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“Voice of the Unconquered” 50¢ www.seminoletribe.com Volume XXII • Number 12 September 7, 2001 Tribal Ambassador Receives Doctorate

Back (L-R): Mrs. Joann Henry, Joe Dan, Jo-lin. Front (L-R): Courtney and Joseph Osceola.

Submitted by Joe Dan Osceola Represented all Native GEORGETOWN, KY— On Americans in health care programs. May 12, Georgetown College conferred Served on the Florida Governor’s an honorary doctorate degree upon Council on Indian Affairs under three Seminole Tribal Ambassador, Joe Dan governors. Osceola. Named one of the top 10 young A 1961 graduate of Georgetown Americans by the Junior Chamber of College, Osceola was the first Tribal citi- Commerce. zen to earn a college degree. Since then, In 1998, chosen to represent the he has been instrumental in advancing the Seminole Tribe as Ambassador to the causes of all Native Americans, including world. economics, education, and health care. A letterman in track and cross- Osceola’s accomplishments country at Georgetown College. include: Presently, Osceola owns and Elected President of the operates several businesses, including a Seminole Tribe at age 30, the youngest to construction company. hold the office in any Indian Tribe in Joe Dan is husband to Virginia North America. Osceola and father of Amos Billie, Brian Founder of the United South and Osceola, Gem Osceola, Wade Osceola, Eastern Tribes (USET), a coalition of the Jo-lin Osceola, Mercedes Osceola, Tasha Seminole, Miccosukee, Cherokee, and Osceola, Joseph Osceola, Jo Jo Osceola, Choctaw Tribes. and Courtney Osceola. A Seminole Legend

Betty Mae Jumper And Patsy West Robert Kippenberger Collaborate For New Book With A Seminole Legend, Betty Seminole Tribe of Florida-a political Mae Jumper joins the ranks of Native activist, former nurse, and alligator Ameri can women who are coming for- wrestler, who today has her own web site. ward to tell their life Jumper is also experiences. This a beloved storyteller, collabora tion renowned for passing between Jumper and along Tribal leg ends. In Patsy West, an eth- this book, she describes nohistorian who con- her family’s early con- tributes general version to Christianity Tribal history, is a and discusses such top- rare and authentic ics as miscegena tion, account of a pioneer- war and atrocities, the 2001 Seminole Princess Pageant ing Florida Seminole impact of encroaching family. It will take settlement on traditional She’s unique; she’s special in a very natural way. Mercedes Osceola, 17, of the Hollywood reserva- its place in Seminole peoples, and the devel- Blended with a culture of a different time and day… tion and a member of the Bird Clan, won the Miss Seminole literature, historical opment of the And among her people with head held high, Princess 2001 title. Mercedes is the eldest daughter of the and anthropological Dania/Hollywood she is neither boastful or loud. Seminole Tribe’s Ambassador, Joe Dan Osceola, and wife, studies, Florida his- Reservation. She One can see she is Seminole, beautiful… and proud Virginia Osceola. Mercedes held the 1999 – 2000 Jr. Miss tory, women’s histo- became the first formal- — Moses Jumper, Jr. Seminole title before turning it over to her sister, Jo Jo, at ry, and Native ly educated Florida last year’s ceremony. American studies. Seminole, attending a By Janice Billie Mercedes is an experienced contestant who displays Betty Mae govern ment boarding HOLLYWOOD — Forty-four years after the first her natural beauty with charm and dignity. She will be a sen- Tiger, born in 1923 school in Cherokee, Seminole Princess was crowned to represent the Seminole ior at Sheridan Hills Christian School this fall. She enjoys to a Seminole Indian North Carolina, where, Tribe of Florida, the tradition continues. The 2001 Miss playing basketball and runs cross country track. She is the mother and a French at age 14, she learned to Florida Seminole Princess Pageant was held at the Seminole vice president of the National Honor Society and will soon trapper father, was a speak English. Tribal Office Auditorium on the evening of Aug. 18. The be featured in the “Who’s Who In American High Schools.” fair-skinned half- Betty Mae production was an elegant display of dedication and hard In the talent portion of the presentation, Mercedes breed who was nearly put to death at age Tiger Jumper, Director of the Communi - work put forth by the 2001 Seminole Princess contestants gave a talk on the role of Seminole women in the Tribe. five by Tribal medicine men. Her inspir- cations Department of the Seminole Tribe and the Princess Committee. Using visual aids, she eloquently discussed the revered place ing autobiography is the story of one of of Florida and co-author of Legends of the Desiree Jumper and Jo Jo Osceola, the outgoing of women in the matriarchal society of the Seminole Tribe. the most decorated citizens of the Seminole Princess and Jr. Miss Seminole Princess, said their Mercedes also won the Miss Congeniality award. See LEGEND, page 2 farewells and participated in the crowning of the new The winner of the Jr. Miss Seminole 2001 title was Princesses for 2001 – 2002. After three days of interviews, June Jumper, 16, a member of the Wind Clan and Big dinners, interaction with the judges, not to mention the Cypress resident. June is the daughter of Louise and Henry months of preparations, two new Princesses will begin their Jumper. Possessing a winsome personality and an engaging Seminole Hard Rock Café Hotel reign. See PRINCESS, page 16 And Casino Forum

By Alexandra Frank announcements before showing a 13- Big Cypress Graduating Seniors HOLLYWOOD – On August minute film that highlighted the two 15, Tribal members gathered at the Seminole Hard Rock Café Hotel and Seminole Tribe’s auditorium lobby to dis- Casino projects, the Hollywood Awarded With Five Days In Paradise cuss the Seminole Hard Rock Café Hotel Reservation and the Tampa Reservation, and Casino project. At the forum, Tribal which are slated as the project sites for members were able to ask questions after the future venture. By Cherelee Hall the presentation of the plans for the future The film showed the design and BIG CYPRESS — Patrick McElroy, of the hotel and casino. a layout plan for the two sites and a virtu- Big Cypress Education Department, worked hard to Max Osceola Jr., Hollywood al reality tour was also a part of the pres- ensure that the 2001 high school seniors got a chance Council Representative, presided over the entation. The virtual reality tour showed to experience “relaxation.” 15 graduates took a flight event, which featured dinner before the what the casino and bingo areas would to Nassau, Bahamas, where they spent five nights forum and a surprise birthday cake for the look like once they are completed. Also and four days at the luxurious hotel Atlantis, on councilman. Paradise Island. Mr. Osceola made a few Departing the U.S. on August 5 and return- See HARD ROCK, page 3 ing on August 9, high school graduates Austin Billie, Paul Bowers, Amy Coppedge, Lydia Cypress, Amy Garza, Cherelee Hall, Tommie Hawk, Desiree Jumper, Happy Jumper, Lindsey King, Justin Osceola, Anthony Pochecko, Onesimus Stockton, Inside This Issue . . . and Cody Wilcox enjoyed nights on the town: mak- ing appearances at dance clubs, playing the slot Letters ...... 2 Rodeo...... 10 machines, and just sitting around catching up with Brighton News...... 6 Health Corner...... 11 old friends. On the last night of the trip, the graduates Big Cypress News...... 7 Casino News ...... 13 and chaperones attended a formal sit down dinner Cartoon ...... 8 Announcements...... 14 with the Acting Chairman, Mitchell Cypress and Secretary, Sally Tommie. Sports ...... 9 Job Postings...... 15 Immokalee, Ft. Pierce, Big Cypress and Hollywood graduating high See PARADISE, page 6 school seniors. The Seminole Tribune 2 September 7, 2001 #195 Letters & E-mail By Patsy West 6300 Stirling Rd. Hollywood. FL 33024 [email protected] Dear Mr. Tommie: businesses will follow your example and (owner of Tomahawk Fiberglass) begin to employ some of our Tribal On behalf of the Seminole Tribe youth! and the Employment Assistance and We wish you much success with Training program, I thank you for provid- your business so that you may be able to ing positions for our Ft. Pierce youth this employ more youth. As Tribal facilities summer. In time past it has been difficult come on board in Ft. Pierce, more youth to provide work for our youth in Ft. will be employed; until then, thank you Pierce because of the lack of Tribal facili- so much for being of assistance to our ties in the area and distances involved in program and our youth in your area. going to the Brighton, or other communi- Thank you for employing Shamy ties to work. Tommie, Jr., and Karissa Tommie. As you may know, youth can Sincerely, now work during the school year; perhaps Moses Osceola some will remain on with your business Director during the year. We hope that other local

A large contingency of Seminoles on a trip to the Miami trading posts under Billy Buck (center) break camp at the home of Capt. Charles A. Mann on North River Drive ca. 1908. The Mann’s were close to the Seminoles and offered their property as a camping area for many years. Billy Buck standing in center. Seminole/Miccosukee Photographic Archive Seminoles on the Miami River he Miami River Tis a 5.5 mile long tributary. It is one of the best kept secrets in Miami, as it is sel- dom seen by people passing through Belinda Fernandez and Bret Freeman enjoying cards. (over) the city on expressways. True of all rivers, the Miami River played a major Birthday Wishes For role in the history of man in southeast Florida. Rivers were Three Tribal Employees the major canoe arteries for Paleo By Alexandra Frank Indians, the Tequesta, On Wednesday August 22, 2001 three Tribal employees of the Human and later the Resources Department were Mikasuki Seminole, given a “birthday” luncheon i:laponathli:. When by their coworkers and the United States friends. Bret Freeman, attempted to remove Belinda Fernandez, and the Seminole during Anthony Frank enjoyed their the Second and Third Seminole Wars The sightseeing boat Seminole Queen went up the Miami River on daily excursions to visit Musa birthday meal at Chili’s Isle Indian Village at 27th Avenue. March 12, 1942. Seminole/Miccosukee Photographic Archive Restaurant. (1835-1842, 1855- All share their birthday’s 1858), these rivers in August and their birth became strategic locations for the build- the millinery market; and alligator hides Garden (Pirate’s Cove, Tropical dates are pretty close, Bret ing of forts to house soldiers and sup- for the international leather market. Paradise), and Osceola’s Indian Village and Belinda share the same plies: Fort Lauderdale, Fort Dallas. It Early settlers capitalized on on the Miami drainage canal (an exten- date of August 30, while was from these riverfront forts that mili- Indian trade which was one of the first sion of the river), sustained the Anthony’s birthday is August tary expeditions set out in pursuit of the industries of the tiny river settlements. Seminoles following the demise of 25. Congratulations on your Seminoles, navigating to the rivers’ The Miami River supported the latter plume trade, the drainage of the eastern birthdays and we hope you headwaters and penetrating into the 19th century trading posts such as J. W. Everglades, and the decline of the hide had fun and enjoyed your Everglades interior in hopes of locating Ewan’s at the old Ft. Dallas barracks, a market. The Seminoles learned to capi- Anthony and Valerie G. Frank special day! the Seminole settlements. (as yet unidentified) trading post upriv- talize on tourism at these attractions In the peaceful post war years, er, and the well known Brickell Trading which operated until the latter 1960’s. the unconquered Seminoles, though Post at the river’s mouth on Biscayne In the 1970’s the Miccosukee reduced in numbers following their fam- Bay. In the 20th century there was Tribe of Indians of Florida opened their ilies’ capture and exportation to Indian Girtman’s Trading Post on 1st Street in first embassy on the Miami River. Tribe Celebrates Forty-Four Territory in the west, became an integral downtown Miami, while upriver the Today, the Trust for Public part of south Florida’s settlement histo- Musa Isle Trading Post (in conjunction Lands is creating the Miami River Years As Formal Organization ry. They resumed their trade in the buck- with the popular tourist attraction) was Greenway and Riverwalk which will skin market, adding to it the furs of one of the last posts in existence. meander up the Miami River from the other Everglades mammals: otter, rac- The river tourist attractions of Alligator downtown area. They have recently coon, wildcat, panther; bird plumage for Joe’s, Musa Isle, Coppinger’s Tropical received a 2.5 million dollar grant to pursue the planning and design of this project. The historic black and Latin neighborhoods of Overtown and East Little Havana provide an important component to aid in this new slant on urban redevelopment. The unique history of the Miami River, which will include the impact of the Seminoles and Miccosukees on Miami’s river time history, will be incorporated into the educa- tional component of this proj- ect.

NOTE: The Trust for Public Lands played a signifi- cant role in the preservation of the significant Seminole sites in Broward County, Pine Island Original Constitutional Committee and Snake Warriors Island in the latter 1980’s and 1990’s. By Virginia Mitchell today - able to enjoy our lives and reap HOLLYWOOD — Without the benefits we have worked so hard to much hoopla, August 21st marked forty- earn. However, it seems that our peace A large Seminole canoe on the Miami River ca. 1904. four years since the formal organization and happiness has been marred by Postcard from the Seminole/Miccosukee Photographic Archive of the Seminole Tribe of Florida in 1957. upheaval and turmoil among us – which Even though this year does not commem- should not be happening. We are one orate a 25th (silver) or 50th (golden) people and we should not allow outsiders anniversary of the passing of the Tribal to divide us. A famous quote, which goes Constitution, it is still a day to reflect on something like, “A house divided will the great accomplishments of our people fall” - needs to be given much thought Seminole and to remember those who were the orig- and acted upon. As long as we stand unit- inal members of the Constitution ed as one people – we cannot fail or fall. Committee: Bill Osceola, Jimmie I wonder just how those who have passed Joe Don Billie Tribune O’Toole Osceola, John Henry Gopher, on would feel – and those still among us Frank Billie, Jackie Willie, Mike Osceola are feeling now - after how they perse- Ready for Director: Dr. Betty Mae Jumper and Billy Osceola. These were the men vered to achieve higher standards for all who worked tirelessly to achieve federal of us to enjoy a better life - only to be Editor: Virginia Mitchell recognition for the Seminole Tribe. facing evil forces that threaten to destroy Visitors Designers: Melissa Sherman, Stephen Galla Along with these gentlemen were Laura that which is so precious to all of us. Reporters: Libby Blake, Alexandra Frank Mae Osceola and Betty Mae Jumper, who This should not be about money Joe Don Billie of the Big Archivist: Ernie Tiger assisted the committee by acting as inter- – but rather about our ability to remain Cypress Reservation recently survived Contributors: Tommy Benn, Janice Billie, preters during trips to Washington D.C. true to our beliefs, our culture and our a terrible accident involving his motor- E. Bowers, Candy Cypress, cycle. Mr. Billie, who had been at Lucy Evanicki, Michael James, Betty Mae remains the only woman chair- people. We – as a Tribe – can accomplish Bob Kippenberger (Photos), man of the Seminole Tribe and the first anything – as long as we do not allow Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood for a couple of months, is Mark Madrid, Nery Mejicano, Don Osceola, woman chairman of any Indian tribe. anyone to conquer and divide us. We Robin Osceola, Sandi M. Osceola, Through the accomplishments of must remain the “unconquered” now at an assisted living facility in Hollywood. Gary Padgett, Barbara Secody, these early pioneers back in the 1950s, Seminoles – even among ourselves. Benny Secody, Brian Vavra, we, the people of the Seminole Tribe, are Mr. Billie has some move- ment in his arms and is currently Patsy West, Dr. Patricia R. Wickman awaiting a wheel chair to help him get around. Mr. Billie is feeling great and would appreciate visitors where he cur- rently resides. The Seminole Tribune If you would like to pay Joe is a member of the Native American Don a visit you can do so at Vencor Journalists Association, the Florida Hospital, 1859 Van Buren Street, Press Club and the Associated Press. Hollywood, FL 33020. Visiting hours Letters/e-mails to the Editor must be are from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. or call him signed and may be edited for publica- at (954) 922-9000, room 306. Letters tion. Subscription rate is $25 per year by would be greatly appreciated as well as mail. Make checks payable to The talking books on cassette he likes sci- Seminole Tribune, 6300 Stirling Rd., fi. This will help in occupying his time. Hollywood, FL 33024. Phone: (954) 967-3416. Fax: (954) 967-3482. Or sub- Joe Don Billie scribe on the Internet at www.semino- letribe.com © Seminole Tribe of Florida First Tribal Officials after organization. The Seminole Tribune 3 September 7, 2001

have the ambience of the past intertwined with 21st The Cordish group have a faithful following it has obtained from this venture within the next Century styling. Sliding glass doors will lead out to a with companies who have been involved with them seven years in order to make their decision. Hard Rock terrace overlooking the pool area that features its own and the many projects they have created. These com- Mr. Osceola also pointed out that 17 percent Continued from page 1 restaurant and bar. There will also be cabanas with panies follow the Cordish group into whatever project had been set for the adjusted gross. Adjusted gross is TV’s and butler service available. they are currently promoting. all the income set up with two deductions allowed. featured were locations of the hotel rooms, pool area, A food court, sports bar, spa, and a Hard Mr. Osceola also spoke of a company who The two deductions allowed were 1). Prize money. and entertainment area. Rock Café and a Hard Rock Club with an adventur- wants to manage the food court and, as a good will An example he used was that if we had gross sales of The film also discussed the three separate ous menu will be available. There will also be a stage gesture, they want to pay the Tribe a $1 million just $300 million and prize money is $200 million, we companies involved with development, architecture, at the Hard Rock Club featuring live acts on a nightly to sign a contract. What this company is proposing to only make $100 million. and construction of the two projects. The Cordish basis. do is to come in and run the food court. They have So adjusted gross would include the prize Company is the group responsible for the develop- The casino will offer 1,500 Class II pull tab stated that they can guarantee the Tribe $1.8 million a money going out and the interest on the bond only. ment phase of the project. machine, 50 poker tables, a full service bar, and a year, or eight percent of gross sales from the food The initial percentage had been set but now it has Their most successful ventures are the retail Tower of Power. There will also be an 800-seat bingo court. been re-negotiated. The percentage is at 30 percent of and entertainment district in Atlantic City, NJ. and the area and a lightning bingo area. So instead of the Tribe putting out over a the net, so that now the net includes not just prize 500 room Charleston Hotel and entertainment center These facilities are meant to tap into the half million dollars a year to operate the food court, money or interest money as before. in Charleston, SC. They have won high praises from gaming industry as well as the tourist season. Both the Tribe can receive $1.8 million or eight percent of It will now include principal payments the the media, the entertainment industry and civic lead- sources are expected to greatly expand the annual the gross sales, whichever is the highest – by turning Tribe will be making on the bonds, as well as wages, ers. income of the Seminole Tribe, as pointed out by the management over to this group. This means extra furnishings, repairs on doors, lighting, etc. Before, Klai-Juba are the architects and designers of narrator of the 13-minute film. income for the hotel and, in turn, for the Tribe. these things were not deductible; the wages were not the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino project. The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino The Legal Department has reviewed the con- going to be deducted along with the principal pay- This group specializes in creating high profile gaming is billed as the most exciting economic development tract for the Hard Rock project; and hired a firm to ment. This averaged out to $40 million a year and resorts. Many hotels and casinos in Las Vegas are a project in Florida’s history. The facilities are set to overlook the contract. The firm’s job is to give an now this can be viewed as income to the Tribe. testimony to their work and ability to create a memo- open in spring 2003. Construction is slated to begin unbiased opinion of the business proposals. There are two sides: one for of the casinos, rable facility that will bring tourists back again and in November 2001 if Tribal members give the project Mr. Osceola pointed out that on previous the other is the retail and hotel, all of which are going again. their stamp of approval. terms the firm projected on the low side or conserva- to be 70 percent for the Tribe and 30 percent for the The Perini Suite Corporation, which will Mr. Osceola opened the forum with the tive side, which is what they point out. That is there Cordish group. That percentage is based upon the net construct the facilities, also brings the knowledge of question “Hard Rock, why is the Seminole Tribe is a high and a low side, and being conservative they income. They have had so much success with retail- creating gaming hotels. They have hotels and casinos going into it?” He followed with a brief history are going to give us the low figure. When we look at ers it was agreed to allow them to run the retail area in Las Vegas and Reno, NV. They are currently work- detailing the first venture the Tribe started in respect it in those terms we will make a descent income. for 25 years. ing with the Mohegan Tribe on a resort that will be a to gaming. In 1978 the Tribe’s first gaming facility, An example he gave was that if the Tribe Why 25 years? The Cordish group has had a hotel/casino. which was considered a big risk at the time, cost hears that we will make $100 million more a year and lot of success, this is a headache the Tribe does not The Hollywood and Tampa facilities are about $30,000 to $40,000 to build. This want to have, and the Tribe will still being built to the travel industry’s highest standards. was considered a lot of money for the receive 70% of the net income. This also They are considered four-star, four-diamond resorts in Tribe to risk. gives some time for the children and the field of gaming resorts. It was the first of its kind in adults who want to get into hotel/motel The Hollywood hotel/casino has a 450-room Indian Country. This investment led the management or run their own business in tower and a self-contained pleasure island able to sat- way for other tribes to venture into the a similar field. It gives our Tribal mem- isfy the whims of its guests. At the center of the gaming industry. bers the time they will need to learn and hotel/casino is an entertainment hub, which will fea- As the facility began to bring in obtain academic and formal training, so ture the “Tower of Power”: a structure that will fea- more income, the Tribe began paving the the fields they want to enter will be avail- ture big screen televisions broadcasting music videos way for more space for parking and added able to them when they’re ready. and live sports action. the casino area to the bingo hall. Despite Mr. Osceola mentioned that current- The casino floor, with a state of the art Class the continued construction and improve- ly we have Tribal members managing four II gaming area, will surround the entertainment area. ments to the area it is now filled to capaci- casinos and one member who is currently There will be 2,000 pull tab machines and 65 poker ty. training at the Tampa Casino. There are tables in the casino area. The bingo hall will have a Instead of re-doing the current Tribal members who are General seating capacity of 1,000 and there will be another bingo hall/casino; the Tribal leaders want Managers and their job is to run the gam- area for “lighting bingo”. to create a new facility that will reflect the ing facility for the Tribe. There will be a 24-hour diner, a gourmet Tribe’s prosperity. These were the new negotiated dining area, and a food court offering fast food Mr. Osceola stated that the Tribe terms and the new negotiated concept. At favorites such as pizza, deli sandwiches, and Asian is not tapping into all of its resources. In this point Mr. Osceola opened the floor to cuisine. other words, the Tribe’s scope, in regards any questions Tribal members may have The Hard Rock Café will feature a 50-foot to the population of the area surrounding Artist rendering of the proposed Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. about the project. video wall at the sports bar. The lobby area will have the reservation is small. The hotel/casino There were some questions that a café bar available for continental breakfast or after- will be able to attract tourists within a needed clarification on topics Mr. Osceola noon snacks. range of 50 miles and more. instead we make only $80 million the people will ask had discussed and he addressed some of the concerns The hotel/casino will offer facilities for Mr. Osceola also explained how the Tribe where is the extra $20 million? about the project. meetings that can be catered, and a ballroom able to will “borrow” the money needed to make the vision But if the Tribal members are told the low Set up throughout the auditorium were sam- seat 1,000 will also be made available for confer- come true. This will be done with bonds. The side projection (this number will come from the ples of fabrics that would be used for curtains, bed ences, weddings, etc. Seminole Tribe will be issued bonds for people to firm), that we will get $40 million and instead we sheets, carpet samples, tile samples. There were There will be an indoor spa and a 3-½ acre buy (like an investment in Life Insurance). The com- earn $80 million, people will be happy with this extra drawings showing what various rooms, such as suites, tropically landscaped ground with a pool, lazy river, pany they are using is Merrill Lynch; the tribe will income. would look when completed. Also available were the personal cabanas, and convenient room and bar serv- draw on the interest from the bonds, which will return So, conservatively, the figures we are look- renderings of the completed buildings and the sur- ice. as money to the Tribe, so that the Tribe can use the ing at when we open these facilities is that the Tribe rounding grounds. There will also be a unique retail and enter- money to build the facilities. will be making an extra $40 million a year. This will The Hollywood Reservation was the first tainment center built around a ten-acre lake. This area How will these bonds be paid back? He be a net profit for the Tribe; this is based on previous reservation to see the plans for the Seminole Hard will have specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants, explained that the income generated from the gaming terms that were already negotiated. Rock Hotel and Casino. Other reservations will nightclubs, and daily live entertainment. The facilities and the hotel would be able to accomplish After the Legal Department reviewed the receive a similar presentation during the next couple hotel/casino is billed as being the only resort of its this. Also, income gathered from the retail area will business proposals: and after the Council met and of weeks and the project will get thumbs up or kind in Florida. be taken in as well. negotiated on these new terms for the Tribe. It was thumbs down. Tampa will be a 250-room facility; and have The income from the hotel and the income suggested at first for the loan to be paid off in 15 Because of the magnitude of such a venture distinctively designed hotel rooms that will surpass from the retail area will be able to pay the note back. years, but after these new negotiations, it was re- it is exceptional what the Tribal leaders are doing in four-star specifications. The rooms will feature dual The income alone will be able to pay off the retail negotiated down to 10 years. respect to informing the Tribal members of this proj- bath sinks, panoramic screen TV’s, mini bars, cable, aspect, which was introduced by the Cordish group, There is an option for the Tribe to buy out of ect. This current project can only help the Tribe to and Internet access. they have a history of creating these types of ven- the contract after seven years. It will be up to the succeed in becoming a more self-sufficient Tribe Tampa’s hotel/casino will have a variety of tures. Tribe’s discretion to look at any economic values that within the United States. nightclubs and restaurants. The Millenium Diner will Buckle Up Florida “Dream Team” Dance Baby Shower Held for Nguyen Family Currently, Florida has a 69.5 Dance classes will resume during the week percent safety belt usage rate. This of Sept. 10. Miss Patty is looking forward to a new By Alexandra Frank with gifts, showed the Nguyen family means that about one-third of program and working with everyone again. Hope HOLLYWOOD — On how eagerly the arrival of their future Floridians are putting themselves at your summer was great! August 28, a “Baby Shower” was given baby was anticipated by the Tribe’s needless risk for death or injury in Classes for after school will include ages 5- for Lien Nguyen, an employee of the employee family. a traffic crash. During the week of 12. There will also be adult and Senior Citizen dance Accounting Department for 3 years. Lien was over whelmed with Labor Day, law enforcement including dance-exercise, yoga stretch, line dance, Her husband, Tham, had worked with joy at the many thoughtful and useful officers across Florida praise dance, as well as acrobatics. the Tribe in the Education Department gifts given to her future son. Time will have zero toler- Schedules and more information may be as well. and again, the sound of ooh’s and ance for those who obtained at the gym, library, and culture center or by The party was thought up by ahh’s filled the air as clothes and a don’t buckle up and calling (954) 849-6071. her friends and co-workers in the beautiful quilt created by Maureen don’t buckle up their accounting department and mentioned were shown to the party patrons. kids. to Maureen Vass of the Public Relations Maureen shared a poem she Florida’s safe- Department. Maureen took over as had written that conveyed the senti- ty belt and child safety party coordinator, and with help from ments felt by everyone for the cou- seat laws can be found Looking for Classmates assistant Jennifer Keefe and daughter Alexandra Frank ple. at www.leg.state.fl.us, Amanda Jaffe, the second floor lounge Tham shared a few words of statutes 316.613 and My name is Jenice McCoy Tilley. I attended Sequoyah High School in Tahlequah, OK with many became party central. thanks to those who shared in the 316.614. At approximately 5:00 p.m., Tham, Thilam (with head special occasion. He joked that it was students from Florida. I am trying to locate them. down), Lien and baby. Jonah Cypress and his wife Sandra Masters Cypress, co-workers and friends came in and probably a sign that Lien may want Solomon Cypress, David Cypress, James Gopher, placed gifts on a designated table. A another child, much to her surprise, Swinging for Kids Danny Jumper, James Billie, Henry Bert, Charles chair was specially decorated with balloons for Lien but it got a laugh out of everyone in the room. Hiers, Norman Johns, Leroy Billie, Ralph Billie, so that she was the center of attention. Congratulations to the Nguyen family and The Exchange Clubs of Boca Raton, Lien, Tham, and their son, Thilam, were the we wish you all the best on the newest addition to Pompano Beach, Boynton/Delray, Lake Worth, Agnes Billie, Wayne Billie, Shirley Clay and Laura Clay. first to partake of a light dinner, provided by the your family! Wellington, and Northern Palm Beach are sponsoring Public Relations Department. But the most anticipat- Lien would like to thank all of those who a golf tournament on September 30, 2001 at 11:30 I graduated in 1972 and next year “2002” will be our 30th Reunion. I am trying to locate as ed part of dinner was a baby bear cake, made of attended the baby shower and brought gifts. She a.m. The tournament will be held at the beautiful chocolate and vanilla. would also like to thank the P.R. staff for decorating Mizner Trail Golf Club, lunch begins at 11:30 a.m., many students as possible, it doesn’t matter if they graduated with me or not. I had many friends from After everyone had their fill of goodies, it the lounge and suppling the food, drinks and cake for shotgun start at 1 p.m. was time for the giving of gifts. The table, loaded the party. Proceeds will benefit child abuse prevention Florida, and we all had a special relationship with programs in Palm Beach and Broward counties. each other. To register call Keith Grant at 561-395- Email me at, [email protected], call me 3315. Reserve your space now for this worthy cause; at 918-267-3563 or you can always drop me a few space is limited to 120 players! Prizes awarded and lines and mail me a letter. 10930 N. 245 St., Beggs, free giveaways. OK 74421. Volunteer Opportunities: Fort Sill Indian School Alumni The Children Need You! Association Reunion 2001 Adult volunteers are needed in Broward County’s Elementary Schools. Fort Sill Indian School Alumni Association The Listen To Children Program, a one-on- prepares for 2001 Reunion. Dates have been set for one mentoring program sponsored by the Mental Sept. 28 and 29, 2001. On Friday, Sept. 28th, a Health Association of Broward County, seeks dedi- reception is planned at the F.S.I.S. Campus. cated, caring adults to volunteer. On Saturday, the Reunion will continue at Volunteers will receive specialized training the Comanche Nation Fair. This year’s planners have at the MHA office, located at 7145 W. Oakland Pk. decided to have the reunion during the Comanche Blvd. (Oakwood Plaza) in Lauderhill, FL and other Nation Fair to give alumni a variety of things to do. locations throughout the county. The last reunion lasted three days and September program training dates and times included a pow-wow. A special invitation is extended are Monday, Sept. 10 and Wednesday, Sept. 12 - both to all former students and former staff. days from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information you may contact: For additional information about volunteer- Richard Bread at (405) 643-2770, Lorene Kerchee at ing and to register for training, please call the Mental (580) 492-5492, Phyllis Hunter at (405) 247-6673, Health Association of Broward County at (954) 746- ext. 258, or e-mail to: [email protected]. 2055 and ask for Elly Ort. Have You Hugged Your Grandparents Today? In 1978, Congress proclaimed the first Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparents’ Day. This year the holiday will be celebrated on Sept. 9th. Grandparents’ Day was instituted to honor grandparents, to give grandparents an opportunity to show love for their grandchildren, and to help children become aware of the strength, information, and guidance older people can offer. Grandparents’ Day is a great excuse to dote on your grandma and grandpa in exactly the same fashion that they have spoiled you. Make plans to spend the day with your grandparents and share as much as you can handle. Without our grandparents, where would we all be? Let them know how much their very existence has meant in your life. The Seminole Tribune 4 September 7, 2001 2002 Tribal Fair Poster Contest Profile: Spending Time with Mary Tiger Poster Contestant Groups: Media: Collage, Poem with By Alexandra Frank sisters were not to happy with her so they children. Mary also pointed out that the Group One: Kindergarten, artwork, Painting, Pen and Ink HOLLYWOOD — On a hot, began showing her how to make clothes children of those in their twenties and First Grade Sketches, WaterColors, Mixed Media. humid August morning I sat in the home correctly. Her first outfit was simple, it thirties are losing even more of what their Group Two: Second Grade, Judging: Visual Affect, of Dorothy Tommie, intent on doing an had no designs but rather strips of cloth parents do not know. She feels the Tribe Third Grade, and Fourth Grade Creativity, Layout/Organization and interview with her mother, Mary Tiger. As instead. Later, she would experiment with should promote a language class for all Group Three: Fifth Grade, Copying/Reproduction will not be I set up the tape recorder and camera I learning how to make designs that were ages and that the language will be lost if Sixth Grade, and Seventh Grade judged. thought about how Mary used to sell simple the first time around. She drastic steps are not taken. Group Four: Eight Grade, Awards: 1. First Place will candy and soda from her home. The reser- improved by making progressively harder Mary spoke of a situation she Ninth Grade, Tenth Grade receive $100.00, 2. Second Place - vation children started to call her the designs until she began creating beautiful would like to relate to today’s youth. Group Five: Eleventh Grade, $75.00, 3. Third Place - $50.00, 4. “candy lady” but were reprimanded outfits. Mary spoke of survival during a hurricane Twelfth Grade Honorable Mention - $20.00 plus because it was considered disrespectful to I asked Mary about Tribal events when her family still lived in the medallion, 5. Honorable Mention - call her anything else but her given name. she went had attended and she said the Everglades. Her family was attending a Entries due: At Parent $20.00 plus medallion, 6. All non-cash The children were told to call her “Field Day” event held in Brighton was ceremony held during the winter season. Advisory Committee designated loca- awarded participants - ribbon “For either Mary Tiger or “Grandmother the first one. They had a clothing contest The “Snake Dance” is like the “Green tion on or before December 27, 2001. Participation” Mary.” Mary lives in a house I have that gave away prizes ranging from the Corn Dance” in respects that temporary Dates: Contest begins always admired, and there are only two top prize of $25 dollars to a bag of flour. camps are set up during the event. The September 1, 2001, Contest ends: homes on the Hollywood reser- shelters used have canvas tent December 27, 2001 and Judging vation that has a brick front wall. covers tied down over plat- will take place on January 10, She also stays in my forms where the occupants 2002. Three judges selected spe- memory because she is one of sleep and store their belong- cific to reservation/area. the few Seminole women who ings. Display: 1. All winners still dress traditionally. She During this particular displayed at the Tribal Fair 2002. wears her hair in a bun and event, a warning went out that All non-winners displayed on spe- always wears about a dozen a hurricane was approaching, cific reservation/area preferably at necklaces with shiny pony beads. families were told to get their the local Tribal Library. Her skirts are long and have at campsites secured. Mary’s Winner featured in The Seminole least one design on them. father took the canvas cover Tribune. Mary speaks no down and tied it directly over Theme: Education - English, she was born into the the platforms so that family What It Means To Me. “Panther Clan,” and she is 84 had a place to go during the Participants: Members years young. She was born north storm. of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, of the Miccosukee Tribe’s He also put boards Hollywood Reservation, Big Headquarters, in other words, in under the platforms so that they Cypress Reservation, Brighton the heart of the Everglades. Her would be kept off the ground Reservation, Immokalee father was from the “Bird Clan,” because of the rain. The boards Reservation, Tampa Reservation his name was Frank Tiger, his were normally used for the and Non-Residents. Seminole name was Fosh-hut- canoes they traveled by, the Contest: Standard poster kee. boards were put at the bottom board size. Mary’s mother died of the canoes to keep their when she very young, because of belongings dry if water leaked tradition, she was not allowed to into the canoe. know her mother’s name. Mary Throughout the night, SEMINOLE CITIZEN PROFILE has two children, six grandchil- men from various campsites dren, and five great grandchil- walked around checking up on dren. other campsites to make sure Robert Kippenberger: Mary estimates she was everyone was okay. They did over 40 when she first lived on a this all night until morning, by reservation. Before, her family then the storm had calmed had lived in village located in down because the “eye” of the

The Man Behind The Lens Palm Beach that was a tourist Alexandra Frank storm was approaching. By Janice Billie Playing the guitar and learning facility that was eventually The families were told HOLLYWOOD — Robert about life is something Robert says he closed down. Because of this, the that this was a chance for them Kippenberger’s mother, Lawanna Osceola wouldn’t trade for any 9 to 5 job in the family had to decide where they to come out and cook and eat Niles says she can remember him carrying world. However, after ten years, he decid- going to live. Brighton and but they would have to do this a camera around his neck from the time ed to go back to school and explore new Hollywood had just been estab- quickly. Mary said they got out he was a little boy. “He always loved tak- avenues. lished as reservations, so it was Panther clan member, Mary Tiger and cooked sof-kee and other ing pictures,” said Niles, “I naturally He moved back to South Florida just a matter of choice. foods they could prepare quick- assumed that it was the field he would and enrolled in the Art Institute of Ft. Her father chose ly. Soon, the warning came that choose to pursue when Brighton because her brother, Joe Henry Mary said there had even been a bigger the storm’s eye was coming to an end and he was older.” Tiger, was living there. Also, her sister, prize given out, a Model T, which went to they must get back to their shelters. It He did, and he Annie Tiger Bowers, lived there as well one lucky winner. rained again, but not as hard as before, excelled. Robert, now because her husband was from Brighton. Mary also attended and entered they stayed in the shelter until they were 39, runs his own busi- Mary moved to Hollywood in clothing contests at the “Tribal Fair” in told it was safe to come out. This is how ness, Kipp 1961 for the birth of her grandson, Hollywood. This past year Mary did not Mary and her family survived a hurricane Photography, Inc. He is Clinton Tommie. Mary did not like living enter any clothing contest, instead she had in the Everglades. a freelance photogra- in Hollywood at first, but did so because an arts and crafts booth. When she did Mary spoke of another incident pher who has many she felt she was needed for her grandson’s enter the contests, she had entered both when a hurricane threatened a camp. This clients, including the sake and also Dorothy had to return back the “Clothing Contest” and the “Arts and time a traditional belief was performed. If Miami Herald and the to work. Crafts Contest.” an individual from the “Wind Clan” is Seminole Tribe of I asked Mary if she lived in a tra- She would enter a jacket or skirt present they are asked to perform a cere- Florida. ditional camp before she came to in the Arts and Crafts Contest and usually mony that involves an axe and a few spo- Kippenberger Hollywood. Mary commented that she did placed in that category. For the Clothing ken words. The axe is then placed facing was the recipient of two not like living in a chickee because the Contest, she would enter whatever skirt the on coming storm, the axe is believed 2001 Native American elements made it rough to live in one. She she wore because, in that contest, you to split the wind so that it goes around the Journalists Association said she preferred living in a home, the must model the article you entered. Mary camp thus protecting the people and prop- awards for “Best first home she lived in was in Brighton. said she would place in this category as erty. Newspaper There was a time in Brighton when Frank well. During the past few Tribal Fairs Mary believes in traditional med-

Photography” and “Best Janice Billie Boehmer, the B.I.A. Teacher, was helping Mary was told she could only submit icine and uses it when necessary. She also Feature Photography.” Tribal members obtain free homes. entries for one contest only. The holds onto what she was taught as a child It was a surprise for Mary was unable to receive one Committees had done away with letting because it is her culture. Robert, who had no Robert Kippenberger won two first place NAJA awards. in time, instead she moved into a structure individuals enter more than one contest. Mary is an example of the knowledge that the much like a “chicken coop.” She fixed it I asked Mary if she votes she untapped knowledge that is still alive and Seminole Tribune had up to live in and decided she liked living explained that she started to vote when present within our communities. It is submitted his photos for the competition. Lauderdale in 1987. He graduated with an indoors. When she moved to Hollywood, she lived in Brighton for county elections. imperative for us as a Tribe to learn all Kippenberger’s work focuses on Associates Degree in the Science of she was happy to live in a house. When the Tribe became established and that we can from our elders about our commercial product photography, such as Photography in 1989 and never looked Mary first went to church in started to hold positions for the beliefs and traditions. We should also do promotional work for the Miami Herald. back. 1952 on the Brighton Reservation. When “Chairman” and the “President,” she start- this to ensure the future our forefathers In his work for the Herald, Robert has With a laid back attitude and an she visited a church in Hollywood, she ed to vote in Tribal elections and has con- faught for. photographed Don Shula, various Marlins engaging personality, Robert is a guy who was baptized there instead of Brighton. tinued to vote in every election. This profile is the first of many I and Dolphin players, and Latin music doesn’t let the rigors of life intrude on his Mary worked in a tomato field Another question I asked Mary hope to put in the Tribune. I will focus on stars. day. He has found a comfortable balance near the Brighton reservation. She also was when was the first time she visited an elders from Hollywood, Big Cypress, Robert was born in Hollywood, between being focused on success and created clothes with patchwork designs outside doctor or a doctor who practiced Immokalee and anywhere else there an but moved with his family to St. Louis, taking it easy in the process. like aprons, skirts, etc. She sold these modern medicine. Mary explained that, individual willing to share their life expe- MO when he was six. He graduated high Robert is an excellent example of items to Edith Boehmer, who owned a while she was still living in Brighton, the riences. school there and enrolled in a local com- the results of determination and hard small store near the reservation. residents there visited a doctor who lived If you, or someone you know, munity college, studying commercial art work. He can be considered a role model, I asked Mary how she learned to at Lake Placid. When they found out they would like to tell other Tribal members and music. He says, “I starved for ten not only for Native youth, but for anyone make patchwork, she explained that, as a could use his services they went to him about your experiences. Please call the years playing music and had a blast doing struggling to achieve their goals. child, her sisters would make her clothes repeatedly. Communications Department at (954) it.” for her. As she grew older, her sisters told One question asked was if Mary 967-3416, extension 1268. Help us to her she needed to learn how to make her feels that the Tribe is losing its language. keep our heritage alive and our future own clothes in order to take care of her- Mary replied that a lot of it has been lost generations informed about who they are self. already. She suggested that parents of and where they come from, the Birthday Celebration For The first time she cut the fabric generations in their twenties and thirties “Unconquered Seminoles!” to make an outfit, she cut it wrong. Her should share their language with their Darwin and Aileen Cypress Memorial Service Held For Gilbert Bowers By Alexandra Frank and walk over to the window so he could take a look out- HOLLYWOOD — On the early morning side. I told him it had rained that morning so it was of August 18, family and friends gathered to share wet and cloudy. in a “Memorial Service” for Gilbert Bowers. As he was looking out he said, “Mom I Gilbert was the son of Eugene and Mary just want to see a bright sunny day so I can Bowers and brother of Philman Bowers, all take a deep breath and go to sleep.” residents of the Hollywood reservation. I was joking with him and said On this morning, Moses Osceola, something like, “so my day would be cold a Missionary for the Indian Baptist and cloudy?” The answer to my question Assembly at the Indian Trial Baptist was what he was preparing me for the Chapel on the Miccosukee Reservation, unexpected, God only knows!” presided over the service, held at the I believe Gibby did see a bright Seminole gravesite in Hollywood. sunny day and took a deep breath and Moses read scriptures pertaining to went to heaven on the Morning of why there is death, but also to the glory August 17, 2000. of God and his promise of a peaceful We thank you for being there life in heaven. with us when we needed you and hope On hand to sing songs of your payers and support will be with us encouragement to those feeling sorrow- forever. ful, was Dan Osceola. Dan played his guitar and sang three hymns. Thank you, After Mr. Osceola’s performance, Eugene, Mary and Phil Moses Osceola shared a letter written by Gilbert’s mother Mary, to those who attend- After reading the letter, Moses ed the memorial service. The following is the asked if anyone would like to share their feel- statement read aloud by Moses: ings or thoughts with the family. Friends and rel- SUNRISE, FL — On August 24, birthday cake, ice cream and party favors. As we gather here this morning, we the atives gave testimonials, thankful that they had an 2001 a birthday celebration was held in Darwin’s birthday was August family of Gilbert would like to thank each of you for opportunity to know the young man. recognition for a brother and sister who 21, he is 8 years young, Aileen’s birth sharing this memorial service with us. Gilbert Bowers had a lasting impact on those who hail from the Big Cypress Reservation. date was August 23 she is a whopping 6 One year ago yesterday (August 17, 20001) we were knew and called him a friend, son, brother, grandson, or cousin. Darwin and Aileen Cypress are son and years young! Both children received gifts sadden that our son and brother to Philman departed from us We miss his good-natured ribbing and the way he told you how daughter to Roy Cypress and Rochelle and a lot of help from their friends when due to a long-term illness. Today our hearts are still heavy with he felt or what he thought in a straightforward and honest man- Osceola. it came to opening the boxes and playing pain and sorrow and the emptiness is still pretty much with us. ner. There will be none other like him and I am sure many have The birthday site was the with their new toys. But each day seems a little brighter when we share fond memories of Gibby. Rainforest restaurant located at the Their grandmother Janice wants memories with a friend or a relative, so thank you for being here After the memorial service, everyone was invited to Sawgrass Mills Mall. On hand were rela- to wish them a happy belated birthday and for us when we need you. breakfast at the “Country Kitchen,” where everyone had a tives and friends who were treated to a hopes they have fun with their newly Today I wanted to share a story of what Gibby said to chance to remember Gibby and share the memories he left with dinner of their choice, the traditional acquired toys. me on the day before his surgery, he wanted to get out of bed all of us. The Seminole Tribune 5 September 7, 2001 2012 Olympic Committee In Search Of A Host City By Mark Madrid 2012 members Saturday morning. “I am of the World in the exceptional style that appeal to the International Olympic the Olympics,’’ he said. Moore also said TAMPA — This isn’t the first pleased to lend the support of the only Florida offers. We pledge to honor Committee, compared with competitors he was satisfied with the response by offi- time that Billy L. Cypress, Executive Seminole Indian Tribe to Florida’s bid and recognize the achievements of the such as Moscow, Paris and Toronto. Those cials of Florida 2012 to the aspects of Director of the Seminole Tribe of effort. You may be a bit surprised to see Olympians who participate in this and foreign cities are all likely to bid for the plans that have generated public criticism Florida¹s Ah-Tha-Thi-Ki Museum, has us here. But we were the only Indian prior Olympic Games. We pledge to leave 2012 Games. so far. According to Moore, concerns found himself involved in Olympic Tribe from the Western Hemisphere to a lasting Legacy through the XXXth After lunch with Gov. Jeb Bush, about the possible displacement of public affairs. The first time was when Florida attend the Sydney Olympic Games. In Olympiad to youth, to sports, to our the group left on a bus tour of proposed housing tenants, who would be moved Secretary of State Katherine Harris asked fact, we participated in the state of Community, and to the World Community. Olympic sites in Tampa and St. Petersburg when the North Boulevard Homes and the Seminole Tribe to participate in the Florida’s Pavilion at the Sydney Olympic And We Pledge to hold an Olympic taking in Tropicana Field, MacDill Air Central Park Village complexes are razed Florida State Pavillion at the 2000 Sydney Games,” Cypress told the group. Games that protects and improves our Force Base and The Pier, St. Petersburg’s to make way for the Olympic Village and Olympics. ‘We had a great experience environment, promotes balanced econom- main tourist attraction and the proposed stadium, had been answered, as had ques- “During the Olympics the Florida speaking with Australia’s native aboriginal ic growth and development, and are starting point for the triathlon. tions about the potential for a hurricane Pavillion was promoting the state of peoples. We enjoyed witnessing their socially just and fair.” One exception on the tour was during the games. Florida and we were part of it,” said North Boulevard Homes and The city and the Tampa Housing Cypress. “I was there for two weeks with Central Park Village. The two crum- Authority each will contribute $150,000 Lee Tiger. One of the biggest things that bling Tampa public housing com- for the Olympic village design, which we were happy with was meeting the abo- plexes would be torn down to make should be completed by March, 2002. If riginal people.” way for an Olympic Village and a Tampa wins the USOC nomination for the The Tribe was in Sydney for 30 100,300-seat Olympic Stadium. 2012 Summer Games, the city will con- days, arriving before and staying after the Florida 2012 President Ed tribute another $150,000 toward design of Olympic games. Those two weeks just Turanchik said no public housing an Olympic Stadium. And although the happened to include the opening cere- would be demolished until replace- games are scheduled for June 15 to July 1, monies. The arena was filled with ment housing is built. Subsidized the bid document’s section on weather and Austrailia¹s aboriginal people performing housing tenants would live among climate doesn’t mention the potential for their traditional dances and to cap off the neighbors paying market rents until hurricanes even though the season starts gala event, Kathy Freeman, the Australian new housing was completed. But all June 1. However, the document does Aboriginal 400 meters dash champion, set residents would have to vacate the include a letter from the Florida the main torch alight symbolizing the start complex four months before the Department of Community Affairs assess- of the games. games begin to make way for some ing the risk of a hurricane during the “We were happy to meet with 17,000 athletes and coaches. games as minimal. our counterparts while we were there for The group also toured the 1.1 Tampa resident Neil Cosentino tourism and economic development. We million-square-foot Orange County would like to see the Games moved to just had a great time and great experi- Convention Center in Orlando, April. He worries about how the 2 million

ence,” stated Cypress. Mark Madrid which would house fencing, judo, people expected to descend on Tampa for It was during this two-week stay tae- kwon-do and other sports. They the games would be evacuated in the in Sydney that Cypress met Ed Turanchik, learned there are plans to add a event of a hurricane. Cosentino poses the the President of Florida 2012. “He told us Executive Dir. Billy Cypress and Development and Promotions Coordinator Tom Gallaher. 972,000-square-foot exhibition hall question, “How many days in front of a about his vision of how Tampa would tell across the street and watched a short low-pressure area must Tampa Bay citi- their story to win the bid for the United film promoting Orlando as a tourist zens’ evacuation start because of the States city, and he wanted us, the destination. It was hard to read the Olympic games in the hurricane-tropical Seminole Tribe, to be involved and to experience and how they were included in Tampa’s 2012 Olympic bid effort USOC team’s impression of the Bay area storm season, and who pays the costs?” help involve other American Indians. He the Cultural Program of the Sydney is a unique partnership with the cities and and Orlando as they did not talk to the Cosentino, a well known civic wants to be inclusive like Sydney was,” Olympic Games. That is why we are so counties between St. Petersburg and media, who traveled in a separate bus. activist, had hoped to meet with commit- said Cypress. That vision would involve excited about our proposed ‘Cultural Orlando. The bid process for Florida 2012 Charles Moore, the group’s tee members but was ejected from the native people of both the northern and Olympiad, Journey of Discovery.’ We began in October of 1997 when Mayor chairman, and fellow committee member civic center lobby by Tampa police. southern hemispheres carrying the torch worked with Florida 2012 to help frame Dick Greco signed a letter of intent on Greg Harney were the only site-team Cosentino asked, “Will the International on a year’s journey of celebration through this element, and are pleased that the behalf of the City of Tampa and the members to address the media Sunday. Olympics Committee wants to put their out the Americas. entire first year of the Cultural Olympics Hillsborough County Board of County They stressed they would not identify logo on a hurricane evacuation map? It’s As a result of that meeting, will be focused upon the indigenous peo- Commissioners to put Tampa forward as a publicly what they liked or disliked about so dumb it defies explanation.’’ Cypress represented the Seminole Tribe ples of the Americas, and that this cultural bid city for the designation of the U.S. Florida 2012’s proposal, or make compar- In a presentation to the U.S. during the recent visit of the United States celebration of our heritage will continue Candidate City. isons to other United States bid cities. Olympic Committee’s site-evaluation Olympic Committee’s visit to Tampa. The through the four years of the XXXth The USOC is now visiting all USOC members met privately with team, Florida 2012 said if the games were USOC is currently searching for the host Olympiad. We pledge our support to eight bid cities in the competition - Florida 2012 officials Sunday to share awarded to the area, it would pay for city for the 2012 summer Olympics and bring the various tribes of the Americas Cincinnati, Ohio; Dallas, Texas; Houston, their impressions. Moore’s team will every competing Olympian to bring two Tampa has their bid in and is a candidate into this cultural celebration. And we Texas; Los Angeles, California; New York report its findings to the USOC’s Board of family members to the games. The offer for that position. invite you to join us, and celebrate our City, New York; San Francisco, Directors this fall. The board is expected includes a week’s food and lodging and The nine-member USOC team Journey together.” California; Washington D.C./Baltimore, to narrow the eight-city field to as few as two tickets to each event in which the ath- arrived in Tampa late Thursday, Aug. 3 for Cypress then added his signature Maryland and Tampa, Florida, After they four by October. Moore and Harney lete participates. The offer, which is a four-day tour. They spent Friday morn- to the following pledge on behalf of the visit all the cities, the USOC will declined to say whether Florida 2012 unprecedented, impressed the USOC ing at the Tampa Convention Center lis- Seminole Tribe of Florida to ‘Celebrate announce the finalist cities between Oct., could be expected to make the short list. members. tening to three hours of closed-door pre- the Journey’ Community Pledge XXXth 2001 and April 2002 and the U.S. Moore did say, however, that the site “It sends a very strong message sentations from Florida 2012 officials Olympiad: Candidate City in the fall of 2002. The inspection team was unfazed that some of to the Olympic family,’’ Turanchik said. present detailed plans for building the “We, the undersigned, on behalf U.S. Candidate City will then compete the key components of Florida 2012’s “The cost, estimated to be at least $7 mil- 17,000 units of housing and the hundreds of the Citizens of our respective with international cities to host the 2012 plans - a 17,000-bed Olympic Village, a lion, would come from a projected $670 of millions of dollars of sports facilities Communities and Organizations, sign this Olympic Games. Then in the fall of 2005, 100,300-seat Olympic Stadium and a million surplus that Florida 2012 predicts needed if the 2012 Summer Games were pledge to lead the preparation of our the Host City will be selected by the high-speed rail link from Tampa to the Games would generate.” held here. Community to Host the XXXth International Olympic Committee. Orlando - are years away from being “There’s no use having a profit if Mr. Cypress addressed the Olympiad. We pledge to welcome and In selecting its candidate, the built. you don’t direct it toward winning,’’ assembled group of USOC and Florida host the Olympic Family and the Families USOC considers how its choice would “No city is ready today to host Turanchik added. Dr. Siudmak

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This young steer will have a year to grow into a prize-winning animal for its owner. The Atlantis Resort 4-H Steers Ready For Sale By Alexandra Frank with “halter breaking” the steers before are trying to reach in life. BIG CYPRESS — Aug. 6-9, the they can be taken home. Paradise Laughing, Amy Garza Cattle Program held its yearly cattle sale Sherri Gore is the leader for Continued from page 1 from the Immokalee Reservation at the scales located east of the rodeo Brighton and David Dehass is the leader said, “This trip is one memorable arena. During the sale, 47 steers were for Hollywood. During dinner, Mitchell trip I will never forget!” sanctioned for distribution to 4 reserva- For Immokalee, which does not spoke about the importance of an The students returned to tions. have a steer leader, help comes in the education. He proudly stated that it the mainland holding on to memo- Brighton is slated to receive 23 form of parents volunteering their time. was a great sight to see many grad- ries, new and old friends, and sou- steers, Big Cypress will receive 15, The participants have a year to work on uates in the room before him and venirs they received on Paradise Immokalee will get three, and Hollywood their steers, then the yearly 4-H livestock that it is his wish to one day see Island. will receive one steer. sale will showcase the best overall ani- them running the Tribe. The graduates would like The following individuals will be mals in their respective categories. After Mitchell spoke, each to thank Mitchell Cypress, Patrick serving as a Steer and Swine Leader. Good luck to all of this year’s graduate stood up and introduced McElroy, and the chaperones who Benny Hernandez is the leader for Big participants and we hope to see you soon themselves, what clan they were attended for a wonderful and Cypress. He will help the 4-H participants at the 4-H sale. from, and what the goal is that they unforgettable time. Wedding Congratulations Sent L-R: Chaperones Ella DeHass and Jane To Mr. And Mrs. Jerry Vann Stockton. LAS VEGAS — Congratulations to Veldenia Osceola and Jerry Vann on their recent nuptials held in Las Vegas at the “Graceland Wedding Chapel.” They were wed on July 28, 2001 with her cousin Robert Frank II giving Veldenia away. The couple also were treated to a reception held Aug. 19 at the Big Cypress Cattle and Range Office. Family and friends were present to share in congratulating the newlyweds. L-R: Desiree Jumper, JaMenia LaTacey Thomas, Lydia The reception also served as a chance Cypress, Tommie Jumper Hawk and Amy Garza. for Veldenia to celebrate her birthday. The couple reveled in the gifts they received and wanted to thank everyone for coming out to recognize their union. Veldenia is the daughter of Standing (L-R): Anthony Pacheco, Justin Osceola, Roy (deceased) and Ruby Osceola of Paul Bowers Jr., Austin Billie and Dnesimus the Big Cypress Reservation. Jerry is the son of John and Olivia Vann of Stockton. Seated: Mitchell Cypress. Chewey, Oklahoma. Jerry is a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. Veldenia and Jerry meet while attending Sequoyah High School in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The couple now “Elvis” presents Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Vann. resides in Daytona Beach, Florida. “I hope the two of you have a future. Congratulations to you both,” says wonderful life together and grow old by your cousin and cousin-in-law Alexandra each other’s side. Your families love you Frank. very much and wish you the best in your New Kid On The Big Cypress Rez

L-R: Lydia Cypress, Tommie Hawk, Amy Garza, Lorena L-R: Patrick Elroy, Norita Yzaguirre and Puente and Amy Coppedge. husband Ray II.

Education Notices Education Advisory Board- Office at (877) 592-6537, ext. 1317, or ships and other assistance. AIGCS is The next meeting of the (954) 233-9517. now a partner with the Gates Education Advisory Board, originally Millennium Scholars initiative. scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 5 in Big “Increasing Access, For information on the Gates Cypress, has been rescheduled for Persistence, and Preparation of Millennium Scholars Scholarship visit Everyone please recognize Ms. Marley Kel Billie Herrera, born on June 8, Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. in the American Indian/Alaskan Native www.gmsp.org. The American Indian 2001. Marley weighed 8 lbs., 14 oz. measuring at 21 inches long. She is the daughter of new Big Cypress Family Investment Students.” Graduate Center Scholars can help you Clea Billie and Jose Herrera. Ms. Marley is a proud member of the Panther clan. Center, Learning Resource Conference The American Indian Graduate explore your potential. For more infor- Room on the first floor. Center Scholars (AIGCS) is dedicated to mation call (505) 884-7007, deadline is Should you have any questions, the futures and education of Native Feb. 1, 2002. Enhancing The Lives Of please feel free to contact the Education American scholars by providing scholar- Our Future Leaders. Ahfachkee School Calendar 2001-2002 September ‘01 February ‘02 9/03/01 No school - Labor Day 02/15/02 Early Release What’s Up In The Environment? 9/19/01 Progress Reports Issued 02/18/02 No School 9/20/01 Early Release President’s Day By Rhonda Roff 9/24/01 Count week 9/24 - 9/28 02/19/02 Progress Reports Issued BIG CYPRESS — On Aug. 7 a 9/28/01 No school film crew from Channel 13 WNET, a pub- American Indian Day March ‘02 lic televsion station from New York City, 03/11/02 No School visited Big Cypress. to produce a segment October ‘01 Spring Break - 3/11 - 3/15. for a new show called, “What’s Up in the 10/12/01 Early Release 03/18/02 School Resumes Environment?” 10/23/01 End of 1st Grading Period 03/38/02 End of 3rd Grading Period The show looks at major envi- 10/24/01 Start of 2nd Grading Period 03/29/02 No School - Good Friday ronmental issues across the U.S. and pre- 10/26/01 No School Staff Workday April ‘02 sents the issues through the eyes of people 04/01/02 No School - Easter Monday living with the issue and scientists work- November ‘01 04/02/02 Start 4th Grading Period ing on the problems. While “What’s Up 11/06/01 Parent Teacher Conferences, 04/08/02 No School in the Environment?” is geared toward Reports Cards Issued Staff Workday children aged 10 – 16, the topics and dis- 11/12/01 No school - Veteran’s Day 04/11/02 Parent Teacher Conferences cussions are hoped to be of interest to all 11/21/01 Staff and Students Report Cards Issued age viewers. Early Release 04/26/02 Early Release One of the segments of the latest 11/22/01 No school - Thanksgiving 04/29/02 Begin Standardized Testing installment of the show is focused on the 11/23/01 No school Everglades. Channel 13 decided to tell 11/28/01 Progress Reports Issued May ‘02 the story of Everglades restoration from 05/01/02 Standardized Testing the Seminole Tribe’s perspective, along David DeHass December ‘01 (4/29 - 5/3) with some input from the Loxahatchee 12/07/01 Early Release 05/02/02 Progress Reports Issued National Wildlife Refuge. The film crew Lee, Huston, and Roy get a little help from Dr. Dunson and Rhonda Ruff with their 12/20/01 Christmas Show 05/17/02 Early Release 12/21/01 Staff and Students 05/27/01 No School worked from 7a.m. to 7 p.m. to tell the seine while WNET film crew catches the boys’ “catch” on tape for documentary. Tribe’s story. Early Release Memorial Day 12/24/01 Christmas Holiday The story, as told by Bob 12/24 - 1/4/02 June ‘02 Motlow, Michele Thomas, and Dr. Bill Motlow and David DeHass, enthusiasti- The day ended with one-on-one 06/04/01 Evening Graduation Dunson, begins in pastures and moves cally demonstrated the rich wildlife on the interviews at Ah-Tha-Thi-Ki Museum. January ‘02 06/05/02 End of 4th Grading Period, through some of the Tribe’s water restora- Big Cypress Reservation. The main room and outdoor walkway pro- 01/07/02 School resumes Early Release, Last Day for Students, tion project sites. The Tribal participants The boys fished with a seine for vided beautiful settings for the very edu- 01/15/02 End of 2nd Grading Period Awards Ceremony talk about the need for and value of sus- the camera crew and found over 200 crit- cational discussions. 01/16/02 Start of 3rd Grading Period 06/06/02 Staff Workday tainable agriculture. The Tribe’s cultural ters, including three large garfish they Watch your local PBS stations 01/18/02 No school - Staff workday 06/07/02 Staff Workday values support sound stewardship of the wanted to bring home to their grandmoth- for some familiar, local sites and faces 01/21/02 No school Last Day for Staff land and water. ers for dinner. Dr. Dunson explained to when “What’s Up in the Environment?” Martin Luther King Day Lee Stewart, Roy Stewart, and the children why these creatures live in airs in late-January or February of 2002. 01/24/02 Parent Teacher Huston Osceola, with assistance from Bob this area and how they live together. Conference - Reports Cards Issued The Seminole Tribune 7 September 7, 2001 Brighton News Tulchobehahyoogé Tarakkvlkv Sixth Annual Brighton Youth Conference Summer Internship For Native By Mark Madrid American Students Now Available RUSKIN — The annual Brighton Youth Conference was held at STUART — The Association for business or finance to explore various the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s very own Tribal Heritage is a non-profit 501©(3) aspects of the securities business. beautiful Bahia Beach Island Resort and organization dedicated to preserving tradi- The Association for Tribal Marina in Ruskin, Florida. The resort is tion and promoting education among the Heritage has received an overwhelming located between Sarasota and Tampa on a Native American people. This national response from students all over the nation 124-acre island surrounded by natural organization has been working diligently interested in participating in the Internship Florida vegetation. to establish programs that encourage eco- Program. A Fund-raising Campaign has This is the sixth year for the nomic and social growth within Native begun to benefit those students qualified Brighton Youth Conference and according communities. to take part in the six-week program. With to one of the conference organizers, Terry Tribble, President of the the support of Native Tribes and commu- Smawley Holata, one of the best gather- Association for Tribal Heritage, Inc. and nity donors, the Association is confident ings to date. The Youth Conference start- member of the Lac Courte Oreilles band the internship will be a huge success. ed in 1995 with a small group of con- of Anishinabe is devoted to the education- The Native American Finance cerned parents and the sponsorship of al and economical development of Native Officers Association and The National Jack Smith Jr., Brighton Board representa- American people. As a graduate of Indian Education Association endorse the tive at the time. Haskell Indian Nations University, he Association for Tribal Heritage’s Summer “We stated the need back then focuses his time and attention on estab- Internship Program. To learn more about and Jack said we should have a youth lishing programs that emphasize excel- the organization, please contact Rachel conference that would encourage them lence in education for Native American Tribble at (800) 798-0618.

(our kids)to be drug and alcohol free,” Mark Madrid students and professionals. said Smawley. “We’ve been together six Most recently, through a collabo- years now and John Wayne Huff, the new rative effort between The Association for Brighton Notice Council representative has picked up our Tribal Heritage, Inc. and Fogel Capital sponsorship.” Management, Inc., a Registered From that beginning things have Investment Advisory Firm, a summer Brighton Incentive Awards grown. There were at least sixteen women course to an enthusiastic group of teens A delicious ribs, rice, greens, and internship program for Native American ceremony will be Friday, Sept. 21. present who are regular participants in the and adults alike. frybread lunch was catered by Mary college students has been implemented. “I Time and place to be announced community organization, and at one count The course stresses creative Moore and family. It was just the thing to can not stress enough the importance of later. Look for flyers in your com- 75 young people taking part in the activi- teamwork and cooperative problem solv- give everyone the energy for the second this program as Tribes continue to explore munity. ties. ing by giving the teams situations to work half of the day. their economic horizons,” says Terry Come and support all our There was a full agenda for both out. Some situations presented to After lunch there was a lot of fun Tribble. The six-week program allows youth for their achievements. the young and young-at-heart. On solve:How do you get your team across and cultural exchange as Alice Snow from students interested in pursuing a career in Wednesday morning there was an update the tennis court by just stepping in the Brighton called the mvskoke language on the constitution and bylaws of the hula hoops and bridges made of two by bingo game. As Alice called out the Seminole Tribe delivered by guest speaker fours and bring all of the hoops and names of the animals and plants that were Summer Youth Schedule Ends On Ice Jim Shore, the Tribe’s attorney, to an adult boards along after you? And, what is the pictured on the cards in Creek, there were class of attentive listeners. best design for an egg crate, made of soda a number of hvgeedee speaking people By Barbara Secody schedule of fun and sun, the Immokalee Jo Ellen Keller, Director of straws, so you can drop it and not break translating under their breath the way ESTERO —On Aug. 14, the youth have returned to school. Over 30 Challenger Ropes, and Susan Outlaw, an it? The conference participants knew those words are said in Miccosukee for staff and young people traveled to TECO students spent their summer vacation trav- off duty teacher for the hearing impaired, some of those answers and had a great those who didn’t understand the mvskoke Arena to enjoy an afternoon of ice-skat- eling all over the state. both from Ft. Myers, taught a ropes time finding answers to other problems. words. ing. The arena, home of the Florida Although everyone was sad to The highlight of the event was Everblades Professional Hockey Team see the program end, many were happy the talent show held Wednesday night. and the Florida Firecats Arena Football about returning to school. They enjoyed From singing pop songs in English to team, has two ice skating areas: one for the many outings provided for them by gosphel songs in both Creek and hockey and one for the general public. the Recreation department, including vis- Miccosukee to comedy sketches, there Many of the kids laced up their its to King Richard’s theme park, roller- were a number of talented individuals skates and headed onto the ice, showing skating, movies, bowling, fishing, and who got up and performed to a full house. off for each other the new moves, turns, swimming. However it was the Nunez and twists they had learned. The staff at Immokalee Family Players, the last act of the night Those who felt more comfortable Recreation, Assistant Director David that brought down the house with laugh- in street shoes headed to the game room. Billie, wife Maria Billie, and workers ter, doing their version of “Your the Many of the kids (and staff) enjoyed the Marciano Calderon and Raymond Mora Reason My Kids Are Ugly” video arcade while the “ice masters” of do an excellent job with the young peo- Winners K-3 group the group hit the rink. ple. They have been diligent in caring for 1) Destiny Nunez: 2) Brianna Nunez, 3) The excitement was hard to con- the youth and made it possible for the Stevie Brantley. tain for many of the young people, who kids to have a good time, keeping safety Winners group 2: 1) Daniel were preparing for their last big trip of the as their main priority. Smith, 2) Kristin Dooney, 3) Jaide Micco. summer to Disney World. The trip was They will have to get used to the Winners group 3: 1) David, planned for that weekend, Aug. 18 - 19, peace and quiet while the kids are in and the young ones were especially excit- school, but they look forward to Mark Madrid Anita, Ally, Ami, Apple, and Ari Nunez, 2) Patty, Dawn, Laurie, and McKayla ed. It also signaled the final week of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and spring Snow, 3) Salina Dorgan, Alice, and recreational activities before the start of break when many activities are planned Shannon Snow. school. There are also after school activities each Some of the participants in the 6th Annual Brighton Youth Conference. After a whirlwind summer day.

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very day it seems such a task to the Nutritionist at the clinic to create a meal plan Etake blood sugar readings, I know that is right for you. how detrimental the act of prick- Start becoming physically ing your finger and putting a drop on the active. See the Health Educator at the monitor is to a diabetic. When I was first clinic if you haven’t been active, start diagnosed with diabetes, it took a while slowly. Good activities are walking to get used to checking my blood sugar and swimming. level before breakfast, lunch, dinner, Check your feet for cuts, and bedtime. My fingers looked like a blisters, red spots, and swelling. cork, because of the holes caused by the Call your health care provider right constant finger pricking. away about any sores that won’t However, I learned that this is a heal. small price to pay in order to stay healthy and enjoy a long, productive To Keep in Mind along the Way: life. Monitoring your sugar also lets Stay at weight that is right for you know what types of food have a you. Ask your health care high sugar content. Believe me, I was provider what you should upset when I found that certain cere- weigh. Jeanette Cypress serves the ball. als and fruit had a high sugar content. Treat low blood It is a good habit to check your sugar quickly with special tablets Martha Jones, Helene Buster, Wanda Billie,Barbara Billie, Joey sugar level after meals to see how or gel made of glucose. Ask your Richardson, Yvette Jumper, Drew Osceola.. certain foods affect your readings. health care provider what is best for you. An Endocrinologist suggested Don’t smoke. Talk to your healthcare that I do this in order to get a better provider or the health educator about ways to idea of what foods I may want to quit. cut down on or avoid. This advice Learn more about diabetes and dia- helped, because during that time betes self-care. Make an appointment with the my blood sugar readings were pret- Nutritionist and Health Educator for help on ty high. It helped me to remember diabetes and self-care. which foods I could have without feeling guilty. To Do with Your Health Care Providers: Testing your sugar after stressful sit- Write down your questions and take uations helps you to understand how them with you to each visit. stress can cause your blood sugar Ask for a hemoglobin A1c test at least readings to increase as well. I have twice a year and know what your test result done readings when I got out of a means. Wellness participants enjoy the pool. stressful situation, and re-tested it Ask for regular blood pressure checks, after I exercised, to help relieve the cholesterol tests, and other blood fat tests. stress, and I saw a decrease in my Have your feet, eyes, and kidneys blood sugar reading. checked at least once a Consistent readings when you are ill help out a year or more often if you Martha Jones says “Get up an exercise.” lot. At the time of my diagnosis, there were not have problems. too many over-the-counter medications that were See your dentist sugar free. I had to do a lot of homework to see at least twice a year. Tell what items I could use when I had a cold or an your dentist you have dia- upset stomach. It is a little easier now, with all the betes. new sugar-free medications, but you must still be careful about what you take when you are ill. Set Goals You Monitoring your sugar levels, even when you are Can Reach: not on your regular schedule to do so, is helpful. Break a big goal into You begin to understand what items out there, small steps. If you plan to whether for health reasons or foods, can be help- increase your physical activ- ful or hurtful. Try to check your sugar often, it ity, start by taking 5-minute can be a big difference in your long-range blood walks three times a week. sugar readings. Then try walking longer or Here is information, from Jeanne Hatfield, about more often. monitoring your blood sugar levels. Make changes that SEE FOOD: Yvette Jumper eats lobster. you can stick with for the Taking Control of your Diabetes rest of your life. If you want Taking control or your diabetes has to lose weight and keep it off, Vollyball Wellness Conference many benefits. Keeping your blood are active and limit portion sugar (also called blood glucose) sizes. Don’t just do on a “diet.” levels in the normal range can make The Nutritionist and the Health Educator a big difference now and in the will be more than happy to discuss a plan future. that would be best for you.

In the SHORT RUN you will: Create a Plan to Deal with Diabetes: • Feel better Think about the reasons for • Stay healthy staying in control of your blood sugar. • Have more energy. Make a list and post it where you can see • Prevent the signs and symp- it often. toms, of high blood sugar such as: Figure out what can tempt you feeling very thirsty and tired; urinating to slip up when it comes to blood sugar Youth participants exercised on the beach. often; losing a lot of weight; having control. Decide now how you will handle blurred vision; and having cuts or these events next time. bruises that are slow to heal. *Reward yourself for staying in control. Rent a movie, buy a plant, or In the LONG RUN you will: spend time with a friend. Lower your chances of having diabetes *Ask for a little help from Jeanne Hatfield Health and Nutrition Educator hugs particpants. problems such as eye disease, kidney dis- friends and family when you’re down or ease, and nerve damage. need someone to talk to. Enjoy a better quality of life. Manage Setbacks: Tips to Control Blood Sugar *Admit that you’ve slipped. Learn what you can from it. To Start: *Don’t be too hard on yourself. A set- Test your blood sugar. Ask your health back is not the end of the world. care provider when and how often. I hope these tips, on how to control your blood Keep a record of your blood tests, med- sugar readings and levels, have been informative. icines, and daily events. Review the record This disease is becoming the fastest growing with your health care problem in the American Health Care system. Do Makala Snow won a fitness award for youngest participant. provider. not become overburdened with the daily tasks of Take your diabetes the blood sugar monitoring system, use it as a tool medicine as prescribed. to help take control of your life. Eat foods to control — Suzanne Davis is the Seminole Tribe of your blood sugar. See Florida Diabetes Coordinator

BUNS OF STEEL: Personal Trainer Vicky Barogiannis spots Candy Cypress.

Record breaking numbers of participants gathered in the Wellness Conference, (l-r) Candy Cypress, Mary Jene Keones, Mike Smith, Mike Onco, Rachael, Edna McDuffie, Vicky Barogiannis, Sam Gopher, Robert North, Angela Tiger, Nancy Share, Mable Haught. At 6 a.m. following a brisk walk, paricipants flex their biceps with the armband exercise.

PHONE HOME: Joey Richards calls his dad from Newport.

Martha Jones, Helene Buster and Wanda Billie. The Seminole Tribune 9 September 7, 2001 Sports v Ham-pa-leesh-ke v Vkkopvnkv R & R Hosts Second Summer Pool Tournament By Libby Blake place – Dale CLEWISTON — R & R Grasshopper, 4th place Lounge hosted its second pool tournament – Tanya Miller, 5th of the summer on Sunday Aug. 19. Tribal place – Esther Buster. member Connie Williams helped coordi- 9-Ball top fin- nate the event, which drew players from ishers were: Men: 1st Big Cypress, Brighton, Okeechobee, place – Glen Olson, Pahokee, Hollywood, Trail, Fort Myers 2nd place – Corey and the Clewiston area. Penrod, 3rd place – Both 8-Ball and 9-Ball tourna- David Nunez, 4th place ments for men and women were played in – Dale Breland. open competition. Big Cypress Recreation Women: 1st place – Director George Grasshopper ran the Connie Williams, 2nd

Libby Blake brackets for both events. place – Esther Buster,

Winners in the 8-Ball division 3rd place – Cathy Libby Blake were as follows: Men: 1st place – Corey Phillips. L-R: Garrett Anderson and Nicole Osceola face off in final match. Penrod, 2nd place – David Cypress, 3rd The next tour- place – Marrion Wiseman, 4th place – nament is tentatively 8-Ball winners L/R: Cathy Phillips, Louise Jim, Tanya Tommy Vann, 5th place – Rich Schau. scheduled for Sunday, Miller, Esther Buster (missing - Dale Grasshopper). Women: 1st place – Cathy Nov. 4 in honor of Second Chess Tournament Held Phillips, 2nd place – Louise Jim, 3rd Veterans Day. By Libby Blake group, Nicole Osceola moved to victory HOLLYWOOD — A second by handily defeating Garrett Anderson. youth chess tournament was held on Alan Jackson took first place again in 5th Annual Randolph Clay Memorial Pool Tournament Held Aug. 7 at the DSO building. Twelve the 12 years and up group. He faced Seminole youth participated in the Marlon Foster in the final match. By Libby Blake event, which was divided into age Others who participated in the HOLLYWOOD — Family and groups for this tournament. tournament were Jackson Richardson, friends gathered at the Hollywood Gym In the 11 years and under Alex Jackson, Krystal Young, Derrick on Aug. 24 - 25 to remember Randolph Tiger, Joe Clay, visit with each other, eat lots of Richardson, James food, and shoot some pool. Tiger, Daniel Brande Clay, daughter of the late Bullard and Bobby Randolph, coordinated the weekend’s Osceola. activities, which were sponsored by Congratula- Councilman Max Osceola Jr., with help tions to all the youth from her grandmother, Betty Osceola. who participated in Friday night started with 59 the chess tourna- youth and 21 seniors taking to the tables ments, most of in 8-ball competition. Ray Yzaguirre III whom learned the came in determined to take back the title game this summer he relinquished last year in the youth boys

under the guidance division, while JoJo Osceola was equally Libby Blake and mentoring of determined to keep the title she won last William Osceola, year from sister Phalyn. Summer Youth Competition was fierce but Betty Osceola presented gift certificates to some familiar and some new faces in the Counselor for DSO. friendly throughout the evening as the Youth Boys Division. Ray Yzaguirre III (far right) reclaimed the title. Check at the Immokalee youth tried to make an impres- Libby Blake DSO for future tour- sion on their Hollywood, Big Cypress and Betty Osceola took the women’s bring it home for the third consecutive nament dates and Brighton counterparts. “Little Ray” and top spot, going undefeated throughout the time, while Theresa Boromei took back Chess Masters Alan Jackson and Nicole Osceola. times. JoJo fulfilled their goals as both players night. Annie Jumper, last year’s winner, the top spot she lost last year to Carlene advanced undefeated to take the top spots settled for second. Mabel Osceola, Jenny Osceola. for the boys and girls divisions, respec- Johns, Alice Sweat and Maydell Osceola David Nunez placed second tively. rounded out the top six. among the men, with David Cypress fin- Ildy Garcia found himself in the Seniors Scotch Doubles was next ishing in the third spot. Fourth through same position as last year, losing an early up on the agenda. Nine teams competed sixth, placing in the money, were Tony Fall Invitational Shootout 3rd Place: match and fighting his way back to take for the top six places. Winners were as Billie, Jamie Smith, and Charles Osceola September 14 & 15, 2001 Team Trophy The top finishers, after Boromei, Hollywood FL among the women were Carlene Osceola, To enter your Laura Clay, Prima Primeaux, Louise Jim, 10 Man Roster team please and Patti Wilson. $200.00 Entry Fee contact the Scotch Doubles competition fol- Pay to: Richard Osceola Seminole lowed. Woody Wilson teamed up with Entry Deadline: September 7 Recreation Dale Grasshopper to take the title from Department at the winner’s bracket. George Grasshopper 1st Place: Cash Prize, Team Trophy & (954) 989- and Theresa Boromei would have to settle Individuals 9457 or Richard Osceola for second place – again. 2nd Place: Team Trophy & Individuals at (305) 559-8338 Third spot went to Tony Billie and Brenda Cypress, fourth to Raymond Garza and Virginia Billie, fifth to Milo Osceola and Prima Primeaux, and sixth to Sports Notices Dusty Nunez and Emma Jane Urbina. An open 9-ball tournament, held after the all-Indian events, was sponsored Team Florida Swimming website with nearly six million impres-

Libby Blake by Councilman David Cypress. Entry fee Time Trials will be on Saturday, sions per day. was $20 per player for the race-to-three September 15. double elimination event. Do you want to know if you Pull on your boots and sad- Senior Scotch doubles winners can still smile after over five hours of shooting pool. Winners were as follows: Men: could qualify for Team Florida at the dle up - it’s time once again for the 1st place – Sam Monday, 2nd place – 2002 North American Indigenous largest professional rodeo in the Glen Olson, 3rd place – Big Bob Games? Southeast - the Silver Spurs Rodeo of Osbourne, 4th place – George If you do we will be having Champions. As the 107th semi-annual the second position. Third place went to follows: 1st place – Keno King and Esther Grasshopper, 5th place – Corey Penrod. the 4th qualifying time trail at the event draws near, it’s time to “steer” Angelo Colon, fourth to Miguel Mata, Buster, 2nd place – Buddy and Alice Women: 1st place – Margie (No last name International Swimming Hall of Fame toward Kissimmee to watch some of fifth to Nick Jumper and sixth spot to Sweat, 3rd place – Ronnie Doctor and please), 2nd place – Patti Wilson, 3rd Pool in Fort Lauderdale at 10 a.m. the nation’s top cowboys and girls Dominic Venzor. Mabel Osceola, 4th place – Russell and place – Crystal (No last name please), 4th The team will be picked by the end of compete for thousands of dollars in In the girls’ division, newcomers Juanita Osceola, 5th place – Joe Junior place – Libby Blake, 5th place – Virginia the year, so if you are interested, then prize money and national rankings in Ashley Harjo and Ashley Billie took sec- Billie and Annie Jumper, 6th place – Billie. please call Kristin to sign up for the one of the world’s most dangerous ond and third positions. Alex Sanchez and Harley Roberts and Louise Osceola. The crew at Sonny’s Sub Shop 4th time trail at (954) 989-9457. sports. Janet Mata repeated last year’s standings On Saturday the action started at provided catering on both Friday night Swimming practice is held on The Silver Spurs Rodeo is the taking the fourth and fifth spots. Sixth noon with 49 men and 25 women taking and Saturday. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from oldest professional rodeo in Florida. place went to Nikki Davis. to the tables. Woody Wilson was able to 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Begin practice now, Now in its 57th year, the Silver Spurs The seniors division saw new so you will be ready for the 4th swim- Rodeo offers something for everyone! winners in both the men’s and women’s ming time trail. For more information, Whether it’s the live country-western categories. Last year’s top man, Jimmy call Kristin. music, the down home atmosphere, or Bert had to settle for fifth when Steven the pure thrill and excitement of rodeo Bowers gave him his second loss. Hoop-It-Up comes to competition, the Silver Spurs Rodeo’s Bowers then faced off with Gulfstream Park to be held on Oct. heritage has it roped down to perfec- Moke Osceola in his bid to advance. 20 - 21. Official 3-on-3 basketball tour tion. Osceola held strong and was able to fend of the NBA and NBC Sports comes With tickets affordably priced off Bowers, who had to settle for third. back to South Florida. at just $12 for adults and $7 for kids Next up was Russell Osceola, who handi- The tour stops in 42 U.S. 12 and under, a family of four can ly defeated Moke and advanced to the cities this year - offers divisional com- attend for less than the price of a sin- finals. petition for players’ ages 8 and older gle admission to surrounding area Coming into the finals from the and all skill levels. Teams consist of theme parks. winner’s bracket was Joe Junior Billie. up to four players (includes one substi- The rodeo rides into action on Russell Osceola, who would have to beat tute) and must register by Wednesday, Saturday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and contin- Billie twice in order to take the top spot, Oct. 10. ues through Sunday, Oct. 7 at 2:30 won the first game but was unable to get

Teams can register online at p.m. With plans to construct a new the advantage in the second game to over- Libby Blake www.hoopitup.com or call (305) 655- indoor arena, the traditional authentici- take Billie. Russell would have to settle 3288 to receive registration informa- ty of this outdoor venue will soon for the second spot giving top honors to Seniors’ Women Division winners L/R: Annie Jumper, Mabel Osceola, Betty tion. Forms for discounted team entry come to a close. Billie. are available at area FootLocker Osceola, Jenny Johns and Alice Sweat. stores. The entry fee is $112 per team ($148 for Top Gun division) provides each team at least three scheduled games. Spectator admission is free. A Basketball Summer League Ends With Playoffs portion of the entry fees will benefit local high schools. By Alexandra Frank as little as two minutes left the All get the chance to go to the state finals to Deadline to register is HOLLYWOOD — Seminole American team, who had pulled well see if they have what it takes to be called Wednesday, Oct. 10. Teams are placed Recreation hosted the Final Four of the ahead of Wholesale, saw their lead dwin- state champions. Team members include into divisions according to similar age, Basketball Summer League series. The dle as Wholesale made some hard driving Leon Frazier, Clarence Dixon, Terence height and playing ability; Ages: 8 and Final Four leads to the state champi- points that eventually put them on top. Blum, Eddie Buzzard, Terry Herbert, Eric older. onships and it had to be determined as to Final score 67 – 63. Williams, and Lester Clark. Hoop-It-Up is sponsored which team would be the best to carry out Seminole Wholesale will now nationally by Gatorade Thirst this task. Quencher, Gatorade Energy Bar, The four teams in question were FootLocker, U.S. Army, Slim Jim, the Raiders, Big Cypress, All American Spalding and Southwest (sponsored by the Tribe), and Seminole Airlines. Local sponsors Wholesale. The first game was played are Sunshine Network, was between the Raiders who were Power 96, 99 Jamz and defeated by the All Americans 64 – 40. Baptist Hospital. The second game pitted Big Cypress Hoop-It-Up is against Seminole Wholesale, which managed and produced Wholesale took 72 – 68. by Host Communications, It was now time for the two top Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of teams to play their best against each other. Bull Run Corporation (NASDAQ: During the game filled with high emo- BULL). The NBA is composed of 29 tions and a lot of sweat it seemed pretty teams in the United States and close at times as both teams caught up to Canada and is one of the world’s each other with one team making a few Alexandra Frank largest providers of sports and needed points here and there. But towards the end it became entertainment programming. The Seminole Wholesale team will head to the state finals after winning Final Four. NBA.com is the NBA’s official apparent as to who would walk away with the Final Four-Championship Title. With The Seminole Tribune 10 September 7, 2001 v v The Human Resources Department Health Corner Chaneegé enchogé Cvfeknetv onakv The Human Resources Department is the hub for all personnel functions Tobacco Awareness Targeted To Native Americans of Tribal employees. Our office is located on the first The Florida Department of Native Americans have the high- state of Florida that aim to provide tobac- floor, in room 117, just behind Health’s Division of Health Awareness & est occurrence of chewing and spit tobac- co prevention and awareness for Florida’s the elevators. The general Tobacco recently released a new brochure co use in the nation, according to recent youth, adults and concerned citizens. office number is (954) 967- that discusses the prevalence of smoking statistics compiled by the Florida Since its inception in 1997, the anti-tobac- 3403 and our fax number is and tobacco consumption among Native Department of Health. The Centers for co initiative is credited with reducing teen (954) 967-3477. Americans. The brochure also provides Disease Control and Prevention estimates smoking rates by 40 percent among mid- If you’re looking to information on the dangers of second that 52 percent of Native American chil- dle school students and 18 percent among make adjustments to your 401 hand smoke and offers information on dren aged 12 and older use cigarettes. high school students. The Florida program K contributions, or simply tobacco cessation programs. The “Native Americans and is funded by the $11.3 billion settlement learn more about our plan, Donna Cizmar, Martin “Woody” Woodside, Entitled, “Native Americans and Smoking” brochure is the latest tool in a reached with tobacco companies. then Barbara Billie at exten- Smoking: What You Should Know,” the comprehensive anti-tobacco initiative to Information on tobacco use ces- Belinda Fernandez, Jean Fontana, Bret Freeman, sion 1131 is the lady that you Anthony Frank and Barbara Billie. brochure is currently available at Florida prevent and reduce tobacco use among sation classes is available through the want to see. Department of Health, Tobacco youth and adults. The Division of Health American Lung Association at 800- However, if you’re Prevention offices, located in each county Awareness and Tobacco develops pro- LUNG-USA, or the American Cancer looking for information on the employee ly known as “Woody,” is the Tribe’s throughout the state. grams and services for the residents of the Society at 800-227-2345. health plan, or have a Workman’s Background Investigator and any ques- Compensation related issue, call Belinda tions regarding drug testing or back- Fernandez, Benefits Coordinator, at exten- ground criteria required for employment sion 1135. should be sent his direction at extension As the Pounds Melt Away Anthony Frank is the “PA man,” 1134. By Health Education 1200 calories each day. any concerns about what needs to accom- Donna Cizmar, the sunshine of Big Cypress is getting smaller! Well…the Tribal Weigh yourself each week. Do not be worried about small pany the paperwork and how it needs to the entire department, is our receptionist Members and employees are anyway J. The participants shead daily changes in your weight. You should not lose more than be completed should be directed to his and also handles employment verifica- a total of 182 pounds during the most recent Weight Loss one to two pounds a week. There may be weeks when you do extension at 1137. tions. She can be reached at extension Contest. Big Cypress celebrated the latest Weight Loss not lose weight. This is normal. But, stay on your diet and you To find out information on the 1136. Contest on August 16, 2001 with a great lunch. Healthly will again start to lose weight. As you exercise you may gain latest job openings, and how to get the Last, but certainly not least, is nutiriton tips were provided by Jennifer Duncan who is the muscle mass. Muscle weighs more than fat and this may make hiring process started, give recruiter Bret Mrs. Jean Fontana, Acting Director of the Nutritionist for the Hollywood, Big Cypress and Immokalee your readings on the scale confusing. You can also measure Freeman a call at extension 1132. Human Resources Department, her exten- Reservations. inches at the chest, waist and thighs to give you a better picture Martin Woodside, more popular- sion is 1130. Mitchell Cypress, Acting Chairman/President and of the changes in your body as you diet and exercise. Fitness Instructor Vicky Barogiannis presented the awards to Eat high fiber and starchy foods such as whole grain breads, the Winners. In the Tribal/Community Member Women’s whole grain pasta, or potatoes. Cooked dried beans are also Information Services division Vera Herrera achieved 1st ; Wendy Cypress 2nd and high in fiber. Celesta Osceola 3rd with Honorable Mentions to Helene You should eat 5 or more fruits and vegetables each day. The Buster and Candy Cypress. In the Men’s division Earl vegetables may be eaten raw or steamed. Eat cooked vegeta- Kirkland took 1st and Charley Cypress 2nd place. In the bles without sauces and with little margarine. Vegetables are a Employee Women’s division 1st Place went to Tamara Parrish healthy snack food instead of high fat or high calorie foods. from Ahfachkee; a 2nd Place Tie was awarded to Wilma Do not drink a lot of fruit juice because it has many calories. Brown from Preschool and Karen Jackman from Ahfachkee; You are better off eating the fruit than just drinking the juice. 3rd went to Irma Platt from BC Cattle and Range. In the Bake, roast, or broil your food instead of frying. Remove all fat Employee Men’s division Michael L. Onco, Sr. from the from meats and skin from poultry before cooking. Family Services Program took 1st Place; and 2nd was awarded Use low fat and fat free dairy products, salad dressings, and to Patrick McElroy from the Education Department. cheeses. The Weight Loss Contest is sponsored by the Big Stay away from foods high in sugar, such as candy, cookies, Cypress Represenative David Cypress; the Presidential Fitness and pastries. Program; the Big Cypress Recreation Department and the Avoid high fat snacks such as nuts, chips, and chocolate foods. Seminole Health Department. Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water each day. This is the same John Anderson x1226 Network Administrator-Acting Director; Glenda Waser x1232 We would like to thank all of the participant of the amount as 4 to 7 soda pop cans of liquid. Administrative Assistant; Shawn Fernandez x1325 Telecommunications Manager; Walt Big Cypress Weight Loss Contest. Limit how much alcohol you drink because alcoholic drinks Radowicz x1339 Telecommunications Technician; Kevin Moran x1236 Trainer; Mario Being overweight is not good for your health. You are have many calories. Silva x1228 Microcomputer Support Manager; Joe Aranda x1237 Microcomputer more likely to develop heart trouble, high blood pressure, dia- Enjoy your food by sitting down and eating slowly. Do not Support Specialist. Call x1234 for any requests regarding computers or telephones. betes, or other problems if you are overweight. The best way skip meals. Mealtime should be relaxing and enjoyable. to lose weight is to eat fewer calories and become more active. Check with the clinic before you start to exercise again. You burn more calories with regular exercise. Fewer of these Find a weight loss “buddy,” club, or support group. This will calories are then stored as fat. Below are tips that may help help you stay with your weight loss program. Seminole Preschool Language Department you lose weight. Ask your local Health Educator and Talk to your local Health Educator and Nutritionist monthly to By Janice Billie Classes are usually kept to a 30- Nutritionist for the best weight loss plan for you. be sure your diet is working. Tell him/her if you are frustrated HOLLYWOOD — The minute minimum, to keep the child’s Eat a well balanced diet from the food guide pyramid. with your diet. Seminoles are concerned about the possi- attention. A CD with interactive lessons Do not try a crash or fad diet that suggests you eat less than ble loss of their language. An article, pub- has also been developed by the staff . The lished in the Journal of American Indian department also has an afterschool pro- Education, points gram for students Health Notice out that, “With to participate in such loss comes language lessons. less participation in One of the September is National Food food quickly is key! quick thawing, submerge in cold water traditional tribal department’s teach- Safety Education Month, an annual Make sure temperature in in airtight container or bag, or thaw in a cultures.” It is a ers, Herbert Jim, is observance to focus attention on the refrigerator is 40 F or below and 0 F or microwave and cook the food immedi- sensitive and chal- working with stu- importance of safe food handling and below in freezer. ately. lenging situation dents from the preparation in both home and commer- Use a refrigerator/freezer ther- Divide large quantities of left- that the Seminole Chickee Academy cial kitchens. This year’s theme is Be mometer to check temperature. Don’t overs into shallow containers for quicker Tribe is trying to Language classes Cool - Chill Out! Refrigerate Promptly. overfill. Cool air must circulate to help cooling in refrigerator. prevent. as part of outreach Harmful bacteria grow most keep food safe. Marinate food in the refrigera- The (Back) Mabel Haught, Oneva Baxley, effort. In commu- rapidly in the Danger Zone - the unsafe Refrigerate or freeze perish- tor Seminole nity affairs temperatures between 40 and 140 F - so able, prepared food and leftovers within When transporting food, place Preschool Diane Smith, Diane Snow, Agnes Bert, involvement, the it’s important to keep food out of this 2 hours of purchase or preparation or cold food in a cooler with a cold source Language (front) Onnie Osceola, Mary Alice Smith. children of the pre- temperature range. In addition, cold within 1 hour if the temperature is above such as ice or commercial freezing gels. Department is an school recited the temperatures keep most harmful bacteria 90 F. Keep the cooler in the coolest part of excellent example Pledge to the from growing; therefore, refrigerating Thaw food in refrigerator. For your car, rather than in a hot trunk. of Tribal members Seminole Flag at helping each other, the Hard Rock and the Seminole Hotel ground children, to pre- breaking ceremony serve the Mikasuki and the recent Tribal Members Featured In Fitness Magazine language. The Seminole Preschool Inauguration. Language The Department in Brenda Henry, June Jumper, Louise Language Hollywood, direct- Jumper, Judy Jim. Department’s dedi- ed by Josephine cation stems from Motlow North, is the belief that they doing an outstand- are not only teach- ing job teaching at ing a child a lan- the primary level. guage, they are The staff helping to preserve members are: a treasure among Annie Tiger- the Seminole peo- Infants/1 year olds; ple. Juanita Patricia Wilcox, Annie Tiger, Austin The Osceola/Holly Billie, Eric Deitz, Maydell, Juanita and accomplishments Tiger-2 year olds; Cornelia Osceola,Holly Tiger, Herbert in the development Maydell Osceola, 3 Jim and Josephine North. of curriculum and year olds; Cornelia materials are out- Billie Micco and Mable Haught have been walking for years. Osceola/Herbert standing, consider- Jim-4&5 year olds; Erica Deitz, Materials ing the program was begun less than 3 Seminole Tribal members Cypress, Jennie, Cierra, & Artistic Development; Patricia Wilcox, years ago. The preschool was temporarily lead the way in teaching oth- Adrian Baker, Billy Micco, Materials Development Assistant. housed in the old Tribal Office building at ers how to take care of their Mable Haught, Rita Gopher The language lessons accompany that time, with only a small space provid- Diabetes In Health For Native and Arica Buck all were fea- the Portage Units teaching method, a stan- ed for the Language Department in the Life Magazine. Mitchell tured in this issue. dard learning method used in many pre- lobby. school programs. The children receive Now, located at the new DSO lessons in English and Mikasuki. building, the staff and children have an They learn Mikasuki sounds, excellent facility in which to work and alphabet, words, verbs, and nouns. Using learn. flash cards and developed printed materi- Because of the commitment and als that show everything from colors to efforts of the Seminole Preschool animals, the staff members have put their Language Department staff, the Seminole hearts into this work. culture will endure. Florida Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs Liaison Stephen D. Bowers, as the from legislative staff, state program staff, Liaison for the Florida Governor’s and various community organizations Council on Indian Affairs, is responsible related to the Seminole Tribe of Florida. for, but not limited to, the following: In addition to the above activi- Establish working relationships with the ties, Stephen has been active in obtaining Florida Legislature in cooperation with benefits for eligible veterans. Recently, he the office of the General Counsel of the has assisted Vietnam Veterans with appli- Seminole Tribe of Florida and the Florida cations for benefits associated with Type Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs, II Diabetes-Agent Orange exposure. Inc. (FGCIA, Inc.) Stephen also helped Haskell Assist in establishing eligibility for Tribal Indian Nations University develop a video participation in state programs. about Vietnam-era veterans and Vietnam Assist in obtaining an annual appropria- combat veterans. tion for Seminole/Miccosukee Scholarship He is also active with Leadership Program. Broward, a volunteer service organization, Economic Development. and helps the group to learn more about Community Development. the present day Seminole Tribe of Florida. Consultation of Tribal needs with FGCIA, He has also assisted in activities associat- Inc. staff. ed with Stranahan House. Assist in establishing working relation- Stephen’s office is located on the ships with state board, committees, com- fourth floor of the Tribal Government missions, councils, etc. Building, next to the Chairman’s office. President Mitchell Cypress apeared on the cover of Health Monitor state and federal legislation Stephen can be reached at (954) 966- for Native Life magazine. affecting tribes. 6300, ext. 1480. Assist in responding to various questions The Seminole Tribune 11 September 7, 2001 Summer Fun Comes To An End How To Get Ready For College By Barbara Secody been King Richard’s theme park, roller-skating, FT. MYERS-NAPLES, FL — After a movies, bowling, fishing and swimming. By Dr. Dean Chavers, Director not score at the 90th percentile or higher, but at the whirlwind summer schedule of fun and sun, the The staff at Immokalee Recreation has done Last month I wrote in this column about 50th or even lower. I read one last night whose score Immokalee youth have returned back to school. The an excellent job with the young people. They have how counselors are letting Indian students down. I was at the fourth percentile! Don’t make excuses. 30 or more youth spent their summer vacation travel- been diligent in caring for the youth – (at least they promptly got an e-mail from Dr. Dot Witter at The reason their scores are low is their high schools ing all over the state to enjoy a host of fun Oklahoma State. She told me counselors are so busy cheated them by not challenging them. Don’t make activities. with discipline, scheduling, and monitoring that they excuses and whine. Do better. Try hard. On Tuesday, August 14, the staff don’t have time for college preparation or scholar- I am firmly convinced that the best way to and young people traveled to TECO Arena to ships. improve your ACT or SAT scores is to read vora- enjoy an afternoon of ice-skating. TECO No doubt she is right. So the problem is ciously. Don’t read trash (mystery novels, romances, Arena – better known as home of the Florida really one of leadership. It goes to the Principal, the adventure stories, sports stories, scary stories). Read Everblades (Professional Hockey Team). The superintendent, and the school board. They have to classic literature. The three most important things to huge facility has two ice arenas: one for spell out what they want. do to prepare for college? READ, READ, READ. hockey and one for the general public to But after processing 83 new applications for It should go without saying that you need to enjoy pleasure skating. scholarships for this Fall; I have to unburden myself be in school every day, but let’s say it, Be in school Many of the kids eventually geared again. Too many of the students who apply to us had every day. If there is some infectious disease that is up with their skates and headed out onto the too many gaps in their education. Let’s review what killing people at your school, don’t go. If a hurricane ice. They had a great time showing each you need to do, students, to get ready for college. is going to blow it down, don’t go. Otherwise, be in other their new moves, turns and twists they First, you need to take college prep cours- school every day. had learned. For those who felt more com- es. This means four years of English, four or five Tenth, you need to exhibit some leadership. fortable in street shoes, the game room was years of math (medical and science major need cal- If something needs to be done, do it. If there is bro- the place to be. Many of the kids (and staff) culus), two or more years of foreign language, three ken glass on the playground, get a broom or a rake enjoyed the video arcade while the rest of the Barbara Secody years of science, plus history and government. Three and a shovel and remove it. If there is an unsafe con- group opted for the ice sport. other things: you need to read at least one library dition at your school or on your buses, bring it to the A feeling of excitement was hard for Immokalee Recreation kids enjoy the ice at TECO Arena. book a week (a good one), learn how to keyboard attention of your principal. If younger students need the young people to contain as they were and use computers, and learn how to write well to learn to read, volunteer to help them. Don’t be a preparing for their big trip to Orlando’s (demand at least two essays a week). glory hog by running for every office. Be a person Disney World. The trip was planned for that upcom- didn’t loose any of them); and have made it possible Second, before you leave high school you who tries to make the world a better place, a person ing weekend, and the young ones were especially for the kids to have a good time – yet keeping safety need to decide what you want to do. You should who cares, a problem solver. excited. It also signaled that the final week of recre- as their main priority. They will have to get used to have some clear ideas of your talents. For instance, Eleventh, you need to be involved in ational activities would be at hand before the start of the peace and quiet while the kids are in school, but or you a language person, a math person, a science extracurricular activities. This could be the year- school for them. they can look forward to more activities next summer person, a people person, or just what? Do you like to book, the FBLA, the Aero Club, the Key Club, Although everyone was sad to see the pro- – besides there is always Thanksgiving, Christmas work with animals? What motivates you? What cheerleading, football, student government, or any of gram end, many were happy about returning to and spring break so they don’t get too lonesome for makes you do your best? Over 80% of students with dozens of other activities. Get involved, enjoy your- school, stating that they also like attending school. the kids: and then there will be the after school activ- clear career choices finish college. Only 30% of self while you are at it, and you will learn things They have all enjoyed the many outings provided for ities to look forward to. Stay tuned for highlights those with no choices finish. And most Native stu- without even knowing you are learning. them by the Recreation department. Some of the from the summer programs! dents leave this question blank on college applica- Twelfth, you need to keep in touch with other activities they have enjoyed this summer have tions and the SDQ. your Tribe. Often I am appalled at the lack of Third, you need to study hard. You should knowledge exhibited by college seniors about what is be studying at least three hours a day. In college you happening with their Tribes. They talk in platitudes will study six to ten hours a day or flunk out. If you and generalities, so I know they have no clue as to Farewell Lunch Held ride the bus 60 miles to school, study or read for that what the issues are. hour on the way in and on the way home. Too many I read so many of these types of essays that high-talent Indian students are just walking through it is like a breath of fresh air to get one that is clear For Nancy Newlan high school, not studying at all (as a couple of the on the issues. I try to tell students that Catching the By Alexandra Frank apps I just processed admitted). If your high school Dream is in business to serve the needs of Tribes. I On Friday August 25, 2001 Seminole Tribal employees is too easy, find ways to make it hard. Take some wonder how many of our applicants have ever gathered at the New China Buffet to say farewell to Nancy Newlan, Internet courses. Take some early-admit college attended a meeting of the tribal council. a three-year employee of the Seminole Tribe. Nancy worked in the courses. Thirteenth, you should attend the best col- Accounting Department with the title of Junior Accountant. Fourth, you need to work. This can be dur- lege that will take you. Indian students are in Nancy had worked for Horkey and Associates before she ing school (not recommended); over Christmas demand. Every one of the 320 graduates who have came to the Tribe. As many of you know Horkey and Associates are breaks, on the weekends, or during the summer. If no received scholarships from Catching the Dream is the people who help Tribal members file for their taxes. one will pay you, go work for someone for no pay. working. That’s right, they have 100% employment. Good luck to you Nancy and we wish you well in whatev- You need to learn responsibility - showing up every And they will all be working as long as they want to. er course life takes you through. day, on time, neatly dressed, alert, and ready to be Don’t settle for the second best college. productive. Not working at some point in high school Who wants Indian graduates? The FBI, the Patsy West, director of the Seminole/ is a definite negative. Senior citizens can use your Justice Department, the State Department, General Legends Miccosukee Photographic Archive in Ft. Lauderdale, help. You can help Grandpa on his ranch. Work at Motors, General Mills, General Foods, Microsoft. In is a noted ethnohistorian and an active Burger Kind. Do something. fact everyone out there wants Indian graduates. Continued from page 1 Preservationist. She has won awards for her historical Fifth, you need to go to summer camps. Ant the ones who need them the most are Seminoles as Told by Betty Mae Jumper, series “Reflections,” published in the Seminole We have a list of 50 of them, many of which pay all Tribes. Tribes need doctors, nurses, dentists, teachers, served from 1967 to 1971 as the Florida Seminole Tribune since 1985, and is the author of The the costs. We will send you this list free. Start after social workers, engineers, computer programmers, Chairperson, the only Florida Seminole woman ever Enduring Seminoles: From Alliga tor Wrestling to the sixth grade, and go two to four times. Summer biologists, hydrologists, and graduates in many other elected. She has received numerous honors, including Ecotourism (UPF, 1998), which received the Harry T. camp alumni go to college over 80% of the time. It’s professions. If you get a degree of almost any kind, a Florida Department of State Folklife Heritage and Harriet V. Moore Award for best social and all right to have one fun camp, but mostly they Tribes need you. Award and a Doctorate of Humane Letters from ethnographic history from the Florida Historical should be academic camps. My main frustration in life is the lack of Florida State University (both in 1994). In 1997, she Society and a certificate of commendation from the Sixth, you need to visit some college cam- help our Indian students get from counselors. The received the first Lifetime Achievement Award ever Ameri can Association of State and Local Historians. puses, even if just for sports or social events. You problem is a structural one. People - students, teach- presented by the Native American Journalists November. 176 pp. 6 X 9. Jacket. need to become comfortable being on your own, ers, parents, counselors, principals, school board Association and was named Woman of the Year by 28 b/w photos, 2 maps, bibliography, index. ISBN 0- away from your family, for a day or two at a time. members, and superintendents - need to be doing the the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. She 8130-2285-1 Cloth, $24.95. College almost always takes you away from your right thing. The right thing is pushing Indian students lives in Holly wood and Big Cypress, Florida. family, while you are going. You can come right much harder than they are being pushed. back home after you finish, so your will just be there All Indian students need to be directed a short while. toward college. We are sending only 17% of our Seventh, you need to find ways to pay for Indian students on to college. The U.S. is sending college before you start the twelfth grade. If both 70% of its high school graduates on to college. In ten your parents are working, and if they make over years it will be 80%. $40,000 a year, you will get little if any financial aid. We need to overhaul our schools, it’s true. If You re In It is need based. Your alternative is to find all the pri- In a national survey I did last year, a large number of vate scholarship for which you are eligible. There are Indian high schools do not even have a science lab. between 50,000 and 100,000 of them in the U.S. Use But what we need to overhaul more is the behavior the scholarship directories in your local college of students, teachers, parents, and counselors. library, the internet (www.fastweb.com), and ask It’s time to push Indian students to the top. Trouble... around in your local community to see what is out It’s time to recognize the genius of the Native intel- there. Engineering and science students can find 40 lect. It’s time to start doing the right things. If the or more scholarships, and fine arts students will find schools aren’t helping you, students, do it yourself. 15 or more. Dr. Chavers is Director of Catching the Eighth, you need to get excellent grades. Dream, a national scholarship organization for License Problems You may need to take the test several times. One Native students. He can be reached at (505) 262- young lady whose application we just processed took 2351 or [email protected]. the ACT and scored a 19. This is the 44th percentile - Suspended not high enough to get her into an Ivy League college. She studied hard and took it a second License time, scoring 20, the 50th percentile. This was still not good enough. On the third try she Open House scored a 22, which is the 65th percentile. On the fourth try she got 23, the 70th percentile. Revoked License She finally got into her Ivy League college. Ahfachkee School Open House is She should not have had to struggle so scheduled for Thursday, September 27, 2001. Traffic Tickets hard as a senior does. But if you have to do Open House will start after school from this, do it. If you have studied hard all the way through high school, you will score well above 2:30 until 7:00 p.m. Dinner will be served DUI the 50th percentile on the first try. To be even from 5:00 until 6:00 p.m. Visitations of class- more prepared, take the PSAT and/or the PACT as a junior. room/worksite areas can occur anytime The most inexcusable broken record before and after dinner. in the essays I just read was the whining about getting low scores on the SAT and the ACT. All staff are expected to be present for Nursing Home The typical Indian student with 3.8 GPA does the full duration of this special event. Neglect Nursing Home Paula’s Furniture Abuse Staff Negligence WE SPECIALIZE IN LOG BEDS The Law Offices RUSTIC FURNITURE DRUM COFFEE TABLES of 413 S.W. PARK STREET OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 941-357-6700 320 SE 9th Street Fort Lauderdale, Fla MENTION YOU SAW THIS AD AND RECEIVE A 33316 EVERYTHING FOR YOUR COUNTRY HOME ALSO SAVING YOU MONEY 10% DISCOUNT ON YOUR NOT SO COUNTRY HOME WE DELIVER The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. The Seminole Tribune 12 September 7, 2001 Preschool Program In Service Training By Janice Billie HOLLYWOOD — The Pre- school Department held its annual in-serv- ice training seminar at the Hilton Airport Hotel on Aug. 9. Seminole Pre-school employees, including the Language and Culture teachers, participated in the two- day seminar. In-service training seminars are held at least twice throughout the year so the staff can review all pertinent infor- mation relating to the program. One of the most important ses- sions involved receiving and renewing certification in adult, infant, and child CPR. The group took extra time and care in performing the required training. During these sessions, new employees Janice Billie without the requisites can become certi- fied. The most important part of the seminar was receiving and A skit, written and performed by renewing certification in adult, infant, and child CPR. staff, gave teaching /childcare do’s and don’ts. After the skit, the attendees gave Along with these training seminars, the pre- feedback. Other training and educational segments school employees are also taking 40 hours of child- included: Diaper Change the Proper Way, Cooks care education classes at Nova Southeastern Personal Hygiene, Cell Phones in the Classroom. University. Director Leoma T. Williams has made it Familiarizing Students Individually, and All Rules her foremost task to offer the best training and educa- and Regulations of the Facility. tion available for her staff. Adopt A Burrowing Owl

A wonderful way for families to learn about birds such as the burrowing owl is through Audubon’s Adopt-a- Bird program. Participants can adopt an injured bird of prey and help in the care and release of hundreds of others. You’ll receive a photograph, biography and adoption certificate for your bird, plus a subscription to Florida Raptor News. Write to Florida Audubon Society, Adopt-a-Bird Program, 1101 Audubon Way, Maitland, FL 32751, or call 800-874-BIRD or 407-644-0190. Information can be found at www.adopt- abird.org, where you can place your adoption online. Goodbye to Kevin Moran By Alexandra Frank er classes offered by his department. Alas it seems as if the Tribal employees are The Public Relations Department took Mr. leaving by the dozen. Kevin Moran of the Moran out to the Ark Restaurant for lunch and even Information Systems Department served his last day had a cake at the tribal office for everyone to partake. on August 31,2001. Mr. Moran has his family based in Tampa where he Mr. Moran was a 2 year 8 month employee has commuted to every weekend for the past year. and had many friends within the Tribe. He will be Good luck Kevin in your new hometown, we wish greatly missed because of his friendly demeanor and you and your family only the best. also because he was a good instructor for the comput- Rodeo v Ko-waa-ye Esh-ham-pa-léèsh-ke Fourth Generation Bull Rider, Justin Gopher By Melissa Gopher LEDYARD, CT— The Schemitzun Buck- A-Rama began on a hot, sunny Thursday afternoon. The Michael Goodwin Memorial Rodeo was present- ed by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe on August 23 - 26, 2001 in Connecticut. Justin Gopher, from the Brighton Reservation and a member of the E.I.R.A., competed in the Buck-A-Rama. Justin drew a bull called “Down in Dirty,” a bull from the PBR Town. Justin sat in the chute with his bull until he nodded his head. The bull bucked three times, then cut to the left, throwing Justin’s left foot out from the bull and pushing him forward onto the bull’s neck! Hung up and in trouble, Justin got a love tap by the bull’s left horn until his hand wriggled free of the rope. After receiving medical attention from EMS, Justin had to go to the emergency room where he received four stitches and was diagnosed with a slight concussion. Justin had two days to recover from his encounter with “Down in Dirty”. On Sunday after- noon, Justin drew the bull, “ S11”. The day before, “S11” had knocked a cowboy unconscious, sending him to the emergency room.

Behind the chutes, Justin saw the brother of Melissa Gopher the hurt cowboy and told him, “I am going to ride him for your brother,” and gave him a thumbs-up. As Justin stepped down into the chute, he Justin Gopher holds gets “top ride of the day.” handed Koty Brugh his rope to pull, got situated, then nodded his head. The bull took two steps back, then one big jump, then another. As Justin sat up straight, the bull turned to the left and started spinning. Justin finished the rodeo in first place in the After what seemed like forever, the horn second go-around, and second place in average. finally blew. He held his hat up to the Rodeo audi- I would like to thank those from the Brighton ence as we sat, waiting for his score. The Rodeo Reservation who watched my brother ride and sup- announcer proclaimed it the top ride of the day with a ported him, especially Koty Brugh and Gilbert King, score of 81, which was enough to send him to the for being in the back of the chutes with him. A spe- short go-around later that afternoon. cial “Thank You” to Brighton Councilman, John Justin’s bull in the short go-around was a Wayne Huff Sr. for his sponsorship of Justin. small, cream-colored longhorn. Ready, Justin nodded For Justin, this was just another rodeo stop. his head, and the bull came out, jumping high in the The week before, he rode in the Crow Fair and air three times. Suddenly, the bull turned to the left, placed 2nd in the Bull Riding event and has another then back to the right, throwing Justin off his rope. one coming up this weekend. The crowd thought Justin rode his 8 seconds, but the To my brother, good luck and may God ride rodeo announcer said, “Tough luck cowboy, he was with you! not there, he’s only rode 7.16.” Tribal Youth Bull Riders Rewarded

By Robin Osceola ORLANDO — Hollywood and Brighton EIRA members who attended and par- ticipated in the three-day bull-rid- ing clinic with champion Gary Leffew were taken to Orlando’s Island of Adventure for a job well done. The clinic held on the Brighton Reservation June 8-10 was a learning experience for these young cowboys with a reward that was well deserved. Thanks go out to Lisa and Rodney Osceola, Brighton Board Representative Alex Johns, and Hollywood Board Representative David DeHass. Keep up the good work. The Seminole Tribune 13 September 7, 2001 Casino v Esh-te-may-bee Cheke v Setenpokvcuko

All five Seminole Casinos are joining Mindy McCready Performs At Immokalee Casino together in a special promotion to give away $240,000. One lucky player will win By Benny Secody McCready will continue her $100,000 cash in a drawing to be held IMMOKALEE – What summer tour, but don’t be sur- on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. A conso- a night it was at the Immokalee prised if you hear that she accepts lation winner at each of the other Seminole Indian Casino on an offer in show business. four casinos will also be chosen August 11. Fans of Ft. Myers Although she has been offered and will go home with $10,000 native, Mindy McCready, came in several roles, she is “waiting for cash each. droves to hear her perform some that perfect role,” - “and it sure Starting Wednesday, Sept. 4 of her older favorites as well as won’t be that of a country singer,” and every Wednesday thereafter leading some of the songs from her new she said, “I really think that is up to Oct. 3, players will also have a (soon to be released) album. You where my future will take me – to chance to win $5,000 each night at each don’t just hear Mindy’s music, acting. It’s amazing how having casino. Drawings will take place at 10 p.m. you feel it. It’s passionate, soul- a hit record, or seven or eight, each Wednesday. ful, and sensuous in every sense will cross the borders of enter- The Grand Prize drawing will take place Oct. of the word. tainment and bring other opportu- 3 at 11 p.m. at each casino. Those five individuals become finalists for the While she wraps up the nities. They keep coming my $100,000. album, Mindy is busy with her way, and I’ve always loved act- Ms. and Mrs. Florida will be on hand at the Coconut Creek casino to pull summer tour. Although she has ing, and I think I would be good the winning ball at 11:30 p.m. Drawing balls will be designated to represent each not played in Southwest Florida at it.” casino and finalist as follows: Coconut Creek #1, Tampa #2, Immokalee #3, for over a year (when she per- The opening perform- Hollywood #4, and Brighton #5. The first ball drawn will be the Grand Prize win- formed at Centennial Park in Ft. ance of the evening was a treat ner; the others will receive the $10,000 consolation prizes. Myers), she manages to visit her for the crowd, as Seminole’s own The drawings are open to all video gaming machine players at the proud parents, Tim and Gayle Paula Bowers took center stage to Seminole Casinos in Coconut Creek, Tampa, Immokalee, Hollywood and McCready, regularly. perform some of her own songs. Brighton. Winners must be present at the time of drawing. See Official Rules and Both are supportive of She presented a dynamic show Regulations at each casino for more information. their daughter. “She was saying Mindy McCready belts out a ballad. and the crowd obviously loved The accounting firm of McGladrey & Pullen, LLP will witness and verify she wanted to be a singer when her. She just seemed to explode the results of the Grand Prize drawing. In any case of dispute of any rule or prize she was three,” said her mom, at the young age of 19, she was signed to with the energy and enthusiasm, awarded, the decision of management will be final. Taxes are the sole responsibili- “She had her own little stage and would RCA. Her debut album, “Ten Thousand and created an instant bond with them ty of the winner. Drawing tickets are non-transferable. invite all her friends and neighborhood Angels,” was certified double platinum, from her very first song. Employees of Seminole Casinos and McGladrey & Pullen, LLP and their kids over to hear these concerts she was and skyrocketed her singing career into Paula, who has been singing immediate family are not eligible to participate, nor are Tour Operators, their going to do. Later on, she would make public awareness. She found that she had since she was a young teen, is well on her agents and employees. Rules are subject to change without notice. tapes of her songs and send them out to not prepared herself for the life of a way to a lucrative career as a singer and people.” celebrity. performer. Her family and friends have Committed to music from the “I don’t have a lot of private always supported her and she has per- day she could speak, McCready began emotions,” said McCready, “I wasn’t pre- formed at many Tribal functions, as well Brighton Seminole Bingo and Gaming formal training in opera at the age of nine. pared for that at the beginning, but as doing her own thing. She recently real- She graduated from high school in Ft. learned very quickly that I had to lay ized another of her life’s dreams when she Myers at age 16, and moved to Nashville myself on the line. You don’t get a married her long-time love, Tony BRIGHTON SEMI- at 18 to pursue her dream of becoming a choice. You can do it and like it, or you Sanchez. With her singing career going NOLE BINGO AND GAMING country music star. Although her parents can do it and be miserable. And the way full speed ahead, Paula is sure to be a — Highway 721, Brighton Indian had hoped that she would pursue a career to avoid being miserable is to do things force to be reckoned with in the music Reservation, Route 6, Box 611, as an attorney, Mindy struck a deal with you are proud of and say things that you industry. She is already a star in her own Okeechobee, FL. 34974. (800) them: if she did not succeed in a year, she are proud of.” right, and the Seminole Tribe is proud of 360-9875. Closed Mondays and would go to college. Amidst the chaos of her new- her. She made a lot of new fans in when the last player leaves nightly. Although her mom spent two found fame, music remained her outlet. It Immokalee and everyone who attended The casino would like to con- Weaver of Okeechobee – winner of years with her in Nashville, she returned had to be honest and ring true with her the evening’s concert enjoyed her per- gratulate our Summer of Fun winners the Hawaiian Vacation, and Laura home knowing that Mindy would be fine. deep inside. When she made her second formance. – Roger Green of Okeechobee – win- Dickson of Clewiston – winner of the Mindy’s brothers Tim Jr. 22, and Joshua album, she learned to speak up, even if it Dawn Geis, entertainment coor- ner of the Cruise to Mexico, Jessica Polaris Jet Ski. age 20, both of whom live in Nashville meant going against the consensus. For dinator for the Immokalee Casino, only a couple of blocks from Mindy. her third album, McCready found a pro- deserves congratulations for yet another They attend school and manage their own ducer in Billy Walker, who encouraged successful concert. She put a great deal businesses there. her personally and professionally. Walker of work into the planning, preparation and Seminole Indian Casino Tampa Although Mindy says she would sits in the producer’s chair again for scheduling of the shows, and has big have honored her promise to her parents, Mindy’s forthcoming album on Capitol plans for the remaining months of the SEMINOLE INDIAN CASI- receive a ticket. Win any portion of a it was evident that she would not be pur- records. She loves the songs, and singing summer. (Check out Casino News for NO TAMPA – 5223 North Orient Special Game in Decision Bingo and suing a career as an attorney. She imme- them, as much as her fans loved hearing upcoming schedules of events and upcom- Road, Tampa, FL 33610. (813) 621- receive a ticket. Come in first, second, diately found work as a demo singer; and them at her recent concert in Immokalee. ing concerts.) 1302 or (800) 282-7016. Internet: or third in any Poker tournament http://www.casino-tampa.com. Open (including mini-tournaments) and seven days a week, 24 hours a day. receive a ticket. Have a single win of The casino $50 or more on a paper would like to congratu- pull-tab and receive a late winners of the Do- ticket. It-Yourself bingo jack- Deposit your ticket in pot of $168,000 on Aug. the special drum then be 22 – Dominic and Barbara at the casino on Sept. 30 at Contorno of Clearwater, 9:45 p.m. when one ticket FL. will be drawn for a 2002 Bingo, paper pull- Saturn automobile. When tab and poker players will also the ticket is drawn, the person have a chance to win big in September named on that ticket will have ten min- at the casino – even though the casino utes to come forward. If the prize is not hopes you are also playing the video claimed, that ticket will be voided and gaming machines for your chance at a new name will be drawn until there is the $240,000 Winner’s Circle. a winner. See the casino for complete Every bingo game winner will rules and regulations.

Dominic and Barbara Contorno Clearwater, Florida Winners of the Do-It-Yourself bingo jackpot of $168,000 on August 22, 2001

Coconut Creek Casino

COCONUT CREEK Back by popular demand, CASINO — 5550 N.W. 40th St., Master of Illusions, Gary Goodman Coconut Creek, FL. 33073. (954) returns to casino Sept. 30. More 977-6700. Open seven days a details in the next issue of the week, 24 hours a day. Tribune.

IMMOKALEE SEMI- SEMINOLE INDIAN NOLE INDIAN CASINO — CASINO OF HOLLYWOOD — 506 S. First St., Immokalee, FL. 4150 N. SR 7, Hollywood, FL. 34142. (941) 658-1313 or (800) 33021. (954) 961-3220 or (800) 218-0007. Open seven days a 323-5452. Open seven days a week, week, 24 hours a day. 24 hours a day. The Seminole Tribune 14 September 7, 2001 Announcements v Ahnahhegeh v Nakorkerkecetv Happy Birthday • Heech-ka-ta-hon-ka En-neh-ta-ke Sha-faach-kee-ke • Ehetsketv Nettv Afacketv

Lena Gopher Sept. 30 Stephanie Lynn Hyatt Sept. 12 Ethan Lynn Gopher Sept. 26 Alice Tony Osceola Sept. 25 Catherine Janell Alexander Sept. 14 Bret Noah Spencer Sept. 27 Alice Micco Snow Sept. 15 Gilbert Wayne King Sept. 25 Hudson Roberts Jumper Sept. 29 Leoda Josephine Osceola Sept. 3 Dallas Nunez Sept. 3 Esmeralda Sabrina Billie Sept. 30 Albert Osceola Sr. Sept. 20 Elton James Shore Sept. 10 Ceejae Dakota Smith Sept. 1 Herbert Mills Cypress Sept. 17 TJ Koenes Sept. 12 Courtney Ann Kippenberger Sept. 6 Johnny F. Tucker Sr. Sept. 12 Sara Billie Osceola Sept. 12 Terence Daniels Billie Sept. 18 Annie Osceola Jumper Sept. 13 Lawanda Yvonne Tommie Sept. 14 Deandra Rogene Tiger Sept. 18 Leah Johns Minnick Sept. 4 Thomas Jeffery Storm Sept. 24 Kaylee Brianna Jumper Sept. 28 Patsy Billie Sept. 5 Louise Billie Sept. 7 Tianna Hall Garcia Sept. 30 Billy Wm. L. Cypress Sept. 13 Jeremy Smith Sept. 11 Klayton Duane Sanders Sept. 1 Billie Micco Sept. 20 Justin Davis Sept. 16 Kassandra Lorn Brady Sept. 5 Judy Ann Baker Sept. 9 Melissa Joy Osceola Sept. 20 Jonathan Dustin Robbins Sept. 7 Agnes Bowers Sept. 23 Caryn Billie Sept. 29 Jessica Lyn Motlow Sept. 9 Happy 1st Birthday to my baby Alice Osceola Sept. 1 Daniel Gibson Sept. 17 Jason Gregory Melton, II, Sept. 14 niece Kirsten Metcalf on September Lorraine L. Cypress Sept. 10 Elliot Audris Young Sept. 19 Akol Markuise Billie Sept. 17 11th. Love you babe. Love Aunt Jessica. Tommy Henson Billie Sept. 5 Lenny Ray Jim Sept. 26 Tyler Joshua Baker Sept. 18 David Jumper Sept. 6 Jimmy Joe Pacheco Sept. 7 Kristy Rebecca Johns Sept. 19 Rudy Osceola Sept. 24 Suraiya Tiffany Youngblood Sept. 21 Leonardo Yzaguirre Sept. 19 Michael Clay Sept. 26 Rena Michelle Frank Sept. 4 Vcenv Totkv Bowers Sept. 23 Raymond Osceola Sept. 8 Tirell Octavius Timothy Sept. 6 Shawna Colleen Billie Sept. 28 Cecil Jumper Sept. 3 Raymond Charles Stewart Jr. Sept. 9 Kelton Kelbert Josh Sept. 5 Mary Foster Tigertail Sept. 11 Mandy Wesley Sept. 9 Anthony Mitchell Cypress Sept. 10 Reuben Henry Billie, Sr. Sept. 25 Maressa A. Cantu Sept. 12 Alexander Lee Buck Sept. 12 Daniel Jumper Sept. 11 Davey Lee Snow Sept. 12 Kaitlin Michelle Billy Sept. 13 To Stephanie and Beaver; Claudia Cypress Doctor Sept. 16 Alexander Rodregus Tommie Sept. 22 Destiny Jade Nunez Sept. 13 I wish you two a Happy, Happy Amos Tiger Sept. 25 Elijah Davaughn Marrero Sept. 5 Tylor Duane Tigertail Sept. 15 Birthday on September 17 and Genesis Osceola Sept. 2 Leslie Renee Fish Sept. 8 Randy Marc Shore Sept. 21 September 28. Leroy Billie Sept. 9 Avalon Susie Jumper Sept. 8 Huber Leon Jr. Sept. 22 The creator has blessed us all Elias (Noah) Jim Sept. 15 Jason Todd Osceola Sept. 22 Zechariah Nathanial Lacey Sept. 30 Happy 9th Birthday to Nikki with the two of you, I pray you two will Nettie Doctor Stewart Sept. 9 Alfred Roy Tucker Sept. 26 Rickyjoe Osceola Alumbaugh Sept. 20 be in good health and in good spirits on Marvin Jason Billie, Sr. Sept. 25 George Henry Osceola Sept. 8 Kirsten Elise Doney Sept. 25 Davis (left) from your family. Love, Dad your day. Elton Carl Baxley Sept. 26 Cecilia Pequeno Sept. 15 Brianna Skye Nunez Sept. 25 Kenny Jo, stepmom Jennifer Ramos, I love you and I miss you very, Sharon Debbie Osceola Sept. 2 Jonah Charles H. Billie Sept. 18 Reagan Thawdape Whitecloud Sept. 26 and big sister Josie. very much, I will see you soon> Jenny Doctor Sept. 6 Cody Brandon Wilcox Sept. 19 Katelyn Rene Young Sept. 26 Love Mom (Cynthia Osceola). Diane Snow Smith Sept. 24 Jessica Frances Buster Sept. 23 Darryl Jay Billie Sept. 2 Samuel C. Osceola, Sr. Sept. 25 Dwayne Billie Sept. 29 Jennifer Marlene Holdiness Sept. 11 Linda Lee Storm Sept. 5 Zena Elizabeth A.Simmons Sept. 4 Skyler Lain Burke Sept. 19 Diane Marie Roberts Sept. 7 Derrick Curtis Johns Sept. 13 Daniel Nunez, Jr. Sept. 28 Mingo Jones Sept. 10 Brian Christopher Osceola Sept. 13 Kendal Lauren Bowers Sept. 29 Geraldine Osceola Sept. 15 Leon James Billie Sept. 17 Fairuza Bentley Billie Sept. 4 Sandy Billie Jr. Sept. 20 Bruce Keith Tommie Sept. 22 Imillakiyo R. D. Osceola Sept. 8 Mahala Ruth Madrigal Sept. 4 Adrain Michael Baker Sept. 28 Yopalakiyo R. J. Osceola Sept. 8 Cordell D. Jumper, Sr. Sept. 12 Christopher Ray Green Sept. 29 Tyrus Colby Billie Sept. 11 Darline Buster Sept. 25 Justin Campos Sept. 1 Kalgary Ann Johns - Motlow Sept. 17 Glenn Emmons Osceola Sept. 13 Amanda Lee Sisneroz Sept. 8 Jayce Tulane Smith Sept. 20 Virginia Osceola Sept. 14 Ildy Jose Garcia Sept. 13 Knananochet Agullbu Osceola Sept. 23 Vincent William Micco Sept. 20 Raynaldo Yzaguirre, III, Sept. 18 Brydgett Thai Koontz Sept. 25 Sylvia Ann Tommie Sept. 24 Bryan Wayne Arledge Sept. 20 Rachael Marie Jumper Sept. 30 Oliver Billie Sept. 12 Courtney Michelle Doctor Sept. 23 Taryn Montana Storm Sept. 2 Clinton Howard Tommie Sept. 12 Tiffany Nicole Frank Sept. 26 Hunter Jacob Tiger Sept. 2 Christine Jimmie Franklin Sept. 20 Joshua Andrew Girtman Sept. 27 Graysun Beartrack Billie Sept. 3 Happy Birthday to Vanessa on Grace Marie Koontz Sept. 18 Tatiana Luisa Gomez Sept. 1 Sydnee Rayzheen Cypress Sept. 4 Sept. 20 from your family. We love you, Happy Birthday to Mela on Hyde Jim Gopher Sept. 4 Lucas Kaine Osceola Sept. 4 Odessa Rayne King Sept. 8 Dad David, Mom Maria, Mela, and Aug. 3 from your family. We love you, James Junior Balentine Sept. 12 Onnie Dallas Cypress Sept. 13 Bly James Davidson Sept. 9 Ethan. Freeman Osceola Sept. 19 Russell Chip Wilson Sept. 15 Dennis Manuel Gonzales, Jr. Sept. 14 Dad David, Mom Maria, Ethan, and Timothy Allen DeHass Sept. 27 Heather Nikole Josh Sept. 20 Kenzie Skylar Motlow Sept. 14 Happy Birthday to Letitia Teal Vanessa. Arnie Lou Gore Sept. 28 Lysandra Frances Apa Osceola Sept. 30 Logan CJ Ortiz Sept. 16 Foster born on September 9th. Wishing Tracey Smith Sept. 22 Celeste Theresa Stockton Sept. 1 Rhett Anthony Tiger Sept. 16 you a very happy birthday. Hope your Happy Birthday to David on Celeste Billie Sept. 28 Robert Donald Cypress, Jr. Sept. 7 Bethany Karyn Billie Sept. 17 wish comes true. I Love & Miss you Sept. 24 from your family. We love you, Manuel Garza Sept. 5 James Frank Tiger, Jr. Sept. 9 Elizabeth Marie Osceola Sept. 18 baby. Be good just the way you are, Maria, Mela, Ethan, and Vanessa. Johnny Lee Jimmie Sept. 2 Courtney Lissite Sanchez Sept. 12 Randee Patricia Osceola Sept. 19 you’re the best. Love you forever, Mom Edith Ann Smith Sept. 26 William Scott Nelson Sept. 18 Michaela Raquel Cypress Sept. 21 (Kim Osceola). Brenda Elizabeth Fuller Sept. 30 Josiah Clifford Williams Sept. 19 Blake Oscar Baker Sept. 3 Corrections Victoria Sue Baker Sept. 15 Ernest Keith Stout Sept. 26 Aiyana Leann Tommie Sept. 3 Patricia Ann Wilcox Sept. 15 Dominic Porter Venzor, Jr. Sept. 26 Amya Elle Baxley Sept. 10 New Kid In the July 27, 2001 issue, Tina Marie Osceola Sept. 18 Travis Quentin Pacheco Sept. 8 Mariah Bowers Sept. 11 Denise Decarolis’s name was misspelled. Norman Jeffery Billie Sept. 26 Marlissa Angnette Tiger Sept. 8 Pernell Paul Bert Sept. 23 In the August 17 issue the fol- Pernell Hosea Bert Sept. 9 Stephanie Leeann Hall Sept. 17 Cecil Shadow Wolf johns Sept. 28 lowing stories: Seminole Indian Casino Rufus Tiger, Jr. Sept. 13 Megan Courtney Jones Sept. 20 Jonathan Lonnie-Chey Buck Sept. 29 Tournament Talk, Operator Needed At Eric Lee Tiger Sept. 25 Damen Kirk Bert Sept. 22 Cassidy Dawn Bert Sept. 2 Hollywood Casino, and Immokalee Casino Offers Free Shuttle Service, were Christopher Scott Osceola Sept. 30 Garrett Billie Anderson Sept. 23 Danyelle Jaime Boromei Sept. 6 written by Alexandra Frank. Wade Parrish Osceola Sept. 10 Dean Tommie Stokes, Jr. Sept. 26 Kian Marcus Billie Madrid Sept. 8 In the August 17 issue the cap- Douglas Mitchell Smith Sept. 18 Solita Murina Perez Sept. 12 Leslie John Gopher, Jr. Sept. 13 tions for the Emahaku Vpelofv Returns to Mariel Johanna Gopher Sept. 22 Spencer Lee Battiest Sept. 17 Deven Osceola Sept. 18 Brighton article were flip flopped. Peggy Kim Osceola Sept. 22 Kalisa Denise Baker Sept. 24 Jerome Moses Stivers Sept. 20 In the August 17th issue in the Michelle Louise Billie Sept. 9 Clayton Isaac Hall Sept. 28 Robert Allen Stivers, Jr. Sept. 20 “Pool League Starts in Immokalee”, Louis Dixie Jim, Jr. Sept. 12 Nicole Marie Osceola Sept. 28 Mary Melania Stivers Sept. 20 Raymond Mora was listed as a tribal Stacy Lynn Sanchez Sept. 17 Letitia Teal Foster Sept. 9 Zackary Skye Buster Sept. 21 member. He is not a member please make Robert Allen Stivers Sept. 19 Brandon Daniels Billie Sept. 21 a note. Franklin James Moore Jr. Sept. 21 Demi Marie Garza Sept. 21 Lyle Vandell Billie Sept. 26 Toby Libra Johns Sept. 29 Seminole Tribune Tisha Lee Walker Sept. 10 Larry Lee Howard Sept. 19 Rama Kothalanka, MD Paulette Renee Lawrence Sept. 29 Deadlines Dorothy Alice Benson Sept. 9 Board Certified General, Vascular Surgeon specialized in Let us welcome Mr. Jovan September 28 Issue Tara Dale Robbins Sept. 15 Blood vessel surgery for dialysis & diabetic circulation Julian Jenkins II born on 7/31/01at 7:22 September 14 Deadline Rita Jayne Gopher Sept. 18 p.m. Jovan weighed 6 lbs. 13 oz. and a Sherri jumper Sept. 19 Cosmetic varicose vein surgery member of the Bird clan. October 19 Issue Virginia Carmen Garcia Sept. 2 Congratulations to the proud par- Dawn Marie Billie Sept. 21 Abdominal surgery ents Danielle Sharp and Jovan Jenkins. October 5 Deadline Michael Micco Sept. 29 Wendi Elizabeth Bowers Sept. 5 Adam Ray Turtle Sept. 6 863-467-5873 Notices Richard Francis Osceola Sept. 13 Indian Child Welfare Training Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, call 954-463-3725. Lenora Marlene Roberts Sept. 19 309 NW 5th Street, Okeechobee, FL 34972 Institute - October 1 - 5, 2001 at the Watch for the next auctions on October Jackie Leona Smith Sept. 24 Radisson Hotel & Casino in Green Bay, 27, 2001 and November 17, 2001. We accept BEECHSTREET, your Tribal health insurance Wisconsin. Topics: Permanency Planning 4th Annual Lauderdale By the in Indian Country Today, Foster Care: Our Sea Craft Festival - October 6-7, 2001, Attention Travelers Way for Our Children, Customary 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoor craft festival on Adoption - Returning to Traditions, and Elmar and Commercial Boulevard at As of Monday, July 2nd, all per Helping Indian Youth with Independent A1A. For information call 954-472-3755 diem is being paid by check. Living. Register on-line at or 813-962-0388, you can also visit us at There will be no more travelers Chickee Baptist Church www.nicwa.org or call Shannon Romero, www.ARTFESTIVAL.com. checks issued. 64th Ave. and Josie Billie 503-222-4044 ext.133 or Florida’s Hometown U.S.A. You must make sure that your [email protected]. Pageant - November 2-4, 2001 in travel arrives in the Travel Department at Hollywood Seminole Reservation USET Annual Meeting and Orlando, FL. There are five age divisions least 5 working days before you travel EXPO - October 23 - 24, 2001 at the for ages 4-19. The winner in each age date. Miccosukee Resort & Convention Center. divisions will receive $500 cash and will Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m. Contact USET EXPO Coordinator at 615- have a busy year of fun and excitement Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m. 872-7900, and check out website, representing her hometown throughout Church Announcement www.usetinc.org. the state. For an application or additional Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Tribal Secretaries Conference - information, please write P.O. Box 337, All Welcome to the Seminole September 23 - 26, 2001 in Anchorage, Fruitland Park, FL 34731 or call 352- Bible Baptist Church of Brighton on Rev. Arlen Payne: Pastor AK. Call Falmouth Institute at 800-992- 326-4217 or fax 352-326-2902. Friday, August 17, 2001. There will be 4489 for detailed information. Halloween Horror Nights XI - gospel singing for one night only. Special (954) 894-5651 The United South and Eastern October 5 - November 3, 2001. Runs groups from Oklahoma City, The Tribes, Inc. (USET) Annual Board of October 5-7, Oct. 7-13, Oct. 17-21, Oct. Master’s Touch and Kathy Antone, per- Directors Meeting & EXPO - October 25-31 and Nov. 2-3, beginning at 7 p.m. forming at 7:00 p.m. with refreshments 22 through October 25, 2001 at the For more information, guest can call 407- starting at 5:30 p.m. Miccosukee Resort & Convention Center, 22-Horror (224-6776) or visit the univer- Miami, FL. Pre-registration fee has been sal website at www.halloweenhor- set at $75.00 p/person for those register- ronights.com. Tribal Member Notice ing by October 8, 2001. For further infor- Addressing Unacceptable mation, contact Wanda Janes, Tribal Employee Behavior - September 10-12, Effective immediately, please Liaison Officer by calling (615) 872-7900 2001 at the Chinook Winds Casino, know your tribal enrollment number or email questions to Lincoln City, OR. Tuition $445, register when calling the Secretary/Treasurers [email protected]. “Because there is by phone 800-706-0102, for Gaming, Office for information regarding any strength in unity.” Tribal & Federal Employees. loans, income verification or certificate of Footy’s Y-100 Wing Ding - National Native American degree of Indian blood. October 13 & 14. Young Circle Park is Media Training Seminar and Knowing your number and that the focus of events this fall. For info call Symposium - November 7 - 9, 2001 an of your children will expedite your the Department of Parks, Recreation and absolute must for all Tribal Council mem- inquiry. This action is due to the increase Cultural Arts 954-921-3404 or visit bers, Tribal news, gaming marketing & in the number of requests by Tribal mem- www.hollywoodfl.org. promotions. E-mail address: bers on a day to day basis. Car & Boat Auction - Saturday, [email protected] for information. Your cooperation is greatly September 29, 2001 at 1901 W. Broward appreciated. The Seminole Tribune 15 September 7, 2001 Jobs v Tahgathkegé Ahhuglahpehgé

Hollywood Brighton Big Cypress Job Title: Accountant Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Medical Receptionist Job Title: Citrus Grove Manager Job Title: Medical Social Worker Open Date: 5-17-01 Location: Hollywood, Open Date: 7-12-01 Open Date: 6-13-01 Open Date: 2-14-01 Close Date: Until Filled Housing/Construction Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Accounting Salary: $23,920 annually w/ benefits Location: Brighton, Health Location: Big Cypress, Location: Big Cypress, Salary: $45,000 annually with Salary: $18,740 w/ benefits Seminole Tribe Groves Family Services benefits Job Title: Medical Receptionist Salary: Negotiable with benefits Salary: Negotiable with benefits Open Date:: 7-12-01 Job Title: Nutritionist Job Title: Accounting Receptionist Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 8-9-01 Job Title: Building Manager Job Title: Survey Rod Technician Open Date: 8-11-01 Location: Hollywood, Health Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 7-12-01 Open Date: 7-12-01 Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $18,740 annually w/ benefits Location: Brighton, Health Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Accounting Salary: $35,000 w/ benefits Location: Big Cypress, Location: Big Cypress, Salary: $18,740 annually w/ benefits Job Title: Office Clerk Building & Grounds Water Resource Open Date: August, 2001 Job Title: Tribal Outreach/Worker Salary: $18,740 annually w/ benefits Management Job Title: As-Built/CAD Drafter Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 2-14-01 Salary: $18,720 annually w/ benefits Open Date: 11-7-00 Location: Hollywood, Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Community Health/Rep Close Date: Until Filled Secretary Treasurer Location: Brighton, Open Date: 11-29-00 Job Title: Transporter Location: Hollywood, Utilities Salary: $20,000 annually w/ benefits Family Services Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 2-22-01 Salary: $28,000 annually w/ benefits Salary: $20,300 w/ benefits Location: Big Cypress, Health Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Senior Admin Assistant Salary: $18,700 annually w/ benefits Location: Big Cypress, Health Job Title: Assistant Manager Open Date: 7-19-01 Job Title: Receptionist Salary: $16,432 with benefits Open Date: August, 2001 Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 7-12-01 Job Title: Custodian Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 7-2-01 Job Title: Water/Waste Water Plant Location: Hollywood, Okalee Madio Adjusting Company Location: Brighton, Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 7-19-01 Salary: $22,500 annually w/ benefits Salary: Negotiable with benefits Sec. Treasurer Location: Big Cypress, Ahfachkee Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $18,740 w/ benefits Salary: $15,600 annually w/ benefits Location: Big Cypress, Utilities Job Title: Commission Officer Job Title: Site Manager Salary: Negotiable commensurate Open Date: 10-31-00 Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: (P/T) Bus Monitor Job Title: Operator Maint. Trainee with experience with Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: August, 2001 Open Date: 7-26-01 benefits. Location: Hollywood, Gaming Location: Hollywood, Hotmeals Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $28,000 annually w/ benefits Salary: Negotiable w/ benefits Location: Brighton, Education Location: Big Cypress, Utilities Job Title: Teachers Aide Salary: $6.05 per hour Salary: $18,720 annually w/ benefits Open Date: 1-31-01 Job Title: Education Counselor Job Title: Solid Waste/ Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: August, 2001 Composting Coord Job Title: Carpenter Job Title: Maintenance Workers Location: Big Cypress, Ahfachkee Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: August, 2001 Open Date: 6-25-01 Open Date: 7-12-01 Salary: $13,644 annually w/ benefits Location: Hollywood, Utilities Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Salary: Annually w/ benefits Location: Hollywood, Utilities Location: Brighton, Location: Big Cypress, Job Title: Commission Officer Salary: $27,800 annually w/ benefits Housing/Construction Buildings & Grounds Open Date: 7-19-01 Job Title: Loan Officer Salary: $33,280 w/ benefits Salary: $18,720 annually w/ benefits Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 8-9-01 Job Title: Instrument Survey Tech Location: Big Cypress, Gaming Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: August, 2001 Job Title: Counselor Salary: $28,000 annually w/ benifits Location: Hollywood, Credit & Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 10-17-00 Finance Location: Hollywood, Close Date: Until Filled Salary: Negotiable with benefits Survey & Mapping Location: Brighton, Salary: Negotiable with benefits Family Services Job Title: Maintenance Worker Salary: Negotiable with benefits Open Date: August, 2001 Job Title: Heavy Equipment/ Pump Operator Open Date: 7-12-01 Coconut Creek Immokalee Close Date: Until Filled Location: Brighton, Water Job Title: Commission Officer Job Title: Cultural Language Resource Management Open Date: 10-31-00 Instructor Salary: $19,760 annually w/ Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 7-19-01 benefits Location: Coconut Creek, Gaming Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $28,000 annually with Location: Immokalee, benifits Cultural Education Salary: $28,120 with benifits Job Title: Surveillance Operator Open Date: 3-7-01 Job Title: Surveillance Operator Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-7-01 Location: Coconut Creek, Gaming Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $17,680 annually with Location: Immokalee, benifits Cultural Education Salary: $17,680 with benifits The Seminole Tribune 16 September 7, 2001 The final judging and tabulations began after During the intermission, Sonny Nevaquaya After the intermission, reigning Princesses After the presentation, Moses and Erica began The next announcement was Miss Congeniality. Bowers was announced as the 1st Toahooke It was an outstanding evening of Seminole Cypress Reservation, Christine McCall-Hollywood Osceola-Hollywood Reservation, Tasha Reservation, The two contestants New Mexico. Tucker-Taos, Whitney Bowers- Big Toahooke vying for Miss Seminole were Cypress Reservation and Mercedes Osceola-Hollywood Reservation. the traditional outfit, talent presentation, and impromptu question segments were completed. Each contestant han- dled the categories with ease, leaving many to wonder who would be a finalist. played two songs for the audience. One was a tribute My Only Take You Why Did song entitled “Vietnam Also in the program was a Son” and “Amazing Grace.” screening of a video by Seminole Broadcasting called Continue”. Edited by Diane Matos and Iretta “Traditions the video was an excellent view of Seminole Tiger, culture. Tribal took the stage to say their farewells. Before announcement of the winners, Mitchell Cypress present- The ed each contestant with a Princess Logo Medallion. pageant committee voted to recognize each contestant with a commemorative medallion and asked Mitchell to contestants. make a special presentation to this year’s for the Miss Winner Talent The announcing the winners. Bowers and the Jr. Toahooke Seminole contestants was The Pageant was June Jumper. Winner Talent Miss Committee took a few moments to present the panel of judges with gift bags to show their appreciation for time and commitment. Mercedes Osceola won the Miss Congeniality in Miss Seminole division and June Jumper won in the Jr. what everyone had Finally, Miss Seminole category. The runners up for the been waited for was announced. Miss Seminole were: 4th runner up Christine McCall, Jr. Bowers, 2nd runner up-Tasha 3rd runner up-Trina Miss and then Jr. Tucker Osceola, 1st runner up-Whitney Seminole 2001- June Jumper. runner up and Mercedes Osceola was named Miss Seminole Princess 2001. The commitment and dedica- talent and culture. beauty, tion by everyone involved in the production was appar- ent. Congratulations to Mercedes, June, and their parents towards representing the for their devotion and efforts in a positive light. Tribe Seminole After Laura Mae’s remarks, the Princess After Laura Mae’s Next came the introduction of judges and featured Officials Tribal The introduction of recurring theme was to “remember the past, A Aguilar pointed out that much of the Elaine Tribe Next, the reigning royalty of Seminole Miss The 2001 Seminole Princess and Jr. and what you are, wear your traditional clothing honor your heritage.” The 2001 Princess Committee members were introduced. Bowers, F. Wanda Committee members are Chairperson Connie Frank Tiger, Tucker Priscilla Sayen, Ginger Salina Snow Wilson, Gowen, Erica North Deitz, Gloria Gale Motlow Boone and Jeanette Cypress. Dorgan, Superintendent, Greg scorekeepers. Judge # 1 was BIA Artist” from Maddox. Judge #2 was the “Barefoot Arlene Cabrera- Arcadia, Guy Labree. Judge # 3 was for the Leadership Marcos, Senior Development Officer of Miami-Dade. Judge # 4 was Jill S. Way Giving United Creech, President of Creech Engineers, Inc. Stuart. Ted, McMillin, granddaughter of Judge # 5 was Lynn in Chokoloskee. Salina owner of the Smallwood Store and Coordinator, Tabulation served as the Snow Dorgan Josephine Motlow North and Diane Buster served as scorekeepers. Acting Chairman Mitchell Cypress, remarks by Brighton Hollywood Councilman Max Osceola, Jr., Immokalee Council Sr., Huff, Wayne Councilman John Tribal Seminole Aguilar, Representative Elaine Tribal Ambassador Joe Dan Osceola, and former Chairwoman, Betty Mae Jumper. honor our elders who worked hard with very few recog- resources to help bring us where we are today, nize and appreciate the elders who are still with us be proud of our history and culture.” Seminole history and tradition was passed down verbally through the generations and now is time for Tribal youth to garner this information from Senior Citizens. was introduced. Looking resplendent in beautiful tradi- Seminole 2000; Jo tional clothing, Desiree Jumper-Miss Miss Seminole 2000; Kenny Davis, Jr.- Jo Osceola-Jr. Miss Tucker-Little Seminole 2000; Isabel Little Mr. Seminole 2000; Clarissa Randolph-Miss Brighton Miss Brighton Princess; Princess 2000; Mary Huff-Jr. and Holly Johns-Seminole Rodeo Queen attended the event. This year there were Contestants were introduced next. Miss Seminole and two contest- seven contestants for Jr. Miss contestants were; The Jr. ants for Miss Seminole. Bowers-Brighton Reservation, June Jumper-Big Trina The judges not only awarded points for the Thursday evening, prior to the Saturday On flute The graceful notes of Sonny Nevaquaya’s Acting Chairman/President Mitchell Cypress, Laura Mae said the idea for a Seminole Princess Princess page 1 Continued from sense of humor, June was named Miss Congeniality in sense of humor, For the talent competition, she nar- Miss category. the Jr. rated a video showing the process of making corn sof- kee, a traditional Seminole drink. June will be starting Academy in Gainesville, her senior year at Brenau Georgia. physical beauty of each contestant but also their poise, with Tribe and the ability to represent personality, The talent section of the competition dignity as well. knowledge about the traditions, tested each contestant’s The judges had a culture, and history of the Seminole. job in determining the finalists, because each difficult young lady was qualified for the title. evening pageant, the contestants adhered to a schedule that allowed the judges to meet and interact with each The itinerary for the contestants contestant personally. and judges included a pool party dinner at the Sheraton Hotel (with entertainment provided by the Club Tower Drums of Polynesia), and a banquet at the with a beautiful flute recital by Sonny Nevaquaya. It all Tribal came down to a refined finish in the Seminole Auditorium. Office resonated through the air as guests arrived. Hosted by and co-hosted by former Seminole Jr. Moses Jumper, Princess, Erica Dietz, the program began with an invoca- tion by Jack Motlow. welcomed the audience and thanked everyone for com- ing out to support the ladies in pageant. Hollywood also welcomed the Councilman, Max Osceola, Jr. Tribal Laura Mae Osceola to crowd and invited his mother, speak a few words regarding the history of Seminole Princess competition. came from the need for positive public relations during in 1957. organization Tribe’s the time of Seminole in Tribe They were looking for someone to represent the the public with dignity and eloquence. Connie Frank was selected for possessing those attributes as well her beauty. Laura Mae encouraged everyone to remember where this came from, that things were not always as they are Tribe and worked hard for the now and our elders suffered She said, “be proud of who Tribe. future of the Seminole Pictures by Robert Kippenberger Pictures