Otoe-Missouria Tribe Touches

Supplement to Oklahoma Living ‘Way Of Life’ For Many People By Heather Payne, nity. There are 48 homes in the Otoe-Missouria Tribe village that provide comfortable Public Information Officer housing to tribal elders and low The Indian Electric Coop- IEC income families that would oth- erative provides electric to the erwise not have access to homes Otoe-Missouria Tribe, its busi- of this quality. All of these homes nesses and tribal housing. POWERED CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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indian electric cooperative, inc. 918-295-9500 www.iecok.com Feeling The Otoe-Missouria Tribal nies all take place at the com- Complex is located in the north- plex. central Oklahoma town of Red The annual campgrounds lo- Rock. It is located on Highway cated across Red Rock Creek 177 about 15 miles from Ponca serve as the location for the LUCKY? City and 30 miles from Stillwa- tribe’s annual Encampment. ter. It is a tribe of about 3,300 This four day cultural event is members most of whom live in the largest gathering of Otoe- Oklahoma. Missouria people and includes The month of March brings In rural Oklahoma social ser- dancing, food and fellowship. with it St. Patrick’s Day and vices can be hard to find. The IEC provides power to the the reminder that some lucky tribal complex and its 35 depart- campgrounds and the addi- person somewhere could find ments are an essential service tion of electricity transforms the a pot of gold at the end of the provider to those living in this gathering. Microphones amplify rainbow. area. Health, elder services, nu- the voices of both the MCs and Well, StoneWolf Casino ENERGY EFFICIENCY trition, child care and education the singers. Electric lights bright- manager Joe Hawkins doesn’t are some of the services offered ened up the darkest parts of the promise a pot of gold, but he TIP by the tribe to the general com- campgrounds increasing safety does confirm that the Pawnee OF THE MONTH munity. Without the tribe, many and making daily activities easi- County casino does seem to Consider purchasing recharge- people living in the Red Rock er. And because the dances take bring a lot of to a lot of area would simply be unable place in July, fans and air con- people. able batteries – and an to have access to these services ditioners make the camps cooler StoneWolf Casino, an IEC- ENERGY STAR charger for lowering their quality of life. for elders and the very young. powered enterprise, is located them – which are more cost The tribal complex is not only The tribe also has two hous- at the intersection of Highway effective than disposable bat- the location of all of the tribe’s ing units. Blue River Meadows 18 and U.S. 412 on the Cimar- social services, but it and the offers mid-income to own hous- teries. In the U.S. alone, more ron Turnpike and Hawkins said nearby campgrounds are the ing units that encourages tribal whether you’re traveling the- energy-efficient battery char- cultural heart of the Otoe-Mis- members to become home own- turnpike or live in the surround- gers could save families more souria people. Dances, , ers. The Otoe-Missouria Hous- ing area, StoneWolf Casino is a than $170 million annually. dinners, birthdays, memorials, ing Authority more colloquially sure bet for having a good time. sweat lodge ceremonies, prayer known as “The Village” is an It has more than 200 of the Source: energy.gov meetings and naming ceremo- elder and low income commu- CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “We change the games on a latest electronic games ready regular basis in order to change to play and deliver some nice the look of the floor and to give winnings. our customers new games to Between 100-200 people play,” he said. visit StoneWolf on an aver- StoneWolf employees more age day, with the night shift than 70 people (combined full drawing the biggest crowds. and part-time, tribe and non “Rarely do we have people -tribe members). Employees leaving without some type of are from “all over,” including winnings,” Hawkins said. “We Pawnee, Yale, Glencoe, Mor- do have ‘regulars’ who come rison, Mannford, Stillwater, etc. in and spend a lot of time here The casino’s customer base and the reason they do is be- is fairly wide, Hawkins point- cause they’re able to win. But, ed out. In addition to Pawnee you have to keep in mind that County, customers come from gaming and gaming machines other parts of the state as well are the same everywhere — as from surrounding states. Its some days are good and some location just off the turnpike days are bad.” also attracts travelers, Hawkins Hawkins knows the gaming said. also keeps gamblers returning well trained to meet the needs machines well as he started out In addition to the casino, to StoneWolf. “I really believe of our guests. working as a technician for the Hawkins highly recommends we outshine others with our The casino’s website pro- Pawnee Tribe, which operates the attached restaurant, Howl- customer service. We want ev- motes just what Hawkins ex- StoneWolf as well as the Trad- er’s Famous BBQ. eryone to feel welcome, com- plained, “You’ll be extremely ing Post Casino in Pawnee and Hawkins believes its ex- fortable and safe, so our staff is comfortable sitting in one of Teepee Casino in Yale. ceptional customer care that our plush chairs and cozy en- vironment while trying for that really big win. All you have to do is drop in and pick a seat in front of your favorite machine and enjoy the action. It’s really that simple. So make it a point to join us for all the fun and bring a few friends with you. All those spinning cherries will have you howling with glee in no time.” For more information, visit www.stonewolfcasino.com/ Otoe-Missouria Tribe Businesses Powered By IEC

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sino was the tribe’s first casino. businesses. of the tribe’s operations and are powered by IEC. It has slots, table games and a In particular, the tribe’s e- needs. E-commerce has been The Otoe-Missouria Tribe snack bar. In April, the tribe will commerce businesses are es- the key to the continued finan- also owns several businesses be opening the 7C Steakhouse sential to the economic inde- cial success of the tribe. including the five 7 Clans Ca- and a new event center which pendence of the tribe. The These businesses allow the sinos located in Kay and Noble will be attached to the current 7 remote location of the tribe’s tribe to maintain its economic County. Two of those casinos Clans Paradise Casino. headquarters makes business sovereignty, offer services to are located in Red Rock and In addition, IEC provides opportunities limited. The tribe the community, provide hous- are powered by IEC—7 Clans electricity to the tribe’s 7C does not benefit from a close ing and maintain its cultural Paradise Casino and 7 Clans Land & Cattle Company, PK location to a large city so gam- identity. Red Rock Casino. Propane, PK Septic, conve- ing possibilities do not provide For more information, go on- The 7 Clans Paradise Ca- nience store and e-commerce enough revenue to run all line to: www.omtribe.org.

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MARCH 2016 LAMP.indd 2 2/11/16 5:07 PM Students Share Experiences As IEC’s Touchstone Scholarship Recipients Oilton High School senior I would definitely recommend Courtney Smith and Paw- the leadership summit to any- nee High School senior Blake one who wants to better them- Womack joined students from selves as a person and leader.” across the state as the Indian Courtney is the daughter Electric Cooperative (IEC) of Gail and Vernon Smith of representatives for this year’s Jennings. Blake is the son of Touchstone Energy Leader- Stacy and Jimmy Womack of ship Summit. The February 6 Pawnee. Both students were summit in Oklahoma City, or- selected for this scholarship ganized by Touchstone Energy award and leadership summit Cooperatives, including IEC, following their participation in taught the core components the annual Indian Electric Co- of leadership. The summit was operative Youth Tour contest led by leadership training pro- that took place during their fessional, Rhett Laubach of high school junior year. Each YourNextSpeaker, LLC. summit participant received Laubach’s leadership ex- a $250 college scholarship. periences through unique cir- All summit participants were cumstances, add a multitude of Blake Womack Courtney Smith entered into a drawing for a profound and powerful leader- in our lives for the future. We venture: “There were many chance to win an additional ship lessons that few presenters learned that by being more great things that happened $1,000 scholarship during the have the opportunity to share. knowledgeable about our at the Touchstone Energy OKC Blue Basketball game Participants worked in small time-management it can help Leadership Summit. It was that evening (and Blake was groups throughout the fast us stay focused. If we want to an amazing experience that the lucky winner). paced one-day summit. be leaders, we have to be or- helped me better my skills as IEC congratulates Courtney Courtney said of her expe- ganized with our schedules not only a leader, but individ- and Blake wishing every suc- rience: “This past Saturday I and making sure not to pro- ual as well. I met several kids cess in their leadership roles. had the privilege to attend the crastinate. We also learned that that I hit it off with and made High school juniors motivat- 2016 Youth Leadership Sum- if we are going to be leaders, some good friends. All three of ed to earn IEC college scholar- mit with thirty other students we need to leave a good leg- the speakers were also incred- ship consideration must qualify that were invited by their local acy that people will remember ible, each one had different tips in the IEC Youth Tour essay cooperative. It was a full day us by. I want to thank Indian in making the most of life that and speech contest during conference that consisted of Electric Cooperative for allow- will come in very handy. Not their junior year. Information three main speakers who were ing me to attend this confer- to mention I got a $250 schol- regarding Youth Tour is avail- previous State FFA officers. ence. The skills that I learned arship, and was lucky enough able online at www.iecok.com The conference was about get- will be very beneficial for me in to be the one that got the ex- or by contacting Clara Eulert, ting leaders into gear and hav- the future.” tra $1000 scholarship that was Youth Tour program coordina- ing skills to make a difference Blake shared his summit ad- awarded to only one person. tor. Otoe-Missouria Tribe Businesses Powered By IEC Six Connected To ‘Luck’ People across the globe will don sport an iron token around all day. cal clover by accident. from the Indians of North America, green and raise a glass in celebra- So, why not opt for the easier, not-so- 3. Lucky Rabbit Foot according to the book “Extraordinary tion of St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 hefty route by hanging a horseshoe In some cultures it is believed that Origins of Everyday Things,” which -- an international holiday that honors in your house? Some believe the carrying around the foot of a rabbit stated that children would touch a the life of St. Patrick, the patron saint ends should point up so that good will bring good luck. Although there tree to signify safety during a game of Ireland. Take ‘em or leave ‘em, but luck can collect in the storage-like are variations of this of tag. here are six things some claim will container. Meanwhile others prefer (how/when/where the animal was 6. Spilling ward off evil and have a luck-of-the- the horseshoe to face down, pouring caught) it all boils down to turning a While spilling salt is seen as an Irish kind of day! good luck onto those who pass it. rabbit foot into an . evil , throwing the cooking 1. Hang A Horseshoe 2. Pick a Four Leaf Clover 4. Knock on Wood spice over ones left shoulder is used It has been said that when kept The uncommon plant, which typi- To avoid tempting fate after an un- to protect from wickedness creeping as a , a horseshoe will bring cally has three leaves, is said to bring favorable comment, the best thing to behind them, according to the book good fortune to those who wear it. good luck to those who find it – espe- do is to quickly knock on wood for “Olde Worlde Magic – Superstitions However, it must be pretty heavy to cially if they stumble upon the magi- protection. The belief was originated and Lore…”

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