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Articles from the May 16, 2016 edition


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  • A milestone for Red Lake: 10 years of walleye fishing in state and tribal waters

    May 16, 2016

    RED LAKE AND WASKISH, Minn. -- Pat Brown and Gary Barnard were working at opposite ends of Upper and Lower Red lakes in 1997, but the fisheries biologists encountered scenarios that were as similar as they were gloomy. The two connected basins -- on the Red Lake Indian Reservation to the west and the eastern shore of Upper Red Lake in Beltrami County -- were all but devoid of walleyes. http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/outdoors/fishing/4031975-milestone-red-lake-10-years-walleye-fishing-state-and-tribal-waters-video...

  • Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aid students finish training

    Courtney White|May 16, 2016

    Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aid students finished their training on Friday, May 13, 2016. It was Megan Hever's last group she would be instructing and they celebrated with cake and other goodies The class began on March 28, 2016 and was held at Oshkiimaajitahdah (New Beginnings) in Redby, Monday - Thursday from 9 AM to 2 PM. Those completing the course would earn 4 college credits towards a healthcare career, through Northwest Technical College....

  • What's Left: Lives Touched by Suicide' features more than 40 Minnesota artists

    May 16, 2016

    RED LAKE—Suicide is often hard to talk about. But an art exhibit now on display at Red Lake Nation College is working to change that. "If you have a broken arm, we can fix it. If you have a broken head, kind of, people don't see it and people are afraid to talk about it. So that's what we're trying to do: Talk and listen," said John Bauer, project director. "What's Left: Lives Touched by Suicide" features more than 40 Minnesota artists who have experienced being left behind as a result of suicide. http://www.bemidjipioneer...

  • Red Lake High School Annual Warrior's Honor Banquet held in Red Lake - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    On Wednesday, May 11, 2016 the Red Lake High School held their annual Warrior's Honor Banquet at the Seven Clans Casino Event Center in Red Lake. The evening banquet honored students in both academics and athletics. In academics, members of the Knowledge Bowl were recognizes, as well as members of the RLHS Band, the 2016 Graduating Senior Class, Academic Letters and some scholarship awards were presented. In athletics, those honored were students in football, volleyball, girl's and boy's golf,...

  • Verna Rose Kingbird

    May 16, 2016

    Verna Rose Kingbird Born: Mon., Oct. 13, 1952 Died: Thu., May 12, 2016 Visitation 12:00 PM Sat., May 14, 2016 Location: Ponemah Boys and Girls Club Traditional Native Service 2:00 PM Mon., May 16, 2016 Location: Ponemah Boys and Girls Club Verna Rose Kingbird, "Zoongkwe" which means Strong Woman, of the Eagle Clan, age 63, of Ponemah, began her spiritual journey on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the Havenwood Care Center in Bemidji, with her family by her side. She was born on October 13, 1952 in...

  • Day Two: 6th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Conference held in Red Lake - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    RED LAKE - On Tuesday, May 10, 2016, the second day of the 6th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Conference began at 8 AM at the Red Lake Casino Event Center with registration and breakfast. After the Opening Ceremony, Red Lake's eldest elder, Gordon Bailey, presented the welcome and opening remarks. A Talent Show took place, with prizes of $100 for 1st Place, $75.00 for Second and $50 for Third Place, followed by a Youth Showcase that featured children from the Red Lake Head Start Immersion Progra...

  • Lady Warriors downed by Lady Mustangs on very cold evening

    Michael Barrett|May 16, 2016

    On Friday, May 13, 2016 the Red Lake Lady Warriors hosted the Kelliher-Northome Mustangs and what may have been one of the coldest days ever in the middle of May. The Lady Warriors' young team were defeated due to some good pitching and hitting by the Mustangs....

  • Day One: 6th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Conference held in Red Lake - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    RED LAKE - On Monday, May 9, 2016 the 6th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Conference began at 8 AM at the Red Lake Casino Event Center with registration and breakfast. Chairman Darrell Seki Sr. gave the welcome and opening remarks, followed by an exhibition by Larry Yazzie and the Native Pride Dancers. Two presentations took place starting at around 10 AM. The first was Dementia Awareness, presented by Karen (Holstein) Bedeau and Carol Priest, and the second was a presentation on "Working with...

  • Annual report by Native American parents says the Duluth school district isn't doing enough to educate students

    May 16, 2016

    DULUTH, Minn. -- An annual report by Native American parents says the Duluth school district isn't doing enough to educate Native American students, but those parents say they are seeing some progress. The state-mandated parent advisory committee presented its findings to the School Board last week with a resolution of "non-concurrence," which the district has a history of receiving from the committee. It's an "archaic" term from state statute, but the designation isn't seen as punitive, said Dennis Olson, director of Indian Education for the...

  • 11th Annual Youth Conference Held at Red Lake; "Shaping the Future" is Theme - P2

    Michael Meuers|May 16, 2016

    Hundreds of young people descended on Red Lake High School for the 11th Annual Red Lake Nation Youth Leadership Conference held Wednesday thru Friday, May 4 to 6, 2016, at Red Lake Minnesota. The conference theme this year was "Shaping the Future." Workshops and presentations were held from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day, with a shorter day Friday. As usual, several workshops occurred simultaneously. Sessions this year included culturally related workshops on moccasin making, and jewelry making....

  • Some Sunday evening fishing near the Blackduck Bridge on the Red Lake Indian Reservation - P6

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    Some Sunday evening fishing near the Blackduck Bridge on the Red Lake Indian Reservation....

  • Warriors win first two games of season with 12-6 win over Lake of the Woods - P7

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    The Red Lake Warriors won their first two games of the season with 12-6 win over Lake of the Woods in Red Lake. Although they only played one game, they decided beforehand that this scheduled double-header would give two victories to the winner. Red Lake was supposed to play a game at Lake of the Woods in April but was cancelled because of rain. Alex English pitched the entire 7 innings for the Warriors and got the win. The JV Varsity baseball team were also winners on the afternoon. Red Lake...

  • 11th Annual Youth Leadership Conference kicks off in Red Lake - P8

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    Conference began on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at Red Lake High School the Red Creek Drum Group, and facilitators Chance Rush and Murphy Thomas, followed by the welcome address by Red Lake Tribal Chairman Darrell Seki Sr. The Red Lake Youth Council presented their address and introduced their members, followed by Key Note speakers Kasey Nicholson and Bobby Wilson. Workshops were held in the afternoon until 3:10 PM. They included Moccasin Making with Vicky Fineday; Cultural Identity with Kasey...

  • Two bad early innings help Nevis to beat Red Lake 15-5 - P9

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    On Tuesday, May 3, 2016, the Red Lake Warrior Baseball Team hosted Nevis. Two bad early innings for Red Lake helped Nevis to secure the win, 15-5. Red Lake Baseball Schedule: http://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2016/04/01/sports/2016-red-lake-warrior-baseball-schedule/45435.html Red Lake Girls Softball Schedule: http://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2016/03/31/sports/2016-red-lake-lady-warriors-upper-mississippi-conference-softball-schedule/45392.html...

  • Warriors improving, but drop another game to Blackduck - P14

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    The Red Lake Warriors Baseball Team hosted the Blackduck Drakes on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. Blackduck beat Red Lake 14-4 in the Drakes home opener on April 12, 2016. Red Lake Baseball Schedule: http://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2016/04/01/sports/2016-red-lake-warrior-baseball-schedule/45435.html Red Lake Girls Softball Schedule: http://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2016/03/31/sports/2016-red-lake-lady-warriors-upper-mississippi-conference-softball-schedule/45392.html...

  • Red Lake High School 2016 Prom - P16

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    The 2016 Red Lake High School Prom was held on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at the Red Lake Casino Event Center. Red Lake High School Prom 2016 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrUKMki48F8...

  • Lady Warriors Softball Team hosts Pine River in make-up game - P12

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    The Red Lake Lady Warriors Varsity and Junior Varsity Softball Teams hosted Pine River in a make-up game on Thursday, April 28, 2016. Pine River took both games. Red Lake Baseball Schedule: http://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2016/04/01/sports/2016-red-lake-warrior-baseball-schedule/45435.html Red Lake Girls Softball Schedule: http://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2016/03/31/sports/2016-red-lake-lady-warriors-upper-mississippi-conference-softball-schedule/45392.html...

  • Red Lake #5 upsets #4 Browerville/Eagle Valley 66-52 to advance in State Tournament - P46

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 16, 2016

    From KKCQ Sports Class A State Quarterfinal – Red Lake 66 vs. Browerville/Eagle Valley 52 Fifth seed and seventh-ranked (MBN) Red Lake (27-4) pushed its winning streak to 15 games by knocking off fourth seed and fifth-ranked (MBN) Browerville/Eagle Valley (26-3) 66-62 on Thursday afternoon at Williams Arena in the 2016 MSHSL Class A quarterfinal on the campus of the University of Minnesota. A program with a reputation for a loyal and spirited crowd, Red Lake was buoyed by the sixth man...

  • Health Coordinator-Bi-County Early Head Start

    May 16, 2016

    Health Coordinator-Early Head Start This position oversees and tracks, medical and dental service components of the Early Head Start program. Provides health education information to program participants and staff; including prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum. Consults with parents and Head Start staff on health related matters. Position requires an associate's degree with current LPN licensure in the State of Minnesota and two years' experience working with pregnant women and children...

  • Community Painting and Planting Party

    May 16, 2016

    The Bemidji Participatory Arts Collective, in collaboration with artist Mary Therese, Harmony Foods Coop, Rail River Folk School, Bemidji Community Food Shelf, and BWELL, invite you to a Community Painting and Planting Party. DATE: Saturday May 21st , 12-3pm LOCATION: Rail River Folk School (303 Railroad St SW, Bemidji) CONTACT INFO: 218-407-7266 or visit: www.facebook.com/PAC Bemidji This event is free and handicap-accessible. At the event participants will: • Join artist Mary Therese to paint a Public Art piece to be installed at Harmony's...

  • FREE Suicide Prevention Training

    FREE Suicide Prevention Training June 7th, 2-5pm Prime West Conference Room, 3124 Hannah Ave NW, Bemidji, MN Contact Stephanie Downey at 218-441-4565 or sdowney@evergreenyfs.org for information on how to register. safeTALK is a 3-hour suicide prevention workshop hosted by the Beltrami Area Suicide Prevention Program and offered by NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is an evidence-based practice that allows time for both practice and discussion. The training is open to everyone. safeTALK is based on research that shows people...

  • Albrecht will seek third mayoral term

    May 16, 2016

    BEMIDJI—Bemidji Mayor Rita Albrecht said she is seeking a third term in November's election, with the hope of continuing the City Council's work on a range of issues. Albrecht said ongoing priorities she would address if re-elected are resolving litigation between Bemidji, Northern Township and Bemidji Township as well as litigation related to Birchmont Drive assessments. http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/4032953-election-albrecht-will-seek-third-mayoral-term...

  • Reeling in the fish. . . and the dollars: Fishing opener has tremendous economic impact

    May 16, 2016

    BEMIDJI -- For the first time since the ice melted away, Lake Bemidji and surrounding waters will once again become a lively scene as boats and bait splash on through to usher in Minnesota’s fishing season opener. And local cash registers will “ring” the praises of one of the state’s great traditions as anglers near and far make an economic impact. "Boats begin showing up around town and everyone's filled with anticipation and excitement," said Susan Goudge, executive director of Visit Bemidji. "Every retailer inventories up for the...

  • Sanford Health recognizes nurses

    May 16, 2016

    BEMIDJI—With more than 490 nurses, Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota is the largest employer of nurses in the region. To celebrate the profession, Sanford recently honored nursing staff with a Nursing Recognition Reception. At the reception several individuals received recognition, according to a Sanford release. • The Nursing Innovation Award recognizes a nurse or nursing team involved in innovation in the practice of nursing through behaviors, actions and delivery of care. The recipient of the 2016 Nursing Innovation Award was CiOps...

  • New Mexico Attorney General, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Tribal Law Enforcement, Service Providers & Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Work to Combat Human Trafficking on Native American Lands

    May 16, 2016

    Albuquerque, NM – This week, prosecutors and special agents from the Office of the Attorney General joined the Bureau of Indian Affairs, tribal law enforcement agencies, service providers and the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) to combat human trafficking on Native American lands in New Mexico. The working conference, Sex Trafficking in Indian Country, demonstrates the critical importance of federal, state and tribal entities working together with service providers to...

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