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VOLUME 18, ISSUE 19 SIS BAG KTO KE GISES SUGAR MAKING MONTH APRIL 1, 2013 FCP Chairman Attends Historic

In this Issue: Signing of Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act submitted by Martin Schreiber & Associates

On Thursday, March 7, 2013, the the protection, it also provides for more vides to Native American women. It Violence Against Women rape kits, a national registry of forensic gives Indian courts the ability to prose- Reauthorization Act (VAWA) was signed evidence from sexual assault cases, cute non-Indians for crimes relating to into law by President Barack Obama, strengthening of criminal anti-trafficking domestic violence and violations of pro- surrounded by distinguished guests from statutes, providing temporary housing tective orders. This portion of the bill law enforcement and other tribal com- for victims and addressing domestic vio- raised strong opposition from Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day munities. lence on American college campuses. Republicans. Several GOP members pg. 5 Forest County Potawatomi (FCP) According to facts provided by viewed this provision as unconstitutional Chairman Harold “Gus” Frank had the Moore’s office, since VAWA’s passage in expansion of tribal authority. honor of attending the ceremony at the 1994, the rate of intimate partner vio- Wisconsin Delegates Kind (D-WI Interior 3), Congressman Mark Pocan (D-WI 2), Department and Moore (D-WI 4), Duffy (R-WI 7), Ryan wished to share “I was privileged to witness a historic (R-WI 1) and Baldwin (D-WI) all voted this statement: “I occasion... to protect Native American in favor of the bill. While Congressman was privileged to women.” James Sensenbrenner (R-WI 5), witness a historic FCP Chairman Harold “Gus” Frank Congressman Tom Petri (R-WI 6), occasion where Congressman Reid Ribble (R-WI 8), and tribal jurisdiction U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) all voted was reaffirmed by federal law to lence has declined 50 percent, reporting against passage. Ultimately, the Violence empower tribal law enforcement, tribal of domestic and sexual violence has Against Women Reauthorization Act prosecutors and tribal courts to protect increased 50 percent, and all 50 states saw bipartisan support. Native American women.” He added, “I have reformed laws relating to domestic Tribal governments should be FCP Boxing Club was proud to join my fellow tribal lead- violence, sexual assault and stalking. allowed the rights to protect its people, pg. 12 ers and Congresswoman Gwen Moore at The funding VAWA has provided has and this bill will give them that basic the signing ceremony. The Community trained over 500,000 law enforcement right. Domestic violence still kills three is proud of our role in defending tribal officers, prosecutors and judges. women a day in America; this bill is a sovereignty and self-determination and One of the most important provi- step in the right direction to reducing very proud of Congresswoman Moore sions in VAWA is the protection it pro- this epidemic. for her strong defense of VAWA in the House of Representatives.” Chairman Frank went on to say, “I Pow-wows...... pg. 9 was also pleased to see that this gained bipartisan support, and I would like to Notices ...... pg. 10 thank the Wisconsin Delegates that Calendar ...... pg. 11 voted in favor: Congressman Sean Duffy, Congressman Paul Ryan, Personals ...... pg. 11 Congressman Ron Kind, Congressman Mark Pocan, Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Sen. Tammy Baldwin. Indian Country and Native women have waited PAID PAID a long time for this day to arrive.” PRSRT STD PRSRT US POSTAGE WAUPACA, WI WAUPACA, PERMIT PERMIT NO 47 The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act was initially passed on Thurs., Feb. 28, 2013. This conclud- ed a long and hard fought battle, since the bill had lapsed in 2011. The passage of the VAWA now extends protection to millions of Native American, LGBT and Congressman Sean Duffy (R-WI 7) proudly holds the Forest County immigrant women who were previously Potawatomi flag with Chairman “Gus” Frank while he was in Washington, not protected under federal law. D.C., on March 13, 2013. Congressman Duffy commended the Potawatomi The VAWA law provides crucial Community for its commitment to northern Wisconsin. Congressman Duffy protection to all women regardless of represents eight tribal nations in the district. submitted photo background or community. In addition to Page 2 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Community Letters to a Teacher - A Warrior at War Letters from William Alloway Sent Home During World War II submitted by Norman H. Tribbett: Letters From the Kerr Family Collection

Jan. 1, 1945 Jan. 15, 1945 Jan. 30,1945 has been good to us in the last few weeks or so. The sun has been shining, Dear Mr. Kerr and Eleanor, Dear Mr. Kerr, Dear Mr. Kerr, hardly any wind, no rain and every thing Your Christmas card mailed on or I just thought I’d write another letter I have been trying for the past few else is all green again. I always like to about December 14th got to me this to you just to keep in touch and to let days to get this letter out to you but see that time. I know just how it was at morning and I was very happy of the you know that I am getting along just some how or other I never can. I hope I the school when spring got around. whole thing. Now to express my appre- fine in this world. Well, to start the letter can make it this time. Well, Mr. Kerr, what are you doing ciation for your kind consideration I just out I may as well say this much, I am You see Mr. Kerr, every time I get a for yourself since spring is around you? want to thank you for everything you feeling fine and getting along swell. I good start on a letter to you there is I suppose it is the same old story, that is have done for me. Indeed it was and is a guess I can be thankful for that much in always some thing that turns up and I to get ready for the next winter. I know great pleasure for me to write this letter this cruel world of ours. I won’t say as have to let the letter go and to get some that is usually the case no matter where to you. I hope you will like it. It’s not to whether I’d like life or this country other work done. Any way that’s that. you go. Are all the birds still hanging that I am skeptical or anything like that and that will remain to be seen or said. Well, how are you doing since this around your place like they have always but just another way of putting this sen- Confidentially between you and I hate new year? I hope that every thing is fine been? tence together that is on “I hope you like this country and there is nothing more with you in all respects. I am getting As for me I still have the same old it”. You should know the army by now. than I want and that is to be home to my along fine and am feeling quite well, job. By that I mean I am working in an Nothing to it. mother’s arms and to live like a human which is about all that I can say for office and I am getting along pretty well. By the way how are you and the being instead of being pend up in this myself as of this date. That’s much bet- All that I am worried about and that is family getting along in this world? I do country without any pleasures. You ter than I have been before. getting home. I do think that I will get hope that every thing is fine with you in know it won’t be so bad if we could go I have sent you a copy of the Stars that chance when the time comes. At every way you look at it. I am feeling out and enjoy ourselves in a quiet place and Stripes today. You should be getting least I am looking forward for that day. I pretty well and am getting swell. But if we were having it our own way and it along about the same time of this let- hope it is not too long to be waiting. there is one thing the army is getting me like being held up in some highway. ter. You will than read just why I have Well, I don’t have anything else to slowly but sure. This is known as the Everything that we do is at least ten dol- sent that copy to you. I think that you say right at the present so I will say army is fine if you don’t weaken. I am lars ($10.00). Well so much for that sub- will be interested in it. good bye for now. I will write again finding out many things that I did not ject. I think that I am getting another some day. know before. Yeah, this is a fine time to Well, how are you getting along in award which is no more than Bronze Your friend, find these things out. It’s almost too late. this year so far? I hope that every thing Arrowhead and that will be added to my Billy I should have known about this before. is coming along just fine. Not that I campaign ribbon. So you see it won’t be Well, what’s the difference some body doubt any thing if when I do get to hear so big, that is to wear as some kind of a • • • • • has to clear the path for the next man. or read any thing in the near future from large medal like that I have. I don’t How is the weather around home you. Like I said before and I will repeat know for sure of this award. I have read May 28, 1945 now-a-days? It is getting cold here day it again I am always willing to hear any some thing about it and that’s about as Dear Mr. Kerr, by day. I can hardly stand it sometimes. thing you have to say to me and this will far as I got on it. I will tell you more I got the V mail that you wrote to Believe it or not I have never been like go on now until such a time you discon- about it when the official order is out. me some ago and I was sure glad to hear this before until I was injured at Anzio tinue writing to me. I suppose you know The weather has been good to us from you once more. I am glad that you Beach head. You see Mr. Kerr, every this by heart and even if you didn’t you here for the past few days even if it was wrote and I have enjoyed in reading since that time I get cold too, easily just should have some idea of this whole rain and cloudy days. We have a small every word of it. Now that I got the let- like I hand nothing on right half of my thing and there is no question about that portion of sun shine in the past few days ter in my hands I am taking this time off body. I suppose I can thank the Germans or any thing else in the world. I am not here. The rain is rather hard on us and to answer it so I won’t have to keep you for every thing for this. guilty of the fact that you do know a the snow up the line a few miles. Guess, waiting any longer than necessary. I wonder what it feels like to be whole lot about me. That little question you will know just what I mean by that. I am also glad that you got the pic- home again. I suppose most of the habits may come handy some times, not that I That’s about all I can say for that part of ture that I sent to you. I was thinking for of the people has changed in every way. am going to get into trouble just to have this letter. awhile that you didn’t get the letter. You I hardly think I’d know what to do in you get me out but may come in good or Sorry I can write any more than I know how it is when you are waiting for this case and I am sure I will be lost for even may not need it. Sounds funny have in this letter. I will have to say some thing and you begin to get tired the first few days. I was the same way doesn’t it. I generally get the habit of good bye and hope to hear from you after so long. Well, that is the way it was when I first got into this unit and I am thinking out loud some times so don’t very soon. for me. I didn’t know just what to think getting to where I know every man in mind. Your Friend, but I am satisfied after hearing from this outfit. This unit is in between civil- Incidentally, Mr. Kerr, we did have Billy you. ian life and the army itself. I am telling some snow in France so far. I think that • • • • • I didn’t mean to be too hard on you you I did have quite a time to get around was very good but somehow or other I about the letter stating that I was being to know most of the men. I still don’t did like to see the snow when it was April 25, 1945 neglected or in similar means. I didn’t know every man. here. I got the most out of it when it was know that you were sick like you stated Come to think of it this is New around. Now I can say that I have seen Dear Mr. Kerr, in the letter that I was answering. There Years Eve and here I am nothing to do snow this year. Ice is really nothing new I just thought I should write you is so little that I do know of the people but stick around the office and pound for me as I get to see that every day. So again to see how you are getting along. I to home and I am always wondering just away on this typewriter all evening. I there is no point in telling that. hope every thing is alright with you as I how they are making out. I might this should be out with the boys. The only Tell me, where are you working didn’t get a letter from for a long while. much, that is the reason why I do like to thing that I have going out is I don’t now-a-days? I don’t want to be too per- I am always wondering just why you ask a lot of questions. Other than that I want to drink. I got along without it this sonal but I should like to know. You don’t write any more. I always did like don’t have any other for writing to any long and it won’t me to stay away from have never told me any more on how to hear from you but in the last months I one. it much longer. The further I can stay you did come out on this deal at Lac Du shouldn’t figure out just you don’t write Yes, part of my address did include away from the liquor the better I like it. Flambeau, Wis. I think that is the place any more. Signal Section, that is, up until a few It’s not hard to do. You probably don’t where you said you were you going to I hope it isn’t anything that I have days ago. You see when I first came to believe this but it is true. In fact we have get your job and you also wish me a job said to you to make you that way. I have 6th Port I was asgd to Sig. Sec. I was a club and plenty of beer gardens near of some kind with the Government. I been thinking back on the letters that I asgd there because my work at the time by which to drink but I just don’t have hope you did make out fine with exams wrote to you, that is, if I ever said any- was only signal. On the other hand I taste for it. that you said you were taking for that thing in the way of making you stop came right to work with the AG sec. and Well this about all I can say right job. writing. I also think that I have been I am still in it. At the time of my asgmt, now so here is Bill signing off until next Well, it’s time to go to work and I pretty faithful to you in a way of a there were no radios in this Hq. From time I get a chance to write. So long am saying good bye for now. I will be friend. Well, what ever it is I hope this then on I thought to myself, one job is every body. waiting for your reply. letter will bring back the old memories. just as good as another. Your friend, You friend, In the past few days, there isn’t a continued on pg.5... William Alloway Billy thing that I can talk about except about the weather. All I can say is the weather Community POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Page 3 Welcome to These New Employees Happy April Birthday Sarah Flynn, Education Crystal Cooper, HWC to These Elders Teacher’s Aide, Crandon School Switchboard Operator Hire date: 1/23/2013 Hire date: 2/11/2013 04-04 Jeanette Towns 04-17 Judith Kasparek Contact info: Contact info: (715) 478-4130 04-05 Elayne Shepard 04-17 Clarence Daniels [email protected] [email protected] 04-09 John Mann 04-19 Ora Monegar 04-11 Joyce Daniels 04-20 Carole White Tara Kress, Tribal Court Chris Votis, Tribal Housing 04-13 Eugene Shawano Sr. 04-20 Paul Kezick Deputy Clerk Service Specialist 04-14 Karen Ritchie 04-20 Patricia Shopodock Hire date: 1/28/2013 Hire date: 2/25/2013 04-15 Joan Stefonek 04-20 Jo Anne Jackson Contact info: (715) 478-7233 04-16 J.R. 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tomized solutions for disposing of haz- being a form of renewable energy, this FCPC Focus On Renewable Energy ardous and non-hazardous waste. They process prevents these wastes from by Abbey Thompson will supply waste from food and bever- being dumped back into the environment age facilities and animal waste from ani- and polluting resources even further. Climate change is a serious problem evaluation of the carbon and energy mal processing plants. The facility’s The tribe is exploring other energy no longer ignored by politicians and footprint of its major facilities. Using digester will break these materials down projects as well. In January of this year, mainstream media. It’s primarily caused that as a baseline, quarterly evaluations into methane gas, which will in turn FCP Energy Working Group was formed by carbon dioxide released from burning indicate an overall 17.5 percent reduc- power engines to generate about two at the request of Executive Council to fossil fuels like oil, coal and gas. The tion in its carbon footprint per square megawatts of energy. This energy will champion energy efficiency and inde- Forest County Potatwatomi (FCP) tribe foot. be sold back to Wisconsin Energy pendence. Their overall goal is to reduce adopted the following environmental As one of the forerunners in posi- Corporation. the tribe’s carbon footprint to zero and mission statement emphasizing long- tive environmental change, the FCP tribe Taking into consideration the prox- obtain carbon-free energy, self-sufficien- term goals to help stop climate change: is seeking to become energy independent imity to PBC, it is a negative air pres- cy and potentially green energy sales to “The traditional values of the by using only renewable carbon-neutral sure, odor-free process. In addition to others. Forest County Potawatomi Community or carbon-free resources. (Carbon neu- teach us to respect all living things, to tral means removing as much carbon take only what we need from Mother dioxide from the environment as possi- Earth, and to preserve the air, water and ble.) soil for our children. Reflecting these In 2012, the Strategic Launch Plan values, we take leadership in creating a was created after a brainstorming work- sustainable and healthy world. We shop took place, attended by employees resolve to reduce our own environmental from the Natural Resources, Grants, impacts and to take steps to remedy the Planning, Legal, Land Use and Utilities impacts of others. We encourage others departments, as well as Executive to do the same. We also seek legislative Council. Issues and obstacles blocking and policy changes that protect the envi- progress toward a shared energy vision ronment for all people, including gener- were brought forth and the group ations to come.” devised a calendar year of activities with The tribe is well known as leaders the initial goal of establishing protocol, in environmental stewardship and is policy and direction to tribal depart- nationally recognized for these accom- ments for meeting renewable energy The renderings provide snapshots of the host facility; one view plishments: goals. from the northwest, the other from the southeast. • Achieving “Class 1” air status - One of these goals is the completion protecting the air, lakes and rivers from of the bio-digester that will be located contaminants. just west of the Potawatomi Bingo • The tribe was a member of Gov. Casino (PBC) in Milwaukee. This $18.6 Doyle’s Climate Change Task Force - million project includes a 9,760 sq. ft. assisting with the development of poli- building that will be built on a current cies helping Wisconsin lower its carbon staff parking lot. It will be completed in emissions. August 2013. • Chairman Harold “Gus” Frank The facility will create renewable was honored as a White House energy while generating revenue for the Champion of Change in 2012 for his tribe. Waste will be supplied by work “demonstrating that corporate Advanced Waste Services (AWS) in environmental leadership makes sense West Allis, Wis., which will deliver liq- for both business and for American com- uid organic waste material in tanker munities”. trucks to the facility on a daily basis. • In 2007, the tribe completed an AWS is a company that offers cus-

Spring Elections to Feature Statewide and Local Races submitted by George Ermert, Martin Schreiber & Associates

On Tuesday, April 2, Forest County Department of Public Instruction and of Crandon, incumbent Mayor Rob cation card or license issued by a residents will have the opportunity to oversees the administration of Jaeger is running unopposed, and two Wisconsin governmental body or unit; vote in several important elections on Wisconsin’s public schools. Individuals candidates for Crandon School Board any identification card issued by an both the state and local level. This serve a term of four years. For more are also running unopposed: Nadine employer in the normal course of busi- includes statewide races for State information on these candidates, please Westimayer and Jeff Ackley Jr. ness and bearing a photo of the card Superintendent of Public Instruction and visit their campaign websites: In order to vote on Tuesday, April 2, holder, but not including a business card; State Supreme Court. www.tonyevers.com and www.pridemor- 2013, there are a few things to remem- a real estate tax bill or receipt for the The race for State Superintendent of eforwi.com. ber: current year or the year preceding the Public Instruction is between incumbent In the race for State Supreme Court, • Polls are open from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. date of the election; a residential lease Dr. Tony Evers and challenger state Rep. incumbent Justice Pat Roggensack is • You must be registered to vote; which is effective for a period that Don Pridemore. Dr. Evers was first being challenged by law professor Ed this can be done prior to or on election includes Election Day (NOT for first- elected State Superintendent of Public Fallone. Justice Roggensack has served day. time voters registering by mail); a gas, Instruction in 2009. He holds a doctorate on the Wisconsin Supreme Court since In order to register to vote you electric or telephone service statement in Educational Administration from the 2003 and is a graduate of the University must: (utility bill) for the period commencing University of Wisconsin – Madison. He of Wisconsin Law School. Challenger • Provide a Wisconsin Department not earlier than 90 days before election began his education career in 1976 as a Ed Fallone is a Marquette Law School of Transportation-issued driver’s license day; bank statement; paycheck or a teacher in Tomah, Wis. Challenger professor and a practicing attorney. number OR last four digits of your check or other document issued by a unit Pridemore graduated from Marquette Justices are elected to 10-year terms. If Social Security Number or Wisconsin of government. University with a degree in electrical you would like to learn more about the state ID card number (if you do not have If you would like to find your engineering. He has served in the candidates, please visit their websites: a Wisconsin driver’s license). polling location, please go to Wisconsin State Assembly since 2004, http://roggensackforjustice.com and • Provide current and valid proof of https://myvote.wi.gov/. representing the 22nd Assembly District http://falloneforjustice.com. residency. This includes: A current and in southeastern Wisconsin. The State On the local level, several candi- valid Wisconsin driver’s license or iden- Superintendent serves as the head of the dates are running unopposed. In the City tification card; any other official identifi- Community/Departments POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Page 5

Letters to a Teacher Solid Waste Buys New Equipment by Winda Collins

...continued from page 2 ers in the next few years and I still have FCP Solid Waste recently purchased condensing waste in the dumpsters. Well, I hope to be home in the next plenty of time. the new Nortrax backhoe pictured “It’s not a glorious job for such a few months. I think that I have been here The country seems nice and quiet below, and on March 13, several staff nice piece of machinery,” said Marshall, long enough and I think it is time for me since the war is over. It seems nice to members attended a training session on “but it will pay for itself in 10 years.” to be coming home to mama. Ha ha, poor have it that way again. Boy, I am telling its use. By packing more waste into each fish. I also think that I did my job as I you just what I think of these people but I According to Jeffery Marshall, FCP dumpster, the tribe can save up to as should be granted to get home and to for- am not going to be that kind so I may as 1 get about the whole thing. What the army well stop right where I am. I am sure it director of waste management, this new much as ⁄4 of what can be spent to have thinks is another thing. I got my fingers isn’t any of my business. This will have equipment will serve three purposes: the waste hauled away. That’s a big sav- crossed just to see home once more and to be all for now until I hear from you snow removal, demolition and packing. ings! to see the people back there. again. And what Marshall means by packing is I got to Nice for seven day last Your friend, week and I sure did enjoy stay there. I Billy wouldn’t going back there for another rest like I did the last time. I got to see a • • • • • lot of country while I was there. Of (No date) course, there wasn’t much to see but I liked it there. I at least got to sleep up Dear Geo. until nine every morning or any time Don’t be too surprised after you when I felt like getting up. The meal have read this letter as I could hardly hours were as follows; 7:00 to 10:00, believe it myself. It’s rather a long story 12:00 to 3:00 and from 6:00 to 8:00. Boy, but to make it as short as possible, got that was the life for me after the long my orders to report to Ft. Sheridan, Ill. hard months over here. I know that can’t Really don’t know when I am suppose to last forever. So right now I am back to be there, however, morning report work and on the ball. changes and to be effective July 2, 1945. I see by the paper that Forest County Don’t know what that means as it may is having another fair in August 28 to 30. apply to cutting off my overseas pay and I hope to be there when that time comes in the states. That can mean a number of around. I believe the last time I have ever things but I am not worried of that as I been to a county fair was in 1937 and only want to be home to mama. By the that is a long time. The last one that I way, stop writing as I am to notify you wanted to go to was in the year of 1940, that but will write to give new address. that is just before I got into the army. I Friend, didn’t see it. Oh! Well there will be oth- Billy *This final set of letters written by William Alloway during World War II are Wabeno Elementary Celebrates dedicated to his son, the late Edward Alloway (1952-2012). Postscript to the letters: The late George Kerr, through correspondence, gave Dr. Suess! moral support to his former student, William Alloway. Surely, Kerr found it reward- ing watching William mature while in the military. submitted by Wabeno Elementary & Wabeno Home School Association William Alloway received his discharge and returned to the Forest County The Wabeno Elementary School School members, teachers and commu- Potawatomi Community the first week of July 1945. The local newspaper wrote that recently celebrated Dr. Suess’s birthday nity friends. Many enjoyed the wonder- he received the following medals or decorations: Purple Heart, Combat Inf. Badge, with a week of fun-filled activities ful meal and celebration. Thank you to Seven Bronze Stars, American Defense, Unit Citation and EAME Ribbon, and including: dress up days, reading activi- everyone who donated a cake and volun- Good Conduct. Within a year or so of his World War II discharge, William re-enlisted with the ties and a penny war benefiting The teered time to make this evening a great army for several more years, serving also in Korea. His son, the late Edward American Cancer Society’s Relay for success! Alloway, stated that because employment opportunities for a Native American Life. The week was capped off with a If you have an interest in finding Veteran in Forest County were not available, William Alloway moved his family to Family Fun Night held at the elementary out more about the Wabeno Home & the Three Lakes / Eagle River area in the early 1950s. gym. School Association, upcoming events or The submitter of this series of letters wishes to thank individuals for their com- The night included a spaghetti din- volunteer opportunities, please email pliments apropos the letters. ner, a cake walk sponsored by the [email protected] or Wabeno Home & School Association attend one of the monthly meetings held and a children’s entertainer, Tom Pease. the first Monday of every month in the Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day The cake walk held 21 colorful and cre- Wabeno Elementary library. ative cakes donated by Wabeno Home &

(l-r) Zion Pemma, Simone Pemma and Royal Pemma On Tuesday, March 12, youth from the N.E.W. Directions and CHOICES pose for a quick programs attended a St. Patrick’s Day party. Youth were encouraged to picture with some wear green and were given green leprechaun hats to wear. Things got homemade and active with a spirited version of Simon Says. yummy looking photos by Winda Collins goodies. Page 6 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Departments The Whole Tooth: Wisdom Teeth Nutrition: Why? And Try! submitted by FCP Health & Wellness Center Dental Department submitted by Lisa Miller, RD, FCP Health & Wellness Dietitian Wisdom teeth, also referred to as The broken gum acts as a breeding Nutrition and weight management is can exceed the daily limit (0-1g per day) third molars, get their name by being the ground for bacteria causing swelling of such an important part of health. That is quickly if you have several servings. last teeth to come in during young adult- the gums or tooth decay. If your wisdom why it is important to continue to learn, Look in the ingredient list and avoid hood. The third molars usually will try teeth have erupted, the key to preserving be reminded of, and to try things that products that list shortening or hydro- to grow in at around age 17 to 21 years. them is maintaining good oral health by will improve your health. Each month, genated or partially hydrogenated oils. Since that is considered to be the age brushing twice a day and seeing your the Potawatomi Traveling Times will Some foods that may contain trans fat when people become wiser, third molars dentist twice a year. highlight a nutrition topic, talk about include bakery items, refrigerated bak- gained the nickname, “wisdom teeth”. The condition of your mouth why it is important and provide a few ery items, some brands of peanut butter Actually, they are no different than changes over time. Wisdom teeth that ideas to try: or margarine, some processed cheese any other tooth except are not removed Fats - Why: Dietary fat is an products and other packaged foods. that they are the last should continue to be important nutrient in our diet. It is a rich Try: Limiting saturated fat to 10 teeth to erupt, or grow monitored because source of energy; it has nine calories per g/day for women and 15 g/day for men. into the mouth. They the potential for gram compared to four calories per gram Saturated fat is found in meats such as are just as useful as developing problems in protein or carbohydrate - more than sausage, brats and bologna, so choose any other tooth if they later on still exists. twice as many calories per bite. leaner meats such as roast beef, venison, grow in properly, As with many other Understanding this can help with weight chicken and turkey breast. It is also have a proper bite health conditions as management. found in dairy products, so choose relationship and have people age, they are A healthy but not excessive amount reduced or non-fat dairy products or healthy gum tissue at greater risk for of stored fat in the body insulates and limit amounts of full fat products. around them properly health problems, and protects against injury and shock. Another source is chocolate; enjoy in positioned. Unfortunately, this does not that includes potential problems with Dietary fat is essential in the digestion moderation. Read your labels and add it always happen. As part of a dental visit, their wisdom teeth. It is easier to remove and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins up. your dentist will examine you to deter- wisdom teeth at a younger age. Regular and phytochemicals. Certain fats are Try: Including healthy fats regular- mine if your wisdom teeth are healthy dental visits are important so your den- helpful and need to be included in the ly in your diet. Include canola and olive and properly positioned. tist can evaluate not just your wisdom diet and other fats are harmful. It is oil (1-2 Tbsp/day), or olives, nuts and or If wisdom teeth are not visible, teeth, but your overall oral health to help important to know the difference and natural nut/peanut butter (1 oz/day), they are impacted or unable to erupt due you prevent and manage dental disease make changes in your diet. Here are avocado, flax, and fatty fish such as to space and size limitations. Impacted and achieve optimal oral health. three tips you can try: salmon, tuna, sardines, herring or trout teeth don’t have enough room to grow Talk to the dental professionals at Try: Avoiding trans or hydrogenat- (2-3 times per week). and will lie beneath the gums, which the FCP Health and Wellness Center’s ed fat. Read your label and your ingredi- If you need some help getting start- may or may not be a problem. Pain and dental department, where healthy beauti- ent list. Food labels can state “0g” trans ed or have questions regarding fats, call tooth crowding are also top wisdom ful smiles are our goal. They can be fat if the serving has less than .5g, which Lisa Miller, RD, at (715) 478-4320. teeth problems. Complications also can reached at (715) 478-4313. arise when wisdom teeth partially erupt. Play it Smart: Alcohol and Pregnancy Don’t Mix FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI submitted by Kristin Kuber, FCP Health &Wellness Center Health Educator HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER For years Wisconsin has been • Difficulty in school (especially TM 8201 Mish ko swen Drive, Crandon, WI known for its high rates of alcohol use with math) General Information (715) 478-4300 • www.fcpotawatomi.com and binge drinking. Women are not • Learning disabilities exempt from this statistic. In 2010, • Speech and language delays YOUR Accredited Medical Home Wisconsin women ages 18-44 had the • Intellectual disability or low IQ highest rates of alcohol use and binge • Poor reasoning and judgment drinking in the nation. This is a serious skills Forest County Potawatomi Health and issue as this is the child bearing age for • Sleep and sucking problems as a Wellness Center is an AAAHC Accredited women. Women may not know they are baby Patient Centered Medical Home — pregnant for weeks or even months and • Vision or hearing problems continue to drink putting their baby at There is no known safe time to the only accredited facility in Forest risk for serious health complications drink alcohol during pregnancy. The County. For our patients, this means called fetal alcohol spectrum disorders baby’s body and brain are developing you will receive safe, high quality (FASDs). throughout pregnancy and can be dam- care when you need and want it. FASDs are a group of conditions aged at any time. Damage can occur that can occur in a person whose mother even in the earliest weeks of pregnancy, WHY WONDER & WAIT? drank alcohol during pregnancy. When a before a woman knows that she is preg- pregnant woman drinks alcohol, so does nant. Therefore, it is recommended that Our Weekend Walk-In is open her unborn baby. Alcohol in the moth- women abstain from alcohol if they are Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — er’s blood passes through the placenta to considering becoming pregnant. If a the baby through the umbilical cord. woman is drinking alcohol during preg- Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can nancy, it is never too late to stop. The for minor non-life-threatening illnesses and cause miscarriage, stillbirth, and a vari- sooner a woman stops drinking, the bet- injuries, such as: cuts, sprains, colds/flu, fever, ety of lifelong disorders. ter it will be for both her baby and her- earache, headache. Children with FASDs might have self. the following characteristics and behav- If you are pregnant or trying to get iors: pregnant and cannot stop drinking, get • Abnormal facial features, such as a help! Contact Jodie Harris, Missy smooth ridge between the nose and Anderson or Yvonne Robles from the Services Offered upper lip (this ridge is called the FCP Community Health Department at Behavioral Health Lab Pharmacy philtrum) (715) 478-4355 or your primary care (715) 478-4332 (715) 478-4339 (715) 478-4347 • Small head size provider. You can also contact your local • Shorter-than-average height Alcoholics Anonymous or local alcohol Medical Radiology Community Health • Low body weight treatment center. (715) 478-4355 (715) 478-4349 (715) 478-4339 • Poor coordination For more information visit: Optometry Rehabilitation Services Dental (715) 478-4345 • Hyperactive behavior www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/fasd/index.html (715) 478-4313 (715) 478-4344 • Difficulty paying attention • Poor memory News From the Nations POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Page 7 NCAI Address by President Jefferson Keel - Executive Council Winter Session submitted by Thom Wallace, NCAI Communications Director

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 5, ise of the trust responsibility, and not an making progress in bringing Native issues much as 804,000 in IHS and tribal hospi- 2013) - It’s only been a few weeks since I element that might come and go with each to the forefront in Congress. tals and clinics. delivered the State of Indian Nations administration. Tribal leaders and our citizens have We called for all other federal pro- address and while much of the speech is The importance of nation-to-nation enormous issues to deal with each day. grams that serve the health of our nation’s still relevant, already many things have dialogue became even more clear with the Each tribe has the right to determine its populations with the highest need, such as changed related to a number of the issues dawn of 2013, as many of us looked own direction, as they have throughout Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, the that I addressed. For some of you, this is North. Our brothers and sisters and first history. Each tribe must determine its own Children’s Health Insurance Program and the first time I’ve seen you since our very Nations of Canada are working to realign course of action to ensure its prosperity. Veterans Administration to be exempt from successful Annual Conference, which we the nation-to-nation relationships between Some tribes have decided to embrace self- funding reductions. IHS should be exempt held in Sacramento, Calif., and a number Canada’s political leadership and the first governance as a way to advance and raise as well. of big events have occurred over the last nations of Canada. As we said then, we the level and quality of life for its citizens. In addition to our financial policy five months. stand united as the tribal nations of North Some tribes have decided that self-gover- focus, we have an incredible list of priori- First, our Annual Conference was a America, as a family of first peoples and nance is not for them, and they continue to ties and trust reform issues that we must great success. Sacramento was absolutely first governments of this land, and we wait on the federal government to abide by pursue. beautiful and we enjoyed great weather. stand united to protect our rights. treaties and provide the things that they Overall though – from land restora- We shared in the traditions and the cele- These nation-to-nation relationships need. Either way, that right to decide is an tion to education, tax reform to energy, the brations of the California tribes, and we do not disappear when leaders come and expression of their sovereignty. farm bill or language preservation – NCAI concluded some really important work and go from office; these are bonds that will I also said that we would not be able and Indian Country must remain focused discussions. The convention this past year forever link us as we were the first people to secure our communities, our nations or on the immediate windows of opportunity was a Constitutional Convention, and we of this land. our future prosperity until the safety of our that are open. And in the long term, we reaffirmed our commitment to Indian In the weeks following Superstorm Native women was assured. must all work together to open new win- country and made important decisions Sandy, where the nations of the Northeast While unresolved at the time of the dows of opportunity so that we can about our constitution. coast underwent great hardship, the federal State of Indian Nations address, I am advance our agenda. NCAI members addressed, in detail, a government passed and signed into law the proud to congratulate all of you and those Trust reform remains one of the most range of issues. From the first resolution Stafford Act. This act authorizes tribal who worked so tirelessly with the U.S. important windows of opportunities of our passed - Support for the Duckwater governments to directly request emergency government to pass the Violence Against time. With the Trust Reform Commission Shoshone Tribe Reservation Expansion aid from the federal government without Women Act (VAWA) with the constitution- working hard to advance the dialogue and Act, to the last, a resolution on the United going through state governments or wait- ally sound tribal provisions. ideas for taking action, we must continue Nations World Conference on Indigenous ing for state governments to act. This is a As Indian Country, we’ve been work- to work on this critical reform. Our own Peoples in 2014, NCAI membership put shining example of what dedicated consul- ing on VAWA for a very long time, and Northwest Area VP Fawn Sharp and for- forward our agenda. tation between nations can accomplish. I specifically many of our Native women mer NCAI President Tex Hall are working Our Native Vote campaign was a huge want to thank Administrator Fugate for his worked tirelessly on this effort. It repre- hard as commissioners, and I know they part of 2011 and 2012 and was an incredi- help in getting this done. sents a legacy that will shift the future of want to hear what you have to say. At the ble success. Many of these items I referenced dur- our nations. With our women safer and end of April, you can join with USET in As a result of the combined efforts of ing the 2013 State of Indian Nations more secure, our cultures and our pride Tennessee for the next commission meet- NCAI, Native Vote and all our partners – Address, which I delivered just days after will be stronger. ing, and at the beginning of June in individuals and organizations alike - we President Obama delivered the State of the I want to recognize NCAI’s Taskforce Oklahoma City. I hope you’ll join me. turned out the largest Native vote ever in Union. on Violence Against Women – and the co- And yet, we shouldn’t stop with 2012. And now that the Presidential elec- In that address, titled Securing Our chairs, Juana Majel Dixon and Terri Henry. trust reform at the Department of tion season is over, we will focus on help- Futures, I outlined the State of Indian I also want to recognize Jacqueline Interior. Trust reform must occur across ing Native candidates, increasing protec- Nations once again, as we’ve done every Agtuca, Deborah Parker and Karen all agencies, and that’s why NCAI has tions for all of our people at the ballot box, year for almost 11 years. I called on tribal Artichoke and others who did so much to called on President Obama to modernize and supporting get out the vote efforts in leaders and citizens to work to secure our lead this effort. the trust relationship by requiring upcoming elections. communities, our nations and our future The recent victories of the Stafford Interior to take the lead and reform the Since October, the Cobell Settlement prosperity. Act and the VAWA Reauthorization were trust relationship with all federal agen- was finalized and the federal government I noted some of the actions that clearly not won overnight. At the end of cies. When that happens, we’ll take began to make its payments to individual Congress should take to ensure that treaty last year, both VAWA and the Carcieri fix another step in advancing this relation- account holders. With such a large influx rights and trust obligations are upheld and were well within our reach, yet by the end ship. of money to Indian Country, NCAI strengthened. I also outlined actions that of the year they didn’t move. launched our Protect Native Money are necessary to strengthen our status as We set a course and didn’t lose a step. The last few months have made it Campaign – to educate Native people equal members of the family of govern- Now, with VAWA and the tribal provisions very clear: Indian Country can be com- about protecting Native money from ments of America. passed, the legislative fix for the Carcieri mon ground for all members of frauds and scams. And while I have been criticized by a Supreme Court is ever more clear. And Congress. As a result, we can and we Here’s why: Starting in 2012, $3 bil- handful of opinion columnists in Indian NCAI will not rest until the Carcieri fix is will continue to affect policy in lion in individual and tribal trust fund set- Country for placing an apostrophe out of completed. Washington D.C. And yet, it is vital that tlements will come to Indian Country place, or quoting a great American, let me Let’s take our unified voices focused we also remain focused on what we can through the Keepseagle and Cobell class state for the record that I am proud to be on securing our communities, our nations, do at home. action legal settlements. Lump sum pay- an American – a Native American and a and our futures to Congress and get this One of the most pressing issues is outs to individual recipients started in U.S. citizen. legislative fix passed. It’s an economic fighting poverty in our communities. 2012 amounting to more than $2 billion. In I do believe that tribes are the first issue, it’s a land issue and a cultural issue. Poverty in Indian Country is devastating. addition, more than 50 tribal trust settle- Americans and have the inherent sovereign We call on Congress to act now to fix this I know – like many of you and other ments, totaling more than $1.0 billion, right to enrich the lives of their citizens. long-standing problem. tribal leaders, I’ve looked it dead in the have been settled and payouts have either And, that the public should be educated There are many legislative priorities eye – and everything NCAI does already been made or are due shortly, with toward a better understanding of Indian that you will find we must advance in the addresses this head on. another estimated 60 tribal settlements in and Alaska Native tribes. days and months to come. Issues of imme- Tribal leaders and our citizens deal the pipeline to be resolved. NCAI is com- The fact is that tribal nations are sov- diate concern that we must address are the with this every day. A quarter of our mitted to ensuring that Indian Country pro- ereign nations, each with its own history, sequestration and the budget issues. people live in poverty, twice the national tects Native money. If you have any ques- culture and traditions. And, the inherent In the State of Indian Nations we once average. And while the country as a tions, go to our website. (www.ncai.org) sovereign rights of tribes are recognized in again called for Indian Country programs In December, many of you attended the United States Constitution and have to be held harmless in the budget deci- whole struggles with an unemployment the fourth annual White House Tribal been upheld through numerous Supreme sions. Just recently, we outlined the devas- rate that hovers around 8 percent, the Nation’s Summit, where we welcomed the Court cases. tating effects of a sequestration. Tribal pro- unemployment rate in Indian country is next four years with the Obama The only way we can change the grams in the Department of the Interior more than double that. Administration. In advance of that meet- effects of colonization is through effective which fund core governmental functions For too long, these statistics have ing, NCAI once again developed and change in federal Indian policy. like human services, law enforcement, been accepted as the way it is in Indian issued a substantial collection of policy Historically, federal Indian policy has been schools, economic development and natu- Country. The goal, it seemed, was just sur- recommendations, from tribal leaders, gov- made for Indians by non-Indians. Tribes ral resources stand to lose almost $130 vival. ernments, organizations, advocates, and were left out of the process and had no million. continued on pg. 8... citizens. We hope the Obama voice in the proceedings. Today, that is Sequester will impact Indian Health Administration will take steps to ensure changing. We have a voice. Service (IHS) decreasing inpatient admis- that these meetings remain a central prom- NCAI and many of our partners are sions by 3,000 and outpatient visits by as Page 8 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 News From the Nations

ing members of Congress that we are not a daughter. NCAI Address special interest group; NCAI has repre- I will conclude with this. When our sented all of Indian Country, and we work parents and grandparents formed this ...continued from pg. 7 fewer who stand in the way of strengthen- with all tribes and people to ensure we do organization, they called on us to work for But we must do better and we’re ing tribes. so. the greater good of Indian Country, for all working hard every day to do better for NCAI is advancing the pace of Yes, we have members, and our mem- Native people from all of our relations. our people. When tribes can develop their progress in the nation-to-nation relation- bership insists that we work across Indian When we look out across Indian own priorities and make the right invest- ship with the federal government. We are Country. Country, many of our people continue to ments, they don’t just survive - they thrive. getting a lot done here, and it’s in part due So, who does NCAI represent? Why struggle, but at NCAI and across Indian This drives all of our policy work. to the Administration, but it’s also a result not ask the Native women of Indian Country, we work to make the struggle That’s why we released the Securing of your work and the work of our partners. Country, many of whom aren’t individual less and less each day for all of our rela- Our Futures Report during the State of Self-governance and self-determina- members of NCAI, but whom NCAI, not tives. Indian Country is our communities, Indian Nations outlining the best practices tion are advancing our nations. And though for one moment, ever stopped focusing on our nations, and together we are our that tribes have been employing to create in many cases we face great challenges, the Violence Against Women Act efforts. future. new economic opportunity in Indian the resilience of our people and our Let’s ask the nations who aren’t mem- We are not standing down, we are not Country now. nations cannot be overstated. That’s what bers of NCAI who will benefit from the a weak people, we never have been and we When you come to Washington, D.C., we mean when we say Indian Country is Stafford Act, or the Indian Health Care never will be. The tribal nations of the pace of progress may seem as slow as strong. We are doing better and we can do Improvement Act, or NAGPRA, or the America are strong, and NCAI, our mem- it always has been, a bureaucracy that has better. And here’s what I know: we will do Indian Religious Freedom Act, or the bers, and the rest of Indian Country must failed Indian Country too many times. better. Tribal Law and Order Act, or VAWA. stand together as a family. There are things that people from the fed- How do I know? This upcoming What about the young girl who is That is how we will secure our future, eral government promise us, and later we October in Tulsa, we’ll celebrate our 70th waiting on the Supreme Court decision to by standing together, united, as a family of find ourselves reminding them of what Annual meeting – 70 years of vital work tell her what family she should live with – nations. they said. And, as we’ve seen in the last from NCAI members protecting tribal sov- with her father and her tribe? Is she a As we come upon our 70th year as an few weeks, there are those in this town ereignty. member? Not yet, but regardless, we’ll organization – I look forward to entering that still harbor stubborn and old stereo- NCAI has been and will be defined by still fight for her. Because she is a Native another 70 years with you. Thank you! types about our people, our communities what we continue to accomplish together. American with rights, and she is the and our nations. But the days of those From 1944 to 2013 and beyond. daughter of a Native father who loves his views winning out are over, and even From stopping termination to remind- Federal Agencies’ Action Plan to Guide Protection of Indian Sacred Sites submitted by U.S. Department of the Interior

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As part of tion, the signatory agencies are working from the participating agencies as needed, Department’s Tribal Listening Sessions on President Obama’s commitment to honor- together to raise awareness about Indian to carry out the stipulations of the MOU; Sacred Sites. Last year, the Department ing a nation-to-nation relationship with sacred sites and the importance of main- and held several Tribal Listening Sessions Indian Country, four cabinet-level depart- taining their integrity,” said Milford Wayne • The commitment of the agencies to across the country to elicit tribal and spiri- ments joined the Advisory Council on Donaldson, chairman of the Advisory designate senior level officials to serve as tual leaders concerns regarding sacred Historic Preservation in releasing an action Council on Historic Preservation. “The members of a core working group, which sites. plan to strengthen the protection of Indian tools to be developed under this action the Department of the Interior will chair. A copy of the action plan is available sacred sites and provide greater tribal plan will help agencies meet their Section Secretary Salazar also announced that at www.doi.gov/news/upload/SS-MOU- access to these heritage areas. The intera- 106 responsibilities while affording greater Interior plans to provide a report on the Action-Plan-March-5-2013.pdf. gency plan is required by the protections for sacred sites. The Advisory Memorandum of Understanding signed in Council is very pleased to be part of this December 2012 by the Departments of historic initiative to address the protection Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Interior and and preservation of Indian sacred sites.” the Advisory Council on Historic The MOU, unveiled at the White Preservation regarding coordination and House Tribal Nations Conference in 2012, collaboration for the protection of sacred will be in effect for five years. The MOU sites. commits the signatory agencies to work “The federal family has a special, together to achieve enhanced and shared responsibility to respect and foster improved interdepartmental coordination American Indian and Alaska Native cultur- and collaboration to improve the protec- al and religious heritage, and this action tion of and tribal access to Indian sacred plan will guide us in that important role,” sites. Among other things, the MOU com- Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar said. mits the participating agencies to work “We have dedicated considerable staff and together on developing guidance on the resources to address this important issue management and treatment of sacred sites, and will continue to work with the tribes on identifying and recommending ways to and their spiritual and religious leaders to overcome impediments to the protection of carry-out the action plan.” such sites while preserving the sites’ confi- “The Obama administration has taken dentiality, on creating a training program a number of steps to ensure that American for federal staff and on developing out- Indians and Alaska Natives have full reach plans to both the public and to non- access to the programs and services Federal partners. offered across the federal government,” The Action Plan includes: said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. • A Mission Statement that commits “Since 2009, USDA has stepped up tribal the agencies to work together to improve consultation efforts. We understand the the protection of and tribal access to importance of these sites and will continue Indian sacred sites, in accordance with to make sure tribes have full access to the Executive Order 13007 and the MOU, resources they need in their communities.” through enhanced and improved interde- “Protecting America’s air and water partmental coordination, collaboration and and our nation’s heritage is an important consultation with tribes; part of the Energy Department’s commit- • A list of actions the agencies will ment to Tribal Nations across the country, undertake together; particularly those that are neighbors to the • A commitment to consultation with Department’s National Laboratories, sites Indian tribes in developing and implement- and facilities,” said Energy Secretary ing the actions outlined in the plan to Steven Chu. “I look forward to continuing ensure meaningful strategies for protecting this important work and collaborating with sacred sites; other federal agencies and Tribal Nations • The establishment of a standing to protect Indian sacred sites throughout working committee made up of designated the United States.” senior staff from the participating agen- “Through collaboration and consulta- cies, as well as other subject matter experts News/Powwows POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Page 9 Secretary Salazar Announces Cobell Scholarship Fund Administrator; Seeks Nominees for Board of Trustees submitted by U.S. Department of the Interior

WASHINGTON D.C. – Secretary of “The Cobell Settlement scholarship Indian Graduate Center to encourage his members after consulting with federal- the Interior Ken Salazar announced that fund will help students across Indian Native American college graduates to ly recognized Indian tribes and consider- the American Indian College Fund has Country receive a higher education, strive for professional and doctoral ing the candidates they nominate. been selected to administer the student whether it’s through college, graduate degrees. Tribal nominations for the Secretary’s Scholarship Fund authorized by the school, or vocational certifications,” said “We are honored to have been select- trustees must be postmarked or emailed Cobell Settlement, with a fifth of the Interior Solicitor Hilary Tompkins. “The ed to administer the largest scholarship no later than Thursday, April 11, 2013. annual scholarships to be awarded by the fund administrator will play an important fund ever established on behalf American Please send curriculum vitae, a letter of American Indian Graduate Center. role in providing American Indians and Indian and Alaska Native students,” said intent which indicates a willingness to Secretary Salazar is also seeking nomina- Alaska Native students with the post-sec- Dr. Cheryl Crazy Bull, President and CEO serve, and a 250-word statement which tions for two of the members who will ondary training and education they need of the American Indian College Fund. “I supports the candidacy to Lizzie Marsters, serve on the Board of Trustees that over- to succeed in today’s world, whether in look forward to working with the Chief of Staff to the Deputy Secretary, sees the educational fund. the workplace, in the community or in American Indian Graduate Center to pro- Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street “This Scholarship Fund for Native government.” vide greater opportunities for higher edu- NW, Room 6118, Washington, DC 20240. American students will be a lasting, Salazar named the non-profit fund cation to the next generation of Indian The $3.4 billion Cobell Settlement meaningful legacy of the Cobell administrator after receiving nominations leaders and professionals.” authorized a $1.9 billion Land ‘Buy-Back’ Settlement that will help strengthen Indian from the Lead Plaintiff and evaluating the The American Indian College Fund, Program that will purchase small, multiple communities, advance tribal progress and candidates through a high-level Selection headquartered in Denver, has extensive interests from willing sellers at fair market secure a better future for the First Committee that included Interior policy experience in providing students the value. The acquired interests remain in Americans,” Salazar said. “In selecting appointees from Indian Affairs, the Office resources to succeed in tribal colleges and trust or restricted status through transfer to these qualified organizations and in seek- of the Solicitor and the Assistant Secretary technical and vocational certifications as tribal governments, enabling them to use ing the best trustees to oversee this educa- for Policy, Management and Budget. well as traditional undergraduate and the consolidated parcels for the benefit of tional fund, we are honoring Elouise On the Selection Committee’s recom- graduate programs. The American Indian their communities. As an incentive to par- Cobell and helping to empower Indian mendation, Salazar chose the American Graduate Center (Albuquerque) is ticipate in the land consolidation program, Country.” Indian College Fund to be the Recipient renowned for its award of scholarships to a donation will be made to the “My mother, Elouise Cobell, cared Organization, stipulating that the funds it graduate students. Scholarship Fund for each fractional inter- deeply about the next generation of Native receives be devoted to scholarships for The Secretary and Lead Plaintiff will est purchased by the ‘Buy-Back’ Program. people, and she insisted on this scholar- vocational certifications and 4-year each select two members for the Board of Interior is authorized to set aside up to ship as part of the settlement,” said Turk accredited bachelor degree colleges and Trustees that will oversee the Scholarship $60 million for the Scholarship Fund from Cobell. “It is a fitting tribute to her coura- universities, including tribal colleges that Fund. As the Recipient Organization, the the purchase of these fractional interests. geous work and will be a longstanding provide these degrees. The Secretary also American Indian College Fund, will select and appropriate legacy of her extraordi- stipulated that 20 percent of annual schol- one member. The Claims Resolution Act nary perseverance and vision.” arships be awarded by the American of 2010 requires the Secretary to choose

Powwow Trail - April 2013 April 6-7 April 12-14 April 19-20 April 20 35th First Nations University of 30th Black Hills State University* 45th Kyiyo* Menominee (Nama’o) Canada Spring* Young Field House, Spearfish, S.D. Adams Center, Missoula, Mont. Sturgeon Feast* Brandt Center, Evraz Place (605) 642-6578 (406) 243-5302 Menominee Indian High School Regina, Saskatchewan email: [email protected] www.umt.edu/kyiyo/powwow.htm Keshena, Wis. (306) 790-5950 ext. 2108 email: [email protected] (715) 799-5258 www.firstnationsuniversity.ca/ April 12-14 Host Drum: Five Clan Singers email: missens@firstnations 4th Catawba* April 19-21 university.ca Winthrop Coliseum, Rock Hill, S.C. 27th ASU Spring Competition* April 20-21 (803) 493-3907 ASU Band Practice Field, Tempe, Ariz. Big Spring* April 6 email: [email protected] (480) 965-5224 Dorthy Coliseum, Big Spring, Tex. 4th Honor the Youth* http:powwow.asu.edu (432) 263-3255 Southwestern Indian Polytechnic April 13 email: [email protected] email: powwowbigspring@ Institute, Albuquerque, N.M. 24th The Woodlands & High Plains* suddenlink.net (480) 221-3118 or (505) 262-6050 Nemzek Fieldhouse, Moorhead, Minn. April 19-20 email: [email protected] (218) 477-4272 or (218) 299-6806 Rock Creek* April 20 email: [email protected] Longhouse, Goldendale, Wash. Honoring Education* April 6-7 (541) 993-1528 Zorn Arena, Eau Claire, Wis. 41st Dance for Mother Earth* April 13-14 (715) 836-3367 Crisler Arena, Ann Arbor, Mich. 20th University of Iowa* April 19-20 email: [email protected] (734) 408-1581 University Recreation Building 37th LaCrosse Three Rivers* www.umich.edu/~powwow/ Iowa City, Iowa UW-LaCrosse Mitchell Hall April 20-21 email: danceformotherearth (319) 335-8298 LaCrosse, Wis. 21st NCIPA Spring Contest* @gmail.com http://powwow.uiowa.edu (608) 785-8225 Northside Aztlan Community Center email: [email protected] email: [email protected] Fort Collins, Colo. April 12-13 (970) 498-0290 38th American Indian Council* April 13 April 19-21 www.fortnet.org/PowWow Brick Breden Field House 41st UC-Davis* 43rd Time Out Wacipi* email: [email protected] Bozeman, Mont. East & West Quad - UC Davis Hyslop Sports Center, (406) 994-4880 Davis, Calif. Grand Forks, N.D. April 25-27 www.montana.edu/wwwnas (530) 752-4287 (701) 777-4291 30th Gathering of Nations* Host Drum: Northern Cree ccc.ucdavis.edu www.und.edu/org/undia The PIT, Albuquerque, N.M. email: [email protected] Host Drum: Elk Soldier (505) 836-2810 April 12-13 www.gatheringofnations.com San Juan College* April 19 April 20-21 McGee Park/Sun Ray Casino 18th Enumclaw* Seven Arrows* April 28 Farmington, N.M. High School Gym, Enumclaw, Wash. Taco Bell Arena @ Boise State Univ. MATC* (505) 566-3321 (360) 802-7689 Boise, Idaho MATC Truax Campus, Madison, Wis. www.sanjuancollege.edu/nac email: cathy_calvert@enumclaw. (208) 426-5950 (608) 246-6458 email: [email protected] wednet.edu mss.boisestate.edu madisoncollege.edu Contest powwows are indicated by an asterisk *. Host Drum: Cliff Eagle Singers email: [email protected] Page 10 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Notices

CULTURE EVENTS OPPORTUNITIES SERVICES OFFERED

Neshnabemwen - The Potawatomi Youth on the Move Walking Eagle’s Wing Foster Care Resource Room — New Location language has endured through the pas- Program - Activities continue April 3 - Recruitment: Take a Child Under Your Now located in the Family Resource sage of time. At one time, it is said that 22. To register or ask questions, contact Wing Center (Old Tribal Hall), the room has we all spoke the same language. Later Lisa Miller at (715) 478-4320, Becky FCP is in need for Native American four computers that are open to the com- on, we started speaking different lan- Meinert at (715) 478-4366 or Heath Laabs foster homes to keep FCP children in their munity. These computers are equipped guages and forming tribes based on who at (715) 478-4317, or to online to view community and connected to their tradi- with the following software to assist in was able to understand each other. events at www.fcpotawatomi.com. tions, language and culture. Protecting our improving your job skills, completing or The Bodewadmi, Ojibwe and Balancing Your Life & Diabetes/ children is priority, preserving our families updating your résumé, brushing up on Odawa were all one tribe and spoke the SPARKS - is tradition. Stop in at the FCP Indian computer and typing skills, and for com- same language. As the differences in the By appointment • Diabetes Education Child Welfare department in the Family pleting correspondence: language grew, they each formed a sepa- Room, Health & Wellness Center Services building (5415 Everybody’s • Turbo Typing - interactive, fun prac- rate entity. However, they maintained a Diabetes Education: Road, Crandon). Call (715) 478-4812. tice available to increase your hand/eye close bond and formed the “Council of Monitoring, making healthy changes, Flea & Craft Market: Nashville coordination and typing speed. the Three Fires” to deal with any issues psychosocial, complications, sick day and Town Hall (HWY 55/Cty Rd. B, • Quick Skills - hands-on, self-paced that might affect them. The Three Fires travel, planning for pregnancy, hypo- Crandon, Wis.) to learn and enhance your computer skills signified the alliance between the three, glycemia, medications, diabetes in gener- Every Wednesday features a variety of of Microsoft programs such as Word, while their individual fires proclaimed al, insulin and goal setting. items, such as: antiques, jewelry, hand- PowerPoint, Excel and Access. their own identity. Sparks Weight Management crocheted items, handmade soaps, oils, • WinWay Résumé Deluxe - it’s easy Beginning learners on Monday Program: Physical Activity & Nutrition baked goods, wood crafts. Vendors wel- to develop a résumé with more than evenings: 5 - 7 p.m. - FCP Cultural Education: come; call Linda Radtke, (715) 484-7271, 14,000 ready-to-use templates, more than Center, Library and Museum: (715) S - Support (weekly participation for more information and hours. 100,000 job-winning phrases and more 478-7478. encouraged); P - Program; A - Get Active, than 350 different design themes. When Stay Active; R - Reap the Rewards: Feel complete, the auditor will evaluate your EDUCATION Better, Be Healthier; K - Know the Basics résumé. of Good Nutrition; S - Stay Focused on • WisCareers Website - career explo- Crandon Indian Education Being Healthy ration guide and opportunities on comput- Committee - Please call Lisa Miller, RD, CD, at SERVICES OFFERED er programs. Complete a variety of assess- Monthly meetings are normally (715) 478-4320, or Cathy Chitko at (715) ments based on interests, work values, held the first Wednesday of each month career skills and workplace skills; help 478-4367. Employment Skills Program at 5 p.m. at Health & Wellness Center. coordinate your work values into an excit- FCP Economic Support has an Contact these committee members with ing career; check out a variety of technical employment skills program for tribal questions or concerns: schools and colleges; use a guided pro- members with resources/tools to help Margaret Konaha - Chairperson gram to set up your portfolio. them overcome employment barriers. We (715) 478-7347 (work) The FCP Economic Support staff is are here to coach and encourage individu- Hazel George - Member also available to assist with any of these als to recognize their skills and to find (715) 478-5612 (home) HEALTH computer programs. For additional assis- occupations related to those skills and Shari Alloway - Member tance, please contact us at (715) 478-7206, interests. (715) 478-7224 (work) Crandon AA - Thursday Night Big 7292, or 7295. Brenda Cornell - Secretary Book Study, lower level Crandon Library (715) 478-4308 (work) 7 - 9 p.m. Contact: Paulette at (715) 902- Guadalupe Cisneros - Member 0672. Prescription Drug Drop Box (715) 478-7478 (work) AA Meetings - Lost Marbles Myra VanZile - Home School Saturdays at 9 a.m., Wabeno Fire For your convenience, you may now drop off your unused prescriptions or over- Coordinator Dept. Contact Donald at (715) 889-6709 the-counter medications in the lobby of the Sheriff’s office located at 100 S. Park (715) 478-6175 (home) or Ryan at (715) 850-1265 for more infor- Avenue, Crandon, Wis. Please deposit the unused prescriptions in the white drug drop (715) 478-3723, Crandon School mation. box. There is no fee and this is open 24 hours a day for your convenience. [email protected] Wellbriety - 12 Step Meeting Items not allowed include: liquids, creams, syringes, lotions, chemotherapy Wabeno Indian Education Held every Monday at 6 p.m. in the drugs, aerosols and inhalers, needles and mercury thermometers. Committee - Meetings are held every lower level of the FCP Cultural Center, If you are unable to deliver them, please contact the Sheriff’s Dept at (715) 478- second Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. Library & Museum. ANYONE who is in 3331 and an officer will be happy to assist you. at Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel. recovery and searching for a sober way of EVENTS living is more than welcome to attend! If you have any questions, contact Brooks Tribal Employment Skills Program Boyd at (715) 889-4902 or FCP Health & Family Night - Wellness Center Behaviorial Health at The tribal employment skills program is administered by the Economic Support FCP Language and Culture presents a (715) 478-4332. Department and is for tribal members living in Forest County and/or surrounding family night within the third week of each Do You Feel Like No One areas for accessibility to job sites. month. Watch for flyers or call (715) 478- Understands You? You’re not alone! Let The tribal employment skills program offers a benefit to tribal members to pro- 4430 or 7376. your voice be heard! Let someone share vide a fresh perspective to tribal businesses through a work experience. This work Get Fit & Stay Active - your pain! If you are thinking of commit- experience can help the tribal community by showing your talents and interests to FCP tribal members, their immediate families and FCP employees can use ting suicide or know someone who is, tribal businesses. It is an opportunity to make an impression and explore areas of recreation and fitness equipment at We please get help! Help is only one touch or tribal government before entering into full-time employment. Care in Carter, Wis., Monday-Friday, noon a phone call away. If you are unsure about the work experience, we can work to address concerns - 8 p.m.* Crisis Line: 1 (888) 299-1188 you may have regarding the work experience and/or employment. Employees of the FCP Rec Center (Serving Forest, Vilas & Oneida counties: This program also offers the following services: will staff both rooms. Contact Brian 24 hours a day/7 days a week) • Career Assessment - guide on what area would be best for you based on your Tupper at (715) 478-7420 with questions. Kids in Need: 1 (800) 622-9120 interest and skills. *Hours subject to change depending The Get-2-Gether Peer Support • Academic Success Center - basic computer, math or writing assistance to on scheduled Rec Center activities. Drop-In Center: (715) 369-3871 achieve your high school equivalency diploma and/or brush up on general academic Run-Away Hotline: 1 (800) 621-4000 FCP Tribal Member Diabetics: areas to prepare for secondary education/employment. 1 (800) 273-TALK; TTY: 1 (800) 799- Diabetes Luncheon - • Résumé writing guide - résumé templates, websites to help in designing 4TTY or visit suicidehotlines.com. When: April 23, noon résumé paper and cover letter examples. Where: HWC • Quick Skills - hands-on training to learn and enhance your computer skills in For more information, please contact FCP Community Health at (715) 478- Microsoft Programs such as Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Access. 4355. • Job Seeking Skills - tips on applying for employment, addressing some barri- Community Health Walking ers. Program: • Mock Interviews - practice run for interview. Mondays 4 - 5 p.m. at We Care; • Also advantages/incentives after work experience placement. Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at Rec Please stop in and check it out. If you have any questions or interest in the pro- Center. gram, please call Rick Alloway at (715) 478-7262 or Christie Schmidt at (715) 478- 7206. Calendar/Personals POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • April 1, 2013 Page 11

Come Join the Zumba® Party! A P R I L 2 0 1 3 C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S Now being offered during Life Skills Group (Wednesdays, March 20, 1-3 p.m.) at the Family Resource Center C o m m u n i t y H e a l t h Are you looking for an But don’t let the party- • Infant Nutrition- HWC: April 2 aerobic workout that is simple like atmosphere of Zumba® • Infant Nutrition/WIC - We Care: April 4 to learn? Do you want to burn fool you! The dance moves • WIC - HWC: April 9 500-1,000 calories within one are fun, but you use almost • Diabetes Luncheon - HWC: April 23, noon ® hour? Then Zumba might be every muscle of your body as • Walking Program: Mondays 4 - 5 p.m. at We Care; Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at Rec Center worth a try! you shimmy, shake and • Carter We Care Facility Staffing: ® Zumba , a Latin-inspired stomp your way fit! Mondays – Jodie, Missy; Tuesdays – Leah dance-fitness program, covers So come on over, and Wednesdays – Cathy; Thursdays – Jodie, Yvonne, Lisa a range of dance styles: give it a try – hope to see mambo, cumbia, merengue, you here! F C P F a m i l y R e s o u r c e C e n t e r cha-cha and, sometimes, belly Call Kerry for more dancing and hiphop! information: (715) 478-4837. • Healthy Relationships: Mondays, Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 1 - 3 p.m. • Play Shoppe: Tuesdays, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Life Skills Group: Wednesdays, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24, 1-3 p.m., Zumba offered on Apr. 3, 17 (see notice on this page). • Positive Indian Parenting: Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 10 a.m. - noon Call (715) 478-4837 for details on programs. OPEN registration for Nurturing Fathers!

N . E . W . D i r e c t i o n s / C H O I C E S P r o g r a m • Mondays (ages 13-17), Apr. 1 8, 15, 22, 29, 3 - 5 p.m., White Bison Understanding the Purpose of Life: 12 Teachings for Native Youth. There will be two outings for this age group, but teens must attend workshops to qualify for going. April 12: Movies; April 26: Bowling. • Group I Youngsters: Tuesdays, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 22, 30, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. • Group II - Youth: Wednesdays, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. Kids and Community on the Move • Group III - Teens: Thursdays, Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. All events are at the FCP Family Resource Center unless otherwise specified. Youth will be picked One-on-One Individualized Health Program up directly from school. If you need more information, please call Judy Poler at (715) 478- 4941, Joe Chaney at (715) 478-4839, or Ahshoni Daniels at (715) 478-4316. Grant Funding Provided by the Aspirus Health Foundation R e c r e a t i o n D e p a r t m e n t Today through June 30, 2013 Open gym now available noon - 8 p.m. on Saturdays. For information on Rec Center activities, call Contact Registered Dietitian Lisa Miller at 715-478-4320, FCP Health and (715) 478-7420. Wellness Center, or 715-478-4339 for an appointment. Start today! Easter Break Activities for FCPC Members March 25 - 29: • Monday, March 25: Bingo @ the Rec Center Why set a goal? The benefits of goal making include: Snacks, refreshments and prizes, 5 – 7 p.m. http://www.timethoughts.com/goalsetting/WhySetGoals.htm • Tuesday, March 26: Funset Boulevard @ Appleton • Goals can provide motivation, persistence and desire. 20 tokens, lunch and games. Leave Rec @ 9 a.m, return @ 5 p.m. • Goals can help you establish priorities. • Wednesday, March 27: Ski Brule • Goals can provide a roadmap to take you from where you are to where you want to be. Lift tickets, rental and lunch coupon provided. Leave Rec @ 8:30 a.m., return at 4:30 p.m. • Thursday, March 28: Tundra Waterpark, Green Bay The program involves: Wristbands and lunch ticket provided. Leave Rec @ 9 a.m., return at 5 p.m. 1. Drop in or make an appointment with the dietitian. • Friday, March 29: FCPC Easter party 2. Set a goal for improving nutrition, increasing physical activity and/or Games, prizes, lunch and annual bike raffle; 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. achieving a healthy weight. Must sign up ahead of time for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday events. Call (715) 478-7420. 3. Receive education related to your goal. 4. Achieve your goal and receive and incentive to continue to live a healthier life.

April 2013 FCP Elder Menu* Monday, April 1 Monday, April 8 nd CLOSED - NO LUNCH Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Fruit Cocktail Happy 22 Birthday on April 15 Tuesday, April 2 Baked Chicken, Stuffing, Brussel Tuesday, April 9 HarleyHarley RoseRose FrankFrank Sprouts, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Battered Fish, Potato Salad, Baked Love, your dad Pineapple Beans, Dinner Roll, Applesauce Wednesday, April 3 Wednesday, April 10 Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Corn, Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Tossed Salad, Banana Pudding Apricots Vote Tressa Votis Thursday, April 11 Thursday, April 4 Baked Ham, Parsley Potatoes, Town of Lincoln Turkey & Ham Sub Sandwich, Green Bean Casserole, Nutri- Clerk/Treasurer Tomato, Lettuce, Cheese, Grain Bar, Cranberry Juice On April 2, 2013 Cucumber Slice, Sun Chips, Chocolate Pudding Friday, April 12 Hard Working-Dependable-Honest Hamburger Vegetable Soup, Friday, April 5 Cheese Sandwich, Blueberry "Bringing innovation & new Chili, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Muffin energy to the Town of Lincoln" Apple

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years old. I informed them that Daniels count. However, the bell had sounded FCP Warriors Travel to Milwaukee was only 16 years old, and they were as before either took place. Anybody can fall submitted by Mark Daniels Sr. shocked as I was. Both the trainer and to a luckily placed punch. Jusich were impressed and amazed with The third round had begun pretty On Friday, March 1, the FCP Boxing less in his game plan. Daniels had circled Daniels’ abilities and commended him on much the same. Peters seemed to have Club traveled to Milwaukee to participate away from Jusich and fired a jab as he set his potential in the sport of boxing. regrouped and found new life in the final in the Milwaukee Athletic Club boxing down on a power right hook that landed Alloway’s match was the sixth bout round. Alloway was relentless with his show. There were seven matches sched- on the jaw of Jusich, rocking him back- of the evening, going up against George combos to the body, upstairs with uled for the evening. Representing the wards. Not only was Jusich rocked and Peters from Supreme Hits Boxing Club. straights, hooks and uppercuts. The bout FCP tribe in the 175 lb. weight division surprised, but Daniels was surprised he Both appeared to be evenly matched, with went the distance, but with Alloway win- was Marcus Daniels, and William hurt Jusich. Peters carrying a more muscular ning a unanimous decision over a valiant Alloway was in the super heavyweight Unfortunately, Daniels hesitated, physique. The game plan was to keep his opponent in Peters. division. missing the opportunity to follow up with defense tight, lead with the jab, set up his It was another great evening of box- Daniels had the fourth bout of the pressing forward, to draw the standing combinations and possibly counter off ing for the FCP club. Daniels may have evening against Doug Jusich, who was eight count on Jusich. That moment of Peters’ offense - but let him throw punch- won, but considering the circumstances, from a Chicago boxing club. The bout hesitation allowed Jusich to recover and es and use his movement to make Peters he is still undefeated in my book. He rep- was scheduled to go for three, two-minute regain control of a very close second miss and counter to the body. Alloway resented himself as a true warrior. These rounds. Daniels weighed in at 172.2 lbs. round. did as he was told in the first round. braves have graduated to warriors in my But when they squared off in the ring, it The third round began. We told However, Peters boxed at a more reserved eyes as well as our people, who would be was clearly apparent that Jusich had a Daniels it was a very close fight and pace the opening round. They both mixed proud of them. slight height, reach, and weight advantage could possibly go either way depending up their combinations and led with their These young warriors may still be over Daniels. He appeared to be in the on the final round. He needed to dig jabs. However, Alloway opened up a little boys, but they are true examples of what range of 180 to 200 lbs. down and push the action - start to finish. more than Peters near the end of round can be accomplished with a lot of hard The first round Daniels was told to However, it was Jusich who came out one as he warmed up, his speed and work and dedication, commitment and stick and move, keeping his defense tight first pressing Daniels with his offense. As movement became a factor to Peters. belief in themselves. Congratulations, to his offense and “feel out” his oppo- Jusich pressed Daniels to the ropes, they Between rounds, we told Alloway to warriors! nent. Daniels and Jusich had a good first continued exchanging blows, but Jusich’s return his defense and set his combina- Thanks to all who came to support round as they exchanged jabs and combi- strength and pressure had finally landed a tions more effectively. the FCP Boxing Club and thanks to Brian nations. However, Daniels was doing a good right hook to Daniels’ jaw, which In the second round they exchanged for helping support the boys. A big lot of moving, sticking and circling. caused him to slip off the ropes and cover again, but Alloway was clearly landing “thank you” goes to Carole Daniels for Between rounds, Daniels informed us that up his defense. From that point on, the crisper combinations. Peters was a all she does in supporting the team, espe- Jusich “hits hard to the body, but he did- Daniels was overly cautious with his good opponent as he continued to cially wrapping hands. Many n’t have good movement.” Daniels was offense, not wanting to expose himself to exchange and come forward while land- Miigwetches. instructed to keep sticking and moving, Jusich’s power. As the bout came to end, ing some heavy shots upstairs as well, but We hope to compete in the Golden and continue leading with the jab and it was Jusich who finally gained control those exchanges only seemed to encour- Gloves on April 6, 13, and 20, in Racine, keep his defense tight when Jusich got of the match. age Alloway to rise to another level. Wis., at the John Bryant Community too close. The match could have easily gone Alloway was noticeably getting stronger Center at 601 South 21st St. If you get Although Daniels was in great condi- either way. As I got closer to look at and more efficient with his punches land- the opportunity, please come and support tion to be able to go the full three rounds, Jusich, in the exchange of congratula- ed through the second round. It appeared these warriors achieve their goals. I Jusich’s body work had been noticeably tions, I noticed he was quite a bit older Alloway was getting to a second round believe in them, their team believes in wearing and slowing Daniels down by the than 16. I then went to his trainer and stoppage or drawing a standing eight them, and most importantly, they believe! mid second round, as Jusich was relent- asked Jusich’s age; he said he was 26

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