Articles from the October 19, 2015 edition
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Tribal Council Holds First Monthly Meeting in New Government Center
The regular monthly meeting of the Red Lake Tribal Council was conducted for the first time at the new Tribal Government Center on the south shore of Red Lake on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. The tribe had been conducting business out of a former hospital for many years. The new facility with its unique eagle design more closely...
First book on Red Lake history, 'Warrior Nation,' released
BEMIDJI—Since European settlers arrived on the eastern shores of what became the United States, land borders have been drawn, people moved and communities erased. Centuries have passed and the Red Lake Nation, located in Northwestern Minnesota, has stood solid, unyielding and with little of its story known by the outside world. Anton Treuer's book "Warrior Nation: A History...
American Indian Heritage Month Programming on Lakeland Public TV
November is American Indian Heritage Month in the United States. In the spirit of that celebration, Lakeland Public Television, KAWE/KAWB Channels 9/22 will be airing several programs related to and about America's Indigenous Peoples. The fourth submission, Rising Voices/Hothaninpi, is about indigenous language revitalization,...
Ojibwe fur trade history explored in reprinted book
BEMIDJI—After a successful first run, the Beltrami County Historical Society has issued a second printing of "Ojibwe Imprints on Northern Minnesota," a book exploring life in 19th Century Beltrami County. Released last fall, the book has gained word of mouth recognition, warranting a second publication which was printed in January. Beltrami County Historical Society...
Phone scam targets utility customers
BEMIDJI -- On Friday, several Bemidji-area businesses received calls from persons looking to gain sensitive financial information or money, according to a release from the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office. The businesses receiving the calls were told their electric service would be disconnected if payment was not received within a certain time frame, the release said. The...
Enbridge, PUC ask Minnesota Supreme Court to take up Sandpiper case
ST. PAUL - Attorneys for both Enbridge Energy and state regulators have asked the Minnesota Supreme Court to take up a ruling that overturned a permit for the Sandpiper crude oil pipeline. In September, the Minnesota Court of Appeals overturned the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission's approval of a certificate of need for the Sandpiper project because the court said the PUC...
Award-winning American Indian scientist to speak Monday at BSU
BEMIDJI -- An award-winning scientist noted for his work on curing human diseases is the keynote speaker at the North Star STEM Alliance Kick-Off event Monday at the American Indian Resource Center on the BSU campus. The public is invited from 7 to 7:30 p.m. to hear Joshua Marceau, a doctoral candidate at the University of Montana’s biomedical sciences department. Marceau is...
Suspect arrested in Grand Forks bank robberies
GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- A Crookston woman is in custody for the armed robberies of two Grand Forks banks in recent weeks, according to Grand Forks Police. Charlene Mae Corona, 39, was charged Friday with two counts of robbery, both Class B felonies, and two counts of terrorizing, both Class C felonies, in Grand Forks District Court, though she is being held in Moorhead on...
Red Lake Elementary School Football Action - P2
Red Lake Elementary School Football Action of Thursday, October 15, 2015 in Red Lake....
2nd Annual Darren "Scruff" Cook Sr. Scramble Results - P4
50/50 Winner: Karen White Longest Putt: Rexford Strong Longest Drive: Rob Roy and Lisa Sumner Closest to the Pin: Alex Barrett Skins: Julian Lussier (Hole #2) Rexford Strong (Hole #4) Rexford Strong (Hole #6) Rexford Strong (Hole #15) Mixed Results: 1st Place: Pat Defoe, Lisa Defoe, Diana Kingbird, Leo Kingbird 2nd Place:...
Red Lake Jr. High Warriors edged by Cass Lake 24-20 - P9
On Tuesday, October 6, 2015 the Red Lake Jr. High football team hosted Cass Lake. Red Lake led by a touchdown most of the game, but in the 4th quarter Cass Lake scored on a fumble to take the lead and hang on for the win....
JV Warriors edge Cass Lake Panther JV - P10
On Monday, October 5, 2015, the Red Lake Warriors JV hosted the Cass Lake Panthers. Playing both 11 and 9-man, each team kept pace with one another until the final quarter with Red Lake winning 42-32....
Red Lake Chemical Health sponsors 5K Color Walk/Fun Run for Recovery - P14
RED LAKE - On Tuesday, September 29, 2015, Red Lake Chemical Health sponsored a 5K Color Walk/Fun Run for Recovery. Registration began at 9 AM, with T-shirts going to the first 100 participants, and the event kicked off at 10 AM on the road by the Red Lake Boys and Girls Club. Walkers and runners went through the Red Lake...
Lady Warriors win fourth game in row 3-1 against Fond du Lac - P17
On Thursday, September 24, 2015 the Red Lake Lady Warriors Volleyball teams hosted Fond du Lac, taking the best of 5 series 3-1. FDL won the first game 26-24, and Red Lake won 3 in a row for the win. Earlier in the week Red Lake defeated Halstad on their home court. Today's win was Red Lake's fourth consecutive win of the...
Warriors improving but fall to Pine River 64-20 - P21
The Red Lake Warriors played their third home game of the season on Friday, September 18, 2015, falling to Pine River 64-20 Down 40-6 in the last minute of play in the first half, Red Lake scored two quick touchdowns to pull within 22 points at 40-18 at the end. The Warriors will host Pillager on Friday, September 25, 2015,...
Back to School Fest held in Red Lake - P23
On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 Red Lake Chemical Health Programs sponsored their annual "Back to School Fest" at the Red Lake Ball Field area and the Cage. Starting at 5 PM, school bags were handed out to students, there were carnival games and prizes including new bikes, and a hot dog lunch was served. Over 350 students were...
Lady Warriors win first game of season, but lose to Cass Lake 3-1 - P27
On Thursday, September 10, 2015 the Red Lake Lady Warriors Volleyball teams hosted Cass Lake. The Varsity won the first game, but Cass Lake came back to win the next three games, winning the set 3-1. The Junior Varsity lost 2-0, while the Junior High team won their first game, but lost the next two to finish 2-1. The varsity...
Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow - Saturday Afternoon Session - P31
The Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow was held on the weekend of September 4, 2015....
Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow - Friday Evening Session - P31
The Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow was held on the weekend of September 4, 2015....
Chickasaw White House to host Harvest Fest
EMET, Okla. – The 2015 Harvest Fest will be 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Chickasaw White House in Emet, Oklahoma. This year's event includes the Chickasaw Nation celebration of the 120th year of the Chickasaw White House. Once considered a mansion on the frontier, the Chickasaw White House was home to Gov. Douglas...
Chickasaw film chosen for California film festival
SAN FRANCISCO – The world's oldest venue dedicated solely to showcasing Native American films has selected the Chickasaw Nation's "First Encounter" for screening in November. The American Indian Film Institute (AIFI) chose the documentary for its 40th annual film festival Nov. 6-14. "First Encounter" was judged Best Short...
Indian Health Services Releases Long-Awaited Update to Policy on Emergency Contraception
Washington, DC — The American Civil Liberties Union today commends Indian Health Services (IHS) for issuing an updated policy to ensure that Native American women can obtain Plan B emergency contraception at IHS facilities. The update comes more than two years after a federal court ordered the FDA to approve Plan B One- Step as an over-the-counter drug for women of all ages (...
HOUSEKEEPING ROOM ATTENDANT - Seven Clans Casinos –Thief River Falls
** 2-EXTERNAL POSITION OPENINGS ** HOUSEKEEPING ROOM ATTENDANT RATE OF PAY: Depending upon experience LOCATION: Seven Clans Casinos –Thief River Falls, MN OPENS: October 16, 2015 CLOSES: October 30, 2015 SCOPE OF POSITION Under the direct supervision of the Executive Housekeeper and Housekeeping Supervisor, is responsible to...
LIFEGUARD (Swing Shift) - Seven Clans Casinos –Thief River Falls
** 2-EXTERNAL POSITION OPENING ** LIFEGUARD (Swing Shift) RATE OF PAY: Depending upon experience LOCATION: Seven Clans Casinos –Thief River Falls, MN REQUIRED TRAINING AVAILABLE OPENS: October 16, 2015 CLOSES: October 30, 2015 POSITION OBJECTIVES: Under the direct supervision of the prevailing Life Guard Supervisor is...
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN - Seven Clans Casinos – Thief River Falls
** 2-EXTERNAL POSITION OPENING ** EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN RATE OF PAY: Depending upon experience LOCATION: Seven Clans Casinos – Thief River Falls,, MN. OPENS: October 16, 2015 CLOSES: October 30, 2015 POSITION OBJECTIVES: Under the general supervision of the prevailing Security Manager is responsible to oversee an...
