Mark Your Calendars for 2013 Camps and Academies! See schedule on Chickasa Twimes pages 18 & 19

Vol. XLVIII No. 4 O fficial publication of the Chickasaw Nation www.chickasawtimes.net April 2013 InnovationOne adds space, new equipment Tribe’s manufacturing plant takes step into high tech operations

Chickasaw Nation officials, along with local officials and guests, joined Governor Bill Anoatubby in Pauls Valley, Okla., for the Feb. 28 Aalhakoffichi’ adolescent transitional living facility ribbon cutting. From left are legislators David Woerz, Shana Tate Hammond and Nancy Elliott; Gov. Anoatubby, and legislators Mary Jo Green and Dean McManus. Mike McKee

‘A Place of Healing’ Governor Bill Anoatubby, center, is joined by Chickasaw officials, local officials and InnovationOne employees for a Feb. 28 groundbreaking ceremony in Marietta, Okla. The Chickasaw Nation-owned plant will add a 10,000 square-foot expansion at its manufacturing Transitional living facility offers unique facility. InnovationOne will add advanced sand blasting and wet painting operations to its ‘circle of care,’ opportunites to teens custom steel fabrication business. Marcy Gray MARIETTA, Okla. - Chicka- said the upgrades were excel- PAULS VALLEY, Okla. - The ity will serve Chickasaw and countless hours of research saw Nation officials recently lent investments in the busi- Chickasaw “circle of care” is other Indian youth, ages 14 to and planning, and turning broke ground on a 10,000 ness, and people. now in place for at-risk Indian 19, who are coping with mental them into a program ready to square-foot expansion at the “InnovationOne is a vital youth and their families. health, substance and family serve our citizens,” Mr. Keel tribe’s InnovationOne manu- part of our business diversifi- Governor Bill Anoatubby relationship issues. said. “She has worked tire- facturing facility in Marietta. cation efforts,” Gov. Anoatubby dedicated the Aalhakoffichi’ Aalhakoffichi’ represents lessly to prepare for this open- The groundbreaking was said. “Beyond that, this expan- adolescent transitional living the culmination of years of re- ing and the implementation of Feb. 28. sion is part of a movement to center in Pauls Valley Feb. 28. search and development. The these services. We are looking The expansion will sup- make more and better prod- Aalhakoffichi’ means “a results of the research effort forward to the future success port the addition of one of the ucts in the United States and place of healing.” indicated a significant need stories of the youth this facility largest sand blasting and wet in Oklahoma. The success we “This healing place for young for treatment of at-risk youth will serve.” painting operations in south- have enjoyed thus far is due in people is a vital part of our in the Chickasaw Nation and Located on 2.3 acres on Pauls ern Oklahoma. InnovationOne large part to the strong work wide-ranging services designed throughout Oklahoma. Valley’s west side, Aalhakof- manufactures custom steel ethic, skills and commitment to strengthen families,” Gov. Following the facility ribbon fichi’ offers 24-hour super- products ranging from eleva- of workers here in southern Anoatubby said. “Each family cutting, Chickasaw Nation Sec- vised care, including around- tor components to military air- Oklahoma. We believe our in- situation is unique. We want to retary of Family Services Jay the-clock adult supervision craft parts. Custom orders are vestment in this facility today offer the appropriate support Keel praised program director by trained and credentialed shipped to clients around the will continue to offer solid re- to each and every family. Ser- Cindy Maynard and the Aal- Chickasaw Nation staff. An on- world. The expansion increases turns for years to come.” vices offered here are designed hakoffichi’ staff for their hard site cultural coordinator will total manufacturing space to Included in this addition to cultivate and nurture well- work and dedication. provide Chickasaw and Native 110,000 square feet and adds will be a state-of-the-art pres- ness of body, mind, spirit and “Cindy joined our team in American cultural education more than $1.5 million in new, surized paint booth, capable culture.” 2012, and was charged with state-of-the-art equipment. The 8,600 square-foot facil- the specific task of taking the SEE AALHAKOFFICHI’, PAGE 2 Governor Bill Anoatubby SEE INNOVATIONONE PAGE 2

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CONTINUED AALHAKOFFICHI’ | FROM PAGE 1 classes. services to help families devel- Aalhakoffichi’ op tools necessary to achieve treatment services and sustain psychological and are provided by li- relational health. censed profession- To learn more about Aalha- als. Residents have koffichi’ adolescent transition- access to medical, JAY KEEL al living center and Aalhakof- dental, vision and fichi’ outpatient services, call other medical ser- (405) 331-2300. vices through the Chickasaw CONTRIBUTED BY Miranda Elliott, Public Nation. Aairs. Family enrichment services including counseling, visita- tion and structured family days are all part of emphasis to strengthen families. Aalhakoffichi’ also offers on- site, family-centered outpatient Aalhakoffichi’ (A Place for Healing) Transitional Center, Pauls Valley, Okla.

CONTINUED INNOVATIONONE | FROM PAGE 1 of producing an automotive the Oklahoma Native Ameri- er had announced its plan to and federal clients. an industry. Through that vi- finish. This high-technology can Business Enterprise Cen- close the facility. “The Chickasaw Nation sion the tribe has built a suc- system will enable Innovation- ter. Since 2004, the company Since then, the plant has di- made an acquisition and saved cessful company for Marietta One to expand its footprint in has increased its revenue from versified and grown its portfo- a workforce that would have and the state.” the oil field industry. about $4 million to more than lio of customers to more than disappeared,” said Innovatio- For more information about New equipment includes a $16 million in 2012. 50 large companies, support- nOne general manager Kent InnovationOne visit www. 320-Ton CNC Press Brake, VF- The Chickasaw Nation ac- ing major industries such as Foster. “It all started with the chickasaw.com/innovationone 8/40 Vertical-CNC Machining quired InnovationOne in 2004. airport baggage, distribution vision of helping people, build- or call (580) 276-3306. Center, ST-30 Horizontal CNC The company’s previous own- centers, oil field, and military ing community, and growing Turning Lathe, and 10’ Heav y Duty CNC Plate Roll. The equip- ment investment will comple- About InnovationOne, LLC ment the facility’s capabilities and replace aging equipment. InnovationOne LLC is a, the 12th largest federally-rec- Pinch pot class offered April 20 at InnovationOne is the num- Small Business Administra- ognized Indian tribe in the U.S. ber one producer of baggage tion-certified 8(a) and HUB- The Chickasaw Nation had an conveyor systems for major Zone-certified business. The economic impact of more than Tishomingo Council House Museum airports around the world. company provides sheet steel $2.4 billion in Oklahoma in TISHOMINGO, Okla. - The includes artifacts tracing the InnovationOne received the and structural steel fabrica- 2011. The tribe is the seventh- Council House Museum is of- history and culture of the “Supplier Excellence Award” tion, as well as precision ma- largest employer in Oklahoma, fering a pinch pot making class Chickasaw people, contempo- from Siemens Airport Logis- chining for the federal govern- with nearly 12,000 employees. from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, rary Chickasaw artworks, a tics, recognizing the business’ ment, oil companies and the A democratic republic with ex- April 20. gift shop and more. The Coun- commitment to quality and private sector. It is located in ecutive, legislative and judicial The class is limited to 12 cil House Museum is located at customer service. Marietta, Okla., and ships built- departments, the tribe’s juris- adults and participants are 209 North Fisher. The company was also to-order products worldwide. dictional territory includes all encouraged to call ahead and For more information or to awarded the “Minority Manu- The Chickasaw Nation, with or part of 13 counties in south pre-register. pre-register, call (580) 371-3351. facturer of the Year” award by more than 50,000 citizens, is central Oklahoma. The Council House Museum CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs.

The Chickasaw Times is published by the Chickasaw Times, 230 E. 12th Street, The Chickasaw Times is mailed free to Chickasaw registered voters, govern- Bill Anoatubby Jeferson Keel ment and educational oices and upon request to other Indian citizens. Ada, OK 74820, P.O. Box 1548, Ada, OK 74821 monthly with two special Governor Lt. Governor Reprint permission is granted with credit to The Chickasaw Times unless other issues published one in June and one in September. copyrights are shown. Subscriptions are free. Editorial statements of the Chickasaw Times, guest columns and readers’ letters relect the opinions of the writer and not necessarily those of the Send mail to: Tom Bolitho Vicky Gold Tony Choate Chickasaw Times, its sta or the tribal administration of the Chickasaw Na- Editor Media Relations Manager Media Relations Director tion. P.O. Box 1548, Ada, OK 74821 Nicole Walls Josh Rogers Dana Lance All editorials and letters will become the property of the Chickasaw Times. Chickasaw Times: (580) 332-2977; Fax: (580) 332-3949 Communications Oicer Communications Oicer Media Relations Supervisor Editorials must be signed by the author and include the author’s address. e-mail: [email protected] Deadline for submission is the 22nd of each month prior to publication. KC Cole Miranda Elliott Amber Carey Chickasaw Headquarters: (580) 436-2603 Communications Oicer Communications Oicer Communications Oicer Submissions can be mailed, faxed, hand-delivered or e-mailed. April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 3 Chickasaw youth - make plans now for an exciting summer! Okay kids. This message is just for you. culture, visual arts I know there are lots of you who love football. Your You know that summer is just around the corner. and more. This is a ter- tribe offers one of the premiere youth football camps What are your plans? It’s great to be out of school for rific camp that will re- in the country! Champions Football Camp offers almost three months, but of course there are always ally help you show off coaching by veteran coach Ken Heupel and his son, parents and grandparents who are after you to “do your artistic side! OU All-American Josh Heupel. These super coaches something!” Maybe you like air- are joined by other seasoned veterans to help you get And what will you do? Have you ever considered planes and flying. In a great headstart on football season. You will receive getting a little more engaged with your tribe, having that case, sign up for tips on how to be the very best player you can be. some fun and making new friends – all at the same Chickasaw Nation With “March Madness” in the air, everyone is crazy time? Space and Aviation about basketball! The youth basketball clinics are It’s all waiting right here for you! Camp. You will enjoy hosted at Oklahoma City University and Chickasaw The Chickasaw Nation is very interested in you and flight simulators, plus boys and girls get great coaching from high school wants to make this summer the best summer you actual airplane flights. and college stars. Take your game up a notch! have ever experienced! And it’s as easy as 1-2-3. You will learn about Have you ever wanted to become really great with You are blessed in many ways to be Chickasaw. GOV. BILL flight and how aircraft the bow? You can honor your Chickasaw heritage Some of the neatest things available to you are the really work. This is a while becoming comfortable with the modern com- summer youth camps your tribe prepares for you ANOATUBBY great camp if you are pound bow. You can do it all – and more – at Tanum- each summer. ready to soar! po Hosa Apisa. Certified instructors and nationally- What are you interested in? Do you like art? How How about a few trained coaches show you how to become an accom- about basketball, camping, shooting –even flying in rounds of golf? Golf plished archer. small aircraft? It’s all open to you right now! Governor, is a great game, and And there is so much more available to you this The Chickasaw Nation hosts many summer camps the Chickasaw one you can play your summer. All your summer camp choices are detailed tailored especially to your interests. You will find entire life. You will inside this edition of the Chickasaw Times. there are lots of choices to inspire you. Nation have excellent instruc- Let’s make an agreement that this summer will be The Chickasaw Summer Arts Academy is a very spe- tors and will learn the your greatest summer ever! It’s all possible. All we cial two-week residential camp. You will be involved great joy that comes when you hit a terrific golf shot. need is – YOU! with other kids your age who enjoy theatre, music, Fore!

Lighthorse establishes crime tip line for reports within the Chickasaw Nation

The Chickasaw Nation Ligh- dows or other unsecure areas, thorse Police Department a call is warranted. Unusual maintains and monitors its loud bangs or glass breaking anonymous tip hotline for the should be noted. Strangers go- 13-county area that makes up ing into a neighbor’s yard, loi- the Chickasaw Nation. The tering on private property or number is (866) 928-7384, seemingly having no purpose Available 24 hours a day, in the neighborhood should community members are en- be checked, especially around couraged to call and leave schools, churches and public information concerning any parks. crime, accident or suspicious Other activities that raise activities. An online tip form concerns are repair operations is also available at chickasaw. at non-business locations and net/related_pages/index_5577. up interviews and additional vide information that is precise cause for concern. Vehicles be- continuous traffic that comes htm. In case of emergency or a information, if needed. and comprehensive. ing loaded with items from a and goes to the same resi- crime in progress, call 911. “Information from the ho- Ask yourself what you would closed business or unattended dence, usually not staying for The hotlines are monitored tline is disseminated to the want to know about an event. home should be reported. Peo- extended periods of time. Un- daily by Lighthorse officers District 22 Multi-Jurisdictional Reports should include infor- ple attempting to forcibly enter usual smells from a location, and information received is Task Force located at Light- mation regarding when and vehicles or “repair” them, es- both chemical and organic in passed to investigators, patrol horse headquarters,” Capt. where an event or events hap- pecially at night or in a public nature, could be cause for con- officers or other authorities. Cash said. “The task force is pen. Descriptions of those in- parking lot, is also alarming. cern. “Our hotline is anonymous comprised of agents and in- volved should include sex, ap- When home owners or busi- CONTRIBUTED BY KC Cole, Public Aairs. and confidential,” said Light- vestigators from Ada Police proximate age and weight, hair ness owners are away, and horse Capt. Steve Cash. “The Department, Pontotoc County and eye color and any unusual neighbors notice broken win- tip line is answered Monday Sheriff’s Department, Okla- identifying features such as through Friday, 8 a.m. until 5 homa Bureau of Narcotics, Dis- tattoos or scars. Automobile Chilocco Class of 1963 Reunion set for May 31 p.m., by a Lighthorse analyst. trict 22 Drug Task Force and descriptions should include Information received after Oklahoma State Bureau of In- type, make, model, year, color The Chilocco Indian School three class members: Carol Sue hours or on the weekend is re- vestigation.” and any other individual fea- Class of 1963 will be celebrat- Stout, Ronald Biggs and Thom- ing its 50th high school re- as Cooper. corded.” tures it may have. union May 31 and June 1 on For more information contact All calls and internet tips Recognizing suspicious Suspicious activities most the Chilocco campus. Ida Jane (McCoy) Johnson, 601 are anonymous to protect the often include vehicles, prop- The reunion will feature re- Rolling Hills Dr., Tahlequah, caller’s identity. However, it is activity erty and people. Abandoned ceptions, dinners, a fun day, OK 74464, (918) 284-1703; or recommend callers identify When calling or reporting vehicles or those not recogniz- a powwow, business meeting, Betty J. (Tanner) Belt, 1005 themselves and leave a contact online to the Lighthorse Tip able or moved from a location banquet and dance. S. State Ave., Tahlequah, OK information to allow for follow- Hotline, it is important to pro- for a long period of time, is a The class is seeking to locate 74464, (918) 859-0664. 4 CHICKASAW TIMES news from your legislators April 2013 ‘Tornado Alley’ citizen? Access Chickasaw kids hit the mark at Spring ushers in excitement our storm shelter program! Oklahoma spring stock shows across the Chickasaw Nation!

ello Everyone, o most people springtime means warmer ello Everyone, temperatures and blooming flowers. But if Spring is here and along with it you are an Ag student springtime means The other day I went to the ground comes spring-like weather. Living in stock shows and premium sales! The Bryan breaking for an addition to Innova- what is referred to as “Tornado Alley” County Premium Sale was last month at tionOne, a subsidiary of Chickasaw makes each of us aware of the dangers theT Durant Fairgrounds and I am proud to announce Industries. InnovationOne is located weH could face when the sky turns dark and ominous. that one of our Chickasaw Citizens came away with the in HMarietta, Love County, where I live and is a source The storm shelter program is Reserve Grand Champion Doe of great pride to this communi- Goat! Jaycee Watkins has been a great service to the Chickasaw ty. It also is a source of pride to involved in showing for about Citizen living in bounds. The ten years. She attends Calera the Chickasaw Nation because service provides a ready made Schools, is in fifth grade, and on of, among other things, its storm shelter per household if the Governor’s Honor Roll. When spirit of survival, of not accept- the citizen qualifies. This serves not showing goats, she enjoys ing defeat. It is the Unconquer- a 12-county area including a riding horses or playing basket- able factory! portion of Bryan County, Carter, ball. In addition to her win at Against great odds it has not this year’s show, Jaxon, Jaycee’s Garvin, Grady, Jefferson, John- younger brother, won the Junior only survived but has pros- ston, Love, McClain, Marshall, Showmanship Class! Their par- pered and grown - and now is Murray, Pontotoc and Stephens ents are Jason and Jodi Watkins growing more. InnovationOne CONNIE counties. An application must BETH and grandparents Kenny and LINDA is the number one supplier of be filled out by the citizen and Debbie Cundiff of Allen, Okla- airport baggage conveyers. So BARKER accompany certain legal docu- ALEXANDER homa. BRIGGS when you travel you may (and I had the pleasure of meeting ments to the tribal Housing Di- probably will) be seeing your another Chickasaw participant, vision. For more information, Jessica Whitley. She and her goat, Chickasaw tribal business in Chickasaw you may call (580) 421-8800 or Chickasaw Striker, won a first in class and Chickasaw action! Tribal read the requirements on line. were chosen to be fifth in the Life is exciting in the Chicka- The Chickasaw Nation Tribal Tribal premium sale order. This is her Tribal saw Nation. Lots going on! Legislature Legislators recently attended Legislature first year to participate in rais- Legislature The Artesian Hotel is nearing our first Legislative Retreat in ing/showing an animal. Jessica completion. Reservations are has been diagnosed with Oklahoma City. During our Asperger Syndrome. She being accepted for the summer two-day session, which was facilitated by Dr. Karen stepped out of her comfort so you might want to think of a visit there at Festi- Goodnight and Dr. Scout Lee, the Legislators devel- zone to try something val time, if not before. Also making great progress oped a Mission Statement, worked together on team new and different. Win- are the towers of WinStar. Those will also be great building activities and set our goals and directions ning first place was very luxury hotels to consider for a visit. The additional for the future. rewarding for such a risk ramp on Interstate 35 in the WinStar area is under taker! She is a sophomore Identifying the strengths and weaknesses of each construction and when completed will greatly help at Colbert High School, Legislator allowed us to move in a more uniform, co- loves to read and is on the to ease the traffic situation in that area. hesive manner, while respecting the individual per- Governor’s Honor Roll. It is hard to think about things going on, or sonalities and opinions of each other. We had time Her younger sister, Baylee, activity, without automatically thinking about our of fellowship and prayer, sharpened our leadership also enjoys participating Chickasaw Cultural Center located at Sulphur. They skills, and realized that all of us had the same com- in the show ring with her do a great presenting entertaining and educational mon goal of representing our citizens to the best of Cross and Hamp hogs. activities for all ages. Currently they are presenting Gene and Leiann Whitley our ability and providing a great future for all of are proud of their daugh- a Three Sisters Spring Celebration, which is certain Jaycee Watkins, of Calera, Okla., and those to come. ters and their accom- to be a big hit. If you haven’t been by lately, Go! It makes me very proud to be chosen to represent her Reserve Grand Champion Doe Goat plishments. Jessica and A nice surprise recently. I was visiting on the the Pickens District and every Chickasaw citizen and of the Bryan Co. Show, with Jaycee’s Baylee’s grandparents phone with a citizen in California who had called for grandfather Kenny Cundiff, of Allen, to be a member as well of one of the best tribes in are Malinda Whitley, and information and she mentioned that she had been Okla., and Legislator Beth Alexander. America. Gene and Margie Thomp- a relative of Mrs. Juania Tate. I was also a relative son of Denison, Texas. God bless you, of Mrs. Tate’s so I asked her how she was related. Once again the Panola Connie Barker District Seniors have made Her grandfather and Mrs. Tate were first cousins. Pickens District, seat 2 the news! Sam Tillery and My grandmother and Mrs. Tate were first cousins. I Carol Dodson represented checked her grandfather’s name and happily dis- our District well at the covered that her grandfather and my grandmother annual Senior Wii Bowling were brother and sister. We had a really nice visit! Tournament. They both Great progress and great blessings are our! Take placed second in each of their divisions. Winners care. from each of the Senior Linda Briggs From left, Legislator Beth Alexander, Centers met for the final agriculture teacher Jacob Lundry, Championship competi- Jessica Whitley, of Colbert, Okla., with tion in Ada. The Division on Aging sponsored the Chickasaw Citizen her first place goat, and assistant agriculture teacher, Rickie Reece. event. Do not withhold good from those to Citizens At-Large Count of Voters by District whom it is due…… Proverbs 3:27 Panola 1,941 Pontotoc 12,931 Beth Help Number Pickens 8,068 Tishomingo 5,634 PO Box 246 Achille, OK 74720 For information on services or 28,574 Bethalexander22@ help with questions, call toll-free Panola District Sam Tillery and Carol Dodson hotmail.com Wii Bowling Winners for the Center and second www.chickasaw- 1-866-466-1481. place winners at the Championship Wii Bowing beth.com Tournament conducted in Ada. (580) 283-3409 April 2013 news from your legislators CHICKASAW TIMES 5 ‘Little yellow dish’ a We can take pride in our Riversport program offers connection to our history title of ‘Education Nation’ exciting time for our kids! ello Everybody, hukma! hukma, Chinchukma, Hello, How are Last month’s article about the Stone- wall United Methodist Church generated Greetings from the Tishomingo you? numerous interesting phone calls and District! Spring is here, and it’s time to start conversations. I hope you and your family had a thinking about the many summer HMany stories have been shared with me about the wonderful Easter holiday. camps, clinics, and academies pro- church. One common thread all the stories have was AsC the weather warms and the academic year videdC for our children by the Chickasaw Nation. about the snowflake window panes in the church. These comes to a close, it is a good Many camps and academies were unique, handmade glass time to reflect on the great have application deadlines ap- panes that had waves and small, strides the Chickasaw Nation proaching soon, with many in bubble-like imperfections that has made to help all Chicka- April and May. Be sure to visit looked like snowflakes. The ori- saws obtain a quality educa- the Chickasaw Nation website, gins of the snowflake panes are unknown, but they were in the tion. www.chickasaw.net, for more original church at old Stonewall, Education is a top priority for information about summer then moved to the church built the Chickasaw Nation because camps. We have camps for just in “new” Stonewall and were education is critical to pre- about every interest and every finally placed in the present serve our culture and ensure age, from early elementary Methodist Church that was com- pleted in 1920. the continued success of the to college, and all camps are KATIE Judy Fisher told me about TIM Chickasaw Nation. NANCY free for Chickasaw children. helping her Grandmother Bour- From clothing scholarships, One of our newest sports for CASE land, who she called “Nanny,” COLBERT textbook grants and numer- ELLIOTT children in grades 2 through 8 clean a small, saucer-like dish ous academic scholarships, the is the Riversport canoeing and that was yellow in color. If you will remember from last month’s Chickasaw Nation is truly an kayaking. The Riversport Ju- Chickasaw article, Judy’s Grandma Bour- Chickasaw “Education Nation” by provid- Chickasaw nior Canoe/Kayak Team is cur- Tribal land was the woman whose cot- ing many avenues for our Tribal rently accepting new paddlers ton field sprouted overnight with Tribal citizens to pursue educational for the spring paddling season the tents of “new” Stonewall. opportunities. and will be holding free Satur- Legislature The little yellow dish was Legislature Legislature thick and crudely made, but it Last year, the Chickasaw Na- day “Open Houses” throughout occupied a special place in her tion awarded about $16 million March and April in the Oklaho- Nanny’s china cabinet. The china cabinet held many in grants, scholarships, awards and other educa- ma River Boathouse District at the Devon Boathouse pieces of pretty glassware. Each was a colorful, special tional assistance to Chickasaw students in all areas in Oklahoma City. The “Open Houses” will be Satur- gift from her grandfather to her nanny made all the of the country. day, April 6 and April 27 at 10 a.m. Parents can meet more special because of the effort her grandfather made to acquire them. Some were bough when he sold Many Chickasaw students living outside the the coaches while their children are trying out the cattle and others were gifts on special occasions. All boundaries benefit from these programs including kayaks. For more information, contact Head Coach were colorful and beautiful. None, however, were more clothing scholarships for students from preschool to Aasim Saleh at [email protected] or visit treasured than the crudely made little yellow dish. college, college preparatory testing, career technolo- www.riversportokc.org and look for the “Lessons, One day as she helped her Nanny dust the pretty gy scholarships, adult learning program, license and Camps & Clinics” link to register online. You can glassware, her Nanny told her the little yellow dish had been brought up the river during the journey to Indian certification program, the internship program and also call (405) 552-4040 for more information. This Territory by Nanny’s grandmother. laptop scholarships for higher education students, is a fabulous opportunity for students interested in To be clear, Nanny’s grandmother brought the little among others. learning to canoe or who just like spending time on yellow dish to Indian Territory from the Chickasaw More than 40 students who live out of the Chicka- the water. They will train alongside young people Homelands during the removal of the 1830s. The little saw Nation boundaries have also benefited from training for Olympic teams. Who knows? Maybe yellow dish is still in Judy’s family today. To me, the little yellow dish is like the Chickasaw tutoring reimbursement so far this fiscal year. someday we’ll have a Chickasaw rowing team in the Nation. It has survived because people cared for it. It is We are also proud of the Chickasaw Honor Club Olympics! Don’t let your children miss out on the a piece of our past around which our history can be re- members. More than 1,500 hard-working students many opportunities available to them. Hope you are told and preserved. Kay Henry and the Stonewall Area in 2nd - 12th grade were awarded for Outstanding able to get out and enjoy the great spring weather! I Historical Society are working to care for and preserve Achievement, Honor Roll, or Perfect Attendance in will pray for lots of good spring rains with very few the Stonewall United Methodist Church. Like the little yellow dish, it is a tangible part of our past around February 2013. storms. Please let me know if I can help you in any which part of our history can be told. We have made tremendous progress in the past way. The Stonewall folks are moving ahead in their efforts few decades, which gives us the ability to invest in Chipisala’ cho anowa, Until I see you again, to save the church building from the wrecking ball. our greatest resource, our youth - the future of our Nancy Other community leaders are offering financial assis- tribe. (580)-- 399-4374 tance. Hopeful- ly with all of Let’s continue the progress of being an “Education Nancy.Elliott@ Chickasaw.net us working Nation.” together, we I thank you for allowing me to serve as your repre- can preserve sentative on the Chickasaw legislature. Alexander Family Reunion some of the Please feel free to contact me with any questions The Alexander Family reunion is set for 10 a.m., history of the Chickasaw or concerns. April 6, 2013 at the Chickasaw Community Center, families in Thank you, 700 N. Mississippi, Ada, Okla. that area. Tim Colbert For more information call (580) 332-5304. Preserving [email protected] any Chicka- (580) 421-7242 saw history enriches all Health question call-in for At-Large citizens Chickasaws. Elder case manager ready to help you Respect- Are you a Chickasaw citizen living outside the fully, Are you a Chickasaw Elder age 60 or older? Do tribal boundaries? Would you like more informa- Katie you live within the tribal boundaries? tion on Chickasaw Nation Health programs and If so, call Stefanie Luna, Elder Case Manager at services available to you? 800-851-9136 ext. 80110 for personalized assis- If so, call Amy Wampler, Services At-Large Case tance navigating the Health System. Manager, at 800-851-9136 ext. 61097. 6 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 A great visit to the St. Louis New Chickasaw Health Chickasaw elders go to state Chickasaw Community Council programs now available capitol for legislative update ello and greetings from Legislator Mary reetings from the Pickens District! 2013 Jo Green, Seat 5, Pontotoc District. March has already proved to be a busy few was a busy month and Spring came months for the tribe with several ribbon early, unless we have an Easter cold snap cuttings and a groundbreaking. These which is predicted. new ventures are evidence that we have a GovernorG who is looking out for our best interests and H We attended the ribbon cutting at a new facility in Pauls Valley. The Aalhakoffichi diversifying our businesses. With the current state of transitional living center for the Federal Government and the adolescent children is operated uncertainty of federal fund- by the Chickasaw Division of ing for Native tribes across the country, the Chickasaw Nation Youth and Family Services and has positioned itself to be self- is the first of its kind in all of sufficient. For that we should Indian country. We also attended all be grateful. An area in which a ground-breaking in Marietta we continue to expand services for InnovationOne, LLC, a new is our Division of Health. As the business of Chickasaw Nation In- chair of the Healthcare Commit- Chickasaw elders take part in Senior Day at the Capitol Feb. 25. From left are dustries, our tribal corporation. tee I am pleased to report the Pat Howard, Jo Ann Darter, Melvin Stoner and Kathleen Stoner. We Legislators held a two- following updates from the Divi- day strategic planning retreat sion of Health. OKLAHOMA CITY – Four Chickasaw elders joined MARY JO in Oklahoma City and created a SHANA The Division of Health is more than 300 Oklahoma seniors at the State Capitol new mission statement for the working diligently to improve Monday, Feb. 25 to learn about legislation that affects GREEN Legislative Department. We left HAMMOND services to citizens in the com- the state’s senior population. the retreat with renewed energy munities in which they reside. Seniors were given the opportunity to listen to and and dedication to provide more The Retina Clinic associated communicate with state legislators and representa- with Dean McGee Eye Institute in Chickasaw and better services for Chicka- Chickasaw tives from non-profit organizations who work on saw people wherever they may Oklahoma City has recently been senior-related issues. Tribal be. Tribal expanded. Dr. Stephen Fransen We also attended community provides management of dia- “This was a great opportunity for our elders to meet Legislature council meetings in OKC, New- Legislature betic retinopathy and macular with seniors from across the state,” Dena Bridgeman, castle, Connerville and St. Louis, degeneration, two of the leading site manager for the Chickasaw Nation Duncan Senior Missouri. We always enjoy meet- causes of blindness in the United Center, said. “They were able to learn first-hand and States. This clinic provides metropolitan standards of ing and speaking with our Chickasaw citizens. This hear information related to issues important to them.” care. It was established in 1998 and provides care two was my first trip to the St. Louis Community Council. days a week at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center. Speakers during the program included Chickasaw The meeting was attended by more than 26 wonderful Beginning in April, we are proud to announce it will citizen and Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Repre- people who appeared to be delighted to hear the Legis- be available one day a week at the Ardmore clinic. sentatives T.W. Shannon, Sen. Frank Simpson, Rep. Da- lators and learn some of our language. Many are inter- This service with the Chickasaw Nation was the first vid Dank, Oklahoma DHS Director Ed Lake and Lance ested in acquiring books and CDs on our language. among the tribes in Oklahoma to provide this care in Robertson, Oklahoma DHS Aging Services Division We went by the Artesian Hotel in Sulphur and saw our setting. The result of the program is the prevention Director. that it is almost finished. There should be a ribbon cut- of blindness and restoration of site for the citizens we Seniors received packets of information which in- ting there soon. serve. I wish to introduce you to a newcomer to Ada, 90 Cardiac Computed Tomography Angiography is now cluded a list of all bills of interest to Oklahoma se- year old Dixon Gorrell. Dixon is from Sulphur and has available at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center. This niors, many of which deal with health care. lost his eyesight and is no longer able to live on his test is available for patients that meet specific criteria According to the 2010 U.S. Census, more than own. He has relocated to the Sterling House assisted and is approved through the Medisaw program. This 711,000 of the state’s 3.4 million residents are 60 living center. is a non-invasive visualization of the coronary arteries years of age or older. Dixon was born to Sina Nail, roll # 2665 and Dot that allows low to moderate risk patients to receive an For more information about Chickasaw Nation ag- Gorrell. He married Shug Thompson and had four boys imaging of the heart and associated vessels. If there ing services, contact Chickasaw Nation Aging at (580) are findings on the scan the patient can be referred and four girls. His wife and a son are deceased. He 795-9790 or visit www.chickasaw.net. Visit www.okse- through the Medisaw program for further evaluation. also has numerous grandchildren and great-grandchil- niorday.com for more information about Senior Day dren. Dixon served in the U.S. Marines from 1942 - 45. Nutrition counseling with a registered dietician is at the Capitol. For 39 years, Dixon ran his own drywall company. now available at the Ardmore Clinic. The Division of His son took over the business and has been busy Health is working to coordinate services and availabil- CONTRIBUTED BY Kyle Wittman, Public Aairs ity to the Tishomingo clinic, possibly through tele- hanging drywall in the new Artesian Hotel. Dixon is nutrition. always smiling and usually listens to music, mostly Services recently added to the Tishomingo clinic Gospel. However, he rises at 6 a.m. every morning included audiology services and Oklahoma Optical. It to listen to his favorite disc jockey Rich Kaye on our is now open at the clinic so our citizens may redeem Chickasaw station KYKC. Dixon is a proud, hard work- their bi-annual eye glass voucher locally without travel- ing Chickasaw! ing to Ada or Ardmore. This month on CNTV I would love to hear from you. My email address is The Chickasha house, a hospitality house on the [email protected] and my address and tele- campus of the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center, is CNTV covers the recent Youth Arts Month Cele- phone number are listed elsewhere in this and every nearing completion. It will accommodate our families bration Day in Ada. Youth Arts Month is an annual issue of the Chickasaw Times and on the Chickasaw that have traveled a long distance to support their observance emphasizing the value of art educa- Nation web site. Until next time, I wish God’s blessings loved ones while they are in the hospital. tion for all children while encouraging support on all of our people. Thank you. The Purcell clinic has expanded pharmacy automa- tion by implementing robotic equipment to assist the for quality school art programs. pharmacists in filling prescriptions. This will allow the CNTV interviews Robin Ray, a student at the pharmacists to fill prescriptions in a more timely and University of Oklahoma and a champion long dis- efficient manner. tance runner. As you can see, we are putting great time and energy We’ll provide a preview of the most recent in- into ensuring our health care services are top notch for ductees to the Chickasaw Nation Hall of Fame. our citizens and the other tribes we serve. ….and much more! New episodes are available Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my praise. ~Jeremiah 17:14 on the first and fifteenth of each month. Shana Tate Hammond Visit www.chickasaw.tv and click on the News Pickens District, Seat 4 channel to watch CNTV. (580) 235-1438 Mary Jo Green and Chickasaw elder Dixon Gorrell. [email protected] April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 7 Rep. Cole a key leader Signing of Violence Against Women Act a victory for Indian women, tribes Prior to the March 7 signing, resources. of Tom Cole, have fought long when tribal law enforcement Finding allies in both House and hard for this critically im- agencies received information and Senate, Rep. Cole began portant piece of federal legisla- regarding attacks on Indian building support across a wide tion.” women by non-Indian men in geographic and philosophi- For all Indian people, the re- Indian country, those agencies cal landscape. Members from authorization of the Violence referred the cases to federal across the country came on Against Women Act sends a U.S. Attorneys’ offices. Because board and, as Rep. Cole said, clear message of compassion of funding and prioritization “did the right thing.” for Indian women, and a com- issues, Rep. Cole said, those In February, the Senate mitment to tribal sovereignty. cases were routinely ignored. passed an extension of the Vio- “Sovereignty is the answer,” “The U.S. AGs just couldn’t lence Against Women Act by a Rep. Cole said. “The tribes have keep up,” Rep. Cole said. “The vote of 78-22. In the House, the a keen interest in protecting whole thing was not working.” vote was 286-138 favoring the their own citizens, and their The key was to establish im- extension. citizens will receive better jus- mediate authority for tribal law “This bill is a tremendous tice in the long run with this U.S. Rep. Tom Cole, a Chickasaw, is joined by Indian women from across the country for President enforcement when Indian and victory for each and every In- bill. So many Indian women Obama’s signing of the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization. Rep. Cole was a co-sponsor non-Indian spouses or partners dian woman in this country, have been passionate about of the bill and a key House member in rallying support for the bill. The Act was signed by the were involved. That essential as well as for the tribes them- this issue. It is a credit to them President March 7 at the U.S. Department of Interior. requirement, Rep. Cole said, selves,” Gov. Bill Anoatubby and their incredibly hard work brought about roadblocks. said. “Many, many Indian that this bill has been signed.” The Indian women of the U.S. co-sponsor of the bill. Members of his own party in women, with the assistance CONTRIBUTED BY Times editor Tom Bolitho won a huge victory March 7 “This victory is built on the the House were uncomfortable when President Barack Obama goodwill the tribes have gar- with the bill in large part be- signed the bill reauthorizing nered over the years,” Rep. Cole cause they saw it as an unex- About the Violence Against Women Act the Violence Against Women said. “And, we had an extreme- pansion of tribal sovereignty. The Violence Against Women agencies in cases of non-Indian Act. ly compelling case to make.” Those members wanted tribal Act was originally enacted in violence against Indian women The bill was signed by the Indian women had been suf- authorities to receive authori- 1994. The Act provided $1.6 in Indian country. President at the U.S. Depart- fering domestic abuse, sexual zations from the U.S. Depart- billion for investigating and U.S. Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.) ment of Interior with a score abuse and other assaults be- ment of Justice before acting. prosecuting violent crimes led the effort to convince con- of Indian women there in sup- cause the original Violence “That simply was not going against women. servative House Republicans to port. Also invited to the sign- Against Women Act, passed in to work,” Rep. Cole said. “We The Act was reauthorized in support the Senate language, ing was the key Indian Con- 1994, did not allow tribal law had to make sure we allowed 2000 and again in 2005. including the granting of en- gressman who was the driving enforcement to intervene in the local authorities to have The U.S. Senate voted in 2012 forcement powers to tribes in force behind the new “teeth” in Indian country cases in which control.” to once again reauthorize the cases of non-Indian violence the bill – U.S. Rep. Tom Cole, a one spouse or partner was non- A consensus was built, he Act but the U.S. House passed against Indian women. Chickasaw. Indian. This situation led to a said, by explaining the funda- its own measure with language Reauthorization of the Act Rep. Cole, a Republican who feeling of helplessness – by mentals of the issue to Con- that deleted several provisions, was signed by President Obama represents Oklahoma’s Fourth tribal authorities and Indian gressmen and proving how including one that granted en- on March 7, 2013 at the U.S. De- Congressional District, was a women. this bill was an effective use of forcement authority to tribal partment of Interior.

Chickasaw Foundation Annual T-Ball Military care packages Tournament set for April 26-27 in Ada The Chickasaw Nation distributes military care pack- ages to individuals stationed away from their permanent residences. The military care package distribution list is made up of Chickasaws, spouses of Chickasaws, Chickasaw Na- tion employees, spouses of employees and children of employees on active duty and stationed away from their permanent residences. If you know men or women who fit the criteria and would like to add them to the military care package list, please contact Ms. Randi Payne at (580) 310-6451 or ran- [email protected]. Thank you for your assistance and for supporting our troops!

The 5th annual t-ball tournament will be April 26- 27, 2013 at the Kiwanis Baseball Park in Ada. This will be a double-elimination tournament and only the first 10 teams will be accepted. Entry fee is $75 before April 1 and $100 afterwards. The age cut-off date is January 1. Players must be 6 years old on or before December 31 to play. Visit www.chickasawfoundation.org for updates. Chickasaw Citizen Chickasaw Citizen 8 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Kemp, E. Thompson, Baker, T. Thompson, Pikey Five to be inducted into Chickasaw Nation Hall of Fame

Betty Ruth Kemp U.S. Army Col. Eugene “Gene” Thompson, Ret. Colbert Latimer Baker, Jr. Thomas Benjamin Thompson, Sr. Benson Pikey NORMAN, Okla. - A protec- 1930 near Tishomingo, Okla., of the Lee Country Library Florida State University in 1965. He developed the first program tor of tribal archives, a gen- to Raymond Herrell Kemp and when a Chickasaw collection Miss Kemp has lived in Nor- used by the Department of De- erous philanthropist, a deco- Mamie Melvina Hughes. Her pa- was established for the Helen man, Okla., since 1993 and par- fense to protect its worldwide rated military hero, an early ternal grandparents were Joel Foster Local History Room. She ticipates in many Chickasaw food and clothing stockpiles. tribal official and a progressive Carr Kemp and Elizabeth Mi- retired from the directorship activities and has taught many Following his Army retire- Chickasaw rancher and politi- nerva Perry, and her maternal in March 1992. cultural craft classes. ment, Mr. Thompson conduct- cian comprise the 2013 class grandparents were Austin Brit- During the 1970s Miss Kemp Eugene Thompson ed field studies for the Texas of the Chickasaw Nation Hall tie Hughes and Mamie Cravatt. spoke often on Chickasaw Retired U.S. Army Col. Eu- Department of Health. of Fame. Her great-grandmother was history and Native American gene “Gene” Thompson has Col. Thompson is active in Hall of Fame ceremonies will Mariah Colbert. genealogical research to orga- dedicated his life to serving the Austin, Texas area as a take place at 6:30 p.m., Tues- Miss Kemp began her ca- nizations in the Tupelo area. and protecting the United Chickasaw Nation ambassa- day, May 7 at Riverwind Show- reer in 1952 as an extra loan Her research and her efforts to States and the Chickasaw Na- dor and an advocate for Native place Theater in Norman. librarian with the University of promote the Chickasaw origins tion. American culture and history. Established in 1987, the Texas Library. She later worked in northeast Mississippi culmi- Col. Thompson was born He speaks at civic organiza- Chickasaw Nation Hall of Fame as the librarian at Dallas Public nated in an official invitation in 1937 in Oklahoma City to tions, seminaries and schools honors Chickasaws who have Library and lead manager for from Pontotoc County, Missis- Thomas and Thelma Thomp- throughout Texas and Okla- made significant contributions two new branches from 1956 to sippi to then-Chickasaw Nation son. He is the grandson of the homa about Chickasaw beliefs to Chickasaw people or the Na- 1964. After receiving her mas- Governor Overton James to cel- late Thomas Benjamin Thom- and practices. tive American community. ter’s degree, she was appointed ebrate with anniversary of the son, Sr., also a 2013 Hall of He was selected to partici- The 2013 Chickasaw Hall Director of Cherokee Regional singing of The Treaty of Ponto- Fame inductee. His aunt is the pate in the “I Am Very Proud To of Fame inductees are Betty Library, a three-county region- toc. She also co-wrote a grant late Te Ata Thompson Fisher, a Be Chickasaw” commissioned Kemp, of Norman; Colbert al library with headquarters to fund archaeology research 1990 Hall of Fame inductee. painting project completed by “Bud” Baker, of Marco Island, in Lafayette, Walker County, into Chickasaw habitation in Col. Thompson joined the Chickasaw artist Mike Larsen. Fla.; Eugene Thompson, of Aus- Georgia. the region. Oklahoma National Guard at The subsequent artwork tin, Texas; Thomas Thompson; She led a successful cam- Miss Kemp has served on the age of 16 and retired in and biographical sketch of his and Benson Pikey. paign for passage of a bond is- various boards and has been 1983. He was awarded the De- life were featured in the book Mr. Thompson and Mr. Pikey sue to construct a new 18,000 involved with many organiza- fense Superior Service Medal, “Proud to Be Chickasaw,” pub- will be inducted posthumously. square- foot headquarters li- tions including: Purcell Com- presented to senior officers lished in 2010. Governor Bill Anoatubby will brary. munity Council, Secretary of who perform “superior meri- Col. Thompson is an active participate in the 2013 induc- Motivated by a drive to ap- Oklahoma City Senior Group, torious service in a position of member of the Chickasaw tion ceremonies. preciate her Chickasaw heri- President of the American In- significant responsibility.” Community Council of Central “It is our privilege to honor tage and encouraged by library dian Cultural Society – 2001, While in service, Col. Thomp- Texas and resides in Austin these individuals who have users and local history buffs, League of Women Voters, son obtained both bachelor’s with his wife, Vicky. He owns made significant contributions Miss Kemp organized the American Association of Uni- and master’s degrees from and operates a private consult- to the Chickasaw Nation and Walker County Historical and versity Women – John J. Hart Oklahoma State University. ing firm, Nashoba Pest Manage- the larger community,” Gov. Genealogical Society during Chapter, United Daughters He was one of 13 students ment Consulting Service. Anoatubby said. “Their com- this time. of the Confederacy – Hugh to be chosen by the U.S. De- Colbert Latimer Baker, Jr. mitment to protecting tribal In 1974, she was appointed Quinn Chapter, Daughters of partment of Agriculture to at- Born in 1925 to Colbert Lat- history, promoting education, director of the Lee-Itawamba the American Colonists, and tend its entomology program. imer Baker and Martha Lois and serving others epitomizes Library System, in Tupelo, Mis- Dames of the Court of Honor. With help from the USDA, he Brunt, Colbert Latimer “Bud” the spirit and dedication of the sissippi. During her 18-year She has held many positions later became a faculty member Baker, Jr. has distinguished Chickasaw people.” tenure as director, the library in the American Library Asso- through the University of Ne- himself in his profession, in Betty Ruth Kemp budget increased from $50,000 ciation and remains a member braska Entomology Program. military service and through Betty Ruth Kemp has dedi- to $800,000 and the staff of today. She is a member of Unit- A world leader in the field outstanding contributions to cated her life and career to eight increased to 25. ed Methodist Church. of entomology, Col. Thompson the Chickasaw Nation. protecting and preserving an- The Northeast Mississippi Miss Kemp graduated from served as executive director of A University of Oklahoma cient archives and serving as Historical and Genealogical Norman (OK) High School. She the Armed Forces Pest Manage- graduate, Mr. Baker exempli- a modern day Chickasaw con- Society and the Friends of Lee earned a bachelor’s degree in ment Board. This board recom- fies the Chickasaw entrepre- duit between the Southeastern County were both organized Library Science from the Uni- mends policy, procedure and neurship spirit. Among other homelands and Oklahoma. under her direction. She helped versity of Oklahoma in 1952, offers guidance on all matters Miss Kemp was born May 5, raise funds for the renovation and a master’s degree from related to pest management. SEE HALL OF FAME, PAGE 9 April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 9

CONTINUED HALL OF FAME | FROM PAGE 8 businesses, Mr. Baker founded former Chickasaw Nation Gov- Benson Pikey was known as a bordering the river. Benson Pikey died July 1895 Chickasaw Distributors, Inc., ernor Douglas H. Johnston to man of integrity and embodied During the War Between at his home on the South Ca- in 1979. Officially recognized protect the Chickasaw people what it means to be Chickasaw. the States, Mr. Pikey served nadian about 18 miles east of as an American Indian com- during the years immediately Born in Mississippi about the Confederacy as Captain of Minco. pany, the entity specializes in before and after the Chickasaw 1837, Mr. Pikey came to Indian Company G, Shecoe’s Chicka- Mr. Pikey’s obituary in the tubular goods and drill pipe Nation was “terminated.” Territory during the time of saw Battalion Mounted Volun- Minco Minstrel newspaper distributed exclusively to Shell An original enrollee, Mr. Chickasaw Removal. teers. said, “He served his people well Oil’s Gulf region. Today, the Thompson spent endless hours Active in the Chickasaw After the War he established throughout his long and use- company generates more than helping fellow tribal citizens House of Representatives, Mr. Pikey’s Crossing, one of several ful life. He was an honest man, $200 million in annual sales register with the Dawes Com- Pikey was elected as a repre- important cattle crossings for straight as a line in his dealing and continues to be family op- mission. sentative prior to the War Be- the Chisholm Trail. With the with all men and though a man erated. Born May 20, 1865 in Emet, tween the States and honor- land run and the creation of of strong convictions, he kept Bringing honor to the Chick- Chickasaw Nation, Indian Ter- ably severed as Speaker of the Oklahoma City, Pikey’s Cross- them for his own conduct and asaw people, Mr. Baker served ritory, Mr. Thompson was born House. ing became the main crossing spoke gently of the failings of as a U.S. Navy officer during to Thomas Jefferson Thompson He continued public service point on the South Canadian others.” World War II and the Korean and Millenium “Lena” Bynum. as a representative until circa River between Chickasha and Mr. Pikey is buried at Clop- War. He served aboard the USS As a child he was known as 1890. Oklahoma City until 1932 ton Cemetery, Newcastle, Okla- Los Angeles and USS Toledo. He Loksi Iskunosi, or “Little Terra- Mr. Pikey ran a successful when highway bridges made homa. rose to the rank of ensign and pin.” After a brief stay with his ranch that covered more than the ferry obsolete. CONTRIBUTED BY Dana Lance, Media Relations. was decorated for his wartime maternal grandmother at the 1,000 acres, the largest in the service. age of 10, he attended Burney Silver City area on the south Through generous donations Institute in present day Leba- side of the South Canadian Riv- May 7 to the Chickasaw Foundation, non, Okla. As a teenager, he left er. He raised cattle, hogs and Mr. Baker has helped many Burney Institute to live with his horses. He trained horses and ‘Save the Date’ for Chickasaw Hall of Fame Chickasaw students fulfill aunt Nellie Bynum Johnston traded with the U.S. Cavalry. Hall of Fame inductees will reservations contact Lori Rico their educational dreams and and her husband and future A prominent Chickasaw make a red carpet entrance at at (580) 332-1165 or email Lori. better their lives. In 2000, the Governor of the Chickasaw Na- landowner, Mr. Pikey was 6 p.m., May 7. The banquet will [email protected]. Colbert “Bud” Baker Scholar- tion, Douglas H. Johnston. granted permission by the begin at 6:30 p.m. Induction to the Chickasaw ship was established through Mr. Thompson began his Chickasaw Nation to help There is no charge to attend, Hall of Fame is the highest hon- the Chickasaw Foundation. service with the Chickasaw Na- build a 50-mile fence along but reservations are required or that can be bestowed upon Mr. Baker was honored for tion in 1888. As a clerk of the the South Canadian River. The for the event, which is expected a Chickasaw by the Chickasaw his philanthropy in 2003 and Chickasaw Supreme Court, he fence helped protect Chicka- to accommodate approximately Nation. For more information 2004 when he received the worked closely with his uncle, saw lands during a time of live- 525 guests. about the Chickasaw Hall of “Outstanding Philanthropist” Judge Overton “Sobe” Love, a stock thefts and other criminal Reservations will be accepted Fame, visit www.chickasaw. award presented by the Chicka- fellow Chickasaw Hall of Fame activities throughout the lands beginning April 13. To make net/hof. saw Nation. He is a true Chicka- inductee. saw in spirit and soul. His personal and profession- Mr. Baker is also involved in al career put him in contact the community. He has and with many fellow inductees. continues to offer leadership During the years follow- Summer Arts Academy seeks instructors in several disciplines and guidance to civic and ing his official service to the business organizations. He has Chickasaw Nation, Mr. Thomp- Chickasaw Nation Arts one is a fine arts rotation for box 1548, Ada, OK 74821 served as president of a num- son continued a close relation- and Humanities is accept- younger students who will or fax to (580) 272-5525 by ber of organizations includ- ship with Governor Johnston. ing applications for instruc- gain daily experience in six April 19. The letter of inter- ing: Dallas North Texas Rotary They engaged in several busi- tors and counselors for its art disciplines. Level two is est must include the fol- Club, University of Oklahoma ness partnerships, including annual Chickasaw Summer an intermediate, multidisci- lowing: area of expertise, Alumni Club, and the Car and successful general stores. Arts Academy. plinary design encompass- desired position, a brief Truck Leasing Association of Mr. Thompson’s greatest leg- The Academy is a two- ing arts that relate closely description of training and Texas. He has served as execu- acy to the Chickasaw people week exploration into the to one another. Level three experience, short descrip- tive secretary of the National has been his descendants. He world of fine arts for stu- is offered to older students tion of curriculum contents Truck Leasing System Dal- encouraged his children and dents ages eight-18. The who have been accepted and estimated budget and a las Executive Association, the grandchildren to be proud of 2013 academy, themed into one major discipline of paragraph describing your Sales and Marketing Execu- their Chickasaw heritage and “Spirit of a Nation,” will take study. teaching philosophy. In ad- tives of Dallas and Executive to never forget the traditions place July 15-27, 2013 on the The following positions dition, please submit your International. He currently is of the tribe. He emphasized to campus of East Central Uni- are still open: resume or vita and example a member of numerous clubs, them the importance of giving versity in Ada, Okla. ̋"Rjqvqitcrj{"Kpuvtwevqt of your artwork, film, liter- boards and associations in the back to the tribe and always The disciplines to be ̋"Xkuwcn"ctvu"4/F."5/F"cpf" ary work, musical composi- fields of petroleum, real estate working for the betterment taught include vocal music, photography (combination) tion, general photography and civic duty. of the Chickasaw people. His theatre, theatre technol- instructor for interdisciplin- and/or photographs from Mr. Baker lives in Marco Is- heirs include Chickasaw Hall ogy, dance, creative writ- ary level your stage productions. land, Florida where he enjoys of Fame inductees Te Ata Fish- ing, visual arts in 2-D and ̋"Hgocng"tgukfgpvkcn"jgcf" For more information, tennis, swimming, calisthen- er, daughter; Helen Cole, grand- 3-D, music composition, counselor contact the co-directors ics, music and reading. daughter; Eugene Thompson, photography, textile design, ̋"Hgocng"tgukfgpvkcn"eqwp- of CSAA, Laura Stewart at Thomas Benjamin grandson; and U.S. Congress- cultural arts and video pro- selors Laura.Stewart@Chickasaw. Thompson, Sr. men Tom Cole, great-grandson. duction. There are oppor- Applicants are asked to net or Frieda Clark at Frieda. 1865-1939 Thomas Benjamin Thomp- tunities for instructors to submit a letter of interest [email protected], or by The last elected treasurer of son, Sr. died April 23, 1939 in teach interdisciplinary sec- to CSAA, the Chickasaw Na- phone at (580) 272-5520. the Chickasaw Nation, Thom- Oklahoma City, at age 74. tions. Classes include three tion Division of Arts and as Benjamin Thompson, Sr., is Benson Pikey levels of instruction. Level Humanities, post office best known for working with 1837-1895 10 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Tribe’s Arts & Humanities partners with Arts Alliance to provide essential museum tools (HELP). ties with the tools and strate- and cultural memorabilia. HELP, underwritten by the gies they need to keep their Ms. Kennedy and Ms. Camp- Alliance, provides small to communities alive and vital. I bell also met Chickasaw textile mid-sized, mostly rural muse- think those things are values artist, Margaret Roach Wheeler. ums with the tools and knowl- we share in common with the Ms. Wheeler walked the visitors edge necessary to promote and Chickasaw Nation.” through her workspace, taught increase access to the arts in Chickasaw Nation Arts and them a little about her equip- their communities. Humanities executive officer ment and shared several of her HELP provides governance Lona Barrick welcomed Ms. designs. training, strategic planning Kennedy and Alliance external “Ms. Barrick provided us with and tailored fund raising train- affairs director Karen Camp- a great demonstration of how ing to its participants. An em- bell to the Chickasaw Nation this facility supports the arts phasis is placed on working Arts and Humanities gallery through innovation program- Chickasaw Nation Arts and Humanities welcomed officials from Mid-America Arts Alliance cooperatively with peers to in Ada. ming and outreach,” Ms. Kenne- Tuesday, Feb. 19. Pictured from left are Chickasaw textile artist Margaret Roach Wheeler; Arts achieve goals. Ms. Barrick led the guests on dy remarked, “The community & Humanities executive officer Lona Barrick; Alliance CEO Mary Kennedy and Alliance external “We are excited about our a tour of the Arts and Humani- is lucky to have such a resource affairs director Karen Campbell. Marcy Gray partnership with the Chicka- ties building, highlighting an that includes classrooms, artist ADA, Okla. - Representatives their gratitude for the Chicka- saw Nation,” said Mary Ken- arts and humanities employee studios, creative spaces and a from Mid-America Arts Alli- saw Nation’s contribution to nedy, Mid-America Arts Alli- gallery exhibit, an in-progress beautiful gallery.” ance recently traveled to Ada the Alliance’s Hands-on Ex- ance chief executive officer. elders’ art class, the black box CONTRIBUTED BY Miranda Elliott, Public from Kansas City to extend periential Learning Program “Our goal is to leave communi- theater and various historical Aairs. Tribe’s Chokka’ Kilimpi’ to host May 18 5K Tribe, City of Ardmore to host NORMAN, Okla. - The Chick- The event will also feature and volunteer opportunities, Hazardous Waste Collection May 4 asaw Nation Chokka’ Kilimpi’ a social stickball game, a re- contact Renee Wilson at (405) Family Resource Center in source fair, and various chil- 638-0309 or renee.wilson@ ARDMORE, Okla. - The cleaning, working in the gar- Norman will host the Chikash- dren’s activities, including a chickasaw.net. Chickasaw Nation and the City den and maintenance on cars. shaat Imanokfila’ Ilokchina’ toddler dash and one-mile fun Visit www.chickasaw.net/ck of Ardmore are sponsoring a Proper disposal of unwanted “Chickasaw Healthy Minds” 5K run. for more information about Household Hazardous Waste and hazardous cleaners, car Run/Walk on Saturday, May 18 Register online for the Chokka’ Kilimpi’ Family Re- Collection Day from 9 a.m. care fluids, paint and insecti- from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Chikashshaat Imanokfila’ Ilok- source Center and resource until 2 p.m., Saturday May 4 cides often presents problems. The course will begin at china’ 5K Run/Walk, at www. services provided at the facil- on the south parking lot of The May 4 event provides Wheeler Park, 1120 S. Western signmeup.com/89263. ity. Ardmore Regional Park, 2704 safe collection and environ- Ave., in Oklahoma City. There Volunteers are needed to CONTRIBUTED BY Miranda Elliott, Public North Rockford Road. mentally responsible disposal is no entry fee and the route is staff the event. Aairs. This event is free and open of hazardous waste. a USA Track & Field-certified To learn more about partici- to the public. For more information, con- course. pation, exhibitor registration For most Oklahomans, tact Cindy Gammons at (580) springtime means the begin- 272-5456. ning of do-it-yourself home CONTRIBUTED BY KC Cole, Public Aairs. improvement projects, annual Document shredding April 22 at ReUse Center ADA, Okla. - The Chickasaw Nation ReUse Center will host a document shredding event Monday, April 22 at the Chicka- saw Nation ReUse Center, 2205 North Broadway in Ada. A shredding truck will be onsite from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or until full) to immediately shred documents for recycling. The ReUse Center is also ac- cepting new and gently used household items and building materials for redistribution in the community. This event is Chickasaw Nation employees and volunteers free and open to the public, work quickly at the shredding events to with businesses welcome. ensure privacy and safety for those who drop off sensitive documents for shredding. Items Accepted ̋" Lwpm"ockn ̋" Ocpknc" hqnfgtu" cpf" files of any color or grade ̋" Cp{"qvjgt"rcrgt"fqew- ̋" Rcrgt"qh"cp{"eqnqt"qt" ment grade E-waste, appliances and ̋" Uvkem{"pqvgu pharmacy items not accepted. ̋" Uwtxg{u For information, contact Cin- ̋" Dnwg"rtkpvu dy Gammons at (580) 272-5456. ̋" Hkpcpekcn"tgeqtfu CONTRIBUTED BY KC Cole, Public Aairs. April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 11 Spring a great time to visit! Cultural Center gardens offer ‘Gateway in Time’

The Aaholiitobli’ Honor Garden pays homage to the elders, warriors and leaders who have shaped the legacy of the Chickasaw people. Gardens at the Chickasaw Cultural Center are home to native Oklahoma plants, as well as those from the Chickasaw Southeastern homelands. SULPHUR, Okla. - As the ing planted together. part of continued sustainabil- times has passed since the Corn is known as the oldest ity and environmental steward- opening of the Chickasaw sister. As retold by Chicka- ship, building architects and Cultural Center, the Center’s saw storytellers over the gen- the Chickasaw Nation Depart- grounds Center have begun erations, she stands tall in ment of Horticulture developed to mature and display their the center of the mound and rooftop gardens to control tem- unique character. Inspired by offers support. The next sis- perature and promote energy traditional Chickasaw towns ter is squash. Growing over efficiency. and villages, the heart of the the mound, she protects her Rooftop gardens provide complex is dominated by the sisters from weeds, shades direct shade to the buildings, trees, flowers and gardens that the soil from the sun, and improve insulation values and come to beautiful life in Spring. keeps the ground cool and ease the management of storm Planted with species from moist. The third sister, beans, water runoff on the property. both the Southeastern home- binds them all together as she Rain water is temporally stored lands and those native to Okla- climbs through the squash in the soil, often to be reintro- homa, the gardens, flower beds and then up the corn to reach duced into the air by the plants and trees not only beautify the the warmth of the sun. She is natural respiration over time. property, but serve to remind known to produce the food The beds of the gardens act as Chickasaws of their traditional the other sisters use to sustain a natural filtration system as connection to the land. themselves. water flows through the soils For generations prior to Re- As with the overall theme of before being reintroduced into moval, the Chickasaw people the Cultural Center, the con- streams and local springs. established permanent settle- temporary gardens located on Besides environmental fac- ments where they grew crops. the grounds reflect a renais- tors associated with rooftop Agriculture was an important sance of Chickasaw culture. gardens, Cultural Center gar- part of daily life, and this is re- Using traditional geometric dens play an important role as flected at the Cultural Center. patterns and designs, the land- a gene bank. Secluded atop the Corn is a traditional staple scaping of the Cultural Center large buildings and away from of Chickasaws and it contin- blends the past with the pres- natural predators, the best ues to play an important role. ent in a way that is forward and most important seeds are Melons, pumpkins, sunflowers, thinking. planted in these beds. Natural beans, squash and peas were Aaholiitobli’ Honor Garden seeds, those not genetically al- also cultivated. At the Cultural pays homage to the elders, tered by humans, are grown in Center, these crops are planted warriors and leaders who this secure environment for fu- in the traditional ways of the have shaped the legacy of the ture generations to enjoy. Southeastern tribes, as “Three Chickasaw people. Plants and You can enjoy the Cultural Sisters.” flowers curve around walk- Center gardens anytime, but The Three Sisters style of ing paths in this simple, open- Spring offers a unique and in- farming, practiced by Chicka- air garden. Engraved granite spiring viewing. saws, is an intercropping sys- plaques commemorate Chicka- The Chickasaw Cultural Cen- tem in which corn, beans and saws who have made positive ter is now open seven days a squash crops are grown in impacts on fellow Chickasaws, week. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 the same area within a field, the tribe and the world. p.m. Monday through Saturday, typically in a small, rounded Keen observers will notice and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. mound of soil leveled off at the gardens are not only on the top. Due to the nature of each grounds of the Cultural Center, Both natural and created design elements of the Cultural Center’s gardens allow for inspiring plant, they benefited from be- but on its rooftops as well. As CONTRIBUTED BY KC Cole, Public Aairs. views. 12 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Ellen Brooker to keynote Dynamic Women’s Conference, Forum April 18 at McSwain ADA, Okla. - Ellen Brook- teacher in history and govern- she assists Native American Imotichey; Chickasaw poet ga; Chickasaw Nation Medical er, 2012 Dynamic Woman of ment, gifted and talented pro- students and other community Rebecca Travis; Chickasaw Na- Center employee Wendy Har- the Year, will be the keynote gramming and instructional members in establishing tribal tion writer-in-residence Linda rison; and Chickasaw Nation speaker for the Chickasaw technology. affiliation, learning about tra- Hogan; Fred Jones Museum of Manager and Curator of the Nation Arts and Humanities’ Chosen as a participant in dition and seeking benefits Native American Art James T. Chickasaw White House Glenda Dynamic Women’s Conference the Library of Congress Teach- for higher education. She pro- Bialac Assistant Curator Heath- Galvan. and Forum. The conference ing with Primary Sources Sum- motes Chickasaw culture, trib- er Ahtone; Henderson County For more information, con- and forum will take place on mer Teacher Institute, Mrs. al involvement and activities Deputy Fire Marshall Lavita tact the division of arts and Thursday, April 18 at the Mc- Brooker has also won gold and fundraising for a college Shafer; Indian Health Servics humanities at (580) 272-5520. Swain Theatre in Ada and fea- performance awards for social scholarship. Health Information Manage- ture sessions during the day studies. She is an avid student Featured speakers and panel- ment Consultant Angela Kihe- CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs. and a panel discussion. of Chickasaw language and ists for the conference and fo- Mrs. Brooker has been an culture, and incorporates tra- rum will include: Chickasaw educator for 27 years. She is an ditional regalia and Chickasaw Nation Secretary of Commu- Outstanding American Teacher phrases in her classroom. She nications and Community De- award recipient, winning grant offers a unique study of Native velopment Robyn Elliott; owner Chickasaw Language Basics writer, department chair and culture, artifacts and storytell- and consultant of Homahota respected history and social ing in American Indian history. Consulting, LLC Dr. Traci Mor- studies teacher. She has a mas- Mrs. Brooker is the vice chair ris; Senior Policy Analyst for web app now available ter’s degree in curriculum and of the Chickasaw Community Chickasaw Nation Commerce Learning Chickasaw is just instruction and is a certified Council of South Texas where in Washington, D.C., Jessica one click away with the re- cently released Chickasaw Lan- guage Basics web app. The web app can be used on desktops, laptops, smart boards and An- Chikasha Ittifama (Chickasaw Reunion) May 17-18 droid smart phones and tab- KULLIHOMA - The 16th an- beadwork, moccasin making, For guests wishing to stay lets. nual Chikasha Ittifama (Chick- Chickasaw games, language, the night, overnight camping “With the launch of the lan- asaw Reunion) is scheduled for basket weaving and traditional spaces are available including guage web app, we are able to Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, clothing. tent spaces and a limited num- remove a barrier which may at Kullihoma. The gathering is Saturday’s events will in- ber of RV hook ups. have prevented some Chicka- free and welcomes Chickasaw clude a youth fishing derby, To reach the site, travel to saws from accessing and learn- and guests from across the cornstalk shooting contest, the Kullihoma sign seven miles ing their native language,” said features Chickasaw speakers country. youth and adult archery com- northeast of Ada on State High- Josh Hinson, Chickasaw Nation Jerry Imotichey, Rose Shields Chikasha Ittifama will begin petitions, squirrel-stick throw, way 1, then travel three miles Director of the Language De- Jefferson, JoAnn Ellis and Josh- at 5 p.m. Friday, followed by a loksi (turtle) races and stickball east and one mile south. partment. “We are excited to ua Hinson. hamburger fry, youth and co- tournament. For information, contact the now be able to offer the app to Chickasaw Language Basics ed stickball, cultural demon- A traditional meal of pishofa, Chickasaw Nation Cultural Re- any Chickasaw with internet can be accessed by visiting strations and a social dance. fry bread, salt meat and grape sources at (580) 332-8685. access.” www.Chickasaw.net/Anompa The cultural demonstrations dumplings will be served Sat- The app gives individuals the on your desktop, laptop and will include corn husk dolls, urday for lunch. CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs. opportunity to learn Chicka- Android smartphones and tab- saw anytime and anywhere. lets. If you have an apple device It is the first of its kind to be the Chickasaw Language Basics developed by a tribe or Nation. app and can be downloaded for Chickasaw Language Basics free at www.Apple.com/iTunes. highlights hundreds of Chicka- For more information, contact saw words, phrases, songs and the Chickasaw Language de- videos. partment at (580)272-5310. Chickasaw Language Basics CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs. ‘Call to Artists’ for photography to grace new Chickasaw Visitor Center in Sulphur The Chickasaw Nation has is- will be selected from each age sued a call to artists to supply group. Deadline for submis- photography for an exhibit to sions is May 3. Awards will be be permanently displayed at announced June 7. the new Chickasaw Nation Vis- Photographs must be an orig- itor’s Center in Sulphur, Okla. inal image, be in line with the The exhibit will be titled “The nature theme and shot within Natural Beauty of the Chicka- the 13 counties of the Chicka- saw Nation.” saw Nation. Entrants must be The call is open to both ama- Chickasaw. Submissions can teur and professional photog- be mailed to: Chickasaw Nation raphers. Department of Tourism Pho- Chickasaw photographers tography Exhibition, One East will operate in two age divi- Sheridan, Suite 100, Oklahoma sions: youth ages 13-17, and City, OK 73014. adults ages 19 and up. For more information and This will be a juried competi- for registration, contact Kelley tion with an award of $250 for Lunsford at Kelley.Lunsford@ each selected youth piece and Chickasaw.net or by phone at $350 for each selected adult (405) 361-4244. piece. Up to 10 photographs CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs. April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 13 Morgan tackles varied Indian issues Chickasaw Press author produces compelling, distinctive literature contentious dialogue that chal- en,” which explores lives of Mr. Morgan examines Native lenges the aesthetics of individ- the feminine side of the tribe history by looking at cultural ual literary representation” of through stories of women both connections between Ameri- Native histories and stories. well-known and obscured by can and Native literature. He With the Chickasaw Press, commonly accepted history, also connects the lives of three Mr. Morgan has reinforced his has found a place as the signa- Chickasaw Governors who place among Native writers and ture reference work of the Na- served during crucial times— thinkers, authoring and co-au- tion’s annual Dynamic Wom- Cyrus Harris, Winchester Col- thoring two of its most impor- en’s Conference and Forum. bert and William Leander Byrd. tant and popular titles. “Chick- Mr. Morgan currently is “Riding Out the Storm” is asaw Renaissance,” published completing work on “Riding scheduled for publication in 2010, is considered one of Out the Storm: 19th Century this year, to debut during the the most distinctive books in Chickasaw Governors, Their Chickasaw Nation Annual the Press’s Signature Series. It Lives and Intellectual Legacy,” Meeting and Festival in Tisho- is an indispensable work for his latest title for Chickasaw mingo, Okla. readers interested in Chicka- Press. saw history. In “Renaissance,” In “Riding Out the Storm,” a large-scale book including PHILLIP CARROLL MORGAN hundreds of photos and other The April Chickasaw Press authors for the Press. materials of interest, Mr. Mor- Tribal Library woven mat class, featured author is Phillip Car- Before joining the Press as gan discusses and instructs in roll Morgan. senior staff writer, his book of detail about the turbulent and Mr. Morgan serves not only poems, “The Fork-in-the-Road ultimately triumphant history story time April 16; free, open to all as a leading member of the Indian Poetry Store,” won the of the Chickasaw Nation dur- ADA, Okla. - The Chickasaw audio materials. Children’s staff of Chickasaw Press since Native Writers Circle of the ing the 20th Century. Tribal Library is offering a wo- books, fiction and non-fiction 2008, but also as a nationally America’s First Book Award for He also co-authored, with ven mat class and story time books, and computer and in- prominent American Native Poetry in 2002. Chickasaw Nation Secretary of from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ternet access are available for writer, lecturer and researcher. He also co-authored “Reason- Health Dr. Judy Goforth Parker, Tuesday, April 16. The class patrons. Mr. Morgan holds a master’s ing Together: The Native Critics “Dynamic Chickasaw Women,” is free and open to the public. The tribal library is located degree and a doctorate in Na- Collective,” published in 2008 published in 2011. The title Class size is limited to 10. at 1003 Chamber Loop Road in tive American literature from by University of Oklahoma won the Independent Publish- the University of Oklahoma, Press. “Reasoning Together” ers Book Awards’ Gold Medal The library provides infor- Ada and is open from 8 a.m. to and brings a wealth of expe- characterizes itself as “a group for Mid-West Regional non-fic- mation on culture and history 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. rience and knowledge to bear of Native critics performing … tion in 2012. of the Five Civilized Tribes For more information, call on the titles he researches and in a lively, rigorous, sometimes “Dynamic Chickasaw Wom- through books, journals, peri- (580) 310-6477. odicals, CDs, DVDs, video and CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs. Total tribal operations’ net assets grow to over $1.5B FINANCIAL REPORT ing aids, prescription drugs, wellness program funds. tions, excluding federal program fund- The tribal government caption in- center, community health clinics, cata- The businesses had $133.9 million ing, had net assets of $1.531 billion. cludes the tribe’s general fund and strophic medical assistance and other in cash and investments which is re- BIA trust funds. The Chickasaw Busi- similar programs not covered by fed- served for accounts payable and busi- nesses include all of the businesses eral programs or grants. ness operations. and operations of the Division of The businesses’ expenditures are As of February 28, 2013, tribal opera- Commerce. Not included in the finan- classified as to expenses associated cial statements are federally or state with gaming operation of the tribe and funded programs and/or grants and the other businesses of the tribe. Chickasaw Nation Tribal Operations the financial statements of Bank 2 and Executive Summary of the Finan- Statement of Revenues and Expenditures Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. cial Statements of the period ending For the Five Months Ended February 28, 2013 Tribal Chickasaw The growing needs of the businesses February 28, 2013 Government Businesses Total

are taken into account when determin- Tribal Government Revenues $ 2,182,894 468,030,784 470,213,678 ing the transfers from the businesses Revenues and transfers from the Transfers from businesses to tribal government 62,976,142 (62,976,142) - to the general fund. It is vital to the businesses for operations and fixed Total funds available 65,159,036 405,054,642 470,213,678 long range mission of the Chickasaw assets totaled $14.9 million for the Expenditures General government 5,389,948 5,389,948 Nation that the businesses continue to month and $65.1 million year-to-date. Legislature 1,393,540 1,393,540 Judiciary 528,059 528,059 grow and diversify. Expenditures were $9 million for the Education 10,046,179 10,046,179 Revenues of tribal government, oth- month and $47.3 million year-to-date. Heritage Preservation 6,536,966 6,536,966 Health 8,462,378 8,462,378 er than the transfer from businesses, Chickasaw Businesses Youth and Family Services 4,223,066 4,223,066 include motor fuel settlement funds Nutrition Programs 2,328,754 2,328,754 Revenue net of gaming prizes Regulatory 3,418,419 3,418,419 and investment income. Chickasaw through February totaled $468 mil- Assistance Programs 4,974,660 4,974,660 Gaming expense 254,535,157 254,535,157 Business revenues include gaming lion. Net income before the transfers to Other businesses' expense 105,770,248 105,770,248 revenues net of prizes and other sales the Tribal Government was $107.7 mil- Total expenditures 47,301,969 360,305,405 407,607,374 Increase in net assets 17,857,067 44,749,237 62,606,304 revenues from convenience stores, lion year-to-date. After transfers to the Beginning net assets 658,377,723 810,471,469 1,468,849,192 travel plazas, tobacco stores, other Tribal Government for capital projects Ending net assets $ 676,234,790 855,220,706 1,531,455,496 tribal businesses as well as rental and and tribal program operations the net Chickasaw Nation investment income. income was $44.7 million year-to-date. Tribal Operations Tribal expenditures are classified by The net income includes all revenue, Statement of Net Assets Tribal Chickasaw function. General government includes including amounts reserved for busi- January 31, 2013 Government Businesses Total the maintenance and operations of ness growth and expansion. Cash and Investments $ 205,181,842 133,964,124 339,145,966 Receivables 36,528,199 71,909,144 108,437,343 tribal property, the Chickasaw Times Statement of Net Assets Inventory 175,939 7,536,353 7,712,292 Prepaid expenses - 18,506,386 18,506,386 and Governor’s and Lt. Governor’s of- At February 28, 2013, the tribal gov- Other Assets 1,202,500 1,202,500 fices. Expenditures for education in- ernment funds had $205.1 million in Fixed assets 437,747,286 786,464,844 1,224,212,130 Less payables (3,398,476) (164,362,645) (167,761,121) clude education scholarships as well as cash and investments. Of this amount, Net Assets $ 676,234,790 855,220,706 1,531,455,496 the tribe’s division of education. Health $20.4 million is in the BIA Trust funds. expenditures include eye glasses, hear- This total does not include any federal 14 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Children’s Fair April 27 at Agri-Plex ADA, Okla. - The 12th Annu- the country died as a result of ly 8% were psychologically al Children’s Fair is set for Sat- abuse or neglect. maltreated; just over 2% were urday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to Associated child abuse and medically neglected; and ap- 2 p.m., at the Pontotoc County neglect statistics: proximately 10% experienced Agri-plex. This Chickasaw Na- There were approximately other types of maltreatment. tion event coincides with Child 695,000 instances of children Nearly 80% of reported child Abuse Prevention month. suffering maltreatment. fatalities as a result of abuse The Children’s Fair offers Forty-seven of the 50 states and neglect were caused by one information regarding child reported approximately 3.4 or more of the child victim’s abuse and neglect prevention, million children received pre- parents. community organizations’ in- ventative services from Child This information is from the formation and various activi- Protective Services agencies. National Children’s Alliance ties for children and families. Children younger than one (http://www.nationalchildren- Chickasaw youth artists There will also be fun activities year had the highest rate of vic- salliance.org/NCANationalSta- including rides, games, food, timization. Over two percent tistics). Young Chickasaw artists recently participated in the Young People’s Art Exhibit celebrating Youth petting farm, community help- of children under age one were For more information regard- Arts Month at the City Arts Center in Oklahoma City. The art exhibit ran from Feb. 9 to March 2 ers (fire, police, EMS, etc.) and victims. ing the fair, contact Deanna and was hosted by the Oklahoma Art Educators’ Association. During the closing reception each entertainment. Of the children who experi- Carpitche at (580) 421-4591 student received a certificate of participation and a golden brush. From left, Jenesis Lewis and The event is free and open to enced maltreatment or abuse, or email Deanna.carpitche@ Gabrielle Mayes, of Ardmore, Okla., and Micah Postoak and Ke-Ke Factor, of Ada. Not pictured everyone in the community. over 78% experienced neglect; chickasaw.net. are Trey Wilson and Bradley Johnson . Child abuse and neglect hap- more than 17% were physically CONTRIBUTED BY Amber Carey, Public Aairs pens across the U.S. In 2010, abused; just under 10% were an estimated 1,560 children in sexually abused; approximate- JOM Program Award to Dibble Schools Southeastern design, marketing class set for teens Chickasaw Nation Arts and how to develop greeting cards, Humanities is accepting ap- iPhone skins and/or custom plications for the 2013 Design gift-wrapping paper. and Marketing class. The five Classes will be conducted weekly sessions will teach stu- each Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. to dents the different aspects of 4:45 p.m. at the Arts and Hu- modern Southeastern design manities building, 201 North and fundamentals of market- Broadway in Ada, Okla., begin- ing. Students will develop pro- ning on April 22 and ending On March 5, officials from Dibble (OK) Public Schools received the 2013 Exemplary Johnson-O’Malley (JOM) Program award at the Oklahoma motional materials and acquire May 20. The deadline to apply state JOM conference in Tulsa. From left, Chickasaw Nation JOM Specialist Penny Watson, Dibble JOM Coordinator Glenda Dewbre, committee hands-on experience in mar- is April 12. members Stephanie Sullivan and Nancy Hook, Dibble Public Schools superintendent Chad Clanton, committee members Katherine Lee and keting their artwork. For more information or for Patricia Lawrence, chairperson Glen Stumblingbear and Chickasaw Nation Public Schools Program Manager Robert Pickens. The classes are for Chicka- an application, contact Arts saw students ages 13-17, and and Humanities at (580) 272- will involve lectures, handouts 5520. and experience in creating con- CONTRIBUTED BY Nicole Walls, Public Aairs. cepts, design, marketing, and April 2013 news from our people CHICKASAW TIMES 15

BIRTHDAYS

Marcello Luis Benjamin

Marcello Luis Benjamin cel- Kaleb Anthony-Don Renfro ebrated his third birthday on Kaleb Anthony-Don Renfro March 30, 2013. He celebrated turned 13 years old February Aaliyah Kenley Arles with family and friends. His 9, 2013. Wishing Kaleb a great blessed parents are Yvonne official teenager birthday are Alejandra Etah-Enah Renfro Aaliyah Kenley Arles turned and Norman Benjamin Jr. his mother, Cristy Renfro and one-year old January 21, 2013. Brody Kale Noland Proud grandparents are Ce- her fiancé, Justin Leslie, of Alejandra Etah-Enah Renfro She celebrated with friends and celia and Doug Miller, of Alli- Silsbee, Texas; his grandpar- celebrated her 12th birthday family. Brody Kale Noland celebrated ance, Neb., Amolene Benjamin, ents Gary and Janice Renfro, February 17, 2013 at Pluger- She is the daughter of Sarah his second birthday February of Kansas City, Mo., Norman of Wilson, Okla., his and great- ville, Texas. Ann Arles, of Ardmore, Okla. 28, 2013. He celebrated with Benjamin Sr., of Aurora, Colo. grandmother, Lorene Renfro, She is the daughter of Aman- She is the granddaughter of a monster truck theme party He is the great-grandson, Anita of Wynnewood, Okla. da and Benjamin Renfro. Francis and Albert Lewis, of with his parents, aunts, uncles, Oliveros, of Southerland, Neb., Kaleb is a seventh generation She is the granddaughter of Ardmore and Joe and Armetta cousins and grandparents at and the late Ms. Marcel Morris. Chickasaw. “Grassy” Perea, of New Mexico, Looney, of Davis, Okla. She is his home. Marcello continues to bless Janice and Gary Renfro, of the great-granddaughter of Em- Brody is the son of Angela our lives with his contagious Wilson, Okla., and the great- ily Dickerson, of Ada. and Bronson Noland, of Davis, laughter and his beautiful granddaughter of Lorene Ren- Happy birthday from your Okla. He has an older brother, smile. fro (Chickasaw). family. Braydon. We love you Cello! Giving her best wishes are We love you! Happy birthday Brody Bear! BIRTHS her parents, grandparents, We love you. great-grandmother and her aunt and uncle, Renee and Jo. Chickasaw boy serves as page, meets Speaker Alejandra is a seventh gen- eration Chickasaw. Tarheels runners-up at Tisdale State Tournament

Lillie Reeves

The Ada Tarheels are, front row from left, Jarrett Ellis, Scotty Paul, Jordan Willis, Braden Moore Lillie Reeves was born Janu- and Chandler Kilby. Back row from left, Kobe Burgess, Walt Labove, Tanner Gilliam, Clay Balthrop, ary 2, 2013 at the Chickasaw Reese Hamilton. The boys are coached by Ryan Kilby and Jeff Willis Nation Medical Center, Ada, Okla., to Tanae Reeves, of Ada. A basketball squad of Ada- The Tarheels dropped the Chickasaw student Silas Keel meets with Oklahoma Speaker of House T.W. Shannon, also a She weighed 8 lbs., 4.5 ounc- area sixth-graders, including state title game and finished Chickasaw. Silas served as an Oklahoma House page during his Spring Break. es and measured 18 inches at several Chickasaw players, re- the season as state runner-up. A Chickasaw elementary Silas also had the opportuni- birth. cently made it to the state final The boys also play together school student recently dedi- ty to meet with fellow Chicka- She joins two big sisters, Ste- game. at Willard Grade Center in Ada cated his Spring Break time to saw and Speaker of the House vy and Justice and a big broth- The Ada Tarheels compete where they had only one sea- volunteering at the Oklahoma T.W. Shannon. er Jayvyn. in the Ada Boys & Girls Club son loss. State Capitol. Silas is the son of Ben and Proud grandparents are Tra- League. The boys were unde- The Chickasaw boys on the Silas Keel is a fifth-grader April Keel, of Norman. His cie and Brian Carter, of Ada, feated in league play and won team are Reese Hamilton, Jar- at Ronald Reagan Elementary grandfather is Don Keel, of and the late Steven D. Reeves. the regional championship. rett Ellis, Jordan Willis and School in Norman, Okla. Silas Tishomingo, Okla. She is the great-granddaugh- The regional win qualified the Kobe Burgess. worked as a page for State Rep. Silas’ cousin is Adria Brown, ter of Macalyen Duke, Roger Tarheels for the Wayman Tis- The Tarheels’ coaches are Katie Henke in the Oklahoma a Dartmouth College student Reeves, Glenda Crowell and the dale State Tournament played Ryan Kilby and Jeff Willis. House of Representatives dur- profiled in last month’s Chicka- late Wade Duke. in Oklahoma City March 2-3. ing Spring Break. saw Times. 16 CHICKASAWASAW TIMESTIMES news from our people April 2013

NEWS FROM CHICKASAW PRINCESS

our language and our heritage along with education are very important concepts in the na- tion today. We should also cherish the traditional ways while welcoming the new ways with an open mind and pro- vide younger generations the opportunity to be educated in their own culture as with their standard education. Solin Piearcy Attending the JOM confer- ence in Tulsa, showed me how California Chickasaw important our education is. It Preston Brown is important to be educated in Autumn Underwood student is top wrestler our school work as well as our Landon Brandt Underwood Chickasaw Princess Preston Brown competes culture. I appreciate the opportuni- A Chickasaw high school Chickasaw boy hitting in state lifting tourney Chukma, My name is Au- ties set out for me to learn new wrestler has recently made tumn Michelle Underwood. things and would like to say some big news in California. stride on the diamond A Chickasaw boy recently I am the 2012-2013 Chicka- thank you to the nation for this Solin Piearcy is a 14-year-old Four-year-old Chickasaw participated in state weightlift- saw princess. amazing opportunity to repre- freshman at Cupertino (CA) Landon Brandt Underwood ing competition. I am 18 years of age and I sent them well, and to every- High School. She is the first plays for the 4-and-under base- Preston Brown, a sophomore go to Latta High School. My one who has touched my life. freshman female wrestling ball Pirates of Oklahoma City. at Allen (OK) High School, com- parents are Lorain and Michel “Chokmaski” champion in school history. He is the son of Tamela An- peted in the 275-lb. division. He Weems. Thank you Solin took first in the 132-lb. nette Underwood and the was selected for the March 9 The most important thing Autumn Michelle Underwood division at the Central Coast grandson of Bill and Lillian Al- state competition as one of the I have learned while being 2012-2013 Chickasaw Prin- Section tournament recently exander, of Amber, Okla. top 25 lifters in his division. Chickasaw princess is that cess wrestling against male oppo- He is the son of Jennifer nents. She also took first at the Parks and James Brown. Peninsula Invitational, the Ter- He is the grandson of Herb ra Nova tournament, the Hol- Darras, Kathy Prentice and Lo- lister Bailers Bash and the Los rene Prentice. Gatos Frosh-Soph tournament. She finished in sixth place in the California state champion- Chickasaw Nation WIC program offers ships. Solin is also a top field hock- great nutrition to women, children ey player and the Cupertino team took first in the Central The Chickasaw Nation Wom- feeding trip to the store, without losing en, Infants and Children Sup- ̋"Jcxg"jcf"c"dcd{"kp"vjg"rcuv" the remaining balance for the Coast Section. She also partici- plemental Nutrition Program six months or have a child up month. pates in track and judo. (WIC) extends its services to to five years of age A WIC food package includes She said she liked compet- families who need encourage- ̋"Oggv"YKE"kpeqog"iwkfg- milk, cheese, fruit juice, eggs, ing at the high school level and ment and support in feeding lines cereal, whole grains, canned forming new friendships. their families. The Chickasaw ̋"Jcxg"c"pwvtkvkqpcn"uetggp- fish, peanut butter, beans/ “Joining sports teams not Nation WIC offers up-to-date ing at the WIC office to deter- peas as well as fresh and fro- only keeps you healthy, but specialized nutrition education mine if they are at nutritional zen fruits and vegetables. In- also gives you the opportunity along with an expanded food risk fant foods are also offered and to make lifelong friends,” she package for growing children ̋"Jqognguu"rgtuqpu"ctg" formula for infants is provided said. “I love everything about Adam Walker from the prenatal period up served immediately upon re- if needed. it.” to age five. The program puts quest if the above criteria are Enhanced food packages families’ feeding concerns met. are offered to breastfeeding Solin is also a scholar and first and works with individu- Funded by the United States women and peer counselors maintains a 4.0 grade point Chickasaw cager on 2A als to provide the very best for Department of Agriculture, the are available to assist them in average. their growing children. It also program has been serving the having a successful breastfeed- She is the daughter of Sam- state champion squad helps participants improve community for more than 30 ing experience. Electric breast uel Robert Piearcy and Elaine their diet, get immunizations years. Currently, the program pumps are also available for Piearcy. Her grandfather is and health care if needed as serves the needs of more than use by WIC participants in any Samuel Piearcy and her great- Congratulations to the Latta well as encourages women to 3900 participants. of the Chickasaw Nation WIC grandmother is Lorene Bell (OK) High School Panthers for breastfeed. Chickasaw Nation WIC ben- Clinics. Weight Piearcy. capturing the Calss 2A State Through nutrition educa- efits are issued utilizing a In the summer months, the Basketball Championship, tion, counseling, support and magnetic stripe card known participants are eligible for March 9. encouragement, the Chicka- as Electronic Benefit Transfer Farmer’ Market Nutrition Pro- saw Nation WIC staff connects (EBT) card. The card is the first gram checks for the purchase Chickasaw athlete Adam with families to assist them in of its kind to be used among of Oklahoma-grown fresh Walker, a sophomore at Latta improving and enhancing the the Oklahoma WIC agencies fruits and vegetables from High School, is a team member. quality of their lives. An ap- and works just like a debit authorized farmers markets Adam is the son of Bailey pointment is just a phone call or credit card. It replaces the and farm stands throughout Walker. He is the grandson of away and services are available traditional paper check or the Chickasaw Nation and sur- Ruby Long and the great-grand- to those who meet the follow- voucher and gives families rounding areas. son of the late Adam and Viola ing guidelines: freedom of purchasing the Walker. ̋" Ctg" rtgipcpv" qt" dtgcuv- WIC food they need with each April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 17 Chickasaw man inds meaningful work through tribe’s vocational rehabilitation overall lack of social interac- tendant at the child care cen- Having Micah on staff has al- tion and lack of employment ter. lowed teachers and aides more opportunities. Micah has become a famil- time to focus on the children “Independent living was not iar face around the Child Care and curriculum. Micah is com- an option for Micah,” Ms. Hor- Center. He is diligent about fortable around the children ton said, “But I wanted him to completing his duties and truly and his diligence and warm be out exercising and meeting enjoys his work. personality have earned him people.” “I like my job,” Micah said, “I the respect of his co-workers. She reached out to the Voca- have made a lot of friends.” “Overall, the love and grati- tional Rehabilitation Depart- He collects, sorts, launders, tude that has been reciprocat- ment to see what could be done folds and delivers all towels, ed as a result of working with to improve Micah’s life. linens, clothing and stuffed Micah, has left my co-workers After accessing Micah’s animals generated by 200 chil- and I with a lifetime of memo- strengths and limitations, the dren, 17 lead teachers and 34 ries,” Ms. Johna Engel, special staff was able to secure a suit- assistants. education teacher assistant Micah Stinger prepares laundry for delivery at the Chickasaw Nation Child Development center. able employment situation for Before Micah became the said. “Micah, has a true desire With the help of vocational rehabilitation counselors, the 22-year-old Chickasaw citizen was the young man, while fulfilling Child Care Center laundry at- to learn and grow. He enjoys able to secure employment as a laundry attendant. a need and providing a valu- tendant, the teaching staff in the sense of accomplishment able service. each classroom was respon- that working brings. We are so Thanks to a dedicated team “Growing up, Micah attend- “In order to successfully sible for the laundry of the glad to have Micah as part of of vocational rehabilitation ed Ada public schools,” Ms. place those seeking vocation- classroom. our Team!” counselors and staff at the Horton said. “He was engaged al rehabilitation services, we Now Micha takes care of all CONTRIBUTED BY Miranda Elliott, Public Chickasaw Nation Vocational with other children, made maintain good relationships that. Aairs. Rehabilitation department, friends and learned valuable with other departments within 22-year-old Chickasaw citi- life skills. But after gradua- the Chickasaw Nation,” Voca- Voc Rehab Department improves lives zen Micah Stringer now works tion, Micah was not exposed tional Rehabilitation counselor Chickasaw Nation Vocational plan. as a laundry attendant at the to much social interaction. He Nicholas Buckley said, “When Rehabilitation assists Chicka- A monthly job club is also Chickasaw Nation Child Devel- became largely inactive, spend- we learned Micah enjoyed fold- saws and other Native Ameri- available to vocational reha- opment Center in Ada. ing his days watching TV with ing laundry, we started explor- cans with disabilities enter em- bilitation clients. Job club pro- Micah was born with the his grandmother while I was at ing which department might ployment or return to suitable vides various opportunities genetic disorder Downs Syn- work.” have a need for this service. employment. for clients to learn more about drome, a disability that limited Micah still pursued a variety We were able to work with the Clients live in the Chickasaw career searching, resume writ- his employment opportunities. of interests including music, child care facility to create a Nation. ing, interviewing strategies and Determined to secure a books, cars, drawing, sports, position Micah could be suc- Once eligibility has been a variety of other individual brighter future for her son, Mi- design and song writing. He cessful in and would be ben- verified and confirmed, indi- skills development. cah’s mother, Shellie Horton, also participated in Special eficial for the facility.” viduals work with a vocational For more information, please sought the assistance of voca- Olympics, but Ms. Horton re- For more than a year now, rehabilitation counselor to de- call (580) 421-7711 or visit tional rehabilitation services. mained concerned about his Micah has been a laundry at- sign an individual development www.chickasaw.net/vocrehab. Chickasaw gastroenterologist warns of colorectal cancer among Indians On Feb. 28, the Chickasaw Saunkeah, program manager can better educate patients syndromes. His specialties in- Nation Department of Health of epidemiology, research and on the signs, symptoms and clude helping others to under- and IHS Clinical Support public health for the Chicka- treatments of colorectal cancer. stand the differences among Center welcomed Chickasaw saw Nation Department of When patients understand the colorectal cancer incidences citizen Dr. David G. Perdue, Health. “It is very rewarding to risks and know the symptoms, among the population of both M.D., MSPH, to speak to local see a Chickasaw physician con- they are inclined to seek the minorities. physicians, clinicians, educa- tributing such important work proper life-saving preventative In addition, to providing tors, nurses and physician as- to the care of Indian people na- treatments. valuable information to be sistants at the “Grand Rounds tionally.” Currently, Dr. Perdue focus- passed along from doctor to # 5767 Colorectal Cancer Dis- Dr. Perdue is the only board- es on clinical practices with patient, Dr. Perdue also dis- parities Among American Indi- certified American Indian gas- Minnesota Gastroenterology cussed with the attendees how ans: Data from the Trenches,” troenterologist in the world. in Minneapolis, where he is to determine what best prac- presentation. He grew up in Spokane, Wash., the select provider for Ameri- tices might be needed at clin- Dr. Perdue gave a detailed and earned his undergraduate can Indian and Alaska Native ics within the Chickasaw Na- presentation on the impor- degree from Washington State patients. He is the medical di- tion Medical Center and how to effectively implement those Dr. David Perdue, M.D., M.S.P.H., Minnesota tance of recognizing colorectal University. He later earned his rector of the American Indian practices. New strategies aimed Gastroenterology, Physicians Associates. cancer signs, symptoms, treat- M.B.A. in Public Health from Cancer Foundation and is co- ments and preventative mea- the University of Colorado, chair of the Minnesota Inter- at improving the overall under- sures for American Indians. Den., and his M.D. from the tribal Colorectal Cancer Coun- standing of colorectal cancer According to the Indian His presentation to the medical University of Washington. cil. He is an active member of screening were also discussed. Health Service (IHS), cancer center staff focused on under- In many cases of colorectal the University of Minnesota To learn more about colorec- is the leading cause of death standing the gastrointestinal cancer, patients do not know Masonic Cancer Center, the tal cancer, please visit the among Native Americans. Stud- cancer differences that occur the signs and symptoms. Mayo Clinic’s Spirit of Eagles American Indian Cancer Foun- ies show that Native Ameri- within the American Indian “There is an urgent need to Cancer Research Network and dation online at www.ameri- cans suffer from certain types and Alaskan Native population. address these disparities, es- the Minnesota Colon Cancer canindiancancer.org, or call the of cancers, such as lung and “Dr. Perdue’s presentation on pecially in the areas of routine Task Force. CNMC at (580) 436-3980. colorectal cancers, more than his work with cancer in Ameri- screening for cancers, preven- Dr. Perdue’s clinical prac- any other group. Colorectal can Indians brings into sharp tion and early treatment,” Mr. tice places emphasis on gas- CONTRIBUTED BY Amber Carey, Public Aairs cancer is the second deadliest focus the realities of the can- Saunkeah said. trointestinal cancer preven- cancer among Native Ameri- cer health disparities that exist Once present with this type tion, general gastroenterology cans. for Native people,” said Bobby of information, hospital staff and familial colorectal cancer 18 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 April, May Application Deadlines Mark Your Calendars for 2013 Camps and Academies The Chickasaw Nation is excited to announce the Camp Survivor is designed to promote a healthy Open to Chickasaw students ages 8-18 2013 youth camps, clinics, events and academies. A lifestyle through proper nutrition and exercise in Along with an introduction to the game of golf, number of tribal divisions work together to offer a a fun and positive camp atmosphere. Campers will Chickasaw youth will learn lessons in honor, integrity variety of educational and recreational activities for experience a variety of activities such as swimming, and sportsmanship. Instruction for all skill levels is youth to explore new opportunities and learn new rock climbing, canoeing, fishing, hiking and stickball. provided with a highly knowledgeable and motivat- skills. Application deadlines are fast approaching, There will be tribal councils, team building activities ed staff. Golf Camp is an overnight camp. Students with many in April and May. and competitions. This is an overnight camp. For should apply for the camp which represents their level Chickasaw Nation 2013 youth camp and deadlines more information, visit www.chickasaw.net/youth- of play. Golf Camp is supported by the United States include: camps, or contact Allen Elliott at (580) 310-7981 or Golf Association, the Professional Golfers Associa- Chickasaw Summer Arts Academy (CSAA) [email protected]. tion of Central Oklahoma, the Chickasaw Nation and July 15-27 the Chickasaw Foundation. If needed, transportation East Central University, Ada, Okla. Environmental Camp will be provided from Tishomingo, Davis, Ardmore, Application deadline: April 5 Ada, Okla. Purcell and Ada. For more information contact the CSAA is a two-week academy that provides youth May 29-31 division of youth services at (580) 310-6620 or online opportunities to gain experience in visual and vocal Application deadline: April 15 at www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. arts. Students ages eight to 18 are eligible to audition Open to Chickasaw students ages 8-12 for the academy. Applicants must be between the ages Learn about the world around you during Envi- Native American Junior Open of eight and 18 and must be age eight at the deadline ronmental Camp, hosted by the Chickasaw Nation Lakeview Golf Course, Ardmore, Okla. date. Environmental Services Department. Campers will June 7 Students ages 13 – 18 must schedule an audition get a behind-the-scenes look at many facilities that Application deadline: On-site registration time in order to be eligible for acceptance into CSAA. go unseen by the typical citizen and learn on-going $20 registration fee required Auditions will take place Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the conservation efforts. A trip to the Oklahoma City Zoo Open to Native American youth ages 8-18 Hallie Brown Ford Fine Arts Center at East Central for a hands-on educational experience is planned. The Native American Junior Open allows youth to University in Ada. Auditions are competitive and will This is a day camp. Additional information is avail- experience a tournament atmosphere, without the serve to assess student placement into an appropri- able at www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps or contact the pressures of a school or association tournament. It ate track. Students will be contacted with a scheduled environmental services department at (580) 272-5456. is also a Team Chickasaw qualifying tournament for audition time. Chickasaw youth ages 12-18. Team Chickasaw will Younger students will develop artistically in six Chickasaw Nation Space and Aviation Camp (CNA- participate in various tournaments throughout the components each day through the fine arts rotation. SA) year. The $20 registration fee covers the cost of green The rotation includes visual arts, theatre, creative Ada, Okla. fees, lunch and range balls. Pre-registration is not writing, dance, vocal music and culture. June 10-14 available. For more information contact the division of New to CSAA is an interdisciplinary level. The level Application deadline: April 16 youth services at (580) 310-6620 or visit www.chicka- was added for students who, according to audition Open to Chickasaw students in grades 5-12 saw.net/youthcamps. assessments, are ready for a more intense study re- Chickasaw Nation Space and Aviation Camp (CNA- lated art forms. Concentrations for this level include SA) is a learning program designed to encourage Tennis Clinic visual arts: 2-D, 3-D and photography, vocal music: Chickasaw students interested in aviation, space, sci- Ada Tennis Center, Ada, Okla. theory and movement, theatre: technical and textile ence or math to pursue careers and opportunities in Session I –ages 8-11, June 10-13 and video production and creative writing. their fields. Students spend the week flying in simula- Sessions II – ages 12-18, June 17-20 The following disciplines will be offered for older tors, learning through hands-on demonstrations, and Application deadline: May 1 student: Composition, Dance, Vocal Music, Theatre have a chance to fly in a real plane. CNASA is day The goal of these clinics is to provide Chickasaw Performance, Theatre Tech, Photography, Visual Arts camp, and a limited number of scholarships are avail- youth the opportunity to learn the sport of tennis, 2-D and 3-D, Video Production, Textile Design and able. If applying for a scholarship, complete a CNASA which can be played for a lifetime. Beginner and in- Creative Writing disciplines are offered for older stu- application postmarked by the deadline date. A copy termediate tennis clinics are offered. dents. Younger students rotate through Visual Arts of the participant’s Chickasaw Nation citizenship Both sessions are open to Chickasaw youth ages / 2-D and 3-D, Theatre, Dance, Creative Writing and card or certificate is required; a Certificate Degree of 8-18. Participants will learn honor, integrity, sports- Vocal Music classes. Indian Blood (CDIB) will not be accepted. For more manship and teamwork. Campers may only apply for Chickasaw students accepted into the academy are information, contact Oscar Gore at (580) 272-5579 or one session. If needed, transportation will be provided provided scholarships to attend. Chickasaw prefer- at [email protected] from Tishomingo, Davis, Ardmore and Purcell. For ence is utilized. Other American Indian and non-Na- more information contact the division of youth ser- tives are encouraged to apply and there will a nominal NASA Space Camp vices at (580) 310-6620 or visit www.chickasaw.net/ fee dependent on residential or non-residential sta- Huntsville, Ala. youthcamps. tus. These residential opportunities are for qualify- June 17-23 ing students who live outside the Ada area, ages 13 Application deadline: April 16 Tanumpo Hosa Apisa (Marksmanship Camp) – 18. Open to Chickasaw students ages 9 -18 One-day clinic Parents should plan to attend one of the two parent This challenging week-long school is conducted at July 12 orientations, April 4 or April 11, taking place at the Huntsville, Ala., and designed for students to discover Application deadline: May 1 Division of Arts and Humanities building, 201 North their engineering talent. Participants get hands-on Open to Chickasaw students ages 12 -18 Broadway in Ada, Okla. training, as well as learn about the mental, emotional Tanumpo Hosa Apisa “gun shoot straight” is de- For more information, and to receive an audition and physical demands astronauts must face. Fields of signed to encourage participation in a training pro- packet, contact the Chickasaw Nation Division of Arts study include engineering, space technology and aero- gram for young Chickasaw students wishing to excel and Humanities at 580-272-5520 or email csaa@chick- space science. It is conducted at NASA Space Center in in Olympic-style rifle and pistol shooting, or competi- asaw.net. Applications can be found at www.chicka- Huntsville, Ala. For more information, contact Oscar tive archery using a compound bow. This clinic fea- saw.net/csaa. Gore at (580) 272-5579 or email oscar.gore@chickasaw. tures instruction on gun safety, marksmanship tech- net. niques and archery, for up to 50 students. Tanumpo Camp Survivor Hosa Apisa will focus on the disciplines required YMCA Camp Classen, near Davis, Okla. Golf Camp for competition-style target shooting, and consist of May 28-31 WinStar Golf Course, Thackerville, Okla. classroom instruction and firing practice. The pistols Application deadline: April 15 Beginning Golf: June 3-4, Advanced Golf: June 5-6 and rifles used are Olympic-style air guns. Instruction Open to Chickasaw students ages 9-13 Application deadline: May 1 will be provided by certified instructors, Lighthorse April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 19 2013 Camps and Academies officers, and local, nationally-trained coaches. If need- ages 10 to 14, campers will learn about environmen- the camp are: To’li’ (stickball), basketball, softball, ed, transportation will be provided from Tishomingo, tal responsibility. Swimming, boating and volleyball volleyball, soccer, and numerous other games and Davis, Ardmore, Purcell and Ada. For more informa- are also planned for this overnight camp. If needed, activities. Participants must have transportation to tion, contact the division of youth services at (580) transportation will be provided from Tishomingo, Da- and from camp. Camp participation is limited to 30 310-6620 or visit www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. vis, Ardmore, Purcell and Ada. For more information, campers per day. For an application and more infor- contact the division of youth services at (580) 310- mation, contact Clovis Hamilton at (580) 272-5592 or Champions Football Clinic 6620 or visit www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. visit www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps Ada High Football Complex, Ada, Okla. June 27-29 Chickasaw Language Immersion Family Camp Hayaka Unta Application deadline: May 1 Tatanka Ranch, Stroud, Okla. Camp Simpson Open to male Chickasaw students ages 8- 18 June 16-21 (three sessions) October 18-20 Led by veteran coach Ken Heupel, Champions Foot- Application deadline: May 15 Application deadline: September 13 ball Clinic campers learn the fundamentals of foot- Open to Chickasaw families Open to Chickasaw students ages 8-18 ball, teamwork and leadership. The clinic will also fea- This overnight camp is designed to promote the use The goal of this overnight camp is to give Chicka- ture former University of Oklahoma quarterback Josh of the Chickasaw language within Chickasaw families. saw youth and their parent or guardian, an opportu- Heupel, and other special guests. Clinic highlights in- Camp activities include kayaking, canoeing, swim- nity to share quality time together, while enjoying the clude an 8 to 1 student to instructor ratio, offensive ming, fishing, gardening and other activities with pri- natural beauty of the outdoors. Hayaka Unta allows and defensive drills, flag football, and a competition mary instruction being through Chickasaw language. youth and their parent or guardian the opportunity where each student may select one guest to join them This is an overnight camp and participants must have to strengthen their relationship, in a safe, wholesome in the game. This is a day clinic. If needed, transpor- transportation to and from camp. For more informa- and enjoyable environment, away from the everyday tation will be provided from Tishomingo, Davis, Ard- tion or an application, contact Rachel Wedlow at (580) distractions of life. Camp activities include fishing, more and Purcell. For more information contact the 272-5540 or visit www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. skeet shooting, hiking, archery and much more. division of youth services at (580) 310-6620 or visit Camping is primitive style in a provided tent. A total www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Youth Academy June of 20 students will be selected to attend this unique 24-27 camp. Students may choose either a male or female Champions Cheerleading Clinic Lighthorse Police Headquarters, Ada, Okla. parent or guardian to accompany them. From those Chickasaw Nation Family Life Center, Ada, Okla. Application deadline: June 3 applicants not selected to attend this camp, 20 more June 28-29 Open to Native American youth ages 9-15 campers will be chosen to attend the Hayaka Unta Application deadline: May 1 The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Youth Academy Spring camp at the same location in April 2014. For Open to female Chickasaw students ages 8-18 provides an excellent opportunity for Native Ameri- more information, contact the division of youth ser- Champions Cheerleading Clinic participants will be can youth to explore a career in law enforcement. Stu- vices at (580) 310-6620. instructed on motion, jumps, spirit, rhythm, health dents will hear from law enforcement personnel and and fitness, by a team of Day of Champions cheerlead- will also learn life skills such as CPR, communication, Halloween Lock-In ing coaches. The experience will include mentoring safety and crime prevention. Twenty-five Native Amer- Norman in the areas of character, responsibility, goal-setting, ican youth will be selected. Chickasaw youth will be October 25 dedication, hard work and integrity. Cheerleaders given first priority for the camp. For an application Application deadline: September 20 will be able to enhance their abilities and learn basic and more information contact Brent Harper at (580) Open to Chickasaw youth ages 8-18 cheerleading fundamentals geared to their skill level. 436-1166 or at [email protected] or visit Students who attend this Halloween themed lock- There will be a Saturday performance and each stu- www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. in will participate in mini-bowling, Go-Karts, batting dent may select one guest to join them for the perfor- cages, mini-golf, climbing wall, bumper cars, bumper mance. This is a day clinic. If needed, transportation Yaakni Inaalhpisaat Chokma “Justice for a Nation” boats, arcade and lots of other fun activities. A pizza will be provided from Tishomingo, Davis, Ardmore Court Camp and soda buffet will be provided during the event. and Purcell. For more information, contact the divi- Tribal Judicial Building, Ada, Okla. The lock-in will also feature door prize drawings and sion of youth services at (580) 310-6620 or visit www. July 11-12 a Halloween costume contest. Chickasaw youth will chickasaw.net/youthcamps. Application deadline June: 1 receive first priority. Students will not be allowed Open to Chickasaw students ages 8-15 to leave the facility until doors open October 26. If Youth Basketball Clinics A two-day clinic that educates students about the needed, transportation will be provided from Tisho- Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City operations of the tribe’s court system, this camp em- mingo, Davis, Ardmore, Purcell and Ada. For more July 8-9 phasizes leadership and personal growth. Students information, contact the division of youth services Application deadline: May 1 will also tour CLEET, the Chickasaw Nation Legisla- at (580) 310-6620. Applications are available at www. Open to Chickasaw students ages 8-18 ture building and the Chickasaw Cultural Center. Stu- chickasaw.net/youthcamps. The Basketball Clinics are open to Chickasaw girls dents will be introduced to individuals who support and boys ages 8 to 18. During these clinics, students the courts such as Lighthorse Police, judges, justices, Application Information will have the opportunity to learn basketball tech- peacemakers and court clerks. Each student will also Submitting an application does not guarantee selec- niques from current and former high school and have a part in a mock trial. tion to the camp. Applicants should be aware once university players and coaches. This is an overnight For more information, contact Connie Tillery at acceptance to a youth services event has been deter- clinic. If needed, transportation will be provided from (580) 235-0281 or [email protected], or mined, attendance is required. If circumstances pre- Tishomingo, Davis, Ardmore, Purcell and Ada. For visit www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. vent attendance, selection for future events may be more information, contact the division of youth ser- hindered. vices at (580) 310-6620 or visit www.chickasaw.net/ Himitta Alhiha Hochokoshkomo “The Youth are For more information or to obtain an application, youthcamps. Playing” contact the division of youth services at (580) 310- Chickasaw Language Sports Camp 6620. Return application(s) to the Chickasaw Nation Chikasha Sayah (I Am Chickasaw) Various locations Division of Youth Services, 231 Seabrook Road, Ada, Anadarko, Okla. July 22-26 OK 74820 or fax to (580) 310-6626. Additional informa- July 1-2 Application deadline: June 5 tion is available at www.chickasaw.net/youthcamps. Application deadline: May 1 Open to Chickasaw youth grades 1-6. Applications may be submitted by mail, fax or online. Open to Chickasaw students ages 10- 14 Himitta Alhiha Hochokoshkomo is designed to Chickasaw heritage and culture lessons are top promote the use of the Chickasaw language in an priorities at this camp. Open to Chickasaw students interactive, athletic environment. Sports included in 20 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Unique, enticing Woody Crumbo art exhibit now showing at Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa TULSA, Okla. - More than 55 artist holds a pivotal place in ing, Dancing,” which derives cred ceremonies, and the daily ders that advises on tribal original paintings by Woody what has been called the “Gold- from the title of one of Mr. life of the American Indian. cultural issues, an emeritus Crumbo, most of which have en Age” of Native American Crumbo’s paintings, provides a His paintings of deer, horse, board member of the Chicka- not been seen painting. lilting metaphor for the appear- and antelope reveal the in- saw Historical Society, and a in more than Mr. Crumbo, a Potawatomi ance of the paintings. In beau- spiration he derived from the board member of the Chicka- 25 years, are Indian who died in 1989, was a tifully choreographed com- natural world. saw Press. He is a member of on display at leading figure in what became positions, the forms, shapes, Though Mr. Crumbo stud- the Wordcraft Circle of Native Gilcrease Mu- known as the Bacone Period and colors are strikingly put ied European art, he chose to Writers and Storytellers. Other seum in Tulsa in the developing history of together with his finesse for remain within what became books by Perry include “Life now through Native American painting. He design and rhythm. known as the Traditional with the Little People” and “The May 19. An ac- headed the art department at “Everything dances,” he once Style of Native American art, Turkey Feather Cape.” companying Bacone College between Acee said. generally using flat areas of book, Woody Blue Eagle’s term and that of Today’s viewers will have color, few contextual elements About the Gilcrease Crumbo, is Robert Perry W. Richard (Dick) West. Their the opportunity to experi- such as backgrounds and part of the ex- combined years of art direc- ence the visible energy that foregrounds and little or no Museum hibit and fea- tion influenced countless Na- resulted from this artist’s love spatial depth representation. Gilcrease Museum, located in tures a chapter tive American artists. This of line, color, and design. Most As his work evolved, it repre- Tulsa, is one of the country’s written by Chickasaw author Plains tradition of painting of the paintings were created sented a transition from earlier best facilities for the preser- and Hall of Famer Robert Perry. occurred while the Southwest during the time Mr. Crumbo Kiowa Flat Style. His paintings vation and study of American Mr. Perry’s participation in Studio Style was also develop- spent living on the grounds of became less static and more art and history. The museum the Woody Crumbo book for ing in Santa Fe. The phenom- Gilcrease Museum in a house dynamic. houses the world’s largest the Gilcrease exhibit isn’t the enon placed Oklahoma on the provided for him and his fam- He expressed his love of and most comprehensive col- first time he has written about crest of the evolving Native ily by Thomas Gilcrease. The design in a decorative, orna- lection of art and artifacts of Mr. Crumbo. He previously American fine art movement paintings are tempera, oil, wa- mental approach at times and the American West, including wrote “Uprising! Woody Crum- of the mid-20th century. Mr. tercolor, and a few even have experimented with media, an unparalleled collection of bo’s Indian Art” which was one Crumbo as artist, educator, an airbrush component. Also including settings and back- Native American art and arti- of five titles to receive Honor- and mentor was central to this included are rarely seen black grounds in works that became facts, as well as thousands of able Mention in art category of development. and white works in tempera more narrative. Mr. Crumbo historical documents, maps the 2010 Eric Hoffer Award for Time has presented an op- and ink. developed a signature style and manuscripts. Contact short prose and independent portunity to remind newer and Aside from their sheer beau- and encouraged other Indian (918) 596-2700 or visit http:// books. In this book, Mr. Perry ever-changing audiences of ty, the importance of Crumbo’s artists to trust their own cre- gilcrease.utulsa.edu/ for more relates Mr. Crumbo’s story as the fundamental relationships paintings lies in their docu- ative instincts. information. told by the people who knew Thomas Gilcrease developed mentary nature. Mr. Perry is a member of CONTRIBUTED BY Deborah Large, Public Aairs him best - his wife and friends. with a handful of artists who The art represents his life- the Chickasaw Council of El- While much of the story deals became invaluable figures in long dedication to spreading with an artist struggling to the development of Gilcrease knowledge about the culture Frybread contest set for May 25 in Ada achieve his dreams, Mr. Per- Museum. As artist-in-residence of Native ry’s book also tells the story of at the museum for three years, Americans. His intent was to The All Nations Ultimate Fry- In addition to the competi- a Native American man as he Mr. Crumbo not only contribut- record, hold and keep safe the bread Showdown Contest is set tion, there will be face paint- faces both prosperity and dif- ed his own art to the burgeon- traditions of his people, and to for Saturday, May 25 in Ada, ing, moon bounce, cakewalk, ficulties in the 20th Century. ing Gilcrease collection, but emphasize Okla. turtle race, clowns and a con- The Gilcrease exhibition ti- also assisted Thomas Gilcrease their spiritual connection to The contest is set for 11 a.m. cession stand. tled “Bending, Weaving, Danc- in finding the works of other the world. He painted to edu- at the old Kmart parking lot, Entry fee is $5 for the fry ing: The Art of Woody Crum- artists to build the collection. cate. The paintings speak to 1400 Cradduck Road. The con- bread eating contest. bo” shows audiences why this The phrase “Bending, Weav- Native traditions – dance, sa- test is open to the public. For more information contact Entry fee for competitors is Couita Nucosee at (580) 320- $20 and the first-place award is 6179 or [email protected] ‘Woody Crumbo’ oers keys to unique Indian artist a double propane grill.

Woodrow Wilson Crumbo Crumbo had a great impact on (1912-1989), a Potawatomi, was other developing Indian artists a versatile man who was an and helped to establish Bacone artist, dancer, musician, edu- as the center for the develop- cator, silversmith, prospector, ment of Native American paint- museum curator and director. ing in Oklahoma. A creative individual, his inspi- Hired by Thomas Gilcrease ration and imagination flowed as an artist in residence, he into many aspects of his life. produced a body of works for He was a strong advocate of the Museum, but in addition he American Indian culture and traveled with Thomas Gilcrease dedicated his life and art to re- and helped him build the mu- cording it. seum’s art collection. A key figure in the Native Mr. Crumbo was a gifted art- “Woody Crumbo,” just pub- American Fine Art tradition, he ist, with commanding control lished by Gilcrease Museum/ represented a transition from of his various mediums of oil, University of Tulsa, explores the early Kiowa Flat Style to an tempera, watercolor and air- Mr. Crumbo’s life and repre- energetic, dynamic style which brush. An amazing designer, sents some of his best works eventually evolved into a more his compositions are compel- in the Gilcrease collection. This narrative approach, including ling, but the genius lies in his publication adds to the ongoing settings that supported his fig- details, as clearly represented series of books and exhibitions ures. He experimented with in this publication. The book dedicated to artists with whom media, and is known for his au- is a finalist for the 2013 Okla- Thomas Gilcrease established thentic representation of cos- homa Book Award in two cate- early and vital relationships, tumes, regalia, and religious gories: Non-Fiction and Design, artists such as Charles Banks ceremonies. As an educator results to be announced April Wilson, Willard Stone, and now and art director at Bacone Col- 13 by the Oklahoma Center for Woody Crumbo. lege in Muskogee, Oklahoma, the Book, Oklahoma City. April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 21 February 2013 Outstanding Achievement Award recipients

Outstanding Academic Lisa John, of Ada, Okla., is a works hard and always tries to ing, as well as with his peers.” I am not alone in saying he is Achievement February 2013 recipient of the do his best.” An honor roll student, an exceptional young man, Lauren John Chickasaw Honor Club Out- Playing basketball, football Jairus’s favorite school subject and he is well-liked among his Lauren John, 12, daughter of standing Academic Achieve- and baseball for the YMCA is is English. He attends Boil- teachers at Latta.” Tom and Lisa Joh n, ment award. a big part of Braydon’s life. He ing Springs UMC, and enjoys A self-proclaimed musician, of Ada, Okla., is Trevor is in the second grade also enjoys playing with his playing basketball, X-Box and photographer and rock n’ roll- a February 2013 at Hayes Grade Center and was baby sister, watching scary spending time with his family. er, Cain feels “blessed by God recipient of the nominated by Ada City Schools movies, video games and “I am proud of my Chickasaw to be the person I am today.” Chickasaw Honor Indian Education Director, spending time with his family. heritage and I hope someday I “I love guitars, making and Club Outstanding Jinger McClure. According to Braydon’s can learn to speak my native listening to music, old hor- Academic Achieve- “Trevor is a bright student,” biography, he is “very language,” Jairus said. “My ror films, spending time with ment award. Ms. McClure said. “He always proud to be Native Ameri- Grandpa Stan is a master lan- family and friends, and look- Lauren is in the Lauren John finishes his assigned work, and can,” and he wants to guage specialist for the Chick- ing under every rock for inspi- fifth grade at Wil- makes A’s.” “continue working hard at asaw Nation, and speaks the ration,” Cain said. “To me the lard Grade Center and was Trevor is a Boy Scout and school, listening to his parents language fluently and is always word ‘normal’ is an insult. I nominated by Ada City Schools a member of the Chickasaw and to be the best Chickasaw speaking to me.” prefer to go against the crowd Indian Education Director, Nation Mini Mayhem Jr. Lego student he can be.” Jairus plans to continue and I don’t conform easy.” Jinger McClure. team and the Native Explorer Braydon’s future plans in- making good grades in school Inspired by a passion for mu- “Lauren is a great student,” program. He likes video games, clude graduating high school and playing sports. sic, Cain started playing the Ms. McClure said. “She is a very soccer and drawing. and attending college. Outstanding Overall guitar when he was 12-years- hard worker and extremely “When I grow up,” Trevor Outstanding Achievement - Achievement old. He often looks to his heri- conscientious of her work. She said, “I will go to college, but Citizenship Cain Ott tage for inspiration. strives to do her best and al- I don’t know where I will go. “ Jairus Smith Cain Ott, 18, son “I am the oldest son of Lisa ways gives one hundred per- After college, Trevor would Jairus Smith, 11, of Ada, is of Lisa Monay Poe- Monay Poe-John and Chris Ott, cent.” like to create video games. a February 2013 John and Chris Ott, grandson of Sharon and Da- Lauren enjoys computers, Braydon Whitthorne recipient of the is a February 2013 vid Poe and great-grandson of dance and soccer. She is a Girl Braydon Whitthorne, 7, son of Chickasaw Honor recipient of the Jack and Leona Wilson,” Cain Scout and aspires to be a vet- Phillip Whitthorne Club Outstanding Chickasaw Honor Cain Ott said. “I come from a long line erinarian. and Jessica Samp- Citizenship award. Club Outstanding of proud Native artists who, to “In my free time, I like to son, is a Febru- He is the son of Bri- Achievement for this day, inspire my works.” read,” Lauren said. “One day, ary 2013 recipient ana Smith, and the Overall Student award. Looking forward, Cain would I would like to be Junior Miss of the Chickasaw grandson of Mary Jairus Smith Cain is a senior at Latta High like to continue his music, and Chickasaw.” Honor Club Out- and Stanley Smith. School and was nominated by study photography in college. Lauren’s favorite standing Achieve- Jairus is in the teacher Melinda Isaacs. “My goals in life are what- school subject is ment award. Braydon fifth grade at Latta Elementary “It is a pleasure to nominate ever the Big Guy has planned reading, and she Braydon is in Whitthorne School and was nominated by Cain,” Ms. Isaacs said. “He is a for me,” Cain said. “I hope that plans to attend the second grade language arts teacher Darci kind, considerate and creative photography may lead me into East Central Uni- at Charles Evans Elementary Reeves. young man.” a career in photojournalism.” versity. School and was nominated by “Jairus is a very respectful “Cain is always eager to en- CONTRIBUTED BY Miranda Elliott, Public Trevor John his teacher, BreAnna Roberts. young man,” Ms. Reeves said. gage in conversations about lit- Aairs. Trevor John, 7, Trevor John “Braydon is a fabulous stu- “He always uses very nice man- erature, music, art and photog- son of Tom and dent,” Ms. Roberts said. “He ners with adults in the build- raphy,” Ms. Isaacs said. “I know Chickasaw attorney honored for Indian law work Chickasaw cadet Hanna Nutt Bankruptcy and Collections He is a 1976 graduate of Bay- Division. Mr. Hurst was instru- lor University and a 1979 grad- mental in founding the Ameri- uate of the University of Texas graduates Dallas Police Academy can Indian Law Section of the School of Law. State Bar of Texas in 1993. Mr. Hurst is involved in local ny. Ms. Nutt received several The American Indian Law Indian activities and serves as achievement awards at her Section recently presented a Great Promise for American graduation. Mr. Hurst with its Lifetime Indians board member and Ms. Nutt graduated follow- Achievement Award. is engaged in the Chickasaw ing eight and one-half months Mr. Hurst is past chairman Community Council of Central of intensive training. She also of the Section and currently Texas. completed a summer intern- serves as the organization’s Mr. Hurst works in the Texas ship with the Arkansas State treasurer. A main focus of the Attorney General’s office in Police. Section is the presentation of Austin. He has over 13 years Ms. Nutt is a 2012 graduate of American Indian law confer- of state service and represents the University of North Texas ences during which Indian law Texas in bankruptcy courts in Hanna Nutt where she received a bachelor’s Jay W. Hurst topics are discussed. The most Texas and across the countr y. degree in criminal justice. recent conference included pre- He has been in the practice of A Chickasaw police cadet has She will follow up her Acade- A Chickasaw attorney has sentations and discussions re- law for 34 years and is a mem- recently graduated from the my graduation with six months recently been honored with an garding the federal Bald Eagle ber of the Texas State Bar and Dallas Police Academy. on duty with a field patrol offi- award for his work in Indian and Golden Eagle Protection the California State Bar. Hanna Nutt graduated from cer in south central Dallas. law. Act and the Migratory Bird Act. Mr. Hurst and his wife, Bev- the Academy Feb. 21. Ms. Nutt’s Ms. Nutt thanks the Chick- Jay W. Hurst is an Assis- Mr. Hurst traces his Chicka- erly, have been married over 30 twin sister, Hailey, performed asaw Nation for its support tant Attorney General with saw ancestry to the 1780s and years and have two daughters the badge pinning ceremo- throughout her academic ca- the Texas Attorney General’s the Love family. and two granddaughters. reer. 22 CHICKASAW TIMES Pride and Joy April 2013 Aaliyah Kenley Arles Jace Michael and Olivia Grayce Davis Jace Michael Davis and Aaliyah Kenley Arles is the daughter of Olivia Grayce Davis are the Sarah Arles, of Ardmore, Okla. She is the children of Joshua and Es- granddaughter of Joe and Armetta Looney, ther Davis, of Ada, Okla. of Davis, Okla. They are the grandchildren Aaliyah is so special to us because she of Mike and Sheila Davis and is our first grandchild and a blessing from Lupe Fernandez. They are God. We love her very much. the great-grandchildren of Joe and Armetta Ferrie Treadway and Ronnie Greenwood and the great- grandchildren of Billie Kel- logg and Armando Mena. These two are blessings and the light of our world! We love you, Nene and Papa Braylen Mark Stovall Haiden Michael and Ashley Rose King Braylen Mark Stovall is the son of Aaron and Jackie Stovall, of Ada, Okla. He is the grandson of Don and Christy Stockton. He is the nephew of Jessica Stockton. He has such a goofy personality. He brings laughter at such a young age. He is loving one minute and a little fire cracker the next. We cannot wait to see him fill his potential.

Allie Grisham

Allie Grisham is the daughter of Don and Kristina Grisham. She is the great- Haiden Michael, 7, and Ashley Rose King, 6, are the children of Devin granddaughter of Myles and Sandy Hom- and Lauren King, of Wylie, Texas. They are the grandchildren of Dale and er, of Ardmore, Okla. Jan Putrino, of Euless, Texas, and Dennis and Doris King, of Pampa, Texas. She is beautiful, smart and makes peo- Haiden and Ashley are kind, considerate, athletic and intelligent children. ple laugh. She is a straight A student and Their wit and zest for life makes it a real joy for others to be around them. loves to serve at her church.

Sydney Grisham

Sydney Grisham is the daughter of Don and Kristina Grisham, of Cabot, Ark. She Lindsay Grisham is the great-granddaughter of Myles and Sandy Homer, of Ardmore, Okla. Ms. Grisham just gave her parents their first grandchild, Blakely Mayo, in Lindsay Grisham is the daughter of February. Ms. Grisham is a beautiful and Don and Kristina Grisham, of Cabot, smart young lady and is a great mother Ark. She is the great-granddaughter of to her daughter. Myles and Sandy Homer, of Ardmore, Okla. Lindsay has a 4.0 grade point average and is a senior at the University of Ar- kansas. She has been active in her soror- ity, Zeta Tau Alpha, for four years. She is a blessing to her family. April 2013 Pride and Joy CHICKASAW TIMES 23

Kristin Ned Cole and Logan English

Kristin Ned, 14, is the daughter of Jody Ned, of Durant, Okla., and the grand- Cole English, 1, and Logan English, 4, are daughter of Marion Ned. the children of Jerry and Miranda English, Kristin is in the middle school and of Coalgate, Okla. They are the grandchil- high school honor choir. She sang a solo dren of Lennie and Beth Williams, of Ward- part and was awarded a N1 superior rat- ville, Okla., and Bob and Mary English, of ing. She is very involved in music and has Coalgate, Okla. a beautiful sing voice. She plans to go to Logan will celebrate her fifth birthday this Julliard School of Music when she gradu- month. She is a student of Ms. Jana Hender- ates in 2016. son with Show Biz Dance in Atoka, Okla. Cole loves the outdoors and would spend all day every day outside. Cole and Logan make every day a fun day! Skylar Irons, Olivia Robertson and Callie Jean Shanky Karma Robertson Callie Jean Shanky, 4, is the daughter Skylar Irons, Olivia Robertson and Karma of Jake and Lesley Shanky and the great- Robertson are the children of Nick and Ra- granddaughter of Bill and Becky Williard. chael Robertson, of Chickasha, Okla.. They She has a very smart young mind of her are the grandchildren of Brenda Schwenk. own, no one can get a head of her she is They are the great-grandchildren of Margaret one of a kind. Callie is very smart, just as (Keel) Willard and the great-great-grandchil- her PaPa Willard said and she has a great dren of the late Lewis Keel Jr., and Zola Keel. personality. She attends pre-kindergar- They are a blessing ten four days a week. She loves animals. These are the reasons Callie is our pride and joy. We are Pa Pa and Momas Willard to Cal- lie. Lauren Marie Smith

Lauren Marie Smith is the daughter of Matthew Smith, of Bakersfield, Calif. Lauren makes me smile, laugh and beam with pride. Lauren is the best daughter and I am truly blesses.

Ace and Phil Mays

Natalie Kirkley Natalie Kirkley is the daughter of Janet Colquitt and William Colquitt, of Lexing- ton, Okla. Natalie is a very sweet and caring six year old. She also loves to cook and help with house work.

Ace Mays and Phil Mays are the sons of Steven and Lori Mays, of Lone Grove, Okla. They are the grandchildren of Gwen and Phil Mays, David Stuckey and Linda Workman. They have brought meaning into our lives since the day they were born. They both have good hearts, great smiles and their laughter brings joy into our hearts. We love you so much. Love, Mom and Dad 24 CHICKASAW TIMES Pride and Joy April 2013 Bobbie and Ryllie Collinsworth Zane Ream Bobbie and Ryllie Collin- Zane Ream is the son of Charleen sworth are the daughters of and Zac Ream, of Alva, Okla. Nathan Collinsworth, Den- I remember how much fun and ton, Texas and the grand- happiness that my children brought daughters of Dana Collis- to me. I know now that my daughter worth. will be able to have the same enjoy- These two are my daugh- ment that I had raising her. ters. My ‘pride and joy’. My ‘A ngel a nd Pri ncess’. They are my legacy, the apple of my eye. Michelle Lee Lowe and Ridge Takoda Lowe

Kandie Lowe, Sierra Lowe and Abigail Te Ata Lowe

Kandie Lowe, of Ardmore, Okla., received her registered nurses degree from East Cen- tral University, Ada, Okla. Sierra Lowe graduated from the eighth grade at Ardmore (OK) Middle School. Abigail TeAta Lowe graduat- ed in 2012 from the Chickasaw Michelle Lee Lowe is the daughter of Lahoma Lowe. Nation Ardmore Head Start. She recently returned to Oklahoma after serving in the U.S. Navy for 16 They are the pride and joy of years. proud mother and grandmoth- Ridge Takoda Lowe, of LaCrosse, Wis., is the grandson of Lahoma Lowe. er, Lahoma Lowe, of Tishom- He is in Cub Scouts. ingo, Okla. I truly miss him very much. Isaiah James Farias Isaiah James Farias, 16, is the son of Les- lie Perry, of Ada, Okla. He is the grandson of James and Patsy Perry, of Ada, Okla. He is the great-grandson of Ruby McKinney, of Ada, and the late Kuton and Leana Smith and Leon- ard Perry and the great-great-grandson of the late Caroline Richmond Milligan and the late Ryan Matthew Costantino Viney Smith original enrollee and James R. Perry original enrollee. He has three sisters, Ryan Matthew Costantino is the son Sheena, Sheela and Angelica. He has 11 nieces of Chuck and Lindsey Costantino, of and nephews who all live in California. Weatherford, Texas. He is the grandson of Isaiah ‘IJ’, ‘Chief’ is Chickasaw/Choctaw/ Donna Costantino and the great-grand- Miss Choctaw. He attends Kingston OK) High son of Richard and Phyllis Rogers, all of School where he is active in football, basket- Weatherford. He is the great-great-great- ball and baseball. He loves to play with his grandson of Benson Brown an original Xbox, listening to music and play with the Chickasaw enrollee. family dog, Missy, a German Sherhard. I am He is the nephew of Kimberly and Troy so proud of my son, he has grown-up to be a Ott, of Weatherford. very good young man. He and I love to play He fills our lives with joy everyday. He around and laugh. We also love to watch mov- likes to play driver and is a three-year ies together. I wanna do all I can before he old computer whiz. grows up and moves on with his own life. He is my only son I love him very much. Keep up the great and wonderful work that you do. Graduate from high school, accomplish everything in life that you can, that is what I dream for you. You make me proud just being my son, we thank our great spirit each and every day. He loves his heritage very much. Love you Son, Mom April 2013 Pride and Joy CHICKASAW TIMES 25 Joseph Lane Edwards Jack, Kyson and Dauson Harris

Joseph Lane Edwards is the son Jack, Kyson and Dauson of Kristin and Jacob Edwards, of Harris are the children of Velma, Okla. He is the grandson of Casey and Rebecca Harris, Valerie and Joseph Edwards and the of Ripley, Miss. They are the great-grandson of Betty and Leon grandchildren of Delton and Edwards. Lori Crutchfield and Ruth Joseph Lane is the fourth genera- and Ken Harris. The are the tion for our family. He is a beautiful great-grandchildren of Ola and happy baby. M. Reddinger (Wolf). My children are my pride and joy because they have brought me such happiness and peace in my life. They all make me want to be a better person and better mother! Mom and Daddy love you Gage Lee Ground each so very much! Gage Lee Ground is the son of Candice Wisdom and Ricky Ground. He is the Lexi Nitcholas grandson of Louise Shields, Noah Wisdom Jr., Odelia Tiger. He is the nephew of Jay Lexi Nitcholas is the granddaughter of Wisdom, Kevin Wisdom, Derek Tiger, Ra- Larry and Vici Potts, of Wylie, Texas. chel Tiger, Keisa Tiger and Macy Tiger. He She has the biggest heart for all living is the cousin of Kanan Wisdom. things. She wants to be a vet. She is proud Gage was born May 5, 2012 and is a of her Chickasaw heritage. blessing to us and our families. He always has a smile and can make you laugh. We just want Gage to know how much we love him and he is and always will be our pride and joy. William Hughes and Luke Gabriel Horning Love you very much Gage! Momma and Daddy William Hughes Horning, 13, and Luke Gabriel Horning, 7, are the sons of the late Dawn Cole Horning and Bill and Cathy Horn- ing, of Denison, Texas. They are the grandsons of Carole and How- ard Hughes, of Madill, Okla. They Erica Hanna are the great-great-grandsons of Beulah Peal Yoakum and original Erica Hanna is the daughter of David and enrollee. Linda Hanna, of Broken Arrow, Okla., and Will attends B. McDaniel Mid- the granddaughter of Bill and Nyoka Clark. dle School and is a straight A stu- Erica is in the ninth grade at North Inter- dent. He is on the honor roll and mediate High School in Broken Arrow. Her a member of the Chickasaw Hon- favorite subject is Oklahoma History. She or Club. He was selected to take loves to play piano, draw, play games and the college SAT. He plays in the give special attention to her two cats. school band and is on the Deni- She has a special interest in her Chicka- son Raptors soccer team. saw roots, learning the culture and about Luke attends Mayes Elementary. her Chickasaw heritage. After high school He is a gifted and talented stu- she would like to attend college. dent. He loves being outside fish- ing, swimming or playing ball. He was selected for the Denison Little League All Star Team this past year and just recently attended baseball camp. Travis Koi Chito Choate They love the Lord, life their family and friends. They bring joy to everyone.

Travis Koi Chito Choate, 18, Chickasaw/ Choctaw, is the grandson of Ron and Mary Sieger, of Marietta, Okla. Nick St Clair He works so hard at school, sports and part-time on weekends and evenings. He is an awesome ball player. At 17 he worked Nick St Clair, 16, is the son of Kim and and saved to buy himself a truck. He shows Troy Barras and Jeff St Clair. He is the us all the time how much he loves us. He grandson of Arnetta Higgins, Chickasaw, will graduate in May and continue his edu- Joe Brown, Choctaw, Ginger Bishop and cation. June St Clair. We love you so much. Nick won first place at the Southern Okla- Nan and Gpa homa Technology Center’s regional compe- tition for cosmetology competition. Nick is a junior at Dickson School. He is planning to enter state cosmetology contest in April. He enters his art-work in area school con- tests and has always placed. 26 CHICKASAW TIMES Pride and Joy April 2013 Jady Carter Jake and Jayden Helm

Jady Carter is the son of Jimmy and Julie Carter, of Latta, Okla. He is the grandson of JD and Joyce Norman and Jim and Mar- cia Carter. Our child is the joy of our lives, he brings us love, joy and compassion to ev- eryone that knows Jady. His warm smile, hugs and kisses brightens the cloudi- est days. He loves and in re- turn is very loved. His hero is his grandpa, JD Norman, and wants to be like his Un- cle Tony when he grows up.

Jake and Jayden Helm are the grandsons of Karen Colbert Helm and Tony Helm. They are perfect children of God. I treasure every moment, picture, email and works of art I have from my precious boys that are growing up so fast. Caden and Olivia Carey

Violet Lewis Caden, 9, and Olivia, 5, are the children of Nick and Amber Carey, of Ada, Okla. Violet Lewis is the daughter of Ken Lewis They are the grandchildren and Christy Larson. She is the granddaugh- of Jack and Carol Bunyard, ter of Susan Lewis. of Ada, and Howard and Violet will turn two years old April 23, Susie Carey, of Oklahoma 2013. She is our pride and joy because she City. They are the great- makes everyone smile. She loves Bun Bun, grandchildren of Ms. Judy bubbles, goldfish, Elmo and her best friend Fisher, of Fittstown, Okla., Abs, who passed away in December. and Johnny and Carol Ma- nos, of Cromwell, Okla. Piper Elizabeth Morgan

Piper Elizabeth Morgan is the daughter of Clay and Beth Morgan, of Ponca City, Okla. Anna, Justice and Liyla She is the granddaughter of Phil Moran, Er- nie and Sandy Engelking and Wayne and Angie Foster. Piper is my pride and joy because one look Anna, 4, Justice, 3, and at her melts my heart. She has a beautiful Liyla, 1, are the great-grand- smile and is always happy. Piper symbolizes children of Colbert “Pops” love in its purest form. I am so lucky to have Hackler, Chickasaw Hall of her as a granddaughter. Fame inductee. These great-grandchil- dren are my pride and joy because they enjoy coming over to my house every Sat- urday, to sit on my lap and watch cartoons while eating Blakely E. Mayo a snack. I always look forward to Saturday mornings with Blakely E. Mayo is the daughter of Syd- these little Chickasaws! ney Grisham and Barrett Mayo, of Cabot, Ark. She is the granddaughter of Don and Kristina Grisham, of Cabot, and the great- granddaughter of Myles and Sandy Homer, of Ardmore, Okla. She is a delight and the first granddaugh- ter and the first great-granddaughter. April 2013 Pride and Joy CHICKASAW TIMES 27 Redek Lee, Ralee Elissa and Rylan Kay Collins Christopher Garrett Morgan

Redek Lee, Ralee Elissa Christopher Garrett Morgan, 8, is the and Rylan Kay Collins are son of Scott and Melissa Morgan. He is the children of Derek and the grandson of Vicky and Bill Gold, Shel- Rachael Collins. They are by and Gayle Morgan and Buddy Tartsah. the grandchildren of Vicky Garrett enjoys playing basketball and and Bill Gold, Tammy and baseball. He loves playing with his new Eddie Collins and Buddy puppy, Bolt. Tartsah. Redek is fun to be with. He loves to play baseball, watch DVD’s and play An- gry Birds. He loves his two little sisters, Ralee and Ry- lan. Ralee and Rylan were a true blessing when they were born. They continuously bring joy and amaze- ment to our lives. CJ Bills

CJ Bills, 15, is the son of Polly and Billy Jack Gold and Chillie Joe Bills. He Benjamin Lee Gold is the grandson of Pat Thompson, Joe and Kay Bills and Bill and Vicky Gold. Benjamin Lee Gold, 11, is the son of CJ loves playing basketball and run- Billy Jack and Polly Gold and Starla and ning cross country. He loves to fish and Rusty Christman. He is the grandson of hunt. Bill and Vicky Gold, Harold and Gwenda Depasse and Donna and John Linton. Ben loves playing football and basket- ball. He also loves to hunt and fish.

Amy Beck Hayden Misamore Amy Beck, 4 is the daughter of Carri and Dustin Beck, of Oklahoma City. She is the granddaughter of Sue and Chuck Hayden Misamore is the daugh- Oates, of Norman, Okla. ter of Christy Saunders and the Amy is our pride and joy because she granddaughter of Nancy and Gerald is full of energy, enthusiasm, giggles and Emde. love everywhere she goes. She enjoys her She is beautiful and smart. She is Montessori preschool, learning, reading, my reason for waking up. My total writing and drawing. We have lots of spe- sunshine even on stormy days. cial pictures that she makes as gifts for all. Caden James Rawlins-Bristow

Caden James Rawlins-Bristow is the son of Bobby James Bristow and Rachel Rawl- ins. He is the grandson of Bobbie Adams David Moore and Jim Ollis and Giina Rawlins and Max. Caden is so grown-up to be only 10 years David Moore is the son of Mike and old. He tries to take care of everyone and Kara Zumwalt, of Puyallup, Wash. wants everyone to be happy. He swims We are so proud of our sixth grad- like a fish and loves to play golf. He loves er. He is an inspiration to us all! He to spend his summers with his dad and has type 1 diabetes and mild autism grandparents in the Panhandle of Texas. and is still the kindest, happiest 11 We love you very much Caden. year old and continues to succeed in Gran and Grumps school. 28 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Cody Sellers Austin Carver and Dylan McPharlin Cody Sellers, 16, is the son of Len Sellers and Angie Dawkins, of Shawnee, Okla. He is the grandson of June (Chickasaw) and Jim Sellers, of Shawnee. He is a sophomore at Meeker High School. He is a good student and an avid hunter of anything that flies, swims or runs in the woods. He especially loves to duck hunt and is a member of the Da- kota Decoy youth staff. He shoots skeets for this Future Farmers of America team and placed first in the 2012 districts. In his spare time, Cody plays center field for Meeker High School baseball and rides four-wheelers. He is a wonderful grand- son. We are proud of him and love him a whole bunch! Austin Carver and Dylan McPharlin are the grandsons of Patricia Kennedy. He’s our Pride and Joy Austin and Dylan lost their mom in 2000. They were seven and 10 years old at the time. They lived with their me, graduated high school and are now con- sistently on the Deans List at University. I am so proud!

Chickasaw RN receives Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification cants must have completed two She began working at a nurs- has been an ambulatory care has changed dramatically over full years as a registered nurse ing home when she was 15 and nurse. the last twenty years and will and have a minimum of 2,000 she soon developed a passion Mrs. Stockton encourages continue to do so. Continuing hours of clinical practice in for taking care of others. She other nurses to continue their education plays a large role in ambulatory care nursing with- has worked in both inpatient educations. this change.” in the last three years. and outpatient environments, “Health care is ever-chang- CONTRIBUTED BY Amber Carey, Public Aairs Ambulatory care nursing and for the last three years she ing,” she said. “Health care promotes health to patients on an outpatient basis. “Part of outpatient care is teaching people how to man- Hypertension monitoring a key issue at Chickasaw Nation Medical Center age their disease in order to through diet, exercise and to- a healthier lifestyle. avoid hospital admission,” Mrs. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, bacco cessation. Also included “I am excited about the fu- Stockton said. Christy Stockton one of every three adults is di- in the packets is valuable in- ture of health care and the di- Prevention of illness and agnosed with hypertension. formation patients can read rection it is taking in preven- managing both acute and Hypertension, or high blood and learn about hypertension. tion of disease,” Mrs. Stockton ADA, Okla. - A Chickasaw chronic diseases to boost the pressure, can slowly progress Patients are also encouraged to said. nurse recently earned a unique overall health of patients are and is often detected during keep track of their blood pres- To learn more about con- career certification. keys to ambulatory care nurs- annual exams. Since symptoms sure by using a log to record trolling and monitoring blood Christy Stockton, a reg- ing. may not be noticeable, patients their readings until the next pressure, call the Chickasaw istered nurse, received her Mrs. Stockton wants to see may not understand the impor- doctor visit. Nation Medical Center at 580- Ambulatory Care Nursing a change in health awareness tance of seeking treatment. This initiative is a great step 436-3980. Certification in February. She among Indian patients. The Chickasaw Nation Medi- in helping patients monitor, CONTRIBUTED BY Amber Carey, Public Aairs lower blood pressure and enjoy is a board certified internal “I would love to see more cal Center team understands the importance of commu- medicine nurse and works at Native Americans be more nication between health care the Chickasaw Nation Medical health conscious,” she said. providers and patients. Since Center. “The medical center continues November 2012, Medical Cen- The Ambulatory Care Nurs- to provide staff with the tools ter Ambulatory Care nurses ing Certification is recognized and information necessary to have been implementing per- by the American Academy of help improve patients’ health.” formance improvement plans Ambulatory Care Nursing. As reported by the Bureau that help patients control and The Academy is the organiza- of Labor Statistics, there are monitor their hypertension. tion that credentials registered nearly three million nursing Christy Stockton, RN and her nurses as board certified. jobs in the U.S. The total of In- team of Ambulatory Care nurs- The Ambulatory Care Nurs- dian and Alaska Native nurses es at the medical center, hope to help patients become more ing Certification exam consists in the country is about 9,500, aware of small things they can of questions regarding clinical or just 0.3 percent of all U.S. do to improve their health. practice, communication, sys- nurses. Of all Indian and Alas- “It is the small changes we tems, current issues, trends ka Native nurses, only a few are make every day that lead to big and education. board certified. successes,” Mrs. Stockton said. According to the Academy, to Mrs. Stockton received her Hypertension patients will- be eligible for the Ambulatory bachelor’s degree in nursing ing to participate take home Care Nurse Certification Exam, from East Central University in a packet that includes blood applicants must hold a current 1993. She has a love of taking pressure wrist machines and and active RN license within care of people and promoting educational material on ways a U.S. state or territory. Appli- health and wellness. to improve blood pressure April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 29 Ada-area students attend first-ever health care career fair event was “More Fun Than a wear personal protective equip- ously decided to seek health Fair.” Circus-type activities ment for infection control. field careers. were set up for the students “The adult and infant man- Jordan Pharr, a Stonewall and KXFC 105.5 FM provided nequins were one of many High School senior, has cho- popular music for the event. popular features at this year’s sen pharmacy as her career. Sack races, raffles and give- career fair,” Pontotoc Technol- She said she was determined aways kept the mood upbeat, ogy Center marketing officer to help people with medicine. and popcorn was donated by Jayma Newport said. “The stu- Many resources are avail- Citizens Bank of Ada. dents practiced hands-on CPR able to students interested in Booths were on display techniques allowing them to a career in the health field. To throughout the building to get up-close and personal with explore opportunities in health showcase the different direct actual equipment used in each care, please call the Chickasaw patient care areas in the health profession.” Nation Human Resources Of- field. Students were given the Paige Rhoten, a Roff High fice at (580) 436-7259; Valley opportunity to speak one-on- School senior, plans to pursue View Regional Hospital Human one with radiology technicians, her career as an ultrasound Resources Department at (580) nurses, lab technicians, respi- technologist after high school. 421-1410; or Pontotoc Technol- ratory therapists and other “I think it would be a fun ogy Center at (580) 310-2200. professionals. Pontotoc Tech- and rewarding profession,” she CONTRIBUTED BY Amber Carey, Public Aairs Area high school students give injections to gain hands-on experience. nology Center practical nurs- said. ing students were on hand to Many other students attend- ADA, Okla. – Choosing a ca- portunities for students inter- demonstrate the proper way to ing the career fair had previ- reer path is a major decision ested in pursuing a career. The for most high school students. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Deciding which path to choose projected that jobs in the field can sometimes be a bit over- would grow by more than 20 whelming. Fortunately for lo- percent from 2010 through cal area high school students, 2018, twice the pace for overall community health clinics U.S. job growth. joined to provide students with Nearly 600 high school ju- a sneak peak at a career in the niors and seniors from Ada health field. and the surrounding commu- Health clinics from across nities were brought together to the community gathered at the learn about health care career Pontotoc County Agri-Plex Feb. opportunities. Participating 27 to celebrate the first Com- schools included Ada, Allen, munity Health Career Fair in Byng, Latta, Roff, Sasakwa, Ada. Stonewall, Tupelo and Vanoss. “This was a collaborative ef- “This was Ada’s first oppor- fort with Valley View Regional tunity to host a high school Hospital, Chickasaw Nation health care career fair,” said Medical Center and Pontotoc Katrina Godfrey, Valley View Technology Center to reach Regional Hospital human re- out to local youth in hopes of sources director. “We were enticing them to consider a ca- thrilled with the turnout of reer in the health field,” said students and the excitement Kate Bolitho, Chickasaw Na- they expressed at the event. To tion Health human resources provide a venue that allows us manager. “We have all worked to impact a young person’s de- together to make this event a cision to enter into the health success.” care field is very rewarding.” Health care is filled with op- The theme for this annual

Several students are instructed on how to prevent diabetes at the First Annual Health Career Fair at the Pontotoc County Agri-Plex and Convention Center. 30 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 CHICKASAW COMMUNITY COUNCILS For a complete listing of Chickasaw Nation camps, academies and other events visit www.chickasaw.net

OKLAHOMA LOUISIANA Charles Holland, 512-341-0024 ACHILLE Monroe Area Chickasaw Citizen Connection Achille Area Chickasaws Semi-Annually Chickasaw Community Council of South Texas Quarterly, last Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Chickasaw Outreach, 580-332-1165 Monthly, 2nd Sunday at 2 p.m. Kay Anders, 580-283-3979 Nancy McLarry, 830-537-4576 or 210-313-4576 MISSOURI [email protected] CONNERVILLE St. Louis Area Chickasaw Citizen Connection Connerville Chickasaw Community Council Quarterly North Texas Chickasaw Community Council Bi-Monthly, 3rd Monday at 6:30 p.m. Chickasaw Outreach, 580-332-1165 3rd Saturday, Bedford, Texas Tony Poe, 580-421-4994 Sandra Williams, 817-688-6566 NEW ENGLAND [email protected] KINGSTON New England Chickasaw Citizen Connection Chickasaws of Texoma Semi-Annually Tyler Area Chickasaw Community Council Quarterly, 4th Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Chickasaw Outreach, 580-332-1165 Quarterly Ruth McAdoo, 580-564-6803 Howard Thompson, 903-570-9244 NEW MEXICO Marshall County Chickasaw Community Council New Mexico Chickasaw Community Council Quarterly, 2nd Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Quarterly Sarah Lea, 580-564-4570 Rita Yepa, 505-350-8372

NEWCASTLE OREGON/WASHINGTON Northern Pontotoc Chickasaw Community Council Pacific Northwest Chickasaw Community Council Monthly, 2nd Thursday Quarterly Potluck at 6 p.m. and Meeting at 7 p.m. Kim Factor, 503-819-3097 or Rena Smith, 503-543- Todd Griffith, 405- 615-1303 7401

OKLAHOMA CITY TEXAS OKC Metro Chickasaw Community Council Chickasaw Community Council of Central Texas “Help Protect the People You Care About” 1st Tuesday 2nd Sunday at 2 p.m. Potluck at 6 p.m. and Meeting at 7 p.m. Betty Smith at (405) 348-7459 Complete the Customer [email protected] Service Survey and win! Devoted to Helping People Since 1926 PURCELL Chickasaw citizens who complete a tribal cus- tomer service survey can win $100. Purcell Chickasaw Community Council Credit Card Protection Bails Bond $25,000 Chickasaws can access the Customer Service Sur- Ü Ü 4th Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. 60,000 Accidental Death Benefitt Travel Discounts vey through the tribal website at www.chickasaw. Ü Ü Carolee Maxwell, 405-527-7676 Unlimited Emergency Road Servicevice Emergency Travel Assistance net. The survey seeks input from citizens regard- Ü Ü Ü Up to 100 Miles of towing Ü Coverage begins Immediately ing tribal programs, services and customer service. TISHOMINGO After completing the survey, enter the giveaway. Johnston County Chickasaw Community Council The $100 will be given away each quarter. Winners Bi-monthly, 3rd Monday at 6:30 p.m. will be announced in the Chickasaw Times. Ann Fink, 580-371-3351 ARIZONA ‘Growing Beyond Divorce’ oers alternatives, positive support Chickasaws of Arizona Quarterly Meetings recover from this life altering tran- divorce later in life” she said. “Go- Angie Ott, 480-834-7309 sition. Ms. Coffey’s latest undertak- ing through a divorce after your ing, “Growing Beyond Divorce,” is a children are grown is a unique CALIFORNIA program aimed at helping people challenge in and of itself. I under- Inland Empire/Desert Cities Chickasaw Commu- transform their pain into possibili- stand that firsthand.” nity Council ties. After reaching out during her Quarterly, 3rd Saturday 2:00 p.m. “After my divorce and the chal- own divorce and being met with a Bill Chandler, 714-604-5224 or wchandler@socal. lenges it presented I really wanted series of discouraging resources, rr.com to help others who are experienc- she saw the need for alternative re- ing similar pain,” Ms. Coffey said. sources to help others see divorce Northern California Chickasaw Citizen Connection Her website provides a free, six- as a new beginning. Quarterly step process to “Growing Beyond “The places I reached out for sup- Phil Reynolds, 916-988-8182 Divorce,” helpful articles, as well port, when I was going through as information about coaching op- my divorce actually made me feel COLORADO tions that include individual and worse rather than better,” Ms. Cof- Chickasaw Community Council of Colorado Cheryl Coffey group sessions. fey said. “I work to empower my Bi-Monthly Facing divorce, Ms. Coffey said, clients by offering them positive Stephen Bingham, 303-377-4637 can mean more than just losing support and the tools they need After working as a life coach for your companion in life - it can to overcome anger, regret or hope- KANSAS the past 10 years, Cheryl Coffey mean losing your home, economic lessness as they create a strong Chickasaw Community Council of Wichita has found a new calling. stability, and relationships with foundation, see themselves more Quarterly, 3rd Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Experiencing her own heart- family and friends. clearly and get their life back on Lynn Stumblingbear, (316) 945-9219 breaking divorce inspired her to “My area of expertise lies in help- track.” create a program to help others ing those who are going through a April 2013 CHICKASAW TIMES 31 32 CHICKASAW TIMES April 2013 Financial house in disarray? Chickasaw Nation inancial counseling can help! opportunities means you will their money. They know where other reason,” she said. “For it doesn’t show that,” she said. know how to handle these situ- it’s going, when it’s going there example, I often encourage “I can help send dispute letters ations. And it all starts with a and how much will be left over homeowners to set up a home to credit reporting agencies to simple worksheet. for other things. maintenance account so they remove old information or up- “When people come to our To help people take control will be prepared when they date new information.” credit and budgeting class, we of their finances, and save need a new roof, new plumb- All of these financial ele- sit down and on a worksheet money, Ms. Childers said all it ing or things like that. But it ments – creating a budget, we calculate their income, their took was a little simple math. could be a savings account to saving and having an accurate monthly expenses and find She helps each client complete prepare for any situation, in- credit report – are important out what is left,” Ms. Childers a budget worksheet to see ex- cluding perhaps paying taxes in keeping a sound financial said. “For my clients, I usually actly how much money is spent at the end of the year.” house. have them write down all the on something as simple as One way to help on taxes is Upcoming homeownership things they spend money on in a soda a day over a month. It to be a homeowner. Home own- education classes, 6:30 to 9 a month. That’s when they are is at that moment when most ership, Ms. Childers said, is of- p.m. are free and open to the surprised with the results.” people get the “aha!” moment ten the impetus for a family to public. Financial publisher Bankrate of where and how they can properly manage its financial April 9 -- Chickasaw Nation Kyra Childers has reported that nearly one- start to save. picture. Ms. Childers helps po- Division of Housing, 111 Rose- third of Americans are most “Once they see that, we then tential homeowners get started dale Rd., Ada Kyra Childers is a Chickasaw concerned with staying cur- can start to make adjustments on that path by hosting home April 23 -- Ben Harris Com- Nation loan services and coun- rent or getting caught up with to get a true number on what ownership education classes at munity Building, 500 S. “B” St selor manager. She has seen their bills, and that one-fifth of they can afford and how much no charge to the public. #41, Davis her share of panicked clients Americans say saving money is they can save,” Ms. Childers “It’s never too late to start May 7 -- Chickasaw Nation over the years. their top priority. said. “We can then discuss preparing for home owner- Division of Housing, 111 Rose- Recently, a client of Ms. According to financial writer goals such as purchasing a ship,” she said. “Pulling credit dale Rd., Ada Childers’ came running into Patty Kleen at WorldofFinance. home or a car or any large pur- reports, cleaning up informa- May 21 – Chickasaw Purcell her office. She was crying biz, it’s a misconception that chase.” tion on those reports, starting Regional Office, 1603 S. Green and worried because a debt creating a household budget This, Ms. Childers said, was a savings plan, all of that is Ave., Purcell collector had called threaten- is something only for wealthy the first step anyone can take what you do when you want to For more information on the ing arrest if she didn’t pay an families. Not tracking pur- in preparing for life’s necessi- buy a house.” Chickasaw Nation Counseling amount the collector claimed chases and bill payments, Ms. ties and surprises – including It wasn’t uncommon, Ms. and Loan Services, call (580) she owed. Kleen writes, can give someone tax time. Childers said, to find incorrect 421-8800. This wasn’t the first time the feeling of no control over “I help people schedule a personal information as well as Childers had heard this story, their finances. By creating a savings timeline, divided by credit information on a credit CONTRIBUTED BY Deborah Large, Public Aairs. or one like it. Gaining finan- budget, she writes, the indi- pay periods, that can be used report. cial literacy through the tribe’s vidual, couple or family have for anything they want to pur- “A report could show a credit counseling and loan services complete and total control over chase or just save for some card that has been paid off but

Chickasaw Foundation awards Chickasaw Foundation Court Advocates now available in scholarships to York, Marshall, Thompson offers many scholarships; Ardmore, Ada and Purcell Court Advocate Services are now available in application deadline June 1 Ardmore, Ada, and Purcell to assist Native Amer- icans with legal problems. The Chickasaw Foundation offers a variety of schol- To make an appointment call 1-800-479-1459. arships. This is a service provided by the tribal court Each year the Foundation application is offered in system. early spring and lists available scholarships along with their criteria and amount. Connor York Collin Marshall Kit Thompson Scholarship funding begins with each fall semester and is dependent upon the availability of funding. Scholarship awards shall be made payable directly The Chickasaw Foundation is pleased to announce to the student’s designated college or university. Re- Mr. Connor York as the spring 2013 recipient of the quirements and amounts for each funding source Bank2 Ta-ossaa-asha’ Scholarship. He is a freshman at may change during the course of a school year. All Texas A&M University majoring in accounting. scholarship applications and supporting documenta- Mr. Collin Marshall, a junior at Santa Monica College tion must be delivered or postmarked by the stated majoring in biochemistry, is one of the spring 2013 deadline date – June 1 - to be considered for funding. recipients of the James and Carolee Cundiff Grants. The Chickasaw Foundation provides educational as- Ms. Kit Thompson, a freshman at the University of sistance for students who demonstrate excellence in North Dakota majoring in elementary education, is academics, community service, a dedication to Native one of the spring 2013 recipients of the James and America and a commitment to learning. Carolee Cundiff Grants. You may contact (580) 421-9030 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for any infor- mation regarding Foundation scholarships.

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CHICKASAW NATION TRIBAL LEGISLATURE AGENDA ITEM #6: REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Members voting yes: Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, REGULAR SESSION HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT by Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean Legislature Building Committee Chair Dean McManus McManus, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Ada, Oklahoma General Resolution Number 30-018, Assurances Steve Woods February 15, 2013 for the Indian Community Development Block Grant 10 yes votes AGENDA ITEM #1 CALL MEETING TO ORDER Program U.S. Department of Housing and Urban De- Members voting no: Beth Alexander, Katie Case Chairperson Steve Woods called the meeting to or- velopment Southern Plains Office of Native American 2 no votes der at 9:00 a.m. Programs The motion to call for the question carried. AGENDA ITEM #2 ROLL CALL This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s A vote was taken to approve GR30-018. Members present: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs , application for an Indian Community Development Members voting yes: Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Block Grant for a community facility funded by the Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, Da- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, McManus, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Scott Wood, vid Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods for the establishment of a Children’s Development Steve Woods Member absent: Connie Barker Center to be located in Ardmore, Carter County, Okla- 10 yes votes Staff present: Robert Cheadle, Legislative Counsel, homa. Members voting no: Beth Alexander, Katie Case Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary, Harold Stick, A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by 2 no votes Sergeant-At-Arms Mr. Woerz to approve GR30-018. The motion to approve GR30-018 carried. Guests present: Wilma Pauline Stout Watson, Mike Mrs. Alexander inquired if another resolution would Ms. McManus concluded her report. Watson, Michael L. Wingo, Ashley Large, Dana Lance be forthcoming for the $7 million mentioned in the AGENDA ITEM #7 NEW BUSINESS (Comments Chairperson Woods appointed Mr. Perkins as Secre- body of the resolution, and she asked the number of from Citizens) tary Pro Tempore in the absence of Ms. Barker. Chickasaw children that would benefit from this facil- Chairperson Woods announced a reception in rec- AGENDA ITEM #3 INVOCATION ity. Ms. McManus stated by approving this resolution, ognition of Mr. Robert Cheadle and his 15 years of Invocation was given by Ms. Green. it would also approve the noted expenditures for the service with the Nation will be held after the session. AGENDA ITEM #4 READING OF MINUTES - facility. The Ardmore center will use the same point Mrs. Alexander reported on the Senior Citizens Val- January 17, 2013 system as they use in Ada, and Chickasaw children entine Banquet. A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by will have priority. Mrs. Alexander stated she supports Mr. Mike Watson made comments on GR30-018 and Mrs. Alexander to approve the minutes of January 17, the grant for the Children’s Development Center, but on financial audits of the Nation. 2013. she could not support the $7 million expenditure AGENDA ITEM #8 ADJOURNMENT Members voting yes: mBeth Alexander, Linda without more detail. The Legislative Session adjourned at 9:18 a.m. Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Mr. Woerz was in favor of the resolution because it Respectfully submitted, Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Per- would provide daycare services for Native Americans Connie Barker, Secretary kins, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods desiring to work, and in some cases assist families in Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature 12 yes votes becoming a two income household. Ms. Briggs stated Prepared by: The motion to approve the minutes of January 17, there were not enough head start programs in the Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary 2013, carried unanimously. area to serve all the children that qualify. Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature AGENDA ITEM #5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS A motion was made Ms. Briggs and seconded by Mr. There was no unfinished business. Woerz to call for the question.

MARCH 2013 RESOLUTIONS General Resolution Number 30-019 Explanation: Kepco Operating Inc. (Kepco), Post Of- $2,500.75, which is ½ of the total cost for materials Revocable Use Permit to Pioneer Telephone Coop- fice Box 910, Kilgore, Texas 75663-0910, entered into a equaling $5001.50. Mr. Wheeler’s rental payment erative, Inc. three-year Oil and Gas Lease (#503-8611) through the to the Bureau is set at $3,250.00 per year of which Fire and Rescue Tract in Ada, Oklahoma Bureau of Indian Affairs, Subsurface Leasing, on land the Choctaw Nation receives 75% or $2437.5, and the Explanation: This resolution approves the Revoca- jointly owned by the Choctaw Nation and Chickasaw Chickasaw Nation receives 25% or $812.50. The Choc- ble Use Permit to Pioneer Telephone Cooperative, Inc. Nation. The lease contained a scrivener’s error de- taw and Chickasaw Nations will pay their respective (Pioneer), Post Office Box 539, Kingfisher, Oklahoma scribing the acreage set for in the lease, based on the parts of the material cost of $2,500.75 by reducing Mr. 73750-0539 on the Fire and Rescue Tract located in official records maintained by the Bureau’s Land Title Wheeler’s 2013 rental payment as follows: $3,250.00 Ada. The term of the permit is one year, with an op- Records office: From: 3.03 acres more or less To: 3.30 (rent) - $2,500.75 (½ materials) - $749.25 rent remain- tion to renew for an additional term of one year. The acres more or less. Kepco has been notified of this ing due for 2013, of which the Choctaw Nation will permit rental is $500.00 per year. The approval of change and is requested to submit additional bonus receive $561.94 and the Chickasaw Nation will receive this permit request will allow Pioneer to access the due in the amount of $135.00, plus $0.21 in additional $187.31. property to perform surveys, soils tests, and other en- annual rental per acre. Property Location: McCurtain County gineering procedures or environmental investigations Presented By: Land Development Committee Presented by: Land Development Committee necessary to determine if the construction of a Com- Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda munications Antenna Facility on the Property will be Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo compatible with Pioneer’s engineering. Ground dis- Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, turbance and construction activities are not allowed Scott Wood, Steve Woods. Scott Wood, Steve Woods. under this permit. Absent: Dean McManus Absent: Dean McManus Property Location: Fire and Rescue Tract, Ada, General Resolution Number 30-021 General Resolution Number 30-022 Oklahoma Amendment to Agricultural Lease No. G09-1752 in Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in Presented By: Land Development Committee McCurtain County Carter County Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Explanation: Agricultural Lease No. G09-1752 is Explanation: This Resolution approves the Chicka- Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo for grazing purposes, on property belonging to the saw Nation’s request to acquire real property in Ard- Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Chickasaw and Choctaw Nations, described as: Lots more, Carter County Oklahoma, for expansion of the Scott Wood, Steve Woods. 7, 8 and 9 in Section 16; Lots 6 and 7 in Section 20; Chickasaw Nation Carter Seminary area, property is Absent: Dean McManus Lots 9 thru 18 inclusive and the NE¼ SW¼ of Section described as: General Resolution Number 30-020 21, all in Township 9 South, Range 24 East, McCur- A tract of land in the W/2 NW/4 NE/4 and the E/2 To Approve Modification to Oil and Gas Lease in tain County, Oklahoma, containing 330.60 acres, more NE/4 NW/4 of Section 19, Township 4 South, Range 2 Pittsburg County or less, in favor of Curtis Wheeler, and the proposed East, Carter County, Oklahoma (formerly being Block Previously approved by Resolution Number 29- amendment to the lease is for the construction of a 62 and 67, College Hill Addition to Ardmore, Okla- 010 new 1¼ mile of fence along the west boundary of the (Tribal Tract 1464½) property. Mr. Wheeler will pay for all labor costs and SEE RESOLUTIONS, PAGE 36 34 CHICKASAW TIMES obituaries April 2013

Vincent P. Hennigan and wife, knew her as outgoing, friendly gree in aviation. his mother-in-law, Lucia Rech, Edith Cavell Janet, all of Tulsa; a sister-in- and giving. She wanted all to He married Anke Spitzhorn of Nannhausen, Germany; six law, Genevieve N. Burns and be happy and was very proud January 2, 1987 at Oklahoma nieces, Natalie, Ashleigh, Tif- Hennigan husband, Jay, of Oklahoma of her Chickasaw heritage. City. fany, Melissa, Emory and Char- City; grandchildren, Scott Da- Her funeral was a beauti- Mr. Montgomery retired as a lotte G.; three nephews, Dustin, vid Blomeyer, Shari Beth Tal- ful tribute to a beautiful lady. Chief Warrant Officer 4 after Dylan and Baylor; and numer- ley, Christopher L. Hennigan The congregation sang some a very distinguished 23 years ous friends and co-workers. II, Shannon Dale Hennigan, of her favorite hymns, scrip- in the Army. He was a Master Mr. Montgomery touched so Andrea Gail McGuire, Matthew tures were read, prayers were Aviator with more than 4,700 many lives with his caring and Isaac Hennigan and Ryan An- offered and a recording of safe flight hours, culminating humbling ways. He was the thony Hennigan; four great- Boomer Sooner told of her love as the Officer in Charge of the epitome of a Christian with his grandchildren; and many other for the University of Oklahoma Oklahoma Counterdrug Avia- pure, compassionate, thought- relatives as well as a host of football. tion Task Force. He was a grad- ful and empowering spirit. He friends. She is survived by her hus- uate of the Air Assault course will be missed by many. The family suggests dona- band, Vaden Martin; two chil- and was also a distinguished tions to Birthright of Bartles- dren, Lisa Denise Martin Garri- graduate of the U.S. Army ville. son and husband, Dennis Gar- Flight School Program. During Forrest Lane Online condolences may be rison, and Lori Dawn Martin his time in the U.S. Army he left at www.honoringmemo- Sampson and husband, Mark became a trusted maintenance Willis ries.com Sampson; grandchildren, Mat- test pilot for the OH-58 Kiowa. thew Martin Garrison, Zachary For more than 16 years he Edith Cavell Hennigan, 88, Scott Garrison, Robbie Samp- excelled as one of the nation’s died March 3, 2013. A Rosary Juanita Elaine son and Joshua Sampson; a best counterdrug pilots. His service was March 5 at Arnold sister, Alciia Jeanette Bourland vast awards include the Good Moore/Neekamp Funeral Home Bourland Martin Abbott; a nephew, Neal Abbott Conduct Medal, numerous U.S. with Mass of Resurrection III; a niece, Alicia Abbott Ri- Army Achievement medals, March 6 at St. John Catholic gney; and many other family Armed Forces Reserve medal, Church, Bartlesville, Okla. and friends. National Defense Service med- Mrs. Hennigan was born Oc- She will be missed by all who al, Army Commendation med- tober 10, 1924 at Mannsville, knew her for she touched so al, Oklahoma Commendation Okla., to Benjamin F. and Wil- many lives. medal and Meritorious Service lie Mae (Webb) Bean. medal. She was educated in the Ar- One of Mark’s most notable Mark Alan Forrest Lane Willis, 34, of dmore (OK) School System and achievements, the Clarence R. Thackerville, Okla., died March graduated in 1943. She mar- Montgomery Clarkson Aviation Safety med- 9, 2013, at Gainesville, Okla. ried Henry William Hennigan al, was awarded three times for Graveside services were March December 4, 1943 at Shaw- his skill as a pilot. He received 13, at the Fairview Cemetery nee, Okla. They made their top accolades and certificates in Gainesville with Dr. Eddie home in Ardmore until 1946 from local and federal law en- Chennault and pastor Murray when they moved to Borger, forcement such as OBN, the McMurray officiating. Texas. In 1954 they moved to United States Forest Service, Mr. Willis was born March Bartlesville where they lived Oklahoma State Police, the 20, 1978, at Denton, Texas to the remainder of their lives. US Marshals and the DEA. He Terry James Willis and Pamela Sue Owen Willis. Mrs. Hennigan was a member Juanita Elaine Bourland Mar- was awarded the Governor’s He enjoyed music through of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, tin died December 17, 2012. Commendation for his many all mediums and enjoyed ev- OSPE Auxiliary, Federated Arts She was buried December 22, unselfish outstanding acts to ery genre. He loved cars, and Association past president, St. 2012 on her 80th birthday in reduce illegal drugs in Okla- hanging out with his friends John Catholic Church and the Madill (OK) Cemetery along homa. and family. St. John Altar Society. She was side her parents, grandparents, Mr. Montgomery joined He was preceded in death by a career homemaker and had aunts and uncles. Eagle Med as a pilot in 2011 his grandfather, Cecil Willis; a longtime interest in fashion Mrs. Martin was born Dec. and quickly rose to safety grandmother, Elizabeth Neely; design and art. She also en- 22, 1932 to William Robert officer and was then pro- and stepbrother, Paul Ritchie. joyed crafts and textile paint- Bourland and Mabel Morgan Mark Alan Montgomery, 47, moted lead pilot for Eagle He is survived by his father ing. Mrs. Hennigan was very Bourland. She was the grand- of Norman, Okla., died Febru- Med 7 located in Oklahoma and stepmother, Terry and Cindy Willis, of Gainesville; proud of her heritage and to daughter of Henry W. Bourland ary 22, 2013 at Oklahoma City City. mother and stepfather, Pam be a member of the Chickasaw and Frances Emma Dutton while flying a medic helicopter He was preceded in death by and Jimmy Craft, of Thacker- Nation. She was a very active Bourland, and William Frank- for Eagle Med. Mass of Chris- his father, Dale Montgomery; ville; a brother Colton Willis and loving person that will be lin Morgan and Lela R. Penny tian burial was March 1 at St. and grandparents. and his wife, Erica Pisciotta, of missed by many. Morgan. Mark the Evangelist Catholic He is survived by his wife Carrollton, Texas; a stepbroth- She was preceded in death She attended school in Ma- Church, Norman, with a prayer of 26 wonderful years, Anke, er Jamie Ritchie and his wife, by her parents, Benjamin and dill and married Royce Vaden vigil February 28. Burial was of the home in Norman, Okla.; Annette, of Grapevine, Texas; Willie Mae Bean; her loving Martin in 1951. They moved to in Sunset Memorial Park Cem- his two caring daughters, a stepbrother David Craft and husband Henry; twin daugh- Ardmore in early 1957, where etery, Norman. Brandi Montgomery and Court- his wife, Connie, of Gaines- ters, Sharon and Karen Henni- they continued to live. Mr. Montgomery was born ney Montgomery, both of the ville; a stepsister, Lori Colwell, gan; and a sister-in-law, Helen As a teenager she was bap- October 29, 1965 at Oklaho- home; his mother, Charlotte of Gainesville; nephews, Kon- nor Willis, Dylan Willis and R. Hall. tized and was a member of ma City to Dale and Charlotte Newton, of Oklahoma City; a Nicholas Pisciotta; grandpar- She is survived by her chil- the Lord’s Church (Church of (Henley) Montgomery. brother, Richard Montgomery, ents Virgil and Ruth Williams, dren, Morna Camille Blomeyer, Christ), Madill and later in Ar- He attended public schools of Seagoville, Texas; two sis- and Gene and Faye Owen, all of of Flower Mound, Texas, Timo- dmore, Okla. in Oklahoma City, graduating ters, Lisa Torres and husband, Gainesville; special significant thy M. Hennigan, Christopher She loved her family and from Western Heights High Scott and Dana Holliday and other, Amber Smith, of Gaines- L. Hennigan and wife, Cheryl, friends. Since she was a very School in 1983. He later en- husband, Rod, all of Okla- ville; and numerous aunts, un- Elizabeth A. Clinton and hus- young girl, she loved taking rolled at Oklahoma State Uni- homa City; his father-in-law, cles and cousins. band, Darrell, all of Bartles- care of babies and put every- versity, Stillwater, graduating Richard Spitzhorn and wife, Visit the online registry at ville, Tony W. Hennigan and one ahead of herself. Everyone with a bachelor of science de- Irmi, of Mogendorf, Germany; www.geojcarroll.com. April 2013 obituaries CHICKASAW TIMES 35

need. He enjoyed attending families; and numerous cous- Allen Seymour the Independent Cash Register ins. COMMITTEE REPORTS Dealers Association conven- In lieu of flowers, the family Committee of the Whole nie Barker, Linda Briggs, Tim Rodke tions throughout the United requests donations be made to Meeting Colbert, Nancy Elliott, David States and meeting with all the United Methodist Women at March 11, 2013 Woerz of his friends in the business. First United Methodist Church Present: Beth Alexander, Absent: Steve Woods Mr. Rodke secured many suc- and PAWS Animal Shelter in Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Land Development Commit- cessful transactions when he Pauls Valley. Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy tee owned Texas Cash Register, in- Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Shana March 4, 2013 cluding large sales to 7-Eleven Hammond, Dean McManus, Present: Linda Briggs, Beth Corporation and the Army-Air Toby Perk ins, Dav id Woerz, Alexander, Connie Barker, Tim Scott Wood, Steve Woods Colbert, Mary Jo Green Force Exchange Service. He re- Carl Wayne Education Committee Absent: David Woerz, Steve ceived numerous sales awards, March 4, 2013 Woods including a Cadillac, a trip to Frazier Present: Nancy Elliott, Beth March 11, 2013 the Caribbean, and several Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie Present: Linda Briggs, Beth trips to Japan and Hong Kong. Case, Toby Perkins Alexander, Connie Barker, Tim Mr. Rodke retired and relo- Absent: Shana Hammond, Colbert, Mary Jo Green, David cated to Pauls Valley in 2001 to Steve Woods Woerz manage the family farm that Finance Committee Absent: Steve Woods had been his father’s Chicka- March 11, 2013 saw Indian allotment. The Rod- Present: Toby Perkins, Con- ke family was one of the first Allen Seymour Rodke, 73, of Chickasaw families to settle in Pauls Valley, Okla., died March Garvin County. Recycling 11, 2013. Services were March He enjoyed history and told Aluminum & Cans, A.C., Alternators, 15, at Stufflebean-Coffey Fu- many good stories about Indi- Mowers, Batteries, Starters neral Home with Reverend ans and the West. He collected Mark Watson officiating. Inter- Indian and Southwest art. He ment followed in Paoli Cem- was a sports car and outdoor (580) 559-6762 - (580) 235-0300 etery. enthusiast and enjoyed hunt- Carl Wayne Frazier 62, of Hwy 1 C.R. 3540, Latta, OK He was born November 13, ing, camping, fishing, and hik- Oklahoma City, died Decem- Closed on Sunday 1939 to Benjamin Paul and Ha- ing with his many pet dogs. ber 6, 2012 at St. Anthony Hos- zel Gladys (Murray) Rodke at He especially enjoyed trav- pital, Oklahoma City. Services Pauls Valley. eling with his wife on trips were December 10, at Glorieta Mr. Rodke’s family moved to England, Scotland, and to Baptist Church, Oklahoma City Chickasaw Citizen to Oklahoma City in the early Italy for their daughter’s wed- with Rev. Ledtkey McIntosh of- 1940s. During his youth, he ding. Traveling extensively ficiating. Interment followed at and his father enjoyed working during their retirement years, Heritage Burial Park in South on scooters and cycles, which they went on some great trips, Lakes Cemetery, Oklahoma included a Ranger, a small Har- which included jeep riding on City. ley, and an Indian Chief. The many old mining roads in Col- Mr. Frazier was born October Rodke family helped found orado. They took their grand- 25, 1950, to Tommy and Lizzie Metropolitan Baptist Church sons with them on one of these Brown Frazier at Talihina, in Oklahoma City. Mr. Rodke trips in 2012. They enjoyed rid- Okla. He attended school in graduated from Northeast High ing their Harley over Beartooth Oklahoma City and graduated School in 1957. He attended Pass and through Yellowstone from Capitol Hill High School. Oklahoma State University National Park and also riding He married Sharon Lee Ta- and then moved to Enid, Okla., snow mobiles in Yellowstone. laswaima November 15, 1980 where he was employed by Na- Mr. Rodke planned lots of at Henryetta, Okla. They were tional Cash Register Corpora- wonderful trips, including a married for 32 years and made tion. float trip through the Grand their home in Oklahoma City. He married Virginia “Gini” Canyon, riding jeep roads in Mr. Frazier was a quality con- Mussler June 30, 1963, at a Big Bend National Park, and trol technician for Cooper Oil Young Life Ranch in Buena Vis- exploring every part of New Tool where he retired in 1994. Scott J. Taylor, Geologist ta, Colo. The service was offici- Mexico in their jeep and on He was a member of Glorieta ated by Bud Carpenter, a good their Harley. Baptist Church. Oil & Gas Investment Evaluations friend and Young Life leader. He had a good sense of hu- He is survived by his wife, P.O. Box 51269, Amarillo, TX 79159 The Rodkes moved to Dayton, mor that he kept with him un- Sharon Frazier, of the home; a Ohio, in 1967, the home office til the end. He loved his family son, CJ Frazier, of the home; a 806-358-2282 of National Cash Register. He and friends and was good at daughter Shannon Denson and traveled throughout the Unit- keeping in touch with people husband, Chief Warrant Officer Buy, Sell or Negotiate Mineral Sales ed States as a specialist on NCR around the country. He espe- 2 Christopher Denson, Junc- Purchases computers and bank proof ma- cially missed his good comput- tion City, Kansas; three grand- Lease Negotiations chines. er and hunting buddy, Michael children, Tyler, Zachary and Chickasaw Citizen In 1971, the family moved D. Lesieur, who passed away Madison Denson; three broth- to the Dallas/Fort Worth area, several years ago. ers Curtis Frazier and wife Fre- where Mr. Rodke started his He was preceded in death by ida, Houston; Jerry Frazier and first company, Allied Business his parents, Benjamin Paul and wife Sandra, Norman, Okla.; Machines. During the next 30 Hazel Rodke; and a son, Brian and Harold Frazier, Oklahoma JW CUSTOM FLUTES years, he purchased and sold Allen Rodke. City; and a sister, Betty Martin, several companies that dealt He is survived by his wife, El Reno, Okla. We specialize in Authentic Native American Arts in office machines, accounting Virginia, of the home; his Pallbearers were Donnie Ah- : Custom and Commission projects systems, computers, and com- daughter, Elizabeth Rodke haitty, Tom Brantley, Danny : Private and Commercial Projects puter software. In addition to Washburn, her husband, Kevin Duran, Jason Harjo, Ron McIn- : CUSTOM and HANDMADE FLUTES Allied, these companies includ- K. Washburn, and their sons, tosh and Alan Washington. : Original Art : Limited Edition Prints : Sculpture ed Western Data Processing, Colbert Evan and Ford Wallace Honorary pallbearers were : Silver/Gold Jewelry : Carved Exotic Eggs : Gospel Music Texas Cash Register, and Rodke Washburn, of Chevy Chase, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Chis- & Associates. He was a very in- Md.; a sister, Vera Pauline Rod- topher Denson, Tyler Denson, Jack Pettigrew Wendell Pettigrew volved owner of his companies ke; nieces, Gabrielle Garrett Zachary Denson, Kendall Fra- (580) 310-9974 (580) 310-0492 and helped his friends and Wakeland, Erin Garrett Lyles, zier, Gerry Frazier and Shane (520) 743-6544 cell (580) 235-8362 cell employees when they were in and Pamela Filipelli, and their Frazier. 36 CHICKASAW TIMES in the legislature April 2013

CONTINUED RESOLUTIONS | FROM PAGE 33 homa, including the dedicated alleyways and Maple Property Location: 15 East Vinita Street, Sulphur, Scott Wood, Steve Woods. Street Northwest, lying between said Blocks 62 and 67, Oklahoma Absent: Dean McManus also the west half of Chickasaw Street NW extending Use: Addition to the Artesian Site property General Resolution Number 30-026 South 530 feet from the north line of said Block 67) Purpose: Self-determination/Economic Develop- To Repeal and Replace General Resolution 30-003 described as follows: beginning at a point 192.06 feet ment and west and 6.87 feet south of the northeast corner of Presented by: Land Development Committee Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in said E/2 NE/4 NW/4, said point begin the same point Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Marshall County platted originally as the northwest corner of Block 67, Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Explanation: This resolution approves the Chicka- College Hill Addition to Ardmore, Oklahoma: thence Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, saw Nation’s repeal and replacement of GR 30-003 in south along the east line of Harris Street, 700.00 feet Scott Wood, Steve Woods. order to correct a typographical error in the previ- to a point on the North line of Locust Street, said point Absent: Dean McManus ously submitted legal description of real property, to being the same point platted originally as the south- General Resolution Number 30-025 be acquired from HCG Realty Holdings LLC, Located west corner of said Block 62; thence east along the Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in in Marshall County, Oklahoma, correctly described in north line of Locust Street, 400.00 feet to a point on Marshall County Exhibit “A” and hereby incorporated by reference to- the west line of Chickasaw Street, said point being the Explanation: This Resolution approves the Chicka- gether with all improvements thereon, if any, in their same point platted originally as the southeast corner saw Nation’s request to acquire real property in Ma- present condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted. of said Block 62; thence north along the west line of dill, Marshall County Oklahoma, to be used for the The Governor is authorized to request the Bureau of Chickasaw Street, 170.00 feet to a point, said point be- Boys and Girls Club and to expand services for other Indian Affairs to place the property U.S.A. in Trust for ing the said point platted originally as the southeast programs in the Marshall County area. The property the Chickasaw Nation after acquisition, if such action corner of Lot 1, said Block 62; thence east 30.00 feet is described as: is advantageous. to the centerline of Chickasaw Street; thence North All of Lot 1 and all of Lot 6 and a part of Lot 7, LESS Property Location: Approximately .75 miles north 530.00 feet to a point, said point being 30.00 feet east A TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS: Beginning at the of the Red River on Highway 377 of that point originally platted as the northeast corner Southeast corner of Lot 7; thence West along the North Use: To be utilized for economic development of said of said Block 67; thence west 430.00 feet to the right of way of Francis Street a distance of 100 feet; Presented By: Land Development Committee point of beginning, containing 6.793 acres, more or thence North a distance of 70 feet; thence East par- Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda less. allel to Francis Street a distance of 53.88 feet to the Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Property Location: Harris and Locust Road, Ard- intersection of U.S. Highway 70; thence Southeasterly Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, more, Oklahoma along the West right of way line of U.S. Highway 70 a Scott Wood, Steve Woods. Use: Carter Seminary Additional distance of 83.85 feet to the point of beginning, all Absent: Dean McManus Purpose: Self-determination located in Block 153 in the City of Madill, Oklahoma, Presented by: Land Development Committee according to the official plat and survey thereof. Chickasaw Nation Ada Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda AND Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo The East 55 feet of Lot 2 in Block 153 in the City of Senior Citizens Gift Shop Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. 3227"Ejcodgt"Nqqr"̋"Cfc."QM"̋" Scott Wood, Steve Woods. Property Location: Burney Street, Madill, Okla- Absent: Dean McManus homa (580) 436-1007 General Resolution Number 30-023 Use: Youth and Family Services Agricultural Lease No. G09-1772 in Pushmataha Purpose: Self-determination Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. County Presented by: Land Development Committee Beaded Items Handmade Items Explanation: This resolution approves Agricultur- Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda al Lease No. G09-1772, for grazing purposes only, on Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Native American Jewelry property belonging to the Chickasaw and Choctaw Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, CChickasaw T-shirts and etc. Nations, described as: SW¼ NW¼ of Section 14, Town- ship 2 North, Range 22 East, Pushmataha County, Oklahoma, containing 40 acres, more or less, in favor 2012 Tribal Legislature of LuLua Al Sabah. The proposed lease will be for a five (5) year term beginning May 1, 2011, and expir- Following is a list of the Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislators including their address and phone numbers. ing on April 30, 2016, with a per annum payment of If you have any questions or need any information, please contact the legislator in your area. $500.00, of which the Chickasaw Nation will receive $125.00. Pontotoc District Pickens District Tishomingo District Property Location: Pushmataha County Seat # Seat # Seat # Presented by: Land Development Committee 1. Toby Perkins 1. David Woerz 1. Scott Wood Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda 15810 CR 1569 P.O. Box 669 204 East Main Street Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Ada, OK 74820 Ardmore, OK 73402 Tishomingo, OK 73460 Green, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, (580) 399-2606 Cell (580) 235-3240 (580) 221-1430 Scott Wood, Steve Woods. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Absent: Dean McManus 2. Nancy Elliott 2. Connie Barker 2. Tim Colbert General Resolution Number 30-024 620 Ann 509 SW 7th Ave. P.O. Box 773 Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in Ada, OK 74820 Marietta, OK 73448 Sulphur, OK 73086 Murray County (580) 399-4374 (580) 272-4175 (580) 421-7242 Explanation: This Resolution approves the Chicka- [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] saw Nation’s request to acquire real property in Sul- phur, Murray County Oklahoma, described as follows: 3. Katie Case 3. Linda Briggs 3. Steven Woods The East half of lot 2 in Block 158, City of Sulphur, 14368 County Road 3597 P.O. Box 241 5071 Gray’s Road Murray County, Oklahoma. Ada, OK 74820 Marietta, OK 73448 Davis, OK 73030 (580) 272-8385 (580) 272-7268 (580) 272-7270 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

4. Dean McManus 4. Shana Tate Hammond Panola District 5980 CR 3430 801 N. Mississippi Seat # Ada, OK 74820 Ada, Oklahoma 1. Beth Alexander (580) 235-2651 (580) 235-1438 Box 246 [email protected] [email protected] Achille, OK 74720 (580) 272-7850 5. Mary Jo Green [email protected] 2000 E. 14th Place [email protected] Ada, OK 74820 (580) 310-4563 [email protected]