KalihwisaksKalihwisaks “She Looks For News”

December 21, 2006 Official Newspaper of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin www.oneidanation.org

Students give area families a Merry Christmas By Steven J. Gandy poinsettia from Mrs. Clara Kalihwisaks Hedrich of the West De Pere Christmas came early for High School. seven local families who were In total, the families were fortunate enough to receive provided enough food to last help from the West De Pere all Christmas day from break- High School Culture Club. fast through dinner and What’s Inside… On Monday, December 18 includes all the fixins’ and members of the Culture Club snacks for the family. delivered food and other A special thanks goes out Breakfast goods to the families they to the YES Seymour with Santa adopted over a month ago. Mentorship Program for their – 2A According to Margo Reiter, donation of hats and mittens Oneida Youth Advocate for for the 17 youths in the adopt- West De Pere High School, ed families. the families each received two Christmas on Pauline Wallenfang and her boxes of food which included son Royce Bressette Jr. were the Rez 10 lbs of hamburger, among the families that – Lifestyles bratwurst and honey donated Kali photo/Steven J. Gandy by the Oneida Nation Farm. See Page 2A Members of WDPHS Culture Club delivered food and goods to the families. Also, each family received a Clockwise from L, Yuntle McLester, Whitney Wheelock, Autumn Webster Pages 2-3A/Local Culture Club Jalessa Schuyler, Pauline Wallenfang and Royce Bressette Jr. Page 4A/Business Page 5A/Legislative Review Page 6A/Minutes Counties offer Page 7A/State/National Page 8A/OFF Descendants take pride in monument alternative to Page 1-B/Lifestyles Page 2B/THT By Dawn Walschinski Page 3B/Education Kalihwisaks Oneida land Page 4B/Health/Environment The unveiling of the Walk Page 5B/Goodnews of Legends Pride Era trust plan Page 6B/Classifieds Monument was one part his- UTICA, N.Y. (AP) – A new Page 7B/Sports torical moment, one part fam- plan offered Thursday would ily reunion. have the Oneida Indian Nation Wisconsin Oneida Business put just its casino, housing Committee Chairman Gerald and cultural buildings into Danforth spoke before the federal trust. explores big moment in front of the Officials from Madison and Resch Center on Sunday Oneida counties offered the expanding morning, December 17. proposal to the U.S. Bureau of “I would just like to men- Indian Affairs during a public tion their family names, and hearing on the tribe's applica- pension to just give a round of applause tion to put 17,370 acres into as I do: Thomas federal trust. tribes Skenandore,” said Danforth. Under the counties' propos- A thunderous cheer erupted. al, the tribe would put its By Dawn Walschinski “Jonas Metoxen,” another Turning Stone Resort and Kalihwisaks loud cheer. Casino and its housing and The Wisconsin Retirement Descendants of Oneida System sent a letter last football players Skenandore, cultural buildings into federal month to the 11 Native Metoxen, Martin Wheelock, trust, which cover about 1,030 American nations of the state Taylor Smith, Wilson Charles acres, said Rocky DiVeronica, to gauge interest in having and so on came from as far as chairman of the Madison their police officers join the Washington, DC and Arizona County Board of Supervisors. state’s pension fund. to witness the unveiling of The Oneidas also would According to Rep. Terry the black granite monument have to agree to pay all taxes Musser, R-Black River Falls, that pays homage to the pre- on land not in trust, resolve and chairman of a special Packer era. disputes over taxes on gaso- state-tribal committee, “One Jonas Metoxen’s great- line and cigarettes, work out a of the problems (the tribes) new compact to keep the have now is that after they get See Page 3A Turning Stone casino open, through training (officers) and Pride Monument and drop a 250,000-acre land going through the expense of Kali photo/Dawn Walschinski claim. getting them certified, they “We feel that it fits the end up going to other law Descendants of Oneida football players attended needs of the Oneida Indian enforcement agencies Nation and fits the needs of the unveiling of the who have the Oneida and Madison coun- Pride Monument, one of See Page 2A ties,” DiVeronica said. “We're 24 monuments that will hoping they agree with this OPD pension be placed in the proposal and get this thing Lambeau Field neigh- See Page 7A borhood. Trust lands 57 years and counting, Oneida VFW Ladies Aux men of the post with “We should be at least 200 fund raising.” strong,” Robelia said. The ladies do more “Anyone can be a member as than just fund-raising. long as they are related to a “On memorial day veteran with and honorable we help the men at the cemeteries put up discharge.” flags,” Oudenhoven Oudenhoven cites the loss said. of membership as the biggest Currently there are change in the VFW Auxiliary about 30 active mem- since it’s original charter in bers in the VFW 1949 and all the women hope Ladies Auxiliary for new members to join to #7784 with about 50 Kali Photo/Steven J. Gandy help keep the 7784 going. L to R Diane Thiesen, Carol Robelia, Helen Skenandore, Arletta Kurowski, paying dues accord- Dorothy Skenandore is cur- Jackie Wacek, Lida Metoxen, Rika Smith, Arlene Elm, Dela King, Marie ing to Carol Robelia, Scott, Josephine Oudenhoven, Grace Bear. Not pictured is Dorothy VFW Auxiliary mem- rently in charge of the Ladies Skenandore. Inset-Prudence Doxtator. ber. Auxiliary. The ladies are look- If you are interested in By Steven J. Gandy been supporting their male VFW ever since. ing for additional joining the Ladies Auxiliary Kalihwisaks counterparts upon their return According to VFW Ladies members and are hoping to #7784, you can call the reach a healthy number of For over half a century, the from foreign soil. The 7784 Auxiliary member Josephine Oneida VFW for information women of the local VFW was chartered in the fall of Oudenhoven, the goal of their members for their nationally or talk to any current member Ladies Auxiliary #7784 have 1949 and has been helping the organization is to “help the chartered organization. of the Auxiliary. 2A (T#ken) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks Local From Page 1/Culture Club From Page 1/OPD pension in the works received food and goods from the parents of the students also retirement system already in “It’s a long time coming. I available. According to Rep. Oneida plan and the the Culture Club. deserve some of the credit. place.” know when I started in 1986, Musser, the plan could go for- Wisconsin plan could be “My oldest son is coming Lori Webster, mother of The letter was sent after we had tried to get into the ward next year sometime. home, so this will really help Autumn, and her accounting being approached by the state retirement plan back Another concern is the merged. out,” said Wallenfang. “Thank department co-workers donat- Oneida Tribe of Indians of then, and had been refused,” question of sovereign immu- For Lt. King, the issue of Wisconsin and the Lac Du said Lt. King. you all very much and Merry ed four boxes of food and cash nity. “One of the conditions pensions is an issue about Christmas.” that was used to purchase meat Flambeau Band of Lake The pension plan for OPD that (the tribes) would have to fairness. Reiter gives the credit for for the families. Pat and Frank Superior Chippewa Indians and Oneida Conservation waive their sovereign immu- the programs success to the Summers bought six bags of four years ago. Currently, officers may be put into place nity for specific questions and “The (tribal) officers are tribal safety officers are not by the Legislative Operating student in the Culture Club. groceries to donate and concerns about their employ- eligible to join state pensions Committee in a month or two, trained the same, same work, “Those youth who assisted, Sharon Skenandore, mother of ees that are in the Wisconsin because the tribal police according to Business and are denied that incentive in either, the set-up or delivery a West De Pere student also retirement system,” said Rep. of the food included Devan donated food. departments are not govern- Committee Member Ed Musser. for the pension plan,” said Cantu, Yuntle McLester, In addition to spreading mental agencies of Delgado. Finally, it’s uncertain if the King. Autumn Webster, Jalessa holiday cheer, Reiter believes Wisconsin. “We would like to see our Schuyler and Whitney the program serves a greater However, the lapse in time police officers who’ve dedi- Wheelock,” Reiter stated. purpose. for Wisconsin to offer access cated their lives to the people “This is just a great thing these “This project is a good to the pension plan has moti- of the nation have the same youth are doing.....and they thing because it shows to the vated Oneida and Lac Du protection, the same benefits seem to enjoy it themselves as younger youth a positive role Flambeau to create their own as police officers that belong well. I am so proud of them model example for them in plans that mirror the state’s. to (the state pension plan),” and their active participation their future and shows them Lt. Ron King of the Oneida said Delgado. and assistance of community we all have responsibilities to Police Department (OPD) There are concerns with From the staff… members.” one another in our community, helped develop the Public joining the state pension plan. In addition to the students no matter your age,” Reiter Safety Officers Pension Plan One would be the uncertain putting forth their best efforts, concluded. for Oneida. time line of when it could be Record number attend Santa breakfast Submitted by Kim tures and, of course, presents! than $130 for the Oneida Oneida Recreation, Wise Diemer Youth started the event Pantry. A special thanks goes Women Gather Place, Ridge On Saturday, December 9, walking through “The Winter out to all the Oneida View Compliance 2006 Oneida Recreation held Wonderland of Trees” where Participants; Department of Department, Oneida Business their annual Breakfast with they used spare change to Public Works, Oneida Police Committee, Oneida Child Santa for families with youth vote on their favorite tree. The Department, Governmental Care, Oneida Arts Program, Donny, Jenny, Marcus, Zack and Olivia ages 0-8. There were pan- Winter Wonderland was a Administration, The Oneida Oneida Adventure Program, cakes, sausage, balloons, pic- huge success collecting more Pantry, Elderly Act ivies, Oneida Nation High School, May you and your family Oneida Library, Oneida Fitness Center, Enrollments, experience a wealth of Oneida Gaming Commission, Oneida YES Program, and the happiness now and Oneida Casino Executive. After walking through the throughout the new year! Winter Wonderland of Trees, families enjoyed a breakfast of pancakes sausage and juice, and then awaited the big visit with Santa. After a visit with Santa, youth got a Kustom Touch candy cane, a balloon, and AUTO BODY LLC were allowed to pick a pre- sent. All left the Recreation Facility with a smile. More than 700 community mem- 3792 Cty. Road U • Oneida, WI 54155 bers attended. Have a very Merry 1-920-869-WEBS (9327) Christmas from Oneida Recreation!

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Page Designer/Ad Rep Non-Tribal members & Business Organizations: $24.00/ (Native American Journalists • [email protected] Annually (current rate) Association) & WNA (Wisconsin Newspaper Association) Kalihwisaks December 21, 2006 (Áhs^) 3A Local From Page 1A/Pride Monument reconnects to the past grandson and namesake pointed out his family’s patri- arch from a group photo of the 1884 Carlisle football team etched into the granite. In Loving Memory of… “Bottom row, next to the football,” said Metoxen. “I think it’s beautiful, I’ve never UÜçtÇ `v_xáàxÜ seen nothing like this before.” Perhaps they are not stars The Pride Monument is but rather openings in heaven dedicated to the town team where our loved ones and semi-pro era from 1895 to 1918 that laid the foundation shine down for the Green Bay Packer to let us know they are happy. organization to come. It was during that time when young Oneida men returning from Â`xÜÜç V{Ü|áàÅtá UÜç4Ê the Carlisle Boarding School in Carlisle, Pennsylvania were recruited to play on local With Love from... town teams because of their Mom, Dad and Ronnie experience playing football out east. Young men like Metoxen Kali photo/Dawn Walschinski and Roland Christjohn felt a Faces are reflected in the black granite as people read the inscription detail- connection with their ances- ing the beginnings of football in the Green Bay area and the contribution made tors through a mutual love of by Oneida players. Merry Christmas Sam… football. “I think (the monument’s) a team. his ear, from what I hear, they a really beautiful thing.” good thing for Oneida people, However, the monument took his land and his cattle … The Pride Monument is Your first Christmas in because it represents for us. It brought up some sorrowful to pay for that surgery,” said one of 11 Era Monuments shows us how we started memories as well. Loraine Redhail. Skenandore eventu- dedicated to a span of time of Heaven.… something back in the day, Redhail related the story of ally died from his injury. the Green Bay Packer organi- and how much it improved her grandfather Thomas Yet, Redhail enjoyed the zation. You’ll never know how now, and we’re still keeping Skenandore, the first football monument and the chance to A Player Monument honor- much we miss you! our relations going by still player in Green Bay to be learn about her grandfather’s ing Packer legend Tony playing football … it’s in my paid for his skills. accomplishments. Canadeo will be unveiled in veins,” said Christjohn who is Skenandore’s ear was injured “Our dad never spoke front of the Saranac Glove Love Mom & Dad, during a game and became about him, we never knew Factory on Lombardi Avenue Cory, Brandon, Stephanie & Family a descendant of John Webster, and played on the Oneida gangrenous. about him,.” she said. “(The on Thursday, December 21 at Nation High School football “He got hurt playing, lost monument) was great, it was 3:00pm. In Loving Memory of Stevens Point will be site for Statewide XÅÜÉç ;ctÑt< fàxäxÇá Wisconsin Local Food Summit in January On January 4th, farmers, hospitals, farmers and others Pleasures in a Global and $40 after that date. For a j|á{|Çz lÉâ t farm group leaders, nonprofit are connecting with institu- Supermarket” is the keynote listing of some of the advocates, educators, and oth- tional buyers to expand their speaker. Rod Nilsestuen, Wisconsin local food projects `xÜÜç V{Ü|áàÅtá 9 ers will gather to share infor- markets. These efforts and Secretary of the Wisconsin and a link to the registration mation on efforts around the other innovations, including Department of Agriculture, brochure, please go to: [tÑÑç axã lxtÜ4 state to expand Wisconsin’s farmer-owned produce auc- Trade and Consumer http://aic.uwex.edu/local- local food markets. tions, community kitchens, Protection will be speaking food.cfm Wisconsin is a leader in and marketing campaigns, during the lunch which will The Wisconsin Local Food We will Always Love You local food innovations with a will be discussed at the feature locally grown foods. and Miss You! Summit is supported in part large and growing number of Wisconsin Local Food The Summit will take place Wife Carole, Family & Friends from a USDA Agriculture and farmers markets and Summit. in Stevens Point on January Entrepreneur Education Community Supported If you are a part of a local 4th. To request a brochure or Agriculture (CSA) farms. food effort, the Summit will information about the confer- Grant, UW Cooperative In Loving Memory of… Building on these successes, a offer an excellent opportunity ence, please contact Jane Extension and a variety of number of initiatives around to share your experiences and Hansen, 715-339-2555, organizations including the the state are attempting to learn from others around the [email protected] Department of Agriculture, “Trudi” Daowonock Steffes expand local food markets by state. Brian Halweil of the or Rose Skora, 262-857-1948, Trade and Consumer increasing institutional pur- WorldWatch Institute and [email protected]. Protection, Michael Fields You walked to the Spirit Land chasing of Wisconsin grown author of “Eat Here: Registration is $30 if Agricultural Institute, etc. with all of our love. products. From schools to Reclaiming Homegrown received by December 11th We all remember how you shared your kindness and wisdom selflessly… Summers, Amanda Passing On… July 13, 1924 – December 10, 2006 Yaw√ko, Amanda Summers, Amanda Gonowalunkwa Summers, 82, of Four Souls and Daniel Metoxen, Commodore ‘Terrible’ Oneida, died late Jasmine Thompson. February 7, 1922 – December 8, 2006 Sunday evening, She is also survived Commodore great-grandchildren December 10, 2006, by her brothers and surrounded by her sisters, Ella Sauer, In Loving Memory of "Terrible" Metoxen, and eight great-great 84, Oneida, was grandchildren; two family, at a local Rita Summers, hospital. The Arvilla (Oliver) Josh Webster called home on sisters, Virginia daughter of the late Parsons, Noel who passed away on Friday evening, Skenandore, Milton and Mildred (Elm) Cleven, Jan (Gene) Frion, January 21, 2000 December 8, 2006. Dorothy Denruyter; Summers was born July 13, Lou Ann Green, Milton G. Josh...you are so loved, The son of the late two brothers, Earl 1924 in Oneida. In her early Summers, Lynn (Claire) So Dear... Edward and Agnes Metoxen and years, she was employed as a Summers, Phillip S. caregiver in Arizona, and a (Theresa) Summers, 28 Our hearts are with you. (Skenandore) Lyndahl Metoxen. Metoxen was born Feb. 7, He was preceded in death nurses aide in California, nieces and nephews, and Oneida and Green Bay. many great nieces and 1922, in Green Bay. He mar- by his parents and his broth- I Miss you so... During WWII, she worked in nephews and friends. She Grandma King ried the former Lorraine Hill ers and sisters; Josephine, Baraboo helping make gun was preceded in death by her and the couple was married Samantha, Elda, Delia, powder for the war. Mandy parents, Milton and Mildred, 60 years. Commodore served Kaiser and Raymond. was a foster grandparent for and two sisters, Lavina in the U.S. Army during Funeral services were held over thirteen years. She Metoxen, and Emma Schultz. World War II. He enjoyed at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, enjoyed playing bingo and Funeral services were held playing dartball in the church December 12, 2006 at the going shopping. But she on Thursday, December 14, In Loving Memory of most loved the time she got 2006 at the Church of Jesus league and hunting in his Oneida Methodist Church, to spend with her grandchil- Christ of Latter Day Saints, Melvin M. Jordan, Sr. younger years. Mr. Metoxen Freedom Road. Rev. Julio A. dren, great-grandchildren, Freedom Road, Oneida, WI. worked in the Oneida area Alvarado officiated with bur- and being a Foster Branch President Kevin What I think about my Dad.... for many years and was a ial in the church cemetery Grandparent at Turtle Cornelius, officiated with There was something about dedicated member of the with graveside services by School. burial in Mormon Cemetery, my dad’s smile… Oneida United Methodist the Oneida VFW Post. Survivors include her two Oneida. Please visit He was my friend. He was a Church. Ryan Funeral Home, 305 children, Jan (James) www.ryanfh.com to send good Dad and a good Papa. Survivors include his wife, North Tenth Street, De Pere, Skenandore, Tom online condolences to the (Rosemary) Chetney, of New Summers family. The family We liked to talk about baseball. Lorraine; two daughters, assisted the family with Jersey, four grandchildren, extends a special thank you I miss him a lot and I love him Caroline Hill and Sandra arrangements. Please visit very much! Michelle Foote, Patrick to the Staff at St. Mary’s (Bernard) Hawpetoss; one www.ryanfh.com to send Foote, Thomas Chetney, Jr., Third Floor, especially Diane By Theresa Jordan son, Bernard Metoxen; six- online condolences to the and Grace Chetney, three and Dr. Tucker. teen grandchildren; fifty Metoxen family. great-grandchildren, Jamey 4A (Y@=yahk) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks Local expe- Retirement plan offers benefits now and in future Submitted by Diane one employer’s qualified plan Zubella to another means you can Bay Bank build your retirement nest egg Storyteller The 401k plan has long throughout your career. been one of the most popular The money you take home forms of retirement savings. plus the money you will save Debra These tax-deferred savings will always be more than if plans provide the ideal vehi- you choose not to participate Morningstar cle to save for retirement-par- in the plan at all. ticularly if you start contribut- In this example, the federal By Steven J. Gandy ing early in your career. Kalihwisaks tax shown is representative of Saving for retirement does- Telling stories and tall tales n’t get any easier than through a single filer in the 25% tax has been a way of life for your employer’s plan. When bracket making $50,000 per Debra Morningstar ever since you enroll, contributions to year. Exemptions, itemized she was a young child. Her your account are taken out of deductions, and state taxes are mother used to call her a teller your paycheck automatically- not reflected. of tall tales to her friends and there are no checks to write Setting short-term goals family and who would have and no dates to remember. can help you meet your long- guessed then that her life What’s more, the plan term goal. would come full circle and Morningstar would end up allows you to save money One of the most challeng- doing the same thing for a liv- before it is taxed, and the ing aspects of saving for ing that she began all those amount you save reduces your retirement is the fact that it’s years ago, storytelling. current taxable income dollar such a distant goal. Time is Morningstar has been for dollar. As a result, you’ll critical when it comes to telling stories professionally pay less in taxes each pay important long-term goals for the past 19 years, but it’s period, which reduces the like retirement, and the deci- impact of investing for retire- only in the past five years that Photo courtesy of Debra Morningstar sions you make today will ment on your take-home pay. she’s been doing it as her sole Debra Morningstar delivers traditional stories to audiences all across the mid- have a significant impact source of income. You won’t pay taxes on your west. Her stories are funny and educational and told in a manner that audi- savings until you take the down the road. One way to Morningstar began story- ences of all ages will find engaging. approach saving for retire- telling in the classrooms of money out at retirement, at which point you may be in a ment is to set a series of short- her children’s school. After term goals for yourself, goals her first venture she was riences and time to develop a was to honor was just to live a beginning work shortly on a lower tax bracket. workshop aimed at helping good life myself,” She said. CD collection of stories And keep in mind that your you can meet. I can help you asked to return the following set up a plan and offer all the year, but didn’t feel ready to native people express their At this point, she took a called “Tales From the contributions to the plan are tools and resources you need handle the load herself.. emotions and healing. professional approach and Lodge.” always yours to keep if you “At that point I didn’t feel “I developed a workshop developed a business plan “It’s going to be geared for leave your job. The ability to to make it happen, but taking equipped or qualified to tell that has to do with stories with her husband Wayne young children from ages 5-9 transfer your savings from the first step is up to you. Westenberger. and it’s a collection of tradi- stories, so I called my friend called the Indian Story Stick. Your plan offers benefits you can’t find Brian Doxtator. I said, The reason I came up with “What I did was Got a tional stories of Iroquois, the ‘Brian, I don’t want to tell that was because I ‘ve found webmaster and got a website Cherokee, Cheyenne, Ojibwa. anywhere else. these stories, you come and that the Native people have going, launched a business None of them belong to me, tell these stories, the children difficulty expressing them- plan, did a lot of research, and just retold by me,” she said. Participating would like to hear you,’” selves,” Morningstar said. “I joined state and national story Morningstar truly believes Contributing 6% Not Participating Morningstar said. know that we respond differ- telling organizations and that her stories are more than Salary $50,000 $50,000 After Doxtator helped ently to healing and to treat- groups,” Morningstar said. just culturally enriching, but Contributions $3,000 $0.00 Morningstar out a few times it ment than non-Indians.” After a bit of marketing also morally and socially. Taxable Incm $47,000 $50,000 became apparent to Morningstar credits her effort in the way of direct “I know that if our kids Taxes $12,312 $13,062 Morningstar that her friend father for her desire to advo- mailings, Morningstar is, on were learning these stories Take Home $34,688 $36,938 was not going to be there for cate for Native Americans. average, doing four programs and hearing these stories and Savings $3,000 $0.00 her all the time and she began “I was raised away from a week and traveling all over repeating these teachings, to build the confidence she my Indian family and back the mid-west participating in ceremonies, Calendar needed to succeed as a profes- when I was in my mid to late “My next tour, called ‘A they wouldn’t have to pick up sional storyteller. 20's I was finally reunited Winter Time of Telling’, is that bottle or pick up those She began to venture from with my Oneida family. scheduled for the end of drugs or pick up those 2007 telling stories in classrooms Shortly after I met (my father) January. I’ll be in Chicago for weapons,” she said. to conferences and finally he passed away from alco- 10 days at the Newberry For more information on began to get paid for her holism. I knew the only way I Library of Chicago,” Debra Morningstar you can efforts. was going to honor my dad, Morningstar said. go to: Morningstar used her new his life and the way he died Mornigstar also will be www.debramorningstar.com. [tÑÑç [ÉÄ|wtçá Jan./Feb. Raised Beadwork Classes WHEN: Various PLACE: Bear Paw Keepsakes, 2667 W. Mason St., Green Bay $50 per class, includes all of the supplies. Enrollment limited to 10. Register at the store. January 12–13, Moccasins; February 16-17, Small Purse; March 16–17, Checkbook cover or Photo Album. ONEIDA Small Business, Inc. FMI call 920-499-7875. Jan./Feb. Would you like to own and operate your own small business? Cook, Energize & Move the Oneida Way WHEN: January 25 or February 7 Would you like to be your own boss? TIME: 5–7 PM PLACE: Oneida Turtle School Home Ec. Room. You could be able to make money outside of your regular job *** To register call Diana Peterson at 869-4539 *** doing something that you have always wanted to try. Now is the Limit 14 families per class. MUST Pre-Register. time to apply for your dream job! February This is not a grant but it IS a low interest business loan opportunity 13th Annual All Indian Bowling Tournament WHEN: February 23-25 which has been designed specifically for our Oneida Community. TIME: Various PLACE: Lakeshore Bowling Lanes, Shawano, WI If you have an interest and desire to go into your own business we Five person team event with $100 team fee. There is an optional $5 individual Hi-game/Hi-series. 100% payout. Contact Lakeshore are here to help you. Lanes 715-526-9300 to register. Oneida Small Business, Inc., was developed to help you Ongoing Women Reaching Women Support Group start, run, and build your own business. WHEN: Every Thursday WHERE: Three Sister's Community Center, 790 For more information contact Lee Thomas at 713-8357 or Judy Oneste Lane (off Mason St.) Three Sisters Housing Site Cornelius at 869-2806. TIME: 12:30–2:30 PM Please come and join us. We'll support each other. All women are invited. Free transportation, lunch, and child care provided. Applications can be picked up at Bay Bank on Packerland Drive. YMCA Swimming, Women's Closet. Hope to see you there! FMI, please contact: Isabel Parker at 498-3340 or Georgia Burr at 592- 8682.

Please call the Kalihwisaks office at (920) 869-4280, 4279 or 4277 to include events in this section. Any future announcements must have a contact phone # that can be published to be included in this section. Kalihwisaks December 21, 2006 (Wisk) 5A Legislative Review Letters... Legislative Update great! Would like to take this Miss Oneida Happy Holidays: regarding labor vice contracts. work with our own people. Hello Everyone! time to give thumbs up to the issues and the Continual work I have also relayed infor- Thus ONHS teachers! I would like to focus this development of on the policy mation regarding the devel- far as Lately I have been quite article on issues that my an apprentice- development of opment of the Commerce Miss busy attending very exciting office has been dealing with ship program. a Labor Code is Team. The team has been Oneida, events such as the Three regarding economical con- The intent of the being taken up working diligently for over a I've had Sisters Powwow, the Green cerns. The General Tribal Oneida Indian by my office. year, designing the purpose, theBay parade which was a Council has expressed its Preference Law Labor standards context and regulations for a opportu- great experience and not so desire to expand the growth was to provide will be Commerce Division. The nity and cold (yes I was posing), the of the Oneida Nation by cre- an instrument addressed the great Oneida Nation Coalition on ating a tribal economy. The that allows trib- through a rule goal of the team is to have a Iris Metoxen pleasure Aging, and I had done a GTC has set policy through al entrepreneurs making process proposal ready for imple- motions and resolutions that equal opportuni- that addresses of meeting the Business photo shoot for the Krakow, mentation by October 2007. require the organization to ty to do business Councilwoman Tribal Labor Committee and attending the Mill Center, Oneida and The above issues are only Pulaski create a commerce for the with the Tribe. Trish King policy. It is my some of the concerns need- following events: The Walk Nation. The mechanism intention to phone- ing to be addressed in regard of Legends, Faith in Action The Tribal organization that is missing is the man- introduce a draft labor code to enhancing our tribal econ- Family Picnic, Culture Days book has responded to some of agement and oversight to to the legislative Operating @ the Oneida Museum, which these directives in the fol- effectively enforce the law. Committee by the end of omy. Other issues such as Oneida's 4th of July Parade, should lowing ways: It is my intent to reintro- January or early February. the needs for increased hous- Oneida's Annual Pow-Wow, have The Oneida Indian duce policy by creating a In previous articles I ing, jobs, community ser- Get to Know the Oneidas' been dis- Preference Law requires separate law that addresses relayed information regard- vices, environment, and commercial shoot, Relay for tributed Oneida Enrolled members to specifically the regulations ing a program called the development are on the radar by now. be included when the Tribal to require the Tribal organi- “Mentor/Protege Program.” for the Business Committee Life, Green Bay Packer Racheal Ninham Family Fun Night, Artstreet, I am departments let out bids and zational departments to seek This program is organized to address. do employment hiring. The a specific percentage of our through the federal Small Indian SummerFest, The UW planning to attend the In order for the Nation to Gathering of the Nations Indian Preference law is sim- gross contract acquisitions Business Association. The be successful in these areas, Oshkosh Student Pow-Wow, ilar to the Federal for those products and ser- purpose is to entice large cor- powwow in New Mexico clear policy direction is criti- Tsyunhehkwa's Harvest Government's “Buy Indian vices offered by Oneida porations to mentor minority which Im very excited for. I Days, The Three Sisters Act” and the State of entrepreneurs. With clear businesses through partner- cal. Hopefully this policy Pow-Wow, The Green Bay will be focusing on doing Wisconsin's Minority policy and regulation in ships. The corporation change will better reflect the Holiday Parade, and the many fundraising efforts so Business Procurement place, oversight can be easily receives tax incentives from intentions of the government Veteran's Pow-Wow. I will watch for those. Your help in Policy, where Native attained. Hopefully a draft the Federal Government for to enhance the tribal econo- be attending the Annual getting me to the Gathering Americans and minorities “Buy Oneida Law” will be their participation. The my as directed by GTC. If Sobriety Pow-Wow on of Nations will be greatly are given equal opportunity introduced to the Legislative entrepreneur receives busi- we can see the benefits of December. 31st as well. appreciated. to bid on contracts and ser- Operating Committee for ness success. I would like to working together to reach a As a freshman at UW In closing, I have shared vices for the governmental consideration at the begin- see Oneida take on this same common goal of enhancing ning of our next session (late philosophy. In order to see Oshkosh, I was able to take with you just some of the agencies. This is an issue of the quality of life for our the Indian Preference Law January 2007). Oneida take part in this, we my first steps toward my events I have attended as Jr. community, we will truly be that requires specific atten- Labor standards and poli- need to revive our vision for platform: Education against Miss Oneida. I'm anxious to a strong and successful attend many more along with tion. cies are also important as we the future, reinstate policy drunk driving. I was glad to I am reviewing the con- work toward creating new a and develop enforcement Nation. my other reigning friends learn that many of my cerns identified by the Indian business industry and/or mechanisms that guide the acquaintances were willing Miss Oneida Iris Metoxen Preference Office and the improving our current enter- organization. Most impor- Have a Happy and Safe to agree that if they had any and Lil Miss Oneida Tianna Human Resources Dept. prises, corporations and ser- tantly, we must be willing to Holiday Season. drinks they would not drive Hackett. anywhere. They agreed to Yaw^ko, The Laws and that occurring and analysis will allowed to promulgate rules. always call for a ride, or an next spring. be open for pub- Racheal Ninham Regulations Law Agencies are required to pro- escort in walking, no matter Law making lic consumption. vide notice and hold a public Jr.Miss Oneida 2006-2007 –The New APA the time. As another alterna- Since 1991, the The first part It is important hearing for a proposed rule. tive, the agree to ask to spend Megwetch… Administrative Procedures of the Proposal to note that the The LOC would have over- the night at the house of the General Tribal On behalf of the People of Act (APA) has governed how governs how sight of the rule making party if all else fails. There laws are adopt- Council and the the Bad River reservation, I’d Tribal laws are adopted and process with the Oneida are quite a few of us that they ed. Under the Oneida Business like to take this opportunity how administrative hearings Business Committee being have called, and we have are conducted. However, the Proposal, laws Committee to extend my deepest appre- able to review a proposed always been there. In the current APA never achieved are defined as “a would retain the ciation to the Oneida rule if the LOC and the enti- morning they have always the full promise of a true code, act, sole authority to Business Committee for their adopt laws. ty cannot agree on the pro- said thank you in apprecia- administrative procedures statute, ordi- efforts to assist my tribe a nance, or policy Administrative mulgation of a particular tion to us being there looking act whereby rule making few months back. Elders and adopted by the Councilman rules, as rule. out for them. I hope that would occur at lower levels community members were of government. Simply put, General Tribal Vince DelaRosa explained in the A rule would be effective everyone is able to set up an unable to receive medical not every aspect of public Council or next part of this once a notice and summary agreement with friends to supplies when our health policy needs to be legislated Oneida Business part of this report, would be are published in the Tribal look out for one another. It's center was gutted in a fire. by the General Tribal Committee.” Examples of promulgated by specifically newspaper. Attached is a not hard and everyone is identified Tribal entities. My family was also personal- Council or the Oneida laws are: the Hunting flow chart which illustrates capable of doing it. Some Fishing and Trapping Rule making ly affected by this tragedy. Business Committee. There how rule making would look. time in the near future I hope Ordinance and the Per Capita The next part of the law My brother and sister are are numerous agency level Administrative to still do a presentation on policy calls which are best Ordinance. Any Tribal mem- governs the adoption of both handicapped and Hearings how drunk driving has per- administrated at the agency ber or Tribal employee may administrative rules, which depended on the health cen- Lastly, the Proposal sonally effected my life. level. make a request for a pro- are defined as “a regulation, ter for all of their medication includes an administrative Happy Holidays to all, and The proposed Laws and posed law or an amendment. which has the effect of law needs. Your swift response to Another important reform and which is issued by an hearing process which is I hope to see a good turnout Regulations law represents the needs of a neighboring under this section is the agency to implement, inter- very similar to that found at the Sobriety Pow-Wow the next step in the develop- native community did not go ment of our administration of requirement of a legislative pret or make specific legisla- under the current APA. this year to welcome new unnoticed within our family. Tribal policy. The current analysis and a fiscal estimate tion enforced or adminis- Under this section, readers beginnings and bring in the We appreciate all you have APA would be replaced with occur before the Legislative tered by the agency or to will find the process govern- new year in a positive way! done for everyone in the a new law which would Operating Committee (LOC) govern the organization or ing the Oneida Appeals community. include a streamlined law will consider a proposed law procedure of the agency. A Commission, the Personnel Sincerely, or amendment. All too often rule does not include state- Megwetch, making process and include Commission and other enti- Iris Metoxen there is not an official esti- ments concerning internal Linda La Grew a new administrative rules ties which conduct hearings. Miss Oneida 2006-2007 capability. mate of how much a pro- management of an area.” A proud member of the The proposed Laws and posed law or amendment An example of an admin- In closing Jr. Miss Oneida Bad River Chippewa and would cost, but under the istrative rule is, hypothetical- Sheku, Regulations law is com- Passage of the Laws and NHC Custodian prised of 3 parts: Proposal any proposed law ly, the Environmental My name is Racheal Regulations law will be a With Sincere • Law making or amendment making an Resources Board passing a milestone event for the Tribe Ninham. I'm sure most of • Administrative rule making appropriation and any pro- regulation establishing the you have heard of me, but for Appreciation posed law or amendment dates for various hunting and I look forward to hearing Dear Editor: • Administrative hearings all of those who haven't After many years of devel- increasing or decreasing seasons, or establishing bag your comments at the public Thanks so much for heard, I am the reigning opment, I am very excited to existing appropriations limits. hearings which will be held Jr.Miss Oneida 2006-2007. I reporting on the American announce that the Laws and would carry a fiscal estimate Under the rule making in the very near future. attend the Oneida Nation Indian Center of the Fox Regulations law (the which would estimate the process, only those Tribal High School where I am a See Page 6A Proposal) will soon have a total annual cost. Also worth entities which are expressly Take care and I hope you noting is these estimations authorized, would be Junior, and it's going just Letters… public hearing. I anticipate have a nice holiday season.

The National Balanced Scorecard Communications Team Attention! is sponsoring a logo contest for enrolled Oneida Tribal Members. Oneida Graphic Artists Prize money… $400 for first and $200 for second place. Oneida Artists sought to create The theme for the logo… “A nation of strong families built on tsi? Niyukwaliho t^ (our ways) and a strong economy” Oneida Balanced Score card logo Logo must be…Full color with ability to duplicate in black & white.

For more information and/or to submit your Deadline…Friday, December 29th entry, please contact Phil Wisneski at [email protected] or Pete King III (Winning entries will be selected by January 8, 2007) at [email protected] 6A (Y@=yahk) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks Oneida Business Committee Meeting Minutes

Regular Meeting Tribal Leaders Forum - The 2006 Mid-Term Elections and Indian November 22, 2006 3. Chief of Staff RE: Specific recommendations regarding disso- Country, seconded by Patty Hoeft. Motion carried unanimously. Business Committee Conference Room lution of O.N.E. 10. Finance Committee–None Present: Gerald Danforth–Chair, Kathy Hughes–Vice Chair, Patty Excerpt from November 8, 2006: Motion by Patty Hoeft to direct 11. Legislative Operating Committee ( LOC) Hoeft–Secretary, Trish King–Council member, Paul the Chief of Staff to bring back specific recommendation regarding For Approval: LOC Minutes of October 9, 2006. Deferred. Ninham–Council member, Vince DelaRosa–Council member, dissolution of Oneida Nation Electronics (O.N.E.) Charter, seconded Melinda J. Danforth–Council member, and Edward by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried unanimously. Deferred. 12. Treasurer’s Report – None Delgado–Council member. 13. Oneida Business Committee Planning Excused: Mercie Danforth–Treasurer 4. General Manager RE: Print Shop Recommendations 1. Meeting Minutes of November 14, 2006. Deferred. Others Present: Barbara Metoxen, Pre Leverance, Linda Torres, Excerpt from November 8, 2006: Motion by Patty Hoeft to defer Brenda John, Norma Flauger, Barb Dickinson, Geraldine Danforth, the Print Shop recommendation to the next Oneida Business 14. Executive Staff Meeting Wanda Diemel, Debbie Thundercloud, Peril Huff, Janice Hirth, Committee meeting, seconded by Ed Delgado. Motion carried unan- 1. Meeting Minutes of November 2, 2006. Deferred. Pamela LaBarge, Bill Gollnick. imously. Deferred. Opening Prayer: Forrest Brooks 15. Legislative Affairs Update Special Recognitions: Tribal Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) 9. New Business: 1. Comments on the I.R.S. Proposed Rulemaking Regarding the Program chosen as model program by the a. Resolutions “Essential Governmental Function” Test for Tribes Offering Native Wellness Institute – Administered by 1. Melinda J. Danforth RE: Adopt resolution 11-22-06-A with Tax-Exempt Bonds – Retro Approval. Deferred. Patty Hoeft. Melinda J. Danforth as ITMA 2. November Mid - Term Elections – Impact on Congress–FYI Official Representative and Paul Deferred. 1. Call to Order by Gerald Danforth Ninham as Alternate 3. Letter - Re-establish House Committee on Indian Affairs – Action: Motion by Patty Hoeft to adopt resolution 11-22-06-A, sec- Approve. Deferred. 2. Oath of Office–None onded by Trish King. Motion carried Unanimously. 4. Sate Budget Presentation (Verbal Update) – FYI Deferred.

3. Approval of the Agenda b. Requests 16. Executive Session a. Additions 1. Patty Hoeft RE: Post One Vacant Position for the Oneida a. Tabled Business – None b. Deletions Personnel Commission b. Old Business c. Moves Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to post one vacancy on the 1. Vince DelaRosa RE: Gaming General Manager Contract Action: Motion by Kathy Hughes to approve the agenda with the Personnel Commission, seconded by Melinda J. Danforth. Motion Excerpt from November 8, 2006: Motion by Vince DelaRosa to defer following deferrals: Reports: a, b, c, d, Follow Up Reports: 2, 3, 4, carried unanimously. the Gaming General Manager Contract for two weeks for technical Request: 2, LOC Minutes, Planning Minutes, Executive Staff corrections, seconded by Kathy Hughes. Motion carried unanimous- Minutes, Legislative Affairs items 1, 2, 3, 4 and Executive Session 2. Patty Hoeft RE: Oneida Food Pantry Shortage Plan. ly. Deferred. Old Business #1 seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried unan- Deferred. imously. c. New Business c. Travel Requests 1. Mercie Danforth RE: Request Approval of U.S. Interior – 4. Minutes to be Approved 1. Patty Hoeft RE: Great Lakes Governor’s Conservation Indirect Cost Negotiation Regular Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2006. Committee Meeting - November 28 – 29, Agreement FY 2005-2007 Action: Motion by Melinda J. Danforth to approve the November 8, 2006 Action: Motion by Ed Delgado to approve the U.S. Interior - Indirect 2006 Minutes, seconded by Kathy Hughes. Motion carried unani- Action: Motion by Kathy Hughes to approve the travel request for Cost Negotiation Agreement for FY 2005-2007, seconded Paul mously. the Great Lakes Governor’s Conservation Committee Meeting, sec- Ninham. Motion carried Unanimously. onded by Melinda J. Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Tabled Business–None d. Legislative Affairs Update–None 2. Patty Hoeft RE: Retro approval for Governor Doyle 6. Reports Fundraiser Event, Milwaukee, WI - e. Attorney Brief a. Bay Bank (Quarterly: Feb/May/Aug/Nov) November 3, 2006 1. Approve to filing Hobart Litigation Bill Menacher – 2nd Meeting of the Month. Submitted. Action: Motion by Trish King to retro approve the travel request, Action: Motion by Kathy Hughes to approve the filing on the Hobart Deferred. seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. matter in federal court, seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried b. Oneida Nation Electronics (Quarterly: Feb/May/Aug/Nov) unanimously. Jeff House–2nd Meeting of the Month. Submitted. Deferred. 3. Ed Delgado RE: Research Study on Administration of c. Environmental Resource Board (Quarterly: Justice in Indian Country, December 5-6, 2. Letter of Engagement – Dorsey & Whitney Feb/May/Aug/Nov) Ted Hawk – 2nd Meeting of the Month. 2006 Action: Motion by Ed Delgado to approve the Dorsey & Whitney Submitted. Deferred. Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to approve the travel request for Letter of Engagement to represent the Oneida Tribe of Indians of d. Oneida Personnel Commission (Quarterly: Research Study on Administration of Justice in Indian Country, sec- Wisconsin, seconded Paul Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. Feb/May/Aug/Nov) Brenda Skenandore – 2nd Meeting of the onded by Trish King. Motion carried unanimously. Month. Submitted. Deferred. f. Audit Committee–None 4. Ed Delgado RE: 10th National Indian Nations Conference: g. Oneida Enterprise Development Authority (1st meeting of 7. Travel Reports Justice for Victims of Crime December 6- the month)–None 1. Patty Hoeft RE: Democratic National Convention, August 9, 2006 h. Seven Generation Corporation Update (1st and 2nd meet- 18–19, 2006 Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to approve the travel request for the ing of the month)–None Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to accept the Democratic National 10th Nation Indian Nation Conference Justice for Victims of Crime, Recess/Adjourn Convention Travel Report, seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion car- seconded by Trish King. Motion carried unanimously. Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to adjourn, seconded by Melinda J. ried unanimously. Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Paul Ninham Melinda Danforth 8. Follow up Reports/BC Directives from Previous Meetings RE: Tribal Leaders Forum – The 2006 Mid-Term Minutes Approved as presented/corrected on December 6, 2006. 1. General Manager RE: Monthly Health Center Update Elections and Indian Country, January 8 & 9, 2007 Action: Motion by Kathy Hughes, to accept the Monthly Health Patricia Hoeft, Tribal Secretary Center Update and change reporting date to quarterly, seconded by Action: Motion by Trish King to approve the travel request for the ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE Paul Ninham. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Chief Counsel RE: Review of Fee to Trust MOU and any rec- Next Regular Business Committee Meeting…Has been cancelled! ommended changes. Motion by Patty Hoeft to cancel the January 3, 2007 Regular Business Excerpt from November 8, 2006: Motion by Vince DelaRosa to approve the Fee to Trust Consortium travel report and direct the Law Committee meeting to allow Business Committee members to attend the Office to review the draft MOU and recommend any changes to the inaugural events in Washington, DC, Seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Oneida Business Committee, seconded by Patty Hoeft. Motion car- ried unanimously. Deferred. Motion carried.

ing for tribal members. We sovereignty in Italy, award- member before more money transaction is in the 7th gen- Letters... are stingy with giving people ing casino consultants multi- is squandered by tribal lead- eration philosophy spoken by land leases, even though we million dollar contracts that ers, bureaucrats, and lawyers. the Oneida leaders who Valley’s holiday dilemma Oneida Nation a joyous holi- have vacant lands that aren’t run from one FY to another, Give us a $10,000 per capita ignore the widows, the (the donated gifts earmarked day season! Be sure to stop being used for anything. We wasting millions on pursuit and the tribal leaders can pay fatherless, and the poor for distribution at our by AIC-FV for a visit and a allocate $9,000,000 for land of the pie in the sky NY land themselves their large because they do not fall with- Christmas party were stolen cup of coffee in 2007! purchases, and declare a claims. (Give us a casino and salaries and hobnob around in the tribes income guide- from us) in your December 7, moratorium on purchasing we will settle). the world, at least we’ll get lines. 2006 edition of the Yaw^ko! residential properties. Why As a GTC member, I something out of it. Kalihwisaks. As a result of Rebecca R. Edler and don’t we spend $10 million would like to see a $10,000 The deceitfulness and the John Powless the coverage you provided, Lisa M. Hurst on constructing affordable per capita for each tribal hypocrisy of the Hobart the response from your read- American Indian Center of housing and teach our young ers, and an overwhelmingly the Fox Valley men who are unemployed or generous donation from the 128 N. Oneida Street under-skilled a trade? That Oneida Nation (Chairman Appleton, WI 54911 makes too much sense. Gerald Danforth gifted AIC- (920) 882-4059 Oneida leadership would FV with a $1000 check on Wasteful spending rather enrich real estate December 6, 2006) our Christmas party and holiday on the rise developers, consultants, gift drive turned out to be an Editor Balance-Scorecard amazing success! Spending (Editors note: Consultants and the Hall of A number of Oneida Tribal approximately) $3,500,000 Fame Legends Park to glori- members showed their sup- on 17.5 acres is another fy NFL Millionaires. port and demonstrated their example of wasteful spend- I’ve tried to get informa- good hearts in our time of ing and new age environmen- tion on all of the above men- need via phone calls, emails, talism espoused by Oneida tioned expenditures from our cards and financial contribu- leaders (Editor’s note: leaders, but I get denied tions. We are happy to report according to Oneida Tribal access to financial informa- that quite a few Oneidas Attorney Rebecca Webster, tion. I’ve been told that the attended our Christmas party. the deal includes a conserva- information I’m requesting Many Oneida families and tion easement and the right of is confidential, proprietary, children (along with numer- first refusal on an additional or the tribal lawyers won’t ous other Wisconsin Tribal allow the release of informa- 25.68 acres). Saving fish and Peoples) residing in the Fox tion. The Oneida government recycling tin cans makes as Valley received gifts as a is a government of secrecy, much sense to me as global result of the Oneida Nation’s not to mention wastefulness. warming. Buying back the generosity. Our leaders are flying, hob- In closing, we would like reservation is also senseless, knobbing around the world to to wish the Kalihwisaks staff when we have a tremendous attend a conference on food and all members of the great demand for affordable hous- Kalihwisaks December 21, 2006 (Tsya=t@k) 7A SStatate/Nate/Nationaltional Health Center Responds to Concerns From Page 1A/Trust lands Submitted by Patricia in the Green Bay community with good continuity of care, per month). Each registered over with.” infeasible or too speculative to Kohlman and none of the physicians in as call backs were made and nurse who is hired for the Nation spokesman Mary warrant analysis.” Administrative Assistant IV - Oneida Green Bay were willing to appropriate treatment per clinic are expected to assist in Emery declined to comment However, many local gov- Community Health Center assist with after hours call provider’s guidelines were after hours on-call services about the new proposal. ernment officials have opposed Recently the Oneida since they were not familiar given to the patient/parent. after approximately one year The nation has asked that all the land-into-trust plan and Community Health Center with our community. The The patients and the commu- of its 17,370 acres in the two instead are pushing for a return of specific triage training. As received comments through nursing staff reviewed the sit- nity voiced their satisfaction counties be placed into trust. to the negotiating table. the suggestion box located in uation and explored the legal with the change and the pro- the facility has grown, so has Both the BIA and the U.S. “A locally negotiated settle- the health center lobby from ramifications with the gram was implemented first the size of the staff! We have Department of the Interior ment is the only way we will concerned community mem- providers on staff and pro- on a trial basis and then as a explored the potential to have must approve the application, be able to address taxation bers regarding the “After posed the first After - hours permanent addition to the nurses hired solely for the which would make the land issues, reduce (jurisdictional) Hours On-Call” article which call service available within clinic services. During the provision of after hours call exempt from state and local checker-boarding and preserve we would like to respond to. the Green Bay area which first year of implementation, service, however, at this time, taxes and regulations. the thousands of jobs that may The article which the com- was staffed by the clinical the after hours staff and the this is not practical nor finan- Thursday's hearing comes be at stake,” said state Sen. ments referred to was recently staff of the Oneida Contract Health staff experi- cially feasible. The adminis- two weeks after release of a David Valesky of Oneida. published in the Kalihwisaks. Community Health Center. enced a 45% decrease in the trative staff and Medical BIA draft environmental David Vickers is president The community members A great deal of research use of the emergency room impact statement on the of Upstate Citizens for Director are currently looking raised some concern with the went into the planning of the for inappropriate uses such as Oneida's application. The Equality, which opposes the safety and reasoning behind on-call program which was head lice and non-emergent at alternatives to assure the report presented seven alterna- land-into-trust plan. having the clinic Registered difficult, since there were not care. This improvement safe quality of care provided tives, ranging from placing “What's at stake here is the Nurses work a full day and many resources available at resulted in a unit commenda- for all the health center hours! 35,000 acres into trust to continuing integrity of New then be expected to be on-call the time to refer to for assis- tion from the United States The Oneida Community putting no land into trust. York state,” he said. If the for after hour services. To tance. There was not even Public Health Service for the Health Center appreciates The BIA said it did not con- Oneidas' land goes into trust, help the community under- any clinics in the area that on-call staff and became a everyone’s comments and we sider among its alternatives the it's impossible to know what stand why nursing provides were providing on-call ser- model program for tribal plan to continue to provide possibility of a negotiated set- legal codes they will imple- these services, we want to vices ran totally by nurses! facilities nation wide. A few the highest quality of health tlement, listing it among a ment or whether they will be give the community some So, in order to provide the years after the Oneida pro- care services to the Oneida group of options it deemed compatible with New York's background information into best care to the community, gram began, Bellin initiated “impractical, unreasonable, laws, he said. community. The facility can how and why nursing began the health center decided that the “ASK A NURSE” service, after hours on-call services. the doctors would provide but Oneida had already been not improve or address your In 1984, the Health Center daily clinic services along up and running their program concerns unless we hear from Breastfeeding class offered at OCHC you! We hope the above experienced a severe shortage with hospital services for with great success! Submitted by Beth • Benefits of continuing to nurse information provides some of of providers. Administration patients and the after hour on- By 1991, there were 3 reg- Scheelk, RD, CD, CLC your baby and the Clinic Nursing call services would be provid- istered nurses along with 1 the community with a better WIC/Outpatient Dietitian - Lactation • Common concerns with nurs- Director at that time looked ed by the nursing and mid- physician assistant that cov- understanding of our after Counselor ing an older baby into the possibility of continu- level providers(nurse practi- ered after hours on-call with hours care services and This class will discuss some • Starting solids in a breastfed ing to provide medical ser- tioners and physicians assis- one physician as the back up answers questions and con- of the common questions and baby vices for after hours care with tants). The registered nurses for consultation(the on-call cerns as to why we do not concerns many new parents have • How long it is recommended to the limited number of and the mid-levels knew the staff averaged 8 - 10 days on- choose to out-source the about breastfeeding as the baby breastfeed. provider staff that we had patients, the clinic, the com- call per month). Today, in gets older. The Breastfeeding Next Class: January 10, 2007, within the medical clinic and munity, and were familiar 2006, we currently have 14 after-hours on-call services to people that do not have an Beyond the Basics will Discuss: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm still be able to provide quality with contract health issues. registered nurses that cover • When to start using a breast- Please Call Beth Scheelk at understanding of our facility health care during regular They were able to provide after hours on-call and two pump, if needed 869-4829 to reserve your spot clinic hours. Several options personalized patient educa- mid - level providers. and the people of this com- • Going back to work or school or with questions. were explored with providers tion over the phone along (Average 2 - 3 days on-call munity. Elder Services offers library and store Oneida Elderly Services • Jig-saw puzzles hours are Tuesday and Decorations and people to is located at 2907 S • Movie videos including Wednesday. 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 decorate are also donations Enrollment Update Overland Road across from health care movies p.m. and Thursday 8:00 examples and volunteer the Oneida Health Center. • Computers with elder a.m.- noon. time examples. To: All Enrolled Tribal Members We have a variety of ser- log-in information Our Elderly Services Feel free to call 869- vices for the elderly and • personal reader for peo- Gift Shop is another amaz- 2448 and ask for either The Oneida Enrollment Department is providing the follow- our community. Listed ple with low vision ing area. We would like Jean or Barb for more ing information to help identify the services our office provides here are a couple of those available everyone to come in, visit information. Please also to to the Tribal Membership. services: Jean Denny is an elder and buy the nicest items check out the Elderly Our Department has had it’s own website since May 16, 2006! This means, most of the forms you commonly request Our Elderly Services on staff and available to you can imagine. There are Services page at can now be downloaded at your own convenience. Please visit Library is one amazing assist in any of these areas. many Christmas articles www.Oneidanation.org us at http://enrollment.oneidanation.org and share with us how help area. We have: Feel free to come in and hand-crafted by the elderly. Thank you and hope to you like our website. • Books on many sub- visit with us. Jean will be We have wreaths, crosses, see you all. Happy The Enrollment Department provides many services which jects in paperbacks and happy to help in any way flowers, ornaments, jewel- Holidays, peace and include but is not limited to the following; hard copy. that is possible. Jeans ry, etc. Barb Skenandore is prayers. • Tribal mailings: Kalihwi-saks (newspaper), an elder on staff and avail- Oneida elderly services Annual/Semi-Annual GTC booklets, GTC able Monday through mission: the elderly ser- notices/mailings, Per Capita Notices/Forms, Burial Friday from 8:00 a.m. - vices program of the oneida Information NOTICE OF noon. nation of wisconsin is to • Certification/verifications of Enrollment CAUCUS FOR NOMINATION Donations and volun- assist our elders in main- • Proof of Per Capita Income teers are welcome in both taining an independent, • Tribal Identification Cards AND SELECTION OF • Genealogical Record requests of these areas. Some com- healthy, productive, and • Enrollment / Relinquishment / Blood Increase ELECTION BOARD MEMBERS munity members have even quality lifestyle. To requests donated item to sell so that accomplish our mission, we can help both of these our services are rendered Deadline Information: Scheduled for: Monday, January 1, 2006 areas financially. Some through love, caring, and • November 20, 2006: Last day to submit LATE 2006 donations are books and respect for the individual Elder Supplemental payment forms. These late Elder Business Committee Conference Room things for the library. by the services we provide. payments will be mailed out on November 30, 2006. NORBERT HILL CENTER • December 7, 2006: Minor Trust Account Payment forms due for members born on or before 12/31/1988. Note: Caucus & selection will begin immedi- Claimed Minor Trust payments will be mailed out ately following the adjournment of the Family and Friends around January 15, 2007. Annual GTC meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. • December 20, 2006: Last day to submit LATE 2006 Group Elder Supplemental payment forms. These late Elder Open-ended Education/Support Group payments will be mailed out on December 29, 2006. ONEIDA ELECTION BOARD: FOUR (4) VACANCIES Please contact our department if you have any questions about Get Support. Learn Skills. the receipt of your payment or any other form(s). 1-800-571- Make Connections. 9902 or 920-869-2083 QUALIFICATIONS: A. Must be an enrolled member of the Oneida Get Educational Materials. Office Hours: Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin November 2006: B. Must be 21 years of age or older • Closed November 23 & 24, 2006 December 2006: For: Anyone who is supporting a family • Closed from 8 – 9:30 AM December 21, 2006 PROCESS: member or friend in substance abuse • Closed as of noon (12:00) December 22, 2006 The Caucus will begin immediately following recovery, or treatment for mental • Closed December 25, 2006 the GTC Annual meeting. Individuals interest- health issues. ed in becoming a member of the Oneida Reminders: Election Board must be present and nominat- • It is the responsibility of all tribal members and/or their par- When: Mondays 3:00pm-5:00pm ents/guardians to keep their address information current. ed at the Caucus. • It is recommended for persons that who may be unable to Where: Oneida Behavioral Health attend to their “enrollment matters” for an undetermined All individuals nominated and accepting nomi- amount of time (such as military personnel or incarcerated nation will be voted on by those GTC mem- Please Contact: Kate Whiting 490-3714 persons), to assign someone as their Power of Attorney. This bers present at the Caucus. The individuals practice has proven to be the most effective way to keep you or and your membership records/services current. receiving highest number of votes shall fill the Rhonda Huhtula 490-3712 All this information and more can be located on our web- vacant positions on the Election Board for a to join. site. Please visit it and share with us how you like it or how we term of three (3) years. can improve it. Yawa’ko 8A (T#klu) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks SStatate/Nate/Nationaltional Fitness Members Oneida Family Fitness Hours: M-T-W-TH-F: 5:30AM–8:30PM for the month of Saturday: 7AM–2:00PM December 2006 FFamily FFitness HHighlights For more information call 490-3730 Michelle has been a member of Oneida Martial Arts offers new Tuesday schedule Oneida By Adam Brown Do class sizes, we will be Belts only everyone to learn and practice One other point to consider Family Martial Arts Instructor changing things up so that we 6:15-7:00 Green Belt and the basic techniques in a clos- is that these classes are not Fitness Beginning Tuesday, may offer more one-on-one above only. er, quieter atmosphere. “restricted” to specific ranks. since 1998. January 2, 2007, Oneida training with the students. Keep in mind this new At 6:15, the green belts If a higher rank student comes She was schedule is effective on and above will get the more to the white/yellow belt class, first moti- Michelle Martial Arts will be offering a The new Tuesday evening Tuesdays only, the rest of the advanced training they need that is ok, but the activities vated to Klarkowski new Tuesday class on their schedule will be: week’s schedule remains the with less interruptions and a will be aimed at the lower begin and maintain an exercise schedule. Due to popular 5:00-5:30 Mighty Ninjas same. faster paced style. rank students. Conversely, if a program because exercise made demand and large Tae Kwon 5:30-6:15 White/Yellow Dividing the ranks up will We are hoping this sched- white belt comes to the her feel good and gave her more allow the instructors to focus ule change-up will allow advanced class, they must energy. Her toughest obstacle to Oneida Family Fitness Employee more on each student’s indi- every student to advance in realize that the curriculum overcome to continue an exer- vidual curriculum. At 5:30, rank faster and more efficient- will be focused on the higher cise program is being a single Meet Kevin Schoenebeck having just the white and yel- ly, while still keeping the “fun rank students. mom and trying to make time to low belts together will allow factor” up. exercise. However, Michelle knows that she needs to stay active in order to keep up with Join the Commit To Fit Club today! her young son, who is full of By Eric Frantz to Fit Club bulletin board. exciting incentive, you simply energy. Oneida Family Fitness Specialist Members that make the club need to be a member at Michelle enjoys coming to a Are you looking for an every month of the year will Oneida Family Fitness and variety of group fitness classes extra incentive to improve also be recognized with a exercise there an average of throughout the week. She also your health? Oneida Family Certificate of Accomplishment three to five days per week. runs a couple days per week and Fitness has just the thing for for their continual dedication Remember, everyone is a lifts weights on her own once or you! It’s proven that people to regular exercise and a winner in this incentive, with twice a week. Her program has who exercise three to five healthy lifestyle. the ultimate prize of being a helped her to be able to keep days per week are healthier To be a part of this fun and healthier, happier person! weight off and increase her ener- gy. She has also run in the individuals. In fact, the Oneida Family Fitness Extra… American College of Sports Bellin Run five times. Medicine recommends that Personal Training Available Michelle enjoys exercising at Oneida Family Fitness because you should exercise at least include: circumferences, By Stefanie Reinke of the friends and support group three to five days per week to Fitness Specialist scale , body compositions, she’s built up by going to the improve your health! Do you need help reaching sub-maximal bike test, flexi- group fitness classes. Besides Started in October 2006, those fast approaching New Submitted by Adam his duty. bility and strength tests. You working out at Oneida Family Oneida Family Fitness will Year’s Resolutions? Oneida Brown • Kevin strives to work with will benefit from learning Fitness, Michelle enjoys spend- honor it’s members that exer- Family Fitness may have the Oneida Family Fitness other Tribal Departments to proper weight lifting tech- ing time with her son, as well as cise an average of three to five answer for you! Our Certified If you’ve ever taken a mar- implement self defense playing volleyball and softball. days per week with our new Personal Trainers are here to nique and one-on-one atten- tial arts class at Oneida classes. Finally, Michelle’s advice for “Commit to Fit Club”. Prizes help you reach your fitness tion during your personalized Family Fitness, you’ve no • He enjoys teaching stu- changing your lifestyle habits is will include Oneida Retail goals. Your Personal Trainer workout sessions. The prices doubt met Kevin dents of all ages, and this: “Surround yourself with Gift Cards that value from of our personal training pack- Schoenebeck. Mr. attends many tournaments will assess your current level people that are also motivated to $10 to $250! Schoenebeck has been teach- and martial art seminars of fitness with various tools to ages are as follows: be healthy and exercise. Finding There are two ways to win ing for the Oneida Tribe for throughout the U.S. to con- a support group to keeping you gift cards. A $10 gift card Package Non-Member over 14 years! Here’s a list of tinue to upgrade his martial Member motivated is key!” some facts about him: art teaching skills. will be given out every month 1/2 Hr. Session $ 20.00 $ 25.00 to one male and one female 1 Hr. Session $ 40.00 • He believes martial Arts are $ 35.00 Tony OFF member with the most 1 Hr./2 Clients $ 50.00 • Mr. Schoenebeck is a a great form of exercise $ 45.00 has been a facility visits for the month. (5) 1/2 Hr. Sessions $ 105.00 career martial artist with a that also teach life skills. $ 90.00 member of For every month that you (5) 1 Hr. Sessions $ 190.00 7th Degree Black Belt $ 160.00 Oneida average at least three to five (5) 1 Hr. Sessions/2 clients $ 230.00 • He has been in Martial Arts Kevin believes that every- $ 200.00 Family check-ins per week, you will (10) 1/2 Hr. Sessions $ 205.00 32 years one should learn how to $ 175.00 Fitness also be entered into the yearly (10) 1 Hr. Sessions $ 360.00 • He teaches Fitness defend themselves, just like $ 300.00 since 1987. drawing for a $250 Oneida (10) 1 Hr. Sessions/2 clients $ 430.00 Kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do, everyone should know how to $ 370.00 He initially Eskrima, and Jujitsu, as swim. Retail Gift Card based upon began an Tony Smith, Sr. well as Mighty Ninja’s The next time you’re at the your average check-ins. Sign up at the Oneida Family Fitness Front Desk. For any questions please contact Oneida Family Fitness at 490-3730. exercise program in order to stay classes. Oneida Family Fitness center, Every month, our members healthy for his family and hope- • Scheduling and coordinat- take a moment and talk with that visit an average of three fully inspire others to work out. ing the annual Oneida Tae Mr. Schoenebeck, he’d love to five days a week will be Healthy Holiday Tips Tony’s biggest obstacle to over- Kwon do tournament held to meet you! recognized by having their come is staying committed to at the Turtle school is also name posted on our Commit By Jason Manders working out in the morning no Oneida Family Fitness matter how much he would Keeping active during the winter T’is the season for friends and family to get together for rather sleep. However, his belief the holidays. With all the meal preparation, and party cele- that God has made each of us By Tina Jacobsen take, a cardiovascular work- do daily more vigorous such bration, it’s easy to overdo and eat too much. Here are a few unique and it is our responsibili- Oneida Family Fitness out room, weight rooms, as: tips to help make this holiday season both happy and healthy. ty to keep what he has given us The cold weather is here! gymnasium, pool, and much • Make extra trips up the 1. Switch from sugar filled pies to pumpkin or sweet potato in shape, helps to motivate him Winter weather can pose as more. stairs. which has less fat, sugar and more vitamins, minerals and to work towards a healthy Head to the mall for a flavor. an obstacle to normally • Park further away from lifestyle. active people when it is no walk. 2. Keep healthy snacks – like fresh fruit – handy and mix An accomplishment that Tony Many malls are open early your destination. cereals like Cheerios and Chex with raisins and pretzels longer easy to jump on a bike • Shovel the snow instead of made this year was his participa- or go for a run. You’re not for morning walkers and are for low calories pick-me-up. tion in the 2006 Tour De Cure at a great way to get physical using a snow plow. 3. Try oatmeal cookies instead of chocolate chips, bars, alone; the trend toward inac- the Turtle School. He hopes this activity. • Turn on some music and fudge or other sugar based treats. The extra fiber is filling tivity is very common during will encourage others to partici- Commercial time is the dance while you vacuum. and doesn’t leave a lot of room for sweets. pate in fund raising activities the winter months. The fol- time to MOVE! 4. When choosing meats, turkey is one of the leanest. lowing tips will help you Bundle Up! and challenge themselves. This During commercials of Dress in layers so that you Remember that white meat is leaner than dark meat, so accomplishment was made pos- keep the pounds off this sea- your favorite TV programs, choose a turkey or chicken breast before a leg. can take layers off as you get sible by Tony’s goal to workout son: get up and move around the 5. Most vegetables contain little or no fat. It’s what is added Come to Oneida Family warm and add them back on at least five times a week with at house. Use this time to put that is fattening. Instead of adding butter or sour cream to least 30 minutes of cardiovascu- Fitness! when you start to cool. the dishes away, straighten mash potatoes, add 1% milk, no fat sour cream or yogurt. lar exercise (mostly bicycle) and Family Fitness offers a Remember that the goal is to the living room, fold the 6. Angel food cake is filling and makes a great substitute for 20 minutes of weights in each warm fitness alternative to laundry, or play with the dog. stay warm without getting sugar filled pies and other fat filled desserts. workout session. being outside. There are sev- Add vigor to your day. too sweaty. Since you lose 7. Don’t go to holiday parties on an empty stomach. Before Tony enjoys exercising at eral instructor led classes to Do things that you already most of your body heat from going out, choose to snack on protein like yogurt or cottage Oneida Family Fitness because your head, wear a hat. Also, cheese. The protein will suppress an appetite and prevent it opens up at 5:30am and he can Oneida Family Fitness Staff overeating later. Michelle Mielke...... …...... ……....…Fitness Center Director try to avoid cotton, especially get his exercise done early, 8. Alcohol is filled with calories. If you must drink, choose which provides him with the Ryan Waterstreet..…....…….……………...... Assitant Director as your first layer, because light beer or wine instead of mix drinks. Lori Bembnister…….....……….………...... Fitness Specialist Lead once cotton is wet, it stays extra energy to get through the Ryan Engel...... ………....…….………...... Fitness Specialist Lead 9. Continue to exercise during the holidays. Taking a walk, day. Besides working out at wet. Wool or synthetics (like Eric Frantz...... …...…….……………...... Fitness Specialist swimming and snowshoeing are great ways to burn off Oneida Family Fitness, Tony Tina Jacobsen...... …....…….……………...... Fitness Specialist polypropylene) are a better those excess calories. likes spending time with his Jason Manders...... …....…….……………...... Fitness Specialist option. So, don’t let the win- 10. The traditional fruit cake and gingerbread cookie are low family, fishing, camping, kayak- Stefanie Richter...... …....…….……………...... Fitness Specialist ter weather keep you chilled, in calories along with being flavorful. ing, visiting museums, watching Kevin Schoenebeck...... ……..……...Martial Arts Coordinator stay warm by bundling up The holidays are a time for family, friends and good food. the stars at night, riding bike Adam Brown...... ….……….....Martial Arts Instructor Make this year the healthiest yet. through the woods, swimming Maureen Cisler...... ………..…...... Administrative Assistant and keep on moving! Martina Frechette...... ……...... …Administrative Assistant and watching movies. Teresa Holschuh-Sieja....…...... Aquatics Trainer/Supervisor Registration has begun at Oneida Family Fitness… Lastly, Tony’s advice for Nicole Cooley...... …...... …...... …Lifeguard changing your lifestyle habits is Orrie Kreuscher...... …...... ……Lifeguard 3 on 3 Basketball League this: “Start today with a commit- Teresa Roth...... …...... ……Lifeguard Registration for the second annual 3 on 3 basketball league at Oneida Family ment to yourself to exercise and Jessica Mettler...... …...... ……..Lifeguard Fitness has begun. This league is for all ballers ages 13 years and older. begin today. I know how easy it is to say I will start tomorrow!” The Oneida Family Fitness (OFF) staff is here to serve you! If you Register your team now! It’s only $20.00 per team. haven’t been to the Fitness Center lately, please stop in and get Congratulations to both acquainted with the staff! The office is located at: 2640 West Point Registration forms can be picked up at Oneida Family Fitness or contact Jason Michelle and Tony for their hard • Green Bay, WI Phone: (920) 490-3730. Look for O.F.F. high- work and dedication! lights once a month in the Kali. Manders at 490-3852 or [email protected] Keep up the good work! December 21, 2006 Section Two

In the Spirit of the Season…

By Yvonne Kaquatosh Kalihwisaks

pproximately 25 households participat- Aed in the annual ‘Christmas on the Rez’ event which is coordinated by the Oneida Tourism Department. Although there was no snow blanketing the ground, the light displays that adorned the homes of the many Oneida family participants provided the ambiance of the holiday season nonetheless. There were two categories – Native American and Other – that were judged by a panel of three local media profes- sionals who graciously volun- teered their time. The winning entries in the Native American category were: 1st–Maria Hinton, 2nd–Toni House, 3rd–Patrick & Lisa Madrid, 4th–Jean Webster and 5th–Rodney Hill In the ‘Other’ category: 1st–Andrew John, Kali photos by Yvonne Kaquatosh 2nd–LeAnn Schuyler, 3rd– Above, First place honors went to Andrew John with Dan & Sherry Flauger, 4th– his kerosene ‘flaming’ lifesize candles among other Darryl Moore, and 5th unique props. At right, First place in the Native Barbara Reynolds. American category went to Maria Hinton, renowned Judging for the 5th annual fluent speaker of the Oneida language. Below, event took place Thursday Charlie Brown and friends adorned the lawn of Toni evening, December 14th. Hill. Perhaps they were performing a snow dance. 2B (T#ken) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks

Thunderhawk

Get the Stories Before It’s Too Late It Was an Honor to be There By Wendel Cornelius he had a nickname. It was has inspired me to join the By John Christjohn ONHS freshman “Mr. Terrible.” Lots of people army and follow in his foot- ONHS Senior On Friday, December 8, wonder if that was because he steps. My great-uncle John 2006, my great-grandfather, was a terrible person. It was- Webster played for the Commodore Metoxen passed n’t. He was actually a great Oneida city football team on. person. He was never mean. and, later, the Green Bay city I didn’t know him all that He got the nickname because well, but I knew his history. team. whatever you asked He was a veteran of WWII. him–“How’s your day?” or These city teams played He was in the army from “How are you doing?”–his mostly between 1895 and 1943-1946. answer would be “Terrible!” 1919 when the Packers start- I am seeking information According to his obituary, ed. These were “semi pro” about his rank and where he he “enjoyed playing dartball teams. served. I never got the chance in the church league and hunt- I was lucky to be able to to hear his stories about his ing in his younger years.” go to the “Walk of Legends” time in the war. I just found Young people, listen. Get monument or “Pride” unveil- out that he was in WWII. If I to know the ones you truly ing this past Sunday morning had known this before, I love, especially your grand- at 10:00 a.m. would have asked him about parents, and their stories Referring to the Packers it. before their time is up. Their and Green Bay football, An interesting thing about stories are probably interest- Tribal Chairman, Gerald my great-grandfather is that ing and inspirational. His life Commodore Metoxen Danforth, said “our people were at the start of some- thing great.” Choir for Oneida High Kali photo/Dawn Walschinski By Shaina Powless girls who were in Choir last they had wanted to try but Roland, John and Joe ONHS Sophomore year can not have it again this never was able to. Christjohn pose in front ONHS students would like year and would like to sing I think choir would be good of the pride monument a Choir program. I have been again in a school choir. because it would give the stu- before its unveiling on helping out with this by get- Choir last year was direct- dents another option for an ting signatures from students Sunday morning, ed by Andrea Birbilis of the elective credit. Also it would who would be interested in elementary school. But being give the students a chance to December 17. All three joining if we did have a choir here at the high school, it was go to competitions, and travel young men played for here. I have gotten some sig- sort of complicated getting for competitions with the the Thunderhawks foot- natures so far. We are hoping rides back and forth from the choir. ball team and wore to get Richard Lambert for high school to Last year the choir and tur- the Choir director. Richard the Turtle then back again tle school band took a trip to their team jerseys to works here at the school as a in an hour. So that is another Chicago for a competition, the event. Special Education Aid. Denis reason we would like to have then the staff took the stu- Gullickson and I have on here. dents of the choir and band to worked on a letter to the And the program would not Six Flags Great America due ONHS Students to Attend A Brief school board saying why we only be for students who were to their great performance. wanted one. Some reasons: in choir before but also for I think it would be fun to Mid Winter Ceremonies well first of all that the stu- students who would like to try have a choir here at the high By Debbie Santiago back and forth with a bus. History of dents actually want one. something new or something school. ONHS junior I think that having a bus to Another reason is that the Mid Winter Ceremonies bring ONHS students to the Haskell are set for early January at the mid-winter ceremonies is a long house. At times in the good idea. Some students do Top Six CD’s to Check Out For Christmas past, there has been discus- want to go to the ceremonies Indian By Martin Dale Stevens Jr. Legend gets in the mood. Greatest sion about whether or not but don’t have a ride or any- ONHS sophomore #2. Snoop Dogg... the one Hits ONHS students should be one to go with. I also think School It’s a mix of old and new, and only Doggfather. The #5. Tupac Shakur... cause attending the ceremonies. that it is good to only let the By Eldon Powless mostly new. But everyone of blue carpet treatment. he’s the greatest of them all. This year, the school and the qualified students go, that is ONHS Sophomore them is worth listening to. #3. Ice Cube... why just Pac’s Life long house community have because some students might #1. Johnny Cash...no doubt cause Laugh now, cry later. #6. Ying Yang Twins... ???? Many ONHS graduates been brought together just go to get out of school about it. This should be at the #4. Al Green... to dance to United States of Atlanta. through high school language when really they should be in attend or have attended top of everybody’s list. The when you or somebody else and culture teacher, Sonny school because they are fail- Haskell Indian Nations Hill, and students will be both ing or have an attendance University. But few of us attend and be transported problem. know much about the Packer? school’s history. The school Five ways to prevent a is located in Lawrence, Kansas. Hope? sports injury As it turns out, it’s been By Andrew Sitting Bear around for a very long time. ONHS senior By Nick Cantu mets, protective pads, and The Packers are not doing ONHS junior other gear. When Haskell Indian very well at this point, though ONHS athletes are back at it 2. Warm up before the game. School first opened in 1884, they did pick up a narrow win with winter sports well under- 3. Know the rules. there were only twenty-two over the Lions this past way. Here’s a “heads up” for 4. Watch out for others. American Indian kids who Sunday. What’s this Christmas making it through the season: 5. Don’t play when you’re enrolled there. It was only Denis, a very well known 1. Wear protective gear–hel- injured. Packer fan, said that at one thing about? grades one through five. point during the Jets game, By Lois Stevens When they officially even he “stopped cheering for ONHS senior Adjustments for the opened under the name the Packers and started root- HOHOHO.....Christmas is just around the corner, what “United States Indian ing for his friend’s pool num- are your plans? Are you excited to go to church and cele- ONHS Girls BB Team–An Industrial Training School,” bers.” But he didn’t “boo” or brate the birth of our lord Jesus? Or are you excited to see the enrollment quickly leave early. all the presents under the tree when you wake up? The I heard Denis say, “I meaning of Christmas seems to have lost it’s true spirit a Interview with the Coach increased to over four-hun- thought that game was terri- long time ago. By Twyla Danforth players stronger and more dred. ble. It was an embarrass- This day seems to be the most important holiday to date, ONHS Senior confident in themselves and Ten years later they ment!” but for all the wrong reasons. While it was made to appre- The girls basketball team the guards to see more of the expanded beyond elemen- When I asked Denis about ciate the things that Jesus brought us, a lot of kids today has to make some adjust- floor than the ball. what should be done, he said, don’t even know why we celebrate it. All they know is the ments this year with their “We also need to work on tary grades. “It’s a young team and I think presents, all we all know is the presents. This time of year “big” player out and a 2-6 our passes, and not be afraid In 1927, high school next year, they’re going to everyone is running around with their heads cut off, des- record. They have one more to have the ball,” said classes were accredited by surprise some people. The perately trying to find presents for everyone before it’s too game going into the holi- Stevens. the state of Kansas. The last Packer faithful are still there. late. It’s seems that instead of finding the love for each days. An issue this year for both high school class graduated Remember, from the time other, we are looking for the gifts that we love. And the “With Twyla out,” said the JV and Varsity team is Lombardi left until Holmgren whole “peace on earth” thing, well that went out the door Head Girls Coach Cheryl the amount of injuries that in 1965. came, the Packers pretty a long time ago. Stevens, “we have to have an have occurred. Both the JV In 1970, Haskell offered much stunk. And you still Personally, it doesn’t matter to me either way. I’m not outside game with Debbie, and Varsity team are playing a junior college and became couldn’t get season tickets. Christian, I’m Oneida. My family celebrates it because it’s Luanne, and Lois shooting, injured starters. “Haskell Indian Junior Even now, if you put your a time when all the colleges and jobs will allow for the Because we don’t have to Given everything facing College.” name in for season tickets, entire family to get together. And the gifts are a definite enough strength down low.” the team right now, Coach In 1993, Haskell became you will have to wait thirty BONUS. After so long, this whole Christmas thing just Some other things the Stevens said, “It’s going to years to get them. Next year, became a natural occurrence for everyone. What sense team needs to work on, said be tough to make five-hun- “Haskell Indian Nations University.” they’ll be better. You’ve got to would it make to stop now? the coach, is getting the post dred.” be patient, as hard as that is.” Kalihwisaks December 21, 2006 (Áhs<) 3B EducaEducationtion 22nd Annual Oneida Nation School System Science Fair Winners announced Scholarship Opportunities The Oneida Nation School Local professional communi- ial awards were given for out- Science Fair in Albuquerque, System held their annual sci- ty members from the Oneida standing projects. Six stu- New Mexico, March 22-24, Roberta J. Kinzhuma Memorial ence fair on Thursday area volunteered as judges. dents will be sponsored by the 2007. They will be compet- Oneida Elderly Services are delighted to announce the avail- evening, December 14, 2006. Sixty-four students from Oneida Nation School System ing with hundreds of other ability of the “Roberta J Kinzhuma Memorial Scholarship”. There were over 100 student grades 5-12 were awarded and will be competing at the Native American students This scholarship is in honor of Roberta Kinzhuma’s dedication participants in grades 5-12, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place rib- National American Indian from reservations and cities and hard work that she put forth towards obtaining her with 80 projects entered. bons. Three honorary memor- Science & Engineering nation wide. Bachelors Degree. 1St Place Mary Powless…………………… Diabetic Diet The Roberta J Kinzhuma Memorial Scholarship Fund is set Name Title Shane Skenandore………………Watch It Burn up for women going back to school to further their education and for their continued efforts in academic achievement. The Avery King……………………… My Space Jade Doxtator…………………… Germ Invasion scholarship funds are generated from fund raising activities of Cody Cornelius………………… Speed of a Burning Candle Jasmin Webster………………… Tidy Whites the Oneida Elderly Services. Shawntel Skenandore-Barnes…Battery Power Dwight Hill…………………………Cumbre Vieja Mt/Volcano Oneida Women are encouraged to apply for the “Roberta J Muriel King……………………… Soft Rocks, Hard Rocks, Michael Stevens…………………The Future of Wisconsin’s Kinzhuma Memorial Scholarship”. A $300.00 scholarship will All Rocks Deer Herd- Computer Simulations be awarded directly to an individual meeting the following cri- Josanna Cornelius-Daubon…… The Sun Is Not Always RD teria: Fun! 3 Place 1. Must be returning to school (Freshmen are not eligible) Cayman Berg-Morales………… Sound Name Title 2. Must be single and female Emmitt Big Medicine…………… Flashlights Denver Dean…………………… Magnetic Field 3. An enrolled member of Oneida Indians of Wisconsin Aleah Jimenez………………… Teeth Shania Stewart………………… Brain Development 4. Must have a 3.0 or B cumulative grade point average Diego Metoxen………………… Fog Nigel Waupekenay & 5. Seeking a degree or certificate in an accredited college David White………………………Illusions Matthew Powless……………… Crystal Gardens and/or technical school Jonathan Danforth & Dakota Jourdan & Please submit an application along with short essay regard- Devonte Pointer………………… Clay Eddie Powless-Crouch………… Melting Away ing yourself, a copy of your last semesters grades/transcripts, Haley Hill………………………… Diaper Dillema Sonny Jourdan & Albert King… Bubble Gum and a copy of your tribal ID. Brent Huff…………………………Balloon Bottle Blow Up Paige Ninham & Applications can be pick up at: Oneida Elderly Services, Jaylee Godfrey ………………… Effects of Baking Soda Abalone Paprocki……………… Reflex 2907 S Overland Rd, Oneida WI 54155 or Oneida Higher Robert Mills……………………… Rocket Car James Hebb…………………… Hurricanes Education, N7210 Seminary Rd, Oneida WI 54155 Maurense Beans…………………Worm Poop Power Quianna Webster……………… Whiter and Brighter Teeth Edward Santiago…………………Hovering Magic Gage Robertson…………………Don’t Break the Ice Applications are due January 10th. Winner will be Carl Tepiew……………………… Acidic Colo Michael Sangiago……………… Air Pressure Power announced via telephone and tribal group-wise one week Shy House……………………… Water Power Deonna Walking Eagle………… Friend or Foe before the AMVETS Community Service Award Banquet. Izaak Jones-Mangione………… Deodorant Magenta Batiste………………… War of the Germs Presentation will be at the AMVETS Community Service Yasiman Metoxen……………… Why Is The Sky Blue? Anthony Cornelius……………… Clean Hands Awards Banquet. ND Guadalupe Martinez…………… Quicker Picker-Upper 2 Place If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Director Adrian Huff……………………… Freezing Liquids Name Title of Oneida Elderly Services at 869-2448. JaNace Christjohn……………… Musical Heartbeats Kylene Welch & Jairica Christjohn…………………How Clouds Form Suzy Webster…………………… Windy Weather Paul Christjohn……………………Big Eruptions Racheal Ninham…………………Arsenic Contamination UW considers free tuition in 3-D Carissa Metoxen & Eveyonna Ortega…………………Volcanoes Marquita Tebeau…………………Community Awareness for those willing to stay Fredrick Miller…………………… Splitting Water Through Mapping Devonne Skenandore……………Dirty Plants Students Eligible for Nationals MILWAUKEE (AP) – A ing more dormitories on two- Matias Metoxen ………………… Crazy Coaster Cayman Berg Morales Robert Mills Eddie Santiago commission is considering year campuses, increasing the Brandon Andrews……………… Crazy Colors Emmitt Big Medicine David White Jaylee Godfrey recommending free tuition for number of four-year degrees Kalene Beechtree……………… Winter Hands Chuck Giordana Environmental Award: Haley Hill all students in the University available and forging stronger Colleen Cornelius……………… Spray Away Madonna Micheletz Excellence Award: Cayman Berg of Wisconsin System who cooperative alliances among Savannah Marcus……………… Bubble Bomb Morales agree to live and work in the the state's many institutions of Chelsea Jorgenson………………Absolute Absorbancy Amos Christjohn Culture and Language Award: state for 10 years after earn- higher education. Jonathan Danforth & Devonte Pointer ing a bachelor's degree. David Wilson, chancellor The commission which of the two-year UW Colleges was created to upgrade UW's and the UW Extension, NAJA offers workshop for National Public Radio to two-year college campuses is assembled the group last sum- journalism students scheduled to meet Tuesday in mer. host Fellowship in DC Madison to discuss that idea O'Connell said he envi- Each year, Native students Students selected for the along with other changes pri- sions the state requiring a 10- majoring in journalism are newspaper project produce NPR Fellowships for as a strong interest in report- marily geared toward improv- year commitment from any- given the opportunity to get two issues of a student news- Young Journalists NPR is ing, editing, producing and ing the two-year campuses. one who earns a bachelor's hands-on experience in pro- paper called Native Voice, accepting applications for the the Web is encouraged. The “We need to put some bold degree in Wisconsin, or a ducing a daily newspaper, which are printed, published Kroc Fellowship, which was one-year program will begin ideas out there,” said Mark five-year commitment in radio or television newscasts, and distributed at the conven- established to identify and on August 20, 2007, and O'Connell, the commission exchange for an associate's or a news Web site through tion site. develop a new generation of include a more than $37,000 member who made the tuition degree from a two-year col- NAJA's annual Student NAJA provides travel, extraordinary journalists for stipend, plus benefits, which proposal. lege or tech school. Projects during our national housing and meals expenses, “I have yet to find a group the public radio system. NPR include paid vacation. If a graduate decided to convention. and class materials. that does not see the benefit,” is looking for a diverse pool Fellows will get rigorous, leave Wisconsin early, that More than 30 college stu- Application deadline: said O'Connell, the Wisconsin of applicants who aspire to hands-on training in every person would receive a bill dents are selected from a February 23, 2007 Counties Association's execu- work in public radio. aspect of public radio journal- for the tuition under the pro- pool applicants to participate Submit to: tive director. Candidates must be just com- ism writing, reporting, pro- the weeklong journalism NAJA–2007 Student Projects, State Sen. Russ Decker, D- posal. training workshop. 555 Dakota St.-Al Neuharth pleting college or graduate ducing and editing for both Schofield, who also serves on O'Connell and West Bend Participants learn basic Media Center Vermillion SD school or be out of school for radio and the Web. Kroc the commission, said he businessman John Torinus, and advanced journalism and 57069 Fax: 866.694.4264 one year or less as of Dec. 31, Fellows will work primarily favors improving higher edu- who is co-chairman of the reporting skills from Native For any questions or inquiries 2006. They do not need jour- at NPR headquarters in cation in Wisconsin but he commission, said the state and non-Native media pro- about student-related pro- nalism or radio experience, Washington, D.C., though expressed concern about the could fund the program by fessionals employed at news- grams, please contact NAJA but must demonstrate excep- each fellowship will include potential cost of the free borrowing on the municipal paper, radio and television national office at tional potential and drive. A an assignment to an NPR tuition idea. bond market, then pay off the organizations across the 605.677.5282 or email: strong interest in national and member station. Applications “It's something you'd like bonds with the increased tax United States. [email protected]. or international news, as well must be postmarked no later to do,” Decker said. “You also revenue expected from resi- than Dec. 31, 2006. have to see if it's practical.” dents in higher-paying jobs. Applicants must also submit: Dan Leistikow, a Torinus compared the -Cover letter -Resume -Three spokesman for Gov. Jim arrangement to tax-increment Circle B Bison Ranch financing districts, which 14520 Pioneer Rd. • Newton, Wisconsin 53063 letters of reference -A student Doyle, said Wisconsin's chief transcript(s) -A work sample executive was willing to con- allow local governments to For more information and to sider the proposal. borrow to build new infra- Robert Burrows, Owner Bobbie (Skenadore) Kreuser, Sales download an application, “The governor's open to all structure and then repay the [email protected] 1.920.833.1103 please go to: kinds of ideas,” Leistikow debt by harnessing the http://www.npr.org/fellow- said. increased property tax growth ships. Other topics under consid- from the resulting real estate Holiday Special eration by the panel are build- developments. We pay for the cut and wrap of your Meat Thinking about returning to college? Quarters and Halves sold Choice of cuts: Informational meeting set Hanging Weight New York Strip - Tenderloin - Rib Eye - Sirloin Tip Roast - Chuck Roast (Manitowoc, Wis.) — January 11 and January 25 College's programs and offer- Half = Approximately 375 lb. - Stew Meat - Bulk Ground Burger Thinking about going back to from 5:30 – 6:30 PM. Topics ings," according to Dr. $2.85 per pound - Burger Patties college? Come to an informa- will include not only the more George Grinde Vice President Price includes cut and wrap. Bison is a lean meat. tion session and find out how than two dozen undergraduate and Academic Dean at Silver Unlike beef, you do not pay for the extra fat. you can get your degree in as majors leading to a bachelor's Lake College. Nutritional Comparisons: little as two and a half years. degree, but also the four grad- Register online for a ses- SPECIES FAT CALORIES CHOLESTEROL IRON VITAMIN B-12 A Silver Lake College repre- uate level programs, adult sion near you at www.sl.edu. GRAMS KCAL MG MG MCG sentative will be available on accelerated programs, teacher If you are unable to attend the second and fourth certification and licensure and would like more informa- Bison 2.42 143 82 3.42 143 Beef (Choice) 10.15 219 86 2.99 219 Thursdays of each month at offerings, on and off campus tion on the program offerings Beef (Select) 8.09 201 86 2.99 201 the Oneida Community delivery options, and finan- at Silver Lake College, con- Pork 9.66 212 86 1.1 212 Education Center in Green cial aid availability. tact the Admissions Office at Chicken Skinless) 7.41 190 89 1.21 190 Bay for a series of informa- "This is a chance for 2406 S. Alverno Rd., Sockeye/ tion sessions aimed at prospective students to have Manitowoc, WI 54220. Call 10.97 Salmon 216 87 0.55 216 answering questions about the one-on-one interaction with a 920/686-6175 or 1/800-236- We take pride in producing award winning animals - State Certified Meat college. The next installments knowledgeable counselor to 4SLC, ext. 175. Email adm- Member of the National Bison Association of the series will take place on find out more about the [email protected] 4B (Kay#) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks Health/Environment Give squirrels a Oneida 4-H club makes Christmas blankets for Anna John Nursing Home residents home of their own Submitted by Bill Vervort OCIFS Coordinator Each year the Oneida Falling Leaves 4-H club designs small presents for the residents at the Anna John Nursing Home in an effort to make Christmas a little brighter. This year thanks to the great idea of a member of the 4-H leadership, along with the generous support of Pete King; and the Wisconsin Agricultural Growth Fund, the Oneida 4-H club was able to purchase fleece and other material to make lap blankets for each of the 28 residents of the AJNH. It was a cool November Photos courtesy of Bill Vervort Saturday morning. The Top: The youth and leaders are diligently working to complete the needed 28 lap Oneida 4-H youth, along with blankets. Bottom: These are samples of the blankets that the Oneida 4-H club the 4-H leaders, family and will bring to the Anna John Nursing Home residents. friends sat down to make the 28 lap blankets. Large fingers and small fingers measured, cut and tied the ribbons onto the fleece fabric, and before long it was lunch time. The Graphic courtesy of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife family and friends then cele- Use rough, unfinished wood for squirrel boxes. brated the progress with a lit- By Bill Koonz box to get into it). Ventilation tle indoor picnic. Specialist - Environmental holes are drilled into the side The Oneida Falling Leaves Protection opposite the entrance. Drill a 4-H club will distribute the How to manage those hole in the bottom for lap blankets to the AJNH res- pesky squirrels to keep them drainage. idents before Christmas. The out of the house! Houses should be placed in 4-H members would also like Are you looking for a last trees that are at least 10 inch- to wish everyone in the minute gift for your furry es in diameter. Boxes should Oneida Community a safe friends? Squirrels are no dif- be at least 12 feet above and happy holiday season. ferent than we are. They will ground (lower if put on a come for free food. They will garage). The entrance holes also attempt to find a place to should face either east or nest as close to the food south to be downwind from Tsyunh#hkw<- a look back at 2006 source as possible. As the oak winter winds and storms. A Submitted by Jeff was the first time this event use the system and the bene- the areas we are working on trees mature in our yards and squirrel nest box can be made Metoxen was held, we had a great fits of inventory, tracking and with similar articles and more people feed the birds, more enticing to squirrels by squirrel populations increase Tsyunh#hkw< Manager showing of the Community. sales it has provided. notices. We look forward to filling it half full of dry leaves All ages were present from Their workshop series hearing from you. Please and may become a nuisance. or other materials (socks, Sakoli, we would like to Squirrels dominating the bird thank you for your continued the children to the elderly. began this past month held at send any of your comments, shredded newspapers, etc.). Information was shared on the Ridgeview Plaza. Classes questions or suggestions to feeder is one thing, sharing To attach the box to a tree or support of our program and living space with them in your services we offer. It has been the products and services we have been packed, and we my office at (920) 869-2141, building, use a lag bolt and offer from our Agricultural have received a very positive Office Line, (920) 869-2147, house is another. Wildlife are washer at both the top and our custom to introduce the adapting to human altered people that work for you at and Cannery components. response from the attendants. Fax Line, 1-800-236-2214, bottom of the back piece. Lag The majority of the food for Two more are scheduled for [email protected] habitats. These habitats are bolts must be loosened occa- tsyunh#hkw<. often missing ingredients Jill Martus-Ninham, is the the event was provided from the month of December. Email. sionally to allow for tree our program and prepared by Retail has a preferred cus- Stop by and visit when you such as nesting sites. By pro- growth. Wire should not be Project Coordinator, a posi- viding a home for squirrels tion that is working on areas Laura Manthe. We look for- tomer Email contact list you can: used because it can girdle the ward to next year and hope should sign up for. Many * Agricultural Component, the landowner can control tree. Boxes are most heavily that impact the whole pro- where the squirrels live and gram and community. It is an you can join us again for this notices and sales are provided 139 Riverdale Drive, used in the winter, so new annual event. in this communication, and (920) 869-2718 enjoy their antics without fear boxes should be set out in the interim position for one year of having to share living quar- that began in March of 2006. The Cannery continues to you need to contact the Store fall for best results. It is not work with the Horticulture to sign up. Store hours are * Cannery/Norbert Hill ters with them. necessary to clean out squirrel The Agricultural area con- Red and gray squirrels sists of Ted Skenandore, area so produce from our Monday through Friday, Center, N7210 Seminary nest boxes. Organic Gardens becomes 10:am - 6:pm, and we are Road, (920) 869-4379. readily adapt to nest boxes in One or two squirrel boxes Horticultural Farmer; Kyle back yards, woodlots and Wisneski, Greenhouse part of the products available. closed on weekends. per acre in a woodland are The Cannery offers classes on Due to limited space we * Retail Store, Suite 8, park areas. Gray squirrels usually sufficient to maintain Technician; Forrest Barton, tend to be found in larger Greenhouse Technician the process of preserving and could only cover a small Ridgeview Plaza, 3759 a maximum squirrel popula- uses of the Facility. Contact amount of products and ser- West Mason, (920) 497- stands of hardwood forest tion. One nest box per urban Trainee; Lee Lopez, while the little red squirrels Agricultural Worker; Lou the Cannery for any further vices we offer. We will con- 5821. lot is more than adequate to questions on the classes pro- tinue to keep you informed of are often associated with prevent squirrels from invad- Williams Jr., Outreach conifer trees. Worker; and Gerald Coenen, vided. We continue to pro- ing houses or other buildings. vide Cannery products to sup- A squirrel nest box is iden- Once you have control of Sub-Relief Agricultural Baby Grow - Mom and Baby tical to a bird house, except Worker. port areas of the community where your squirrels live, and cultural events. We are for the location of the they will prevent you from The Cannery consists of Group entrance hole. A 3-inch diam- Carol Elm, Food Processing preparing for a Midwinter Sponsored by WIC/Nutrition and First having to worry about other Feast to be held this January, eter entrance hole is placed in squirrels. Squirrels are terri- Supervisor, and Jamie Betters Breath the upper rear portion of one and Diane Skenandore, and further information will torial; those you provide a be coming. side of the box. It should be home for will keep others Cannery Workers. centered 3 and _ inches from Retail consists of Raeann For the past three years, the Topic: Infant Oral Care from invading your yard. number of community mem- the top and 2 and _ inches For squirrel box pictures, Skenandore, Natural Health By: Dr. Lisa Frechette from the back edge (you may Retail Supervisor; Bonnie bers using the Cannery con- Oneida Dental Department plans, and prices, just go to tinues to increase. It has wish to put the hole in the the internet and type in squir- Stoneman, Retail Cashier; Wednesday, January 31, 2007 back of the box so the squirrel and Mariea Denny (E.T.), caused us to slow down pro- rel box, dozens of sites will duction of the products we 12:00 Noon to 1pm will not need to go around the pop up! Retail Cashier. In the Agricultural area, we can provide and another rea- WIC/Nutrition Office maintained our Organic son we are looking to develop Oneida Community Health Center Holiday blood drive Certification, which has been a larger operation. We are working with the Planning in place since 2001. Six acres Reservations required Please call 869-4829 organizers say thank you of White Corn was planted Office to present a facility and hand-harvested this year. that provides ample space and to reserve you and your child’s spot or with Submitted By Dawn staff, Michelle Mielke and the With the help of the equipment for the program’s any questions. Krines-Platt Oneida Family Fitness staff, Community and our friends, and Community’s needs. Health Promotions Wellness Karen Hallada, and Dawn we held our 13 Annual The Retail Store held their Baby Grow is a new support group open to all Specialist Krines Glatt. fourth annual open house this Harvest and Husking Bee, Oneida community member to foster positive The Blood Drive Refreshments were provid- from September 30 till past Summer, with a great Committee and the Red Cross ed by: October 6. To dry the White attendance and participation. relationships between mom and baby as the would like to thank the 28 Brenda and Pat Buckley, Corn, more than 200 braids A change this year was that it baby grows and reaches new milestones in blood donors who took the Subway owners were completed with the rest was held in conjunction with life. We will be focusing on healthy feeding time out of their busy sched- Health Promotion, Oneida placed in drying racks in our the entire Ridgeview plaza, relationships from infancy to toddler, as well ules to participate in the Community Health Center departments participating greenhouse. We would like to as topics on growth, development and parent- Oneida Blood Drive on Dec. Red Cross extend our appreciation to the provided a great meal, scav- 15th. Because of your dona- Oneida Community and our enger hunts, and information ing. Each session will have a different topic tions, 78 lives can be helped Please mark your calendars friends for helping all of us to tables. Surveys were com- as well as discussion time. A light lunch will or saved! for the next Oneida Blood meet our responsibilities. pleted to gather information be provided, children under the age of 5 wel- Huge thanks go to our Drive which will be held Feb. In August, we held the first on how to better meet the come with reservation. Blood Drive Committee and 16, 2007. The blood drive is Community’s needs. Retail annual Green Corn Feast and Future Topics: February 28, 2007 - Baby volunteers: held four times a year at Open House at the Ag site. It also obtained a new Point of Neva Archiquette, Maria Oneida Family Fitness and is was our chance to give thanks Sale System and Register ear- Care March 28,2007 - Danforth, Barb Truttmann coordinated by Health for the Green Corn and share lier this year. It has been a Developing a Healthy Home and Casino Maintenance Promotion. with the Community. Since it hands-on learning process to Kalihwisaks December 21, 2006 (Wisk) 5B Good News

th th 18 4 Merry Christmas Bro... to our baby girl Jalen & Nevaeh If you have a birth announce- Courtney Reed on November 22 ment, please send it to the Kalihwisaks Newspaper, PO Box 365, Oneida WI 54155 or call Yvonne Kaquatosh at (920) 869-4280 for more informa- tion. There is NO CHARGE for birth announcements. Please include baby’s full (first, middle & last) name, parents (first & last), d.o.b., weight (lbs. & oz.), length, grandparents (maternal/pater- nal), siblings (names only). Also, if the baby was given an Indian name, please include the correct spelling and mean- ing. Please include phone Love, Dad, Mom, Baby Darrien and the rest of number where you can be Look how much you have grown reached during the day! Love always Mom, Dad, Joel & Coleman the Thomas family Darrien From Big Brother David th Thomas 8 Darrien I would like to wish my David Tehya Margaret Hi, Michelle Krystal Lynn Thomas was children, Brittney, John You are always in our born to proud John Michael and Star, and She has accepted an Danielle Dessert parents On December 15 hearts. Your sisters family and friend a very internship to Congress in December 22nd Joshua & Carrie Thomas on Marsha and April also merry Christmas and Washington, DC. She is November 18 and weighed miss you as well as happy Hanukkah. I may the daughter of Kirk & 6lbs, 4oz and was 19 inches Brittney, Mikey, Star, not be able to be there Jody John. in length at birth. Marissa, Brandon, Shania, Darrien’s grandparents are Sacora and your whole with you on this joyous Michael Thomas, Charlene day, but I want you to Thomas and Dave & Dianna know that I am there in Cornelissen. Mind & Spirit as well as Derrien’s siblings are Jalen and Carrie Thomas. in my heart.

50th To my best friend Love Dad Lynn on December 14th We are all so proud of you! Grandpas, Grammas, Aunts, Uncles & all We hope your day is as your Cousins & espe- DJ Denny special as you are! family. cially your Brother Golden Gloves Champ We love you so much! We all love you a Dakota Jr. Welter Weight *9-1 From your family, whole bunch so have a I love and miss you all friends and especially ABF Champ pleasant holiday so much, your little brother, Check out the Hawkins Love ya, May Peace & Thomas John! Dad & Mary Happiness be with you all Kalihwisaks From U Know Who? Love, Mom (Michelle) on the Intranet! PS - I would like to wish may son a Happy 15th B-Day on January For the best in 7th. Kalihwisaks Native American NEXT DEADLINE Want to learn contemporary and traditional is…Wednesday the Oneida th music December 27 @ language? 4:30 p.m. with a Listen to PUBLISH DATE Go to Kalihwiyose of…Friday, www.oneida- on 89.5 WPNE January 4th, 2006 nation.org Questions, please on your FM dial call: 920-869-4277, Click on Thursday nights 4279 or 4280 Departments (at the 10:00pm to top). select 12:00am Language Revitalization and with hosts Chris then language Powless and lessons. Richie Plass Love, your whole entire family Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary January Calendar of Events Animal Stories for Green Bay resident and $3 tions. If weather permits, par- Preschoolers: Skunks – Do per non-resident. ticipants can test out their new They Always Stink? Pre-registration is required fishing skills. This program is Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at by calling (920) 391-3671. recommended for children 10 a.m. and again Monday, Ice Fishing Workshop: between 8-12 years old. January 15, 2007 Introduction to Ice Fishing Children must be accompa- at 1 p.m. Friday, January 19, 2007 nied by an adult. Cost is $5 Children and their families from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. per Green Bay resident and can learn about skunks during Do you want to experience Friends member or $7.50 per Animal Stories for ice fishing, but not sure how Preschoolers. Sanctuary staff to go about it or what equip- non-resident. will read the stories ment you need? Make sure to Pre-registration is required "Sassafrass" by Audrey Penn sign up for the Sanctuary's by calling (920) 391-3671. and "Skunks Go To Bed" by Introductory Ice Fishing For more information, call Ted Bailey. After the story, Workshop. Participants will (920) 391-3671. the youngsters will participate learn how to make their own Visit the Bay Beach Wildlife in a fun craft project. Cost is fishing pole, what you need to Sanctuary web-site at: $2 per Friends member and ice fish and safety precau- www.baybeachwildlife.com 6B (Y@=yahk) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks To place a Oneida’s classified, call the Kalihwisaks Best 1-800-236-2214 Marketplace!!

Business Committee Legal Notice Opportunity Vacancy Kalihwisaks 2007 Schedule Applications now Oneida Personnel of the Interior and/or the DEADLINE PUBLISH available for commu- Commission: Oneida Tribe of Indians of December 27, 2006 Friday, Jan. 5, 2007* One (1) Vacancy Wisconsin, Appeals January 10, 2007 January 18, 2007 nity-based economic Qualifications: Commission, Office of January 24, 2007 February 1, 2007 development funding Must be an enrolled mem- Hearings and Appeals. All February 7, 2007 February 15, 2007 ber of the Oneida Tribe MADISON-Community- Creditors claims must be filed February 21, 2007 March 1, 2007 The entire combined mem- on or before January 18, March 7, 2007 March 15, 2007 based organizations and local bership may not consist of 2007. March 21, 2007 March 29, 2007 officials seeking to promote more than two(2) members Russell Wayne DeNomie April 4, 2007 April 12, 2007 business growth and develop- from any one division of the DOB 10/19/1931 April 18, 2007 April 26, 2007 ment will want to apply for Oneida Tribe, nor less than DOD 07/14/2006 May 2, 2007 May 10, 2007 project funding through seven (7) community mem- May 16, 2007 May 24, 2007 Community-Based bers Send all creditors’ claims May 30, 2007 Wed., June 6, 2007* Economic Development Shall serve remainder of and information relating to June 13, 2007 June 21, 2007 term, ending April 7, 2008. the decedent to the following (CBED) Program in the June 27, 2007 July 5, 2007 The membership may not address: July 11, 2007 July 19, 2007 Department of Commerce be such that a conflict of Tina L. Figueroa, Probate July 26, 2007 August 3, 2007 (Commerce). Application interest or nepotism is creat- Clerk, Oneida Tribe of August 8, 2007 August 16, 2007 deadline is January 12, ed as defined in these by- Indians of Wisconsin August 22, 2007 August 30, 2007 2007. laws: A. Nepotism is created Division of Land September 5, 2007 September 13, 2007 "The CBED Program has by the following relation- Management, PO Box 365, September 19, 2007 September 27, 2007 played an important role in ships: father, mother, hus- Oneida WI 54155 October 3, 2007 October 11, 2007 developing strong organiza- band, wife, brother, sister, Dated: December 7, 2006 October 17, 2007 October 25, 2007 daughter, son father-in-law, tional capacity to support October 31, 2007 November 8, 2007 mother-in-law, daughter-in- Setting Time and Notice to November 14, 2007 Wed. Nov. 21, 2007* local economic development law, brother-in-law, son-in- Creditors: November 28, 2007 December 6, 2007 activities," said Commerce law, grandparent, grandchild, Request for information. December 12, 2007 December 20, 2007 Secretary Mary P. Burke. step-children, step-parents, or The Following estates are December 26, 2007 January 3, 2008 significant other. B. conflict "We want to support activi- being prepared for probate by The deadline dates above are the dates that material must be submitted to the of interest is a conflict ties that will have the greatest the United States Department Kalihwisaks Office. Deadline dates are Wednesdays (every other) unless otherwise noted, impact on local economies between the private interests of the Interior and/or the and the official responsibili- and Publish dates are Thursdays (every other), unless otherwise noted*. Material can be and the state as a whole." Oneida Tribe of Indians of ties of a person in a position dropped off at the Kalihwisaks Office, Room 1400 (Basement Level) of the Norbert Hill The CBED Program of trust. A or any other rec- Wisconsin, Appeals Center, located at N7210 Seminary Road, or mailed to: Kalihwisaks, P.O. Box 365, Oneida, awards grants to community- ognized hearing body within Commission, Office of WI 54155. Information may also be sent via e-mail or phoned in to: Dawn Walschinski, based organizations for the Oneida Tribe. Hearings and Appeals. All Ph. #869-4277; Yvonne Kaquatosh, Ph. #869-4280; or Steve Gandy, Ph. #869-4279. You Creditors claims must be filed development and business Closing date of may also call Debbie, 920-869-4340 or 1-800-236-2214. The Kalihwisaks fax # is: 920- assistance projects and to January 8, 2007 on or before January 19, 869-4252. Material must be received no later than 4:30 P.M. on the scheduled deadline 2007. municipalities for economic dates. This is only a tentative schedule. If changes in the schedule are necessary, the revised Norman Wallenfang development planning. The schedule will appear in the Kalihwisaks. program also helps commu- Legal Notice DOB 04/23/1929 DOD 07/02/2006 nity-based organizations Setting Time and Notice to Please clip & save for future reference! plan, build, and create busi- Creditors: Judith A. Smith ness and technology-based Request for information. DOB 09/12/1942 Setting up a new business? Selling Your Home of Land? Divorce incubators, and can also cap- The Following estate is DOD 08/22/2006 It’s hassle-free and It’s hassle-free and For italize an incubator tenant being prepared for probate by easy with our help. easy with our help. revolving-loan program. the United States Department Frances V. Cornelius Women Atty. Jim Lewis Atty. Jim Lewis Atty. Jim Lewis of the Interior and/or the DOB 06/11/1921 Commerce will show pref- Howard 434-2777 Howard 434-2777 Howard 434-2777 erence to applications that Oneida Tribe of Indians of DOD 04/19/2006 Wisconsin, Appeals address the following pro- Commission, Office of Send all creditors’ claims gram priorities: Hearings and Appeals. All and information relating to * Support activities designed Creditors claims must be filed the decedent to the following to develop or expand tech- on or before January 2, 2007. address: Keith W. Skenandore based incubators. Tina L. Figueroa, Probate DOB 06/10/1952 * Target promising and inno- Clerk, Oneida Tribe of vative community-based DOD 09/06/2006 Send all creditors’ claims Indians of Wisconsin projects that promote entre- ONEIDA NATION and information relating to Division of Land preneurship the decedent to the following Management, PO Box 365, * Promote a regional address: Oneida WI 54155 Proud and Progressive approach to community Tina L. Figueroa, Probate Dated: December 8, 2006 We offer our employees competitive salaries and an excellent benefit development and encour- Clerk, Oneida Tribe of age collaboration between Indians of Wisconsin package to include: health, dental, vision, free life insurance, 401K, multiple organizations to Division of Land For Sale personal time, vacation time and paid holidays. implement a unique or Management, PO Box 365, Oneida WI 54155 innovative solution to a GE Washer & Dryer (electric) For a Complete and Up-to-date Listing of All Positions local development prob- Setting Time and Notice to for sale. $150.00. Call 920- lem. Creditors: 336-6656. Call our Job Hotline at: 1-800-236-7050 To apply, or for additional Request for information. Dry Oak, cut, split, delivered or program information, The Following estate is as low as $65 per face cord. On the web at: contact Doug Thurlow, being prepared for probate by Call 920-360-7548 for quick http://hrd.oneidanation.org the United States Department Commerce, 608/266-7942. delivery. Postings are updated daily. The Oneida Tribe has the discretion to pull positions prior to the Injured by a person with little or no insurance? deadline date. How to Apply… In person at: Human Resource Department You are David 2630 West Mason Street Green Bay, Wisconsin They are Goliath 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or Fax your completed application (and resume) We are your slingshot to (920) 496-7911 or Applications (and resume) may also be mailed to: Human Resource Department PO Box 365 Call us when you have been injured by a Oneida, WI 54155-0365 person with little or no insurance. Applications must be received prior to or on the closing date. Human Resource Department Mission Statement Recka & Joannes Atty. Jim Joannes To provide quality service in all personnel operations with integrity, responsiveness and sensitivity to our customers. Howard 435-8159 Kalihwisaks December 21, 2006 (Áhs<) 7B Sports Packers host T-Hawks come up short 2007 Boys Oneida youth Basketball Schedule at football Friday, December 29-30 Gresham Tournament (Gresham) clinic J.V.–TBA Varsity–TBA • Friday, January 5th Sevastopol J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM • Tuesday, January 9th Green Bay NEW Lutheran J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM Tuesday, January 11th Bowler (Away) J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM • Tuesday, January 16th Goodman J.V.–5:30 PM Varsity–7 PM • Friday, January 19 Gibraltar J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM • Tuesday, January 23 Coleman Kali Photo/Steven J. Gandy J.V.–5:30 PM Varsity–7 PM The Oneida Thunderhawks came up just short in • Friday, January 26 Kali Photos/Steven J. Gandy the last period of Friday’s game at home against Milw. Destiny Top left: Noah Herron, Green Bay Packer running back, explains the football Laona. The boys lost a 75 - 71 heartbreaker in Varsity only – 7 PM drill that his group of Oneida youth will be performing during the recent foot- the last minute of the game. Above, Nick Cantu ball clinic at the Don Hudson Center in Ashwaubenon. Above: a youth returns goes for a lay-up against a Laona defender in Friday, February 2 a punt against one of the volunteers provided by the packer organization. the first half of the game. The T-hawks next Tigerton (Away) Green Bay Packer Colin Cole was also in attendance for the clinic which last- home game will be on Friday, January 5 against J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM ed about two hours. Sevastopol. Tuesday, February 6 Sevastopol (Away) J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM Thursday, February 8 St. Lawrence Seminary (Away) J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM • Friday, February 16 Lac Courte Oreilles Varsity only – 7:30 • Thursday, February 22 Menominee Indian J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM February 27 – March 19 Regional, Sectional and State Finals – TBA • Home 2007 Girls Basketball Schedule Friday, December 29-30 Gresham Tournament (Gresham) J.V.–TBA Varsity–TBA • Tuesday, January 2nd Laona J.V.–5:30 PM Varsity–7 PM • Thursday, January 11th Bowler J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM • Thursday, January 18th Gibralter J.V.–5 PM Varsity–6:30 PM • Friday, January 26th Milw. Destiny J.V.–N/A Varsity–5:30 PM • Tuesday, January 30th Tri-County J.V.–6 PM Varsity–7:30 PM • Friday, February 2nd Milw. Maasai Institute J.V.–N/A Varsity–6 PM • Friday, February 16th Lac Courte Oreilles J.V. - N/A Varsity–7 PM only – 7:30 February 22 – March 12 Regional, Sectional and State Finals – TBA • Home Have a great season 8B (T#klu) December 21, 2006 Kalihwisaks Oneida Nation Farms N6010 Country Road C Seymour, WI 54165 • 920-833-7952 [email protected]

We Sell Individual Cuts of Oneida Black Angus Beef. Natural Black Angus Meat Sales $2.25/lb. Hanging Weight Buffalo Meat Sales $3.50/lb. Hanging Weight No added hormones, steroids, antibotics and no added animal by-products to our natural feed.

SALES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

November & December Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

To Order Meat Call 920-833-7952

Directions to Apple Orchard: Directions to Oneida Nation Farms: Hwy 29 East to Cty U to Hwy 54, 1 mile east on Hwy 29 east to Hwy 55 south to Seymour at stop & go light Hwy 54, Located on Hwy. 54 take 54 East to Hwy Right 3 miles South 5 miles west of Hwy 41, 3976 W. Mason Street, Oneida, WI 54155

Variety of Apples still Available at the Store 920-869-2468 Individual cuts of Buffalo, Beef, Pork, Chicken & Seafood Available