“Offi cial newspaper of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska since January 12, 1972” Published Bi-Weekly for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska • Volume 40, Number 19, Saturday, September 29, 2012 Bago Rez Celebrates Fall Harvest Bago Bits…

Running the show at the recent Dedication Ceremony for Rock River Manufacturing in Winnebago were; Left to right: Sheila Hauswirth, Kara Ransom. Back row: Greg Peck, Erin Morgan, Daniel Roberts, Manape La Mere, Leisa Guerrero

The Winnebago Health Department took the lead again this year and sponsored the Winnebago Tribe’s “Fall Harvest Celebration,” with Prin- cesses and everything. The evening began with a nutritious meal prepared by the “Kidz Café” kitchen and was followed up by a Powwow. During the Powwow a Princess Committee chose a set of new Princesses for the Harvest Celebration. Miss Angelina DeLeon was chosen as the Jr. Harvest Princess and Miss Skylar Kennedy was chosen as the Sr. Harvest Princess. That’s poster boy, Tunny Cleveland who served as the Celebration’s Head Man Dancer, and Jalisa Horn, as the Head Woman Dancer.

The Winnebago Tribal Health Department Ho-Chunk, Inc. Launches New Lincoln IndoorFootball Team is holding another session of “Walking Wellness” for local youth. Here staff make The new team has already signed Lucky in July, 2011. sure participants get across highway 75 two former Cornhusker standouts, “We are excited to bring this new safely during their afterschool walk. Cory Ross and Marlon Lucky. As a franchise to Lincoln and plan on build- Cornhusker, running back Cory Ross ing a championship team beginning earned the nickname “Pork Chop” due with these two great former UNL play- to his 5’6”, 220 lb. stature. Ross earned ers,” said partner Justin Hayes. several honors including Nebraska Of- The Lincoln Haymakers also signed fensive MVP (2004, 2005) and the Tom four other players, James Patterson, Novak Award (2005). After college, Marques Parker, Everett Corley and WINNEBAGO, NEBRASKA – Ho- Ross went on to play for the Baltimore Julius Nero. Patterson (Sacramento Chunk, Inc. together with partners, Ravens (2006 - 2007), the Sacramento State University, University of Mary) Justin Hayes and Brad Lindgren, has Mountain Lions (2009 - 2011) and the most recently played with the Council formed the Lincoln Haymakers. Ho- Edmonton Eskimos (2012). In addition Bluffs Express of the American Pro- Chunk, Inc. offi cially announced today, to playing, Ross will serve as Assistant fessional Football League (APFL) and along with Hayes and Lindgren, that the Director of Player Personnel and assist will play defensive lineman. Parker Here is Blake & Jeremy enjoying a candy team will be part of the new Champions with sales and marketing. is a graduate of Omaha Westside and bar before they watch the Winnebago Professional Indoor Football League Ranked by Rivals.com as the second played football at UNO. Offensive line- Lady Indians play some volleyball, the (CPIFL). best high school running back in the man Corley (Midland University) comes Lady’s next game is Tuesday, October 2, The Lincoln Haymakers will be hold- country in 2005, Marlon Lucky was one from the Omaha Beef, a member of the at Emerson, aka “Rumble on the Rez.” ing a Try Out Session on October 20, of the most sought after prospects in Indoor Football League (IFL). Nero at- 2012 at the Bison Sports Arena located the nation. Lucky chose to play for Ne- tended Omaha North and Northwest at 710 Hill Street in Lincoln. Check in braska, turning down USC, Washington Missouri State University. During the starts at 12:00 P.M. and try outs will and other schools. During his freshman 2011 - 2012 season, he was a team run until 5:00 P.M. For more informa- year, Lucky was backup to senior Cory captain. tion, email: cpifl [email protected] or Ross. The Omaha Nighthawks of the [email protected]. United Football League (UFL) signed Con’t. on page 11 ... Indianz.com… Mark Trahant: The myth that won’t die -- Indians DO pay taxes Monday, September 24, 2012 status of the reservation. While earn- we think it’s gonna be cool,” CEO Lance “The myth won’t go away: Indians don’t ing money off the reservation, however, Morgan, a tribal member said, The pay taxes. The roots come from a phrase American Indians are subject to state Sioux City Journal reported. in the U.S. Constitution, “… Indians not income, corporate, and licensing taxes.” The purchase price was not disclosed The 3-1 Winnebago Indians football team taxed.” But that provision wasn’t even Do you pay taxes is a question so but the property and land have a tax- will enjoy the new look and bright lights of dealing with taxation, but how Ameri- often asked that it’s posted often as a able value of about $7.5 million, the a brand spankin new scoreboard the next cans are counted for representation in Frequently Asked Question.” Journal reported. The Prairie Band time they take to their home fi eld. Congress. Get the Story: Potawatomi Nation of Kansas also ac- “True or False? American Indians Mark Trahant: The Myth That Never quired a stake in the building. don’t pay taxes,” asks the American Leaves – Indians Don’t Pay Taxes (In- Indian College Fund. “American Indians dian Country Today 9/24) Get the Story: pay federal taxes on their income and Exclusive: Ho-Chunk plans to rename capital gains, just as any other Ameri- Winnebago Tribe purchases ma- Terra Centre (The Sioux City Journal can does.” The college fund site adds: jority stake in building in Iowa 9/21) “American Indians do not pay taxes on Friday, September 21, 2012 Related Stories: moneys earned from their land allot- The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska has Kevin Abourezk: Winnebago Tribe ments, since those lease fees are from acquired a majority stake in the largest fi nds success with business (9/20) the government and were negotiated as building in Sioux City, Iowa. Winnebago Tribe buys majority stake part of a treaty. While earning money Ho-Chunk Inc., the tribe’s economic in indoor football team (9/12) on the reservation, American Indians development corporation, plans to re- also do not pay state, corporate, or state name the 155,486 square-foot Terra For these and more stories from license fees for income or enterprises on Centre as Ho-Chunk Centre. “We’re just around Indian Country visit us at www. The Winnebago Tribal Council recently the reservations due to the sovereign putting our name on the top of it because indianz.com. meet with Republican Nebraska Senator Candidate Deb Fischer to discuss issues important to the Winnebago Reservation. Visit us at www.winnebagotribe.com Page 2 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 I Was Thinking

Thoughts from Lincoln… by Lance Morgan Winnebago Vocabulary

nalized our purchase of 50 percent of an I cleaned my desk and now my little Blue Book is missing. So here are some existing arena football team in Council words from the Native American Church’s “Winnebago Cookbook,” that was pub- Bluffs, Iowa called the Express. We are lished back in July of 1985. Dedicated to the People of the Winnebago Tribe. Edited moving the team to Lincoln, Nebraska, by Jeanette Rice. Artwork by Roland Rave. Recipe Collection by Geneva Ewing and which is 3 times larger than Council Naomi Thomas. Bluffs and doesn’t have an arena foot- Introduction: With the publishing of the Winnebago Cookbook, we have attempted ball team. to preserve at least a small part of the rich culture and history of the Winnebago Our partners are young aggressive people. We have strived to show respect to Earth Mother and to our ancestors and entrepreneurs who will handle the day- elders who have guided our ways. to-day operation of the team. They are Children are the hope of our people, our future. We attempted to bridge the gen- off to a great start having signed two ex- eration gap by providing written instructions on cooking many dishes which are Husker running backs, Marlon Lucky almost extinct and to document some of our old ways so that they will not be lost. and Cory Ross. Geneva Ewing and Naomi Thomas, respected elders of our tribe, have spent many We called the team the Lincoln Hay- hours gathering material for this book. The Indian words used are based on the Winnebago Dictionary. We apologize to our elders if words differ from the old Win- Ho-Chunk plugs away each day run- Makers. A haymaker is a wild swing nebago language or if recipes differ from the way families prepare the different foods. ning our various business interests. We and Lincoln’s old town entertainment district is called the Hay Market so the We hope this cookbook will also create a bridge of understanding between our have companies engaged in running people and our non-Indian friends. As non-Indians learn more about our tradi- gas stations, distribution companies, HayMakers seemed like a logical fi t. It is a bit corny, but so is the Corn Husk- tions and our respect for Earth Mother, they will understand why it is important housing, construction, internet, and to preserve our culture. government contracting. All of these ers too and that has certainly grown on us all. We are sure you will enjoy our book from cover to cover and that it will become take a certain amount of time to operate a treasured item in your home. The investment was a relatively and do well. But we are always looking Jeanette Rice for opportunities to make smart invest- small one for Ho-Chunk but we think the fi nancial return will be strong once ments or grow our business interests. Words-Tribes and Other People the team gets established. But the real This year has been very busy on the Blackfeet ...... See sap development front and we have made reason we invested in the team was Chippewa ...... Dda ga chee several investments small and poten- because it is a very high profi le thing to Crow ...... Pa jo ka tially very large to diversify our business do in Nebraska and especially Lincoln. Iowa ...... Wa xoch interests. We bought the Racetrack in During the Winter and Spring, when Kickapoo ...... Ha kja na zhee South Sioux City to eliminate a poten- the HayMakers play, the Nebraska Uni- Menominee ...... Ka xee tial threat to WinnaVegas. We bought cameral is in session and we usually Mesquakie ...... Wa sha dda ka a new offi ce building in Bellevue, Ne- go down there to do a dog and pony Nebraska Winnebago ...... Ho chank nee shoch ha chee braska for our growing contracting show to emphasize who we are and Wisconsin Winnebago ...... Ho chank wa zee ja chee companies. We invested in a technology what we are doing for Nebraska. We Omaha ...... Ho ma ha based advertising start-up, called Blab, also have to go down there sometimes Pawnee ...... Pa nee na Inc. (www.blabfeed.com). and try and stop someone from passing Ponca ...... Kan kan We started Ho-Chunk Farms, which a law to hurt us. It is my belief that Black People ...... Wa xo pee nee sap is no doubt going to be a big deal in a having a tangible thing such as a team Whiteman ...... My xa da Indian ...... Wank sheek few years. We bought a large interest in Lincoln, which shows the impact of My Friend ...... Hee cha ko ddo ha dda in the Terra Centre in Sioux City and our success in Nebraska, can only be a will in fact be calling it the Ho-Chunk positive for the Winnebago Tribe. Centre soon. We have spent a large I can’t wait till our team comes to portion of our time, money and effort, town to play the perennial champs, Little Priest College Instructor’s Photo Wins putting together a fi rst rate proposal to the Sioux City Bandits. Now that will build a land based casino in Sioux City be fun! When the T-shirts are ready, Best of Show at the to replace the boat. they will be for sale at our stores in But of all the things we have done town. Until then Go Huskers and the 143rd Nebraska State Fair this year, the one I would not have HayMakers. Amateur photographers from across College & Little Priest Tribal College, predicted was our entry into the Arena Nebraska submitted their best photos started a hobby in equine photography Football game. A few weeks ago, we fi - Contact me at [email protected] for judging in the August 24 - Septem- after photographing her own horses ber 3 - 2012 Nebraska State Fair Open and equine events. Annette is currently Men’s Basketball League Class Photography competition. With building an equine portfolio and also a contest theme of “High Flying Fun”, photographed the Cowboy Mounted The Whirling Thunder Wellness February 27th , 2013, every Sunday a photo from the Days of ’56 Rodeo Shooters at the 2012 Missouri River Program will not be sponsoring a and Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to received top honors as the Best of Show Expo. Men’s basketball league this win- 10:00 p.m. (or Sunday hours from award. The photo is of a tie-down roper ter. The league is usually held every 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) that was taken during the 2012 Days of Wednesday evening and last year on If you are interested please sub- ’56 Rodeo by Annette (Van Buren) Leu. Sunday and Wednesday. The league mit a written request to sponsor the averaged 10 teams from Winnebago league to Linae Bigfi re, WTWP Direc- and surrounding areas. tor located at the Ho-Chunk Hope This is due to the funding source Building. Phone: 402-878-4070. for this event changed focus to target Your request must include how you groups that do not include the league. will be able to provide for all aspects of Staff will not be available to work on the league as stated above (supplies, league activities during this time. equipment, staffi ng, security, etc.) We are seeking interested indi- Deadline date for request: October viduals in taking over the league. 26, 2012. The WTWP will make the gym and Submitted requests will be re- time clock use available. All other viewed by staff and a decision will Leu is from Waterbury and was supplies, equipment, balls, staffi ng, be make as to who will sponsor the awarded a trophy, ribbon, rosette and league fees, admission, rules, clean league by Friday, November 9, 2012. $90.00 in prize money. Two of her up and security will be entirely up Please note: The north side of the other entries also received a 3rd place “This year was my fi rst year of en- to the sponsoring person, program gym is going to be renovated dur- ribbon in the Black & White Prints tering the competition at the Nebraska or agency. ing this time so keep in mind that Division and honorable mention in the State Fair and I never expected to re- Dates that are set aside for gym construction will be in progress but Color Prints Division. Leu, a part-time ceive the Best of Show award – what a use are December 2nd , 2012 through should not affect the gym space. instructor at Northeast Community wonderful honor”.

The next issue of the WINNEBAGO INDIAN NEWS will be published on October 13, 2012. DEADLINE for this issue will be October 8, 2012.

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Offi ce Manager Phone: 402-878-2272 Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 — Page 3 In My Opinion Letter to the Editor… Eligibility requirements: Before completing an Office Administration JESUS OUR SAVIOR program, students should: “Offi ce Administration” Have the basic math and reading LUTHERAN OUTREACH Pastor Ricky Jacob skills necessary to perform the job The Job Corps Offi ce Administration Complete the core curriculum and “Inwardly Digest the Word” of the book, reading and rereading them career training program takes 8 to 12 pass all written and performance tests with diligent attention and refl ection, so months to complete and requires train- Average length of training: 8 to 12 The spiritual life involves the whole that you may see what the Holy Spirit ing in the following areas: months. The salary range for various person. One’s spiritual life is not just means by them. And take care that Computer hardware careers in Office Administration is: what one does in a sacred setting. Your you do not grow weary or think that Computer software $19,600 to $30,000/year. spiritual life includes your day-to-day you have done enough when you have Using an operating system Who can apply? Job Corps is for actions, whether one is at home, at read, heard, and spoken them once or Common program functions those who have earned a High School work, at school or at play. twice, and that you then have complete Word processing functions Diploma or GED. It is also for those who What most impacts one’s spiritual life understanding.” Spreadsheet functions have dropped out of school. For those is who one is listening to or what one is Luther, in his usual graphic way, Networks and the Internet youth who might not be doing so well reading. Who is your spiritual leader? compares meditation to a cow chewing Electronic mail in a traditional school setting, but have Some might respond with ‘I am follow- its cud. He does this in his commentary Using the Internet not dropped out. Job Corps is also an ing my own thinking, my own beliefs.’ In on Deuteronomy 14:1 where he states, Impact of computing and the option. Should a student do an applica- today’s philosophical jargon, ‘how is that “To chew the cud, however, is to take up Internet on Society tion to Job Corps while still enrolled in working for you?’ Are you content with the Word with delight and meditate with Microsoft word High School and be accepted into this your self-centered beliefs? Surely you supreme diligence, so that (according to Microsoft Excel program, they would be considered to will not need anyone to affi rm you and the proverb) one does not permit it to go Microsoft Power Point be transferring from one school to an- your ways, or to condone your actions. into one ear and out the other, but holds Microsoft Access (optional) other since Pine Ridge Job Corps is an Others might say that they are fol- it fi rmly in the heart, swallows it, and accredited Nebraska High School. lowing the teachings of their parents absorbs it into the intestines. Credentials: Students who complete Contact: Theresa Ramirez or grandparents or ancestors. This way In closing, please refl ect on these a Job Corps Training Program are eli- Nebraska Job Corps could be commended or it could lead one words from Psalm 119: “Oh how I love gible to receive the following credentials: Admissions into trouble. It depends on what they your law! It is my meditation all the day. Internet and Computing Core Certi- 402-371-3815 taught and who they followed. Your commandment makes me wiser fi cation (IC3) After training join Army, Navy, Air- For the Christian, no matter his or than my enemies, for it is ever with Microsoft Certified Applications force, Marines and Coast Guard. her tribe or language or skin pigmenta- me. I have more understanding than Specialist (MCAS) for Word, Excel, and Thanks, tion, there is only one teacher. What all my teachers, for your testimonies Power Point Pat Greyhair does Jesus teach? He teaches noth- are my meditation. I understand more Microsoft Access Certifi cation (op- Ma Xi ska gah ing other then the very Word of God. than the aged, for I keep your precepts. tional) These words are found solely in Sacred I hold back my feet from every evil way, Scripture. in order to keep your word. I do not Martin Luther wrote this about the turn aside from your rules, for you have Word of God and the spiritual life of taught me. How sweet are your words a child of God: “You should meditate, to my taste, sweeter than honey to my Sister Margaret Garcia that is, not only in your heart, but also mouth! Through your precepts I get un- In Loving Memory… externally, by actually repeating and derstanding; therefore I hate every false comparing oral speech and literal words way.” [Psalm 119:97-104] NORFOLK — Sister Margaret Garcia, 83, of Norfolk died Satur- day, September 22, 2012, at Faith Regional Health Services. From the Family of Mark A. Merrick, Sr. Services were held on Wednes- To all the friends and family that came with meals, groceries and money during day at the Immaculata Monastery Mark’s illness we thank you. To the Omaha Tribe, Carl T. Curtiss, Winnebago in Norfolk with burial taking place Tribe we thank you for all your help and concern. Also during his illness many at the Prospect Hill Cemetery. of our relatives and friends came and sang hymns for our beloved, we thank There was Rosary on Monday, and you. A lot of people could not make it back to see Mark, but they prayed for us, a wake service on Tuesday. we thank you. Many, many prayers were said for Mark all during his illness, Home for Funerals was in charge we thank you. of arrangements. We are also very thankful to Ronnie Kemp and Alberta for all their help, love and concern from the time of his illness and all the way through. Thanks to my niece, Gay Lyons Grau, (who took care of her Uncle). I was able to continue America was energized. It was electric! working quite a while when he was sick, when we thought he still had a chance Letter to the Editor… Proposed tax cuts for the rich and of getting well. Thanks to my son in-law Stuart for helping care for Mark while the dismantling of Medicare and Med- he was sick and staying up with him many nights. Thanks to my Nunu Janice “Give Voice to those who have no icaid as we know it, made it easy for and my son Owen Jr. for coming home to be with us during this heart breaking Voice” the Democratic partisans to unify as time that we went through. never before and judging by the collec- Thank you to all the donations that everyone brought to the wake when our I believe that every American is im- tive of black, brown, yellow, white, and hearts were so heavy. Your thoughtfulness & kindness were very much appreci- portant and that there is no one among red delegates, all of America was truly ated. We could not have endured the heart breaking days without you. us who is unimportant. I believe that we represented. Thanks to all that are continuing to pray for the mourners. May the Creator should give voice to those who have no Particularly poignant for me, a bless all of you for all that you have done for our family. voice, that we should provide for those Gold Star family member who lost a in need and that we should take on brother in war, were the many salutes the bullies when no one else will. That to our veterans who are well served who were fellow classmates of mine at Perhaps the country heard, perhaps is how I believe and that is why I am under the Obama Administration and Eastern Montana College and who like not but Democrats spoke, none so elo- a proud Democrat and will always be. whose issues are anything but ignored. me wanted to make a difference. Her quently as Gabby Giffords who led the For that I will be demonized, maligned Watching Tammy Duckworth address father Stan is a good friend as is his Convention in the Pledge of Allegiance. and marginalized but you know what? the Convention on prosthetic legs and wife Carol who incidentally served for 12 As a stroke survivor who continues with Unfair criticism only strengthens my thanking America for attending to her years in the Montana Legislature. I saw my rehabilitation, I was encouraged and resolve and that of the Democratic Party when she came back from Iraq was more Carol in Charlotte with her daughter moved more than most can know. We to work harder and to win in November! than moving. She will win her Illinois and I greeted her like I always do, thank- all have burdens and mine is small. We With those basic tenets of how I see congressional race and will further give ing her for giving me the baby crib that should all help one another. There is a things looming in the background I at- voice to Veterans. the Juneaus used so we could provide need for us to do so now. tended the Democratic National Conven- All who had the privilege of ad- for my oldest daughter Jennifer who It Is easy to pull people apart. The tion as a delegate from the 3rd Congres- dressing the confab spoke of the thirty came shortly after Denise. Democrats right wing media and the Republicans sional District and was honored to do months of economic progress that we are real people with real stories! have tried to do this for the last four so. I thank my fellow Democrats from do not hear about and how we must In speaking of this reality focus at the years. It is hard to bring people together. Dakota County and western Nebraska stay the course in trying to get through Convention also included the defense President Obama and the Democrats for electing me and the Winnebago a fi scal crisis that cannot be alleviated on ObamaCare which was staunch and will do that. Not John Boehner, not Tribe for sending me and let them all in four years. Indeed, Governor Grand- spirited. Real kids and real parents who Mitch McConnell and not a Republican be assured that there few delegates holm from Michigan set the record are alive and who have benefi tted from Congress. Their answer for fi xing our who worked as hard as I. It was my straight on the recovery experienced in ObamaCare did the best they could to problems is to make Barack Obama a 7th National Convention and it was far Michigan with the auto industry. She convey the fact that every American will one term President. Nothing else! and away the most important, the most told us the rest of the story, the part left be covered by ObamaCare regardless Though I vehemently disagree with inclusive, and the most meaningful of all out on talk radio and by the fractured of pre-existing conditions. They made all they espouse I have heard that so that I have seen. Romney campaign. a good case that all Americans, most much I have come around and can agree The unity of purpose, the commit- Ironically, the address to the Conven- notably seniors, will understand. with the Republicans in a sense on that ment to our country and to our future tion from Indian Country was given by My Party did the best it could to tell point. After Obama is elected he should was clearly evident in Charlotte and Denise Juneau, the Montana Superin- undecided voters that we as Americans only be allowed to serve one term. That the urgency felt by all to protect seniors tendent of Public Instruction and a Man- are not failures and that we will pull term should begin on January 20, 2013! and the middle class from Mitt Romney, dan-Hidatsa Indian. She is the only Na- through if we pull together with a shared With much respect vote however you elitists, and the radical right spoke vol- tive American holding an elective offi ce commitment to sacrifi ce. Tax cuts for will but do vote. As you vote remember umes of the Democratic Party’s resolve in the country. I took special interest the rich will help the rich but no one the people. Always the people… to bring us together and to get us to the in her powerful remarks as I remember else. Recovery is hard but it comes if we polls. Everyone in Charlotte and across when she was born to struggling parents believe and if we stay the course. Frank LaMere Page 4 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 Winnebago TC Elections

conducted, over a two-day process, the have been happening. 20 years ago prevailing factor being empowerment Candidates Forum… dilemma we were in because we had Home mortgages were only a dream and not dependency. “Meet our Goals and Preserve our identifi ed nearly 50 issues. We began complicated by the fact that banks This is the way that I have learned Way of Life” with the issues that you may have wanted absolutely nothing to do with to view the issues we face, but also seen in the past. Housing, Education, reservation land due to the Tribal Trust something that we as a tribe, have I wanted to begin my message by Economic Development, etc., but the factor. They weren’t able to understand learned to become successful. I admire thanking Jerome for republishing the list continued and continued. We had this jurisdictional nightmare, so they the ability that we have to be self- article by Reuben Snake Jr. I remem- to stop because the next part of the chose to ignore this reservation. It was analytical and be willing to view the process was to develop strategies and ber him saying this as a young Council only after years of meetings and legis- good and the bad. To be able to have goals for all the issues identifi ed with a member and it has been something lation, that was advocated by tribes, conversation and even debates about time frame of one year to demonstrate that I have tried to continue to share did banks then began a slow process the challenges we face as a nation. I progress. My point to this is that while of trying to conduct business on the with our new Council members and have always viewed part of my job as the major issues don’t seem to change reservation. There are also a number of those who have an interest in serving facilitating those discussions in a good our people. It is something that makes much the issues remain because of steps that the tribe has taken to meet way. Part of our culture dictates, quite our political system successful and the long-term commitment to change. this need. All of this has happened due simply, being good to one another. This viewed by the outside as progressive. Progress does happen, but many to the input from the membership and teaching will allow us to meet our goals Today there continues to be many times it is only incremental. As an ex- the organization continuing to examine and preserve our way of life. challenges that we have to face. I re- ample, Housing has been an issue for the progress and moving forward with call in a past retreat that the Council many years. The issue is compounded new ideas and innovation to try and John Blackhawk for many reasons, but the solutions meet the demand. And lastly with the [email protected]

which leads me to the purpose of this GYM SCHEDULE WPS News… Candidates Forum… letter. I would like to request your vote in News from Dianna Spirk Fellow Tribal Members the upcoming elections. If my actions Monday Music classes celebrated two birth- 8:00am – 4:30 Open Gym and Cages or words offended you or your relatives days recently. The birthday of “The It’s been over two years now that I 5:00pm-7:00pm Youth Volleyball in the past, I am sorry and understand Star Spangled Banner “ (Sept. 14th) have been out of offi ce and not involved Practice why you wouldn’t want to vote for me. was honored with a reenactment of the 7:00pm-9:00pm Co-ed Adult with tribal politics. During that time, I’ve I only hope you can understand that I story of Francis Scot Key in the War of Volleyball had the opportunity to refl ect on those tried to make every decision with the 1812 and the singing of our National things that were accomplished while I greatest good in mind for all involved. Anthem. The other birthday was that of Tuesday was in offi ce, but I’ve also had time to On the other hand, if I’ve treated you the Constitution on Sept.17th. Classes 8:00am-4:30pm – Open Gym and refl ect on some decisions that if made and your family the way I would like to did some fl ag waving and singing of the Cages differently, may have benefi ted more be treated, I wish you would consider preamble to the Constitution, “We the 5:00pm-7:00pm Youth Volleyball tribal members in a positive way. voting for me because I would like to be Practice People.” I always tried most of all to be fair Visit Brian Luther on the Internet a part of the decision-making when it 7:00pm-9:00pm Women’s Night Open with everyone and to deal fairly with comes to our future. Gym/Rez Robics Up Stairs The Winnebago Web site has a new the concerns and issues that affected feature please visit Mr. Luther’s Class- I would lead by example, live by ex- each individual and family. Sometimes ample, and make every effort to earn Wednesday room and see our new Digital Music Lab this meant satisfying one side and at the pay that goes with the position I 8:00am-4:30pm- Open Gym and and many other features on my sight. the same time, offending others. But at hold. My offi ce would always be open to Cages Coming soon ~ some of the students’ the end of the day I would always ask 5:00-7:00 Open Gym for Men Only digital compositions. This is the site everyone and I would be in there 90% of myself, “Was I truly fair to all involved?” the time. Thank you. address /winnebagok12.org/brian- I’d like to think that I was an honorable Thursday luther/ council member in the past and would Kenn Mallory 8:00am-4:30pm – Open Gym and Fifth Grade News from Mrs. Foote be an even better one in the future… Cages Mrs. Foote’s class is working on the 50 States and Capitals. The students Friday are looking at the states and fi nding WPS Thank You… 8:00am = 4:30pm Open Gym and creative ways to remember them. Did Cages you know that Minnesota, Iowa, Mis- It’s another school year and we wanted to say thank you last year, but it souri, Alabama, and Louisiana make seemed that time just got away too quickly at the end of the school year! Saturday up MIMAL the United States elf? Look Thank you to the Village Board of Winnebago for recognizing the paraprofes- 12:00 Noon – 2:00pm Open Gym at a map and see if you can fi nd him! sionals at the Winnebago Public School. Thank you for the certifi cates and the 2:30pm- 6:30 Youth Volleyball League We’ll soon be working on mixtures and WinnaVegas buffet pass. looking at what dissolves in water and We were recognized for the safety of our children who use the crosswalk in Sunday what doesn’t. Take some time and work the morning and afternoon. It is all our jobs as parents, workers, and com- When Travis Mallory isn’t busy he will with someone to do a science experiment post a time on Face Book. That he munity members to see that our children arrive at school safely. yourself to see what dissolves in water So keep this in mind before you approach the stop lights. Please, notice the will be opening the Gym for Men’s and what does not. Find a 5th grader to Basketball. yellow lights blinking which we all know means, “Slow down.” Also, be aware tell them your results. that the people doing the crosswalk duties may have you stop unexpectedly; another work, just pay close attention during the school hours. Winnebago Indian’s Sports Schedule Pi ni gi gi The W.P.S. paraprofessionals Winnebago Indian’s Football 9/28 Hartington H 7:00 Rez Watch Community Artist Contest 10/5 Randolph A 7:00 10/12 Emerson “Rumble on the Rez” HC 3:00 And Community Cookout Tailgate 10/19 Allen A 7:00 Grades 3012 at the Winnebago Pub- some dogs on the grill along with chips Lady Indian’s Volleyball lic School and St. Augustine School and ice cold bottled water to feed the 10/2 Emerson “Rumble on the Rez” A 5:30 took part in the “Rez Watch” art contest community at the tailgate prior to the sponsored by the Neighborhood Watch Winnebago Indians vs the Omaha Nation 10/4 Omaha Christian Academy A 6:00 grant and Fatherhood is Sacred chapter. Chiefs game. We served over 300 dogs to 10/9 B-R/Cedar Bluffs/Winnebago A 5:30 The art contest was to promote com- the people and promoted the Rez Watch 10/16 Homer/Winnebago/Wakefi eld A 5:15 munity awareness of having a drug and Program, which is facilitated by the 10/22 L & C Tournament @ Seeded A 5:00 alcohol free community and also a safe Fatherhood is Sacred chapter. Mr. Pete 10/23 L & C Tournament @ Homer A 6:00 environment for our children to thrive Snowball, Sr., Winnebago Tribal Council- 10/26 L & C Tournament @ Homer A 7:00 in. The top 2 winners from elementary, man Tommy Snowball, John Snowball, 10/29 Sub Districts TBA TBA junior high and senior high (6 winners Melissa from Boys and Girls Club, Denise total) received nook Notebook Readers from the Motherhood is Sacred program, JV High Football to promote education and reading. Also Randy’s wife Lisa, and “the boys” assisted 10/1 Pender A 5:30 chosen were three winners from partici- in serving the meal. Thank you all. 10/8 Bancroft-Rosalie H 5:00 pating grades (4th grade, 5th grade, 7th Overall, this was a great time and a grade, 8th grade, 9th grade, 10th grade, great way to showcase the Rez Watch 11th grade and 12th grade=24 winners). program here in Winnebago. And lastly, Junior High Football These students received a $50 gift card the Fatherhood is Sacred members will 10/2 Walthill H 4:00 for the participation. be distributing individual signs for people We want to thank all the winners and to place in their yard or in this windows Junior High Volleyball all the students for taking the time to to say they are part of a Neighborhood 10/1 Walthill A 3:00 think about a community watch program Watch program and will call in any sus- 10/4 Homer H 3:00 and to submit their drawings. The six top picious activity. Thank you participants 10/8 Lyons-Decatur A 6:00 winner’s posters will be displayed at the for wanting to make your neighborhood school and in the community in the very a safe place for your children and for all Cross Country near future. our families. 10/27 South Sioux City Invite A 4:30 On Thursday, August 30th, head grill Terry Medina 10/11 Districts TBA TBA man Randy “Choka Chief” DeCora and Winnebago Chapter Master Griller Terry Medina burnt up Fatherhood is Sacred 10/19 State @ Kearney A TBA Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 — Page 5 Candidates Forum Candidates Forum… Candidates Forum… My Fellow Tribal Members, we established the sustainable tribal Greetings Relatives and Friends. you’re out of there; all the disagree- stimulus plan and implemented a fund ments stay in the Chambers. Greetings! I hope this fi nds you in for those children born after the last I am Louis C. Houghton, Jr., and I am I know there is talk going around good health and good spirit. I come 2004 per-cap creating something for running for Tribal Council once again. that some of us older Council Members to you today to ask for your support them, who in 2008 had nothing. We I would genuinely appreciate your sup- should be removed. Just because we’re toward my candidacy for Winnebago changed policy advocating for each port this coming October 2nd. older doesn’t mean we can’t get busi- I have been on the Tribal Council for ness done. Years of experience in life Tribal Council. There are many things and every child involved in the ICWA quite a few years, and I know how our prepare us for the demands of serving to cover, but I feel the most important system and the list goes on and on. government operates. As I have said in the people. I just call it common sense. I can speak only for myself in message to get out to you all is that the past; our Council works as one. You You have to listen to people; care about by voting for me, you vote for forward showing you that with your support have to have cooperation and dialogue their concerns; know when to speak; progress, governmental change, all there were many things that we ac- for projects to move forward. As I have when to act; how to weigh all the infor- forms of education, expanded business complished together as a tribe. With also previously said; many projects mation and deliver. opportunity and open thought driven your support again we can return to being worked on/completed now was I am proud to say that I am a great planning based on rock solid fi nancial the ways of progress, through open started from former Council Members. listener, a compassionate man, a trust- principle. planning, diligent fi nancial support Yes; there’s disagreement now and then worthy man, a hard working man, and a This year’s election has 6 candidates and open, unabridged, unthreatened between the Members, but all issues are loving family man. With these qualities; who are all former Council members free speech and free expression. This worked out as best they can, and the I know I can help you, or fi nd an answer and that means to me there should be place is our home and belongs to all of majority supports or denies the issue. to your concerns. All this said; I again no subject off the table and nothing out us. I will never tell you to not express There’s an unwritten rule on how the will appreciate your support and vote of reach in our deliberation about who your opinions and will never support Council Members act with each other on October 2nd. should receive your votes. This year’s any actions that try to take that right when there is a major disagreement. The Tribal Council Chambers is where Thank you all. Council race should have each can- from you. all the “action” takes place, but once L ouis C. Houghton, Jr. (Louie) didate expressing highly specifi c and Last, I believe that our Council very particular information regarding ought to provide leadership that moves their points of view and most impor- us forward and creates opportunity. Candidates Supporter… tantly what they actually produced While philosophy and ideals are great while in offi ce. to talk about, to actually get things Support my grandfather in the election for Tribal Council. One of the many A short list of my political resume: done we need more than just talk. I aspects that make my grandfather, Louis C. Houghton, Jr. a powerful delegate Education: AA- LPTC; BS- Wayne State hope you support those of us who have for this year’s council is; because he knows the people, he knows the land, and he knows his job very well. I know my grandpa is a very responsible person; he College; 3 years as Council member, proven our ability and continue to vote is dependable, he is always on time for work, and goes to work every day. He Treasurer and Vice-Chairman; 2 term for the candidates that produce real was also a (war) veteran, he has a purple heart, and he has fought for our coun- results for everyone, as was seen with Winnebago Gaming Commission, try. He will be great on the Tribal Council; so vote for Louis C. Houghton, Jr.. Vice-Chair/Treasurer; LPTC Board me last time around. Also, once again Tamara Houghton of Trustees; 2 term Ho-Chunk, Inc. if elected I will not accept the regular Board of Directors; 2 term Nebraska salary paid to each council member. American history-and yet the guilt of Commission on Indian Affairs; St. Au- Things will change if you support it Candidates Forum… the executed could not be positively gustine School Board, CEO Winnebago and the opportunity for you to voice determined beyond reasonable doubt. your support is coming very soon. Get Gaming Development Corp, among Did You Know? During the executions the solders out the vote! many others. The trivia answer: General John said the Indians were chanting. The As a previous Council member, I ac- Thank you again for taking the Pope. He was put in charge of the In- Sioux were singing an Episcopalian cepted no salary saving the tribe more time to read this and I look forward to dian uprising in Minnesota by Abraham hymnal. than $150,000 dollars, we eliminated speaking with you about any subject Lincoln. In 1851 the Santee Sioux tribe The people of Minnesota demanded all long term tribal debt including the as we draw closer to election day. You in Minnesota sold 24 million acres the removal of the Winnebago’s and a 2004 per-cap loan which paid interest can also post questions on Facebook of land to the federal government for special act of Congress was approved on only until my term, we established the at Fmr. Vice-Chairman Brian Cham- $1,410,000. By August 1862 thousands February 21, 1863 and once again the of white settlers were pouring onto the tribe’s 401K retirement plan allowing berlain, a public page. I once again tribe was moved to the Crow Creek Res- Indian lands, but there was such cor- all tribal employees to save for their ask for your support and ask that you ervation in South Dakota. They decided ruption in the government that almost vote for Brian Chamberlain on Election not to wait for another deportation and own retirement, we established the none of the money was paid to the WTN Education Dept. and Communi- Day, October 2nd. abandoned their Crow Creek Reserva- Santee Sioux Tribe. A crop failure that tion in the winter of 1863-1864 and cation Dept., we established the LPTC year meant that the Santee were starv- radio station, we expanded and built Respectfully, followed the Missouri River downstream ing. The federal government refused to until they reached the Omaha Indian the long overdue WinnaVegas Hotel Brian K Chamberlain, Candidate pay what it owed, breaking yet another Reservation in Nebraska. The Omaha regardless of the epic fl ood of 2011, Winnebago Tribal Council 2012 Indian treaty, and the Santee revolted. Indians welcomed them and took them A short “war” ensued, with Lincoln in, fed and gave them shelter. On March putting General John Pope in charge. 8, 1865, the Omaha’s agreed to sell to Greetings Tribal Members… Pope told a subordinate, “It is my pur- the United States the northern portion

pose to utterly exterminate the Sioux… of their reservation. On July 11, 1874 Hi, my name is Samantha Brown and I am the granddaughter of Louis C. They are to be treated as maniacs or the Winnebago’s signed the necessary Houghton, Jr., who is seeking re-election to the Winnebago Tribal Council. wild beasts, and by no means as people papers for the land purchase. I ask for you support for my grandpa during the Tribal Council Election on with whom treaties or compromises can When Chief Little Priest along with October 2, 2012. My grandpa is an honest, caring person, and wants to keep be made.” the other war chiefs and warriors sat in helping his people. The Sioux were overwhelmed by the that circle prior to 1865 forgave the U.S. If re-elected, I know my grandpa will serve his time on the Winnebago Tribal federal army by October, at which time government, this had to be the most Council as well as he served his country during the Viet Nam Confl ict-in which the “war” many of whom were women diffi cult decision, joined the Nebraska he received the Purple Heart for his combat duties. and children who had been herded into volunteers at Fort Omaha and formed military forts. Military “trials” were held, the Company “A” Scouts. Again I ask for your support. Thank You. each lasting ten to fi fteen minutes, in We celebrate their return each year Samantha Brown which most of the male prisoners were to this day and honor and follow our found guilty and sentenced to death. last War Chief, Chief Little Priest. For The lack of hard evidence against the regular basis. Because your voices are what the red, white and blue fl ag really accused was manifest; many men were Candidates Forum… important and we should be looking to means our veterans pay tribute not only condemned to death just because they the future and making sound decisions to the Company “A” Scouts but to all were present during the battle. “Your Vote Does Matter” based on feedback from those of you who served honorably. Three hundred and three Sioux were who are the future. Not all people Red, Yellow, Black or sentenced the death, and Minnesota A big “THANK YOU” to all of you who Also, technology is so important and White are prejudice have forgiveness voted for me in the Primary Election ear- political authorities wanted to execute in their hearts. Today we work with I believe the tribal organization could every one of them, something that Lin- lier this month it really does mean a lot benefi t in moving forward with a more all races to make things right. I think to know that I have support out there. coln feared might incite one or more of that was the belief of our forefathers’ to advanced financial system, which I the European powers to offer assistance Now I need to ask for your continued understand they submitted a grant to continue that road. support and for you to get others out to to the Confederacy, as they were hinting When we campaign for Tribal Coun- assist with a new software system. With they would do. So his administration the polls October 2nd for the General today’s technology the monthly Council cil, as a people let’s don’t forget our pared the list of condemned men down past. To this day we still struggle with Election because their VOTES will make meetings should be broadcast so the a difference. to thirty nine, with the promise the Min- what our future of what road to take. entire tribal membership is given the nesota’s Politian’s that in due course For all you young tribal members out As a people the “Old Ones” told us, opportunity to know what’s going on the federal army would remove every there who don’t think it matters one way instructed us to be good to each other while it’s going on. last Indian from Minnesota. This was or the other, let me tell you it does, your and help each other. Of little traditions If you would like to ask me ques- the bargain: Lincoln would look bad if VOTE does matter in more ways than and language that we are hanging onto, tions before you VOTE on Election Day he allowed the execution of three hun- you realize. we have to keep it and pass it on to stop by my house at 304 Mercer and if dred Indians, so he would execute only One of the things I would like to our children. Once it’s gone, we are no you need a ride to the polls call me at thirty-nine of them. But in return he longer a tribe. implement if I am elected to the Tribal 712-251-2386. Will be serving lunch at would promise to have the federal army Council is a Youth Council not just Personally, I have taken that war- noon so stop by and have something to murder or chase out of the state all the rior road and I will do my best to help high school students but college and munch on. other Indians, in addition to sending the younger adult tribal members that will protect our way of life if elected for a Minnesota treasury $2 million. second term. represent the younger membership and Respectfully, On December 26, 1862, Lincoln be the voice to the Tribal Council on a Sara Snake ordered the largest mass execution in Lawrence Payer Page 6 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 What’s Happening

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A new class is scheduled to start on October 9, 2012 at Ho-Chunk Hope. There are two class sessions for your convenience. You can attend either the noon or 5pm class. A light meal is served at each class and a $5.00 Heritage Certifi cate is issued for either gas or food to participants. This class is geared toward people with Diabetes and lasts 10 weeks. If you are living or caring for someone with Diabetes or just want to learn more about Diabetes, you are welcome to attend. The more we are educated about this disease the more we can manage the disease and live The Lady Indian’s Volleyball team has been tearing up the court this season with a string of a long life. Please contact Fred Harden @ (402) 878-4070 to schedule your indi- early marks in the “W” column. They are in Emerson next Tuesday for the “Rumble on the vidual assessment. This needs to be done prior to the start of class. Thank-you, Rez,” 6 pm volley time. WTWC Staff Page 8 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 Winnebago News

Adult Correctional Facility to a Youth continues to increase. Our Internet web HCCDC Update For September 2012 Program. The initial site for the Adult site, http://woodlandtrailsart.com/ has HCCDC has undergone some person- and largest attended event in north- Facility was going to be about 1 mile been updated, there is now a Facebook nel changes in the last few months. Our east Nebraska. Held at the Winnebago South of Winnebago. An alternate site link, and our activities and classes are new staff is starting to settle in so we Veteran’s Memorial Park, the event has was chosen for a Youth facility. It is on listed there. We will be using a Punch can get down to business again. This grown on a regular basis with small the North end of the community just Card to promote return customer sales, column is written to try and keep the amenities and improvements made as before you get to the Pony Station. The for every $10.00 that the customer rumors down to a minimum. Let me the Winnebago Tribe has been able. architects have looked at both sites and purchases they will receive a punch or address what is going on in each of the This grant has had its ups and downs have put together some preliminary cost stamp. Once they have spent $100.00 programs. and was affected by the fl ood last year, estimates. This will be presented to the they will receive 10% off of their next College Challenge Grant because resources were reallocated and Tribal Council. We have also written purchase. We will be receiving a binding Our College Access Challenge Grant the start of the project was delayed. a companion grant to this to do some machine in the next few months to go is progressing with Program Manager We’ve had more time to sit down and Strategic Rehabilitation planning for along with the long arm quilter. Brenda Conway. This grant is designed plan for doing the renovation right the both the Youth and Adult populations. Future Plans to increase the number of underrepre- first time. Some things were added This grant will start October 1, 2012. We have received additional funds to sented, low-income students. There are into the scope of the grant that caused There will be announcements in the get individuals trained so that we can 26 students signed up for the program project to substantially increase costs. paper for Public Hearings on this project have a CDFI certifi ed revolving fund, and this year. On Oct 22 there will be a dis- Dean Ross is the Project Manager for so that everyone interested in this proj- lay the foundation for bringing a credit cussion of fi nancial aid that would be this grant. He is given the job of try- ect can have an opportunity for input. union into the community. available to the students to help with ing to get everyone back to the original Woodland Trails their College Education. On Oct 29 there priorities of the grant and the best way The store hours are from 10 to 7 If you have any comments about will be a Career Fair that will discuss of accomplishing what needs to be done Monday through Friday and 10 to 4 on our programs or would like to see potential careers and what the require- with additional resources. The Veterans Saturday. We have stocked more art other programs for the community; ments would be for each of the careers. Memorial Park Grant is on behalf of the and craft supplies and can special order Feel free to contact me at any time with Both of these activities will occur at the Village of Winnebago to upgrade the Pow whatever is needed. The long arm quilt- your thoughts or suggestions. You can Winnebago Public High School. Wow Grounds from the State of Nebras- ing machine is available for rent, check reach me at 402-878-2192 or email This grant cycle the program is part- ka in the amount of $134,700. The goal with Angela and Cheyenne on the costs at [email protected] or fschersing@ nering with Little Priest Tribal College of this project is to remove architectural and reserving the quilter. The number of hochunkcdc.org. and the University of Nebraska-Omaha. barriers that restrict the mobility and classes being offered at Woodland Trails Students will participate in special pro- accessibility within the outdoor event grams that visit area campuses. The center and its amenities. Presently, the A Winnebago Son… program will give students increased restrooms and showers have stalls and knowledge and understanding of topics fi xtures that do not accommodate the Migizi Economic Development Welcomes New CEO about: the importance of high school disabled. The offi ce does not accom- graduation, study skills and time man- modate access by disabled individuals. Maunka Morgan CARRIE GARCIA Staff Writer, Tribal Observer agement, career exploration, college The road structure throughout the park search and admission process, fi nancial also serves as a walkway but is prohibi- people until you have helped yourself aid, fi nancial literacy, completing the tive in accommodating wheelchairs and fi rst, and to help yourself fi rst means to FAFSA, ACT prep, resume building, elderly or others who may need the use get an education and once you get your college scholarships, and transition to of appliances to assist them in getting education you need to put yourself into college. There will also be tutors avail- to the dance arena or other areas of the a position where you can make positive able to help students in their college park for interaction with performers, change.” prep classes. The campus visits sched- vendors, and the general public during Maunka and his brother Lance, who uled during this school year will be to: not-performance periods of the event. is the CEO of Ho-Chunk Incorporated Wayne, WITT, Briar Cliff, Morningside, The second priority in the grant also an economic development corporation and METRO Tech in Omaha, UNO, allows for 10 additional camping areas for the Winnebago Tribe, took the advice NICC, and Little Priest Tribal College. to be added along with the necessary that their mother gave them. While liv- These trips are to give prospective col- water, electrical and sewer hookups. The ing in Winnebago, Maunka worked at lege students an idea the atmosphere third priority is for fi re hydrants in the Ho-Chunk, Inc. for the past fi ve years. at each of the colleges, which college area. The detail work in this grant has Moving from Winnebago to Midland, offers the courses the students would added additional costs to it. If things Mich. was a huge eye opener. For his be interested to complete their career were to be done right on the grant, the wife, two daughters and niece, the ad- choices, what else they have to offer erosion and grading of the topography in justment was pretty hard for the fi rst and what the application process for the the area needs to be addressed so that it couple of weeks but gradually got into particular school. doesn’t continue to wash out the dance the feel of things. Ho Chunk Village Mini-Mall area and create issues in the cooking Morgan didn’t know that the Saginaw Daga’s Mexican Restaurant is in full and vendor areas. We will look at a Land Chippewa Indian operation in the Ho-Chunk Village Min- and Water grant that may be able to help Tribe was looking for a CEO for Mi- Mall. It is open Monday through Friday with the increased costs. The goal is to Maunka graduating with his Bachelor of gizi. Science Degree at the University of Omaha. and for special occasions on Saturdays. get things accomplished before the July “I ran into a couple of council mem- They can be reached at 878-4445. Fred- 2013 POW WOW. bers at the National erick, Peoples and Morgan Law Offi ces When passing the Migizi Economic Development offices make sure to say Indian Gaming Conference and was will be expanding the offi ce during the Strategic Prevention Framework curious,” Morgan said. “I asked if they next couple of months to better serve (SPF) hello to the new Chief Executive Officer, Maunka Morgan. Morgan is an enrolled hired anyone and they said no and I told their clients and offer more services. Michelle Parker is the Project Man- them I was interested. They got excited Little Priest Tribal College will also be ager for the SPF grant. The grant has member of the Winnebago Tribe and a member of the Thunder Clan. He grew and encouraged me to apply.” building a “North Campus” in the Ho- just begun its fourth year and fi nished He went through the whole interview Chunk Village directly West of the Little giving the National Outcomes Measures up in Omaha, Neb. and graduated from the University of Nebraska Omaha with process and had gotten hired into the Priest Apartments. Survey (NOMS) to the Winnebago Public position. Down Payment Assistance – There School. The results from last year’s SPF his Bachelors of Science degree in man- agement and Native American Studies. “I think everything from my per- have been 25 families that have uti- data collection have been formatted sonal and professional experience has lized the Down Payment Assistance for into a comparison to the Youth Risk He has earned an MBA in Health Care Management and Accounting from the prepared me for this position,” Morgan house closings so far. We have another Behavioral Survey (YRBS) on a power said. “I take my job seriously it is an 9 families waiting to close the mortgage point. Those results are being shared University of Phoenix and is halfway done with is Doctoral studies in busi- opportunity and an honor.” on their homes. This has been a highly through a presentation by SPF Staff with For the plan of Migizi, he hopes to successful program that has had only the Tribal Council, WPS School Board, ness administration. Morgan helped with founding the Native American build a consensus and ownership. one default since the program started St. Augustine Administration, and the “I will certainly drive that process,” in 2002. There are still funds available Winnebago Tribe Institutional Review Studies program at the University of Nebraska Omaha. Morgan said. “What is going on right for the program if you are interested in Board. There may be additional presen- now in the short term, we have to put a new home. $65,000 Down Payment tations as requested by various entities While he didn’t know that he would one day become a professor at the uni- the right tribal corporate structure into Assistance is available for those who in the community that are interested. place, which the successful Ho-Chunk, can qualify for a mortgage. Contact The collaborations this year will be versity, he commuted 160 miles round trip from the their reservation to Omaha Inc. model is based on to insure long- Jason Huntington for more informa- with Project Woskapi and the Juvenile term economic development success. tion on the program and how much you Justice Planning Team. They are plan- to teach the Native Studies courses on Thursday nights. We have all the tem- plates. Once we do could qualify for. If you currently can- ning to accomplish the next Youth Risk that, it is game on.” not qualify for a mortgage, Jason can Behavior Survey in January and for the “Education is important to me,” Mor- gan said. “My grand- mother grew up in Being the watchdog for tribal organi- still help. He recently taught a class on Youth Summit in February. zations is what fi nancial literacy and what you can do Corrections the boarding school era and during the to improve your scores. The people in There may be a lot of rumors around depression. There were times were they would go for a week just chopping wood Morgan hopes to do. the class were very enthusiastic about for this program. This project started “I have watched consultants and him teaching another one. Look for more out as the Inter-Tribal Adult Correc- and had no food. My grandmother and grandfather would drink tea for energy vendors come in and manipulate the information about those classes in the tional Facility with all four Nebraska tribal leaders,” Morgan said. “I take my WIN and on fl iers around town. We are Tribes participating and a companion just to feed their seven kids. We are the oldest grandchildren and my mother is duties to heart and I am not going to al- developing the other lots available in project to the regional youth facility. low those things to happen on my watch. the Village. The Omaha Regional Youth Project has the oldest out of her siblings. My grand- mother is like our mother to us and Maunka Morgan can be reached Winnebago Veterans Memorial not seen any action in about a year, through his direct line at 989-775-4221 Park so the Tribal Council saw the greater told us to get our education and to not struggle like they did. My mom would or through his email at mmorgan@ The Pow Wow is an annual event for need for a Youth Facility in the area and sagchip.org. nearly 145 years it may be the oldest changed the scope of the Inter-Tribal teach us the value that you can’t help Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 — Page 9 Native Star “Halloween Spooktacular” Page 10 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 Bago News

Tribal CEO: Tribe’s success a threat to states, others By KEVIN ABOUREZK / Lincoln Journal Star

Lance Morgan posted a link on Face- The Center for Great Plains Stud- economic success by being willing to use book to a news story about his tribe’s ies, Plains Humanities Alliance, Uni- the few advantages it has to manipulate new arena football team on Tuesday af- versity of Nebraska College of Law and economic and legal systems designed to ternoon. Within two hours, a Native law- the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s deprive Native people of their lands and yer who had written a book about Native Institute for Ethnic Studies sponsored their ability to feed themselves, Morgan sports mascots posted a response. his talk. said. The tribe pays no income tax and “Is that a white guy as your mascot? Last week, Ho-Chunk Inc. announced can’t be sued unless it waives its sover- How ironic, an Indian owned team with its part ownership in a new arena foot- eign immunity, he said. a white guy mascot,” Ed Zendejas wrote. ball team, the Haymakers, that will play However, the tribe also has to con- Morgan shared the story to illustrate at Pershing Center for at least six games tend with constant attacks from state the irony of how a small Nebraska tribe between April and June. The team’s logo governments, federal courts and big has managed to free itself from economic features a non-Native man chewing on a corporations that feel threatened by dependency and create a booming eco- piece of hay and holding a football while the tribe’s prosperity, Morgan said. And nomic development corporation that re- striking a menacing pose. because tribal lands are held in trust cently managed to take part ownership The team is just one example of the by the federal government, neither the in an indoor football team that features many businesses owned or partly owned tribe nor any of its members can use a “white guy” as its mascot. by Ho-Chunk Inc., a corporation that their lands as collateral to acquire loans The CEO of Ho-Chunk Inc., the Win- will generate $250 million in revenue to start businesses or buy property, he nebago tribe’s economic development this year. Ho-Chunk Inc. has nearly said. arm, spoke Wednesday as part of the 1,400 employees and operations in 11 But the Winnebago tribe has man- Paul A. Olson Seminars in Great Plains states and fi ve foreign countries. aged to take advantage of a federal Studies. The Winnebago tribe has achieved program that gives preference to tribally owned businesses for lucrative govern- ment contracts and has largely managed to prevent state governments, including HO-CHUNK INC. EXECUTIVE TO RECEIVE PRESTIGIOUS AWARD Nebraska, from implementing taxes on its products that it deems unfair, Mor- Winnebago, NE – The National Center Dennis Johnson, Chief Financial Of- President and Chief Executive Offi cer of gan said. for American Indian Enterprise Develop- fi cer of Ho-Chunk. Inc., will receive the Ho-Chunk, Inc. Despite its success, the tribe’s eco- ment (NCAIED), a nonprofi t economic distinguished award at the 37th Annual Johnson joined Ho-Chunk, Inc., the nomic development model is essentially and business development organization Indian Progress in Business Awards Gala, award-winning economic development one driven by tribal government rather based in Arizona, has announced the part of the Reservation Economic Sum- company owned by the Winnebago Tribe, than individual tribal entrepreneurs, recipients of its national “Native Ameri- mit (RES) being held November 14 -15, in 2008. His corporate responsibilities Morgan said. can 40 Under 40” Recognition Award. 2012 in Tulsa. include development and oversight of the “I always say Winnebago is Karl The new RES Oklahoma event signifi es company’s fi nancial investments, plan- Marx’s last hope,” he said. “We are so- the growth of NCAIED’s highly successful ning, projections and reports, as well as cialists because we have to be.” regional economic development confer- banking relationships. ences. The summit will feature many Johnson’s previous experience in- opportunities including networking, busi- cludes management roles within the au- From the SSC Star ness development sessions, and a pro- tomotive industry. He holds a Bachelor’s fi les… curement fair for Tribal leaders, elected Degree in Business Administration (with offi cials and top business executives. an Accounting Major) and a Master of “25 Years Ago, September 17, According to its website, NCAIED es- Professional Accountancy Degree from 1987” tablished the award to honor “emerging the University of South Dakota. Johnson Winnebago quarterback Scott American Indian leaders between the is an enrolled member of the Red Lake Sharpback completed a six yard pass ages of 18 to 39 who have demonstrated Band of Chippewa Indians of Minnesota. to sophomore Buffalo Bass with 13 leadership, initiative and dedication to Ho-Chunk, Inc. was launched in seconds remaining which enabled achieve signifi cant contributions in busi- 1994 with one employee and a start-up the Indians to upset Newcastle 36- ness, communities and Indian country”. investment from the Tribe’s WinnaVegas 34. Sharpback completed a two-point “We are extremely pleased that NCAIED Casino & Resort. Today, with revenues conversion to Shawn Lewis which iced has chosen Dennis to receive this honor in excess of $230 million, Ho-Chunk, Inc. the victory for the Indians. in tribute to his leadership efforts, hard has 30 subsidiaries operating in a variety work and dedication. He is a great as- of industries with over 1,000 employees set to our organization and to Indian in locations across the United States and Country,” commented Lance Morgan, four foreign countries. Committee Vacancy Wildlife & Parks Commission Letter to the (One Vacancy) If you are interested in applying for Editor… this Committee, please pick up a Committee Application at the Admin- “How Catholics Pray” istrative Offi ce. This will be adver- tised for thirty (30) days. This program explains various types of prayer common in our faith: CLOSES: October 17, 2012 adoration, meditation, contemplation, petitions, and praise. 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“Native American Church” During Tribal Council Elections Information provided by Howard Blackhawk Center ONLY-CLOSED McKee, Elder of the Native American Tuesday, October 3, 2012 Church. REGULAR TC ELECTIONS The Native American Church was ALL TRIBAL OFFICES WILL BE organized under the following leader- CLOSED ship: John Rave and his 12 “Disciples” John Baptiste, Willie Bird, Late Remember to Rave, Harry Rave, Albert Hensley, Joe Brown, Lawrence Smith, Turner Rave, VOTE Peter Rave, Sr., Oliver LaMere, Jesse Clay, and Harme Chase.. October 2nd. After a successful beginning, the Church was incorporated in 1921. Regular Election Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 — Page 11 Community Notices WinnaVegas Casino Resort Remember to has immediate Openings · Cage Manager · Security Supervisor (Certifi ed Law Enforcement) · Security Offi cer · Executive Chef VOTE · Cage Cashier · Front Desk/Reservations October 2nd Regular Election · Housekeeping – Hotel/Inn · Host/Hostess/Cashier · Dining Room Wait Staff ... Con’t. from front page Ho-Chunk, Inc. Applications can be obtained online at www.winnavegas.biz/employment. Email The team is majority-owned by Ho- & Player Personnel for the Lincoln Hay- your application to [email protected] or [email protected], fax Chunk, Inc., with minority ownership makers. For the past 10 years, Hayes to (712) 428-9422, or drop off in person to 1500 330th St., Sloan, IA. held by Hayes and Lindgren. Lance has served at Nebraska and Iowa high Be sure to frequently check http://www.winnavegas.biz/employment/ for our Morgan, Chief Executive Offi cer of Ho- schools in a variety of roles such as most recent openings. Chunk, Inc. launched the company position coach, special teams coordi- As provided by federal law, we do reserve the right to preferential hiring prac- in 1994 as the economic development nator and Director of Operations. He tices as it pertains to Native American applicants when considering applications. corporation for the Winnebago Tribe also spent time with the Omaha Beef Winnebago Tribal Members strongly encouraged to apply. of Nebraska. During his association of the IFL and the Iowa Blackhawks of WinnaVegas Casino Resort offers an excellent benefi ts package, including paid with Ho-Chunk, Inc. he has directed the APFL. Most recently, as Offensive vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more! If you are ready to the development of 30 subsidiaries Coordinator he assisted the Council join a fast-growing, fun working atmosphere, APPLY TODAY! with operations throughout the United Bluffs Express in getting to the cham- States and in fi ve foreign countries. pionship game. Hayes currently resides Headquartered in Winnebago, the com- in Omaha. pany maintains offi ces in Bellevue and Brad Lindgren, Lincoln resident, will Winnebago Community Development Fund Elkhorn, Nebraska. take on the role of General Manager The Winnebago Community Development Fund was developed to provide “The Winnebago Tribe has been in for the Lincoln Haymakers. Lindgren’s matching funds for grants, build community projects, supplement community Nebraska for 150 years and Ho-Chunk, primary duties will include running the infrastructure, increase educational opportunities, provide community based Inc. is a Nebraska corporation. We are day to day operations. Having served as venture capital and provide gap fi nancing for approved projects. If you believe committed to economic development General Manager of the Council Bluffs you qualify for this fund or would like to submit an application, call Sharon in our region and in the state,” says Express, Lindgren brings extensive Frenchman @ (402) 878-2809 or e-mail [email protected] for an Morgan. “This is an opportunity for us business experience to the team. application and instructions. The following schedule was adopted for the year to provide both an entertainment venue Lincoln resident Dave Brumagen 2013. Please have your application in 1 week prior to the meeting date. and a sports franchise for Lincoln, and it will serve as Head Coach for the team. Meeting Dates: is an opportunity to be associated with Coach Brumagen was with the Omaha October 25, 2012 April 11, 2013 a game that all Nebraskans love.” Nighthawks where he served as the December 20, 2012 June 6, 2013 The Haymaker name was derived Assistant Director of Player Personnel. February 14, 2013 August 1, 2013 from reference to the very popular Lin- While serving as Council Bluffs Express coln Haymarket and from the common Interim Head Coach for the last 10 term used for a knock out punch in games of the 2012 season, Brumagen boxing. led the team to play in the APFL Cham- Justin Hayes, a Lincoln native, will pionship game. Winnebago Tribal Council be the Director of Football Operations Primary & Regular Election Schedule October 2, 2012

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877-521-8750 LEGAL NOTICE or write: Weinberg P.M. Inc., Masthead Scene 1309 Nebraska Street, Sioux City, Iowa 51105 Notice of Hearing Serving as the WIN Editor dur- Case No. CV12-183 ing the early 80’s Mr. Reid Scott This institution is an equal opportunity provider In the Matter of the Guardianship Petition of: Raymond was the only editor I’ve FRANCESCA MEDINA known to be a bit of rebel. Scott In Re: was Editor when the Winnebago B. M. (DOB 04-21-2004) Tribe was battling NPPD over the condemnation of Tribal Lands to TO: BOBBI MEDINA, Mother construct the now very visible Power EDWARDO ROJAS, Father You are hereby notifi ed that a petition lines through the northern part of has been fi led for Guardianship and a the Winnebago Reservation. Also hearing concerning the above referred fi lling the banner this week is the Individual(s) in Case No. CV12-183 has new scoreboard at the Winnebago been scheduled and will be heard in the Indians football fi eld. The Indians Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 27TH day of NOVEM- were 3-1 as they entered last nights BER 2012 at the hour of 1:00 P.M. contest against Hartington, losing only to the Pender Pendragons un- LEGAL NOTICE der last Friday Night’s lights.

TO: ADRIENNE PETERSON This is notice that the Bureau of Indians Affairs, Winnebago Agency shall restrict your Individual Indian Money (IIM) account fi ve (5) days after this notice has been published in this new2spaper for four (4) consecutive weeks. This restriction of your IIM account is at the request of the Winnebago Tribe’s Credit Department and is based on your failure to repay your loan from said Tribal Credit Department, which is delinquent. Once restricted, your IIM account will remain restricted until your loan(s) is/are paid in full. If you do not agree with the proposed restriction of your IIM account, you have the right to a fair hearing as provided in 25 CFR 115.600 et seq. Your request for a hearing must be in writing and received by the Superintendent of the Win- nebago Agency within forty (40) days of the date of publication of the fi nal notice on September 15, 2012. If a hearing is requested, the Superintendent will conduct a fair hearing within ten (10) days of receipt of your request for a hearing. Adelita L. Guere. Superintendent. Bureau of Indian Affairs. Winnebago Agency. Route 1, P.O. Box 18. Winnebago, Nebraska 68071. Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, September 29, 2012 — Page 12 WinnaVegas “NFL Pick’em Challenge”