful travelers. jor role in teaching her to care her third child Angela Rebells and stickgames throughout She became the Direc- for others, volunteer when Picard. A week later a battle for the northwest and into Cana- Continue Reading Kipp necessary, and strategize to our fish began as many of our da logging countless miles in on Page 21 Wilúupup | January OBITUARIES 21

Kipp Continued from Page 20 to produce millions of gallons portunities and worked closely husband Robert Garcia Kipp; of fuel. She created everlast- with Wakinyan to purchase Children Gregory Crowe and tor of the Nez Perce Futures ing friendships in this posi- Tamarack Ski Resort in hopes Mikayla Greene, Andre and Program in the early nineties tion and did as much as she of creating gaming and recrea- Maggie Picard, Angela Picard that supported pregnant and could to get all her projects tion which in turn provide jobs and Jo Payne, and Earl Kipp postpartum women to not use approved for the betterment to our people. Her most recent all of Lapwai, ID; Grandchil- alcohol or drugs. In this posi- of her people. She was proud work was the Agriculture Lime- dren Angelo Hidalgo of Poc- tion, she was introduced to the of her projects and presented stone Production at Mission atello, ID, Antoinette Crowe of world of grant writing. Her first them every chance she got. Creek to enhance our produc- Chicago, Illinois, Skyler Crowe project funded was the Family Soon an opportuni- tion of cereal crops which would of Mission, Oregon, Miss Mia Services Building which even- ty arose and the San Carlos provide more revenue to the Nickerson of Oregon, Sillouette tually became the Education Apache Tribe from the south- Tribe for individual allottees. Crowe of Lapwai, Alonzo, Wil- Services Building. Almost im- west requested her assistance Her heart was in every liam, Cynthia, and Frankie of mediately after in 1995, she in their planning department. project one hundred percent Chaweekta, ID, Joseph, Ella, wrote for and was funded for She was scared but made the and only hoped to see Nimi- and Max of Lapwai, Quenten, the Students for Success Pro- move to broaden her career and ipuu adults and their children Vincent, and Kaylonni Kipp of gram with the theme “Suc- add more experience to her re- benefit from their progress. Lapwai; Siblings Charles Axtell cess, if it is to be it is up to sume. For the three years she Cassandra always kept close of Chaweekta, ID, Jeanette me!” Over twenty years later was down there she developed ties to the youth and contin- Allen of Seattle, WA; Many this program is still helping a strategic plan, completed a ued to volunteer coaching and nieces and nephews; Pet Cats tribal youth. Through SFS cul- feasibility study, and worked to become an honorary “grand- Roberta and Cloudy Kipp. tural classes, Cass left a lasting assist in the creation of a Ra- mother” to all of the teams Preceded in death by legacy with her effort to teach dio Station for the Tribe. She her children began to coach. Parents John Allen, Sr. and Iva youth and their parents how to also helped the council make Rezpups, Wipwip, Tropics, Reebells Wilson. Siblings Patsy make dance regalia and moc- the decision to expand their Lapwai Huskies, Lil’ Warriors, Higheagle, Nellie Axtell, Deano casins. She was so proud to be casino and start new casino Team Nephews, Team Temi, & Taawits John Allen, Jr. Pet able to help families get on that called the “Apache Sky.” Cass RipCity, Lil’ Lady Cats, and Wip- Cat the Original Sylvester Kipp. dance floor with fully dressed also felt compelled to encour- wip, Jrs were all of the teams Funeral will be held at attire. Cultural activities and age a new health care facility she supported in the recent the Pineewaus Community preparing for those activities and played a role in its devel- years through monetary do- Center on December 20, 2020 led her to gather folks up to opment. She shared with her nations, assisting in planning with an open mic at 5pm and host a Rootfeast and powwow husband and kids daily how fundraisers, and making lunch light supper and Wahlusut “Kat-wee-yet” which was held much love and appreciation she bags for all of the kids in be- services and midnight supper Mother’s Day Weekend. She had for the San Carlos people tween games. Never once did to follow. Graveside Services spent endless hours cooking, and their beautiful community. she allow a kid to miss a game and spreading of the ashes baking, and making corsages Back in Lapwai, her fi- or play hungry due to lack of will take place Sunday, De- for every mother that attend- nal employment was back with funds. Her heart was huge and cember 21 up on Chaweekta ed. It was very important to her the Nez Perce tribe in the Nat- insistent to make everyone Hill. Social distancing, wear- to make everyone feel special. ural Resources Department as feel welcome and included. ing masks, using sanitizer, and The next few years she con- a Planner. Cassandra was the During these recent sitting within households is a tinued her community involve- best at running the numbers months, she spent a lot of must. The Family would like to ment by assisting Joyce McFar- through feasibility studies. time with her grandchildren thank all her friends and family land in reigniting the Lapwai She understood for anything creating memories that will who have shared their condo- Booster Club and working with to have a chance at success, last forever. She took them on lences and wonderful stories Jenny Williams and the Lapwai data was key. She was always trips to the hills to dig roots of how she affected their life. High School Indian Club to get direct and unafraid to put in- and mountains to pick huck- They would also like to thank involved with the Northwest formation in front of the tribal leberries. She heard them the amazing staff at St. Joes Indian Youth Conference. She leadership so they could make speaking about building a bas- for handling her with such also started volunteer coach- a sound decision. She carried ketball court in the backyard great care in this last month. ing for her daughter Angela’s a lot of pride in her work but and helped them make it hap- friends and son Andre’s friends. also believed in her people to pen by making them budget Andre’s team “Lapwai Force” be smart and diligent in their it out, fundraise for all costs went on to win several champi- work as well. She led the ef- and put their own labor into onship AAU & Native Tourneys. fort to build the Boys and Girls it. Finally, during the summer In work, she became club in Lapwai. She developed she helped start a commu- an Economic Development plans for a new Natural Re- nity garden out at Chaweekta Planner for the Nez Perce sources building, a Horseman’s with the help of her son Greg Tribe and collaborated with facility to place horse culture and daughter in law Maggie Jack Bell to create a feasibil- back into the tribe, utiliza- teaching her grandchildren all ity study for Biodiesel Produc- tion of the Tribe’s treaty rights about growing healthy foods, tion using rapeseed, canola and resources to enhance our when to harvest them, and and mustard. A plan was com- economic goals. She never how to can and store them. pleted for a full-blown facility stopped thinking about our op- She is survived by her

Wilúupup | January 22 OBITUARIES Arthur Lee Reuben, 78, Spokane, WA

Reuben in 1963, moving to and grandkids over the years. Marie Reuben, Cecilia Reu- Spokane shortly after where Art’s passion was hunt- ben, and Thelma Reuben. they raised 8 children together. ing and fishing with his fam- He is survived by his He attended Lewis- ily which he continued to do wife Darlene Reuben; sons Clark State College where he even this past year. The an- Seymour and Arthur Jr. (Jun- completed an auto mechanic nual hunting trip to the Or- ior); daughters Shelly, Shar- program. He also attended egon Blue Mountains was main, Sharlee, Sherry, Sophie, Spokane Community College something he looked forward Darlene; brothers Steven Reu- where he received his culi- to every year and are some ben, Thomas Reuben; Sister nary degree. He worked for of his favorite memories. Darlene (Novak) Reuben; and the Forest Service in Kelly He loved his 49er and Zags countless grandchildren and Creek, Idaho as well as Grey- games. Sports have always great grandchildren. A memo- Arthur Lee Reuben Sr. hound in Spokane for many been a huge part of his life, as rial will be held at the family (78) born May 22, 1942, passed years. After completing his a player, coach, and spectator. home (green house) 24473 away in Spokane, WA on De- Culinary degree, Art worked We will miss his infec- Grouse Road Lapwai, Idaho, cember 27, 2020 due to com- as a chef for retirement tious smile, sense of humor, Wednesday December 30th plications of Covid. He was sur- homes in the Spokane area and the love he shared. He at 7:00 pm. Services will be rounded by his wife of 57 years, where he retired from Moran will be missed dearly by all. held 10:00 am Thursday, De- his children and grandchildren. Vista Assisted living in 2006. He is preceded in death cember 31st at the commu- Art (Otto) was born in Art traveled all over In- by his parents Thomas and nity center (Pi-Nee-Waus) Lewiston, Idaho to Thomas dian Country playing in bas- Lillie Reuben, his brothers J. in Lapwai, Idaho. Burial will and Lillie Reuben. Art married ketball tournaments all his life Herman and James (Babe) take place at Tribal Cemetery the love of his life Darlene F. and continued to coach his kids Reuben, and his sisters D. and to go lunches will follow. Jerard T. Davis, 70, Kamiah, ID

tric Stopwatch & Afterlife Blues hired on at the Itse Ye Ye Ca- A. Souza & Harrison J. Souza Band. Using a Super 8 film sino of the Nez Perce Tribe. He very much. He had an inability camera Jerard made a film first worked in the surveillance to say no to them & gave them inspired by the Beatles’ Help department then transferred whatever they wished for. movie. He would show the to the security department. Af- Jerard is survived by his film on the Wa-A’Yas Commu- ter the security department he brother Ivan K. Davis Jr. of Ka- nity Center wall during band worked in a supervisory posi- miah, Idaho. His daughter Rose shows. Jerard graduated from tion. Jerard then went back to M. Davis & son-in-law Mark A. Kamiah high school in 1970. the security department and Souza of Lapwai, Idaho. His After High School Jerard there he stayed until his death. grandchildren Lauraly A. Sou- attended the Institute of Amer- He had been employed at the za & Harrison J. Souza of Lap- ican Indian Arts in Santa Fe, Itse Ye Ye Casino for 23 years. wai Idaho. Nephews & Nieces, New Mexico. His main course Before his death Jerard Kyle Davis Jr., Aaron Davis, Ty- with silk screening. While at- loved going to rock ‘n’ roll con- son Davis, Nilson Davis, Lean- tending IAIA Jerard met Louise certs throughout the North- der Goodteacher, Helen Good- Harrison of Oklahoma. They west. He took great joy in teacher, Sally Nahsonhoya, Jerard T. Davis passed married in 1971. After they purchasing movies, guitars Brandon Umtuch, Michael Jack- away November 26, 2020 in finish school in Santa Fe, the and music. He would often son Jr., Nikki Davis, Teri Davis, his Kamiah home. Jerard was Davis family travel to Santa Fe travel out of state to different Etta Davis & many cousins. born May 11, 1950 to Ivan to pick the pair of them up. record stores to buy music. Jerard was preceded in K. Davis Sr. & Beverly A. Da- Jerard and Louise were He very much liked spending death by his father Ivan K. Da- vis. He was a Nez Perce Tribal brought back to Kamiah, Ida- time with his brothers, cous- vis Sr., his mother Beverly A. member. Jerard was the eldest ho. Once they were settled ins and friends. Jerard & his Davis, brothers Kyle Davis Sr., of six children. Jerard grew up Jerard started working for the brothers would get in a car Lyle Davis, Albert Davis & sis- on the Davis property at Tom local sawmill. In October 1973 & drive to the mountains. He ter Jerilyn Jackson. Jerard T. Taha along with his siblings Jerard & Louise welcomed would simply love to be at his Davis, Brother, Father, Grand- Albert Davis, Lyle Davis, Kyle their daughter Rose M. Davis. home watching movies, WWE, father, Uncle, Cousin & Friend Davis, Jerilyn Davis, Ivan Davis Louise said Jerard was very football or just listen to music will be greatly missed. We will Jr. After Ivan Jr. was born the proud and happy to have a with his brothers and cousin miss his kind nature, his sense family moved to Kamiah Idaho. baby girl. They later divorced. Mose. Jerard loved his Dallas of humor & most of all his smile. Jerard attended the Ka- Jerard continued to be part of Cowboys football team. He Given the circum- miah school district. During his Rose’s life. He lived in different also enjoy going to pow-wows. stances of today’s world only high school years Jerard was residences throughout Kamiah. More so when his granddaugh- a gravesite service will be a band manager of two bands He continued working at the ter started dancing in the held on December 2, 2020 at made up a fellow classmates. sawmill until the mid-1990’s. pow-wow circle. Jerard loved 1pm in Kamiah, Idaho. There He was part of the band Elec- In 1997 Jerard was his two grandchildren Lauraly Jerard will be laid to rest. Wilúupup | January OBITUARIES 23 Terrance “Terry” Moses, 58, Sitka, AK Vivian N. Chapman, 54, Lapwai, ID

next 40 years employed by Alas- LAPWAI — Vivian N. Chapman, 54, of Lapwai, ka Commercial Fisheries, Crab- died Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020, at her home. bing, and Northwest Coast Art. Being raised as a tra- Malcom’s Brower-Wann Funeral Home of Lewiston is in ditional Nez Perce, Terry had charge of arrangements. a high regard for cultural ac- A full obituary will be shared when it becomes available tivities. He enjoyed hunt- ing, fishing, language and dance, and he passed on his skills and knowledge to his daughter and grandchildren. Terry was preceded in death by his mother Mazie Mo- ses; sister Susan Seven; his brothers Edward Moses and Terrance “Terry” Mo- Douglas Moses; his grandpar- 2019 JEEP CHEROKEE ses, formerly of Sitka, passed ents Lillian and Elias Moses Jr.; LATITUDE PLUS $ 2019 RAM 1500 SPORT $ STK#20UD373A 23,495 STK#20UD367 45,995 away in his home at Wildflow- his aunt Elvira “Tweet” (Floyd) er Courts in Juneau on No- Hendren; his uncles Gabriel vember 13, 2020. He was 58. Moses, Norman Moses and Services will be held in Lester Moses; his father-in-law, Sitka at 11 a.m. Friday, Novem- Richard Marvin Sr. and broth- ber 27, at the Sheet’ka Kwaan er-in-law Richard Marvin Jr.; Naa Kahidi community house. and his nephew, Calvin Siems. 2018 RAM 2500 LARAMIE $ 2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER $ STK#20D314A 53,495 STK#20UD386 28,995 His final resting place will Terrance is survived by be at Sitka Memorial Park. his wife, Martha Moses; his Terry was born to Mazie children Teresa Moses and Margaret Moses in Clarkston, Teryn Moses Vantrease of Boi- Washington, on December se, Idaho; his grandsons An- 20, 1961. While raised on drew Lawrence, Eli Lawrence, the Nez Perce Reservation in Camden James, John James 2019 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED $ 2016 FORD F-150 $ STK#20UD301 30,995 STK#20UD370 32,495 Lapwai and Kamiah, Idaho, and Terrance James; his aunt 2016 he was immersed in the First Mariam Queen; his sister Les- 2018 JEEP MITSUBISHI COMPASS OUTLANDER GT SPORT Indian Presbyterian Church, lie (Liam) Randall; his neph- $ $ 21,995 15,995 which would be his lifelong ews Edward Randall and Evan STK#20UD412 STK#20UD349A support from an early age. Randall; his “favorite mother- Some restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Plus tax, title and $150 doc fee. He moved to Sitka in in-law” Vera Marvin; sister-in- August 1979 to attend Sheldon law Donna (Bill) Trivett; broth- Jackson College to study fish ers-in-law, Wayne Marvin and hatcheries for the Nez Perce Dwayne Marvin Sr.; and numer- Tribe but fell in love with the ous loving brothers, sisters, Alaska waters. Terry spent the nieces, nephews and cousins. Attention Elk Hunters Public Service Announcement Elk hoof disease, is an emerging disease of wild elk that The IDAHO DIVISION OF VETERAN SERVICES has been detected in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. will have a VETERAN’S ADVOCATE in Orofino as follows. The number of elk with abnormal hooves and lameness has increased dramatically OROFINO – THURSDAY – JANUARY 14, 2021 in this region in the past decade. Location: 330 Michigan Ave., (at the VFW Hall)

We are asking hunters to leave the portion of the legs with An Idaho State Veteran Service Officer will be available to hooves at the kill site to prevent contaminating areas that veterans and their dependents between the hours of 9:00 am to are free of hoof disease. 3:00 pm for the purpose of answering questions about veteran benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and take new claims for If you do harvest or see elk that appear to be lame with filing with the Veterans Administration. hoof deformities, please document the location and take photos of the deformed hooves and provide this Veterans in need of these services will need to schedule an appointment by calling the Idaho Division of Veteran Services information to the Nez Perce Tribe Wildlife Division Office (Lewiston Region) @ 208-750-3690. 208-843-2162 or send information to [email protected]

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Visions for a healthy future

FEBRUARY (THURS.) 4TH, 2021. 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM Registration is required. After registering, you will receive a confirma- tion email containing information about joining the meeting.

Hosted by HIPT (Helping Indigenous People Thrive)

THEME: Sponsored by: FOOD SAFETY

To register contact: Danielle Scott, MS UI Extension Educator-Nez Perce Tribe [email protected] or 208.791.4087

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