Kanza Newsletter Final Volume 5 Issue 1.Pdf

The Newsletter of Kaw Nation

Kaw City, Oklahoma Headquarters

Vol. 5 · No. 1 Spring 2011

Wherever we live in the world, we are… The first Kansans Page 17

Kanza warrior to be deployed Tax news for you Grants help library spread the word Kanza Reader available NAGPRA historic preservation Ultimate Eagle Watch Skyler Mathews will be deployed Kanza warrior to Afghanistan with the Army National Guard.

Hón ba yáli (Good day). Oklahoma. As to be deployed This past December, I had the some of us honor of representing Kaw Na- remember, A young Kanza warrior, “I am very proud of tion in Washington, D.C., at the E.W. Marland soon to be leaving for active Skyler; he has grown into a second White House Tribal Na- also had his duty, Skyler Aaron Mathews fine young man and loving tions Conference. This is the sec- inaugural ball will be leaving his employ- father before my eyes. I have ond such meeting the president back in 1934. ment with Kaw Nation EPA learned, watching his work has convened since taking office Kaw Nation Department to serve his ethic, that he will be the kind in 2009. There were 565 members presented Gov. country. of soldier who would do his from the federally recognized Fallin with a He is scheduled to be de- best to protect his fellow sol- tribes in attendance. red shawl. ployed to Afghanistan with diers and country to the best The conference agenda included On Jan. 28, the Army National Guard. of his ability. discussions about social, economic 2011, the He is the son of Rima “His family supports his and political challenges that were State of Kan- Bellmard-Mathews and dedication to service. He has specific to the Native American sas Sesquicen- grandson of Kennis M. chosen to give up life as he Tribes. tennial (150th Bellmard I. has known it, to follow in The President said, “For a long anniversary) Skyler is enrolled with the the footsteps of many family Skyler Mathews, time, Native Americans were im- was held at Kaw Tribe. He has been em- warriors before him. seated lower left, ployed with his tribe for the “May the Creator watch with his co-workers plicitly told they had a choice to the State at KNED. make… either abandon your heri- Capitol. A last six years. Skyler also over you and keep you safe. tage or accept a lesser lot in life, special invita- served as a member of the We will all miss you here at that there was no way to be a tion to be the Honored Guest at Kaw Nation presented Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin, center, Kaw Cultural Committee. work and at home; your with a red shawl at her Preinaugural Ball at the Marland Skyler is proud of his heritage, mother will burn the fire successful part of America and a this event was very overwhelm- Mansion Jan. 7 in Ponca City, Okla. proud Native American. To accept ing. Kansas Gov. Sam has danced for the last 15 years bright and await your swift it is to believe that we can’t and Brownback was presented a and has passed that under- return back home to us.” won’t do better, and I don’t accept Pendleton blanket embedded standing on to his daughter, Article submitted by that.” with the logo of Kaw Nation. As Kimber Ryan Mathews. Rima Bellmard-Mathews He went on to say, “Ultimately, many of you know, the state of this is not just a matter of legis- Kansas was named after the lation — not just a matter of Kansa tribe, where our ancestors policy. It’s a matter of whether inhabited the area. The tribe’s we’re going to live up to our name is often said to mean “peo- CORRECTION basic values. It’s a matter of up- ple of the south wind.” It was an NOTICE TO ALL holding an ideal that has always honor to represent Kaw Nation defined who we are as Ameri- at this special event. cans.” Please remember that my door TRIBAL MEMBERS Another historical first was to is always open to share your con- help sponsor the newly elected cerns, ask questions, request help, Mary Fallin Preinaugural Ball at and to share your family news the Marland Mansion on Jan. 7 in and achievements with us. QUARTERLY GENERAL Ponca City, Okla. Gov. Fallin is Wíblaha (Thank you). Kaw Nation Chairman/CEO Guy Munroe presents Kansas also pioneering a new trail, as the — Guy Munroe Gov. Sam Brownback a Pendleton blanket embedded with first woman governor of Chairman/CEO the Kaw Nation logo. COUNCIL MEETING

R E L A T E D S T O R Y Sunday, April 10, 2011 • 10 a.m. to noon ‘The Voices of Kansas’ Community Building • Kaw Nation Powwow Grounds Lunch will be served for those in attendance Years after Native American tribes lived in Kansas, the influence of The photo identified as White those tribes still remains. Turn to page 17. Visit www.kawnation.com for future notices Plume on page 11 of the December 2010 issue was If you have questions, contact Carolyn Delaney, incorrect. The correct information Sac & Fox, Kaw Delegation in Washington, D.C., 1867. Photo courtesy Kanza Museum. Executive Secretary, Kaw Nation, at 580-269-2552 is “The Wolf,” a Kansa Chief painted by George Catlin in 1832.

2 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 3 Skyler Mathews will be deployed Kanza warrior to Afghanistan with the Army National Guard.

2 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 3 Constitution Committee Harley Wayne Farnsworth, a fifth generation Kaw update Tribal member, was deployed to Korea in January to serve his country in the United States military. The Constitution Commit- Harley enlisted with the U.S. Army and completed his tee completed the first draft boot camp and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sill in the fall, and copies were Army Base in Lawton, Okla. He will serve his country mailed to all tribal mem- in the capacity of a Patriot Missile Operations bers. Since completing the Maintainer. draft, the committee has Harley is the son of Herb Farnsworth Jr. and the held several public hearings. grandson of 82-year-old Kaw Elder Herb Farnsworth Sr. They are working to make Harley grew up and graduated high school in Houston, some changes based upon Texas, and has enjoyed attending his tribal Powwows Council Grove, Kansas these public hearings and during the summers. All of Harley’s family is proud of the advice of attorneys. him — particularly his grandfather, who is a proud The goal of the committee Korean War veteran. FRI SAT is to send the proposed Our hopes and prayers are with Harley as he takes constitution to tribal mem- off to another country to defend his nation, and we bers for a ratification vote wish him a safe return home. We are appreciative of this summer. As soon as the his courage to serve, and as his family reminds him Harley Farnsworth JUN JUN ratification election is set, upon leaving… “Go, Army” and “Kaws forever!” 17 18 the committee will begin work on several policies and procedures, including a Free- Grab your lawn chair and join us as we hear dom of Information Act and Tag agency offering motorcycle plates ARVEL BIRD, the Election Ordinance. Native American violinist, flutist The committee still has With the warm weather on its way, the Kaw lots of work to do, and if Nation Tag Agency is pleased to announce we are and storyteller, along with you are interested in joining now offering motorcycle plates. Be sure to bring TERRYLEE WHETSTONE, this volunteer committee, the same documents as needed for vehicle tags: contact us. driver’s license, CDIB, insurance verification, and Native American flute player, The Kaw Nation remains title or dealer’s paperwork. If you’re a camper, as they perform on the Kaw Mission lawn thankful to the Administra- don’t forget we also tag RVs. tion for Native Americans Along with the two standard plate designs, for providing us with the we also offer Veteran’s tags and personalized funding to undertake this tags. POWWOW SATURDAY EVENING project. If you have any Please note: If you are traveling a distance to conduct tag-related business, please call ahead Head staff to be announced questions about the consti- DANCING to make sure someone will be in the tag office tution, draft or the reform to tend to your needs. And please call if you process, visit our website, have any questions about what to bring with www.kawcrp.com. you to complete your registration and get your tag. For more information, We are here to serve Tribal members, and if contact Aaron Carlson, Pro- you’d like for us to offer other types of tags and ject Coordinator, at registrations, send your suggestions to 580‐269‐2552, ext. 233. [email protected] or call toll free at 1-866-404-KAWS (5297). and Left, Kaw Dancer Kekabhah. Above, Donna Villa and Diana Ball. Kanza News The Kanza News is mailed and readers’ letters reflect the are shown. All editorials and Right, 2010 Princess Bogahdah Nicole Murray P. O. Box 50 free to Kaw Nation Tribal opinions of the writer and not letters will become the and 2009 Princess Storm Brave. Kaw City, OK 74641 Members ages 16 and up. We necessarily those of the Kanza property of the Kanza News. Office 580-269-2552 also mail the Kanza News to News editor, staff or tribal Editorials must be signed Fax 580-269-1161 universities, libraries, administration of the Kaw and include address and All Kaw Mission activities are FREE, open to the public and presented in partnership with www.kawnation.com Oklahoma government officials Nation. telephone number. Please send Kaw Nation, Friends of Kaw Heritage, City of Council Grove and area foundations and others, upon request. Reprint permission is all inquiries to Kanza News, Jennie Baker, Editor Editorial statements of the granted with credit to the Kaw P.O. Box 50, Kaw City, OK [email protected] Kanza News, guest columns Nation unless other copyrights 74641. More info at www.kawnation.com and www.friendsofkawheritage.org FUN · FELLOWHIP

4 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 5 Constitution Committee Harley Wayne Farnsworth, a fifth generation Kaw update Tribal member, was deployed to Korea in January to serve his country in the United States military. The Constitution Commit- Harley enlisted with the U.S. Army and completed his tee completed the first draft boot camp and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sill in the fall, and copies were Army Base in Lawton, Okla. He will serve his country mailed to all tribal mem- in the capacity of a Patriot Missile Operations bers. Since completing the Maintainer. draft, the committee has Harley is the son of Herb Farnsworth Jr. and the held several public hearings. grandson of 82-year-old Kaw Elder Herb Farnsworth Sr. They are working to make Harley grew up and graduated high school in Houston, some changes based upon Texas, and has enjoyed attending his tribal Powwows Council Grove, Kansas these public hearings and during the summers. All of Harley’s family is proud of the advice of attorneys. him — particularly his grandfather, who is a proud The goal of the committee Korean War veteran. FRI SAT is to send the proposed Our hopes and prayers are with Harley as he takes constitution to tribal mem- off to another country to defend his nation, and we bers for a ratification vote wish him a safe return home. We are appreciative of this summer. As soon as the his courage to serve, and as his family reminds him Harley Farnsworth JUN JUN ratification election is set, upon leaving… “Go, Army” and “Kaws forever!” 17 18 the committee will begin work on several policies and procedures, including a Free- Grab your lawn chair and join us as we hear dom of Information Act and Tag agency offering motorcycle plates ARVEL BIRD, the Election Ordinance. Native American violinist, flutist The committee still has With the warm weather on its way, the Kaw lots of work to do, and if Nation Tag Agency is pleased to announce we are and storyteller, along with you are interested in joining now offering motorcycle plates. Be sure to bring TERRYLEE WHETSTONE, this volunteer committee, the same documents as needed for vehicle tags: contact us. driver’s license, CDIB, insurance verification, and Native American flute player, The Kaw Nation remains title or dealer’s paperwork. If you’re a camper, as they perform on the Kaw Mission lawn thankful to the Administra- don’t forget we also tag RVs. tion for Native Americans Along with the two standard plate designs, for providing us with the we also offer Veteran’s tags and personalized funding to undertake this tags. POWWOW SATURDAY EVENING project. If you have any Please note: If you are traveling a distance to conduct tag-related business, please call ahead Head staff to be announced questions about the consti- DANCING to make sure someone will be in the tag office tution, draft or the reform to tend to your needs. And please call if you process, visit our website, have any questions about what to bring with www.kawcrp.com. you to complete your registration and get your tag. For more information, We are here to serve Tribal members, and if contact Aaron Carlson, Pro- you’d like for us to offer other types of tags and ject Coordinator, at registrations, send your suggestions to 580‐269‐2552, ext. 233. [email protected] or call toll free at 1-866-404-KAWS (5297). and Left, Kaw Dancer Kekabhah. Above, Donna Villa and Diana Ball. Kanza News The Kanza News is mailed and readers’ letters reflect the are shown. All editorials and Right, 2010 Princess Bogahdah Nicole Murray P. O. Box 50 free to Kaw Nation Tribal opinions of the writer and not letters will become the and 2009 Princess Storm Brave. Kaw City, OK 74641 Members ages 16 and up. We necessarily those of the Kanza property of the Kanza News. Office 580-269-2552 also mail the Kanza News to News editor, staff or tribal Editorials must be signed Fax 580-269-1161 universities, libraries, administration of the Kaw and include address and All Kaw Mission activities are FREE, open to the public and presented in partnership with www.kawnation.com Oklahoma government officials Nation. telephone number. Please send Kaw Nation, Friends of Kaw Heritage, City of Council Grove and area foundations and others, upon request. Reprint permission is all inquiries to Kanza News, Jennie Baker, Editor Editorial statements of the granted with credit to the Kaw P.O. Box 50, Kaw City, OK [email protected] Kanza News, guest columns Nation unless other copyrights 74641. More info at www.kawnation.com and www.friendsofkawheritage.org FUN · FELLOWHIP

4 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 5 This year’s full list of Sequoyah books for young children and intermediate Individual tribal grades are available at the Kaw Nation Education and Learning Center. Tax news for you: member information

Did you know the IRS is mak- refund, you should consider fil- address if there is an undeliver- local law. For 2010, a child who ing it easier to get answers to ing the return to claim that re- able check outstanding within can be claimed as a dependent your tax questions? The IRS fund. the last 12 months. on another person’s tax return website www.IRS.gov makes it If you are missing a refund for You can also ensure the IRS must file an income tax return if easy to get an answer to a tax a previously filed tax return, you has your correct address by filing any of the following apply: question anytime during the year. should contact the IRS to check Form 8822, Change of Address, • Child’s unearned income is The site is available 24 hours a the status of your refund and which is available on IRS.gov or over $950. day, seven days a week. Whether confirm your current address. can be ordered by calling 800- • Child’s earned income is you need a form or have tax ques- TAX-FORM (800-829-3676). over $5,700. tions, IRS.gov has a wealth of Unclaimed refunds If you do not have access to • Child’s gross income is more information. IRS.gov is accessi- Some people may have had the Internet and think you may than the larger of $950, or ble all day every day. taxes withheld from their wages be missing a refund, you should his/her earned income (up but were not required to file a tax first check your records or con- to $5,400) plus $300. Five reasons to visit IRS.gov return because they had too little tact your tax preparer. If your The child is responsible for Get the latest information on income. refund information appears cor- filing his own tax return. How- new tax law changes. Several To collect this money a tax rect, call the IRS toll-free line at ever, if the child does not file, the new laws have been enacted and return must be filed with the 800-829-1040 to check the status parent or guardian of a minor there are provisions that affect IRS no later of your refund taxpayer must file the return on almost every taxpayer. than three and confirm behalf of the minor. The parent Grants helping library spread the word Calculate the right amount of years from the your address. or guardian should sign the re- withholding allowances on your due date of turn with the child’s name and Through an Enhancement Are you a younger reader? learning materials on the other types of books, if there W-4, Employee’s Withholding the return. Treatment of then the parent or guardian‘s Grant and a Basic Grant Then you will want to check way and are in the process is a particular interest. This is Allowance Certificate. The IRS If no return taxable per own signature followed by “Par- from the Institute of Mu- out our children’s reading of planning workshops and your library. Withholding Calculator will help is filed to claim capita gaming ent or Guardian for Minor you ensure that you don’t have the refund distributions to Child.” seum and Library Services, room. In addition to the bean seminars we think are going In the very near future, we too much or too little income tax within three minors The election to claim the un- the Kaw Nation Education bags, learning rug and can- to be very exciting and re- will be acquiring additional withheld from your pay. years, the The Indian earned income of a child on the and Learning Center is ac- opy we have ordered, we freshing for you. reference materials, maps, Search for charities. Search money be- Gaming Regu- parents’ return under Internal quiring books and materials have a Young Explorers com- Are you a parent? Then educational software, GED Publication 78, Cumulative List comes the prop- latory Act Revenue Code section 1(g)(7) is to better meet the needs of puter system coming in the please know that any learning prep materials, and periodical of Organizations to find out if an erty of the U.S. (IGRA) explic- not available for per capita distri- its patrons. next couple of weeks. It seats materials available to teachers and website subscriptions. We organization is exempt from fed- Treasury. itly provides butions. This election applies Are you a teenager? If so, two and is already loaded are also available to you. We will also be adding to our col- eral taxation and, if so, how much There is no that per capita specifically to unearned income we have ordered many selec- with learning lections with of your contributions to that orga- penalty as- distributions of such as dividends and interest. tions especially to fit your programs and the purchase nization are tax deductible. sessed by the income to Per capita distributions re- needs, including books to games tai- of additional Get information about careers IRS for filing a tribal members ported on Form 1099-MISC at the IRS. No matter what your late return from Class II should be included on Line 21 help you lored to fit books by and professional specialty, the IRS can qualifying for a and Class III for Form 1040, with a descrip- prepare for your growing about Native offer you a variety of full-time or refund. Indian tribal tion of the source. The correct the ACT. In minds. We Americans for seasonal job opportunities. Current and prior-year tax casinos are subject to federal description will allow the return addition to have the full all depart- Get tax forms and publica- forms and instructions are avail- taxation and reportable on Form to process as quickly as possible. the learning set of DK ments. tions. You can view, download able on the Forms and Publica- 1099-MISC, Statement for Recip- For paper or e-file returns, please materials we Eyewitness We are and order tax forms and publica- tions page of IRS.gov or by call- ients of Miscellaneous Income, enter one of the following de- have on books on the open Monday tions any hour of the day or ing 800-TAX-FORM (800-829- (25 U.S.C.A. section scriptions on line 21: Indian hand, we are way, along through night. 3676). 2710(b)(3)(D)). This requirement Gaming Proceeds, Indian Tribal always avail- with this Thursday Remember that for the genuine Information about the Earned applies even if the tribal member Distribution or Native American Librarian able to help Lorrene Desbieh year’s full list from 2 to 8 IRS website be sure to use .gov. Income Tax Credit is also avail- is a minor child, and the monies Distribution. Don’t be confused by Internet sites able on IRS.gov. are placed in a trust rather than For children under age 18 (and you with your of Sequoyah p.m., Friday that end in .com, .net, .org or other being directly distributed to the certain older children), invest- research and project needs. books for and Saturday designations instead of .gov. The Undeliverable refunds minor child, with one exception. ment income over a specific We have also created a read- young chil- from 10 a.m. address of the official IRS govern- Were you expecting a refund Under the “safe harbor” rules amount is taxed at the parent’s ing room in which you and dren and in- to 5 p.m., and mental website is www.irs.gov. check but didn’t get it? detailed in Revenue Procedure rate if the parent’s rate is higher your friends can hang out. It termediate grades. We have have storytelling materials Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Refund checks are mailed to 2003-14, amounts placed in an that the child’s rate. For 2010, if is equipped with two comput- also ordered a listening cen- and other learning center ac- We gladly accept donated Does the IRS owe you money? your last known address. Checks IGRA trust are not included in the child’s investment income is ers, a sofa and chair, bean ter so you and your friends tivities. books and suggestions of all The Internal Revenue Service are returned to the IRS if you income until the monies are actu- more than $1,900, use Form bags, and a café table and can listen to a book on tape Are you an adult patron? kinds, including suggestions may have money for you. Was move without notifying the IRS ally received. 8615, Tax Rules for Children and stools. We have personal CD together. Then we have something for about what type of work- A minor child has the same Dependents. your income below the limit that or the U.S. Postal Service. players and audio books as Are you a teacher? If so, you, too. We have both fiction shops, seminars, etc., you requires you to file a tax return? You may be able to update return filing obligations as any You may obtain additional If so, you may still be due a re- your address with the IRS on the other individual. Any child who information by calling 1-800-829- well. We have the full set of we have learning materials and nonfiction sections. would like to see in the meet- fund. “Where’s My Refund?” feature has sufficient income must file a 1040 or from the Indian Tribal Sequoyah books on the list that may interest you. In While we specialize in books ing room. Please call us at If you have not filed a prior available on IRS.gov. You will be federal tax return not withstand- Government’s website at this year – so come check addition to the books we by or about Native Ameri- 269-2738 with your wonder- year tax return and are due a prompted to provide an updated ing his minority status under the www.irs.gov/tribes. them out. have ordered, we also have cans, we are willing to order ful ideas.

6 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 7 This year’s full list of Sequoyah books for young children and intermediate Individual tribal grades are available at the Kaw Nation Education and Learning Center. Tax news for you: member information

6 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 7 D.A.R.E. educates on dealing with dangers D.A.R.E., Drug Abuse Resistance Educa- Let me introduce you to Daren the tion, was founded in 1983 in Los Angeles D.A.R.E. Lion. He is the program’s mascot. and has proven to be so successful For the past six years, I have taught Terry Williamson that it’s now being implemented the D.A.R.E. program and abso- D.O.D. 10.15.2010 in many schools around the lutely love doing it. I have a lot Naomi Wright United States and throughout of faith in this program and the world. believe it truly helps kids D.O.D. 10.31.2010 D.A.R.E. is a police offi- make good, healthy deci- Ryan B. Lujan cer led program that is sion in their lives. D.O.D. 09.03.2010 taught to students from The program educates kindergarten through high kids on facing the dangers of Danielle Batterman school, on how to resist peer drugs, meth, over-the-counter D.O.D. 09.27.2010 pressure and live productive, drugs and bullying, but more drug-free and violence-free importantly, it teaches them John W. Stubbs lives. The program currently pro- how to deal with those dangers. D.O.D. 12.07.2010 vides education to children on For more information, contact things such as the danger of meth, over- Kaw Nation Police at 580-767-9424 and Judy Enyart the-counter drugs and bullying. ask to speak with Trevor O’Brien. D.O.D. 01.06.2011 James R. Benbrook D.O.D. 07.25.2002 Stephen Bozyk NYPD Camp Waluhili set for June 13-17 D.O.D. 01.21.2011 The Native Youth Prevent- to a variety of classes such limited number of children ing Diabetes Coalition as nutrition, physical activity, who can be sponsored. (NYPD) is a Native Ameri- self-esteem and diabetes pre- can organization that hosts a vention. In addition to these SECOND ANNUAL series of events for the pur- classes, participants will also pose of educating Oklahoma be having a comprehensive Native American youth ages health screening. 8-12, with the purpose of If you would like to have VETERANS HONOR DANCE preventing Type 2 diabetes. your children attend, contact The summer residential Cindy Wilson, Public Health camp is for five days and Nurse, at the Kanza Clinic four nights. During camp, at 580-362-1039. Contact us participants will be exposed before April 1, as there are a Saturday, May 28, 2011 L E T T E R T O T H E C H A I R M A N Kaw Nation Community Center

The Honorable Guy Munroe: isolation. Each one has a you from the bottom of our face shine upon you, and Powwow Grounds • North of Kaw City, Okla. Your gift of Kaw Nation story to tell, a family they hearts! be gracious to you; the calendars will bless Native are missing, and a heart that May the blessing that Lord lift up his counte- American inmates in aches for God’s compassion. God gave to Moses be nance on you, and give you Oklahoma jails and prisons. This little bit of kindness can poured out upon you and peace.” (Num. 6:24-26) Grounds open at 10 a.m. with Review of Wall and new inductions They are not just numbers, keep one’s heart from turning all the Kaw people: “The Sincerely, but men and women who are to stone, and can keep an- Lord bless you, and keep John R. Helstrom Lunch at noon • Dance at 2 p.m. languishing in bondage and other one’s hope alive. Thank you; the Lord make his Ambassador for Christ

Corrections, submissions and news tips Head staff to be announced All veterans and friends invited • Family members of Kaw veterans are welcome to participate To submit a letter to the editor, mail to Kanza News, Attn: Jennie Baker, P.O. Box 50, Kaw City, OK 74641; e-mail to [email protected]; or fax to 580-269-1161. Letters must be respectful and informative to the reader, and may be edited for grammar, clarity and space. Kanza News will correct factual errors in its news stories. Errors and news tips should be brought to the attention of the Kanza News at 580-269-2552, ext. 236, or e-mail to [email protected]. Presented by Kaw Nation Veterans Society and Cultural Committee

8 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 9 D.A.R.E. educates on dealing with dangers D.A.R.E., Drug Abuse Resistance Educa- Let me introduce you to Daren the tion, was founded in 1983 in Los Angeles D.A.R.E. Lion. He is the program’s mascot. and has proven to be so successful For the past six years, I have taught Terry Williamson that it’s now being implemented the D.A.R.E. program and abso- D.O.D. 10.15.2010 in many schools around the lutely love doing it. I have a lot Naomi Wright United States and throughout of faith in this program and the world. believe it truly helps kids D.O.D. 10.31.2010 D.A.R.E. is a police offi- make good, healthy deci- Ryan B. Lujan cer led program that is sion in their lives. D.O.D. 09.03.2010 taught to students from The program educates kindergarten through high kids on facing the dangers of Danielle Batterman school, on how to resist peer drugs, meth, over-the-counter D.O.D. 09.27.2010 pressure and live productive, drugs and bullying, but more drug-free and violence-free importantly, it teaches them John W. Stubbs lives. The program currently pro- how to deal with those dangers. D.O.D. 12.07.2010 vides education to children on For more information, contact things such as the danger of meth, over- Kaw Nation Police at 580-767-9424 and Judy Enyart the-counter drugs and bullying. ask to speak with Trevor O’Brien. D.O.D. 01.06.2011 James R. Benbrook D.O.D. 07.25.2002 Stephen Bozyk NYPD Camp Waluhili set for June 13-17 D.O.D. 01.21.2011 The Native Youth Prevent- to a variety of classes such limited number of children ing Diabetes Coalition as nutrition, physical activity, who can be sponsored. (NYPD) is a Native Ameri- self-esteem and diabetes pre- can organization that hosts a vention. In addition to these SECOND ANNUAL series of events for the pur- classes, participants will also pose of educating Oklahoma be having a comprehensive Native American youth ages health screening. 8-12, with the purpose of If you would like to have VETERANS HONOR DANCE preventing Type 2 diabetes. your children attend, contact The summer residential Cindy Wilson, Public Health camp is for five days and Nurse, at the Kanza Clinic four nights. During camp, at 580-362-1039. Contact us participants will be exposed before April 1, as there are a Saturday, May 28, 2011 L E T T E R T O T H E C H A I R M A N Kaw Nation Community Center

8 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 9 L A N G U A G E D E P A R T M E N T NAGPRA

K A ÁN Z E W É Y A J E K A N Z A M U S E U M ‘ H I S T O R I C P R E S E R V A T I O N ’ Kanza Reader available for limited time 1.5 million Tribal members represented at meeting I have addressed the Kaw Above, Kira Mathews, Language People on previous occasions Assistant, left, and Dr. Linda Cum- berland, Language Director, right, with the Historic Preservation present a copy of the Kanza side of my job; however, I Reader to Dr. Raymond J. DeMallie thought you might like an and Dr. Douglas R. Parks, Direc- update to the process of pro- tors of the American Indian Stud- tecting the prehistoric mem- ies Research Institute at Indiana bers of the Indian people. University during a recent trip to Most of you have heard Bloomington, Ind. The Institute about the Native American was a partner with the Kaw Lan- Grave Protection and Repa- guage Department for the ANA- triation Act (NAGPRA) funded project. passed in 1990. What you do “The image is of Kanza Chief not know is the law was all The Kanza Reader has arrived. tional 10 stories that have been translated but Washunga, and the text is an but ignored by a good number Kaánze Wéyaje/Kanza Reader: Learning not annotated. Osage prayer in Kanza (thus the of federal agencies that felt it Kanza Literacy through Historical Texts is a An electronic version — book contents and title Kanza/Osage). I deliberately was not important to their set of readings that starts out with a simple sound recordings — is available at no cost at erased some of the text to sym- progress. After the election of My involve- lullaby and becomes progressively more chal- www.kawnation.com/langhome.html. A bolize the loss of our language President Obama, there came ment began and traditions, but Washunga is lenging as you become familiar with the writ- print version of the book, including a CD there, waiting for us to come a new focus on this law, and with a group ten language. featuring audio recordings of the 10 anno- back.” those agencies have been given that started with The stories are from some of the last gener- tated texts, may be purchased by contacting This piece was awarded first a time limit to comply or else. the Choctaw ations of native speakers of the Kanza lan- the language department at 580-269-1199. place for drawing at the Eiteljorg With this new interest, the Nation in Octo- guage. The selected readings have been anno- Retail price is $24.99, but enrolled tribal Museum Indian Market Indianap- Highway Department in the ber 2010. The tated to acquaint users with the fundamental members may purchase their first copy for olis, June 26-27, 2010, and sec- State of Missouri decided that Southern Tribes principles of Kanza literacy. Brief exercises $5. Postage is an additional $4.95 — USPS ond place for drawing at the the Memorandum of Agree- in Oklahoma Santa Fe Indian Market, Aug. 21- ment we have been working brainstorm each are provided to allow users to test their un- flat rate — if you would like us to mail it to 22, 2010. derstanding of the explanatory material. you. on since 2005 was in the “or year to see what — Chris Pappan else” category, and they are they can do to Also included are a Kanza-to-English glos- Only 500 copies have been printed, so get your Kaw tribal member complying with some of our make Historic sary with more than 700 entries and an addi- copies now. demands. Hopefully, we will Preservation a have a document that will smoother pro- protect and provide the most cess. This year, important part, which is your an invitation was extended to Historic Preservation” and no longer depend on their New Kanza dictionary project gets under way right to make decisions on the remaining tribes to join elected a President, Vice Presi- charity for your survival — so remains that cover the time them at their conference. A dent and Secretary. The com- let’s show them what you your ancestors were in their letter was sent to the United mittee was assigned the duty want and go after it with the The Administration for Na- Mathews traveled to Washing- state. States Attorney General’s Of- to write our “Mission State- force of 1.5 million voices to tive Americans (ANA) has ton, D.C., to participate in a The State of Illinois came fice asking him to look at ment.” A meeting is scheduled back it up. awarded the Kaw Language grantees’ conference hosted by to the table late in the game, NAGPRA and added a list of for March, where the task of If you have any suggestions, Project with a two-year grant the ANA, to meet with repre- but it is farther along with its our concerns — some being writing goals and objectives comments, or wish further to produce a Kanza Language sentatives of other tribes work- negotiations than other states. the current law does not work will take place. information on this collation, Dictionary. ing on similar projects. These negotiations started towards the intended goal. This was one of the best we encourage you to get in- We will once again be work- There was even a little time back in 2009. We believe this Over 1.5 million tribal mem- efforts I’ve seen where the volved. Changes in the way ing with Dr. Robert Rankin to for a quick visit to the Na- document is a good one be- bers were represented at this tribes are moving forward to people think are the hardest assemble every word that is tional Museum of the Native cause we participated in help- October meeting. It was an change the way the federal change to enforce, but it has known to have been docu- Americans and to the Lincoln ing write it. It is scheduled to impressive request and was government sees Native Amer- been the history of the United mented for the Kaw language Memorial, with the Washing- be sent for signature soon. very successful. As a result, ican Indians. States to change, and every and present them in a compact ton Monument in the back- There are still a lot of re- the Attorney General made it I have volunteered to help change has come by the voice and easy-to-use bilingual dic- ground. mains out there in museums his personal objective to look write this mission statement, of the people. It’s your voice tionary. and institutions, and some day into these issues. and hope to be very involved that needs to be heard. In January, Language Direc- we will get them all back, but So where do we go from in the group as it progresses. Please contact me at 1-866- Language Director Linda it will not happen overnight. here? In January, we consoli- They need to know in Wash- 404-5297. tor Linda Cumberland and Cumberland and Language We will get all that we can, dated as the “Oklahoma ington, D.C., that you are a — Crystal Douglas Language Assistant Kira Assistant Kira Mathews and will fight for the rest. Southern Tribes Collation on force to be reckoned with. You Director, Kanza Museum

10 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 11 L A N G U A G E D E P A R T M E N T NAGPRA

10 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 11 Inside the Kaw Nation Museum Building, Kent Carbaugh, left, Enthusiasts gathered at sunrise for the Jonathan Coleman and Mark and Cole Runnels, above, brought Ultimate Eagle Watch on Kaw Lake. their hybrid falcons and young red-tailed hawks for the audience to see. They are members of the Oklahoma Falconers Association.

Right, Michele Eugene Young, Northern Oklahoma College Biol- Walenciak from the ogy Professor, discussed the habitat of eagles Cinnamon Valley along the Arkansas River from Arkansas City, Kaw Lake is the setting for Exotics in northern Kan., to Kaw City, Okla., Oklahoma offers the during its migration, winter- public a closeup look ing, and breeding season. at exotic animals Great photos of eagles were while providing edu- shown throughout his pre- cation about these sentation. animals and their Young said that some of environments. Michele the eagle nests found in the always brings fun and Alaska area weigh up to 2 excitement with her tons, and that cottonwood variety of animals. trees are the favorite nesting tree of choice. The life span of eagles is around 20 years. Eagles by nature do not like humans, but in Mulvane, Kan., nests have been spotted close to urban housing and some are as close as 100 yards from a very busy and large gravel pit. To view eagles live in their nest, log on to www.suttoncenter.org/pages/live_eagle_camera. Fiona, a southern sub-species Bald Eagle, is a big favorite amongst visitors. Ryan VanZant from the George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center, located in Bartlesville, Okla., is shown in this photo as Fiona stays perched on his arm. Several hundred guests once again You could have heard a pin drop as Ryan told everyone of his journey into enjoyed a complimentary Native the Grand Canyon while shooting a documentary for the Discovery Channel. American meal of corn soup, grape Apparently, an eagle flew away and was lost for several days in this deep dumplings and traditional fry bread, canyon. provided by the Kaw Nation. A big It was a fascinating story, and the documentary should be released some- thank you goes to “I Am Outdoor time in the year 2012. Cooking Catering Group” and the ladies who spent many hours preparing this wonderful traditional meal. Pictured at left serving are Donna Barron and Natalie Gray. As word spreads about this fan- tastic Ultimate Eagle Watch Program, the attendance keeps growing in numbers every year. Kathy Tippin with the Kaw Lake Association said, “There were over 520 individuals that registered at the door.” The number of attendance has surpassed anything we have had in the past, so if you did not get a chance to see the eagles this year, mark it on your calendars for 2012.

12 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 13 Inside the Kaw Nation Museum Building, Kent Carbaugh, left, Enthusiasts gathered at sunrise for the Jonathan Coleman and Mark and Cole Runnels, above, brought Ultimate Eagle Watch on Kaw Lake. their hybrid falcons and young red-tailed hawks for the audience to see. They are members of the Oklahoma Falconers Association.

12 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 13 EDUCATION Kaw Nation Education and Social Services service areas Kaw Nation Social Services provides various programs to assist Kaw tribal members. Below is a brief listing of the BIA (federally funded) and tribal education and social services programs, area of service and criteria. Contact Education and Social Services at 580-269-1186 or Kaw Nation announces 2010 graduates visit www.kawnation.com for more program information. Taylor Breanna Maltby Jessica Lynes Ft. Hays University, University of Texas at Arlington, fall 2010 Kaw Nation Education and Social Services May 2009 Bachelor of Science P.O. Box 50 graduates Any Kaw Kaw Nation Income- Available to Bachelor of Science Major: Nursing Kaw City, OK 74641 MUST show member service based ALL Kaw Major: Medical Diagnostic need Minor: Communications Phone 1-580-269-1186 may apply area ONLY program members from OSU Imaging Fax 1-580-269-2116 Washburn University, May Karl Lynes www.kawnation.com 2010 Southwestern Oklahoma State University B I A F E D E R A L L Y F U N D E D P R O G R A M S Radiation Therapy Master’s in Education Administration Higher Education Grant Program Employed part-time with Chalmers Cancer Center Employed with Ponca City High School ü ü and teaching in Hutchinson, Kan. Higher Education Graduate Program ü ü Gregory Linn Shaw Adult Vocational Training Program George Fields üü ü University of Arizona, May 2010 Adult Education üü DeVry University, Master of Business Administration June 2010 Johnson O’Malley Educational Support üü ü Bachelor of Science in Johnson O’Malley Incentive Program üü Computer Information Rachel Schmeidler General Assistance Southwestern College, May 2010 üü ü Systems Miscellaneous Assistance Major: Database Master’s in Education/Curriculum and Instruction üü ü Administration K A W N A T I O N T R I B A L P R O G R A M S Minor: Web Application Melanie Aronhalt Kaw Nation Academic Scholarship Program ü Development Regis University, May 2010 Kaw Nation Tribal Education Grant ü Employed with Kaw Nation EPA Department Master’s in Nonprofit Management Kaw Nation Graduate Assistance ü Eyeglass Assistance ü ü Darci Ladd Smith Tony Carr Lloyd III Denture Assistance University of Oklahoma, Autry Technology Center ü ü Rebecca Lynn Taylor graduated fall 2010 Surgical Technology Hearing Aid Assistance ü ü from Oklahoma State University on Bachelor of Arts Emergency Utility Assistance Dec. 18, 2010. Her degree is a ü üüü Major: Advertising Emergency Utility Deposit Assistance Bachelor of Science in Business ü üüü Minor: Sociology Submitted by Karen Howe Emergency Transportation Assistance Administration with a Major in Director, Education and ü üüü Accounting, along with a Minor in Social Services Emergency Medical Assistance ü üüü Economics. Tribal Elder Utility Assistance ü üüü Rebecca is continuing her Mas- Burial Assistance ü ü ter’s at OSU and works for Short- Headstone Assistance Brewer Carpet One, in Stillwater, ü ü Okla., as an Office Manager. THANK Rebecca is a Kaw tribal member and the daughter of Charles and YOU Lori Taylor of Stillwater. New program developed for Child Support Services To Kaw Nation: Thank you for the Mike Brenn has joined the pay court ordered child sup- work together to meet the Kaw Nation Child Support $50 essay award schol- Child Support Services team. port. Parents are given the needs of their children. Services is now in its third Dates set for Kaw arship given in honor Mike is an experienced social opportunity to seek employ- • • • year of operation. Our child of my grandma Eliza- worker with the Kansas SRS ment as they stay in touch Aimee Turner is now a support collections have more Nation Powwow beth Thornburg and is excited about working with the STEPP coordinator. case specialist and has been to than tripled since the first year through KEDA. She with the Kaw Nation Child Children are so important training on the legal system we opened. The Child Sup- would be proud. Support Services. to families and need all the and how it works. The child port Specialists will help the The Annual Kaw Nation He is in the process of de- support that both parents can support process is very techni- families in many ways to help Intertribal Powwow will be held I have a school trip to Washington, D.C., veloping a program called possibly give to them. cal, and Aimee has done a them meet their obligations to Aug. 5–7 at the Powwow Grounds in May and this will STEPP or Supervised Tribal • • • good job in working with the their children. in Kaw City, Okla. For more help. Enforcement Payment Pro- Dawn Briner has com- parents in getting to court in a If you have any child sup- information, contact Rima Thank you again, gram. This program will offer pleted an extensive mediator timely manner and making port questions or needs, Braxton M. Wadley an alternative to serving jail course in hopes that she can sure that the child support is please feel free to call Dawn, Bellmard at 580-269-1150. time for non-custodial parents help many of the parents put getting to the children. Aimee or Mike for assistance who are guilty of failing to their own disputes aside and • • • at 580-765-9952.

14 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 15 EDUCATION Kaw Nation Education and Social Services service areas Kaw Nation Social Services provides various programs to assist Kaw tribal members. Below is a brief listing of the BIA (federally funded) and tribal education and social services programs, area of service and criteria. Contact Education and Social Services at 580-269-1186 or Kaw Nation announces 2010 graduates visit www.kawnation.com for more program information. Taylor Breanna Maltby Jessica Lynes Ft. Hays University, University of Texas at Arlington, fall 2010 Kaw Nation Education and Social Services May 2009 Bachelor of Science P.O. Box 50 graduates Any Kaw Kaw Nation Income- Available to Bachelor of Science Major: Nursing Kaw City, OK 74641 MUST show member service based ALL Kaw Major: Medical Diagnostic need Minor: Communications Phone 1-580-269-1186 may apply area ONLY program members from OSU Imaging Fax 1-580-269-2116 Washburn University, May Karl Lynes www.kawnation.com 2010 Southwestern Oklahoma State University B I A F E D E R A L L Y F U N D E D P R O G R A M S Radiation Therapy Master’s in Education Administration Higher Education Grant Program Employed part-time with Chalmers Cancer Center Employed with Ponca City High School ü ü and teaching in Hutchinson, Kan. Higher Education Graduate Program ü ü Gregory Linn Shaw Adult Vocational Training Program George Fields üü ü University of Arizona, May 2010 Adult Education üü DeVry University, Master of Business Administration June 2010 Johnson O’Malley Educational Support üü ü Bachelor of Science in Johnson O’Malley Incentive Program üü Computer Information Rachel Schmeidler General Assistance Southwestern College, May 2010 üü ü Systems Miscellaneous Assistance Major: Database Master’s in Education/Curriculum and Instruction üü ü Administration K A W N A T I O N T R I B A L P R O G R A M S Minor: Web Application Melanie Aronhalt Kaw Nation Academic Scholarship Program ü Development Regis University, May 2010 Kaw Nation Tribal Education Grant ü Employed with Kaw Nation EPA Department Master’s in Nonprofit Management Kaw Nation Graduate Assistance ü Eyeglass Assistance ü ü Darci Ladd Smith Tony Carr Lloyd III Denture Assistance University of Oklahoma, Autry Technology Center ü ü Rebecca Lynn Taylor graduated fall 2010 Surgical Technology Hearing Aid Assistance ü ü from Oklahoma State University on Bachelor of Arts Emergency Utility Assistance Dec. 18, 2010. Her degree is a ü üüü Major: Advertising Emergency Utility Deposit Assistance Bachelor of Science in Business ü üüü Minor: Sociology Submitted by Karen Howe Emergency Transportation Assistance Administration with a Major in Director, Education and ü üüü Accounting, along with a Minor in Social Services Emergency Medical Assistance ü üüü Economics. Tribal Elder Utility Assistance ü üüü Rebecca is continuing her Mas- Burial Assistance ü ü ter’s at OSU and works for Short- Headstone Assistance Brewer Carpet One, in Stillwater, ü ü Okla., as an Office Manager. THANK Rebecca is a Kaw tribal member and the daughter of Charles and YOU Lori Taylor of Stillwater. New program developed for Child Support Services To Kaw Nation: Thank you for the Mike Brenn has joined the pay court ordered child sup- work together to meet the Kaw Nation Child Support $50 essay award schol- Child Support Services team. port. Parents are given the needs of their children. Services is now in its third Dates set for Kaw arship given in honor Mike is an experienced social opportunity to seek employ- • • • year of operation. Our child of my grandma Eliza- worker with the Kansas SRS ment as they stay in touch Aimee Turner is now a support collections have more Nation Powwow beth Thornburg and is excited about working with the STEPP coordinator. case specialist and has been to than tripled since the first year through KEDA. She with the Kaw Nation Child Children are so important training on the legal system we opened. The Child Sup- would be proud. Support Services. to families and need all the and how it works. The child port Specialists will help the The Annual Kaw Nation He is in the process of de- support that both parents can support process is very techni- families in many ways to help Intertribal Powwow will be held I have a school trip to Washington, D.C., veloping a program called possibly give to them. cal, and Aimee has done a them meet their obligations to Aug. 5–7 at the Powwow Grounds in May and this will STEPP or Supervised Tribal • • • good job in working with the their children. in Kaw City, Okla. For more help. Enforcement Payment Pro- Dawn Briner has com- parents in getting to court in a If you have any child sup- information, contact Rima Thank you again, gram. This program will offer pleted an extensive mediator timely manner and making port questions or needs, Braxton M. Wadley an alternative to serving jail course in hopes that she can sure that the child support is please feel free to call Dawn, Bellmard at 580-269-1150. time for non-custodial parents help many of the parents put getting to the children. Aimee or Mike for assistance who are guilty of failing to their own disputes aside and • • • at 580-765-9952.

14 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 15 Jim Pepper Henry KA N Z A C H I L D C A R E C E N T E R “I was born on the prairie where the wind blew has spent his free and there was nothing to break the light of career specializ- the sun. I was born where there were no inclosures ing in indigenous and where everything drew a free breath. I want to tribe historic Child Care Development die there and not within walls.” preservation.

Fund gives families Comanche Chief Ten Bears, opportunities at the 1867 Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty It’s not a secret: Child care is very expensive. Families typically pay up to 25 percent of their family income for it — a devastating stretch for families living in or near poverty. However, for many who are unable to stay at home to care for a child, this expense is not optional. By Beccy Tanner 19th century and move into establish the Allegawaho Memo- boarding schools to learn “how For low-income Wichita Eagle Indian Territory — now rial Heritage Park, the senti- to be white,” so much of the families, the pressures Oklahoma — some of those ment changed, he said. culture of each tribe was lost can be tough. Without Go anywhere in Kansas and wounds run deep a century “People were worried we said Lloyd Pappan, a Kaw who reliable child care, Approximately 12 children in the preschool class attended the Marland Mansion for a Tea Party the influence of the Native later. would build a casino in Council lives in Wichita. parents face signifi- sponsored by the Ponca City Library. This is an annual event where the children dress up and go American tribes who lived on Some were nearly decimated. Grove,” he said. “It was like it “As far as history goes, we cant challenges in to the mansion and have tea and crumpets. The children and teachers had a great time getting this land is there. The Pawnee went from a popu- was 130 years ago. We were can look back and say how bad keeping and Kelli Burke ready, choosing their dresses and jackets, decorating their hats and preparing for their visit. “We are still here. The first lation of nearly 30,000 to 600 wonderful and beautiful as long everything was, but I believe advancing in a job or CCDF Representative people of Kansas, the people in a 70-year period, said Rich- as we stay out of Kansas. If we good always comes from bad,” Each week our pre- who gave Kansas its name, we ard Gould, site curator at the try to reclaim our traditional says Harjo, who is Choctaw educational program. school class traveled Without work, the family’s chances to are still strong and growing Pawnee Indian Village near land, then the sentiment and Creek heritage. to Newkirk Library stronger all the time,” said Jim Republic. changes quickly.” move out of poverty can be and/or Ponca City Li- “They suffered from small- Some Native Americans view brary once a week to Pepper Henry, a Kaw tribal insurmountable. member who has spent his ca- pox, cholera and measles. They Kansas today with mixed feel- The CCDF response. To give these attend their reading programs. This pro- reer specializing in indigenous didn't have any immunities to ings. But without a doubt, the families the opportunity they need, CCDF gram encourages the tribe historic preservation. He is the diseases,” Gould said. Native American influence is So-Jum-Wah, offers Child Care Financial Assistance, a children to read and director of the Anchorage Mu- “That's why it is so impor- still here. Kaw, 1865 program for low-income Native American enjoy looking through seum in Alaska. tant to maintain a Native Amer- “The Keeper of the Plains families living in Kay County, Oklahoma, books. It was also a “Wherever we live in the ican presence in Kansas, Pep- statue was given in goodwill and Cowley, Sedgwick and Sumner counties fun time teaching them world, we are the first Kan- per Henry said. The Kaw Na- between the Indians and non- to sit attentively. in Kansas. sans,” Pepper Henry said. “It is tion nearly slipped away. At Indians of Wichita,” said In 2010, this program covered cost for in my blood. My roots are in one point, the Kaw claimed a Milton Youngbird Hamil- approximately 91 children, totaling 10,737 Kansas. I am always going to be territory that covered roughly ton, a Cheyenne. “A lot of a Kansan, though I have never two-fifths of modern Kansas times, people think the days of care, making it possible for Kanza Child Care staff Currently we have 16 staff lived in Kansas as a citizen. My and parts of Nebraska and Indians were nothing but parents to work, take classes, or in some and teachers are committed members, 11 of whom are people weren't given the choice Missouri.” killers and out to no good. cases, search for a better job. to providing the best possi- of American Indian ances- of staying.” In 1873, when the tribe was But the real history is that ble opportunity for develop- try and five being Kaw His sentiment is echoed by forced from Kansas, it had they wanted peace. They ment for the children en- Tribal members. the descendants of other tribes. fewer than 500 members. By didn’t want killing and all trusted in our care. In order There are 67 children in Although most Native Ameri- 1902, fewer than 200 were on that. They tried for us to maintain our 2- care, 40 of whom are of can tribes were forced out of the tribal rolls. Today, the Kaw every which way Star status and to be li- American Indian ancestry Kansas in the late 19th century, nation has nearly 3,500 mem- to foster peace. Congratulations censed by the state, our and 24 being Kaw Tribal the state today recognizes four bers. When the tribes “Let us put our minds together teachers are obligated to members. and see what kind of life we tribes with land: the Iowa Tribe Each June, Council Grove were forced from Gabriel Rowland won first place in the can build for our children.” receive at least 20 hours of We received a letter from of Kansas and Nebraska, the hosts Washunga Days as a time Kansas, most spent Regional Wrestling Tournament and will be Sitting Bull, 1876 continued education train- teachers at Newkirk Public Prairie Band of Potawatomi to celebrate the Kaw legacy to decades forbidden competing in the State Wrestling Champi- ing a year. School stating our pre- Nation, the Kickapoo Tribe in the community. “It is like a to speak their native Kanza Child Care Center The state provides many school children were more Kansas and the Sac and Fox welcome home,” Pepper Henry languages or dance onship. He is 7 and the son of tribal mem- Box 237 ber Alissa Kramer and Justin Rowland, opportunities. We also en- prepared than most chil- Nation. All are located in east- said. traditional 101 Charles Curtis Drive courage our staff to enroll dren who enter the school grandson of Patti and Bob Kramer, and Newkirk, OK 74647 ern Kansas. But nearly a decade ago, dances.” great-grandson of Wanda Stone. Gabriel is in other training provided, system from other areas — But for those tribes the mili- when the Kaw began acquiring The children in particular that offered by other daycares, babysitters one of our afterschool kids, and we are so Office 580-362-4114 tary forced to leave in the late land around the community to were sent off to the Cherokee Tribe as its or in-home daycares. proud of his accomplishment. Fax 580-362-3836 Cell 580-716-9044 training is more culturally — Juskwa Burnett, Portions reproduced with permission from Beccy Tanner at wichitaeagle.com. To read more, go to www.kawnation.com oriented. Director www.kansas.com/2011/02/20/1728556/native-americans-the-first-kansans.html#ixzz1EioCxy2k.

16 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 17 Jim Pepper Henry KA N Z A C H I L D C A R E C E N T E R “I was born on the prairie where the wind blew has spent his free and there was nothing to break the light of career specializ- the sun. I was born where there were no inclosures ing in indigenous and where everything drew a free breath. I want to tribe historic Child Care Development die there and not within walls.” preservation.

16 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 17 Energy Five-Year Strategic Plan Taking a different path In 2010, KNED received projects for multiple facili- a grant from the U.S. De- ties using the Energy Plan. Dave Hensley started with Kaw Nation in partment of Energy (DOE) In order to have a five- January 2008. Dave received an Associate’s to develop a Five-Year En- year energy master plan for Degree in Chemistry from Tulsa Community ergy Strategic Plan for Kaw all the Kaw Nation facilities, College in 1999; a Bache- Nation. In close coopera- Kaw nation has contracted a lor’s Degree in Chemistry tion with Oklahoma State Phase 1 program with con- from Northeastern State University, KNED com- sultants from California. University from Tahlequah, Okla., in 2003; and a pleted a Five-Year Energy Kaw Nation is also work- Master of Environmental Strategic Plan. ing closely with the DOE Science from the Univer- The plan breaks down all and Department of Agricul- sity of Oklahoma in 2007. KAW NATION of Kaw Nation’s current ture to get more funding for During his time with energy costs and suggests the energy grants and loans. the Kaw Nation, Dave has Environmental ENVIRONMENTAL ways to cut energy costs The plan will help Kaw been involved in most of the programs and Commission over the next five years. Nation with the tools and assisting Dr. Alemayehu with analyzing data that DEPARTMENT Kaw Nation will be able to knowledge to develop re- have been collected. meeting Dave has taken a new job with the U.S. Envi- identify energy efficiency newable energy sources in ronmental Protection Agency in Dallas. His last issues and develop retrofit the future. day was Feb. 11. Dave will be greatly missed at Kaw Nation, which wishes him the best of luck Kaw Nation Environmental Depart- and achievements his department The meeting ended with discussions of in his new assignment. ment hosted its final Environmental reached in 2010, and of the upcoming plans for developing renewable energy Energy audits Commission meeting Dec. 29, 2010 at grants KNED will pursue during 2011. sources. Dr. Dejene brought everyone Part of the Department of Energy grant awarded to KNED was to conduct Zino’s Restaurant in Ponca City, Okla. Dr. Dejene also distributed and dis- up to date on the status of acquiring Skyler Mathews started with Kaw Nation as energy audits on at least 50 tribal members’ homes. In cooperation with the Kaw an intern in the summer of 2004. He did an- Dr. Dejene Alemayehu, KNED Di- cussed the final draft of the 5-Year Stra- Wind Turbines to be placed on Kaw Nation Maintenance Department, KNED conducted 50 energy audits on tribal other internship the following year, and then rector, discussed the annual progress tegic Plan and the 5-Year Energy Plan. Nation land. members’ homes. The energy audits will allow tribal members to see where they was hired as the Water are losing energy and Tech in September 2005. give advice on how to Skyler has certificates of Dumpsite cleanup training for Ground Water correct those losses. Sampling, Water Labora- Kaw Nation Environmental Department received a General Assistance Each tribal member tory, Watershed Assess- (GAP) grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The main who participated in ment, Global Positioning focus of the grant is to clean up dumpsites in the Kaw Nation service area. the auditing was given Systems and Underground Dumpsites are “small landfills” Compact Florescent Storage Tank Systems. He where people dump unwanted Light bulbs (CFL) to is a member of the things in isolated areas. Oklahoma Army Nation Guard and a Kaw Tribal replace all incandes- member. Dumpsites can be very hazardous cent light bulbs. The Skyler is being deployed to Afghanistan with to the environment by polluting CFL bulbs will help his unit. His last day was Feb. 11. Skyler will be soils and water, which in turn tribal members be greatly missed at the Kaw Nation. We wish you a can harm the health and well- more energy efficient. safe return from your combat tour. being of wildlife, fish, and even humans. Water Quality Monitoring Kaw Nation environmental magazine Renée Vickery started with the Kaw Nation Dumpsites are located by driv- in July 2006. Renée has a Bachelor of Science Kaw Nation Environmental Depart- ing around the service area or by KNED published its first environmental magazine, Envi- Degree from Oklahoma State University, ment finished the water quality monitor- tribal members or citizens. Once ron, in December 2010. The magazine includes KNED’s Stillwater, Okla., in 1993. ing on Kaw Lake, Ponca Lake, Little a dumpsite is found, KNED con- goals and priorities, projects and grants, and the Five-Year Since Renée has a teach- and Big Beaver Creeks and the Arkan- tracts the cleanup to local busi- Strategic Plan. KNED’s magazine was distributed to all ing degree, she helps with outreaches to the sur- sas River for 2010. nesses. After a dumpsite is enrolled tribal members. cleaned, and if pollution still rounding schools in this KNED was forced to abandon one of area. She is the KNED the creek sites, Bear Creek, but will be exists, KNED remediates (cleans) KNED Five-Year Strategic Plan Administrative Secretary selecting a new one for 2011. the site until all pollution is erad- and assists Kaw Nation Monitoring the creeks is very impor- icated. An anti-litter sign is then In December 2010, KNED published the final version of Environmental Director Dr. tant because most of the pollutants that placed once the dumpsite is com- its Five-Year Strategic Plan. Developing the strategic plan Dejene Alemayehu in all reside in the lake come from the creeks pletely cleaned. was a tedious, year-long process. The Five-Year Strategic secretarial duties. In addition, Renée is the Kaw In November 2010, KNED Nation’s Certified Food Inspector for all of Kaw and rivers that flow through Kaw Lake. Plan was funded by the Administration for Native Ameri- Nation’s eateries. cleaned up a potentially harmful KNED plans to submit a new Water cans (ANA). Renee resigned in January to help assist her Quality Monitoring grant to the U.S. dumpsite located on Coon Creek, Four Kaw Environmental Protection Commission husband in his beef business. Renée will be Environmental Protection Agency to close to Coon Creek Campgrounds on Kaw Lake. After the site was cleaned, (KEPC) meetings were conducted throughout the develop- greatly missed at the Kaw Nation, and we wish continue monitoring Kaw Lake and the soil and water were checked to make sure there were no pollutants left. ment of the plan to get input and advice on the plan. her and her husband the best of luck with their surrounding water bodies. In 2010, the KNED cleaned up five dumpsites in the Kaw Nation service The strategic plan includes all of the goals and objectives new business. area. KNED will focus on over the next five years.

18 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 19 Energy Five-Year Strategic Plan Taking a different path In 2010, KNED received projects for multiple facili- a grant from the U.S. De- ties using the Energy Plan. Dave Hensley started with Kaw Nation in partment of Energy (DOE) In order to have a five- January 2008. Dave received an Associate’s to develop a Five-Year En- year energy master plan for Degree in Chemistry from Tulsa Community ergy Strategic Plan for Kaw all the Kaw Nation facilities, College in 1999; a Bache- Nation. In close coopera- Kaw nation has contracted a lor’s Degree in Chemistry tion with Oklahoma State Phase 1 program with con- from Northeastern State University, KNED com- sultants from California. University from Tahlequah, Okla., in 2003; and a pleted a Five-Year Energy Kaw Nation is also work- Master of Environmental Strategic Plan. ing closely with the DOE Science from the Univer- The plan breaks down all and Department of Agricul- sity of Oklahoma in 2007. KAW NATION of Kaw Nation’s current ture to get more funding for During his time with energy costs and suggests the energy grants and loans. the Kaw Nation, Dave has Environmental ENVIRONMENTAL ways to cut energy costs The plan will help Kaw been involved in most of the programs and Commission over the next five years. Nation with the tools and assisting Dr. Alemayehu with analyzing data that DEPARTMENT Kaw Nation will be able to knowledge to develop re- have been collected. meeting Dave has taken a new job with the U.S. Envi- identify energy efficiency newable energy sources in ronmental Protection Agency in Dallas. His last issues and develop retrofit the future. day was Feb. 11. Dave will be greatly missed at Kaw Nation, which wishes him the best of luck Kaw Nation Environmental Depart- and achievements his department The meeting ended with discussions of in his new assignment. ment hosted its final Environmental reached in 2010, and of the upcoming plans for developing renewable energy Energy audits Commission meeting Dec. 29, 2010 at grants KNED will pursue during 2011. sources. Dr. Dejene brought everyone Part of the Department of Energy grant awarded to KNED was to conduct Zino’s Restaurant in Ponca City, Okla. Dr. Dejene also distributed and dis- up to date on the status of acquiring Skyler Mathews started with Kaw Nation as energy audits on at least 50 tribal members’ homes. In cooperation with the Kaw an intern in the summer of 2004. He did an- Dr. Dejene Alemayehu, KNED Di- cussed the final draft of the 5-Year Stra- Wind Turbines to be placed on Kaw Nation Maintenance Department, KNED conducted 50 energy audits on tribal other internship the following year, and then rector, discussed the annual progress tegic Plan and the 5-Year Energy Plan. Nation land. members’ homes. The energy audits will allow tribal members to see where they was hired as the Water are losing energy and Tech in September 2005. give advice on how to Skyler has certificates of Dumpsite cleanup training for Ground Water correct those losses. Sampling, Water Labora- Kaw Nation Environmental Department received a General Assistance Each tribal member tory, Watershed Assess- (GAP) grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The main who participated in ment, Global Positioning focus of the grant is to clean up dumpsites in the Kaw Nation service area. the auditing was given Systems and Underground Dumpsites are “small landfills” Compact Florescent Storage Tank Systems. He where people dump unwanted Light bulbs (CFL) to is a member of the things in isolated areas. Oklahoma Army Nation Guard and a Kaw Tribal replace all incandes- member. Dumpsites can be very hazardous cent light bulbs. The Skyler is being deployed to Afghanistan with to the environment by polluting CFL bulbs will help his unit. His last day was Feb. 11. Skyler will be soils and water, which in turn tribal members be greatly missed at the Kaw Nation. We wish you a can harm the health and well- more energy efficient. safe return from your combat tour. being of wildlife, fish, and even humans. Water Quality Monitoring Kaw Nation environmental magazine Renée Vickery started with the Kaw Nation Dumpsites are located by driv- in July 2006. Renée has a Bachelor of Science Kaw Nation Environmental Depart- ing around the service area or by KNED published its first environmental magazine, Envi- Degree from Oklahoma State University, ment finished the water quality monitor- tribal members or citizens. Once ron, in December 2010. The magazine includes KNED’s Stillwater, Okla., in 1993. ing on Kaw Lake, Ponca Lake, Little a dumpsite is found, KNED con- goals and priorities, projects and grants, and the Five-Year Since Renée has a teach- and Big Beaver Creeks and the Arkan- tracts the cleanup to local busi- Strategic Plan. KNED’s magazine was distributed to all ing degree, she helps with outreaches to the sur- sas River for 2010. nesses. After a dumpsite is enrolled tribal members. cleaned, and if pollution still rounding schools in this KNED was forced to abandon one of area. She is the KNED the creek sites, Bear Creek, but will be exists, KNED remediates (cleans) KNED Five-Year Strategic Plan Administrative Secretary selecting a new one for 2011. the site until all pollution is erad- and assists Kaw Nation Monitoring the creeks is very impor- icated. An anti-litter sign is then In December 2010, KNED published the final version of Environmental Director Dr. tant because most of the pollutants that placed once the dumpsite is com- its Five-Year Strategic Plan. Developing the strategic plan Dejene Alemayehu in all reside in the lake come from the creeks pletely cleaned. was a tedious, year-long process. The Five-Year Strategic secretarial duties. In addition, Renée is the Kaw In November 2010, KNED Nation’s Certified Food Inspector for all of Kaw and rivers that flow through Kaw Lake. Plan was funded by the Administration for Native Ameri- Nation’s eateries. cleaned up a potentially harmful KNED plans to submit a new Water cans (ANA). Renee resigned in January to help assist her Quality Monitoring grant to the U.S. dumpsite located on Coon Creek, Four Kaw Environmental Protection Commission husband in his beef business. Renée will be Environmental Protection Agency to close to Coon Creek Campgrounds on Kaw Lake. After the site was cleaned, (KEPC) meetings were conducted throughout the develop- greatly missed at the Kaw Nation, and we wish continue monitoring Kaw Lake and the soil and water were checked to make sure there were no pollutants left. ment of the plan to get input and advice on the plan. her and her husband the best of luck with their surrounding water bodies. In 2010, the KNED cleaned up five dumpsites in the Kaw Nation service The strategic plan includes all of the goals and objectives new business. area. KNED will focus on over the next five years.

18 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 19 Emissions inventory KEDA Q&A with new SouthWind In 2010, KNED received a grant from the EPA to Casino GM Pam Shaw conduct on-road emissions (carbon dioxide) analysis Bingo Manager Rick Hud- for Kay County. son assists novice bingo The last five weeks have been extremely busy for new casino General Manager Pam Shaw. Pam started To gather emissions data, a traffic counter was players Ken and Karen her new position in mid-January and has been placed on more than 40 roads to count the number of Dye at the Newkirk Main working hard to learn as much as she can about the vehicles in the Kaw Nation Historical Reservation. The Street BBQ & Bingo event casino, the guests and the employees she now leads. number of vehicles is then plugged into a formula, hosted by SouthWind Pam is well versed in the casino industry, having known as MOVES, that calculates the emissions re- Casino Feb. 15. More worked for the Osage Million Dollar Elm in Sand leased. This data will allow KNED to estimate the total than 170 people turned Springs in several capacities. Although she has been amount of emissions released annually. out for the event, which extremely busy, Pam took the time to answer a few included a barbecue din- questions: ner catered by SouthWind Tribal affiliation: Osage, Ponca, Pottawatomie. Casino and 10 games of Hometown: Sand Springs, Okla.; now living in bingo for prizes donated Fairfax. by Newkirk businesses. High school and college: Charles Page High The final game of the School, Sand Springs; St. Gregory’s University, evening was for $1,000. Shawnee, B.S. in Business. Santa Fe Trail sign What were your previous position(s) in the casino industry? Started my casino career in In 2010, Kaw Nation was marketing as Marketing Coordinator, Marketing awarded a Challenge Cost SouthWind sees updates, upgrades Manager and Marketing Director. I then served as Share Program grant from GM of the Osage Sand Springs Casino — most If it seems like every received a facelift. New Room were put on display the National Parks Service recent position Director of Guest Service Assurance time you walk into burgundy paint and gold in a special wall built to and Player Development. (NPS). The grant is to pro- SouthWind Casino some- wallpaper made the room showcase their beauty next What was your first impression of vide funding to develop two thing is just a bit different, much more attractive and to the Blackjack and Table SouthWind Casino? Loved it! Before I accepted the signs to put along the Santa you are right. The staff at provided a backdrop for Games area. position, I made several trips and “secret shopped” Fe Trail near Fort Larned the casino has been busy large-framed prints of his- The SouthWind Cafe the property to ensure that I was a good match for and Council Grove, Kan. in the last several months toric photographs provided now boasts a new stove SW — and SW was a good match for me. I immediately felt at home and feel my skill set and The signs will have histori- upgrading, updating and by the Kanza Museum. and dishwasher plus more improving the casino floor Next, the room benefitted open space and storage. It experience will benefit SW casino operations. cal pictures and a paragraph What is/was your first order of business as in English and Kanza describing the significance of the trail to Kaw Nation. for our guests and employ- from new tables and continues to be a work in the new GM? Familiarize myself with every aspect KNED is in the process of developing the two signs. If anyone has any ees to enjoy. chairs, plus new Bingo progress with a revised of the operation, including getting to know the It all began with the new boards and television moni- menu and delicious daily ideas for pictures or the significance of the trail to the Kaw Nation, contact employees. I am very proud to call myself a member Player’s Club location at tors. Finally, an upgraded specials debuting soon. Dr. Dejene Alemayehu at [email protected], Justin Bush at of the SW team. the main entrance of the sound system put the fin- The maintenance staff is Tell us more about you. What is your most [email protected] or call our toll-free number at 1-866-404-5297. casino. The new Player’s ishing touches to a room currently working on re- memorable achievement? Successfully making a Club features custom that we can all be proud vamping the old Smart career change after 17 years in the corporate world Underground Storage Tank (UST) inspection training cabinetry, concrete of. Money Club area in the to the casino industry. Everyone thought I was crazy, countertops, plus improved The Off-Track Betting West room to provide addi- but it’s been extremely rewarding, and my only UST inspections consist of Food inspections office and storage space. room was expanded into tional office space for regret is that I did not make the change sooner. inspecting underground fuel The staff of the Player’s the old Poker Room, and Recon and HR. Plus, plans Favorite food or restaurant: PF Changs. In 2010, KNED inspected all of Kaw Nation’s eater- The last book you read: “The Carrot tanks, fuel dispensers, monitor- ies quarterly. A Certified Food Inspector visited each Club is now able to greet additional monitors and are being formulated to guests as they enter desks were added. The create a High Limit slot Principle.” ing equipment, and pumping eatery and gave advice and comments of any issues Any pets? I have a grand-dog named Baxter. He through the front door. room is currently being machine area. equipment. Five KNED em- that might be brought up by the State Food Inspector is a Brussels Griffon and I’m pretty sure was the They also have easier ac- decorated with framed Keep your eyes open for ployees participated in a UST — and also to make sure that all of Kaw Nation’s inspiration for the Ewoks. eateries are safe and sanitary. cess to promotions, draw- historic photos provided by more improvements as we inspector training hosted by Birthday: June 28 KNED sponsored food inspection training at the ings and machine tourna- our loyal guests. strive to make SouthWind Tell us about your family: Along with my John E. Kneece of Under- Southwind Casino in Newkirk, Okla., for food managers ments. Two of the art glass Casino a place the Kaw husband, John, I have three wonderful sons. Derek, ground Storage Training and working for the Kaw Nation. Around 20 individuals The Bingo Hall also panels from the old Poker Nation can be proud of. 22, just graduated from OU and is in the job-hunting Consulting LLC. were trained. process. While at OU, Derek was a four-year member The state of Oklahoma of the OU football team and has some really nice currently conducts UST Tobacco Row hosted the Third This year, the goal was to Dodge Ram Quad Cab Truck in the hardware to show for it. inspections at both of Kaw Annual Trade Show at SouthWind encourage current customers to “Mystery Moneybags” promotion. Burgess, 19, is a freshman at East Central Casino Feb. 16. purchase a larger variety of products The 80 finalists will each have the University in Ada, where he plays football as well. Nation’s fueling facilities. Each year, the purpose of the show from our sales team consisting of opportunity to choose a moneybag Burgess is majoring in Education and wants to teach KNED, in cooperation with has shifted — reflecting the growth Jason Murray and Kevin Forbeck. from a special game board. The high school English and coach football and wrestling. ITEC, also conduct UST and change in the company’s focus. In The event started at 10 a.m. and moneybags contain free play, cash Kirk, 15, is a sophomore at Charles Page High inspections but only to pre- 2009, the show was developed to featured a lunch of Indian tacos and prizes — and one contains the School, plays football, and runs track. He is looking build awareness of the fledgling arranged by TRI employee Little Carol keys to a new truck worth nearly pare managers for state forward to obtaining his license later this month — company and to provide potential Clark. $25,000! watch out! customers with a peek at the products • • • To enter the drawing, just use your inspections. When the facilities go into Trust Land, My hubby, John, is also in the casino business KNED will be responsible for conducting UST inspec- Tobacco Row planned to offer. Each Saturday night in February Player’s Club points to purchase In 2010, the show was geared and March, 10 lucky SouthWind entries. Each entry is 5 points with a and is General Manager of the Osage casino in tions and enforcing correction of any violations. towards building a larger customer Casino guests will win $500 Cash, limit of 10 entries each day. Then be Hominy, Okla. We are both extremely competitive and KNED will have the responsibility of keeping the base, especially with other Native plus an invitation to come back April present at 10 p.m. each Saturday I look forward to crushing him in the marketplace. facilities up to U.S. EPA standards. American tribes. 2 for a chance to win a new 2011 night when 10 names will be drawn.

20 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 21 Emissions inventory KEDA Q&A with new SouthWind In 2010, KNED received a grant from the EPA to Casino GM Pam Shaw conduct on-road emissions (carbon dioxide) analysis Bingo Manager Rick Hud- for Kay County. son assists novice bingo The last five weeks have been extremely busy for new casino General Manager Pam Shaw. Pam started To gather emissions data, a traffic counter was players Ken and Karen her new position in mid-January and has been placed on more than 40 roads to count the number of Dye at the Newkirk Main working hard to learn as much as she can about the vehicles in the Kaw Nation Historical Reservation. The Street BBQ & Bingo event casino, the guests and the employees she now leads. number of vehicles is then plugged into a formula, hosted by SouthWind Pam is well versed in the casino industry, having known as MOVES, that calculates the emissions re- Casino Feb. 15. More worked for the Osage Million Dollar Elm in Sand leased. This data will allow KNED to estimate the total than 170 people turned Springs in several capacities. Although she has been amount of emissions released annually. out for the event, which extremely busy, Pam took the time to answer a few included a barbecue din- questions: ner catered by SouthWind Tribal affiliation: Osage, Ponca, Pottawatomie. Casino and 10 games of Hometown: Sand Springs, Okla.; now living in bingo for prizes donated Fairfax. by Newkirk businesses. High school and college: Charles Page High The final game of the School, Sand Springs; St. Gregory’s University, evening was for $1,000. Shawnee, B.S. in Business. Santa Fe Trail sign What were your previous position(s) in the casino industry? Started my casino career in In 2010, Kaw Nation was marketing as Marketing Coordinator, Marketing awarded a Challenge Cost SouthWind sees updates, upgrades Manager and Marketing Director. I then served as Share Program grant from GM of the Osage Sand Springs Casino — most If it seems like every received a facelift. New Room were put on display the National Parks Service recent position Director of Guest Service Assurance time you walk into burgundy paint and gold in a special wall built to and Player Development. (NPS). The grant is to pro- SouthWind Casino some- wallpaper made the room showcase their beauty next What was your first impression of vide funding to develop two thing is just a bit different, much more attractive and to the Blackjack and Table SouthWind Casino? Loved it! Before I accepted the signs to put along the Santa you are right. The staff at provided a backdrop for Games area. position, I made several trips and “secret shopped” Fe Trail near Fort Larned the casino has been busy large-framed prints of his- The SouthWind Cafe the property to ensure that I was a good match for and Council Grove, Kan. in the last several months toric photographs provided now boasts a new stove SW — and SW was a good match for me. I immediately felt at home and feel my skill set and The signs will have histori- upgrading, updating and by the Kanza Museum. and dishwasher plus more improving the casino floor Next, the room benefitted open space and storage. It experience will benefit SW casino operations. cal pictures and a paragraph What is/was your first order of business as in English and Kanza describing the significance of the trail to Kaw Nation. for our guests and employ- from new tables and continues to be a work in the new GM? Familiarize myself with every aspect KNED is in the process of developing the two signs. If anyone has any ees to enjoy. chairs, plus new Bingo progress with a revised of the operation, including getting to know the It all began with the new boards and television moni- menu and delicious daily ideas for pictures or the significance of the trail to the Kaw Nation, contact employees. I am very proud to call myself a member Player’s Club location at tors. Finally, an upgraded specials debuting soon. Dr. Dejene Alemayehu at [email protected], Justin Bush at of the SW team. the main entrance of the sound system put the fin- The maintenance staff is Tell us more about you. What is your most [email protected] or call our toll-free number at 1-866-404-5297. casino. The new Player’s ishing touches to a room currently working on re- memorable achievement? Successfully making a Club features custom that we can all be proud vamping the old Smart career change after 17 years in the corporate world Underground Storage Tank (UST) inspection training cabinetry, concrete of. Money Club area in the to the casino industry. Everyone thought I was crazy, countertops, plus improved The Off-Track Betting West room to provide addi- but it’s been extremely rewarding, and my only UST inspections consist of Food inspections office and storage space. room was expanded into tional office space for regret is that I did not make the change sooner. inspecting underground fuel The staff of the Player’s the old Poker Room, and Recon and HR. Plus, plans Favorite food or restaurant: PF Changs. In 2010, KNED inspected all of Kaw Nation’s eater- The last book you read: “The Carrot tanks, fuel dispensers, monitor- ies quarterly. A Certified Food Inspector visited each Club is now able to greet additional monitors and are being formulated to guests as they enter desks were added. The create a High Limit slot Principle.” ing equipment, and pumping eatery and gave advice and comments of any issues Any pets? I have a grand-dog named Baxter. He through the front door. room is currently being machine area. equipment. Five KNED em- that might be brought up by the State Food Inspector is a Brussels Griffon and I’m pretty sure was the They also have easier ac- decorated with framed Keep your eyes open for ployees participated in a UST — and also to make sure that all of Kaw Nation’s inspiration for the Ewoks. eateries are safe and sanitary. cess to promotions, draw- historic photos provided by more improvements as we inspector training hosted by Birthday: June 28 KNED sponsored food inspection training at the ings and machine tourna- our loyal guests. strive to make SouthWind Tell us about your family: Along with my John E. Kneece of Under- Southwind Casino in Newkirk, Okla., for food managers ments. Two of the art glass Casino a place the Kaw husband, John, I have three wonderful sons. Derek, ground Storage Training and working for the Kaw Nation. Around 20 individuals The Bingo Hall also panels from the old Poker Nation can be proud of. 22, just graduated from OU and is in the job-hunting Consulting LLC. were trained. process. While at OU, Derek was a four-year member The state of Oklahoma of the OU football team and has some really nice currently conducts UST Tobacco Row hosted the Third This year, the goal was to Dodge Ram Quad Cab Truck in the hardware to show for it. inspections at both of Kaw Annual Trade Show at SouthWind encourage current customers to “Mystery Moneybags” promotion. Burgess, 19, is a freshman at East Central Casino Feb. 16. purchase a larger variety of products The 80 finalists will each have the University in Ada, where he plays football as well. Nation’s fueling facilities. Each year, the purpose of the show from our sales team consisting of opportunity to choose a moneybag Burgess is majoring in Education and wants to teach KNED, in cooperation with has shifted — reflecting the growth Jason Murray and Kevin Forbeck. from a special game board. The high school English and coach football and wrestling. ITEC, also conduct UST and change in the company’s focus. In The event started at 10 a.m. and moneybags contain free play, cash Kirk, 15, is a sophomore at Charles Page High inspections but only to pre- 2009, the show was developed to featured a lunch of Indian tacos and prizes — and one contains the School, plays football, and runs track. He is looking build awareness of the fledgling arranged by TRI employee Little Carol keys to a new truck worth nearly pare managers for state forward to obtaining his license later this month — company and to provide potential Clark. $25,000! watch out! customers with a peek at the products • • • To enter the drawing, just use your inspections. When the facilities go into Trust Land, My hubby, John, is also in the casino business KNED will be responsible for conducting UST inspec- Tobacco Row planned to offer. Each Saturday night in February Player’s Club points to purchase In 2010, the show was geared and March, 10 lucky SouthWind entries. Each entry is 5 points with a and is General Manager of the Osage casino in tions and enforcing correction of any violations. towards building a larger customer Casino guests will win $500 Cash, limit of 10 entries each day. Then be Hominy, Okla. We are both extremely competitive and KNED will have the responsibility of keeping the base, especially with other Native plus an invitation to come back April present at 10 p.m. each Saturday I look forward to crushing him in the marketplace. facilities up to U.S. EPA standards. American tribes. 2 for a chance to win a new 2011 night when 10 names will be drawn.

20 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 21 T I T L E V I Continuing telling the story W E ’ R E L O O K I N G F O R Y O U F R O M O U R K I TC H E N Kaw tribal member Erin Blackshere Pouppirt, top, The Kaw Nation Enrollment Office needs your help in locating the correct address for T O YO U R S enlightened the audience these individuals. If you know the location of one or more of these individuals, contact as she shared her story Freda Lane at 580-269-2137. You may also e-mail her at [email protected]. of the cultural and histor- Incredible Peach Cobbler ical connections between Allen, Anthony Andrew Convers, Elizabeth A. Hock, Chelsea Lane Morris, Michael Wayne Smith, Dawn Rae the Kaw, Quapaw, Osage, Allison, Jimmy Lee Conway, Cynthia L. Houser, Jesse Cole Morris, Patricia Ann Smith, Douglas Kendall INGREDIENTS Ponca and Omaha tribes. Allison, Kendall Leann Cook, Etta Louise Hubler, Mandy Brook Morris, Scott Allen Smith, Louann 1/2 cup butter It was standing room Amezcua, Maria Sue Cooper, Jeanne Lynn Huch, David Caleb Munroe, Misty Jo Smith, Melanie Ann Andrea, Tholan Eugene Cooper, Joy Dawn Hughes, Johnee D. Murray, Daniel Ernest Smith, Morgan Dee 1 (15.6 oz.) pkg. cranberry only at the Kaw Mission quick bread Arand, April Dawn Cox, Helen Permelia Ingram, Keeley Lynne Murray, Dusty Lee Smith, Stephanie Michelle State Historic Site in Austin, Douglas Wayne Crane, Nathan David Ingrey, Ellen Elizabeth Myers, Dan Henry III Sparks, Michael Heath 2 tablespoons grated Council Grove, Kan., as Babby, Rachel Lynne Crisp, Lance La Russell Jack, Adrianne L. Nield, Jessie Patrick Spomer, Stacy R. orange peel, divided she began speaking in Badgett, Jennifer Lynn Crounse, Eldora Rose Jackson, Elliott Owen Norrick, Roy Gene Springer, Stevie Joe 2 (29 oz.) cans peach languages of French, Kaw Baird, Ashley Dawn Davies, Janet Sylvia Jackson, John Oliver O’Day, Lonnie B. Spurling, Logan Ray slices in light syrup, and English. Her use of Baker, George Leon Davis, Kaila Cheyenne Jankey, Seth Ray O’Doniell, Jason Reid Stalsworth, Kenneth Tayaha drained, reserving 1 cup three different languages Baldwin, Heidi Susan Davis, Sierra Dawn Jeffrey, Jennifer Leigh O’Doniell, Phillis Jean Stalsworth, Suzanne Lizette liquid throughout the presenta- Ballard, Mathew Charles Deckard, Veanna Jo Johnson, Megan Marie Owens, Bobbie Jo Standerfer, Kyle Dean 1 large egg tion made it fascinating Bellmard, Joshua Paul Dengerink, Kristina Leigh Jones, Angela Rene Pappan, Candie Louise Steinhauer, Janet L. Bellmard, Rollo James Dougless, Eric P. Keister, Amber Nicole Pappan, Jason Lee Stiger, Dustin W. 1/3 cup sweetened dried to hear. Benbrook, Joshua Kyle Dunlap, Allen Gene Kekahbah, Anthony Pappan, Jimmy Don Stiger, Marjorie Joy cranberries She became inspired Blaine, Anthony Lee Dunlap, John Douglas Jr. Kekahbah, Lauren Paige Pappan, Lakota Cimarron Stiger, Matthew Eugene 1/3 cup sugar from her cousin, the late Dan Jack, who was the Blaine, Starla Crystal Eads, Curtis Zachary Kiger, Lea Anna Kaye Pappan, Otis Eugene Stiger, Melinda Jo Vanilla ice cream (optional) Kaw spokesperson for many years. Erin has Bourke, Patrick A. Eads, John Edward Kirkpatrick, Jeffrey Wade Pappan, Travis Kaw Sumner, William L. completed several years of research on her Kaw Boyd, Rebecca Jane Elliott, Tina Dawn Klima, Kameron Rae Pappan, Walter Ray Swanson, Addison Eugene PREPARATION DIRECTIONS ancestors, and she became inspired to continue Brack, Launa Jeanene Ellison, Kirby Dawn Krohn, Keith Robert Pappin, Susan Ann Tabor, Austin Scott Heat oven to 357 degrees. Place butter in ungreased 13-by-9-inch telling the story of the Kaws. Brewer, Tyler Carson Emmett, Perry Lee Kropp, Marcelyn Marie Parker, Ambria Lauren Tallbear, Savannah Marie pan. Place in oven until butter is melted. Remove from oven. Brock, Brandon Clay Emmons, Nathaniel Bacon La Sarge, Vivian Danette Parker, Ashlee Breann Taylor, David Erin has been in the teaching field for 24 Brookey, Melissa Donna Ewing, Elizabeth Marie Lavers, Solomon Sham Parker, Stephen Wayne Taylor, Megan Lynn Combine quick bread mix, 1 tablespoon orange peel, 1 cup reserved years and is currently a fourth grade Science peach liquid and egg in large bowl; stir 50 to 75 strokes with Brown, Bradley Forrest Factor, Michelle Lin Layton, Candyce Loe Pease, Katrina Lynn Taylor, Patrick Allen French Immersion teacher at the Academic La- Brown, Sharon Fant, Donna Jean Le Clair, Ed Charles IV Pease, Trey Wayne Thompson, Cassaudnra Anastacia spoon until mix is moistened. Drop mixture by spoonfuls over fayette Charter School in Kansas City, Mo. She Brown, Wayne Lee Jr. Farnsworth, Herbert George Jr. Leonard, Jenny Pepper, Daniel S. Thompson, Christine Marie butter in pan; spread slightly without stirring. Arrange peaches also does presentations for schools, organiza- Buffalohead, Gerri Helen Fetty, Deborah Lynn Lessert, Frank Perez, Elena M. Thompson, Cindy Lue over mixture. Sprinkle with cranberries. tions and individual groups. Erin resides in Lea- Buffalohead, John William Fife, Herman David Lessert, Lindsey Jo Pickering, Derrick Wade Thompson, Crystal Lynette Combine sugar and remaining tablespoon orange peel in small wood, Kan., with her husband. Buhrle, Belinda R. Finch, Angela Mae Littlewalker, Richard Allen Pickering, Stacy Guy Thompson, Harold bowl; mix well. Sprinkle over fruit. Bottom, Erin shows off her cheeseburger hat for her fourth grade classroom. Burdick, Rebekah Yvonne Finch, Stephanie L. Long, Karen M. Piguet, Debra Sue Thompson, James Andrew Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until edges are deep golden brown. Cool Bussey, Chara Lee Focke, Charlotte June Lovell, Brent Douglas Pipestem, Amanda Shandel Thompson, Jennifer Marie 20 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream, if desired. Bussey, Susan Irene Focke, Michael Wayne Lovell, Erick David Pipestem, Pamela Francesca Thompson, Kennanlee Michelle Byers, Christopher Michael Focke, Steven Lane Lower, Chad Everett Pontious, Alycia Marie Thompson, Kim Iran For high altitude (above 3,500 feet): Add 1 tablespoon flour Byers, Lindsay Elizabeth Fulcher, Bonnie Jean Lowry, Brandy Deon Poole, Stephanie E. Thompson, Kristen Denise to dry mix. Bake as directed above. Campbell, Keesa Devonne Garcia, Javier Salas Lowry, Courtney Rashal Portwood, Gary Douglas Thompson, Matthew Virgil Sovereign Campbell, Skyler Denice Gentry, Lindsey Chantel Lowry, Kyle Don Preston, Alan Patrick Thompson, Russell Everett Prep time 15 minutes • Cook time 50 minutes • Yield 15 servings Campbell, Victoria Mae Gepner, Joshua Bruce Lynes, Jessica Lee Preston, Christopher Eugene Jr. Thompson, Samantha Josephine Long ago when the earth and a people were one, they lived Carcopa, Jake Alan Goodson, William Floyd Lynes, Zachary Marshall Preston, Keith Earl Thompson, Steven Lee proud and true Carcopa, Laura Lee Gottman, Eric Eugene Maisel, Shyla Kay Price, Amber Nicole Tipton, Daniel Wayne Beef Stroganoff Carcopa, Sophia Wylea Gottman, Jeremy Rory Mansir, David Price, Carrie Lynn Tipton, Michael Thomas Their eyes sparkled like the bright stars on a dark blue night Carlson, Rachel Ann Gottman, Melissa Violet Mansir, Taylor C. Pringle, Jess Pappan Tipton, Robert Virgil INGREDIENTS Their hearts were pure as the pale plains Carmichael, Jennifer Marie Graham, Amber Dyan Maple, Mark Allen Rafferty, Margaret Nickolson Tipton, Roger Wayne 1½ pounds sirloin steak Their blood rich as the red clay Carstensen, Eric Jon Graham, Jeremy Shane Mares, Jill Davis Ratzlaff, Barbara Mae Tomlin, Kimberly Dawn 1 teaspoon salt Case, Tommy Lee Sr. Graham, Katheryn Maree Martin, Mary Ellen Reese, Everett Marion Ulrich, Max Wayne All this I see when I look at our nation’s stars and stripes Cassidy, Joanna Graham, Keri Dawn Martin, Tanner Luke Richardson, Jacey Renea Van Duzor, Elizabeth Nadine 1/4 teaspoon pepper So we shall not forget our ancestors, what they sacrificed and Catsinas, Debby Jean Graham, Peyton Thad Mashunkashey, Vicki Lynn Riggle, Ashley James Van Duzor, Hannah Louise 4 tablespoons butter gave to us and our future generations. Chambers, Brandy L. Graham, Stacey De Ann Mason, Ronald Joseph Riley, Martha Raelynn Vernon, Melissa Marie 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, Chambers, Dennis R. Graham, Summer Lyndsi Matthews, Barbara J. Robedeaux, Sheryl Ann Villa-Baeza, Robert J. thinly sliced Chedester, Leah Allene Graham, Taylor Lynn Mayo, Tracy Renee Romero, Christian David Wanko, Christyn N. Robert Allen Chedester, Shelley Lea Grossman, Kimberly A. Mc Cool, Taylor Sinclair Romero, Phillip Anthony Weathers, Allegra Dianne 1 medium onion, sliced Kaw Tribal member thin Childress, Laura May Haggard, Clay Micheal Mc Cormac, Buddy Leon Rote, Lori Janell Wegner, Jack Wade Kansa-Ponca-Potawatomi Nations Childress, McKayla Dawn Hale, Jennifer Alison Mc Cormac, Jack Charles Rubeo, Damon James West, Judith 1 tablespoon all-purpose Clark, Claude Bennett Hall, Melissa Ann Mc Cray, Brandi Lea Schmeidler, Rachel Ann Whitney, Jenna L. flour Clark, Jessica Hamilton, Craig Marcus Mc Invale, Robert R. III Scott, Marissa Lane Wiggns, Margaret Ann 2/3 cup evaporated milk Clark, Micah Bennett Hampton, Marion Ewing Means, Anthony Marcus Sewell, Benjamin Ray Wilkerson, Sharon Marie Hot cooked buttered noodles Clark, Saleh Barrett Hanson, Debra Lynn Means, Julie Ann Sewell, Hazel Pearl Williams, Chelsey Elizabeth Cloud, Dustin Eugene Hanson, Michael Lee Mehojah, Anson Dale Shaffer, Jarrod T. Williams, Cheryl Kay PREPARATION DIRECTIONS Coble, Johnny Lee Hardy, Brandon William Merideth, Faith Madison Shaffer, Jason Lee Williams, Donald Eugene Cut beef into thin slices. Season with salt and pepper. Coble, Karri A. Hardy, Meagan Elizabeth Merrell, Lahoma Michele Sheeder, Matthew Damon Williams, Katy Lee Ann Melt butter in large skillet. Add meat, mushrooms and onions. Cook Colclasure, Chelesa Clairese Harris, Larry Don Merritt, Rachel Lynn Shelley, James Nelson Williamson, Justin Dean and stir until thickened. Colclasure, Joe Mitchell Hays, Roger Edwin Meskimen, Monte M. Shelley, Kevin James Wilson, Charla Adele Cole, Rebekah Joy Hazen, Kevin Michael Miller, Nancy Ann Shelley, Vernon Keith Wink, Tamara Kay Serve buttered noodles. Cole, Tracy Edwin Healey, Kecia Jean Molina, Daniel R. Shields, Joseph Luke Wise, Rhonda Lynn Prep time 10 minutes • Cook time 20 minutes • Yield 4-6 servings Conn, Brittany Michele N. Healey, Madeline Elizabeth Monhatwa, Nora Lynn Shields, Shannon Kay Wise, Vernon Lee Conn, Christian Clark Herrera, Dennis Channing Moon (Eads), Kennetha Shoup, Kasey Danielle Witty, David Freemon Conn, Heather Marie A. Herrera, Robert Zachary Moon, Christopher Shouse, Donald Wayne Witty, Jacob Joseph Submitted by Ladoma Bryan, Director Conn, Heaven Lataya Hewes, Bryant Francis Moon, Jennifer Shouse, Jerald Eugene Wright, Mary Beth Conn, Tawnee Viktoria Hobson, Shana Lee Skellenger, Janet Lorene Zoski, Chelsea Kathyn 22 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 23 T I T L E V I Continuing telling the story W E ’ R E L O O K I N G F O R Y O U F R O M O U R K I TC H E N Kaw tribal member Erin Blackshere Pouppirt, top, The Kaw Nation Enrollment Office needs your help in locating the correct address for T O YO U R S enlightened the audience these individuals. If you know the location of one or more of these individuals, contact as she shared her story Freda Lane at 580-269-2137. You may also e-mail her at [email protected]. of the cultural and histor- Incredible Peach Cobbler ical connections between Allen, Anthony Andrew Convers, Elizabeth A. Hock, Chelsea Lane Morris, Michael Wayne Smith, Dawn Rae the Kaw, Quapaw, Osage, Allison, Jimmy Lee Conway, Cynthia L. Houser, Jesse Cole Morris, Patricia Ann Smith, Douglas Kendall INGREDIENTS Ponca and Omaha tribes. Allison, Kendall Leann Cook, Etta Louise Hubler, Mandy Brook Morris, Scott Allen Smith, Louann 1/2 cup butter It was standing room Amezcua, Maria Sue Cooper, Jeanne Lynn Huch, David Caleb Munroe, Misty Jo Smith, Melanie Ann Andrea, Tholan Eugene Cooper, Joy Dawn Hughes, Johnee D. Murray, Daniel Ernest Smith, Morgan Dee 1 (15.6 oz.) pkg. cranberry only at the Kaw Mission quick bread Arand, April Dawn Cox, Helen Permelia Ingram, Keeley Lynne Murray, Dusty Lee Smith, Stephanie Michelle State Historic Site in Austin, Douglas Wayne Crane, Nathan David Ingrey, Ellen Elizabeth Myers, Dan Henry III Sparks, Michael Heath 2 tablespoons grated Council Grove, Kan., as Babby, Rachel Lynne Crisp, Lance La Russell Jack, Adrianne L. Nield, Jessie Patrick Spomer, Stacy R. orange peel, divided she began speaking in Badgett, Jennifer Lynn Crounse, Eldora Rose Jackson, Elliott Owen Norrick, Roy Gene Springer, Stevie Joe 2 (29 oz.) cans peach languages of French, Kaw Baird, Ashley Dawn Davies, Janet Sylvia Jackson, John Oliver O’Day, Lonnie B. Spurling, Logan Ray slices in light syrup, and English. Her use of Baker, George Leon Davis, Kaila Cheyenne Jankey, Seth Ray O’Doniell, Jason Reid Stalsworth, Kenneth Tayaha drained, reserving 1 cup three different languages Baldwin, Heidi Susan Davis, Sierra Dawn Jeffrey, Jennifer Leigh O’Doniell, Phillis Jean Stalsworth, Suzanne Lizette liquid throughout the presenta- Ballard, Mathew Charles Deckard, Veanna Jo Johnson, Megan Marie Owens, Bobbie Jo Standerfer, Kyle Dean 1 large egg tion made it fascinating Bellmard, Joshua Paul Dengerink, Kristina Leigh Jones, Angela Rene Pappan, Candie Louise Steinhauer, Janet L. Bellmard, Rollo James Dougless, Eric P. Keister, Amber Nicole Pappan, Jason Lee Stiger, Dustin W. 1/3 cup sweetened dried to hear. Benbrook, Joshua Kyle Dunlap, Allen Gene Kekahbah, Anthony Pappan, Jimmy Don Stiger, Marjorie Joy cranberries She became inspired Blaine, Anthony Lee Dunlap, John Douglas Jr. Kekahbah, Lauren Paige Pappan, Lakota Cimarron Stiger, Matthew Eugene 1/3 cup sugar from her cousin, the late Dan Jack, who was the Blaine, Starla Crystal Eads, Curtis Zachary Kiger, Lea Anna Kaye Pappan, Otis Eugene Stiger, Melinda Jo Vanilla ice cream (optional) Kaw spokesperson for many years. Erin has Bourke, Patrick A. Eads, John Edward Kirkpatrick, Jeffrey Wade Pappan, Travis Kaw Sumner, William L. completed several years of research on her Kaw Boyd, Rebecca Jane Elliott, Tina Dawn Klima, Kameron Rae Pappan, Walter Ray Swanson, Addison Eugene PREPARATION DIRECTIONS ancestors, and she became inspired to continue Brack, Launa Jeanene Ellison, Kirby Dawn Krohn, Keith Robert Pappin, Susan Ann Tabor, Austin Scott Heat oven to 357 degrees. Place butter in ungreased 13-by-9-inch telling the story of the Kaws. Brewer, Tyler Carson Emmett, Perry Lee Kropp, Marcelyn Marie Parker, Ambria Lauren Tallbear, Savannah Marie pan. Place in oven until butter is melted. Remove from oven. Brock, Brandon Clay Emmons, Nathaniel Bacon La Sarge, Vivian Danette Parker, Ashlee Breann Taylor, David Erin has been in the teaching field for 24 Brookey, Melissa Donna Ewing, Elizabeth Marie Lavers, Solomon Sham Parker, Stephen Wayne Taylor, Megan Lynn Combine quick bread mix, 1 tablespoon orange peel, 1 cup reserved years and is currently a fourth grade Science peach liquid and egg in large bowl; stir 50 to 75 strokes with Brown, Bradley Forrest Factor, Michelle Lin Layton, Candyce Loe Pease, Katrina Lynn Taylor, Patrick Allen French Immersion teacher at the Academic La- Brown, Sharon Fant, Donna Jean Le Clair, Ed Charles IV Pease, Trey Wayne Thompson, Cassaudnra Anastacia spoon until mix is moistened. Drop mixture by spoonfuls over fayette Charter School in Kansas City, Mo. She Brown, Wayne Lee Jr. Farnsworth, Herbert George Jr. Leonard, Jenny Pepper, Daniel S. Thompson, Christine Marie butter in pan; spread slightly without stirring. Arrange peaches also does presentations for schools, organiza- Buffalohead, Gerri Helen Fetty, Deborah Lynn Lessert, Frank Perez, Elena M. Thompson, Cindy Lue over mixture. Sprinkle with cranberries. tions and individual groups. Erin resides in Lea- Buffalohead, John William Fife, Herman David Lessert, Lindsey Jo Pickering, Derrick Wade Thompson, Crystal Lynette Combine sugar and remaining tablespoon orange peel in small wood, Kan., with her husband. Buhrle, Belinda R. Finch, Angela Mae Littlewalker, Richard Allen Pickering, Stacy Guy Thompson, Harold bowl; mix well. Sprinkle over fruit. Bottom, Erin shows off her cheeseburger hat for her fourth grade classroom. Burdick, Rebekah Yvonne Finch, Stephanie L. Long, Karen M. Piguet, Debra Sue Thompson, James Andrew Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until edges are deep golden brown. Cool Bussey, Chara Lee Focke, Charlotte June Lovell, Brent Douglas Pipestem, Amanda Shandel Thompson, Jennifer Marie 20 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream, if desired. Bussey, Susan Irene Focke, Michael Wayne Lovell, Erick David Pipestem, Pamela Francesca Thompson, Kennanlee Michelle Byers, Christopher Michael Focke, Steven Lane Lower, Chad Everett Pontious, Alycia Marie Thompson, Kim Iran For high altitude (above 3,500 feet): Add 1 tablespoon flour Byers, Lindsay Elizabeth Fulcher, Bonnie Jean Lowry, Brandy Deon Poole, Stephanie E. Thompson, Kristen Denise to dry mix. Bake as directed above. Campbell, Keesa Devonne Garcia, Javier Salas Lowry, Courtney Rashal Portwood, Gary Douglas Thompson, Matthew Virgil Sovereign Campbell, Skyler Denice Gentry, Lindsey Chantel Lowry, Kyle Don Preston, Alan Patrick Thompson, Russell Everett Prep time 15 minutes • Cook time 50 minutes • Yield 15 servings Campbell, Victoria Mae Gepner, Joshua Bruce Lynes, Jessica Lee Preston, Christopher Eugene Jr. Thompson, Samantha Josephine Long ago when the earth and a people were one, they lived Carcopa, Jake Alan Goodson, William Floyd Lynes, Zachary Marshall Preston, Keith Earl Thompson, Steven Lee proud and true Carcopa, Laura Lee Gottman, Eric Eugene Maisel, Shyla Kay Price, Amber Nicole Tipton, Daniel Wayne Beef Stroganoff Carcopa, Sophia Wylea Gottman, Jeremy Rory Mansir, David Price, Carrie Lynn Tipton, Michael Thomas Their eyes sparkled like the bright stars on a dark blue night Carlson, Rachel Ann Gottman, Melissa Violet Mansir, Taylor C. Pringle, Jess Pappan Tipton, Robert Virgil INGREDIENTS Their hearts were pure as the pale plains Carmichael, Jennifer Marie Graham, Amber Dyan Maple, Mark Allen Rafferty, Margaret Nickolson Tipton, Roger Wayne 1½ pounds sirloin steak Their blood rich as the red clay Carstensen, Eric Jon Graham, Jeremy Shane Mares, Jill Davis Ratzlaff, Barbara Mae Tomlin, Kimberly Dawn 1 teaspoon salt Case, Tommy Lee Sr. Graham, Katheryn Maree Martin, Mary Ellen Reese, Everett Marion Ulrich, Max Wayne All this I see when I look at our nation’s stars and stripes Cassidy, Joanna Graham, Keri Dawn Martin, Tanner Luke Richardson, Jacey Renea Van Duzor, Elizabeth Nadine 1/4 teaspoon pepper So we shall not forget our ancestors, what they sacrificed and Catsinas, Debby Jean Graham, Peyton Thad Mashunkashey, Vicki Lynn Riggle, Ashley James Van Duzor, Hannah Louise 4 tablespoons butter gave to us and our future generations. Chambers, Brandy L. Graham, Stacey De Ann Mason, Ronald Joseph Riley, Martha Raelynn Vernon, Melissa Marie 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, Chambers, Dennis R. Graham, Summer Lyndsi Matthews, Barbara J. Robedeaux, Sheryl Ann Villa-Baeza, Robert J. thinly sliced Chedester, Leah Allene Graham, Taylor Lynn Mayo, Tracy Renee Romero, Christian David Wanko, Christyn N. Robert Allen Chedester, Shelley Lea Grossman, Kimberly A. Mc Cool, Taylor Sinclair Romero, Phillip Anthony Weathers, Allegra Dianne 1 medium onion, sliced Kaw Tribal member thin Childress, Laura May Haggard, Clay Micheal Mc Cormac, Buddy Leon Rote, Lori Janell Wegner, Jack Wade Kansa-Ponca-Potawatomi Nations Childress, McKayla Dawn Hale, Jennifer Alison Mc Cormac, Jack Charles Rubeo, Damon James West, Judith 1 tablespoon all-purpose Clark, Claude Bennett Hall, Melissa Ann Mc Cray, Brandi Lea Schmeidler, Rachel Ann Whitney, Jenna L. flour Clark, Jessica Hamilton, Craig Marcus Mc Invale, Robert R. III Scott, Marissa Lane Wiggns, Margaret Ann 2/3 cup evaporated milk Clark, Micah Bennett Hampton, Marion Ewing Means, Anthony Marcus Sewell, Benjamin Ray Wilkerson, Sharon Marie Hot cooked buttered noodles Clark, Saleh Barrett Hanson, Debra Lynn Means, Julie Ann Sewell, Hazel Pearl Williams, Chelsey Elizabeth Cloud, Dustin Eugene Hanson, Michael Lee Mehojah, Anson Dale Shaffer, Jarrod T. Williams, Cheryl Kay PREPARATION DIRECTIONS Coble, Johnny Lee Hardy, Brandon William Merideth, Faith Madison Shaffer, Jason Lee Williams, Donald Eugene Cut beef into thin slices. Season with salt and pepper. Coble, Karri A. Hardy, Meagan Elizabeth Merrell, Lahoma Michele Sheeder, Matthew Damon Williams, Katy Lee Ann Melt butter in large skillet. Add meat, mushrooms and onions. Cook Colclasure, Chelesa Clairese Harris, Larry Don Merritt, Rachel Lynn Shelley, James Nelson Williamson, Justin Dean and stir until thickened. Colclasure, Joe Mitchell Hays, Roger Edwin Meskimen, Monte M. Shelley, Kevin James Wilson, Charla Adele Cole, Rebekah Joy Hazen, Kevin Michael Miller, Nancy Ann Shelley, Vernon Keith Wink, Tamara Kay Serve buttered noodles. Cole, Tracy Edwin Healey, Kecia Jean Molina, Daniel R. Shields, Joseph Luke Wise, Rhonda Lynn Prep time 10 minutes • Cook time 20 minutes • Yield 4-6 servings Conn, Brittany Michele N. Healey, Madeline Elizabeth Monhatwa, Nora Lynn Shields, Shannon Kay Wise, Vernon Lee Conn, Christian Clark Herrera, Dennis Channing Moon (Eads), Kennetha Shoup, Kasey Danielle Witty, David Freemon Conn, Heather Marie A. Herrera, Robert Zachary Moon, Christopher Shouse, Donald Wayne Witty, Jacob Joseph Submitted by Ladoma Bryan, Director Conn, Heaven Lataya Hewes, Bryant Francis Moon, Jennifer Shouse, Jerald Eugene Wright, Mary Beth Conn, Tawnee Viktoria Hobson, Shana Lee Skellenger, Janet Lorene Zoski, Chelsea Kathyn 22 KANZA NEWS Spring 2011 Spring 2011 KANZA NEWS 23 698 Grandview Drive PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID P.O. 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