Inside This Issue . . . Reflections ...... 2 Community News...... 3 Brighton News ...... 6 Big Cypress News ...... 7 Cartoon ...... 8 Sports ...... 9 Suzanne Davis Tommy Benn Tommy Benny Secody Health ...... 11 Classifieds/Announcements . . 15 Judy Jim The Bowers: Paul Jr. and Sr., Graduation Day Raymond Mora’s crew. Diabetic Fun Day, page 11. 2001, Vanguard School, Lake Wales, page 8. Gone Fishin’, page 9.

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$1.00 www.seminoletribe.com Volume XXII Number 9 July 6, 2001 Florida Cattleman’s Convention By Tommy Benn Association (FCA) membership. Resources Director Don Robertson, cattle MARCO ISLAND - Cattlemen In conjunction with the FCA meetings, foremen Cotton Baxley and Joey Henry, from all over Florida converged on the similar events were held by the Florida herdsmen Bubba Johns and Mike Henry, Marco Island Marriott Resort Hotel, site Cattlewomen’s Association, the Junior Stanlo Johns, Billy Joe Johns, Richard of the annual Cattlemen’s Convention and Florida Cattlemen’s Association, and the Bowers, Rudy Osceola, and many other Trade Show, for a full agenda of meetings Florida Beef Council. Tribal citizens. and seminars about issues affecting the The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Events held during the three and beef animal industry. the 12th -ranked beef producer in the 1/2 day convention included committee State, Federal and local policies nation, sent a sizable delegation to the and directors’ meetings, seminars, a quiz affecting the beef industry and the elec- island resort. bowl, sporting events, and a ladies’ fash- tion of state officers and committee Attending were Brighton Board ion show, sponsored by Eli’s Western appointment were among the topics dis- Representative Alex Johns, B.C. Board Wear and the Lavender and Lace cussed by the Florida Cattlemen’s Representative Paul Bowers Sr., Natural Boutique, both of Okeechobee. The trade show, the highlight of the convention, displayed new and improved products and services such as feed, seed, equipment, minerals, supple- ment, fertilizer, chemicals, animal health products, and marketing and sales servic- es. 4-H Director Polly Hayes set up a booth showcasing the Three C’s for the Seminole Tribe’s Citrus, Cane, and Cattle. Many spectators were surprised at the wide variety of ventures displayed at the Tribal booth. The Seminole Tribe, also spon- sored a beautiful handcrafted belt buckle, donated by Paul Bowers Sr., as a give- away for one lucky person who registered at the booth. There was also a pageant for FCA Sweetheart. Competing were: Christine Baldwin, Marion County; Jessica Bailey, Manatee County; Carrie

Tommy Benn Tommy Burkett, Brevard County; Catherine Bush, Duval County; Christin Chandley, Polk County; and Diana Daugharty, Volusia President Mitchell Cypress and Natural Resoaurce Director Don Robertson. See CATTLEMAN, page 5 2001 Ahfachkee High School Graduation By Janice Billie BIG CYPRESS — Ahfachkee Benny Secody School Graduation Ceremony 2001 was held at the Herman Osceola Gym on the evening of June 5. This annual ceremony Steven Billie honoring students graduating from high school, eighth grade and kindergarten is a much anticipated and joyous occasion not Bull Riding Clinic Held In Brighton only for the students and their families but also for staff members and the com- By Benny Secody presently working on a screenplay enti- munity. BRIGHTON — On the week- tled “Red Shirt”. Guests from surrounding com- end of June 9-10, World Champion bull During the clinic, the second munities, Hollywood, Brighton and rider Gary Leffew conducted a two-day one he has conducted for the Seminole Immokalee along with Tribal dignitaries clinic for 12 young Seminole cowboys. cowboys, Leffew provided drills, safety arrived in the midst of a severe rainstorm Leffew was ranked number exercises, and tips. to recognize these young achievers and two in the United States in 1967, and Leffew also showed a video of wish them well. World Champion in 1970. Since then former students, including five-time Acting Chairman and Board he has racked up many other accom- World Champion, Ted Nuce. Leffew President, Mitchell Cypress, Big Cypress plishments. has known the Native American cow- Councilman David R. Cypress, Big He has coached numerous boy since Nuce was 10 years old. Cypress Board Representative Paul Hollywood celebrities for the rodeo The second day of the clinic Bowers Sr., and Seminole Tribe General movies: “C.W. Coop”, “J. R. Bonner”, the youth were quizzed and asked to Counsel Jim Shore were seated on stage Janice Billie and “Eight Seconds”, as well other demonstrate what they had learned. with Ahfachkee School Principal Dr. documentaries and commercials. He is See BULL RIDING, page 16 Patrick Gaffney, Reverend Vincent Micco Timmy Johns and Paul Bowers presenting colors. See AHFACHKEE, page 6 Big Cypress High School Grads By Janice Billie beginning of a new era, the arrival at a Theresa Boromei Team Makes Top Ten In Vegas BIG CYPRESS — As the hot threshold of change. By Libby Blake Tournament, held May 29 - June 3 at the with only four players. Previous commit- days of June arrived, another school year It is many things, but most of, LAS VEGAS — Brighton resi- Rivera Hotel and Casino. Boromei’s team ments kept everyone but Billie and came to an end. For some, it is the end of it’s a time of celebration and joy. A time dent Theresa Boromei put together a top- placed ninth out of over 130 teams in the Osceola from making the event this year. twelve long years of education, discipline, to recognize the students who have notch women’s team to compete in the women’s division, for a $1,000 payday. Billie and Osceola teamed up tests, grades and teenage drama. It is the endured and achieved a goal. The Big 21st Annual VNEA International Pool Boromei’s teammates were with feared Naples players, Andy Tennant Cypress Community honors their high Peggy Nunez, Charlene and Neil Martin, and lost their first round school graduates of 2001. Haynes, and Amy Poulter. match by two balls against a team that Happy Jumper, 19, the son of Nunez and Haynes shoot pool had all five players. The team picked up Moses and Laquita Jumper, graduated at the Players Pub in Boogie Nunez, who came to support his from Shulter High School in Henrietta, Okeechobee, and Poulter shoots wife, Peggy, before the next round. The OK, on May 5. Happy’s main interests are out of Riverside Billiards in Seminoles finished in the money, placing competing in rodeo events. He started Stuart. Dedicated shooters, 126th out of more than 600 teams. roping at the age of four and has dedicat- Nunez, Boromei, and Haynes The Immokalee teams, the ed much time and energy to team roping, usually place in the top five at Play’AZ and the High Rollers, were elim- bull riding, steer wrestling, and calf rop- most local pool tournaments. inated early and didn’t fare much better in ing. Teams from all over the the Sportsmen rounds. The Play’AZ line- Happy earned the All-Around world come to Las Vegas to up includes Maria Billie, Ralph Sanchez, Cowboy title at the Creek Festival and compete in the VNEA tourna- Roy Cantu, Juan Salinas, and Libby Rodeo in Oklahoma. He was also State ment. This year, the tournament Blake. The Higher Rollers included Team Roping Champion at the age of 13. floor was awash in the national Tommie Benson, David Billie, Raymond When he’s not practicing for colors and flags of the countries Mora, Angel Citrone, and Frankie upcoming rodeos, Happy likes to go hunt- of Russia, Croatia, Germany, Delarosa. ing and fishing. He’s presently working Australia, Malaysia, the The Classics, a familiar name to for the Cattle and Range program fixing Bahamas, and Canada. many of the pool players in the Tribe, fences, riding horses and tending to cattle. L. Blake The Seminoles, whose placed 13th in the team division. Jay Happy hasn’t any immediate usual lineup includes Tony Huffman, Okeechobee and Stuart charter plans for college but is leaving his options Billie, David Cypress, Randy holder, captained the team of Corey open. He credits his parents for encourag- L-R: Peggy Nunez, Charlene Haynes, Theresa Clay, O.B. Osceola, Jr., and Penrod, Al Koklys, Jim Rose, and Joe ing and pushing him to get his high school diploma. Boromei and Amy Poulter. George Grasshopper, had to Giaccone. The Classics play out of Happy Jumper play their first round match Riverside Billiards in Stuart. See GRADUATES, page 8 The Seminole Tribune 2 July 6, 2001 Reflections By Patsy West Alligator Tales By Patsy West in the process of catching them The Seminole Tribe’s involve- in the wilds, alligator wrestling ment with the capture of the two-foot long as a tourist attraction feature caiman found in Central Park this week was created by Henry was yet another page in the Florida Coppinger Jr. of Coppinger’s Seminoles’ long history with alligators. Tropical Garden Tourist The Seminoles enjoyed a lucrative alliga- Attraction in Miami. tor hunting economy in the late 19th and Learning from early 20th centuries when the soft alliga- Henry’s success, alligator tor hide underbelly was in demand for the wrestling provided income for leather industry. many young Seminole men at Early in the last century, alligator tourist attractions, who asked eggs were gathered by Seminole hunters the eldest member of the Snake to supply a popular “pet alligator” market. clan (the relative of the extinct The newly hatched babies were purchased Alligator clan) for permission from the Seminoles and shipped in little to manhandle the reptiles. boxes from curio shops and tourist attrac- Seminoles wrestled alligators tions to children “up north.” Some tourist in the 1930’s at the Chicago attraction personnel, like Henry World’s Fair and the New York Coppinger Jr. of Miami, were concerned World’s Fair. about the treatment of the baby saurians The tourists’ thrill of and included instructions on their care. Of watching alligator wrestling course, these babies could have grown promoted the Florida over 10 feet long in their native habitat! Seminoles unlike any other What did happen to the six-inch activity. Seminole and long reptiles when they reached Chicago Miccosukee wrestlers have or New York? Some arrived dead, others traveled all over the country were vigorous, ravenous, and ready for a and abroad to Paris and swim in a guest room sink or bathtub. Singapore with alligator When the children or their parents tired of wrestling acts promoting the them as pets, how long would a northern Tribes. Modern day alligator Bobby Tiger a Miccosukee alligator wrestling leg- Mom allow the little critters to remain in wrestling shows are some of end, “bulldogs” an alligator at his attraction on the house or basement? In the 1930’s the most informative available the Tamiami Trail in the 1950’s. Postcard from there was a four-foot alligator found dead on the saurian, as the wrestlers the Seminole/Miccosukee Photographic Archive, in the sewers of New York. Was THAT discuss the history, physiologi- Ft. Lauderdale. the catalyst for the “scary” sci-fi movie cal characteristics, and envi- about an alligator found in the sewers of ronmental issues concerning New York? So, the two-footer found last the species. While alligator week was doubtless an attempt to get rid wrestling promoted the Florida today in select tourist attractions located of an unwanted pet. Tribes as unique tribal entities, tourism on Seminole and Miccosukee It is the Florida Seminoles who brought long-lasting economic prosperity Reservations in Southern Florida and at have been the greatest promoters of alli- to the tribal peoples in their pre Bingo special events. Little wonder that the Mitchell Virginia gators, adopting the sport called “alligator days. Florida Seminole Tribe sent a representa- wrestling” early last century. While tive of their Okalee Indian Village to Ush peh oochapee (Corn field) Seminoles technically wrestled alligators Alligator wrestling can be seen Manhattan last week to “rescue” the When you need a Tribune Bingo And Economic Self-Determination Reporter contact . . . By Libby Blake and citizens. This stance was ironic in that Tommie frequently traveled to Transformation Among The Florida Brighton HOLLYWOOD — Twenty-two these same people came to America seek- Tallahassee and Washington, D.C. form- Seminoles 1953-1979, author Harry A. freelance years of litigation, investigations, promis- ing freedom from religious persecution ing relationships with those in power. He Kersey Jr. asked Tommie directly how Photographer/ es, threats, support, outright lies and con- and oppression. served on the litigation committee of the much the Tribe benefited economically Reporters are Sandi demnation has followed the efforts of This philosophy of assimilation National Congress of American Indians under his administration from these ven- M. Osceola who can Howard Tommie to start his people on the would prevail until the 1920s when a and testified at congressional hearing in tures. “The response evolved into a be reached at (863) road to financial freedom and prosperity. gradual momentum developed toward support of the 1975 Indian Self- lengthy justification of the benefits which 467-3630, or at (863) 801-5021, and Over these years, truth has been Indian control over tribal economic, Determination Act. Tommie gained his administration had produced for the Tommy Benn at confused with fiction – whether intended social, and political affairs. Many feel national recognition as an outspoken and tribe, and if in the process a few individu- (561) 308-0101. or not. There’s an old saying, “Repeat it President Richard Nixon’s congressional articulate spokesman for Indian causes. als become wealthy, well, that was a natu- Tommy Benn often enough and it becomes fact.” message on Indians (July 1970) was the When Joe Dan Osceola resigned ral outcome of the entrepreneurial, capi- People, by nature, are quick to blame and defining moment in establishing the as president of the board in early 1971, talist system… slow to give credit. How did the Indian self-determination principle, even Brighton cattleman Fred Smith ran and On the whole, he (Tommie) Big Seminoles really get involved in bingo though it was never fully implemented. won in the spring election. Smith was believed that while a few individuals were Cypress photogra- and when? Has credit been given where it The Indian Self-Determination from the same generation as Tommie, had enriched the entire tribe had gained pher/ reporters are was deserved? and Educational Assistance Act of 1975 traveled extensively, and shared Tommie’s more… Howard Tommie’s account of his Janice Billie, avail- Seminole Bingo began operations established the concept of tribal sover- ideas on expansion of tribal enterprises. administration provides insight into the able on her cell December 14, 1979 on the Hollywood eignty and set the stage for economic It was under Smith’s leadership motivations, conflicts, and concerns driv- phone at (863) 447- Reservation. Chairman at the time was recovery by the Indians. that the board set up regulation and ing many American Indian tribal leaders 1312 or at home James E. Billie. Most of the credit, in the In 1971, a young Howard restrictions for the Tribe’s commercial during the self-determination era…. The (863) 983-8355, and press and in history books, has been given Tommie ran for Chairman with the prom- frontage along U.S. 441 and made leases memoir also illustrates how easily leaders Janice Billie Candy Cypress at to Billie because it opened under his ise of Indian self-determination. He available to Indian businessmen. – Indian or non-Indian – can blur the line (863) 983-6332. tenure. appealed to the younger generation but Regulations Tommie would later use. which divides personal and public inter- To understand anything, one was also able to bridge the generation gap Tommie’s second term saw four ests…. Ironically, the very enterprises Hollywood must first know the facts. To get to the and handily defeated Betty Mae Jumper. It of the most far-reaching changes in mod- which generated great wealth for the photographer/ facts, one must learn the history. also didn’t hurt that Tommie was a mem- ern Seminole history. First, he brought Seminole tribe also encouraged entrepre- reporters are Ernie Gaming has been a part of the ber of the large Bird clan while Jumper closure to the Seminole land claim by urg- neurial skills that produced private gain. Tiger, Elizabeth Indians culture since before the first was from the much smaller Snake clan. ing acceptance of the Indian Claims While such activities were not (Libby) Blake, and European (though some would argue the Tommie himself remarked to a reporter at Commission’s award in 1976, although illegal, in the early stages they benefited Virginia Mitchell. Vikings) set foot on America. It was the time, “I do belong to a large clan and distribution of the funds would take relatively few Seminoles directly and cre- They can be reached included in most, if not all, tribal cere- that was very helpful.” another 14 years. Second, Tommie set a ated social and political cleavages within at The Seminole monies and celebrations. When the set- Regardless of why he won, major precedent in eastern Indian water the Indian community… Tommie’s chair- tlers faced difficulty subduing the Indians Tommie didn’t sit around waiting for the rights when he negotiated a water com- manship was a great success. He exploited through warfare, they found another way BIA or IHS to dictate policy, as he pact with Florida that defined tribal water every facet of the Indian self-determina- Ernie Tiger – take away their culture and make them believed previous leaders had done. He rights and usage. tion movement and delivered the dependent on the white man for their aggressively went after federal funding, The third and fourth issues were Seminoles to the brink of economic and every need. especially education monies. Many of the the most audacious in the case for tribal political independence, at a cost to his Tribune at (954) 967- Christian reformers held to the programs started under Tommie’s leader- sovereignty – “smoke shops” and high- personal reputation.” 3416, or fax flyers in belief that Indians should be converted ship are still in existence today, including stakes, unregulated bingo. These two ven- Another Tribal member to take a at (954) 967-3482. from their heathen ways to save their social services, employment and educa- tures brought adverse publicity to the shot to his reputation was Marcellus When you are unable souls and be held individually responsible tion assistance, community health repre- Seminoles and Tommie, in particular. The Osceola. In 1976, taking advantage of a to reach certain indi- for their success or failure in American sentatives, emergency medical assistance Miami Herald ran articles critical of federal court decision exempting the viduals, please call society. The Dawes General Allotment Act and doctors on the reservations, mental Tommie and other affluent Seminoles. Colville tribe of Washington from paying the Tribune office of 1887 stated that the Indians’ future health and alcoholism programs, drug This led to divisions in the Tribe between state sales taxes, Osceola, with the Elizabeth Blake and we will assign would be best served by abandoning trib- abuse counseling, Head Start, special edu- the “haves” and “have-nots.” approval of the Tribal council, opened the any available reporter alism, taking up individual land allot- cation, and the tribal law enforcement In the book, An Assumption of for your event. ments and becoming productive farmers program. Sovereignty: Social and Political See BINGO, page 7 Immokalee photographer/ reporters are Benny and Barbara Secody, and they can be reached at (941) 573- 8667. Tampa photographer/reporters are Gary Padgett, at (863) 621-2811 or letters/e-mail Mark Madrid at (863) 665-2201. 6300 Stirling Rd. Hollywood. FL 33024 [email protected]

Dear Friends of the Indigenous, the from tribal officials would be greatly Ya’at’ehh, (Hello) and good afternoon, I am grateful that there are peo- Seminole Buffalo, and the Earth, appreciated. Individual messages of con- My name is Edith Charleston, I ple like her who write such informative I am appealing to you to support cern are just as powerful. Rosebud Sioux am of the Dine’ people of the Navajo and interesting articles. I have already e- Tribune the Sicangu Lakota (Rosebud Sioux Tribe, POB 430, Rosebud, SD 57570, Nation. My clans are the Edgewater clan mailed your newspaper to dozens of my Tribe) in it struggle to avoid becoming the Phone: (605) 747-2381. born for the Near to the Water clan. My friends to let them know that our Former Publisher: James E. Billie home of the world’s third largest hog If you’re looking for a quick, paternal clan is Folded Arms and my Leader is featured in his own article in the Director: Dr. Betty Mae Jumper farm. The first phase of 24 barns is convenient way to indicate your support maternal clan is BitterWater. Seminole newspaper! Thank you for put- Editor: Virginia Mitchell already in place and in spite of tribal or to support and/or join the camp vigil I am writing to you this after- ting out a wonderful paper, the article of Design/Layout: Melissa Sherman opposition and legal intervention by sev- for the environment and for justice, check noon in response to an article that I read Mr. MacDonald has made me an avid and Freelance Designers: Stephen Galla, eral organizations, Bell Farms (Sun the Camp Sovereignty website. in your Seminole newspaper about our faithful reader of your newspaper. May Teresa Robotham Prairie) continues construction on the sec- To see this hog farm to full-scale former Navajo Nation President Mr. Peter the Great Creator bless you. Ha’go’anee’ Reporters: Libby Blake ond phase. When completed, there will operation, Mr. Bell would have to crush MacDonald. It was an excellent article; I (bye) Archivist: Ernie Tiger be 13 sites of 24 barns each. The waste the tribe. I believe he is capable. We totally and completely commend the Contributors: Tommy Benn, Janice Billie, Paul “Cowbone” Buster, E. Bowers, disposal digester at site #1 is not properly have determined spirits. We need public author of the article, Barbara Secody. She Sincerely and respectably, Jessica Cattelino, Candy Cypress, Suzanne Davis, functional, as predicted. outrage (and lots of prayers too). did a great job informing anyone and Mrs. Edith Charleston Diane Diaz, Lucy Evanicki, Michael James, As indicated in my letter to Mr. everyone about the respectable Peter Bob Kippenberger (Photos), Mark Madrid, Bell, the Rosebud Sioux Tribe is valiantly Thank you from my heart, MacDonald. Dear Seminole Tribune, Sandi M. Osceola, Gary Padgett, Rhonda Roff, battling the matter in the judicial system, Rosalie Little Thunder I am currently living here in I’m hoping that you will print my Barbara Secody, Benny Secody, Brian Vavra, with its sovereignty in serious in serious [email protected] Savannah, GA. with my husband and our letter, I’m looking for a friend of mine, Patsy West, Dr. Patricia R. Wickman jeopardy. Meanwhile, we are establishing two children. My husband’s occupation is he’s a Seminole Indian. Jerry Lee a vigilance camp, to be called Camp Dear Editor: what brings us here; he is currently enlist- Balentine and I go back to 1994. I’ve tried Sovereignty, in the vicinity of the hog I have read with great interest the ed in the Army stationed here at Hunter to contact him several times in the past. I The Seminole Tribune farms. We can no longer tolerate the interview that was done by one of your Army Airfield, so we will be here in know that he is okay – I read the S.T. is a member of the Native American severe corporate oppression of Bell reporters, it was excellent. Being a Navajo Georgia for another two years. Jerry I miss you primo – contact Journalists Association, the Florida Farms. We can no longer tolerate the from Tuba City, Arizona and living in I am far from home and I am me as soon as possible. I told you that Press Club and the Associated Press. threats to our environment, to the quality Huntsville, Texas, it was such a pleasure hungry for any knowledge of my home- you will be my Amigo until the end, my Letters/e-mails to the Editor must be of justice, and to our sovereignty. to have read an article on our former land back on the Navajo reservation, so I Spirit is always near you, don’t hesitate, signed and may be edited for publica- There are several options for you “Chairman” without any bias. go looking for any news that may have to acknowledge I’m here. Write to Baker tion. Subscription rate is $25 per year to consider. You may join me in a letter Your paper’s article should be do with the Dine’ People. That is how I C.I. P.O Box 500, Sanderson, FL 32087. by mail. Make checks payable to The to Rich Bell by snail mail (sorry we are printed in the Navajo Times, I am sure came across the article in your newspaper. Seminole Tribune, 6300 Stirling Rd., not able to access an email address for that my Tribal members would be appre- Barbara Secody gave an excellent inter- Sincerely, Hollywood, FL 33024. Phone: (954) him yet) to: Bell Farms in Wahpeton, ND. ciative of other Tribal interest in our great view and I am thoroughly impressed! I Robert Ramirez 967-3416. Fax: (954) 967-3482. Or Phone number is (701) 642-4021. Fax is leader. have not heard much of anything about El vato (701) 942-9237. Keep up the good work! Mr. MacDonald until I read the article by subscribe on the Internet at The RST tribal officials are Barbara Secody, now I feel like I am up to P.S. Thank you Seminole Tribune www.seminoletribe.com working against incredible odds. Tribal Joe Bergen date on the former president of our great and best of luck with the new project. © Seminole Tribe of Florida council resolutions and letters of support Huntsville, TX Navajo Nation. Your Amigo, Robert Zool. The Seminole Tribune 3 July 6, 2001 CCommunityommunity NewsNews “Best Buds” Blooming New Business By Libby Blake “It’s a little play on words and it Calling All Seminole And OKEECHOBEE — suits us pretty good.” Residents in the Okeechobee Working out of their Miccosukee Artists area now have another choice homes for now, Boromei and for all their floral needs. Nunez said they can deliver By Tommy Benn Theresa Boromei and sister-in- anywhere in the region – any- The Absolutely Art Gallery 1 of Okeechobee is law Deanna Nunez have opened thing from a simple flower organizing its first Seminole and Miccosukee Art Show. Okeechobee Best Buds on the arrangement to complete Kelly Raulerson, owner of the Okeechobee-based studio, Brighton Reservation. The duo designs for special occasions, wants to hold a local Native American Art Show in the very is operating out of their homes such as weddings, parties, etc. near future. She is calling all Seminole and Miccosukee until a suitable location can be They are looking for the artists to display their art in her Okeechobee Gallery. found in town. right building in Okeechobee The Gallery is currently featuring a local Artist of The two entrepreneurs, to set up a permanent shop but the Month program and would like to feature Seminole and who recently graduated from have had no success so far. Miccosukee artists as well. South East Floral Design “Just starting out, we need to Ms. Raulerson also holds art classes on school, decided to go into busi- look for not only the right Wednesday afternoon from 3-5 pm. She sells art supplies ness together. “We were sitting location but also at the right and will order supplies for the artist’s specific needs. around trying to come up with cost,” said Nunez. The Gallery specializes in custom framing and some kind of catchy name when For all your floral needs Benn Tommy matting. one of us, I don’t remember large or small contact Contact her at the studio: 115 Southwest Park

who, said something about us Baromei Theresa Okeechobee Best Buds. Until a Ave., Okeechobee, or by phone: (863) 763-1199, for more Carved Cow Skull by local Okeechobee being buddies. It just went from permanent location for the information. there to best buds, because we shop is found you can call artists Chad Carden. are not only sister-in-laws but Sample design creation. Nunez at (863) 634-6759 or best friends,” said Boromei, Boromei at (863) 634-6649. Employment Assistance Department Up-Date HOLLYWOOD — Seminole Princess Pageant Set Greetings from the HOLLYWOOD – Wanda Bowers has Hollywood – Wanda Bowers at (954) 967- Employment Assistance and announced that the Seminole Princess Pageant has 3420 or Ginger Tiger at DSO (954) 989-6840. Training Program. The staff been set for Saturday Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Tribal Big Cypress – Alice M. Billie, Mary J. currently consists of Ms. Auditorium of the Tribal headquarters’ building on Koenes, or Jeanette Cypress at (863) 983-2157. Yolanda Ponce De Leon, who the Hollywood Reservation. Brighton – Salina Dorgan at (863) 763- is the program’s Employment The contest is open to Seminole young 2402, Lorene Gopher at (863) 763-7501, Suraiya and Training Counselor, and ladies ages 12 – 17 (Junior Miss division) and 18 –25 Youngblood at (863) 634-1324, or Micki Diaz at myself, Moses Osceola, (Miss Seminole division). Contestants will be judged (863) 643-1187. Director. The program offices on numerous categories, including talent and poise. Immokalee – Gail Motlow-Boone at (941) are located on the third floor Events begin at 5 p.m. with a Community 657-3400. in the DSO Memorial Dinner in the Auditorium lobby. Tampa – Richard Henry at (813) 621-2811. Education Building, 3100 Applications are available NOW for the Fort Pierce – Sally Tommie at (954) 966- N.W. 63rd Avenue, Miss and Junior Miss Seminole pageant 2001 6300 ext. 1320. Hollywood, FL. An easy way –2002. For applications and further information con- All interested applicants are asked to regis- to locate the building and tact: ter as soon as possible. offices is to come to the Gym; we are located at the Mitchell Virginia north end of the parking lot. Our telephone number is DSO Memorial Education Building in Hollywood. Museum And Billie Swamp Safari (954) 989-6840, ext. #1313, and 1314, our fax number is (954) 898-8856. Cypress, Desiree Jumper has already started as the Welcome Japanese Exchange Students Our mission is to help our Tribal members, Youth Coordinator – see her for applications at the By Lucy Evanicki and other American Indians to find permanent, well- Learning Resources Center. In Immokalee, see Norita BIG CYPRESS — paying jobs. In pursuit of this, qualified applicants at the Library for applications, and in Hollywood see On June 19, Japanese stu- will be assisted in any way possible to obtain a good Yolanda for assistance. In Tampa, see Carol Foret at dents from Takizawa High paying job. If training is required, the program will the Library, and for Ft. Pierce, a Youth Coordinator is School in Chiba, Japan, help participants to needed. If anyone is their principal Mr. Takizawa obtain this training, if interested and willing and several students from employment or indus- to work hard for the the Western High School try skills need upgrad- youth, please call our Boys and Girls Clubs, in ing, this can also be offices as soon as pos- Pompano Beach, visited the provided. If high sible. Big Cypress Reservation to school diplomas are The summer learn about the Seminole needed, the program programs will begin at Tribe’s culture and history. will assist individuals each reservation as its Their first stop was in getting one. Job schools let out for the Billie Swamp Safari. vacancy ads are summer. Under the After visiting with received every week, new Federal program, Louise Billie, and watching so if you are in need of youth will be allowed her sew traditional patch- employment, we invite now to work through- E. Tiger work, the group took off in Gallaher Tom you to come to our out the year, so youth airboats to learn about alli- offices to review the are encouraged to find job ads and see if any- gators and their natural Yolanda Ponce De Leon Moses Osceola a job in a field they habitat. The swamp buggy Museum tour guides Mornin Osceola, Ira Buster, and Daisy Jumper with thing interests you. Job are interested in and to eco-tour also was interesting Japanese Exchange Students. ads are received from continue working dur- to the students, especially the Tribe, Broward ing the school year if learning how the Seminoles Museum to learn more about Florida’s original County School Board, various area City governments, they so desire. Youth must be ages 14 – 18; college built their camps in the early 1800’s. inhabitants. the Dept. of Transportation (DOT), and private busi- students 18 - 21 may also work. Please remember to Luckily, Satoko Sagae, the Japanese, The Japanese and Broward County students nesses. There are all manner of jobs available from submit copies of photo I.D. and Social Security cards Distance Learning Teacher at Pompano Beach and had been exchanging culture this past school year via computer operators, programmers, bookkeepers, with your applications, and to complete and sign all Western High School was distance learning video-con- accountants, school teachers, teacher aides, coaches forms, especially the W-4, and Form I-9, Employment along to interpret so the ferencing, which transfers the for various sports, cooks, office managers, etc.! If you Eligibility Verification form. Youth will receive $6.00 Japanese students could have signal over telephone lines to want a good job, there are many out there! We will per hour. If you have any questions, please call our a full learning experience. a TV set in the classrooms on assist you anyway we can. offices, or see your local coordinator. One of the high- Saturday mornings. The We are preparing to begin our youth summer We invite you to stop by anytime to review lights of the cultural Japanese students came to employment on all the Reservations. Brighton will your needs, and file an application for services. exchange came at lunch, in Florida to meet their have two (2) youth coordinators – see Louise Gopher Qualified applicants will be assisted in every way the Swamp Water Café, when American counterparts and for applications at the Education building. In Big possible. the Japanese visitors tried learn hands-on about their alligator nuggets for the first culture. time. They were definitely “The students have eager to try new things, some Lucy Evanicki shared such things as life DSO Library Schedule even had venison! experiences, cultural tradi- After lunch, Mary tions/holiday celebrations, The fun starts June 18th through Aug. 24. mâché. Tigertail and Lee Tiger pre- Pompano Beach and Western High School cultural foods and dances,” Mornings, 8 a.m. - Noon - Monday: Writing stories, poetry, and a newsletter. sented Seminole medallion Japanese and Distance Learning Teacher said Joy Veasy, Distance Preschool Story Time. Tuesday - Friday: Computer Submit a story about your hobby, pet, and vacation necklaces to the visitors and Satoko Sagae, and Tsutomu Takizawa, Learning Specialist of the lab and reading time for youths and adults. plans. bade them farewell as they Principal of the Takizawa High School in Broward Education Afternoons: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Food, films, and fun. Let’s enjoy a movie left for the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Japan, try alligator tail for the first time! Communications Network. Summer reading - sign up now! Many new and some popcorn on Friday afternoons. books have arrived. Take some out for a test read! Please remember that children under 8 (All kids K-12) - Keep track of what you read and must be accompanied. earn prizes. For more information call Diane at (954) Computer fun, internet sites, and more. 989-6840 ext. 1225 or Michael at ext. 1226. Immokalee Recreation Summer Activities How big does a Florida panther, whale, or python For information on your reservation you Monday, July 9 - Canoe races in BC 12:00 p.m. Thursday, August 2 - Trail ride in BC 12:00p.m. get? You can find the answers on the internet. can call Immokalee at (941) 657-3400, Big Cypress Tuesday, July 10 - Library activities Friday, August 3 - Movies - 12:00 p.m. Art: painting, drawing, and papier-mâché. at (863) 983-6724, Tampa at (813) 626-5765, or Wednesday, July 11 - Library activities Monday, August 6 - Bowling - 12:00 p.m. Create your favorite Everglades animal out of paper- Brighton at (863) 763-4236. Thursday, July 12 - Gatorama - 11:00 a.m., Gator Tuesday, August 7 - Library activities feeding - 2:30 Wednesday, August 8 - Ft. Myers Skating 12:00 Friday, July 13 - Movies 12:00 p.m. Thursday, August 9 - Library activities Monday, July 16 - Archery - 12:00 p.m. in BC Friday, August 10 - King Richards 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 17 - Library activities Monday, August 13 - Immokalee pool 12:00p.m. Wednesday, July 18 - Bowling Tuesday, August 14 - Library activities Thursday, July 19 - Library activities Wednesday, August 15 - Library activities Friday, July 20 - Miami Seaquarium 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 16 - Orlando trip Monday, July 23 through Tuesday, July 31 - No Friday, August 17 - Orlando trip trips due to NAYO Softball & Baseball Tournaments. Monday, August 20 - Back to School! Wednesday, August 1 - Library activities Hollywood Recreation Summer Activities Monday, July 9 - Canoe Races - B.C., van leaves at Saturday, July 21 - Golf lessons, van leaves from 9:30, Basketball Camp at 1:00. gym at 10:00. Tuesday, July 10 - Field activities at gym - 11:00, Monday, July 23 - Field activities at gym - 11:00, Basketball games at 1:00. Basketball Camp at 1:00. Wednesday, July 11 - Miami Seaquarium, van Tuesday, July 24 - Field activities at gym - 11:00, leaves at 10:00, Basketball Camp at 1:00. Basketball games at 1:00. Thursday, July 12 - Field activities at gym - 11:00, Wednesday, July 25 - ATV Trail Ride, van leaves at Basketball games at 1:00. 9:30, Basketball Camp at 1:00. Friday, July 13 - Movies, van leaves at 12:30, Thursday, July 26 - Horse Trail Ride, van leaves at Basketball Camp at 1:00. 9:30, Basketball games at 1:00. Saturday, July 14 - Golf lessons, van leaves at Friday, July 27 - Movies, van leaves at 12:30, 10:00. Basketball Camp at 1:00. Monday, July 16 - Archery Tour in B.C., van leaves Saturday, July 28 - Golf lessons, van leaves at at 9:30, Basketball Camp at 1:00. 10:00 Tuesday, July 17 - Field activities at gym - 11:00, Monday, July 30 - Field activities at gym - 11:00, Basketball games at 1:00. Basketball Camp at 1:00. Wednesday, July 18 - Airboat & Buggy rides, van Tuesday, July 31 - Boomer’s, van leaves at 1:00, leaves at 9:30, Basketball Camp at 1:00. Basketball games at 1:00. Thursday, July 19 - Field activities - 11:00, ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) Trail rides to Big Basketball games at 1:00. Cypress - PLEASE bring change of clothes to swim Friday, July 20 - Skating, van leaves at 1:15, afterwards. Basketball Camp at 1:00. The Seminole Tribune 4 July 6, 2001 Father’s Day Sister Act: The Kinleys Perform At Casino By Benny Secody songs they’d learned from their IMMOKALEE — Thanks to parents’ Andrews Sisters the hard work and efforts of Dawn Geis, records, and later, the Everly Pool Event the Immokalee Seminole Casino was Brothers. rockin’ out to the dynamic sounds of the Through the Everlys, By Libby Blake Kinleys on June 9. the girls started exploring CLEWISTON — A special The twin sisters, Jennifer and Country music and became Father’s Day Pool Tournament was held Heather, first attracted attention with their huge fans of the Judds. It June 17 at the R & R Lounge in debut album “Just Between You And Me.” totally changed their direction, Clewiston. 8-Ball and 9-Ball events were Their first single,”Please,” remains the and before long, they were sit- held for both men and women willing to highest debuting single by a female duo in ting in with plenty of big name pay the $20 entry fee for each tourna- country music history, while the album’s bands – many of which ment. Bill Wilson and David Nunez. title track was a top ten smash. The encouraged the twins to pursue The top nine places for men and album certified gold and went on to sell their dream. the top four places for women shared the Bill Wilson, 2nd place – David Nunez, over 750,000 copies, the sisters were Jennifer and Heather prize fund. Over 30 men and nine women 3rd place – Joe Junior Billie, 4th place – named the Best New Duo by the have released The Kinleys II, competed in 8-Ball single game, double Boogie Nunez, 5th place – George Academy of Country Music. which is a true representation elimination tournament. Thirty-five men Grasshopper, 6th place – Johnny Cuevas, The two beauties, who resemble of where they are today – a lit- and eight women vied in the race to three, 7th place – Jake Masters, 8th place – life size Barbie dolls, explode with energy tle older, wiser and much hap- double elimination 9-Ball event. Anthony Jones, 9th place – Randy Coyle. on stage and possess an innate sense of pier. Placing in the money in each Women: 1st place – Libby harmony projected through their mutual “It’s been almost three event were: 8-Ball – Men: 1st place – Blake, 2nd place – Reina Blissett, 3rd love of singing. years since the last record, and place – Connie Williams, 4th “We love to sing separately, but musically we’ve changed so place – Anita Nunez. there is something that is exhilarating much,” says Jennifer, “We’re 9-Ball – Men: 1st place – Benjy about putting our voices together,” says in a totally different spot. C., 2nd place – Bill Wilson, 3rd Jennifer, “At certain points when we’re We’ve gotten more confidence place – Johnny Cuevas, 4th place singing, the two of us really do become and more experience, and I – George Grasshopper, 5th place – one sound. It’s hard to explain, but it’s an think that shows through our Benny Secody Mike DeWitt. amazing feeling.” music. In your 20s, you’re still Women: 1st place – Virginia “Its like we’re connecting on learning who you are. We The Kinleys, Jennifer and Heather. Billie, 2nd place – Connie another level,” continues Heather, “We were doing that, both personal- Williams, 3rd place – Dale know each other so well, that we thought ly and musically. Now that Grasshopper, 4th place – Libby that was impossible, but when we bring we’re almost thirty, we feel Blake. our voices together, it’s a different bond- like everything is coming together.” great-looking cowboy hat. R & R is a local favorite ing experience.” Indeed, it is for these two young The night was a huge success, for pool players living on the Big The twins, who grew up in ladies. They have even put together and a big pat on the back goes to Dawn Cypress and Brighton Philadelphia, have been performing music videos including “Just Between for putting together a great concert. She Reservations. The lounge boasts together since they were eight, doing You and Me,” “My Heart Is Still says this is one of three scheduled for the six pool tables, along with full bar Beating,” “Please,” “She summer months. On Saturday, July 7, the and food service. The menu fea- Ain’t The Girl For You,” and Immokalee Seminole Casino will host tures Everglades seasoning on “Somebody’s Out There RCA recording artist Andy Griggs. L-R: Libby Blake, Reina Blissett, Connie many items and is considered one Watching” – all of which are Special guest Jake Murphy from Arcadia Williams and Anita Nunez. of the best in the area. highly rated by CMT view- will open the show. ers. On August 11, another popular “Somebody’s Out singing sensation, Mindy McCready, will There Watching” is part of perform; the Seminole own Paula Bulls Do Duty On Heifers the soundtrack for the CBS Bowers-Sanchez will open the show. By Tommy Benn 174 heifers tested, only seven were hit “Touched By An Angel,” Paula has been singing since her teens, CATTLE COUNTRY – It open, a 98% conception rate. and is included as a bonus and has a special style of her own. She was pregnancy check time again for the All of the heifers were bred to song on the new album. has become one of the best female vocal- Brighton and Big Cypress cattle opera- Black Brangus Texas bulls and main- Before taking center ists to hail from South Florida; and her tions, conducted on the 2-year old tained by the Brighton and Big Cypress stage, the girls enjoyed a performance is guaranteed to delight peo- replacement heifers by Dr. Keen. cattle crews, who have complete control leisurely dinner in the Casino ple of all ages. “Cotton” Baxley, Brighton over the animals until they are returned with family and band mem- Geis, who has worked with the Cattle Crew Foreman, supervised the to their original owners, bred. bers (and even some pesky Seminole Tribe for over three years, in gathering of the two-year olds and Open heifers are sold by pri- fans who were determined to gaming, she enjoys her work and finds it trucked them to the Marsh Pens. There, vate treaty or shipped to the livestock interrupt their dinner in both challenging and exciting. She says Baxley’s crew tested 519 heifers, find- market. search of an autograph or that, although no concrete plans have been ing only 28 unbred, a 95% conception Shipping time is just around photo). released yet, the Immokalee Casino is rate. the corner, and then the yearlong An up and coming considering adding an entertainment cen- The conception rate is out- process will start over again. A strong popular country-western ter to the facility to accommodate con- standing, 85-88% is considered a good market and rising cattle prices seem to band, managed by Tina Van certs and other future events. number. forecast another banner year for the Williams from Davie, With a successful concert behind After the heifers were exam- industry. named“Buck Wild” had her, and her summer schedule all set, what ined they were shipped back to their The formula is simple: good everybody rockin’ to the does a girl find to do with her free time? owner’s herd to replace cows which base cows and a strong bull battery to country beat prior to the Geis decided to treat herself to a much- may be sold throughout the year for var- bring the needed hybrid vigor to the Benny Secody main event. Gator Country needed trip to Nashville to attend Fan ious reasons. calf, plenty of feed, minerals, and sup- 101.9 FM radio station was Fare – CMT Music Fest. Word has it she “gracefully” declined several offers from Not to be outdone, Joey Henry plements, and the “Breathgiver” watch- Tina Van Williams, Manager of “Buck Wild” paus- also on hand – complete with and the Big Cypress crew gathered their ing over all things wise and wonderful. their mascot, a big, green, friends, who offered to carry her luggage es for a pose with Dawn Geis, of the Immokalee for a chance to tag along. replacement heifers for inspection. Of Seminole Casino. two-legged gator with a Dr. Siudmak

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BRIGHTON SEMINOLE BINGO AND seven days a week, 24 hours a day. CASINO — Highway 721, Brighton Indian July 25 the casino celebrates Christmas Reservation, Route 6, Box 611, Okeechobee, FL. with specials, prizes and gifts throughout the day. 34974. (800) 360-9875. Closed Mondays and when Call the casino for full details. the last player leaves nightly. Over $30,000 in cash and prizes will be IMMOKALEE SEMINOLE INDIAN given away by the casino this summer including a CASINO — 506 S. First St., Immokalee, FL. cruise to Mexico, a trip to Hawaii, a Polaris jet-ski, 34142. (941) 658-1313 or (800) 218-0007. Open and a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. Drawing slips will be seven days a week, 24 hours a day. awarded as participants qualify (available since June The bingo hall will be closed Saturday July 16) – culminating at midnight on Aug. 24. 7 for a dance. Listen to the sounds of Andy Griggs Theme parties and prize giveaways will with Jake Murphy in a special performance as the begin on July 7 with the All-American casino’s summer concert series contin- Oldies party, which will include an Open ues. Next month – Mindy McCready Classic Car Show to benefit the Robert. with Paula Bowers on Aug. 11. L. Teany Memorial Scholarship July 14 is JPC members’ Beach Foundation. Festivities start at 11 a.m. Bag Giveaway. See the newsletter for WQOL 103.7 FM will broadcast live details and walk away with $500 in the from 1-3 p.m., there will be free hot dogs matinee or $1,000 in the evening session. Tommy Benn Tommy and Coke, 50-cents, Coors Light drafts, Non-members can sign up for free at and drawings for T-shirts and prizes. anytime prior to the session. Gary Raulerson, Don Robertson, Charles Bronson, Mitchell Cypress and Paul Bowers Sr. Sponsors of the casino’s Summer Super Saturday this month is Promotion will be on hand with their products on July 28. Drawing tickets can be collected all month display along with live entertainment – the Rockin’ (in the usual ways). This month a brand new 2001 Bop-in’ Jukebox – in the bingo and video gaming Suzuki Vitari SUV, a Yamaha XL700 Jet Ski, and a Cattleman areas. three day/two night Fun in the Sun Southwest Continued from page 1 July 14 is Mexican Fiesta and the drawing Florida Getaway package are up for grabs. for the cruise to Mexico. Radio Fiesta 590 AM will Bingo players asked for changes and the County. be broadcasting live between 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. casino has responded with more variety in the pat- Catherine Bush of Duval County was Mariachi Internacional will perform live from 4 – 6 terns and more chances to win. See the newsletter or crowned 2001 FCA Sweetheart. p.m. Authentic Mexican food will be served, free call the casino for details. A popular event was the Florida Cattle PAC Coke and 50 cents Coors Light Remember the casino Bull Sale. Fourteen bulls were offered, either for sale drafts, drawings for t-shirts, has started new summer shuttle or for dollar credit on future bull sales. prizes, $50 cash every 1/2 hour hours for pick-up and departure in Board President Mitchell Cypress placed a between 3:00 - 6:30 p.m. will be the Fort Myers and Naples areas. winning bid on lot #9: $2,500 credit on a Brangus available. Drawing for the cruise Pick up a copy of the new sched- Bull from either Eddy Blazack’s Mound Creek Ranch to Mexico will take place at 9:45 ule at the casino or call the in Leona, TX, or Donnie Robertson’s Flying B Ranch p.m. and winner must be present Groups and Marketing

Tommy Benn Tommy in Normangee, TX. The credit will be applied to one to win. Department to have one sent to you. of 150 bulls offered for sale by private treaty during Sunday July 15 is the Big Band Dance con- SEMINOLE INDIAN CASINO TAMPA the last week of October 2001 at the Texas Ranch test with the Claude Kelly Band. The contest will be – 5223 North Orient Road, Tampa, FL 33610. (813) headquarters. Convention comedian, storyteller and cowboy open to the first 75 entries. Each entry will receive a 621-1302. Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day. bingo number from 1 – 75. Between songs, numbers Christmas in July???? It will be at the casi- Baxter Black. will be pulled and called. The last three dancers no (yes, they will still celebrate in December too) on remaining on the floor will win via process of elimi- July 27 a total of $10,000 in 75 gifts will be given nation $100 for 3rd, $200 for 2nd and $300 for 1st out in special drawings. Bingo players have from place. July 1 – 26 to collect their drawing slips and deposit Florida Sales Tax Holiday Coming Up WJBW 99.5 Jukebox radio will them in the special drum. If your name is broadcast live from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and called, you select a bingo ball with a From the Florida Department of Revenue Florida initiated its sales tax holiday in free hot dogs and Coke will be served. number on it that corresponds with the TALLAHASSEE – Governor Jeb Bush 1998. By law, sales of clothing, footwear and cer- Everyone is welcome, whether you pos- number on the gift won. It’s that easy to signed the 2001 Florida Sales Tax Relief Bill (HB tain accessories selling for $50 or less per item are sess special dancing skills or not. get your Christmas gift in July. 251) into law, marking Florida’s fourth consecutive exempt from the state’s 6 percent sales tax and local Summer Promotion continues Celebrate the 4th of July in sales tax holiday. Taxpayers will save an estimated sales tax. For the first time this year, sales of certain into August when the 2001 Miss grand style at the casino. A free barbecue $28.5 million as a result of this initiative by the school supplies selling for $10 or less are also Hawaiian Tropic Pageant – Lake will be served during matinee I and mati- Legislature and the Governor. exempt. Taxpayers will save an estimated $25.7 Okeechobee arrives at the casino on nee II, and again from 5 – 7 p.m. A live From 12:01 a.m. July 28 through midnight, million in states taxes and an estimated $2.8 million Saturday the 11th. A special Luau and the Dixieland band will be performing from August 5, shoppers will not be required to pay state in local taxes. Florida will collect an estimated drawing for the trip to Hawaii will take 5 – 6 p.m. or local sales taxes on clothing, footwear and select- $17.7 billion in state and local sales taxes in Fiscal place that night. Jackpot Club Members, be sure to be at the ed accessories selling for $50 or less per item. In Year 2001-2002. Then on Aug. 25, the Summer of Fun will casino on your Special Day for Mugs of Money. addition, sales taxes will not apply to sales of cer- From July 23 through Aug. 5, the hotline host a Finale party and someone will drive away in a (Special Day for JPC members is determined by the tain school supplies valued at $10 or less per item. will be open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. brand new 2001 Chevrolet Camaro sponsored by first letter of your last name – A-K is July 10 and L- “This legislation will provide a measure of Monday through Friday. On weekends from July 28 Maroone Chevrolet – Green Acres and Belle Glade. Z is July 17.) Drawings will be held in each matinee tax relief to a broad range of Florida’s families this through Aug. 5, the hotline will be open, 9 a.m. - 9 (Cruise and trip sponsored by Travel Connection – (10 drawings), nite owl (10), and evening (20) ses- summer,” Governor Bush said. “Helping families p.m., Saturdays and noon - 6 p.m. Sundays. Okeechobee; Jet-ski sponsored by GHC Motorsports sions. If your number is drawn you get to select a to- keep more of the money that they earn is always Information about the sales tax holiday also will be – Lake Placid.) go cold drink mug. Inside each mug is cash – a min- good. This tax relief is especially welcome because available on the Department’s website at Winners for each drawing MUST be pres- imum of $50 up to a max of $1,00,0. See newsletter it will help working parents by reducing the cost of http://myflorida.com/dor/. The Department’s toll- ent to win, have valid photo ID, and for further details. sending their children back to school in August.” free taxpayer hotline is (800) 352-3671. social security card. See casino staff or Every Saturday evening all 20 newsletter for more information and com- regular games, three specials, and the Do- plete rules. It-Yourself are worth $1,199 each. Cost to Congratulations to Mary Tommie pay is $50, $45 for members. Warm-ups LICENSE PROBLEMS? of Fort Pierce who won $40,000 on Super and Mystery Money begin at 6:15 p.m. Suspended License • Revoked Traffic Tickets • DUI 6 Lotto video game machine. and are not included in your pack. Super Saturday will be July 14 and 28. All- COCONUT CREEK CASINO — 5550 Day packs include a combo pack for matinee I and Maybe N.W. 40th St., Coconut Creek, FL. 33073. (954) II (both sessions pay double on regular games) and 977-6700. Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day. an evening pack where all games pay $1,199. 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BBigig CypressCypress NewsNews Ahshawehahyooge’Ahshawehahyooge’ BC Honors Moms And Dads By Candy Cypress citizens in prayer BIG before lunch. CYPRESS — The As everyone community celebrated enjoyed lunch, gifts Mother’s and Father’s were handed out to Day on June 15 with a each mother and brunch/luncheon at the father in attendance. BC Gymnasium. Councilman David The gymnasi- Cypress, provided um was prepared for gifts and sponsored the occasion, as Tribal the lunch, thanked citizens walked in, they everyone for coming were greeted with out and wished the tables decorated in red, parents a Happy white, yellow and black Mother’s and tablecloth and topped Father’s Day. with brilliantly colored Since there floral centerpieces. wasn’t a Mother’s

Janice Billie Jonah Cypress Day event, said and Tony Osceola pro- Cypress, the day’s vided musical accompa- luncheon would Ahfachkee graduation processional, Lindsey King, Lydia Hernandez, Tony Shaw Bert. niment as Noah Jim, honor both mothers Daisy Jumper, BJ and fathers. helped him settle into his new surroundings. Shore said Billie, and Hillary However, “Everyday Ahfachkee they made it a point to stay over, in case he changed Harvey sang gospel Candy Cypress is Mother’s Day,” his mind and wanted to go back with them. He kept Continued from page 1 hymns for the citizens said Cypress his goals manageable, and planning one semester at a while they enjoyed a President of Big Cypress New Testament Baptist Church, and time, Shore avoided feeling overwhelmed. pre-lunch buffet of fresh George Billie Mitchell Cypress and Reverend Salan Hummingbird of the Big Cypress First He made a concerted effort to make it to fruit, danishes, coffee, newly-elected Board Baptist Church. school early so he could get a seat at the front of class and juices. Representative Paul The evening’s events started with the presenta- and tape record all of the lectures. By taping all of his After the singing, Reverend Salan Bowers, Sr. were both in attendance, both honored tion of Colors, performed by Paul Bowers and Timmy classes, he could better absorb the lessons by playing Hummingbird of the Big Cypress First Baptist the parents for their sacrifices and encouraged Johns, members of the Seminole Tribe Color Guard. A and replaying the tapes for hours and hours. He said, Church gave a short uplifting sermon and led the everyone to enjoy the day’s festivities. wave of nervous anticipation coupled with applause “it was tedious but very effective.” and celebration, circulated through the audience as The Through perseverance, patience, and will, Jim Entrance Procession began, starting with the kinder- Shore not only made it through two years of college, he garten graduates, followed by the eighth grade gradu- also went on to Stetson University to achieve his law ates and the high school graduates. The invocation was degree. From there, he was eventually hired by the conducted by Reverend Micco. Seminole Tribe as the Tribe’s General Counsel, a posi- Following the prayer, Dr. Gaffney welcomed tion he has held for more than 20 years. the audience to the joyful gathering. He spoke proudly He recalled that during a conversation with James Billie, it was suggested that perhaps a greater power wanted him to be where he was now so the events that brought him to this point may have been necessary. To which Jim Shore replied, “Hey a pat on the shoulder would have been just fine.” In closing, he emphasized the importance of knowing our traditions and language. “Our ancestors did not have 7-11 or any of the things we take for granted to live. They survived on the strength of their beliefs and we can do the same.” Mr. Shore’s commencement address was inspirational and bespoke an uncommon determination Candy Cypress that was appreciated by those in attendance, especially Candy Cypress the youth that had not previously known of his experi- ences or challenges. He told the graduates his hopes are that they would achieve great success and one day Jane Billie, daughter Thomlynn Billie, and Victoria Osceola. Danielle Jumper and Dasani Cypress. return to help our people. Janice Billie After Shore’s speech, the conferring of the diplomas began with the kindergarten graduates. The Ahfachkee Graduation, 8th grade processional. 2001 Kindergarten Graduates are: Bionca Acosta, Ricky Joe Alumbaugh, Cypress Billie, Rayel Billie, Big Cypress National Preserve Alanis Bowers, Aileen Cypress, Quentin Cypress, Tyler about the tremendous strides the reservation school has BIG CYPRESS — Superintendent John Donahue said, “Motorized travel in the taken in the quest to provide the best education the stu- Cypress, Colby Herrera, Darren Jim, Christopher Joe, Jr., William Jumper III, Rodni Mercer, Bradley Donahue announced that Big Cypress National Preserve is minimal at this time of year, therefore dents in Big Cypress, including the accreditation from Preserve will close to all off-road vehicle use for a the closure will inconvenience very few people and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Osceola, Joey Simone, Tequesta Tiger and Reagan Whitecloud 45-day period beginning July 6. The recently will benefit the resource. The National Park Dr. Gaffney spoke with the voice of one who adopted Recreational Off-Road Vehicle Service has a congressional mandate to restore the truly believes in service to others as he recognized his The eighth grade graduates received their diplomas next. The 2001 Eighth Grade Graduates are: Management Plan calls for a sixty-day seasonal wilderness character of the Preserve and a period teachers and staff for their hard work and dedication closure to allow a period free from any resource without motorized vehicles will help us meet that put forth for the betterment of our youth. Cody Bert, Meredith Brooke Bullard, Dakotah Cypress, Nina Frias, Jonathan Wayne Harjo, Naonna Victoria pressures related to ORV use. Using adaptive man- obligation.” A moment of appreciation and special wishes agement principles in the implementation of the In addition, the Bear Island Unit, includ- went to Ahfachkee art teacher, Linda Peeples, management plan, the closure will be limited to 45 ing Bear Island Campground, will be closed to all who was involved in a car accident on the way days this year in order to not interfere with the abil- uses for road and trail maintenance and repair to Big Cypress in May. ity of hunters to scout prior to the fall hunting sea- beginning Friday, June 29. The area is scheduled to Introducing the commencement speak- son. Next year, the seasonal closure will be the full reopen to camping and day use for non-motorized er, Dr. Gaffney spoke of his desire to start a tra- 60 days called for in the plan and is scheduled for activities before the end of the 45-day ORV clo- dition of inviting the Seminole Tribe’s own rec- June 15 through August 15. This closure does not sure. ognized distinguished citizens as future speakers apply to landowners that hold special use permits For more information you can contact for the Ahfachkee Graduations. It is Dr. to access their private properties through the Sandra Snell-Dobert at (941) 695-1107. Gaffney’s hope that someone from our own Preserve. community who exemplifies dedication, success, and sound character will inspire the students on a more personal level. When he decided to invite a Seminole Appreciation Dinner Held Tribal member to give the commencement speech, Dr. Gaffney explained that Attorney Jim Shore was the first person who came to mind. By Candy Cypress “For someone who has not only achieved suc- BIG CYPRESS — Newly- cess in life but overcame extreme obstacles to elected Board Representative Paul succeed there is no greater example than Jim Janice Billie Bowers, Sr. held an appreciation din- Shore,” said Dr. Gaffney. ner for the community on June 7, at With that introduction, Mr. Shore pro- Ahfachkee preschool graduate greeted Tribal officials. the Big Cypress rodeo grounds. ceeded to the podium to address the graduates Although the event coincided with and guests. With an even keyed voice that some- the start of the Big Cypress Corn times camouflages his acerbic sense of humor, he Hernandez, Paige Marie Osceola, Shena Marie Reid, Dance, and slightly hampered by a chronicled some of the events in his life and his efforts The high school graduates were next in line to steady downpour, a sizable crowd to pursue higher education. receive their diplomas. The Ahfachkee School’s turned out for the dinner. Shore began by explaining that he was not Graduating Class of 2001 are: Tony Shawn Bert, Lydia Mr. Bowers, who held the always inclined to achieve goals or pursue success. Hernandez, Lindsey Cypress King, Julio Cesar Molina, Board seat previously, regained the After high school he wasn’t doing much more than Justin B. Osceola, and Tabitha N. Reid. office in the recent election. He holding down a menial job and enjoying the party life Each graduate was presented their diploma on expressed his sincere appreciation for in his spare time. one end of the stage and crossed the stage to shake the opportunity to represent the com- It was after an automobile accident that caused hands with the presiding Tribal officials. Recognition munity a second time. the loss of his eyesight that he took time to evaluate was given to G.E.D. Graduates, Deanna Hall and Paul thanked everyone for Merrylynn Waggerby. their support and encouragement, and

where he was in life and whether there was something Candy Cypress more he might want to do. He decided to go back to The benediction was given by Reverend mentioned that he had been in vari- school. He researched which schools would best meet Hummingbird, followed by the recessional, which con- ous meetings to help get organized. his needs in reference to his disability before he made a cluded this year’s ceremony. The evening was one of “In a couple of weeks… everything is decision. His choice was Madison Junior College in joy, pride and inspiration. Congratulations to each and going to be all right for the Big Janice Osceola with father Joe Osceola, Sr. North Florida. every graduate. May this be only the beginning of Cypress reservation under Board,” Two of Shore’s sisters drove him up and many achievements to come. said Bowers. New Citizen In Big Cypress Big Cypress Slaughter and Processing Plant By Tommy Benn By Tommy Benn The plant is actively Welcome to Big Cypress, Cassandra BIG CYPRESS — Located on the Big looking for a larger sales Hope Alexander. Born on Valentine’s Day, Feb. Cypress reservation is the Slaughter and operation. 14, 2001, Processing Plant. Bo Davis, who oversees all of Brighton Board Cassandra is the plant’s operations, manages the full service, Representative Alex Bird clan and USDA-inspected meat processing plant. Johns has found another her parents are Sissy Clements handles the clerical source of revenue for the Catherine and duties, and Celeste Billie, who is studying for her plant: processing goats. Charles USDA meat inspector’s license, monitors the Johns has hired Muslim Alexander of floor activities. butcher, Sofiene Lessis, Big Cypress This year, for the first time, all of the to bless the slaughter Cassandra was 21 inches long steers and swine sold at the annual 4-H sale were Gallaher Tom animals in order for the slaughtered and processed at the Big Cypress meat to become “Halal.” and weighed 8 pounds and 13 plant, Glades, Collier, and Hendry counties elect- Tommy Benn purchased beef from 4-H. Sofiene is following the ed to send their sale animals to Davis and his footsteps of his family and 3/4 oz at able crew at the state-of-the-art plant. before him as a butcher birth. Cassandra is

Fees can vary, but a kill charge of $12 per hog and and holy man. Benn Tommy $20 per beef with a cutting and packaging fee of $0.40 per The Seminole Tribe for his butchering services the grand- daughter of pound is the going rate. The plant will also process wild game, employs Sofiene but his true reward comes from the service Cassandra Hope Alexander grind sausage, and ship as needed for the customer. “We try to he is providing for the growing Muslim communities in South Charlotte make it easy for everyone,” says Davis. and Central Florida. Tommie of “We have never been written up for any State of The plant can slaughter up to 75 goats, and process Big Cypress and Karen Alexander of Wilson, MI. Tom Gallaher Tom Florida or USDA health infractions and go to great pains to up to 100 goats, a day if the demand is high. Goat meat is Her great-grandmother is Sally A. Tommie of Big see that it isn’t.” said Davis. “We take great pride in the facili- served worldwide and popular with the local Cuban, Mexican, Cypress. Her great-grandfather is Lloyd R. USDA APPROVED: Goat. ty and plan to make it more accessible for future ventures.” Spanish, and British West Indies communities in Florida. Meshigaud of Wilson, MI. The Seminole Tribune 7 July 6, 2001

BBrightonrighton NewsNews Tulchobehahyooge’Tulchobehahyooge’ Tribe were that this had been the plan all along but Bingo Tommie repeatedly denied this. He contended then, Reese Bert: The Thirst For First and still does, that SMA didn’t want the competi- Continued from page 2 tion and that was why they asked Osceola to sell By Janice Billie After learning he held a degree in the trade, first smoke shop on Seminole land. Partners in the out. BRIGHTON ⎯ The year 2001 marked a Michael put him to work on the A/C crew to get hands- In the October 24, 1985 issue of the milestone in the life of Seminole Tribal citizen, Reese on experience. Through Blue Top Construction, Mondo venture were Ozzie Shanooke and Bertha Turnipseed, Indians from Washington State, who Seminole Tribune, reporter Gloria Wilson wrote, Bert, the son of Agnes and the late Robert Bert. secured funding to send Reese to Lee VoTech, in Ft. “Controversy was foreseen but not in the capacity Reese, a member of the Bird Clan, was fea- Myers, to work on his certification. came to Florida and approached Osceola with the idea. that the Seminole Tribe encountered. An avid tured last year in the Seminole Tribune when he He completed the 3-year course in 2 years, opponent of the Bingo operation was former received his Journeyman’s Certification as an air con- attending night classes, while holding down his hous- When Osceola opened the Candlelight shop he put 36 elderly Tribal members on the pay- Broward County Sheriff, Robert Butterworth. ditioning technician. ing job. Living in Brighton, working on different reser- Claiming ‘it’s (Bingo) against state law,’ ‘the Reese was the first Seminole Tribal member vations, and going to school in Ft. Myers, he was driv- roll giving them a weekly income of $230. (This would later cause difficulties with the Internal Indians are being used by non-Indians,’ and his to become a certified technician in this field. However, ing as much as he was doing anything else. ‘fears the Indians will open up their own Casino or his goals did not stop there. In January, Reese received It was hard but he was happy because he was Revenue Service and, as part of the settlement with the IRS, put Osceola out of the cigarette business.) Jai-alai fronton,’ Butterworth led his crusade to his Class B State of stop the efforts of the Seminole Tribe.” Florida Air Conditioning Osceola and the Tribe faced litigation from then Broward County Sheriff Edward Stack Butterworth would take his case to court Contractors License, based on civil/regulatory statutes – he lost. He then again, the first Tribal in 1977. At all levels of the judicial system, the court sided with the Tribe until in 1979 the Florida tried criminal/prohibitory statutes – he lost again. member to achieve a Seminole Tribe vs. Butterworth became a landmark license in this trade. legislature passed a bill authorizing the sale of tax- free cigarettes on the reservations. But because of case for Indian gaming. In 1988, the U.S. Congress Blessed with a formally recognized Indian rights to conduct gam- quick smile and an easy- his success, Osceola would be considered a “have” and would have to withstand criticism from the ing on reservation land and passed the Indian going personality, his Gaming Regulatory Act. steely determination is press and other Tribal members. Encouraged by the courts’ and legisla- In 1979, Tommie decided not to run for not immediately notice- reelection. In a recent interview, Tommie said he able, but strong will and ture’s decisions, Tommie pressed on with his next venture – high stakes, unregulated bingo. In the fall based his decision on the legal questions facing the ambition are definitely bingo operation, smoke shops, and adverse publici- instilled in his character. of 1978 the Tribal council received a proposal from a group – Seminole Management Association – in ty. According to his sister, Sadie Cypress, “Howard Reese has gone told me that if he stayed as chairman and the courts through many trials and which Tommie held a majority interest. The proposal involved 19 acres of went against him, it would take down the whole setbacks since he first tribe. He thought if he wasn’t in office, they (the decided to seek an educa- frontage land on U.S. 441. SMA planned to spend $2.5 million to develop the land, which would government) could only get him personally.” tion and become a The 1980s saw numerous legal and leg- licensed A/C contractor. include a smoke shop, a strip mall, and a 1,500- seat bingo hall. In return the Tribe would get its islative challenges to Indian economic sovereignty. He says the easy part was It fell to Tommie’s successor, James E. Billie, to graduating high school in usual percentage from the cigarette sales, all the rent from the shopping center, and 20 percent of deal with the legal assault on Seminole gaming. Okeechobee. While the Tribe now has bingo and video machine From there, in the bingo profits. (Chairman Billie would later claim Tommie never signed the contract and rene- gaming on five reservations, the battle is still being 1987 he went off to fought – 13 years after passage of the IGRA, the Haskell Indian Junior gotiate the deal before the opening of the bingo hall. The Tribe’s share of the bingo profits would Seminoles still do not have a compact with the College in Lawrence, state of Florida. KS. It was two years of Janice Billie be 45 percent and SMA would get a 25-year man- agement contract.) Regardless or in spite of the lack of a homesickness and adjust- compact agreement, the Seminoles recently broke ment during which he The Tribal council discussed the proposal, Reese Bert with Tommie out of the room, and then voted 4 – 0 ground on their most ambitious gaming venture to earned an A.A.S. date. Plans are set for a $300 million Hard Rock (Associates to Applied for passage. This vote led some to accuse the coun- cil of favoritism. Tommie became infuriated and Resort and Casino on the Hollywood reservation Science) degree, learning the basics in air conditioning finally going where he wanted to go. Reese felt like it and a $100 million Hard Rock on the Tampa reser- work. was a second chance and aimed to take full advantage. was quoted as saying: “I really don’t think I’ve taken the tribe for anything. Why should I be treat- vation. (Both projects are temporarily on hold Coming home, he assumed he would get work Reese received his certification from Lee while the financing package is re-examined and in this field and further his qualifications but one thing VoTech in June 2000 and began studying for the state ed differently than anyone else who wants to go into business? It doesn’t seem fair that I should be reevaluated by the Tribal council.) or another always seemed to hinder his progress. He exam for his license. He took the two-day test in Oct. When Howard Tommie took office as also married and eventually had four children, adopting 2000 but fell short on the business part. excluded just because I’m chairman.” The backers in SMA were Eugene Chairman, tribal members were receiving $600 per another, so a job and paycheck took priority over He retook the test in Dec. 2000 and passed. year in dividends. Thanks to his vision for his peo- school for a time. Now that he has his license, Reese has set several more Weisman and George Simon. Simon was a finan- cial consultant at Flagler Dog Track in Miami. ple, and other enterprising individuals like He had jobs with Land Use, Casino Security, goals for his future. He wants to get his certification in Marcellus Osceola, dividends are up to $2,000 per the Turtle Farm and also hauled fans for chickee automotive air conditioning work, his long term goal is Weisman was a Pittsburgh investor whose family had been involved in other bingo ventures. Former month. The Tribal council recently voted to builders. However, he never abandoned his goal, to attain a general contractors license. increase that amount again in October. believing that keeping his hopes alive would bring Reese’s story is an example of how hope, Broward County Sheriff Robert Butterworth would later try to connect these men with organized crime Yes, Tommie and a few others made about his dreams. patience, and perseverance can uplift a person’s life. money, but so have the Tribe and its members. If Reese credits the late Cecil Johns and the late He has a positive outlook and encourages other Tribal in his effort to stop gaming on the reservation. According to Tommie, “in 17 years they were not for visionaries like Tommie, the Seminoles Fred Osceola for his perseverance, both men reached members to pursue their dreams relentlessly because might still be living in chickees and waiting for him in his grade school years through sports, encourag- nothing is impossible. never able to prove mob influence.” More controversy arose at the time when BIA to tell them what to do. Any culture, without ing and guiding him towards achievement. When times were rough, Reese says he used visionaries or who are unwilling or unable to When he started working for Seminole to reinforce himself with a line from a Tupac Shakur Tommie bought out Osceola’s smoke shop. The council cancelled Osceola’s lease, transferred it to change with the times, will soon cease to exist. Housing, he met Don Michael and Mondo Tiger. These song: The Europeans settlers tried to take away two men recognized his potential, and sought to help “No matter how hard it gets, keep your head Tommie, and passed a resolution for a five-year moratorium on new smoke shops. Rumors in the the Indian culture. Tommie used the European cul- him in his chosen career. up, your chest out, and keep going.” ture of capitalism to reestablish his culture. Brighton Resident WE’VE GOT YOUR TICKET! Marries South Dakotan By Tommy Benn attending Indian River Tribal member Perry Community College in the fall. Whidden, daughter of Sonny and The groom is the son Life is too short to sit in the back . . . Connie Whidden, married Koty of Ron Brugh of Mandree, Brugh member of the Three North Dakota. He day-works Allied Tribes on Feb. 24 in a pri- cattle and travels the rodeo cir- We offer up front seating for vate ceremony in Mandree, North cuit. He currently leads the Dakota. EIRA Bareback event and The bride is a 1996 grad- places in Bullriding. Concerts u Theatre u Sportsu uate of Okeechobee High School The couple plan to and is employed by the Brighton reside on the Brighton reserva- Mr. and Mrs. Koty Brugh. ADMIT ONE Local & Nationwide events Medical Clinic. She will be tion. ULTIMATE New Kid On The Rez By Tommy Benn BRIGHTON — Welcome the newest resident of the Brighton Reservation, Miss Madisyn Raye Osceola, born to TRAVEL & Rodney and Lisa Osceola. Madisyn weighed in at 6 pounds, 13 oz. With sisters Kari and Reba, and brothers Dayne and Randall, she’ll be rodeoing soon enough.

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Just the same, my husband could not protect it. The Lord had mercy on us r r moved our ATVs and tractor farther away from the again by bringing the river down before it could do The Cult Suger Ray trees before we left. too much damage. It was good to see Philemon perform. It The middle of summer was smoky, cutting r r was like a dream come true for him after having out the sunlight and the end of summer was cold Aaron Carter Sade been tucked away in the woods for so long. The and wet. Those conditions caused out potato crop to Lord made a way for Philemon out of our apparent suffer. We only harvested about 800 lbs., not much r r misfortune. When it seems like bad things are hap- more than what we had planted. Still, we were glad The Go Go’s Janet Jackson pening to us, goods things will come if we love and to get something to eat and plant the next year. trust Jesus. The disasters that we kept avoiding r r We returned to the homestead to find that through the summer finally found us on September Blink 182 Florida Marlins the forest fires never made it to our farm. 29. Everything seemed normal as the day began. At the end of Summer Fine Arts Camp, Two neighbors visited us at our house in the after- r Dave Mathews Band Philemon found a way to enroll in the Summer Fine noon and another came over a little later. Nobody Arts Festival, a program for adults. He took courses noticed any problems. Shortly after the last visitor in dance, singing, drums, and the course he liked left, I was working in the kitchen when I heard my Operated by Grand Residents the best of all, stage combat. My husband and I husband frantically up and down the stairs. went to two more performances featuring our son in I looked over to the room where our heat- middle of August. ing woodstove was and could see flames coming Once the fair was over, Philemon was out of the ceiling above the stove. through with his classes. He had auditioned for a Next issue: A house on fire and the near- part in a musical being put on by Fairbanks Light est fire truck is 70 miles away. The Seminole Tribune 8 July 6, 2001 Paul Bowers Jr. Graduates Vanguard By Tommy Benn reality. Thirty seniors were to graduate on world and take their rightful place in it. LAKE WALES — Paul Bowers this beautiful, bright June day in central Harry E. Nelson, founder of the Jr. graduated from the Vanguard School in Florida Vanguard School, was also this year’s Lake Wales on June 14. He is the son of Family and friends filled the Commencement speaker for the class of Paul and Linda Bowers also of the Big halls to show their support for the young 2001. Cypress Reservation. The younger Seminole man who has worked so hard to Mr. Bowers will be heading to Bowers has attended the Vanguard School challenge himself to complete the ridged Wyoming this fall to continue his educa- for the past four years. schedule of the Vanguard School. tion at Eastern Wyoming College in The commencement services Principal Gary Hetzel welcome Torrington. Where he plans on pursuing a were held in the school’s gym. Encircling the families and guests of the graduating degree in Ranch and Range Management the rafters were flags from the various class, while Richard Ogle lead the seniors specializing in Agricultural related fields. states, countries, and nations representing and the gathered guests with an invoca- The Vanguard School of Lake the student’s homelands. The young tional prayer. Graduates thanked their Wales was founded in 1966. The mission Bowers pointed to the Seminole Tribe’s parents and teachers for believing in them of the school is to provide an individual Flag with great pride as he walked into as they struggled to find themselves on program in a nurturing environment that Benn Tommy the standing-room only gym. He took his the path into adulthood. With the skills will enable students to develop to there place with his classmates, as they pre- and education received from the fullest, Academically, Socially, and

pared themselves to enter the world of Vanguard, they were ready to face the Personally. I made it!!! Benn Tommy

Paul Buster plays and sings to 4th Grade students at Poinciana Elementary, Boynton Beach. Paul Buster Speaks To Tommy Benn Tommy Tommy Benn Tommy Students

By Tommy Benn L-R: Wilson, Paul Jr., and Clarissa Bowers. Mitchell Cypress and Paul Bowers Jr. Vanguard seniors class of 2001. BOYNTON BEACH – Seminole Paul Buster gave the Amy also plays the flute and was Poincianna Elementary school Graduates a member of her high school marching fourth grade classes a look at life as a Seminole boy growing up in the Continued from page 1 band. Her motivation for keeping a 3.179 GPA was mainly to be involved in sports. Big Cypress Swamp. Buster was Justin Osceola, 17, the son of Her plans are to attend Central Arizona introduced to the four classes by Connie and Lonnie Billie, graduated from Community College in Coolidge. Joel Thomas Benn, of Mrs. Green Ahfachkee High Amy has not decided her major class, who organized the in-house School on June 5. but will definitely remain in sports. She field trip. Justin’s interests gives credit to her parents, her grand- Joel introduced Mr. Buster center around mother and her aunts Maryjean and Marie as a full-blooded Native American sports. He is an for their support and guidance. who grew up at the Big Cypress avid basketball Cody Wilcox, 17, the son of Reservation. Buster currently lives player and can Danny Tommie and Jeanette Cypress. He with his family on the Hollywood usually be found graduated from Clewiston High School on Reservation. at the gym prac- May 18. Cody has been involved in sports Speaking in his native ticing for tourna- since his little tongue, Buster thanked the children ments. league days and for the opportunity to enlighten Justin hopes to play col- them on Seminole culture and her- had a summer job, lege football. He itage. As he spoke in Creek and Mikasuki he drew blank stares from Robin Osceola catching alligators played catcher on for Billie Swamp Justin Osceola the varsity base- the audience. After he finished his Safari, but decid- ball team and line- opening statements, he told them in Mrs. Harper’s class, Kayla Nelson, fourth from right. ed to give it up backer and full- English that that was how he felt and stay safe for college in the fall. Justin back positions in like they did when he was their age is still contemplating which college to football. and people would speak to him in attend, possibly FSU in Tallahassee, but Cody’s English. He didn’t learn English 7th Annual Talent Show he definitely wants to major in business. hobbies are any- until he was twelve, or so, lost in a white man’s world since his parents On June 7, three young Tribal Jessica Turtle, daughter of Justin says he stayed in school thing that relates spoke only Mikasuki or Creek in citizens participated in Driftwood Donna Osceola, sang “Heartland” for and was determined to graduate if for no to sports and fit- their home. Elementary’s 7th Annual Talent Show. the audience. other reason than to get it over with and ness training. He Cody Wilcox As a small boy, he lived in The show, called the “2001 Nicole Osceola, daughter of move on. He says his parents continually works out in his a Chickee, a poled and beam con- Odyssey of Stars,” was directed by Tate and Robin Osceola, sand “This I encouraged him to graduate and did not spare time and is structed dwelling with a thatched music instructors Ms. Ana Jerlinski and Promise You”. give him other options, which was the currently working for Big Cypress roof made of Sabal Palm fans. His her assistant, Ms. Mary Ellen Reilly. The Tribune would like to biggest motivation of all. Recreation this summer. His college mother cooked over an open fire, Kayla Nelson, daughter of commend Kayla, Jessica, and Nicole on Lindsey King, 17, the daughter choice undecided, he is considering they bathed in canals where they Danielle Nelson, performed with her their achievements and encourage them of Brian and Betty King and a member of Florida Atlantic University or the washed their clothes as well. Life class in “Kangaroos, Elephants, to continue with their endeavors. the Big Town Clan, graduated from University of South Florida in Tampa. was good. Manatees, and Whales”. Ahfachkee High Paul Bowers Jr., 18, the son of School on June 5. Paul and Linda Bowers and a member of “My mother tended to the She is very soft the Bird Clan, home cooking and gathering fruits spoken and says graduated from and vegetables from the swamp and she is one of the the Vanguard gardens. She would make Indian people who School in Lake dolls and sweetwater baskets to enjoyed school Wales, FL on June trade and tan animal’s hides and and always liked 6. Paul’s main skins, too.” to learn. interests since his “My Father hunted and She is grade school days fished and would trap animals for still researching are agriculture and their pelts and skins. My father and which college she rodeo competition. the other men worked whenever would like to In fact, his love work was available, as did the attend but is sure for rodeo com- women, working long hours in the about pursuing a Lindsey King pelled him to keep vegetable fields picking tomatoes, degree in educa- his grades up. peppers or fruit. The elders worked in the packing sheds hand wrapping tion. Her goal is Paul will attend Paul Bowers Jr. to become a teacher. She enjoys reading Eastern Wyoming and packing fresh fruit. and surfing the net. College in “He traded animal skins Desiree Jumper, 18, the daughter Torrington, WY in for money and together with the of Jeanette Cypress and Danny Jumper the fall to pursue a degree in Ranch and cash money he made working odd and a Panther Clan member, graduated Range Management. He good-naturedly jobs he would by staples for our family. Staples being flour, coffee, Robin Osceola Robin Osceola from Clewiston High School on May 18. muses that maybe one day he will take She participated in high school volleyball over his Uncle Richards’s job as the presi- grits and sugar and other neces- and fast pitch softball. dent of the Intertribal Agriculture Council saries, foodstuffs we take for grant- Jessica Turtle, 4th grader Miss. Nicole Osceola, 4th grader, Her higher education plans are to (IAC). ed nowadays. Times were hard in singing “This I Promise You.” enroll at Gulf Coast University near Lydia Hernandez, 18, the daugh- the Big Swamp,” said Buster.. Naples, FL in the fall. She plans to get her ter of Lydia Cypress and Benny Paul shared the meaning of degree in Elementary Education. Hernandez, and a member of the Wind the Seminole Colors, displayed Desiree is presently working as Clan, graduated from Ahfachkee High patchwork and the various mean- Check . . . and double check . . . coordinator for the Summer Youth School on June 5. She plans to take some ings of the various deisgns, he Look at each picture. How many differences can you find? Program. She is the reigning 2000 Miss time off and enjoy her free days before taught the children to count to ten Seminole Princess, but will be relinquish- starting classes at Broward Community in his native tongue. ing her crown in August. She plans to College. Paul also played various take some time this summer to travel and Anthony selections from his CowBones and represent the Pacheco, 18, the Seminole Tales albums. The 90 Seminole Tribe, son of Ted and minute talk passed quickly while something she Naomi Tommie Buster answered questions from the didn’t get a lot of Pacheco, and a floor as they related to Seminole time to do this member of the life and heritage. past year due to Bird Clan graduat- The fourth graders thanked her academic ed from Pueblo Mr. Buster for spending time and schedule. High School, sharing his childhood memories Desiree Pueblo, CO. with them. You could hear them singing the Red Spider Song as they

also held the title Anthony’s first Benn Tommy of Miss Sugar love is sports and made their way down the long halls. from the he plans to pursue Clewiston Sugar a degree in Sports Anthony Pacheco Festival until this Medicine at the past April. She Desiree Jumper University of competed in the Southern Colorado in Pueblo in the fall. Miss Indian World In high school, Anthony played pageant at the Gathering of Nations in football, basketball, and track. His parents Albuquerque and was a runner up in the are his inspiration to finish school and set Miss Hendry County pageant. She was his sights on achieving a degree. also a candidate for the Clewiston High Tony Shawn Bert, 20, the son of School Homecoming Queen and voted Tony and Sue Jane Bert, a member of the Most Athletic Senior. Big Town clan, graduated from Ahfachkee Desiree plans to continue pag- High School on June 6. eant competition, starting with Miss Deana K. Hall, 24, the daughter Indian Universe in November, and the of Marie Billie and James Hall and a Rodeo Queen pageant in February. member of the Panther clan, earned her Desiree is presently coaching several con- G.E.D. from Cornerstone Christian testants in Big Cypress, who are hoping to Correspondence School in September get the crown she will be giving up. 2000. Benn Tommy Amy Coppedge, 18, the daughter Merrylynn Waggerby, 30, the of Gene and Cheryl Coppedge, graduated daughter of Mary and Gary Waggerby and from Coolidge High School in Coolidge, a member of the Panther clan, earned her Joel Benn in Seminole Patchwork AZ on May 24. She has trained in cross- G.E.D. from Cornerstone Christian listens as Paul Buster lectures on country running for four years and partici- Correspondence School in September Seminole life. pated in track and field for three years. 2000. The Seminole Tribune 9 July 6, 2001 SPORTSSPORTS Seminole Teams Bowl In WIBC

Mitchell Cypress Glen Olson (1st place) Michelle Cypress (3rd place) Mitchell Cypress (2nd place) and Ralph Sanchez Memorial Pool Tournament Held bad shot forced Cypress to give the break, and the first game, to Olson. Cypress shot Libby Blake Edna Mae Cypress Remembered well in the second game, but was unable By Libby Blake and Dorothy. to defeat Olson. ( L-R): Laura Clay, Patricia Wilcox, Shana Frank, Doreen Osceola, Cornelia IMMOKALEE — The 5th Open 8-Ball tournaments were Dale Grasshopper, who went Osceola, Dina Dempsey. Annual Edna Mae Cypress Memorial Pool held for both men and women. Ralph undefeated, took top honors in the By Libby Blake economy. The Tribe’s tourism ventures – Tournament was held at Andy’s Place in Sanchez ran the one-game double elimi- women’s division. HOLLYWOOD – Three the casinos, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and Immokalee on June 16. Esther Buster, nation event. A late afternoon luncheon, The top five money finishers in Seminole teams competed in the 82nd Billie Swamp Safari – were featured side Delores Jumper, and Andy Sanchez, long- catered by nearby Lozano’s Restaurant, each division were as follows: Men: 1st Women’s International Bowling Congress trips for over 48,000 bowlers and their time friends of the deceased, organized offered fajitas, Spanish rice, refried beans, place – Glen Olson, 2nd place – Mitchell (WIBC) Championship Tournament held families who participated in the event. the event. and several beef dishes. Cypress, 3rd place – Jake Masters, 4th in Broward County this year. The Information booths set up at Don Carter’s Edna Mae, a regular at Andy’s In the men’s division, Board place – Bill Wilson, 5th place – Raymond Seminole Tribe of Florida was a major Tamarac Lanes and Sawgrass Lanes Place, lost her life in 1997 in a tragic car President, and brother of the late Edna Mora. sponsor of the event, which ran from informed the bowlers of the Tribe’s tourist accident. The annual event allows friends Mae, Mitchell Cypress came through the Women: 1st place – Dale April 17 through June 27. attractions and gaming facilities. and family to remember and pay tribute to tournament in the winner’s bracket. He Grasshopper, 2nd place – Delores Jumper, Those participating in team, sin- Team events were held at her. Edna Mae was the daughter of Mary faced Glen Olson, whom he had beaten 3rd place – Michelle Cypress, 4th place – gles, and doubles divisions were Patricia Tamarac Lanes and singles/doubles com- Francis (nee Fewell) and the late Jimmie earlier, in the finals. Olson would have to Juanita Osceola, 5th place – Esther petitions were held at Cypress and sister of Mitchell, David, beat him twice to take first place. Buster. Sawgrass. Seminole bowlers’ Patsy, Terry, Timothy, and the late Don An unfavorable coin toss and a — Photos by Libby Blake scores, where available, are listed below. “Sidekicks” Team scores: Sarah McDonald 119, 127, 111; Denise Morin 132, 109, 146; Dina Dempsey 142, 162, 192; Alfreda Muskett 149, 168, 122; Terri Frank 142, 142, 163.

Libby Blake Singles (total individual score): Patricia Wilcox 153, (L-R): Louise Billie, Ruby Osceola, Dora Tiger, 193, 138 (484); Dina Mary T. Bowers, Christalee Coppedge. Dempsey 152, 161, 135 Ralph Sanchez and Dale Grasshopper Ralph Sanchez and Delores Ralph Sanchez and Jake Masters (3rd (448); Doreen Osceola 130, (1st place). Jumper (2nd place). place). Wilcox, Doreen Michelle Osceola, Shana 148, 190 (468); Laura Clay 112, 127, 114 Frank, Laura Clay, Cornelia Osceola, (363); Cornelia Osceola 153, 159, 112 Dina Dempsey, Mary T. Bowers, Louise (424); Shana Frank 135, 186, 171 (486). Billie, Ruby Osceola, Dora Tiger, Doubles (total team score): Laura Christalee Coppedge, Sarah McDonald, Clay 120, 142, 110/Doreen Osceola 116, Denise Morin, Alfreda Muskett, and Terri 159, 126 (773); Shana Frank 159, 170, Gone Fishin’ Frank. 183/Cornelia Osceola 134, 133, 99 (873); The tournament was expected to Patricia Wilcox 212, 212, 166/Dina By B. Secody great white. . .catfish, as inject estimated 35 million into the local Dempsey 155, 148, 132 (1025). MARCO ISLAND — They left did Esmeralda Billie. a note on the door in Immokalee that said, Then things really got Gone Fishin’! – and they weren’t kidding. exciting, so exciting, in Most of the youth in Immokalee packed fact, that 10 year-old Sports Festival 2001 Bowling up with Recreation staff and headed south Alan Venzor’s pole to do some serious fishing. nearly snapped in half For The Record: 7th Place $57 Elton Shore (577). Team On June 20, approximately 30 in the battle to reel in st Other bowlers: Parker Jones young people from the Immokalee reser- the catch of the day: a 1 Place – $1,200 Decky Ashley, Marti (574), Jamie Smith (572), Kris Arviso Ashley, Kris Arviso, Scott Ashley (total vation traveled to Marco Island, where foot and a half long bar- (572), Johnson Muskett (566), Milo they rented three large fishing boats, and racuda. The barracuda score 2,274) Osceola (564), Cicero Osceola (562), 2nd Place – $1,000 Linda Tommie, headed out to sea. The entourage met at fought hard, but in the Jonathan James (560), Rock Locust the Marco Island River Park where heads end, was no match for Debbie Carter, Max Tommie, Weems (554), Scott Ashley (546), Eugene Buck (2,256) were counted. Alan. It’s hard to be rd Bowers (544), Gordon Wareham (539), Although the kids were all excit- humble when. . . 3 Place – $800 Tomie Micco, Reina Ben Upshaw (538), Joey Micco (532), Micco, Joey Micco, Michael Micco ed about their voyage, they were well After nearly Ryland Kirkland (530), Texas Billie behaved during the preliminary and nec- three hours of fishing, it (2,255) (529), Blake Osceola (523), Delwin 4th Place – $600 Jackie Thompson, essary train of events – such as the boat was finally agreed upon McCowan (515), Moke Osceola (500), rentals, paperwork and all the other bor- that there were no more Shawn Willie, Alma Johns, William Shawn Willie (495), Robin Buster Johns (2,223) ing things that adults must do before final fish in the sea, and the th (495), Archie Johns (488), William departure. three boats pulled up 5 Place – $400 Mary Jo Micco, Alma Johns (473), Hyde Gopher (466), Maxie Johns, Parker Johns, Weems Buck Recreation staff Raymond Mora, anchor and headed Tommie (456), Rocky Jim (455), Amos Marie and David Billie divvied up their slowly towards the (2,198) Billie (443). 6th Place – $200 Crystal Smith, Diane charges into crews of about ten to a boat, shore. The captains let Women’s Singles: with Crystal Billie and Homer Villarreal, each of the kids take a Smith, Roger Smith, Janine Smith 1st Place $250 Betty Osceola (556), (2,179) nd Recreation’s Summer Youth workers, on turn at steering the boat. th 2 Place $300 JoAnne Muskett (553), hand to help out with the younger kids. This was a big deal for 7 Place – $76 Celesta Osceola, 3rd Place $250 Jalina Dorgan (545), Alfreda Muskett, Cicero Osceola, Amos th Finally, the three captains and the kids, and even the 4 Place $200 Reina Micco (536), their motley crew headed out for some little ones enjoyed the Billie (2,171) 5th Place $125 Shirley McCabe (520), 8th Place – Shirley McCabe, JoAnne th fun. experience. 6 Place $125 Jody Muskett (520), Once anchored in the bay, the Once the boats Muskett, Johnson Muskett, Bobby 7th Place $50 Marti Ashley (518),

Watchman (2,163) th kids baited their hooks amidst various reached the bridge, the Benny Secody th 8 Place $50 Diane Smith (512), comments ranging from wondering if the kids were allowed to get 9 Place – Nadine Tommy, Pernell 9th Place $37 Rose Jones (510). Bert, Diane Smith, Roger Smith (2,155) shrimp could feel the hook, how ugly they out of the boat and swim Allen Venzor with a Spanish Mackrel. th Other bowlers: Gloria James were, to not wanting to touch the bait. for a short time. The 10 Place – Mary Jo Micco, Rose (507), Ruby Osceola (498), Farrah Jones, Parker Jones, Johnny Jones After some light-hearted banter- water felt good after Jones (496), Shirley Guerara (489), ing, they cast out their lines. It wasn’t spending most of the afternoon in the hot glad they were able to share the excite- (2,153) Brande’ Clay (487), Mary Jo Micco 11th Place – Joey Micco, Reina Micco, long before excited squeals, signaling the sun, and was just what the doctor ordered. ment of catching the fish, the swimming, (487), Maydell Osceola (485), Tomie first catch of the day, wafted across the By 4 p.m., the weary group was and laughter of the happy children. It’s Crystal Smith, Jamie Smith (2,128) Micco (484), Jackie Thompson (481), 12th Place – Farrah Jones, Reina Micco, water. Janet Mata proudly held up a ready to load up and head for home. safe to say that the thought foremost in Vivian Delgado (481), Phillis Aguilara good-sized catfish. They’d had a long day. but everyone had each child’s mind during the trip home Elton Shore, Joey Micco (2,104) (479), Mary Bowers (477), Crystal 13th Place – Alice Sweat, Jenny Johns, Not to be out-done, Ali Colon fun. The staff and students enjoyed the was, “Wow! This is going to be a great Smith (474), Linda Tommie (474), soon produced a fish of her own, also a time with the young children, and were summer!” Moses Osceola, Delwin McCowan Louise Jim (473), Wendi Juarez (470), (2,090) th Decky Ashley (465), Kay Decorah 14 Place – Mary J. Bowers, Ruby (462), Celesta Osceola (460), Dawn Osceola, Eugene Bowers, Ollie Snow (460), Juanita Osceola (457), Wareham (2,084) th Alma Johns (455), Mary Locust (451), Youth Camps, Clinics And Leagues 15 Place – Dawn Snow, Wendi Juarez, Amanda Smith (442), Patty Snow (439), Moses Osceola, Kevin Holata (2,071) The Hollywood Recreation will The Camps, Clinics and Youth league is 1:00 p.m. and the High School league will th Sarah Kirkland (436), Gina Upshaw 16 Place – Ben Upshaw, Gina (412). provide quality basketball instruction dur- open to all youth. also play on Tuesdays and Thursdays Upshaw, Jody Muskett, Kris Arviso Men’s Doubles: ing the summer program for 2001. An All-American at the starting at 6:00 p.m. The camps and clin- (2,060) st Coach Harry Kennedy III will be University of central Florida who later ics will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, th 1 Place $400 Parker 17 Place – Mary Jo Micco, Diane Jones/Elton Shore (1,200), 2nd Place giving camps and clinics and running the went on to play in the European and Fridays, starting at 1:00 p.m. Smith, Roger Smith, Weems Buck $300 Joey Micco/Michael Micco youth League twice a week as well. The International Basketball League, Kennedy Let’s all take advantage of the (2,056) rd league will consist of two divisions for is currently the Boys’ Basketball Coach at Coach’s skills and ability to teach our th (1,117), 3 Place $200 Archie 18 Place – Mary Jo Micco, Tomie Johns/Albert Snow (1,095), 4th Place both boys and girls. 1) Elementary divi- Hollywood Christian High School. youth the basic skills of Basketball. Micco, Johnny Jones, Michael Micco $100 Milo Osceola/Eugene Bowers sion - 4th grade to 8th grade. 2) High The Elementary League will play (2,048) th School division - 9th grade to 12th grade. on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning at th (1,087), 5 Place $76 Roger 19 Place – Rose Jones, Parker Jones, Smith/Jamie Smith (1,084). Farrah Jones, Elton Shore (2,043) Others: Jamie Smith/Joey 20th Place – Jerome Jumper, Maydell Micco (1,079), Moke Osceola/Blake Osceola, Chris Osceola, Mary G. Osceola (1,057), Johnson Osceola (2,040) 2001 Dolphin Kickoff st Muskett/Bobby Watchman (1,038), 21 Place – Salina Dorgan, Patty Snow, Hyde Gopher/Roger Smith (1,023), Joey By Janice Billie of the scheduled presen- Archie Johns, Albert Snow (2,037) DAVIE — On the evening of tation. Jimmy Cefalo nd Micco/Elton Shore (1,018), Elton 22 Place – Brenda Cypress, Ruscilla Shore/Michael Micco (1,015), Milo June 6, the Miami Dolphins held their gave the welcome and Tiger, Joe Jr. Billie, Moses Osceola Osceola/Gordon Osceola (986). annual banquet to mark the kickoff of the invocation. While sal- (2,004) 2001 Dolphin football season. A small ads were being served, rd Women’s Doubles: 23 Place – Ruby Osceola, Mary 1st Place $400 Brande’ group of Tribal citizens were lucky the Dolphin players Bowers, Bobby Watchman, Carl Uribe Clay/Betty Osceola (1,092), 2nd Place enough to get tickets to the event held at were introduced and (2,004) the Signature Grand in Davie, FL. seated, one player to a th $300 Crystal Smith/Reina Micco 24 Place – Shirley Polingyowa, Gail (1,019), 3rd Place $200 Farrah Ricky and Claudia Doctor, table. Kenny Mixon, Coochyowma, Dennis Coochyowma, th Jones/Amanda Smith (999), 4 Place Wendy and Charlie Cypress mingled and defensive end, sat with Janice Billie Carl Uribe (1,991) munched with fellow Dol’fans’ and the Tribe’s group. He th $100 Juanita Osceola/Brande’ Clay 25 Place – Farrah Jones, Tommie (995), 5th Place $80 Shirley Dolphin players. The Kickoff’s evening of shared insights on vari- Micco, Elton Shore, Michael Micco Guevara/Phyllis Aguilara (994), events started with a cocktail reception at ous aspects of a profes- Ricky Doctor, Charlie Cypress, Dolphin player Kenny (1,982) th 6 p.m. Conference rooms were set up for sional football player’s th 6 Place $40 Marti Ashley/JoAnne Mixon, Wendy Cypress and Claudia Doctor. 26 Place – Theresa Bukky, Alfreda Muskett (985), 7th Place $40 Reina autographs and photo opportunities with life and the experience Muskett, Delwin McCowan, Amos Micco/Farrah Jones (985). the players. The atmosphere was festive as of playing for the Miami Dolphins. John Offerdahl was the featured Billie (1,894) Others: Betty Osceola/Mary the groups of fans stood in line for auto- During dinner, a film of the 2000 speaker for the evening. An evening of Men’s Singles: graphs or viewed footage from archive season highlights was shown, followed by Dolphin mania would not be complete st Bowers (980), Dawn Snow/Wendi 1 Place $350 Albert Snow (698), Juarez (976), Ruby Osceola/Mary films of outstanding winning games. an introduction of the 2001 draft choices. without Dan Marino, who made time to 2nd Place $300 Carl Uribe (631), Loyal and dedicated fans snapped com- Next, Miami Dolphins head coach Dave attend the Kickoff. rd Bowers (951), Gina Upshaw/Shirley 3 Place $250 Roger Smith (628), McCabe (936), Rose Jones/Farrah Jones memorative souvenirs available for pur- Wannstedt addressed the crowd, speaking The event concluded at 10 p.m. 4th Place $200 Dan Osceola (620), chase. on a number of his plans and hopes for on a positive note and high hopes for the th (936), Patty Snow/Salina Dorgan (894), 5 Place $150 Bobby Watchman (604), Diane Smith/Amanda Smith (885). At 6:45 p.m., the ballroom was this season. He also presented the 2000 2001 season. 6th Place $57 Mike Micco (578), opened to seat the fans and begin the rest season awards. The Seminole Tribune 10 July 6, 2001 Silver Spurs Arena Finals Held By Tommy Benn KISSIMMEE — The Florida High School Rodeo Association held its 2001 finals at the Silver Spurs Arena to determine who will be represent the Sunshine State in the High School National Finals in Springfield, MO. Brighton resident Jade Braswell won the right to compete in the Women’s Barrel Racing event. In 6th place, Jade had her work cut out for her as only the top 4 posi- tions go to the National Finals. The young Seminole woman had moved up from 16th to 6th place in the last 4 rodeos, and felt she had a good shot at qualifying for the prestigious road trip The Okeechobee High School Benn Tommy freshman is the daughter of Jay and Kay Braswell of Brighton and the granddaugh- Proud Grandparents, Johnnie and Stanlo Johns. ter of Stanlo and Johnnie Johns. Jade’s dedication to her rodeo is her to be competitive at a higher level. not only hard work of exercising and grooming her She brought her horse, Kissimmee, to the horses to keep them in top form, but also keeping her Silver Spurs Arena for the three days of High School grades up to High School Standards in order to com- Rodeo Finals. Her parents, grandparents, aunts, pete on the high school level uncles, and other family members made the trek to Jade would like to thank the Seminole Tribe show their support for her hard work and dedication. of Florida, and former Brighton Councilman Jack The Friday night show was questionable due Smith Jr., for sponsoring her and his help enabling to the weather conditions, rain, and thunderstorms, but the show must go on. The arena footing would be wet, sloppy, and dangerous. Jade chose to ride her big bay gelding, “Bert.” Bert took the first barrel wide, losing time and was not able to make up the dis- tance, Jade didn’t place. For the Saturday night per- formance, she again chose “Bert,” but decided to change his bit. She worked the gelding horse before the show, and felt he was ready, She entered the arena, turned the big horse loose, but he took the first barrel wide again, and she lost valuable time trying to get “Bert” back on his pattern. He had a better run than the night before, but not fast enough to place, or move up in the standing. Jade was down and knew she had no shot at the High School Finals, but she was going to run in the Sunday’s Rodeo performance. It showed the young woman’s class and character. “Winners never quit and quitters never win,” Jade Braswell is a winner. Congratulations for trying and never giving upon yourself or your horse. Next year, my money on Jade to make it to the High School Finals in New Mexico. Jade encourages all other kids on the Seminole Reservations to get involved in both the Junior and High School Rodeo Associations for fun, growth, and travel. Compete with Mike Rastelli your peers from all over the great State of Florida; from the Panhandle to Jacksonville, down to the Florida Keys Jade Braswell and all points in between. Ricky Doctor Holds Coed Bass Tourney By E. Tiger and wife team of Tom and Mary J. Coppedge. BIG CYPRESS - They came out in twos Saturday’s conditions were slightly different for two days of fishing during the First Annual Ricky when the anglers took to the water in the early morn- Doctor Co-ed Bass Tournament, held on June 15-16. ing. The fish weren’t very active on the surface, most The conditions were optimal, as recent rains of the fish in the tournament were caught using mid- had raised water levels in the L-28 interceptor canal. and bottom running baits. During recent tournaments, the water level had been By noon, the tournament deadline was short- below normal, which left the fish with little or no ened from 5:00 to 3:00 P.M., due to the heat. There oxygen, as well making them harder to locate. wasn’t any disagreement from the fishermen, who No water had been released south of the were already baked to a crisp and dehydrated from waterlock, leaving those areas in the same condition the conditions. that had plagued the north end of the L-28 interceptor Ricky Doctor, and all of the tournament for the past months. Experienced anglers recognized anglers, would like to thank the contributors: this and steered clear. President Mitchell Cypress, Big Cypress Councilman Conditions were better at the north end of David Cypress, Brighton Councilman John Wayne the canal where the fish were more active and the Huff, Immokalee Liaison Elaine Aguilar, and former feeding bass in the shallows made for some produc- Councilman Jack Smith Jr. tive sight casting. Although the temperature reached RESULTS- 1st place: Frank and Lazera 95 degrees, there was enough wind to move smaller Marrero 14/12ounces, 2nd Place: Tom and Mary J baitfish through the canal, which kept the bass active Coppedge 10/15, 3rd Place: George and Marcina throughout both days of the tournament. Roberts 9/2, 4th Place: Bronson and Myra 9/1, 5th The team of Frankie and Lazera Marrero Place: Ernie and Jade 8/4, 6th Place: Ricky Doctor took an early lead, reaching their five-fish limit on and Eldene Billie 3/5, 7th Place: Legus 3/2. the first day. Following close behind were husband E. Tiger

(L-R) Bronson Hill, Myra Jumper, Tom Koenes, Mary F. Koenes, Jade Donty, George Grasshopper, Marcina Roberts, Frank and Lazera Marrero, Ricky Doctor, Eldene Billie.

Archery Schedule Qualification Schedule for the NAIG July 28th B. C. Archery Range 10:00 a.m. August 25th B. C. Archery Range 10:00 a.m. September 29th B. C. Archery Range 10:00 a.m. October 27th B. C. Archery Range 10:00 a.m. November 17th B. C. Archery Range 10:00 a.m. December 15th B. C. Archery Range 10:00 a.m. Team Florida Qualifications: There will be a total of ten (10)-qualifying rounds. Three (3)-qualifying rounds have been completed. Must have shot at a minimum of eight (8)-qualifying rounds. We will use your average score from your best eight- (8) rounds. Highest average in each category will represent Team Florida. For more information, please call Steve Young at Hollywood Recreation at (954) 989-9457. The Seminole Tribune 11 July 6, 2001 HHealthealth CornerCorner Teen Suicide: The Aftermath Warning Signs For Teen Suicide By Mary Pierpoint vent even one family from having to go “I told him there were people Withdrawal or isolation, especially if the child has always been gregarious. VASSAR, Kan. – Teen suicide through what she did. who would do that.” Now she said she nationwide is at epidemic proportions, Newman’s nightmare started two realizes that was part of how he had to Signs of self-mutilation rated number eight in the top 15 causes of and a half years ago. The day began no deal with it all. She believes that she Violent behavior such as punching holes in walls or getting into fights or sex violence death in the United States by the National differently than any other day. She and went to her parents to spend the night, but Center for Health Statistics. her family were living in Garnett and she the memory is fuzzy. A significant change in sleeping patterns; suddenly sleeps all the time or not at all But statistics don’t tell the real story of remembered looking at Mikey, 14, asleep She said she told her husband she human tragedy and loss, nor do they tell on the couch. She remembered smiling at had to go home to be near Mikey, but she Neglect of personal appearance the stories of those left behind when a him and thinking about how young he found that she couldn’t stay in the house, young person decides to take his or her looked and then she headed off to work. so the family went to a nearby motel. Lingering lethargy, a drop-off in school work, loss of interest in school life. The mother and son had been The whole funeral process was Rhonda Newman learned first- going through a lot in the past few surrealistic for Newman. “The hardest Loss of interest in recreational activities hand about the horrific upheaval a suicide months, she said. Mikey’s anger and thing I ever had to do was to go through a Lack of interest in praise or rewards can cause family members. She is strug- depression, times when he wouldn’t eat, a funeral home, picking out a casket for my gling now to hold her family together and period when he gave his possessions son. We buried him in Gardner. I knew Weepiness; abrupt or constant crying try to prevent other families from having away. But for the past few weeks Mikey his dad (Newman’s former husband) their lives ripped apart in a similar way. had seemed happy and life in the Newman would be staying there. Expressions of low self-esteem; feeling of worthlessness Mike Ludemann found guilt was household seemed to be getting back in “The visitation had an open cas- his companion for years when he lost his order. After all, Mikey had moved up a ket. Robbie had taken me aside and he Reference to the fact that he will not be around much longer to be a burden best friend to suicide. grade in school and had a new job. said, I think it’s going to be all right. He Teen suicide crosses all bound- Newman said it appeared good things put it blunt. He said the hole isn’t that Indications that he is completing overwhelmed aries of race, gender and demographics. were ahead for the family and her big. I think it’s going to be OK Actions that reflect sudden interest in giving important or favorite possessions away, For each ethnic group, there are different youngest son. “My husband went in first and putting his affairs in order, making amends causes, but some commonalties persist. “I was just coming home from (said) it was a terrible shock. It’s like you Self-esteem and a feeling of not fitting in work,” Newman recalled. “When I pulled want to make them look like they are Sudden and uncountable cheerfulness, sense of relief after a period of depression are two of them. up, I saw the ambu- asleep, like normal like they are asleep. Abuse and alcohol lances there. As I The last time I saw him he had been An abrupt change of personality, dress, style, interest, friends, etc. and drugs may be “Why teens choose to end pulled in the driveway, asleep when I checked on him that morn- involved, yet I remember thinking, ing. That was how I wanted him to look. Alcohol and other drugs use despite the reason, their lives can fill a book” ‘Why is the ambulance He didn’t look that way, at all. each person who here. Somebody must “You could tell, the entrance ends his or her life have got hurt.’ wound not so much, but the exit that you have always been there for me. I sorry for myself. I’m not going to do it appears to have a “I didn’t even wound…. They had done a lot of repair. just want you to know how much that anymore.” sense of hopelessness that their life will cross my mind that Mikey would have To put it bluntly, he had blown off the means.’ What she is doing has become a never improve. killed himself.” side of his head. It was horrible. When I “I didn’t realize it at the time, but new beginning for her and her family. Why teens choose to end their As soon as she pulled up her son looked at him, part of me had died. I he hugged me and he was actually telling She has stepped up to the plate to do her lives can fill a book. Each has specific Robbie came out and said, “Mike has buried part of me with my son. I will me goodbye.” best to let teens know suicide isn’t a solu- reasons for the act. The purpose of this killed himself. He shot himself in the never be a whole person again. I have a Ludemann said his first reaction, tion and that there are ways to work story and of those of Newman and head.” Robbie, a year and a half older big hole in my heart; I will never the after learning of his friend’s death, was through problems that may seem insur- Ludemann is to allow anyone contemplat- than Mikey, found his brother. same. pure anger. “I hit the countertop so hard mountable. ing suicide to become aware what hap- “I said, ‘Don’t tell me that! “When he died, in a sense I did, in the kitchen, I smashed it. First I want- She said she wants to educate pens to those who love them and will be Don’t tell me that b—-s—-!’ I kind of too. It is the worst feeling you could ever ed to strike out all of those people who parents to let them know the signs of sui- left behind. went off on him, I guess, because he was have in your life, ever.” had picked on John and made fun of him. cide before they find out, so tragically as Suicide is a dirty word; in many the one who told me. I went into the Following the funeral, friends Why I didn’t realize it?” she did. cultures it is considered taboo. Some reli- house… I just came and stood in the and relatives gathered to pay their respects The anger continued when he Newman was preparing to leave gions won’t bury victims of suicide in kitchen.” to Rhonda and her family. There was the went back to be a for a conference in holy ground. She said she remembers people traditional gathering following the burial, pallbearer for his “I just couldn’t believe it. Washington, D.C., Survivors are left with shame and going in and out of the house. “I finally and then the family realized they were friend’s funeral. sponsored by the guilt, often having few places to go for got up enough guts, enough nerve to talk alone. Then the true magnitude of how “John had timed it I went up to his room and Suicide Prevention help and comfort and understanding. to one of the policemen there. He told me their lives had changed came to them. all out. He timed Advocacy Network. Neighbors whisper behind close curtains, that my son had shot himself in the head Rhonda and her husband Mike it so his mother I looked in. There was She plans to return to feeling sorry for parents, but don’t really and he was upstairs in his bedroom. began to grow distant. Misty was diag- wouldn’t find him Osage County to teach understand how they could have failed to “He took me aside and asked me nosed with bipolar disease and Robbie and he wrapped blood everywhere” advocacy to parents, see the signs and save their child. questions and wanted to know whose gun began going in and out of counseling. himself in a quilt teachers and teens. For the friends of suicides, strong it was. I didn’t know, I was in shock. The family could no longer live so no one would have much to clean up. She doesn’t want another family to live guilt hangs on. They say they knew this They had to call the coroner. It had to be in the house where Mikey took his life. How could he be so considerate when he through her hell. person better than anyone, why didn’t treated as a homicide. The coroner got They moved four times before settling in was in so much pain? Why didn’t he just “If I can save one life, prevent they see it coming? there and did what he had to do, it just Vassar. For the first time a picture of call me? He knew I was there for him.” one family from going through what we These archaic notions helped seemed like it took forever. Mikey sits next to other family photos. John’s mother and Ludemann have, I will do whatever it takes.” keep Rhonda Newman, hidden away for “My son Robbie wouldn’t let me Only now can Newman bear to look at the shared a bond and clung to each other Ludemann said he is working his two and a half years. Now she realizes go upstairs. He told me, ‘You can’t go up son she lost, without falling apart. both trying to figure out why her son and way through it by really listening to his that until society can get past those ideas, there. You can’t see it.” Looking back, she said she his friend had been so desperate, but no friends these days. “I have lost other teens will continue to die. Newman, in a state of shock, said believes that even if the family hadn’t had real answers came for either of them. friends and acquaintances since John. I Ludemann is a Native American she did what her son asked and stayed guns locked up in the house, “He’d have Ludemann said for him it was the don’t just blow them off these days if they who lost his best friend about five years down stairs until Mikey’s body was found a way.” She and her husband have beginning of years of dreams and visita- are feeling down. I know I can’t stop ago to suicide in Pierre, SD. His friend, removed. turned back toward each other and are tions from John. “He was always work- someone if they really want to take their John, had shown some of the warning “It seemed like he laid up there building a stronger marriage. Both sur- ing on his car. It was like I was there life, but I can try my hardest to let them signs of suicide, but at 19, neither Mike forever and there wasn’t anything I could viving children are fighting their way working with him, but he never answered know that it is just a bad day today and nor his friends really saw it coming. do. It was probably two hours, it seemed back from a haze of guilt and depression the questions I would ask. Finally one that it won’t last forever. They can get John was “just being John,” like two hours, and then the body was and are beginning to move forward. day he said, ‘I’m OK, I know you were through it. going through the trials and tribulations gone. They made me go out in our rec Ludemann, away at college when my friend, I’ll be here for you.’ I still see “It’s changed my life. they all experienced as they entered adult- room when they took his body down the his friend John shot himself, said he him in my dreams from time to time, but Sometimes I think maybe I am living for hood. stairs. They had a hard time taking his remembers feeling disbelief. “I heard the it is different, like he is there for me and John as well as myself.” Rhonda Newman is not Native body down the stairs because we had a lot words, but I had to call all of my friends understands that I was angry before just There are support groups out American. She describes herself as an of twists and turns in the back at home to because I miss him so much. I have a son there for those who have lost love ones to average wife and mother who found her- stairs. I totally just lost see if it was real- now and I wish he would have been able get help. Local mental health departments self in extraordinary circumstances when it. “I didn’t realize it at the ly true. I don’t to know my best friend.” can provide the names of organizations in her 14-year-old son, Mikey took his life in “I kept asking, think I believed Nightmares became an every a particular area and schedules of their Garnett, Kan. ‘Where’s Robbie?’ He time, but he hugged me it until I talked night occurrence for Rhonda, too. “I meeting times. Both Newman and her husband was outside. He was to his sister.” started having the nightmares and Mikey “I’ve been going to a support were aware of the warning signs of sui- trying to deal with it. and he was actually Two weeks was always a little boy. Sometimes I group in Topeka called Survivors of cide and even sought help for Mikey by My stepdaughter got telling me goodbye” before, the boys would see him with half his head gone, Suicide (SOS),” Newman said. “You can having him hospitalized. She said he sim- there to be with me. had been talking talking to me. I had the nightmares until go up there and talk and vent, but it’s not ply buffaloed doctors by telling them what When they got him out about John mov- he came to me one night and he told me, enough. We need awareness around here. they wanted to hear. She now attributed of there, I went upstairs. I couldn’t ing to Kansas and they were going to get ‘I’m sorry mom, I didn’t want to hurt you, There are a lot of suicides around here, the lighter mood her son had in his last believe it. I just couldn’t believe it. I an apartment together. Ludemann was but I’m better now.’ I see him now only three that I know of in the past couple of week of his life as an inner calm because went up to his room and I looked in. looking forward to having his best friend in good dreams.” weeks.” he had made the decision to end his life. There was blood everywhere.” close at hand. After visiting back home, The nightmares Newman and On her return, Newman said she It was not as a sign that things were get- She said Mikey had a bag that Ludemann said he truly believed he had Ludemann report appear to be common plans to teach in schools, churches – any ting better, which was what she believed belonged to her and she remembered it convinced his friend to ‘go out into the among survivors of suicides, as is the place that will give her a forum – to get at the time. But, despite their efforts, being filled with blood. “I just sat in the world.’ peace that finally comes with them. across to parents and teachers what they Mikey fooled them all. doorway and I bawled and bawled, the “I remember we were down by Many individuals report similar experi- have to know to prevent teen suicide. Both Ludemann and Newman are smell of blood all around me.” Tears the river. John was working on his car, ences following the suicide of a child or “Every 42 seconds someone survivors of suicide. Each tried to cope welled up in her eyes. “It was so bad, the like usual. We made all these plans about friend. They also say it doesn’t mean the attempts suicide,” Newman said. “Every with their loss in different ways. smell was so bad.” all the great stuff we were going to do suicide or the victim is gone. Others 16.9 minutes someone completes it. It is Ludemann says he tries to under- Actually Newman’s nightmare when he moved to Kansas. We were report a communication continuing with the eighth leading cause of all deaths and stand his friend’s pain but feels guilty that was just beginning. Her husband got going to have this great apartment and the victim over the years. the third leading cause of death for people he didn’t do more to help his friend out of home and Mikey’s dad and his stepmother everything was going to be perfect. He In those two and a half years between the ages of 15 to 24. I want to his despondency. Newman uses her grief got there and had to be told. Newman even gave me some posters we laughed since Rhonda Newman lost her son to sui- help do something to stop it.” to work toward being a teacher and a said she left to find her daughter Misty about how to put in our new place. I cide, she has hidden, so overwhelmed it Reprinted from Indian Country Today voice to teach parents and students about and break the news to her. Newman’s remember then that John turned to me and has been difficult for her to move forward. 2001 Healing Journey the realities of suicide. Her goal is to pre- husband Mike stayed behind to clean up. said, ‘I know you are my best friend and “I’ve been sitting around feeling Encourage People To Brush Up Diabetic Fun Day? What’s A Diabetic Fun Day? Submitted by Health Education On Their Stroke Awareness To improve rapport between MIAMI — While millions of not be relieved by changing body posi- patients and the Health Staff, Mitchell and Floridians are brushing up on their tion, Sudden confusion, trouble speaking David Cypress introduced the idea of a swimming strokes this summer, health or understanding speech, monthly diabetic outing. They said, “Yes, experts are encouraging them to master Sudden trouble seeing in one or both it’s good for diabetics to learn about the the basics of another kind of stroke the eyes, Sudden dizziness, trouble walking, disease, but why can’t it be done while kind that can kill or cripple. loss of balance or coordination, having fun?” From that, Diabetic Fun Day Stroke, also known as a brain Sudden, severe and persistent headache was created. attack, is the third leading cause of death with no known cause. Diabetic Fun Day is a support in the United States and the second lead- Should you have these symp- group for diabetics. The group is made up ing cause worldwide. In addition, stroke toms or see someone who does, BCBSF of Tribal living with diabetes health edu- is the number one cause of serious, recommends calling 911 or seeking cators, nutritionists, counselors and com- long-term disabilities. emergency care immediately, even if the munity diabetes advocates. Each month A stroke occurs when blocked victim in question isn’t an elderly indi- Tribal citizens, who deal with diabetes arteries or broken blood vessels prevent vidual. If the symptoms are mild and each day, go on a FUN field trip. The proper blood low to the brain, causing temporary, attempt to call your principal group travels to various points of interest brain cells to be damaged or killed. The physician for instructions. such as Flamingo Gardens; toured the effect a stroke has depends on how large Another important point to Everglades National Park, the Indoor Flea it is, which brain cells it damages or remember about a stroke is that many Market in Fort Myers; explored the homes kills, and how quickly medical profes- strokes are preventable. Like heart of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford; the sionals are able to intervene. For exam- attacks, the root of many strokes is ath- Trolley Car in Naples, and Butterfly ple, a clot-busting drug known as Tissue erosclerosis, a type of hardening of the World in Coral Springs. All the while, Plasminogen Activator (TPA) can dra- arteries. As a result, people can reduce learning how to live with diabetes. matically reduce long-term stroke their risk factor for having a stoke sim- Diabetic Fun Day is a time to ask effects if it’s administered within three ply by engaging in what some consider questions about diabetes, and learn how to Suzanne Davis hours of the time stroke symptoms to be “heart-healthy” activities such as make decisions that will affect the disease in positive ways. Each FUN day includes occur. controlling blood pressure, keeping cho- L-R: Claudia Doctor, Debi Hamilton and Corbin. According to Blue Cross and lesterol under control, exercising regu- an educational message about living well Blue Shield of Florida, the five most larly, limiting alcohol consumption, not with diabetes, a fitness component, and a common stroke symptoms are: smoking, controlling weight. nutritional lunch focusing on making well. leads the group for the Hollywood Sudden, severe numbness or weakness For more information about a healthy food choices. This diabetes sup- In Brighton, the group is under Reservation. in the face, arm or leg, especially if it stroke, contact the National Stroke port group has been adopted on the Big the guidance of Holly Billie, counselor, Please check with your local occurs on one side of the body that can- Association at www.stroke.org. Cypress and Immokalee reservations and and Joe Barletto, Nutritionist. Jeanne Health Center for the date and time of the is utilized in Brighton and Hollywood as Hatfield, Health Educator/Nutritionist next Diabetic Fun Day in your area! The Seminole Tribune 12 July 6, 2001 HHealthealth CornerCorner Needle Exchange Programs For IV Drug Users: Good Vs Bad Public Policy By Benny Secody, CAAPII Such laws exist in 46 states and the District of that were initially illegal and underground, such as federal AIDS prevention funds for needle-exchange Fact: Drug abuse is running rampant Columbia. Prevention Point in San Francisco, CA, subsequently programs. throughout the United States, and even in our own There is evidence that in the United States, received approval and even funding from local gov- Needle exchange programs have been backyards, we have friends and family members who IV drug users may have difficulty purchasing ernments. proven to be cost effective. According to the data are affected by various diseases such as HIV, syringes in pharmacies, even in states without pre- The growing institutionalization of the programs in compiled by the University of California, Berkeley Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Estimates of the num- scription laws. Studies have shown that some phar- the United States. Several programs started by and the Institute for Health Policy Studies, University bers of IV drug users in the United States range from macies were willing to sell syringes to IV drug users, activists now receive local governmental or founda- of California, San Francisco, multiple mathematical 1.1 to 1.5 million. The social costs of injection drug but others were concerned about used syringe dispos- tion funding; and some are run directly by health study models of program impact support the findings use, which include the costs of drug treatment, lost al and the potential adverse effects of these people’s departments (i.e. Boulder, CO and Seattle, WA). that needle exchange programs can prevent signifi- productivity, motor vehicle accidents, crime and presence on their businesses. Needle exchange programs are now less reliant upon cant numbers of infections among clients of the pro- stolen property, have been estimated at $58.3 billion The only pharmacy-based needle exchange volunteer staff and have better linkages to other pub- grams, their drug and sex partners and their children. per year. program in the United States is in Tacoma, lic health services. In most cases, the cost per-HIV Risk reduction is not the same as risk elimi- Washington and operates on a one-for-one exchange Increasing the US federal funding of needle exchange infection averted is averages nation, and the need for a comprehensive approach to basis out of a health department pharmacy. IV drug program research. A total of five bans on the use of between $4,000 and $9,500, far disease prevention among IV drug users remains as users who obtain their syringes from pharmacists can federal funds for either providing NEP services or below the $119,000 lifetime cost critical now as it was at the beginning of the HIV epi- be assured of sterile syringes, whereas syringes conducting research into the programs have existed. of treating an HIV-infected per- demic. obtained on the street may have been repackaged to Although the ban on Federal funding for services still son. With the paucity of drug treatment appear new. remains, there have now been seven federally fund- It becomes a stark resources, not only in Florida, but throughout the A report, called The Public Health Impact of ed studies of needle exchange programs. realization that the majori- United States, fewer than 15 percent of IV drug users Needle Exchange Programs in the United States and About one-half of the United States ty of people, when polled are in treatment on any given day. Generally, most of Abroad, prepared by the School of Public Health, Needle Exchange Programs are legal, for their opinion of the them express no interest in entering treatment, and UC-Berkeley, and the Institute for Health Policy but funding is needle exchange programs, for those who can not or will not stop injecting drugs, Studies, UC-San Francisco for the Centers for often unstable are in favor of them. Most people in favor there are only three reliable methods of preventing Disease Control and Prevention, was completed in and most rely on of the exchange are those, who have, in some the infection of such diseases as HIV, Hepatitis B and 1993. volunteer services way, experienced the tragic loss or impending death C: 1). Use of a sterile syringe for each injection; 2) if According to the report the very first needle to operate. of a loved one. They also may be the infected party, a sterile syringe is not available, avoid sharing the exchange program on record was established in Also, sorely aware of what awaits them. same syringe; and 3) if IV drug users continue to Amsterdam, the Netherlands in 1984 by a drug users’ most Former drug user, and client of Washington’s share syringes, disinfect with bleach. advocacy group, called the “Junkie Union,” to pre- adhere to the Whitman-Walker Clinic, Winnie Fairchild, testified The problem persists however, as many IV vent an epidemic of Hepatitis B, when an inner-city one-for-one that four out of the five users she shot drugs with are drug users continue to share at least occasionally, and pharmacist planned to discontinue selling syringes exchange poli- now HIV-positive. She said, “A person, if they want recent guidelines from the Public Health Service to addicted IV drug users. cy, and in addi- to shoot drugs, they are going to shoot drugs any- state, “Disinfecting previously used needles and In the United States, the first per- tion to having way.” Advocating needle exchange programs, syringes… is not as safe as always using a sterile son to distribute drug injection equip- distributed Fairchild compared the cost of a clean needle - 7 needle and syringe.” ment publicly, was Jon Parker in over 5.4 million syringes, U.S. cents, to $1,040.13 – the cost of a one-month supply It has only been within the last 15 years that New Haven, CT and Boston, programs provide a variety of of her HIV medications. Needle Exchange Programs have arisen in the United MA in November, 1986. services ranging from condom and The treatment of Hepatitis C States. A needle exchange program has been defined The first United bleach distribution to drug treatment refer- (Interferon/Ribovarin Combo treatment) costs, for by one group of researchers as “a facility where drug States needle rals. medication alone, $2,000 per month. This does not injectors can obtain sterile needles and syringes and exchange program Despite all the statistics in favor of the needle include the cost of monthly blood tests to monitor return used injecting equipment.” These programs to provide com- exchange program concept in the prevention of infec- liver enzymes, platelet counts, red blood cell counts, seek to reduce the harm associated with these prac- prehensive tious disease (spread widely through the use of intra- etc. It also does not include the cost of a specialist, as tices, a philosophy sometimes referred to as harm services venous injections) there are still those skeptics who well as a primary care physician who also prescribes reduction or harm minimization. was estab- feel this concept encourages the use of illegal drugs. other medications. With the express permission of a The essential arguments in favor of needle lished in The Clinton Administration came under fire by family member who agreed to be interviewed, it is exchange programs are that they could decrease the Tacoma, WA in advocates of these programs on April 20, 1998, after painfully obvious, that if such a program been avail- transmission of infectious disease, by increasing the 1988. it refused to lift a nine-year-old ban on federal fund- able back in the early 1980s, chances are she would probability that 1) IV drug users use uninfected In, 1993, there were at least ing for needle exchanges– although Donna Shalala, not have contracted Hepatitis C. syringes, 2) produce reductions in disease risk 37 such programs operating in 30 U.S. cities (at that time) Secretary of the Department of Health Individuals who are against the needle behaviors, 3) alleviate the problem with over 150 sites between these programs. and Human Services, presented findings that such exchange programs are generally those who have not of discarding used (and possibly Today, there are hundreds of needle exchange pro- programs effectively reduce HIV transmission and do been educated on the beneficial aspects of such pro- infected) needles and syringes in grams functioning – legally and illegally throughout not encourage drug abuse. grams. Most, if not all of them, involved or witnessed non-hazardous waste contain- the United States. “At best this is hypocrisy,” said Dr. R. Scott Hitt, the devastating effects of HIV or Hepatitis. It shows ers, and 4) refer IV drug Four trends that characterize the evolution of the Chairman of the President’s Advisory Committee on that many people have not experienced first hand users with little or no con- programs in the United States: HIV and AIDS, in response to the refusal to lift the drug abuse. tact with the public health Jon Parker states that he has been arrested 27 times in ban. “At worst it is a lie. And no matter what, it’s The solution is education. Community system, to drug treatment or other public health serv- seven states and has publicly challenged the prescrip- immoral.” involvement, the commitment of the federal govern- ices. tion laws in all states that have them. His approach Prior to the April 20 ruling, President ment for research, and as lifting the ban on the use of In the United States, a complicating factor best exemplifies the civil disobedience approach to Clinton’s AIDS Advisory Panel unanimously federal funds for these programs is essential. State regarding the needle exchange programs is the exis- needle exchange programs. While his approach has expressed “no confidence” in the Administration’s and local governments should reconsider the laws tence of two types of laws that restrict the possession, succeeded in increasing public awareness of the commitment to reducing the spread of AIDS because governing sale and distribution of syringes. Local, distribution, or sale of injecting equipment. Such issue, it has, at times alienated the very community of its failure to support federal funding of needle State and County governments should allocate funds laws do not exist in Canada or in the majority of the groups whose support is critical to the establishment exchange programs. to provide adequate drug treatment and mental health Western European countries. Paraphernalia laws of the programs. In a resolution dated March 6, 1998, the 30- services (including facilities), as well as more inter- make the manufacture, possession and distribution of Needle Exchange Programs are now likely member Presidential Action Committee on HIV vention/prevention programs. drug paraphernalia a misdemeanor or felony offense. to be legalized than in the past. Several programs demanded that the Administration immediately free USET Asked To Negotiate Cell Tower Placements Sports Notice By E. Bowers “religious or cultural significance to the property,” according to the Davie Rodeo Association And Hollywood MARKSVILLE, LA — The unlikely combination of cell 1992 amendments to the Act. towers and cultural preservation held center stage at the United “A Federal agency must not be ignorant,” said Smith, Horse Club/Seminole Tribe South and Eastern Tribes (USET) conference on May 21-24 at the “they must go out and educate themselves.” Paragon Casino Resort of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe. A meeting with FCC lawyers at the office of Johnston and Kids Events Summer Buckle Other Events: Gregory Smith and Eric Tober, associates from the offices Associates, and USET President Keller George’s strong testimony Series: Open Team Roping (with a #6 of Senator J. Bennett Johnston and Associates, updated the USET against the FCC before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, Goat tying (12 and under) - Incentive) - $21.00 per man Board of Directors on the ongoing negotiations between the Tribes have served as a wakeup call for the Federal agency. $11.00. Calf Riding (7 - 11 years) 3D Barrel Racing - $21.00 and the Personal Communications Industry Association (PCIA), “The FCC is going through an education process,” said - $6.00. Mutton Bustin (6 and Bull Riding - $21.00 one of the two largest wireless communications industry represen- Smith, “we’re lifting their burden of ignorance.” under) - $6.00. Jr. Bulls (12 - 15 These events will stay on our regular 6-month tatives in the nation. Smith and Tober, together with the USET team, currently years) - $6.00. Boys Breakaway Buckle Series, which runs through October. At USET Impact Week in February in Washington, D.C., are working on a draft set of protocols with PCIA that will regular- calf roping (14 and under) - All contestants entering kids’ events or PCIA representatives met with the Culture and Heritage ize industry relationships with the Tribes. $11.00. Jr. Team Roping (14 and other events must be members of Davie Rodeo Committee in order to discuss increased protection for Indian reli- On behalf of USET, the negotiating team consists of Bill under) - $11.00 per man. Girls Association. $20.00 for single membership and gious and cultural sites. Day, Chairman of the USET Culture and Heritage Committee; and Breakaway calf roping (18 and $30.00 for family membership. Gate admission is By industry estimates, over 700,000 sites will be built Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for the Poarch Creek Indians; under) - $11.00. Pee Wee Barrels $2.00 and everyone pays. For more information within the next five years. With billions of dollars of revenues in Dr. Pat Wickman, Culture and Heritage Secretary and Historic (12 and under) - $6.00. Kids call Leanne Sullivan at (954) 475-9787. All the offing, cell tower contractors are not always willing to protect Preservation Officer for the Seminole Tribe of Florida; USET events start at 7 p.m. Sign up at events will be held at the Bergeron Rodeo Indian cultural sites. President Keller George (Oneida); and USET Executive Director 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday start- Grounds in Davie. There will be no rodeo on Consequently, when the Board of Directors authorized James T. Martin ing June 20 and ending Aug. 22. July 4. USET to negotiate with PCIA, the stakes went up dramatically for The protocols will create a way for Tribes to provide both sides. expertise to the cell tower manufacturers, “but in no way will the According to Smith, much of the problem has stemmed agreement diminish the government to government relationship, N.A.Y.O. Baseball And Softball from the fact that the FCC has attempted to delegate its Federal we’re not letting the FCC off the hook,” said Smith. responsibility to consult on a government-to-government basis The USET team expects to meet with PCIA officials again July 20 – 21 with the Tribes to the cell tower manufacturers. within several weeks and to have a draft of the protocols ready for Anyone interested in participating in either (Boys) Baseball or (Girls) The National Historic Preservation Act, as well as other review by the time USET meets again, in Miccosukee, in the fall. Softball (Fast Pitch) - 12 and under/13 and over. Please contact the Hollywood Gym federal laws, executive orders, and regulations create this responsi- ‘It’s the next step towards establishing and strengthening at (954) 989-9457, Joe Collins at (954) 931-7793 or Sunshine Frank at (954) 966- bility. Tribal sovereignty,” Smith declared. 6300 at ext. 1305. The transmissions that are relayed by the cell towers According to Tober, “the passage of the 1992 amendments To be eligible, all players: must be 17 years of age or younger, must have a require an FCC license, which is a Federal Undertaking, requiring was a huge victory. This is the fruit of all that labor.” passing report card from their school, must pass a drug test. the Federal agency to consult with Indian Tribes which attach Next issue: Cell towers and Tribal sovereignty. Paula’s Furniture AmericanIndianOutreach WE SPECIALIZE IN LOG BEDS The Florida Department of Transportation – the largest contracting agency RUSTIC FURNITURE in state government – runs a Native American DRUM COFFEE TABLES Outreach Program seeking people interested in pursing contracts with the FDOT. Don’t be left behind. If you or a family 413 S.W. 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Center Manager or Parent Involvement Aide graduate, transfer, or withdraw children on the wait- Wednesday, July Tuesday, July 31 - will assist parents in filling out enrollment applica- ing list will be taken. Parents will be notified when 11 - Bowling King Richards, leave at tion for a new student/infant. child can start. Thursday, July 10:00 a.m. Center Manager or Parent Involvement Aide 12 - Movies Wednesday, will review the application when turned in by the par- Hollywood Preschool July/August schedule Friday, July 13 - August 1 - Movies leave ent. The review is to make sure the following is com- is as follows: Swimming at 8:30 a.m. plete in the application: Monday, July 9 - Free Day - Teacher’s Monday, July 16 Thursday, August All places in the application that require a Choice. - Gymnastics 2 - Culture & Crafts parent/guardian signature are signed. Tuesday, July 10 - Movies - bus leaves Tuesday, July 17 Day at Culture Chickee Check to see that the emergency contacts are promptly at 9:00 a.m., $3.75. - Swimming lessons Friday, August 3 -

all filled out and double check on phone numbers. Wednesday, July 11 - Swimming - 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, July Michael James Last day of summer pro- A completed physical form from the clinic is - Carol’s, 10:00 a.m. - Stacey’s class. 18 - Beach gram - Lakes Park, leave attached. Thursday, July 12 - Billie Swamp Safari Thursday, July at 9 a.m. A completed immunization card is attached Buggy Ride - leave at 8:30 a.m. - Stacey’s class. 19 - Movies Brighton Monday, August 6 (exception would be infants under two months) Friday, July 13 - T.Y. Park Castaway Island - Friday, July 20 - through Friday, August A copy of a pay stub or completely filled out 8:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. leave at 8:00 a.m. or Swimming 10 Pre-service Training - Income Verification form. your child goes home. Monday, July 30 All Centers Closed - No A copy of the child’s birth certificate and Monday, July 16 - Free Day - Teacher’s - Gymnastics School. social security card. Choice. Tuesday, July 31 - Swimming lessons Monday, August 13 - First day of 2001-2002 Department of Children & Families Tuesday, July 17 - Movies - leave at 9:00 Wednesday, August 1 - Rapids Water Park school year. Placements, adoptions, divorces and when someone a.m., $3.75. Thursday, August 2 - Movies Tuesday, August 14 - Ms. Christy’s birthday other than the natural parents are responsible for the Wednesday, July 18 - Swimming - 9:00 a.m. Friday, August 3 - Swimming Wednesday, August 15 - Ms. Gina’s birth- child. A copy of legal papers which show custody. - Carol’s, 10:00 a.m. - Stacey’s class. Monday, August 6 - Gymnastics day. If any of the above are missing, the Thursday, July 19 - Billie Swamp Safari Tuesday, August 7 - Swimming lessons Thursday, August 16 - ? teacher should tell the parent right away and get Buggy Ride - leave at 8:30 - Stacey’s class. Wednesday, August 8 - Bowling Friday, August 17 - Mrs. Michelle’s birth- the information as soon as possible. Friday, July 20 - T.Y. Park Castaway Island - Thursday, August 9 - ? day. The Parent Involvement/Social Services 8:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.- leave at 8:00 a.m. or Friday, August 10 - Pool party coordinator and the your child goes home. Monday, August 13 - First day of school Big Cypress Preschool Programs schedule Health Nutrition Monday, July 23 - Free Day - Teacher’s 2001-2002. for July/August: Coordinator will ver- Choice. Monday, July 9 - Lakes Park (Ft. Myers) - bally notify the center Tuesday, July 24 - Movies - leave at 9:00 Immokalee Preschool Programs schedule Cook out teacher whether the a.m., $3.75. for July/August 2001. Tuesday, July 10 - Gymnastics class & child can start attend- Wednesday, July 25 - Swimming - 9:00 a.m. Monday, July 9 - Library Day, 2001-2002 nature walk. ing. The teacher will - Carol’s, 10:00 a.m. - Stacey’s class. enrollment begins Wednesday, July 11 - Movies, leaving at verbally notify the Thursday, July 26 - Miami Seaquarium - Tuesday, July 10 - Chuck E. Cheese in 9:00 a.m., eat out. parent. leave promptly at 8:30 a.m. - Carol’s class. Hollywood, leave at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, July 12 - Butterfly World - sack No child should Friday, July 27 - T.Y. Park Castaway Island - Wednesday, July 11 - Movies leave at 8:30 lunch attend until the 8:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. a.m. Friday, July 13 - Swimming lessons at BC Parent Monday, July 30 - Free Day - Teacher’s Thursday, July 12 - Culture & Crafts Day at pool. Involvement/Social choice. Culture Chickee Monday, July 16 - Airboat & buggy rides Services Tuesday, July 31 - Movies - leave at 9:00 Friday, July 13 - Immokalee Pool, leave at Tuesday, July 17 - Gymnastics class & Coordinator and or a.m. 9:00 a.m. nature walk. Health Nutrition Wednesday, August 1 - Swimming - 9:00 Monday, July 16 - Library Day Wednesday, July 18 - Movies, eat out Coordinator gives a.m. - Carol’s, 10:00 a.m. - Stacey’s class. Tuesday, July 17 - Vineyards Community Thursday, July 19 - Imaginarium Hands on E. Tiger the Okay. Thursday, August 2 - Miami Seaquarium - Park, leave at 9:00 a.m. Museum, sack lunch The Parent 8:30 a.m. - Stacey’s Wednesday, July Friday, July 20 - Swimming lessons at BC Geraldine L. Osceola, Involvement /Social class. 18 - Movies leave at pool Parent Involvement Aide Services and or the Friday, August 3 8:30 a.m. Monday, July 23 - Lakes Park (Ft. Myers), at the Hollywood Health Coordinator - T.Y. Park Thursday, July 19 cook out. Preschool will assist. will follow up the Castaway Island - Culture & Crafts Day Tuesday, July 24 - Gymnastics class & decision with a letter - 8:30 a.m. - at Culture Chickee nature walk. to the parent. 10:20 a.m., Friday, July 20 - Wednesday, July 25 - Movies, eat out leave at 8:00 Lakes Park, leave at Thursday, July 26 - T.Y. Park, sack lunch Enrollment/Eligibility a.m. or your 9:00 a.m. Friday, July 27 - Swimming lessons at BC Enrollment at each center will be based on child goes Monday, July 23 - pool. the following criteria: home. Library Day Monday, July 30 - Rain Forest, leave at 9:00

Number of available slots are determined by Monday, August Mitchell Virginia Tuesday, July 24 - a.m., eat out the size of the classroom and therefore different for 6 through Friday, August Everglades Wonder Tuesday, July 31 - Gymnastics class & each class. 10 - Break - No School - Gardens, leave at 9:00 nature walk. Employment of parents: Priority is given to In-Service training (tenta- Hollywood a.m. Wednesday, August 1 - Movies - eat out families where parents are working or in school. At tive) Wednesday, July Thursday, August 2 - No field trip least one parent should be employed or in school. Monday, August 25 - Movies leave at Friday, August 3 - last day of summer Self-employment is acceptable. However, Income 13 is the first day of 2001-2002 School Year. 8:30 a.m., Ms. Rosa’s birthday. school, cook out. Verification from self-employment will be required. Thursday, July 26 - Culture & Crafts Day at Monday, August 6 through Friday, August If space is available, children from non-working fam- Brighton Preschool Schedule for Culture Chickee 10 scheduled for Pre-Service Training. All ilies will be taken with permission from the director. July/August is as follows: Friday, July 27 - Immokalee Pool, leave at 9 centers are closed - No students. All students who are turned down will have Monday, July 9 - Gymnastics a.m. Monday, August 13 - First day of school- their names placed on a waiting list. As children Tuesday, July 10 - Swimming lessons Monday, July 30 - Library Day 2001-2002. The Seminole Tribune 14 July 6, 2001 The Seminole Tribune 15 July 6, 2001 Classified • Announcements Decal Notice To Tribal Members Happy Birthday *Renewal of Motor Vehicle Plates and Registration In order to qualify for a through the Department of Highway Seminole Indian license plate, you must Safety & Motor Vehicles in Tallahassee, be the owner of the vehicle and carry and mailed to the Tribe for distribution to insurance required under Florida law. you. You do not have to contact the State Because of recent changes in the of Florid (DMV) regarding registration State of Florida Department of Highway and decals as described herein. Safety & Motor Vehicles computer system and data base, motor vehicle plates for For initial purchase of vehicle Seminole Tribal members will no longer and issuance of initial plate, or trade-in be issued on a fiscal basis. Tags and with plate for transfer. decals will be issued with expiration dates You must complete an Affidavit corresponding to each Tribal member’s by Indian Tribal Member, which must be birth date. This change is effective imme- notarized, and present the Affidavit to the diately. car dealership in order to obtain a Decals extending the June 2001 Seminole Indian license plate. The Happy Birthday to Miss expiration date to the birth date must be Affidavit form is available at each Tag Rhiannon Dianne Tiger picked-up in the Tag Clerk’s office locat- Clerk’s office on the respective reserva- ed in the Tribal member’s respective tion. If you do not comply, you will likely Rhiannon, reservation. You will also receive your incur the regular charge for a regular You will turn 10 years old on new registration at the same time. You plate. Car dealerships will complete tem- July 9th , 2001. You just blow us away! should contact the respective Tag Clerk’s porary tag documents and/or transfer doc- No one knows you better than your mom office immediately to receive your new uments. For casual sales of vehicles or and dad. You were born out of love and Belated “Happy Birthday” wish decal and registration. You must bring transfers not involving a car dealership, will always be loved. You are our 1st to Charlie J. Tiger Jr. Happy Birthday your insurance card or other proof of the documents will be prepared by the daughter together and no one can or will honey! We miss and love you very, very, insurance with you. The decal must be Tag Clerk’s office on the respective reser- ever take that away from you. You have much. You’ll have many more birthdays immediately affixed to your current plate, vation. the best birthday ever! We love you too when you come home to your Little Happy 4th Birthday to our little and the new registration must be kept Should you have any questions, much. Tiger family. You will always be remem- princess Raevin Skye on June 25th with you when driving your vehicle. If contact the Tribal Clerk’s office in bered on your day! I love you more than I We love you so much! Love Daddy you continue to use your plate without the Hollywood at (954) 967-3465. Ask to see Love you always! can ever say! Love your wife and chil- (Sunny Frank) , Mommy (Shana new decal and/or without proper registra- Suzanne Palm at extension 1162. Mom and Dad (Ginger and Charlie) dren Ginger, Rhiannon, Deandra, Frank), Grandpa (Joel), Grandma tion, you may be stopped by law enforce- For the Big Cypress residents & Sister and Brother (Deandra and Charlie III (Brown), The Tiger Family. (Marci), TuTu and Jennie. ment and receive a citation including a you report to the Frank Billie Center and Charlie III) The Tiger Family fine. ask for Cecilia Tigertail or call (863) The new decal and registration 983-2157. will expire on your birth date. You must For the Brighton/Tampa reser- Poems contact the Tag Clerk’s office three vations, you need to see Beulah Gopher month’s before your birth date. You must at the Field Office, or call (863) 763- bring the registration form and insurance 4128. This Is Our Land card with you so that the Tag Clerk’s Immokalee residents can report office can renew your registration and to Sheila Aguilar at the Field Office for For many years before the white apply for your next year’s decal. All reg- your tags and decals, or call (941) 657- man came istrations, plates and decals will be issued 6567. Our grandfathers and great grandfathers had fought and gave their lives for our native land Notices For they’re where buffalo, deer, panthers and many wild birds living there Wacky Water Park - June 15 - wow, Junior and Senior Indian Rodeo. as far as I could see July 31at Cypress Gardens. Park hours Contact Marsha Barney or Tim Shorty at For this land was given to you and me 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Information call (863) (505) 786-4000 and Johnny Johnson For this land is a sacred land 324-2111 or (800) 282-2123, ext. 362 or (505) 786-2012. that has given us life 214. Located off U.S. 27 just 22 miles Professional Rodeo Cowboy For many warriors from different clans south of I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Association Lake Powell Stampede - who spilled their blood. For they never gave up our www.cypressgardens.com September 1 - 2, Page, AZ. Annual rodeo My Dearest Scott, on this spe- homeland. MANA 2001 A Midwifery event taking place on Labor Day week- cial day I wish God to grant you more — John Harjo Odyssey – Sept. 21 - 23 at the Hyatt end. Contact Wally J. Tsosie at (520) 645- wisdom so all your dreams and desires Regency in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 3599. can be granted. I thank God for giving me Happy 21st Birthday, Featuring an encore presentation by Alice Executive Management you. . . you’re the love of my life. I look Chrystal, July 7. From Mom, Dad, Sara, Walker. Roommate matching contact Program - August 19 - 24, the Tribal For Sale forward to sharing more special moments Roger, Alexis, Kiauna, and Grandma. Janis Zloto at (505) 268-8056 (MST) or Executive Institute a non-profit entity of and making more memories with you. May this be one of the happiest days of [email protected]. Childcare will be the Catawba Indian Nation, South Single family home on the Big Cypress Reservation at Horseshoe Happy Birthday my love, your life and may God bless you. Love available, contact Laura Springer at (505) Carolina, will conduct a week long pro- Your loving wife, Barbara. you, your family. 899-3264 (MST) or gram at the Hyatt Regency Convention Village. 825 sq. ft. Has washer/dryer hook-ups. Only those seriously interested. P.S. Austin says, “Hoppy Birday From Arron and Peter, to Mom, [email protected]. Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Daddy!” Chrystal, Happy 21st Birthday, July 7. Antiques Extravaganza - July purpose of the training is to increase the Contact Lucille Jumper. 6, 7 and 8 held at the South Florida knowledge of issues impacting Indian Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. Call Country. The topics include: health and Correction (561) 793-0333 or (800) 527-3247 for wellness; economic development; strate- assistance. gic planning; financial management; tribal In the last issue of the Seminole American Indian Tourism sovereignty and Indian law; self-gover- Happy Birthday July Babies. . . st Tribune the master of ceremonies for the Conference – Sept. 9 - 12 in Bismarck, nance; and leadership skills for the 21 Inauguration of new Tribal Officers was North Dakota. For information or registra- century. Final deadline is July 12, for incorrectly identified as Moses Osceola Tony Shawn Bert, July 24 Tisha Jolene Harvey, July 26 tion forms you may call Sandra Poitra at additional info and an application, please Jr. The master of ceremonies was Moses Frank Billie, July 11 Ricardo Fortino Hernandez, July 31 (701) 255-3285, ext. 331 or Gloria Cobb, call (800) 397-0713. Jumper Jr. We regret the error. Rebecca Billie, July 29 Amber Rose Jim, July 22 at (715) 588-3324, or visit at www.indian- Electronics Recycling Program Virgil Billie, July 1 Jerry Micco, Jr., July 29 tourism.org. Will Be Launched July 8 — Broward Dana Buster, July 15 Theodore Scott Nelson, Sr. July 27 Summer Ed-Venture Program County’s Office of Integrated Waste Summer Music Classes Sally Buster, July 13 Curtis Allen Osceola, July 18 - June 18 – Aug. 17. Open to kids ages 5 - Management is kicking off a 10-week Charles Stanley Cypress, July 13 Keith Richard Osceola, July 6 10 at Parrot Jungle and Gardens in pilot program funded through a state grant Children & Adults! Learn an instrument Janice Lee Cypress, July 30 Sally Kristie Johnette Osceola, July 21 Miami. Park opens every day at 9:30 a.m. that will allow residents to dispose of out- or take voice lessons. Mary Frances Cypress, July 15 Jimmy Hank Osceola, Jr., July 10 For info, phone (305) 666-7834 or visit dated or unusable electronics absolutely Beginning June 20th through Patsy Jane Cypress, July 1 Christopher Dent Primeaux, July 30 the web at www.parrotjungle.com. free of charge. August 24. Every Wednesday & Sheli Faye Cypress ,July 13 Clifford Sanchez, July 3 Children will learn about environmental The electronics will be demanu- Thursday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the DSO Louis Dixie Jim, Sr., July 15 Tony Sanchez, Jr., July 3 issues, conservation, animal care, art factured so that the metals and plastics building on the second floor. For more Ruby Ann Osceola, July 5 Geneva Shore, July 6 design and crafts all based in animal edu- can be recycled or refurbished, and information call Library at (954) 989- Manuel (Mondo) Tiger, July 15 Ginger Ann Tiger, July 16 cation. remaining components will be disposed of 6840, ext. 1225/1226. Marina Rene Tigertail, July 3 Mary Ann Tommie, July 30 Gospel Sing at Cypress in an environmentally safe manner. Sally Agnes Tommie, July 26 Dorothy Frank Tucker, July 25 Gardens – Nov. 10 – 11. The Blackwood After 10 weekly collections, Religious Poems Sought Samuel Tommie, July 22 Naomi Ruth Wilson, July 13 Quartet and the Blackwood Singers along county staff will assess public response, Ricky Ray Tucker, July 30 Delores Jumper, July 2 with The Booth Brothers will perform at participation levels and disposal costs. Religious poems sought from Amy Johns Ashley, July 26 Larry Motlow, July 24 gardens. For more info call (800) 282- The county plans to review options for Hollywood-area poets Preston Levrn Baker, July 18 Nancy Motlow, July 12 2123 or (863) 324-2111. future programs. Good news for sincere poets! Vernon Lee Baker, July 22 Tilda Jean Perez, July 23 Host Families Needed for Acceptable items:Televisions, The Bards of Burbank is offering a Betty Mae Billie, July 31 Amy Ann Yzaguirre, July 10 Foreign Students - Pacific Intercultural Computers, Monitors, Keyboards, $1,000 grand prize in their Poetry Andrea Polly Cypress, July 24 Jeremy Lee Bowers, July 13 Exchange has international students from External hard-drives, Printers, Modems, Competition 2000, free to everyone. The Willie Gopher, Jr,. July 29 Miguel Catu, Jr., July 21 more than 40 countries arriving into the Fax machines deadline for entering is July 5, 2001. Jimi Lu Huff, July 23 Leon John Doctor, July 29 area and surrounding communities for Copiers, Cell phones and other telecom- To enter, send one poem 21 lines Norman Eric Johns, July 19 Nicole Marie Emery, July 22 homestay programs. If you think you may munications equipment. or less to Free Poetry Contest, PMB250, Stanlo Johns, July 4 Anthony Benjamin Frank, July 15 be interested in hosting a foreign teen - or Unacceptable items: Audio equipment, 2219 W Olive Ave., Burbank, CA 91506, Archie Hank Johns, Sr,. July 24 Martha Irene Green, July 16 more information about program please Appliances, Electric hand tools or you may enter on-line at www.friend- Happy Jones, July 15 Deealona Denise Harjo, July 15 call P.I.E. at (800) 828-9001. Meters, Other non-specified electronic lypoets.com. Howard Micco, July 23 Donna Susan Harmon, July 23 Free Poetry Contest - deadline is July type materials. “We think religious poems can Deanna Lynn Motlow, July 15 Maurina Sallie Josh, July 2 16, to enter, send one poem only, 21 lines For more information contact invite achievement,” says Dr. John Leanne Jo Osceola, July 10 Lucinda Chrystal Jumpe,r July 7 or less, to Free Poetry Contest, 12244 Jeanne Clinton, Office of Integrated Scribner, the organization’s Contest Polly Ann Osceola, July 14 Kenneth David Kittle, II, July 22 Park View Lane, Fishers, IN 46038, or Waste Management at (954) 765-4202 Director. “We’re especially keen on Amanda Ruby Smith, July 7 Adam Earl Nelson, July 13 enter online at www.friendlypoets.com. ext. 243, e-mail: [email protected], or inspiring amateur poets and we think this Lauri Beth Smith, July 19 Andrea Dee Nelson, July 25 29th Annual National the Public Communications Office at competition will achieve that. Florida has Walter Daniels Smith, July 5 Daniel Travor Osceola, July 3 Storytelling Festival - October 5 - 7, (954) 357-6990, www.broward.org. made many wonderful poets over the Laverne Denise Thomas, July 29 Douglas McKinley Osceola, July 29 2001 at Historic Jonesborough, years and I’d like to discover new ones Walter Tommie, Jr., July 16 Gloria Lois Osceola, July 28 Tennessee. Find out more online at Give A Harley For The from among the Hollywood-area grass- Johnny Tucker, Jr,. July 29 Howard Darrin Osceola, July 4 www.storytellingfestival.net, or call (800) Holidays — Don’t know what to get your roots poets.” Brenda Scott Youngblood, July 8 Leo Dean Osceola, July 27 952-8392 for pre-registration. significant other for the holidays? Always Robert Taylor Youngblood, July 27 Ricky James Osceola, July 19 6th Crime Prevention & Drug wanted to ride a hog down A1A on a Larnce Balentine, July 1 Victoria Christine T. Osceola, July 8 Elimination Conference - July 23 - 26, sunny day? Well here’s your Barbara Billie, July 27 Emily Raissa Osceola-Branch, July 9 2001 at the Foxwoods Mashantucket, chance…beginning June 18, 2001 the Benjamin Billie, July 16 Janieve A. Robenstein, July 19 Connecticut. If you have any questions Dick Webber Center for the Prevention of Deadlines Jason Don Billie, July 6 Randy Santiago, July 27 call Pequot Housing Department at (860) Child Abuse will be raffling off a 2002 July Jamie Billie, July 23 Sheree Denise Sneed, July 24 396-6146. Harley Davidson Fat Boy with a custom Seminole Tribune Philmon Gene Bowers, July 6 Antillis Nehemiah Stockton, July 4 Spirit Capture: Native paint job and chrome front end or Tyrone John Cypress, July 6 Kinya Tommie, July 27 Americans and the Photographic Image $15,000! Tickets are $25 and proceeds July 27 Issue • July 13 Deadline Veronica Sue Doctor, July 31 Jesse Joe Jimmie, July 14 - July 22, 2001 - July 21, 2002 at the benefit prevention and parenting educa- August 17 Issue • August 3 Deadline Claudette Ann Gor,e July 22 Angela Christine Walton, July 26 Smithsonian’s National Museum of the tion programs in Palm Beach and American Indian. Featuring nearly 200 Broward counties. photographs fast archive of 125,000 The drawing will be images. Contact Maria Dering at (212) held at the Park Avenue BBQ 514-3894, or e-mail [email protected]. and Grille in Boynton Beach Northern Dine Nation Summer on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 3 p.m. Chickee Baptist Church Celebration Pow-wow - July 27 - 28, Come out and enjoy the best Ojo Amarillo, Upper Fruiteland, NM. BBQ in Palm Beach County 64th Ave. and Josie Billie Admission is free. Summer celebration, and win one for the children! Hollywood Seminole Reservation pow-wow, arts & crafts sale. Call (505) Call (561) 586-4996 ext. 25 598-9651 for more information. for tickets and contest 36th Annual Pioneer Day details. Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m. Celebration - August 3, Navajo Sponsored in part Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m. Mountain, UT. Foot races, horse races, by: Harley-Davidson of Palm Navajo games and food, entertainment, Beach, Gator 98.7, Dr. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. 5k/10k run, volleyball tournament, main Gerard Lemongello DMD, event 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Chapter at Nothin Fancy Bar & Grill, (520) 672-2857. KOOL 105.5, City Limits Rev. Arlen Payne: Pastor 14th Annual Eastern Navajo Restaurant, Wheels on the (954) 894-5651 Fair and Rodeo - August 26 - 29, Road Magazine, and Park Crownpoint, NM. Parade, carnival, pow- Avenue Grill.21. The Seminole Tribune 16 July 6, 2001 Bull Riding Continued from page 1 Although Leffew was tough on the students, he stressed the importance of safety and bull riding, which is one of the most dangerous sports around. He believes in teaching young people to maintain a positive attitude regarding all phases in their lives, whether it is staying in school, drug pre- vention, or dealing with emotional problems. The students enjoyed hearing of Leffew’s experiences about working with Luke Perry, during the filming of the movie, “Eight Seconds.” The movie depicts the life of world champion bull rider Lane Foster, who was killed by a bull at the peak of his career. Leffew also recommended the book Peak Performance by Charles Garfield, which he felt every bull rider should read at the start of their career. Also on hand for the seminar were local heroes Steve Osceola, Adam Turtle, Bill Watson and Rodney Osceola. These dedicated men are commit- ted to working with the youth. “Before Leffew was commissioned as instructor for the seminar, Rodney Osceola worked long and hard hours with the youth on their bull rid- ing skills,” said Alex Johns, Brighton Board Benny Secody Representative. The bull-riding clinic was the brainchild of Johns and his cousin Lisa Johns. They enticed the Adrian Baker learns where to sit. youth to get involved with a trip to Disney World to anyone who participated and did well at the event. Alex explained that all three Board who want to participate and are willing to make a cheer on the young Seminole cowboys. Representatives, himself, Paul Bowers Sr. from Big commitment to do their best. Leffew, who currently resides in Santa Cypress, and David DeHass from Hollywood, were Other caring folks were on hand to lend sup- Maria, CA, said he is looking forward to next year’s current or former bull riders. port to the Seminole youth, such as veteran rodeo seminar, which he plans to coach again. He enjoys Don Osceola Consequently, they are all supportive of the performer, and life-long friend of Leffew, T.R. his visits to the Seminole reservations and added, youth who choose to enter the sport of rodeo. The Wilson, who lives in Lake Port. Parents, friends and “There are many promising young cowboys and cow- pledge to provide assistance to those young people community members also came out to encourage and girls up and coming in the near future.” Miss Violet Olney, winner of 2001-2002 Miss Yakima Nation.

Yakima Nation Treaty Day Pow-Wow

By Don Osceola WASHINGTON — Mary Gay and Don Osceola were guest of the Yakima Indian Nation during their annual Treaty Day celebra- tion on June 8-10. The Pow-wow was a tremendous cel- ebration, filled with events such as a parade, dance and drum contests, rodeo, and basket- Benny Secody Benny Secody ball, softball, and golf tournaments. Vendors sold Indian art, crafts, and fried bread, and Bull fighter Billie Watson deters bull as Steven David DeHass - Repairing spurs. Rodney Osceola preparing a bull. there was a free baked salmon lunch for every- Billie gets ready to dismount after 8 seconds. one. There were also traditional ceremonies at the longhouse. The Yakima hold the celebration to honor their culture, instill a strong identity and sense of pride in the younger citizens, and Youth PRCA Bull Riding keep their traditions alive. The Miss Yakima Nation Pageant was By E. Tiger very impressive. The contestants had to be DAVIE — Local elementary stu- very knowledgeable about their Native her- dents filled the stands at the Bergeron itage, as well as a good student. The contest Rodeo arena on June 22 to cheer on the process took three days. cowboys and cowgirls competing in the The winner of the title Miss Yakima calf roping, bulldogging, and barrel racing Nation 2002 is Violet J. Olney. The daughter events. of Peter Joe and Audrey Olney, Violet gave a Seminole youth led by coordina- speech on her Native heritage and living a tor, and recently elected Hollywood Board drug-free lifestyle, played drum for the singers, Representative, David DeHass were the played the flute, and displayed her knowledge grand finale of the rodeo, riding bulls in of gathering traditional foods such as berries, their respective age groups. roots, etc. The Five Star PRCA Rodeo The day before the pageant, Olney Director, Mike Daily, made Seminole par- also helped prepare dinner for the people ticipation possible: offering funds to the attending the sacred longhouse ceremonies.

youth bull riding age group, and adding an E. Tiger On the final day of the Pow-wow, extra entry into the morning’s schedule so there were dance contests for the princess con- the youngsters could compete. testants. The youth bull riding group, Don and Mary Gay were happy to Top row from left: Roy Stewart, Jack Turtle, Dillian Warner, have attended the Pow-wow and enjoyed every Regina Briskey started years ago, “has given the Seminole Haley Cutler, Jerome Davis and Jasper Thomas. Bottom row minute of their visit. youth the chance to participate in a sport from left: Lee Stewart, Huston “Spark Plug” Osceola and that was not offered years before,” said Brandtley Osceola. “A Land Remembered” Sol McIvey and his DeHass, “The Recreation department half Seminole brother Toby Cypress on wants the youth to experience as many Marshtockie ponies. sports as possible, so they can learn the importance of teamwork and competition Warner, with a riding time of 4.6 seconds. and maybe take up one of the sports.” “The youth who participated made a great “These lessons will help them down the effort this morning,” said DeHass, “They are all win- road.” ners in my book.” The eight youngsters who competed put on Results: 1st Place: Haley Cutler, Jerome quite a show for the spectators. Haley Cutler, one of Davis 6.3, 2nd Place: Dillan Warner 5.6, 3rd Place: Book On Seminoles the first place winners, dominated the competition, Jack Turtle 4.6, 4th Place: Roy Steward 4.5, 5th along with Jerome Davis, who tied for first with a Place: Huston Osceola 3.6, 6th Place: Brandtley Becomes Teaching Aid time of 6.3 seconds. In second place was Dillan Osceola 3.0, 7th Place: Jasper Thomas: 1.7.

By T.R. Benn MERRITT ISLAND — Patrick D. Smith has long been a friend of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Smith’s relationship with the Reptile Captured In New York Seminoles is one he holds dear to his heart. While writing his award-winning novel, A Land HOLLYWOOD — Right spotted the creature Remembered, he lived among the Seminoles to after their highly publicized capture and jumped in the get a feeling for the character of Toby Cypress, of a caiman in New York’s Central water, capturing half-brother to Sol MacIvey. In the novel, the Park, Mike and Cecilia “Tina” him. After bringing MacIvey family and the Seminole build a rela- Bailey met with the press of June 26 him into the canoe, tionship that withstood hardship and pain in a at the Okalee Village. they discovered the relentless land. The two flew to New York “alligator” was A Land Remembered has long been a after sightings of a small reptile in actually a caiman, a teaching aid for junior and senior high school Harlem Meer Lake reached Okalee’s member of the students across the state of Florida. Now edited publicist, Chuck Malkus, and crocodilian family. for a new student edition in two parts, the new President of Malkus “The caiman are volumes are suitable for young readers from Communications. more aggressive fourth through eighth grade and comes complete “I want to capture the rep- than the alligator, with a teacher’s manual. tile in the most humane way possi- BIG APPLE INVADER: Caiman gator. but they usually “The books could become the Harry ble,” said Bailey upon arriving in grow to about four Potter of Florida,” laughed Smith. “Youngsters New York before the infamous cap- to five feet in have no conception of Florida life before ture. Bailey and his wife met with length. They have Mickey Mouse and Disney, the relentless hard- the Park Wildlife on how the reptile would be cap- been known to grow to ten feet long and reach the ships our ancestors went through, carving out a tured, and received permission to start the hunt. three hundred pound mark,” said Mr. Bailey, “but life in an unforgiving land. Freezes, drought, That night the Bailey team made an initial even if the caiman had lived on food source in the hurricanes, and floods could wipe out years of inspection of the lake, it probably would have died in the hard work, in a heartbeat.” lake, to pinpoint first winter’s freeze.” Smith is also the author of other novels areas that the reptile “The caiman was more than likely about the Seminoles: Forever Island and would most likely be discarded by someone after it became too Allapattah. found. Afterwards, big of a pet.” Forever Island is the story of old the team boarded a When asked where the reptile Don Osceola Charlie Jumper and his life in the Big Cypress small canoe and would end up, Bailey said, “the Seminole Swamp and the Everglades. slowly searched Tribe is just interested in preserving Nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, it has along the lake’s wildlife and what was best for the reptile’s Miss Washines, Former Miss NCAI and she been translated into 46 languages and published weed line with a future. Their standing offer is a natural is one of Yakima’s top female competitive worldwide. flashlight. environment for the reptile at the Okalee dancers. After 30 museum facilities and grounds in minutes, Tina Bailey Caiman (Caiman crocodilus) Hollywood, Florida.”