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Your Oneida Nation Connection
APRIL 2024
BUSINESS COMMITTEE Forum pg 2
Oneida Artists Collaborate on
OSCAR DESIGN
By Mia Charnon
Creative Services/Kalihwisaks
Lily Gladstone continued to make history at the 96th
Academy Awards (AA) by becoming the first Indigenous
woman to receive a Best Actress nomination for her role
as Mollie Burkhart in the Martin Scorsese film, Killers of
the Flower Moon. At the AA festivities, Gladstone wore
a stunning gown that will forever link this event to some
talented Indigenous artists, including Joe Big Mountain,
who was featured in the November 2023 edition.
Big Mountain's connection to Gladstone began when
she wore his quillwork in a photo shoot for British Vogue
Magazine. This connection continued recently when Gucci’s
Creative Director Sabato De Sarno formed a groundbreaking
collaboration with Big Mountain, as well as other Indigenous
artists, to design a custom midnight-blue velvet gown that
paid homage to Gladstone’s Blackfeet heritage. The gown
featured a strapless silhouette and a matching cape adorned
with floral quillwork petals, symbolizing the enduring beauty
of Indigenous artistry passed down through generations. This
remarkable moment marked the first time a high-fashion luxury
label collaborated with an Indigenous artist on an Oscars
design, celebrating both creativity and cultural heritage.
“I can literally feel the love poured into each quill and
bead—the dress is alive with it,” says Lily Gladstone.
Gladstone intentionally infused her Oscar look
with Indigenous motifs, as she believes this
historic moment should be shared
by Natives everywhere. The
choice of quillwork
holds immense cultural
significance across many
Nations, including the
Blackfeet. For her, it’s a
personal connection—she
grew up admiring quillwork
Photo Courtesy of
Getty Images
Continued on pg. 13
Oneida Artists Collaborate
on Oscar Design
ONEIDA'S NEWEST CFO
HALL O F FAM E
KEEPERS OF THE EARTH
Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies
North Amer. Indigenous Athletics
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Our Carbon Footprint
PG 4
PG 5
PG 10
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NATION
KALIHWISAKS
BUSINESS COMMITTEE FORUM
By Jameson Wilson
Oneida Business Committee Councilman
Shekoli khale hoyan (Hello and happy new year)! I would
like to send my well wishes to all our Oneida relatives near
and far and hope that 2024 is a prosperous year for you
and your family. In January, our community put through
Tsha tekohsélha (saw-deh-go-sail-ha) our Midwinter
ceremony where we were once again fortunate to renew
our responsibilities as Ukwehuwe (the real/original people)
for another cycle. Seeing this is my first Oneida Business
Committee (OBC) forum in the Kalihwisaks, it’s important
that I extend my heartfelt gratitude and deep appreciation
to the Oneida community for believing in my ability to
serve as councilman and represent our Nation for the
2023-2026 term. Yaw^ko ki wah (thank you very much)!
During the campaign, I had two major strategies that I
worked on that continue to guide me in my new role as
a councilman. My vision for Oneida is: “Rebuilding our
Nation together with compassion, kindness, empathy and
optimism.” The five (5) priorities that I will focus on during
this term are:
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• Technology
• Energy
• Community and Economic Development
and Diversification
• Housing
The other strategy that guided my campaign was
Native Nation Building. My goal was to gain a deeper
understanding of how this approach could positively
transform the governing structure of our Nation to reflect
our traditional Haudenosaunee governance system. Native
Nation Building is an extensively detailed concept that
can be explained as a process by which a Tribal Nation
strengthens its own capacity for effective and culturally
relevant self-government and sustainable community
development. The OBC kicked-off the 2023-2026 term
with a week’s worth of Nation Building which provided
an overarching theme for the development of the OBC’s
Strategic Plan.
As an OBC councilman, I serve as a member of the
Legislative Operating Committee (LOC) and was elected
by my fellow councilmembers to serve as chairman of the
LOC, which is a responsibility that I hold in high regard. One
of the LOC’s goals is to enhance community engagement
to spur more participation in the lawmaking process. Thus
far, we have hosted two community meetings where we
gathered feedback and suggested solutions that may
help strengthen the Nation’s laws, policies, codes and
ordinances.
As I continue to serve the Nation, the priorities I
campaigned with are well intact. I am committed to serving
the Nation with compassion, kindness, empathy, and
optimism.
ECouncilman Wilson attended the
Regional Tribal Operations Committee
(RTOC) Meeting at Oneida Hotel
and provided the Kanahelatuksla (What’s used to extend greetings and
thankfulness for the attendees. Many
were from the Federal Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA). Councilman
Wilson serves as liaison to RTOC.
Councilman Wilson readingG
the book, Turtles Race with
Beaver, for story time at
Oneida Community Library
ECouncilman Kirby Metoxen,
Dan Webster, Tana Aguirre,
Councilman Jameson Wilson,
Councilman
Jonas
Hill,
Chairman
Tehassi
Hill
and Councilman Marlon
Skenandore attending the
2024 State of the Tribes
Address in Madison, WI in
February 2024.
HEALTH
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OCHD Introduces
Two Exceptional Leaders
Meet Dr. Karen Lane, the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division's (OCHD) new
Medical Director. Dr. Lane brings with her over 25 years of pediatric experience.
She graduated from Michigan State University – College of Osteopathic Medicine
in 1995 and has been certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 1998.
Dr. Lane is spearheading the implementation of team-based care at OCHD,
a patient-centered model where dedicated health care providers address
individual needs.
Dennis Reckelberg is the new OCHD Pharmacy Director, holds a Doctor
of Pharmacy from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. His commitment to
community care is evident through his years of service as a Big Brother with Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin. Dennis’ connection to the Oneida
community makes him a valuable addition to our team.
Debra Danforth, Director of Operations, expresses gratitude for the experienced
and compassionate leadership joining OCHD, “Our new additions are excited
to incorporate new approaches to providing the highest quality care for the
Oneida community.”
More OCHD Leaders-The hiring didn't stop with Dr. Lane and Dennis. OCHD
also hired Ana Nikolova, Seth Moore, Lauren Cornette, Maria Boeck, and Paige
Dworak.
Ana Nikolova
DDS, MS
Seth Moore
APNP
Lauren Cornette
APNP
Maria Boeck
RDN, CD, CDES
Paige Dworak
MPH
Click or Scan
the QR Code to view
new OCHD staff
backgrounds
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CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
KALIHWISAKS
Introducing Oneida's
NEWEST CFO
Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies
I look forward to collaborating with
Treasurer Larry Barton to promote
financial accountability with my
fiscally conservative nature.
Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies
Submitted by Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies
Oneida Nation Chief Financial Officer
Shekoli Swakweku. I am deeply humbled and honored
to have been selected as the first female CFO for the
Oneida Nation. I have 32 years of governmental accounting
experience with the Oneida Nation and Shawano County.
I have held positions in payroll, purchasing, travel, budget,
accounting, and most recently as the Nation’s Assistant
Chief Financial Officer for the past 13 years.
These are a few of my career accomplishments:
• Implementing accounting and timekeeping systems
• Implementing an inventory system
• Acquisition, re-negotiating, and compliance for both
financial institution debt and bond debt
• Drafting a General Welfare Assistance law that was
used as the template for Oneida Nation
• Providing guidance and the debt extinguishment plan
for $93.6 million of debt
• Providing financial guidance to help build cash from
$60.3 million in 2008 to $368.7 million in January 2024
• Building the equity (value) of the Nation from $412
million in 2008 to $1.296 billion in January 2024
• Helped guide the government through the Great
Recession of 2008 and the COVID-19 Pandemic shutdown
During my career I have been so lucky to have wonderful
mentors in Diane Rusch, Tina Danforth, and Larry Barton.
I have an Associate of Applied Science in Accounting from
NWTC, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
and Accounting from Silver Lake College, and a Master of
Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting
from Lakeland College. I am currently working towards
a Doctoral Degree in Business Administration with an
emphasis in Advanced Accounting from Northcentral
University. I am a licensed Wisconsin Certified Public
Accountant and a credential Plan Sponsor Professional
with the Plan Sponsor Council of America. I have Tribal
specific certificates from Harvard Business School and
Arizona State University.
I look forward to collaborating with Treasurer Barton
to promote financial accountability with my fiscally
conservative nature. Honest, open, and transparent
communication with the Treasurer, Oneida Business
Committee, management, employees, community, and
members is essential to me. The needs for the Nation are
often greater than the resources available to meet these
needs. Because of this, some important decisions face
the Nation in the near future. My goal is to provide sound
financial information and guidance, in an understandable
format, to allow leadership and the members to make a
decision that is best for all parties involved. I am committed
to balancing the needs of the membership, front-line
employees, and the government to support the financial
sustainability of the Nation for the next Seven Generations.
In my spare time I enjoy fishing, running, biking, and
spending time with my family. My husband Jeff and I have
been married for 31 years and we have an adult son Jeffery,
32 and an adult daughter Leslie, 29. We also have two
dogs and two furry grandchildren (my children's dogs).
I can be reached at rlamberi@oneidanation.org or
920.869.4242. My office is on the 3rd floor Norbert Hill
Center. My door is always open to answer questions or
to discuss the Nation’s financial issues that are important
to you.
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North American
Indigenous Athletics
HALL OF FAME
INDUCTIONS
Photo Courtesy Dennis King of D.King of Images
The 2024 North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees, as well as some individuals inducted in previous years, pose for a group
photo outside the entrance of the Oneida Hotel on Saturday, March 16, 2024. For more pictures, see page 19.
By Garth Webster
Kalihwisaks/Creative Services
Dan Ninham and wife Susan organized and hosted
the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame
(NAIAHF) Inductions March 15 & 16, 2024 at the Norbert
Hill Center (NHC) and Oneida Hotel to recognize the
talent and contributions of Indigenous individuals in the
world of sports.
The activities began Friday, March 15 with a Social Dance
in the NHC Cafeteria. Many community members, Oneida
students, and some NAIAHF Inductees, came together to
enjoy song and dance, as well as each other's company.
Shortly after, the pace quickened with a Traditional
Lacrosse game on the southwest lawn of NHC. Players
delighted the crowd with great Lacrosse action while the
players enjoyed a sunny 55 degree afternoon. This brought
the days activities to a close until early Saturday morning.
Anthony Fleg, coming all the way from New Mexico via
an invitation from Ninham, led a contingent of runners
and walkers at 6:30am, heading east around the Oneida
Hotel/Casino Complex to meet the sunrise to acknowledge
the eldest brother, the Sun, and to give thanks for a new
day. After, Artley Skenandore smudged everyone as he
provided good words to participants to continue on with
the day, encouraging each other to form good relationships.
The banquet doors opened at 9am where attendees
greeted one another as they enjoyed beverages as Dan
and Susan welcomed the Buffalo Creek Singers to provide
an honor song to open the activities.
One after the other, the audience applauded each
inductee, or inductee representative, as they were
introduced, given a certificate and gift, and posed for a
photograph. By this time, most had built up an appetite,
especially those from the morning run/walk.
A delicious lunch was served from Noon-1pm by the
Oneida Hotel as Menominee Nation member and musician,
Wade Fernandez, entertained everyone with his pleasing
music. After lunch, the audience was treated to a meet and
greet. Many of the inductees delivered valuable insights
they've learned on their journey as athletes and coaches.
Hard work, determination, perseverance, and their unique
responsibilities as Indigenous Athletes were common
messages from each presenter.
As the activities came to a close, the audience was
given a send-off by the Oneida Smoke Dancers, as well
as a travel song by the Buffalo Creek Singers. The general
feeling in the crowd was one of gratefulness for both
fellow inductees, the coordination of the event from Dan
and Susan, and with a sense of anticipation for next year's
induction ceremonies. Watch NAIAHF.org for details..
Continued on pg. 35 with more photos
North American Indigenous Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
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NATION
APRIL 2024
KALIHWISAKS
March 6, 2024 Legislative Operatiing Committe (LOC) Community Meeting: Council Members Jameson Wilson, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Marlon
Skenandore, and Jonas Hill continued their effort to engage Oneida Members by holding another (LOC) Community Meeting in the Norbert Hill Center Cafeteria.
Each meeting, which are held quarterly to gather community input regarding the development or amendment of Oneida Nation laws, begins with a brief overview
of the legislative process. The March 6 meeting topics were the Oneida Personel Policies and Procedures, Sanctions and Penalty Law, and the Eviction and
Termination Law. Community meeting attendees, including General Manager Mark Powless shown here, offered valuable insights to help make Oneida Nation
laws more clear, concise, and to reflect the best of interest of everyone involved. As an extension of the March 6 Community Meeting, the LOC will be holding
a Community Work Session regarding the Eviction and Termination Law on Tuesday, April 2, Noon-1:30pm, at the Norbert Hill Center Business Committee
Conference Room. See the ad below for more details.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
COMMUNITY
WORK SESSION
Please join the Legislative Operating
Committee for a community work session
to review the current Eviction and Termination Law
and collect input regarding potential amendments to the law.
Register at LOC@oneidanation.org for a Teams invite.
Bring your own lunch.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
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Photos courtesy of Mia Charnon
By Mia Charnon
Kalihwisaks/Creative Services
On March 1, 2024, the Maple Sugar Camp at Oneida
Nation Elementary School commenced with Wáhta Kayu
kwa tho – Maple Tree Tobacco Burning led by Randy
Cornelius. Afterward, students engaged in maple sugar
tapping while learning proper techniques and savoring
delicious samples.
As told to Randy Cornelius
Edited by Judith Jourdan
Oneida Cultural Heritage Department
This ceremony is held at the end of February or first
part of March, after the first thunder which wakes up the
trees. It all depends on the weather. When the warm winds
once again begin to circulate, a day is set aside to give
thanks. A tobacco burning is done to honor the maple tree.
Each camp in the community will have their own tobacco
burning. A small fire is built near a maple tree. The words
in the tobacco burning ask all of creation for a safe time
while the people are in the woods working, thus calling on
the Creator to assure that no great harm comes to those
harvesting the sap. All of creation is acknowledged. Then
the people can go and set up their sugar camps. Otsyi khé.
ta Twanehelatú (Maple Tree Thanksgiving -Closing) Once
the camps are all done harvesting the sap, and everything
is cleaned up, a day is picked by the faithkeepers to give
thanks for what people have been able to harvest. At this
time, the sap is used as medicine for everyone to drink
and give thanks. Two Great Feather Dances are done to
honor the maple tree and for Creation’s cooperation during
the harvesting of the sap.
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Harlow Skenandore, the daughter
of Clyde Skenandore and Alex Powless,
is 1st Team All-Conference in the Fox
River Classic Conference (FRCC). At 145
lbs, Skenandore is also the FRCC Wrestler of the Year.
Going into the state tournament,
Skenandore was seeded #8 and was
dealing with torn ligaments and muscles in her hands. The night before, she
decided to give it a go, eventually beating Turner Junior Sydney Andrews 5-1,
becoming the first athlete from Pulaski
to win a girls state wrestling championship. "It was awesome. I don't know how
to put into words yet. It's still kind of hitting me now."
Watch out world. Harlow is just a
freshman.
Story excerpt and photo
Scott Venci of the
Green Bay Press-Gazette
SPORTS
KALIHWISAKS
Ashlyn Wisneski, the daughter of Nate and
Nicole Wisneski, plays for the Freedom Irish JV
basketball team. This past 2023-2024 season,
her team went 19-0. Ashlyn made the school
record books hitting seven three-pointers in
one game, in three separate games, and had
a game high 27 points. Ashlyn’s father, Nate,
provided extra inspiration as the team’s head
coach this season. What a father-daughter duo!
Haley Rae Reed, the daughter of Billy and
Michelle Reed, averaged 9.2 points per game
along with 4.5 rebounds per game on her way
to being named 1st Team All-Conference. As
one on the captains of her Freedom Irish
Varsity Basketball Team, she helped lead
them to a sixth consecutive regional title.
Unfortunately, their season ended in the sectional semi-final but nonetheless, congrats on
a great season, Haley!
The Bay Navigators Special Olympic basketball
team won against Door County and was handed
another loss from Neenah on March 3, 2024 in
recent regional play. Team and tribal members,
Hudson Francour, the son of Margaret King,
Zander McLester and Ashton McLester, the sons
of Kaylynn (McLester) Gresham, contributed scoring and a strong defense to the team. In addition
to overpowering Door County recently, they won
games against Hopp Alumni and SOAR teams.
They are coached by Margaret King and John
Battiola. Before each game, the Special Olympic
pledge is recited, “Let me win, but if I cannot win, let
me be brave in the attempt.”
The Navigators are preparing for the next playoff at Sectionals March 17 in hopes of advancing
to State Special Olympic competition. This is Hudson’s third year of playing with the Bay Navigators.
In his spare time, Hudson manages the boys Thunderhawk Basketball team as well as enjoying part-time
employment with the Green Bay Packers.
Osakwalha Cornelius, the son of Mae Cornelius and Christopher Cornelius, age 13 and 8th
grade wrestler from Lombardi Middle School
with Coach Dan George Skenandore and
Oneida Wrestling Club with coaches Nick
Metoxen and Bryce Elm. Overall record 24-4
with 11-3 in tournaments and 13-1 school
matches. Osa is in his 3rd year wrestling. At
press time, he was preparing to compete in the
WI Wrestling Federation Kids Folkstyle State Championship March 22-24, 2024 at the Alliant Energy Center.
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Hugh Anderson and Madison Anderson, the son and daughter of Neil Anderson and Michelle Danforth-Anderson, are a dynamic sibling duo making their
mark in the hockey world. Hugh began his junior hockey career with the Stratford
Warriors in Stratford, Ontario. He then joined the North American Hockey League in
2019 playing for the Topeka Pilots. In 2020, he transferred to Lawrence University
in Appleton, WI where he would end his amateur status. He recently signed with the
Columbus River Dragons, a minor professional team in Columbus, Georgia.
As a rookie defenseman, Hugh supported his team to clinch a playoff berth in
Federal Prospects Hockey League.
Madison, a highly recruited high school forward from Culver
Academy in Indiana, signed her letter of intent last fall 2023 to
play for the Norwich University Cadets of the New England Hockey
Conference in Vermont.
In Madison's freshman season, she helped lead the team to a
successful 19 wins, 6 losses, and 2 ties while being named Third Team
All-Conference. The Cadets skated their way into playoffs making it
all the way to the semi-final game where they lost to the Northeastern
Huskies from Boston, Massachusetts.
Katie Waukau, the daughter of Bridgit Martin and the late Wade Waukau, is an Oneida/Menominee basketball player playing for the University of
Wisconsin-Lacrosse after graduating from West De Pere in 2023.
NDNSports.com reported in February 2024 that Waukau was the 2024 Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Women's Basketball Newcomer of the Year.
Waukau ranked third in the conference with a 0.366 three-point field goal
percentage and 53 three-pointers made. She was fifth on the team with 7.5
points per game with a season high 15 points against UW-Stevens Point on
February 3, 2024.
Margie Stevens, the daughter of Margaret and Mirac Ellis, graduated from Green
Bay Southwest High School in 2023 before beginning her basketball career with
the Wisconsin Lutheran College Warriors (WLC).
In her freshman campaign, the six-foot, one inch Stevens, from her forward
position, racked up quite a list of accolades, including First Team All-Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC), NACC All-Tournament Team, and
NACC Student-Athlete of the Week for January 15-21, 2024.
She helped lead the Warriors to an overall 23-5 season, including 66-42 victory over number 2 seed St. Norbert College capturing WLC's 12th NACC title
before losing in a tight battle, 65-72 to the Wartburg Knights from Waverly, Iowa
in the NCAA Division III Championship Tournament.
ENVIRONMENT
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KALIHWISAKS
KEEPERS OF THE EARTH-PART I
Our Carbon Footprint
By Garth Webster, Kalihwisaks/Creative Services
If you ask anyone living in the
Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) area about
this 2023-2024 Winter season, the
common answer would be, “Warm.”
According to WeAreGreenBay.com,
NEW has seen seven record-high
temperatures set since December
24, 2023, including a 70-degree day
as recently as February 27, 2024. To
gain a better understanding of this, it’s
important to be aware of what most
scientists believe is the primary driver
of these record-high temperatures.
OurWorldData.org states CO2
and other greenhouse gases (GHG)
like methane and nitrous oxide that
are emitted when we burn fossil
fuels to produce materials like
steel, cement, and plastics have
dramatically increased. The graph
to the right illustrates the increase in
GHG emitted around the world since
the industrial era, showing 4 billion
tonnes in 1850 to 54.5 billion tonnes
in 2021. GHG’s cause temperatures
to warm by absorbing and emitting
radiant energy. They absorb radiation
coming from the Earth and prevent
heat from escaping into space. With
this comes the strongly correlated rise
in average temperatures.
The National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
calculated that in pre-industrial
years, the Earth’s average surface
temperature was about 56.62
degrees Fahrenheit (F). Since then,
Earth’s temperatures have continued
to rise 0.11° F since 1850. However,
since 1982, this rate tripled to
0.36° F per decade, with 2023 being
the warmest year since records began,
averaging 58.74° F, This 2.12 increase
may seem small, but because of the
vast complexity of Earth’s systems,
the amount of energy to increase
global temperatures by this much are
massive, leading to climate-related
challenges the likes of which none
of us, including us here in NEW, and
Oneida, have ever seen before.
Some may argue, “We’re in an
El Nino weather pattern this year.”
This occurrence happens when the
equatorial Pacific becomes warmer
than average and easterly winds
blow weaker than normal, pushing
warmer weather patterns over the
United States. However, even this
weather phenomenon, which was
once thought to be caused by
natural cycles, is now linked to human
activity. Although January 2024
brought some colder temperatures
and two snowstorms, this was quickly
offset by increased February 2024
temperatures. Winter activities in
Wisconsin were all but non-existent,
such as snowmobiling, skiing (except
for man-made-snow-making), ice
fishing, etc. In fact, Governor Evers
released grants to help economically
struggling businesses that have
suffered through the 2023-24 Winter
season.
Councilman Jameson Wilson
attended the 6th Annual Seminole
Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy
& Sustainability Conference and
the Tribal Clean Energy Summit in
Temecula, California, both of which
occurred in February 2024. Watch for
future articles that will explore clean
energy initiatives for Oneida in future
articles for this Keepers of the Earth
series.
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Great
Wetlands
Make Great
Waters
Photos Courtesy of Garth Webster
The Wetland Field Trip Leaders were Tony Kuchma, Oneida Nation; Erin Giese, UW-Green Bay; Nicholas Kintopf, Robert E. Lee, Inc; and Lisa
Lumley, Wisconsin Department of Transportation. To right: Tony Kuchma looks on as the tour participants learn more about Oneida Wetlands.
Submitted by Tony Kuchma
EHSLA Quality Project Manager
The Oneida Nation hosted and presented at the 29th
Annual Wisconsin Wetlands Association (WWA) conference held on February 20-22, 2024 at the Oneida Hotel.
More than 350 attendees gathered under the theme
“Great Wetlands Make Great Waters” to engage and
share valuable insights surrounding wetland research
and restoration. The conference also offered a field trip
opportunity that highlighted the many partnerships that
help make the Oneida Nation's conservation efforts possible. At the 80-acre WisDOT wetland mitigation bank,
participants learned about the regulatory requirements
and management of the site that make it a very high-quality wetland as it serves to replace the wetland habitat that
was lost with local DOT road projects. In 2025, ownership will transfer to the Oneida Nation who will oversee
managing and maintaining the project. The second stop
was at the 420-acre prairie
and wetland habitat project
located at a headwater
tributary of Trout Creek,
land which was reacquired by the Oneida
Nation from the State of
Wisconsin. It serves as an
important breeding ground
for grassland and marsh bird
species as it is the largest, high
quality native prairie grassland in
northeast Wisconsin.
Click or Scan QR Code to
learn how the WI Wetlands
Assoc. is working with
WI Tribes to restore wetlands.
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Debra Morningstar Westenberger Shines Bright
Excerpts from Trout Museum's description of the Illuminating Women
Exhibit. Learn more about Morningstar Westenberger at
TroutMuseum.org/TMA-Educators
By Garth Webster, Kalihwisaks/Creative Services
Photo Courtesy of Garth Webster
Debra Morningstar Westenberger in front her
photograph taken by Laura Schneider at the Trout
Museum of Art for the unveiling of the Illuminating
Women Exhibit. To the right is the first part of Troicki's
narrative. To see the rest, you'll have visit the Trout
Museum of Art in Appleton, WI.
Debra Morningstar Westenberger, Oneida Member, storyteller, artist,
educator, entrepreneur, and basket-maker, a legacy she continues from
her great grandparents Cassie & Daniel Denny. Debra was honored
Friday, February 23, 2024 at the Trout Museum of Art in Appleton, WI
as one of 30 Illuminating Women living in the Appleton area.
Juliane Troicki and Laura Schneider collaborated to create the
Illuminating Women Exhibit, which features the stories of 30 women in
a black and white photo, (Schneider), accompanied by a biographical
narrative (Troicki).
The first part of Troicki's narrative reads, "Debra Morningstar is an
Oneida Citizen, Native American storyteller, and artist. She did not know
of her Native heritage until she was fourteen years old. Debra has since
studied Oneida culture and community with great enthusiasm. Her Native
identity was the piece missing from her life. She continues to draw strength
from her true Spiritual self. During her adventurous Earth Walk, she has
been a model, a savvy marketer and an owner of a modeling agency.
She was a social worker and a celebrated Native keynote speaker and
now teaches Native basket weaving. Debra is also proud mother of two
boys and a grandmother. She draws inspiration from nature walks with
her dogs and appreciates the Creator's world all around her."
CLASS OF
CONGRATULATIONS
ONEIDA HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATES
SENIOR PICTURES SUBMISSIONS
THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024
Email photo and name of high school by end of day,
Thursday, May 9, 2024 to Kalihwisaks@oneidanation.org.
All submissions will be published in the June edition.
Reminder this is for high school seniors only.
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ONEIDA FOOD
PANTRY STAFF
& VOLUNTEERS-
The Secret Ingredient
By Garth Webster
Kalihwisaks/Creative Services
E Left to right: Nancy S., Lynn S., Shoa Ying M., Leon
B., Gail G., Sherry J., Connie K., Eric B., Jim K., Tom F.,
Winona, Tina H.
Not Pictured: Ike J., Pam J., Scott T., Terry H., Dave
Vander Zanden and our elder box volunteers.
Photo courtesy of Garth Webster
The Oneida Emergency Food Pantry
(OEFP), located at N7372 Water Circle
Place in Oneida, opened its doors in
January 2017 to provide sustenance
to Community members in need of
emergency food help. Since then,
OEFP has grown to provide service
to nearly 1,000 families.
Over the years, OEFP has truly been
a reflection of its vision, “An engaged
community that alleviates emergency
hunger together.” Todd Hill, known to
most as “Moon,” has been working at
OEFP for 4 years and most recently,
took over as OEFP Manager after the
departure of former manager, Marlon
Skenandore, who now serves as
Councilman for the Oneida Nation.
Since taking over, Moon proudly
explains that the secret ingredient to
their operations is the army of staff and
volunteers that relentlessly ensure no
one goes hungry, “I’m very proud of
my staff; Sam, Shaleesa, and Patrick.
They come into work every day with
positive energies, positive thoughts.
I’m also so thankful for the volunteers
as they are very dedicated in helping
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Oneida Artists Collaborate on Oscar Design
Photo Courtesy of Gucci
Sunshine Big Mountain, Sabato De Sarno, and Joe
Big Mountain working on the Gucci collaboration
design of Lily Gladstone's Academy Award Gown.
in various forms, from headdresses
to regalia and she reminisced on the
very first pair of earrings she bought
that were crafted by Bob Tailfeathers,
an artist from her hometown.
Joe and Sunshine Big Mountain,
in collaboration with a talented
team of Indigenous artists from the
Oneida reservation in Wisconsin,
painstakingly hand-quilled
the velvet cape of the gown.
Their intricate work resulted
in 216 individual quilled
petals for this remarkable
project. Among the skilled
artists were Kendrick PowlessCrouch, Jossalyn Metoxen,
Seven Oshkabewisens, Dionne
Jacobs, Paige Skenandore,
and Aryien Stevens. Sunshine
Big Mountain expressed how
the pantry. We all work together to
distribute foods to our people in need.
Words are not enough to express how
thankful I am for each of these people
that walk into the pantry doors to help
our community.”
OFEP operates 8am-4pm, MondayThursday, 8am-12pm Fridays, and has
distribution days every Tuesday and
Thursday, 11am-2pm. Learn more
about how you can volunteer, receive
assistance, or donate at:
Oneida-NSN.gov/Resources/FoodPantry
this collaboration with Gucci holds
immense significance for their
family and community. “Being an
Indigenous artist, showing our
people the lengths they can reach
is tremendous; This opportunity gave
us dreams we didn't even
know we had.”
Photo Courtesy of Gucci
A sketch of Lily Gladstone's Oscars look.
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EVENTS
KALIHWISAKS
Notice on Naming of Veterans Memorial Wall
Oneida Land Management oversees the naming process for Tribal
buildings and areas, including the Veteran Memorial Wall area at 3200
W. Mason Street, Green Bay. The Oneida Veterans Department and the
Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee (ONVAC) propose naming it
the “Oneida Nation Veterans Memorial” to honor Oneida Nation members
who served in the military. The property, originally allotted to Dolly
House, underwent changes over time and was eventually purchased
by the Oneida Nation in the mid-1990s.
Suggestions and endorsements will be considered by
the Land Commission, with a submission deadline of
4pm, Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Contact Diane Wilson
DWilson@OneidaNation.org • 920.869.6614
Left to Right: Paula Christjohn, Kaylyn
Gresham, Linda Davis, Ruth Wagner,
Carmen Escamea, Cassandra Sherrod, and
Terry Cornelius Doxtator.
The official attendance of the February 25, 2024 GTC meeting was
1,698. Both the Three Clans Ballroom and overflow room were full as the
membership discussed the agenda topics, including a lengthy discussion
regarding the Eviction and Termination Law.
During every GTC Meeting, there's always a deep sense of respect
and gratitude when the Veterans open the proceedings. This moment
was even more special this time as the Color Guard was comprised
fully of our Women Warriors. The membership received flyers with the
names of Women Vets which also requested the membership to submit
names not listed on the flyer.
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TRIBAL AGING AND
DISABILITY RESOURCE
SPECIALIST HIGHLIGHT
Submitted by Oneida Aging and
Disability Services
Carol Bogda, the Tribal Aging
and Disability Resource Specialist
(ADRS), helps connect people to
community services. Her goal is to
enable individuals to stay in their
own homes. Carol assists disabled
individuals transitioning to adulthood
and frail Elders of any age. The ADRS
serves as the entry point for publicly
funded long-term programs and is
a valuable resource for connecting
people with needed services.
Carol Bogda
Oneida Aging and Disability Services
cbogda@oneidanation.org• 920.869.6834
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GLNAEA VISITS ONEIDA
Vice Chairman Brandon
Ye l l o w b i r d - S t e v e n s a n d
Councilwoman Jenny Webster
welcomed the Great Lakes
N a t i ve A m e r i c a n E l d e r s
Association (GLNAEA) during
their visit to Oneida on March
6 -7, 2024, at the Oneida
Hotel. Notably, all 11 Wisconsin
Tribes were represented. The
agenda featured an informative
Alzheimer’s presentation, a
thought-provoking talk by guest
speaker Mary Wyman, insightful
GLNAEA board presentations and
updates, and a delightful pie contest
along with a 50/50 raffle. The next
GLNAEA event is set for June 5-6, 2024,
in Bad River.
ONEIDA ELDER ACTIVITIES
Submitted by Crystal Danforth
Elder Activity Specialist
Shekoli Swakweku,
My Name is Luwatiya’takenhas (She
Helps Them) Crystal Danforth. I am from
the Turtle Clan, and I am the New Elder
Activity Specialist. My mission is to brighten
that fire burning low in our Elders since the
pandemic and get that connection back
between our Elders and youth. All our
activities are made to help with memory,
exercise, health, and bring joy to each Elder.
Elder Activities:
• Elder Chair Volleyball
• Elder Corn Hole
• Painting & Crafts with Sue Mejeski from
Oneida Adventures
• Elder Bingo
• Crafts with Crystal
• Youth and Elder painting
If you’re interested in receiving a monthly
schedule by mail, kindly contact me with
your name and address. You’ll also find the
activity schedules conveniently available at
the main desk of
the Anna John
Nursing Home
meal site, along
with the sign-up
sheet s for each
activity throughout the month.
Contact Crystal Danforth
Aging & Disability · 920-869-6831
CDanfo13@oneidanation.org
PUBLIC HEALTH
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KALIHWISAKS
NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK
Submitted by Oneida Community
Comprehensive Health Division
During National Public Health Week,
April 1-7, 2024, the Oneida Community
Health Services Department is
committed to your well-being. They
offer a range of services to enhance
your holistic health, including:
• RN chronic disease case
management and long
term care
• Home health services and
medical transportation
• Alzheimer and dementia support
• Diabetes and stroke
prevention services
• Wellness coaching
• Nutrition counseling, prenatal
care, and breastfeeding
support
• Women, Infants and Children
(WIC) Program
• Immunization clinics
• Communicable disease investigation
• School nursing
▲ The Oneida Health &
Wellness Expo was held
January 25, 2024 featuring
a variety of health topics
from field experts on 3 panel
discussions.
▲ Councilwoman Jennifer
Webster, shown here utilizing
the drive-thr u immunization
clinics.
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N7125 SEMINARY RD, ONEIDA, WI 54155
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For more information or questions contact Hanna Leisgang:
920-490-3927
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@Justmoveit Oneida
2/27/2024
EPeer Breastfeeding
Support can have many
benefits for both Mom
and baby. OCHD Staff are
available to help provide
guidance and reassurance to
breastfeeding moms.
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PUBLIC HEALTH
Oneida Comprehensive Health Division is excited to
unveil the new health portal, designed to enhance your
healthcare journey. In this first phase, we're almost ready
to launch.
With the new patient portal, you can:
• Access your medical information and
seamlessly connect with your
healthcare team.
• Securely correspond with your
healthcare provider.
• Schedule appointments
• Retrieve test results.
• Enjoy the convenience of a mobile app for
portal access.
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How to register for the new patient portal:
• Existing portal users:
1. Log into the current portal
2. Click "Update your demographics" in left column.
3. Select the family member whose email address
you'd like to update.
4. Enter your personal email address in both fields.
5. Click "Submit" at the bottom of the screen.
Visiting the clinic?
• Share your personal email address with the Patient
Account Representative assisting you.
Stay tuned as the patient portal team continues to roll
out new services. Thank you for your patience as we transition to the new improved portal. Remember to share
your contact information with us.
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The Match
By Nelson Ninham
[Advisor’s note: Nelson Ninham
made ONHS, the Oneida Community,
and his family proud when he wrestled valiantly at the sectionals. Here,
Nelson takes us to that match which
marked the end of a great season for
him.]
That entire morning, I was thinking
about my “game plan.” I knew the
person I was wrestling had about 50
matches of experience. My coach
told me, “Relax and work my setups.”
As the whistle blew, my only thought
was, “Let’s go.” From there, I got two
takedowns from a fireman’s and knee
pick. Eventually, I made a dumb mistake and tried to rush a gator roll and
got caught on my back. With that, the
match was over, and I had lost. I was
emotionally broken up a little. This
final match against Coleman meant
the most because I had lost to him
twice and this match was mine to win.
In the end, I learned patience was the
most important thing to master.
Lifting
By Ari Mousseau
Don’t look now, but there is a group
of ONHS students working out in the
weight room during the lunch period.
They are pumping iron to get gains
every day. Some of them bench while
others do legs. Students can try to
go for a personal record or just get
their reps in. What? Teens not on their
Staff Contributors: Thunderhawk
Times Staff – Semester 2, 2023-2024
phones and doing something physical during their free time? Yes, that’s
what’s happening. Looking around
the weight room, you would see
students trying to reach their physical and fitness goals. Students like
Kainan trying to hit PR’s and Nelson
getting a pump. Overall, I think that
having the weight room available
at lunch has many benefits. It helps
people stay in shape and it’s also
good for mental health. I think more
people should start working out for
themselves and their health.
No More Snow Days
By Dulce Vidal-Rivera
It has not exactly been a winter with
a lot of snow. In fact, as of this writing
in early March, the Green Bay area
is 11 inches behind an average winter snowfall. In the old days, a “Snow
Day” was something to look forward
to. You would wake up in the morning – but not too awake – and watch
the school closures at the bottom of
the TV screen, hoping and praying
to see your school’s name. If it were
there, you would go back to sleep. If
it was not, you would lazily get ready
to walk down to your bus stop. Nowadays, thanks to modern technology,
the Snow Day has gone the way of the
flip phone. Instead, you get to go to
school online using Google classroom
where you can access all the assignments and materials you need and
use Google Meet which allows teachers to go through virtual discussions
with their students. Of course, there
aren’t any Snow Days to make up at
the end of the school year either. Oh,
and the chances of a Snow Day anymore this year? Well, the long-range
forecast for this area calls for warmer
than average temperatures.
March Madness Ahead
By Jonas Johnson
Brackets, Seeds, Play-In Games,
Cinderella Stories, and Upsets. It’s
March Madness and it fires up a
whole Nation for an entire month. At
ONHS, staff and students participate
in a friendly bracket competition for
bragging rights. As of this writing in
early March, tournaments are being
held across the country to see who
is in and who is out. Houston is the
top team this year. Usually, a number
one seed does not win, but maybe
this year. The Men’s Division 1 tournament begins March 17 with four
play-in games. Then, the whole thing
gets going March 21-22. By April 6,
the field has been narrowed down to
the Final Four. From there, there are
two more games, and the winners go
to the championship. Looking into
this writer’s crystal ball, the Championship will be between Houston and
Iowa with Houston coming out on
top. For women, there is also a tournament that starts March 22-23 and
runs through April 7. That same crystal ball says, Iowa, led by the GOAT
Caitlin Clark, will take it all.
Valencia Cabrera, Zoe Doxtator, Ethan Hill, Jonas Johnson, Landyn Jordan, Ari Mousseau,
Isaac Stands, Dulce Vidal-Rivera, Advisor: Denis Gullickson
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20 | APRIL 2024
COMMUNITY
KALIHWISAKS
Submitted by Amber Powless
COORD- Community Outreach · EHSLA Tsyunhéhkw
Tsyunhéhkw held a tobacco burning Saturday, March 16, 2024 to welcome back the Grandfathers that nourish
our Mother Earth.
Randy Cornelius, led the attendees in prayer. This sacred tradition holds deep significance for Haudenosaunee
people, emphasizing reciprocity and our interconnectedness. As we step into the planting season, let’s
remember our role in the circle of life, express gratitude, and cultivate our minds.
Following the ceremony, attendees enjoyed light refreshments and explored the greenhouse to
learn about tobacco as prayer and its growth. Watch for details about the Seed and Plant Distribution
event in May.
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Rev. James Biegler Installed
at Oneida Holy Apostles
By Garth Webster
Kalihwisaks/Creative Services
James Biegler, a 1975 graduate
of Nashotah House, has served in
numerous locations around the country
and after being installed by Bishop Matt
Gunter on Saturday, March 9, 2024,
Biegler now serves at Oneida Holy
Apostles (OHA) Church.
As reported in the January 2024
edition, OHA has been without a
permanent leader of their congregation
after Deacon Deborah Heckel retired.
Biegler and wife Lin were welcomed
to the community, as shown to the
left, as they received applause by
members of OHA. After the installation
ceremonies, a luncheon was held at
the Parish Hall.
22 | APRIL 2024
GILBERT JAMES BLAKER
May 27, 1952 - March 2, 2024
Gilbert James Blaker Jr, age 72, formerly of Oneida,
passed away on
Saturday, March
2, 2024. He was
born on May 27,
1952, the son of
Gilbert James
Blaker Sr, and Theresa Baird Blaker. Gilbert enjoyed people; he had the gift of
GAB. No one was ever a stranger. Gilbert
enjoyed running, fishing, playing cards,
chess, and backgammon.
He is survived by his brother Mark, in
Washington State; his sisters Tammy
Ceyphes De Pere, WI, and Pat Defoe in
Milwaukee, WI. He has 8 children, including 5 daughters: Theresa (Seth) Morris,
Ashland Wi, Tammy Blaker, Manitowoc,
Jennifer Blaker, Green Bay Wi, Ashley
(Jesse) Blaker, Green Bay, WI, and a son
Edward V. in Kaukauna, WI. He has many
grandchildren, he never got to meet.
He is preceded in death, by his parents,
a sister Terry Szymanski, and two Infant
Daughters, Katherine Rae and Katrina
Star.
The family would like to thank the staff at
Angels on Arcadia for all the wonderful
care given to Gilbert these last few years.
As well as the Unity Hospice nurses who
made sure he was comfortable in the end.
We are happy to know he was able to be
the man we knew he could be with you.
His epitaph should be “woulda, shoulda,
coulda but wouldn’t, didn’t, then couldn’t.”
In keeping with his wishes, no services
will be held.
ROBERT “BOB” L. CHRISTJOHN
September 29, 1942 -March 9, 2024
Robert “Bob” L.
Christjohn, age
81, of Grand
Chute, passed
away on Saturday, March 9,
2024 at Silverstone Assisted
Living. He was
born on September 29, 1942 to Emily
Christjohn. Bob graduated from UW-La
Crosse with a degree in History and obtained his Master’s Degree from UW-Os-
OBITUARIES
hkosh. Bob was a teacher at Keshena,
served as a tribal judge and also held
administrative positions with the Oneida
Nation. He proudly served his country
during the Vietnam War as a member of
the United States Army. On August 31,
1968, Bob married the love of his life,
Judith Rankin. He enjoyed traveling,
golfing, going to the casino and studying
everything about history.
Bob is survived by his spouse Judith; his
brother-in-law Bob (Shirley) Schroeder;
sister-in-law Sandra (Ian) Cameron; and
many nieces, nephews, other relatives
and friends.
A memorial service for Bob will take place
at 12 NOON on Saturday, March 23, 2024
at BRETTSCHNEIDER TRETTIN NICKEL
FUNERAL CHAPEL, 606 N Oneida Street,
Appleton. Friends may visit from 10:00
a.m. until the time of service.
RONALD H. DENNY
1936 - January 30, 2024
Ronald H. Denny,
87, passed away
on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. He
was born in 1936,
in Seymour, Wisconsin, to the late
Curtis and Clena
Denny. Ronald retired from the Oak Creek (Wisconsin)
Power Plant and moved to Lexington, SC
in 2000. He was a proud member of the
Oneida Nation and enjoyed golfing, boating, and traveling.
Ronald is survived by his son, Anthony
Denny; daughter, Valerie (Eddie) Ellis; 2
grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; as
well as other relatives.
He was predeceased by his wife of 66
years, Mary Denny; son, Ronald Mitchell
Denny; brothers, Lawrence and Edward
Denny; and sisters, Delores Beechtree
and Carol Schofield.
The family is planning a private service.
Woodridge Memorial Park and Funeral
Home of Lexington, SC, is assisting the
family.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Ronald Denny, please visit our Tree
Store.
KALIHWISAKS
SHIRLEY M. "SONJA" JENNINGS
December 9, 1957 - February 10, 2024
Shirley M. "Sonja"
Jennings, age 66,
of Oneida, passed
away at her home,
Saturday, February 10, 2024, surrounded by her
loving family and
many friends. She
was born on December 9, 1957. Shirley
grew up in Chicago and was involved
with the Chicago Indian Center. She attended Moody College and graduated
from Bible College. She had six children,
17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She attended assembly of God
Church all across the country. She loved
to laugh and loved to praise Jesus. She
was loved.
A gathering will take place today, Monday, February 19, 2024 from 4-6 p.m. at
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, Receptions, 340 S. Monroe Ave, Green Bay. A
service will follow at 6 p.m.
MITCHEL ROY METOXEN
April 1, 1967 - February 19, 2024
Mitchel Roy Metoxen, 56, passed
away unexpectedly on Monday,
February 19, 2024
at his home in Seymour, WI. The son
of Roy and Lida
(Parkhurst) Metoxen was born on April 1, 1967, in Green Bay.
He was a proud member of the Oneida
Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin.
Mitch graduated from West De Pere High
School. Further, he earned his Bachelor’s
Degree from the University of Wisconsin
– Green Bay, in Political Science/Public
Administration and his Master’s Degree in
Public Administration from the University
of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. He loved and
lived for higher education.
Mitch served in the United States Marine
Corps as a Military Policeman from 1990
to 1994 serving in Okinawa, Japan and
Quantico, VA. When asked why he wanted to be a Marine, his comment would al-
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ways be “it was the only branch of service
that wasn’t on the (family) wall.”
On March 3, 1990, he married is wife Glenda and together, they built a life raising
their daughter Kennedy, his pride and joy
in any conversation.
He spent his career working for the
Oneida Tribe of Indians, lastly working
26 years with the Higher Education Department. Prior, he was employed with the
Oneida Security Department. His passion
laid with helping and serving the Oneida
Community.
Mitch enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing,
watching the Packers and Brewers, taking long walks with his dog, Murphy and
watching Fox News. Often times driving through the reservation, he could
be heard saying “I use to pick apples
there,” and “I use to hunt rabbits there.”
He is survived by his wife, Glenda; daughter, Kennedy; siblings, Dale “Rick” (Tammy) Metoxen, Kenneth Metoxen, Lynn
Metoxen, Lyle (Laurie) Metoxen, Godson,
Dale Metoxen, Jr., nieces, nephews,
aunts, uncles, cousins, other extended
family and countless friends.
Mitch was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Lida; siblings, Jeffrey “Jeff”,
Alphian “Al” and Laurie “Lobie” Metoxen.
Family and friends may visit at The
Church of the Holy Apostles, 2937 Freedom Road, Oneida, beginning at 9:00
a.m. on Friday, February 23, 2024. The
Oneida Hymn Singers will begin at 10:30,
with a funeral service beginning at 11:00.
Burial will follow at the Holy Apostles
Cemetery with full military honors.
Semper Fi Mitch. Forever missed, forever
loved.
In Mitch’s words, “Heaven is Perfect!”
The family would like to extend special
thanks to the Outagamie County Sheriff
Department, Deputy Sheriff Vaneperen,
County Dispatch, Outagamie County First
Responders, Crisis Workers Kari & Jen
and Ryan Funeral Home.
OBITUARIES
JESSICA MARIE NISHIMOTO
October 2, 1982 - March 9, 2024
Jessica Marie
Nishimoto, 41, of
Oneida, Wisconsin, peacefully
passed away on
March 9, 2024,
following a courageous battle with
Cerebral Palsy
and complications of aspiration pneumonia. Jessica was born on October 2, 1982,
in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to loving parents
Ian K. Nishimoto and Kim R. Cornelius.
Jessica lived a life devoted to serving
those around her with quiet strength and
love. She touched the hearts of many with
her infectious smiles and gentle spirit. In
her earlier years, she brought joy to the
residents of Anna John Nursing Home,
where her presence brought comfort and
happiness to those she visited. One resident expressed that Jessica's presence
brought her happiness and purpose.
An active member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints, Jessica found
solace in attending Primary, where the
children's voices brought her immense
joy. Despite her physical limitations, she
would join in their laughter and smiles,
finding peace in their company.
Jessica was a cherished big sister to her
siblings, Justin Nishimoto (Francesca),
Adam Nishimoto (Kirsten), and Keilani
Nishimoto, Nephews, Caden, Gabriel,
Israel, Samuel, and Niece, Luella. Though
she couldn't walk or speak, her love and
presence were deeply felt by her family.
Her gentle spirit and kind nature will be
dearly missed by all who knew her. Jessica fought valiantly and has now completed her earthly mission.
A visitation will be held on Friday, March
15, 2024, from 9:00 am to 10:15 am at
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, located at N6135 Seminary Rd in
Oneida, followed by a memorial service
from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Ryan Funeral
Home, De Pere, is assisting the Nishimoto
Family. To extend online condolences,
please visit www.ryanfh.com.
The family extends their deepest gratitude to all friends and family who have
offered support during this difficult time,
helping to alleviate the pain of Jessica's
passing. A sincere appreciation is also
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extended to the compassionate nurses
and doctors at Bellin Hospital on the first
floor and in the ICU who provided care
for Jessica.
SARAH E. SLOMA
August 3, 1941 - February 26, 2024
Sarah E. Sloma, age
82, formerly of Brillion, passed away
peacefully after a
courageous battle
with many struggles in her life and
with her health.
She found peace
and entered God’s loving arms on Monday
morning, February 26, 2024, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Appleton.
Sarah was born on August 3, 1941, in Maple
Grove, WI, daughter of the late Thomas
and Julia Cavanaugh. She was a graduate
of Reedsville High School. On May 7, 1960,
she married Gerald V. Sloma. He preceded
her in death on October 9, 2020. Sarah
began her career working at Brillion Iron
Works and later became a Nurse’s Assistant
and worked at various care facilities in the
area. She was very active in her first 55
years of life. She loved hunting, sturgeon
spearing and fishing out of Two Rivers on
the big lake. Sarah also had a love of flowers which she planted around their home
and getaway mobile home in Two Rivers.
Later in life, Sarah had many medical issues
that took a great toll on her. Her pride and
joy in life revolved around her family, her
home, and being a proud member of the
Oneida Tribe.
Survivors include one son: Robin Sloma
(special friend Jean Klug), Brillion; one
daughter: Sandra Sengbush, Appleton;
one granddaughter: Sierra; many great
grandchildren; her siblings: Francis Cavanaugh, Larry (Sandy) Cavanaugh, Julia
(Bob) Stedl, Barb (Gary) Borchardt, Jeff &
Mike Cavanaugh; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Patricia Schuh, John (Carol)
Sloma, Jim (Shelby) Sloma. Many nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends also
survive. She was preceded in death by her
parents; her husband; two sons: Mark &
Bruce Sloma; one daughter: Kimberly (Rick)
Lorenz; two sisters: Jeannie Cavanaugh,
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Sarah E. Sloma
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Annie (Ken) Menting; brother-in-law: Tony
Schuh; sister-in-law: Evie Stetson; and her
faithful companion: Marbles.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m.
on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Holy Family
Catholic Church, Brillion. Officiating at the
Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev.
Tom Pomeroy.
The family will greet relatives and friends
on Monday, March 4, 2024, at church from
9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Online condolence may be made. The Pielhop Wieting
Funeral Homes of Brillion & Reedsville are
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
HENRY D. SMITH
June 27, 1950 - February 29, 2024
Henry D. Smith, of
Union Grove,
passed away
peacefully on February 29th , 2024
at the age of 73. A
lifelong resident of
the Southern Wisconsin Center for
the Developmentally Disable, Henry’s life,
though marked by challenges, was rich
with love and cherished connections.
Known for his fondness for life’s simple
pleasures, Henry loved snacks, with Cheetos and M&M’s holding a special place in
his heart. His playful teasing, particularly
directed at the caring staff of the center,
will be remembered by all who had the
privilege of knowing him.
A proud member of the Oneida Nation,
his spirit remained deeply connected to
the heritage of his people.
Henry’s spirit is now carried by his surviving brothers, William Smith, Donald (Marilyn ) Smith, and Edgar Smith along with
nieces, nephews and a host of relatives
and friends.
Henry was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ruth Smith (nee Skenandore) and siblings Gerald Smith, Shirley
Ann Smith, Alice Cornejo, Gladys Smith
and Richard Smith.
The family extend profound gratitude to
the dedicated staff and healthcare team
at the Southern Wisconsin Center for the
Developmentally Disabled, who truly be-
OBITUARIES
came an extended family to Henry. Their
unwavering love and affection provided
him comfort and joy throughout his lifetime.
JEANETTE "GRANDMA" TELLER
October 31, 1931 - February 22, 2024
Jeanette "Grandma" Teller, 92,
Green Bay, passed
away Thursday
morning, February
22, 2024, at her
home while surrounded by her
family. Born October 31, 1931, in Green Bay, she is the
daughter of the late Adele Summers LaMotte and was raised by her grandparents, Louie and Mary LaMotte. Jeanette
graduated from Haskell Institute in Lawrence, Kansas. She worked for many years
at Packerland Packing before transitioning
to employment with Oneida Nation, serving in various capacities well into her 80s.
Family was so very important to Jeanette.
She was a true Legend raising multiple
generations of children. She found great
joy in watching her family participate in
family baseball games and cookouts. Jeanette was an avid sports fan, cheering on
her Packers, Brewers, Badgers and her
Tiger Woods. She will long be remembered as a proud and stubborn lady who
had a generous, giving Golden Heart.
Jeanette is survived by 10 of her 13 children, Brenda (James Sr. Skippergosh, Kerry (late Ronnie Sr. Picotte), John (Leslie)
Teller, Frank (Patti) Teller, Shirley Teller,
Joe Teller, Joni (Rudy Sr. Beltran), Wanda
Teller, Lu Anne (late Amado Sr. Saldana)
and Lorrie Webster; a grandson, Dustin
(Geneva) Teller, who she raised as her
child. She is also "Grandma" to 44 grandchildren, 136 great-grandchildren, 23
great-great-grandchildren, that is a total
of 203 grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three
daughters, Judy, Barbara, and Crystal
Teller; grandchildren, Mary Rose Teller,
Gabriel Boyd, Jeremy Teller, Joseph Jr.
Teller, Valleri Saldana and Jennifer Webster; and great-grandchildren, Cheyenne
Snake and Terrell Picotte; and the father
of her children, Hugh John Teller.
Visitation at Malcore Funeral Home, 701 N.
Baird Street, Sunday, February 25, 2024,
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from 10am until 6pm. Visitation to continue
at the funeral home Monday, February
26, 2024, from 8am until the funeral. The
Oneida Singers will begin singing at 9am
Monday. Funeral Mass 10:30am, Monday
at Saints Peter and Paul Church. Burial will
follow in Oneida Sacred Burial Grounds.
Jeanette's family extends a special thank
you to the staffs of Unity Hospice and St.
Vincent Hospital for the care given to Jeanette. Visit www.malcorefuneralhome.
com to share a condolence with the family.
STEVE EVARISTO VENTURA
July 29, 1983 - February 23, 2024
Steve Evaristo Ventura, 40, passed
away unexpectedly February 23,
2024. The son of
the late Steve F.
Ventura and Barbara R. Metoxen
was born July 29,
1983, in Green Bay. Steve was a proud
member of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. Steve aka “King Ace” and Indian storyteller loved to fool everyone and put a
smile on your face.
Steve enjoyed spending time with his children Anthony, Ariana, Alexis, Stevi, and
Evaristo Ventura, in addition spending time
with family. He enjoyed listening to music
and singing loud and proud to his favorite
song La Bamba. He was a big foodie, loved
his snacks and fine dining. Steve was the #1
fan of the Chicago Bears and loved sports.
In his younger days he was a fancy dance
champion at powwows.
Steve loved Chicago, the home of his father and where he was raised most of his
life, amongst many relatives. The guy had
killer looks…a smile that would light up the
room and captivating eyes. When family or
friends needed help, he was there to assist.
Steve is survived by his children; Anthony, Ariana, Alexis, Stevi, and Evaristo, his
mother, Barbara R. Metoxen, brothers; Mario (Renee) Metoxen, Jacob Ventura, Omar
Salmeron, and Marcus (Shannon) Salmeron, his fiancée, LaToya Garcia, and their
blended family Elyez, Clarice, Chayron,
and Charlize and nieces, nephews, aunts,
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Steve Evaristo Ventura
uncles, cousins, and
friends. Special cousins
Kristy King (Danny), Tom
Lee, Shantel Christjohn,
Dominic Skenandore, and
Gracey Cantu.
Steve was preceded in
death by his father, Steve
F. Ventura, Grandparents
Nick & Mary Metoxen,
Evaristo & Dora Ventura,
Florence Corn, a niece
Darylee Reiter, sisters Lola
Skenandore, and Crystal
King, Uncles Salvadore
Ventura and Johnny Ventura.
Visitation will be on Saturday, March 2, 2024, from
10am-12pm, Service will
be at 12pm with Oneida
Hymn Singers at 11:30am,
at Ryan Funeral Home
305 N. Tenth Street De
Pere, WI 54115. Drummers
will follow the service.
ONEIDA NATION
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024, 12:15 pm
Norbert Hill Center
Business Committee Conference Room
N7210 Seminary Rd., Oneida, WI
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Find Public Meeting
Materials at
Oneida-nsn.gov/government/
register/public meetings
Send Public Comments to
LOC@oneidanation.org
Ask Questions here
LOC@oneidanation.org
920-869-4417
BACK PAY LAW AMENDMENTS
The purpose of the Back Pay law is to set forth standards used in the reinstatement of an employee and
the calculation of back pay for all employees of the Nation in accordance with the Nation’s law.
The Back Pay law amendments will:
• Include a new section in the law which provides for the reinstatement of employee who had an involuntary separation overturned and addresses such issues as:
• requirement to hold a position pending litigation;
• amending the position description or eliminating the position pending an employee appeal; and
• reinstatement of an employee to the position the employee was involuntarily separated from;
• Clarify that back pay calculations shall be made using the employee’s last wage in the position which
they were involuntarily separated from.
• Clarify the circumstances in which an employee is not eligible to work, and therefore is not eligible for
back pay.
Individuals may attend the public meeting for the proposed Back Pay law amendments in per-son at the
Norbert Hill Center, or virtually through Microsoft Teams. If you wish to attend the public meeting through
Microsoft Teams please contact LOC@oneidanation.org.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD CLOSES FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
During the public comment period, anyone may submit written comments, questions
or input. Comments may be submitted to the
Oneida Nation Secretary’s Office or the Legislative
Reference Office in person, by U.S. mail, interoffice
mail, or e-mail.
For more information on the proposed Oneida Nation
Assistance Fund law please review the public meeting packet at
oneida-nsn.gov/government/register/public meetings.
ONEIDA JUDICIARY
Tsi nu téshakotiya tolétha
TRIAL COURT
Payment can be made either in person at the Oneida Trial Court located at
2630 West Mason Street, Green Bay, WI 54303;
or by mailing said payment to Oneida Trial Court P.O. Box 19, Oneida, WI 54155
Oneida entities owed a debt: ONEIDA TRIAL COURT
NOTICE OF INTENT
TO GARNISH
Debtor's Names:
Jonni L. Webster
Marcella John
First published notice 4/24
NOTICES
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LEGAL NOTICE
Setting Time and Notice
to Interested Parties.
The following estates are being
prepared for probate by the Oneida
Nation, Land Commission Hearing Body.
for 5/28/2024 at 4:00 pm (via Microsoft Teams Platform)
To attend a scheduled hearing virtually contact
Cindy Lecker, Land, Title & Trust Specialist,
Oneida Nation, Land Management, •
PO Box 365, • Oneida, WI 54155, • 920-869-6610 •
clecker@oneidanation.org
In the Matter of the Estate of Priscilla H. Shegonee,
Case No. 2024 LCP 0026
1. An application for probate was filed.
2. T
he decedent with a date of birth of 07/19/1959
and date of death 10/30/2022, was an Oneida
Nation member, domiciled on the Oneida
Reservation at 661 Dead End Road, Oneida, WI
54155.
3. T
he deadline to submit claims was January 8, 2024.
4. All interested persons are hereby noticed.
ONEIDA NATION PARDON AND
FORGIVENESS HEARING NOTICE
Purpose: Pardon or Forgiveness – a Tribal member may receive
a pardon for the conviction of a crime(s); or a Tribal member may
receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her ineligible for
housing with the Tribe or other Tribal benefits. A Tribal member or
non-Tribal member may receive forgiveness for acts that render
him or her ineligible for Tribal employment; an occupational
license, certification or permit issued by the Tribe; housing through
the Tribe; or other Tribal benefit.
1. Registration: Pardon or Forgiveness petitioners must register
witnesses twenty-four (24) hours prior to the public hearing date
by contacting the Government Administrative Office at 920-8694303.
2. Testimony
a. Oral: Each witness will be limited to 5 minutes. Witnesses who
have not pre-registered will not be allowed to testify. There will
be no exceptions.
b. Written: Written testimony must be submitted on or within five
(5) days of the pardon and forgiveness hearing date.
c. Witnesses: Witnesses who wish to testify against the granting
of a pardon or forgiveness must register twenty-four (24) hours
prior to the pardon and forgiveness hearing date. There will be
no exceptions.
3. Petitioners: The following pardon and forgiveness application(s)
will be considered: Jake A Doxtator.
KALIHWISAKS
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC MEETING
TO BE HELD
April 10, 2024 at Noon - 1pm
Comprehensive Housing Front Conference Room
2913 Commissioner Street, Oneida, WI 54155
In accordance with the Administrative Rule-making Law,
the Comprehensive Housing Division and the Oneida Land
Commission are hosting this Public Meeting to gather feedback
from the community regarding pro-posed amendments to the
following rule:
Leasing Rule No. 2—CHD Residential Sales
• Replacing the selection process from a highest qualified
offer process with a lottery draw process such that homes
will continue to be listed for the appraised price, but buyers
will no longer be able to bid over asking price to gain a
competitive advantage; and
• Determining what happens to residential sales inventory
in the event there are no offers received for a given listing.
To obtain copies of the Public Meeting documents for this proposal,
please visit www.oneida-nsn.gov/Register/PublicMeetings.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
OPEN UNTIL APRIL 18, 2024
During the Public Comment Period, all interested persons may
submit written comments and/or a transcript of any testimony/
spoken comments made during the Public Meeting. These may
be submitted to The Comprehensive Housing Division by U.S.
mail, interoffice mail, e-mail or fax.
Comprehensive Housing Division
2913 Commissioner Street, Oneida, WI 54155
mhill@oneidanation.org
Phone: 920-869-2227 • Fax: 920-869-2836
When: Thursday, May 16, 2024
Where: Norbert Hill Center - Business Committee Conference
Room. N7210 Seminary Road, Oneida WI 54155
(dependent upon COVID levels hearing may change to a
virtual option. Please call ahead to confirm at 920-869-4303)
Time: 10:00 AM
This pardon and forgiveness hearing notice conforms to the Oneida
Pardon and Forgiveness Law notice requirements 126.8-1.
CONTACT US OR SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO:
(920) 869-4303 Email: Secretary@oneidanation.org
Mail: Government Administrative Office • PO Box 365 • Oneida WI
54155-0365 In Person: Government Administrative Office • N7210,
Seminary Rd. Oneida
COMMUNITY
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56th Annual
Oneida Royalty Pageant
Tuesday, June 18th, 2024
Ladies start getting your
regalia, talent, and interview
skills polished.
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HUNTING, FISHING AND
TRAPPING 2023-24
SEASON DATES
HUNTING
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ONEIDA SPRING TURKEY PERMITS
Oneida Spring Turkey Season begins Saturday, April 6, 2024 and ends Sunday, May 26, 2024.
Spring bag limit is 2 birds (1 Tom/Jake and 1 Hen) per set. Last day to purchase permits is May 24.
Registration: phone or email only Permits must be purchased by mailing or dropping off the
application and payment to Oneida Conservation. Once the application and payment are received,
the permit(s) will be mailed to you.
Payment options: Cash will not be accepted. Cash payments will be returned to Sportsman.
• Check or Money Order - make payable to Oneida Conservation Department
Mail application and payment:
Oneida Conservation Department • P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155
Drop the application and payment off, in the designated mailbox, outside of the front doors at:
470 Airport Dr. • Oneida, WI 54155
Registration, Questions and to
Report Violations
Conservation Department at
920.869.6500
conservation_department@
oneidanation.org
Scan or Click the QR Code
to Download and
Print Your Oneida Spring
Turkey Permit Application PDF
Requirements: Valid 2023-2024 Oneida Sportsman license
Fees: Spring Turkey Permits: (Purchase up to 2 sets, per sportsman)
• $5 per set - Enrolled Member
• Free Enrolled Elder
• $10 per set - Spouse/Descendant/ Other Affiliation/Non-Oneida Sportsman
*All license/tag/permit replacement require $25 administrative fee
Scan or Click the QR Code
to Download and
Print Your Oneida Tribal
Hunting Map 2023-24
Scan or Click the QR Code
to Download and
Print Your Spring Turkey
Regulations 2024
DEER HARVEST 2023-24
Tehassi Tasi
Hill, Chairman
during archery
harvest
Kurt Jordan
Conservation Department closely monitored whitetail deer harvest data. Despite a slight decline in issued
Sportsman licenses, the overall harvest remained stable.
Notably, the 2023 archery season saw increased deer
harvests, while firearm season rates didn’t align with
license sales. Oneida Sportsmen achieved a 24% success
rate, prompting adjustments to enhance overall success.
The department appreciates all Sportsmen and women
for a safe and fruitful hunting season, aiming to maintain
a healthy deer herd and quality harvest opportunities.
Oneida
Nation
C o n v e r s a t i o n Scan or Click the QR Code
to view the 2023-24 Deer
Department
Harvest Report
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2023 ONEIDA ENROLLMENT REPORT
The February 2024 edition published the article, Blood Quantum-Deciding
Our Future, on which a community meeting, organized by Norbert Hill Jr., was
held January 17 to gather input from Oneida Members.
A variety of ideas and comments were presented by concerned community
members, tribal leadership positions, including the Oneida Business Committee
and Trust Enrollment Committee Members. This meeting essentially was a
preview of the upcoming Blood Quantum GTC Meeting.
At this point, however, details are not yet available on a date for the Blood
Quantum GTC Meeting. In anticipation of this meeting, the Trust Enrollment
Committee has released a report detailing the statistics of current Oneida
enrollment numbers.
Scan or Click the QR Code to
view the 2023 Oneida Enrollment
Statistics Report
HOBART LAWSUIT POSITION
STATEMENT
Recently the Village of Hobart (Village) sued the Department of the Interior (DOI) and federal officials to stop
them from taking land into trust for the Nation. The village
claims the fee-to-trust process is unconstitutional, the
Nation is not eligible to have land taken into trust, and the
DOI is biased against it. The Nation believes these claims
are without merit and that prior litigation has answered
some, if not all, of these claims. The Nation moved to
intervene which, if allowed by the presiding judge, would
allow the Nation to act as a party in this litigation. The
federal government supports the Nation’s involvement in
this litigation, but Village’s position is not currently known.
This matter remains open, and the court will decide the
matter in accordance with its process timelines.
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EVENTS
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ONEIDA RECOVERY NEST ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH EVENT
SOBRIETY
GAME NIGHT
APRIL 29, 2024, 6-8 PM
1240 PACKERLAND DRIVE
GREEN BAY, WI, COTTAGE 2
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ONEIDA CASINO MOBILE SPORTS
BETTING ACCESS – Expanded To
All Oneida Nation Reservation Land
Oneida Casino sports betting using
the Oneida Casino Sportsbook mobile
app can now be accessed anywhere
on Oneida Nation land, in addition
to the Oneida Casino locations. This
expanded area access is available
as of March 13, 2024. "We are very
excited to announce this significant
expansion, said Louise Cornelius,
Oneida Gaming General Manager.
As the first Casino in Wisconsin to
introduce sports betting, we are
dedicated to providing the best
experience for our customers and this
is an improvement they have been
asking for."
The expansion of sports betting to
the entire Oneida Nation reservation
land, excludes PreK-12 school land.
New users of the Oneida Casino
Sportsbook app will still be required
to activate their accounts at Oneida
Casino, Main-Airport or West Mason
locations as well as make account
deposits and withdrawals. "This
strategic opportunity allows us to
better meet the growing demands
of legal mobile wagering," said
Cornelius.
Located in Green Bay, Wisconsin,
Oneida Casino is the state's premier
gaming entertainment destination.
With thousands of slot machines,
all the most popular table games, a
poker room, sportsbook, and bingo
hall, Oneida Casino has the action
you're looking for. An array of bars
and dining options, plus an attached
hotel, makes Oneida Casino perfect
for a weekend getaway. It's no wonder
Oneida Casino is the official casino of
the Green Bay Packers.
For more information, contact Nate
Wisneski, Senior Communicatins
Specialist at 920.370.3380 or email
nwisnes@oneidanation.org
ONEIDA
VOTE
EVERY
COUNTS
LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD
Click or scan the QR Code below to see
the Voices for Oneida questionnaire
responses from the candidates in the
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 General Election.
https://oneida-nsn.gov/government/
elections-voting/#2024Spring-General-Election
For all your voter needs, go to MyVote.WI.Gov
or email taguirre@oneidanation.org
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Stroke Prevention Research Study
ARE YOU NATIVE AMERICAN?
ARE YOU BETWEEN THE AGES OF 35 AND 55?
DO YOU WANT TO MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY?
I INVITE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS STUDY:
ROOT CAUSES OF STROKE RISK DISPARITY IN
WISCONSIN NATIVE AMERICANS
This study is a partnership between the Oneida Nation and the
UW Madison Stroke Team to decrease Stroke and Stroke Risk
Factors in the Native American Population.
No cost to participant.
All activities are done on the Oneida Reservation!
Take care of your health
and your family for the next seven generations
CONTACT AMANDA AT 920-490-3984 OR
ARIESENB@ONEIDANATION.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION
SUPPORT WAS PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON OFFICE
OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR FOR RESEARCH AND GRADUATE EDUCATION
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From Pg 5
North American Indigenous Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The activities started with Charlie Doxtater leading the social
dancing at the Norbert Hill Center, followed later that afternoon
with a traditional lacrosse game, bringing the day to a close.
Saturday morning at 6:30am, the agenda began with a brisk
morning run/walk to begin the day.
Before breaking for lunch, each inductee was introduced
to thunderous applause. After lunch, several inductees
addressed the audience with their thought-provoking
insights. Finally, the Oneida Smoke Dancers wowed the
crowd with their presentation.
Click or Scan the QR Code to view
the full list of NAIAHOF Inductees.
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Michelle Danforth-Anderson
or advertisers do not necessarily represent
Marketing & Tourism Director
the thoughts and sentiments of the Oneida
Nicole Hrabik
Nation or the Kalihwisaks.
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• • • COMING MAY 2024 • • •
Finding Private Abram Hill and
his Oneida Comrades in the Civil War.
This is a copy of a public record, reproduced as it was published. It is not legal advice, and it may not be the version a court would rely on. Check the official source before you cite it.