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Message From President George Howell
Dear Pawnee Tribal Members,
The Pawnee Nation is moving ahead in a number of areas. May 14, 2009, was
groundbreaking day for the 10,000 sq. ft. casino addition at the Travel Plaza. The
construction began on May 29, and is expected to last up to six months. The plans
for this new addition call for a quality steakhouse and 200 slot machines. Full operation of the facility will be handled by the Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation
(TDC).
The Pawnee Nation has two properties in Nebraska; in Oklahoma, it has the Berry
Building, purchased in the town of Pawnee, and the Day property, which was purchased a few years back. The Pawnee Business Council wants to take these properties off the states’ tax rolls and place them in trust with the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
This process can take quite a few years, but when eventually done it will save the
tribe money.
Architectural plans are currently being completed for renovations of other Pawnee Nation properties. Renovations will be starting
soon on the old USPHS (Pawnee Indian Hospital); the Roam Chief Building; and, the Berry Building, under the supervision of Ms.
Muriel Robedeaux, ICDBG Program Coordinator. Indian Community Development Block Grants are funding the refurbishing of
these structures.
Family and friends of the seven graduating students from the Pawnee Nation College proudly supported the graduates on Saturday,
May 16. It is with admiration and a great deal of emotion that we see these young adults forge ahead to get an education. The College
is in its third year of operation and many dedicated and committed people continue developing a quality educational program. Thank
you Dr. Fuller, Board of Regents, instructors, staff and most of all, the students.
Our Roads Department is receiving funds directly from the US Department of Transportation. The Pawnee Nation is one of only two
tribes in the US that contracts directly with the Federal Highways Administration. That is, all other tribes receive their funding through
the BIA; but the Pawnee Nation deals directly with the Federal Highways Administration. We are planning on building two bridges;
one is the Skedee Bridge replacement and the other is a new access to the Pawnee Reserve, in the vicinity of the former National Guard
Armory, across the Black Bear Creek.
The Pawnee Nation is planning on blacktopping streets in Pawnee that tribal members frequently utilize. There are also plans to increase the professional staff of the Tribal Roads Department. President Obama’s stimulus funds will make these projects possible.
All these things are happening now. In addition, we have three new PBC members as a result of the recent election in May. Each
member enriches the PBC with his/her varied experiences and knowledge. The past PBC’s legacy is one of honesty and integrity. The
new PBC will carry this legacy forward. Though much has been accomplished, we go forward together to do all that yet needs to be
done. I am looking forward to the PBC “taking it to the next level.”
May God bless us and guide us.
—President George Elton Howell
June/July Community CALENDAR
EDUCATION
EVENTS
Learning Circle Adventure Camp
“Pirates & The Deep Blue Sea”- June 8-19
from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Grades 1-5 will
learn how to take care of their Mind, Body
& Spirit in a fun, educational way. Contact
Chris Hill, Youth Services Coordinator at
918-762-2541, ext. 34.
Dancers of the Plains Pow Wow Exhibition”The Return of the Pawnee to Nebraska”
June 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kearney,
NE. For more information, Contact Debra D.
Echo-Hawk at 918-820-2008
Free Summer GED Classes- Roam Chief
Building. Starting in July, on Tuesdays and
Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Contact
Chris Hill, Youth Services Coordinator at
918-762-2541, ext. 34.
Pawnee Nation College Summer SchoolSessions start on June 29. For Enrollment
information, contact Stacy Glyckerr, Director
of Admissions at 918-762-3343 ext. 12.
HEALTH
Health Fair- Thursday, July 2nd from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wellness Center
(Gymnasium). Contact Tiffany Freitze, CHR
Director at 918-762-4641
American Indian Chamber of Commerce
Meeting- July 1st from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
at Pawnee Nation College in Albin Leading
Fox Hall.
63rd Annual Homecoming & Pow WowJuly 2, 3, 4 & 5 at Memorial Field in Pawnee,
OK. Contact the Pawnee Indian Veterans at
918-762-4565.
Fun Run/Walk- Substance Abuse Program
Prevention Days. 9 a.m. on Thursday, July
2 at the Pawnee Nation Wellness Center.
For more information, contact Jimmy Jestes,
Prevention Department Manager at 918-7622153.
Horse Shoe Tournament- Substance Abuse
Program Prevention Days. 9 a.m. on Friday, July
3 at the Pawnee Nation Tribal Reserve. For more
information, contact Jimmy Jestes, Prevention
Department Manager at 918-762-2153.
First Annual Disc Golf TournamentFriday, July 3 at the Pawnee Nation Disc
Golf Course, beginning at 2:00 p.m. For
more information, Contact Herman Sleeper,
Juvenile Intervention Coordinator at 918762-2153
Sober 49- Friday, July 3, after the Pow Wow,
the Substance Abuse Program will sponsor the
Sober 49 Contest. Each group must have two
youth, age 17 and under to enter. Prizes will
be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place groups.
For more information, contact Jimmy Jestes,
Prevention Department Manager at 918-7622153
Homecoming Parade- Saturday, July 4th in
downtown Pawnee. For more information,
contact the Pawnee Indian Veterans at 918762-4565.
Youth Movie Night- Every Monday night
in June and Juy, the Pawnee Pride Program
will host a movie night for area youth at the
Pawnee Nation Wellness Center, 806 Morris
Rd. For more information, contact Herman
Sleeper, Juvenile Intervention Coordinator at
918-762-2143.
to submit community calendar events and information, please contact
communications at 918-762-3621 ext. 25 or communications@pawneenation.org.
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PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL
FIRST QUARTER 2009 RESOLUTIONS
#09-01 – Non-Interference Agreement – Sunway Hotel for Travel Plaza – A resolution to assure Sunway Hotel there will be no changes in terms as
the project moves ahead. APPROVED by a vote of 5 for (Moore, Taylor, Only A Chief, Lone Chief, Bowen), 0 against, 2 excused (Wilde, Blackowl), and
1 not voting (President Howell). 01-14-09
#09-02 – Appointment to the Housing Authority – Lyle Fields was appointed in 2008, the County Court Clerk requested a resolution. APPROVED by
a vote of 5 for (Moore, Only A Chief, Lone Chief, Bowen), 0 against, 2 excused (Wilde, Blackowl) and 1 not voting (President Howell). 01-28-09
#09-03 – Non-Interference Agreement – Sunway Hotel for Chilocco – A resolution to assure Sunway Hotel there will be no changes in terms as the
project moves ahead. APPROVED by a vote of 3 (Only A Chief, Lone Chief, Bowen) for, 3 against (Moore, Wilde, Taylor), 1 absent for vote (Blackowl)
and President Howell voting yes to break the tie. 02-11-09
#09-04 – Model Tribal Secured Transactions Act – Failed by a vote of 2 for (Lone Chief, Bowen), 4 against (Moore, Wilde, Taylor, Only A Chief), 1
absent for vote (Elizabeth Blackowl) and 1 not voting (President Howell). After the vote and further discussion, it was agreed to bring this back to Council
at the next meeting for further review. 02-11-09
#09-05 – Oil and Gas Lease (Chaui Cemetery area) – APPROVED by a vote of 7 for, 0 against, and 1 not voting (President Howell). 03-11-09
#09-06 – Authorized Signatures for Proceeds of Labor Account – A resolution to add Treasurer Roy Taylor as an authorized signature on the PL account at the BIA. APPROVED by a vote of 6 for (Moore, Wilde, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone Chief, Bowen,), 0 against, 1 excused (Taylor) and 1 not
voting (President Howell). 02-25-09
#09-07 – Long Range Transportation Plan – The Long Range Transportation Plan has been in place for several years. This resolution is required yearly
to affirm we have a plan and are implementing it. APPROVED by a vote of 5 for (Moore, Wilde, Only A Chief, Lone Chief, Bowen), 1 against (Blackowl), 1 excused (Taylor) and 1 not voting (President Howell). 02-25-09
#09-08 – Cooperative Intergovernmental Agreement – BIA – Branch of Wildland Fire Management (renewal) – This resolution allows the tribal
fire department to receive reimbursement for fires on Indian land. APPROVED by a vote of 6 for (Moore, Wilde, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone Chief,
Bowen), 0 against, 1 excused (Taylor) and 1 not voting (President Howell). 02-25-09
#09-09 – Pawnee Nation Tribal Secured Transactions Act – An Act so companies will have to abide by tribal law on Indian land. This law is tribal
law that replaces the State’s Uniform Commercial Code. APPROVED by a vote of 6 for (Moore, Wilde, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone Chief, Bowen),
0 against, 1 excused (Taylor) and 1 not voting (President Howell). 02-25-09
#09-10 – Approve the submission of the ANA Language Grant – APPROVED by a vote of 6 for (Moore, Wilde, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone Chief,
Bowen), 1 absent at vote (Taylor), and 1 not voting (President Howell). 03-11-09
#09-11 – Trademark the Pawnee Nation Seal – APPROVED by a vote of 7 for (Moore, Wilde, Taylor, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone Chief, Bowen),
0 against and 1 not voting (President Howell). 03-11-09
#09-12 – Officially Change the name to Pawnee Nation College – a resolution to officially change the name of the Pawnee Nation Academy to Pawnee
Nation College. APPROVED by a vote of 7 for (Moore, Wilde, Taylor, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone Chief, Bowen), 0 against and 1 not voting (President Howell). 03-11-09
#09-13 – Approval to submit the ANA-SEDs grant proposal – APPROVED by a vote of 7 for (Moore, Wilde, Taylor, Only A Chief, Blackowl, Lone
Chief, Bowen), 0 against and 1 not voting (President Howell). 03-23-09
#09-14 – Absolute Relinquishment - RH – APPROVED by a vote of 7 for (Moore, Wilde, Taylor, Blackowl, Lone Chief, Bowen), 0 against and 2 not
voting (Only A Chief and President Howell). 03-23-09
#09-15 – Absolute Relinquishment - RT – APPROVED by a vote of 6 for (Moore, Wilde, Taylor, Blackowl, Only A Chief, Bowen), 0 against, 1 excused
(Moore) and 2 not voting (Lone Chief and President Howell). 03-23-09
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The Election Results are in...
Election Commission Pawnee Business Council Members Sworn into Office
Releases Official PBC
Pawnee Nation. The members
sworn into office are as follows:
Charles “Buddy” Lone Chief,
Vice-president; Linda Jestes,
Secretary; James Fields, Council
Seat 3; and Marshall Gover,
Council Seat 4.
Results
By Ashlee Worley
The Pawnee Nation Election
Commission announced results
of the Pawnee Business Council
Regular Election by issuing a
Certification of Election.
Election results are as follows:
Vice President
Charles Lone Chief – 196 votes
Tom Knife Chief – 97 votes
Pete Moore, Jr. – 140 votes
Secretary
Linda Jestes – 249 votes
Andrea Bowen – 182 votes
Council Seat #3
James Fields – 299 votes
Lillie Cummings – 130 votes
Council Seat #4
Marshall Gover – 232 votes
David Echo Hawk – 201 votes
An official statement released
by the Pawnee Nation Election
Commission
stated,
“The
election was carried out in
accordance with the Election
Ordinance of the Pawnee Nation
and furthermore there were no
protest or requests for recount
filed within the protest period.
Therefore, we are declaring the
results of the votes submitted on
Saturday, May 2, 2009, as official
results.”
Charles “Buddy” Lone Chief, Vice-President; Linda Jestes,
Secretary; James Fields, Council Seat 3; and Marshall Gover,
Council Seat 4,waiting to be sworn into office.
Photo Courtesy of Muriel Robedeaux
By Ashlee Worley
On Saturday, May 16, Pawnee
Nation Chief Justice, Charles
H. Tripp, performed the official
Swearing In Ceremony of the
newly elected members of the
Pawnee Business Council.
Each newly elected member
swore to support, defend and
uphold the constitution of the
“As President of the Pawnee
Business Council, I want to
welcome these new members to
the Pawnee Business Council”,
said President George Howell.
“I look forward to a lot of good
things happening to our Nation,
and to the experience and the
knowledge that these members
bring to the Council. We look
forward to moving forward,
hopefully at a greater pace than
we have been at the last two
years.”
Biographies of the four newly
elected Pawnee Business Council
members can be viewed at www.
pawneenation.org.
Nasharo Council Band Chief Election Results
The four Pawnee Bands, Chaui,
Kitkehahki, Pitahawirata and
Skidi, held meetings to elect new
Band Chiefs on Saturday, May 2,
2009.
Kitkehahki Chiefs
Morgan Littlesun
Lewis J. Horsechief
Results are as follows:
Pitahawirata Chiefs
Francis Morris
Lester Sun Eagle
Chaui Chiefs
Stephen Jake
Jimmy Horn
Skidi Chiefs
Duane Pratt, Jr.
Pat Leading Fox
Saturday, May 9, 2009, Pat
Leading Fox was re-selected as
Head Nasharo Chief, Francis
Morris as Second Chief, Lester
Sun Eagle as Secretary and
Jimmy Horn as Treasurer.
For
additional
information
regarding these meetings, tribal
members are instructed to contact
their new Band Chiefs.
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Pawnee Nation College Awards Ceremony
By Ashlee Worley
Trustees Secretary.
This year, the Pawnee Nation
College (PNC) presented awards
and honors to outstanding students.
The 2009 Awards Ceremony was
held in Albin Leading Fox Hall on
Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m.
Alicia Chaino, PNC Princess for
2008-2009
thanked
everyone
supported her this year and spoke
deeply about her experiences as the
PNC princess.
“It was very gratifying to see the
number of people who turned out
to celebrate the various individual
accomplishments and the school
accomplishments in a way that
was highly charged,” said Pawnee
Nation College President, Dr. Todd
Fuller. “All the hard work that
everybody put in, and especially
the hard work that the students
put in, really paid off. This gives
us a reason to celebrate every day.
The things people are doing at the
College, and those of us involved,
are grateful to be involved on a daily
basis. I’m humbled every day.”
It was an emotional night for
students, faculty, staff and attendees,
as explained by Faculty Member
Roger Smith, who stated “We are
getting so emotional because we are
(L-R) President, Dr. Todd Fuller
with Chalis Cox, Co-Recipient,
Student of the Year Award for
Leadership.
so invested in these students.”
A central thread in each of the
evening’s speeches was a resounding
passion for Pawnee Nation College.
“Every organization has a culture.
Every company has a corporate
culture. For us, that corporate
culture is our own [Pawnee] culture,
which is the foundation of PNC,”
said Gwen Shunatona, Board of
“First, when they asked me to be the
Pawnee Nation College princess, I
didn’t even know I was going to go
to school here. Next thing I knew, I
was enrolled and I was the princess.
The person who really encouraged
me, and wanted me to take on
this title, was my grandpa Ronnie
[Goodeagle]. It wasn’t that I didn’t
want it, I just didn’t think I deserved
it. He told me, ‘It’s never too late
to continue with what you want to
do with your life, even if you are
the oldest princess, but you’re my
princess and I’m proud of you. It’s
an honor.’ With my grandpa’s words
and encouragement, I’m here today,
and I’ve finished. I’m happy that I
fulfilled my obligation. I’m happy
that all the things I said I was going
to do for myself, I’ve finished. All
my goals and what I envisioned,
I’ve done.”
The PNC Princess for 2009-2010
is Crystal Perry, who said she is
very happy and surprised that she is
the new PNC princess. She spoke
about how PNC is a great school
and is supportive like a big family.
“I’m really lucky,” said Perry.
Awards presented at the ceremony
included:
Honor Cords for 2009 GraduatesTaylor Moore
Whitney Nuttle
Marcella Stephenson
Administrator of the year- 3 way tie
Staci Glyckherr
Andrew Gray
Randa Shemwell
Faculty member of the yearAndrew Gray
Student of the yearLeadership- Chalis Cox and
Zach Rice
Academic- Whitney Nuttle
PNC Honors 2009 Graduates
The Pawnee Nation College graduation ceremony was held Saturday, May
16 at 2 p.m. Aproximately 80 attendees watched the graduates receive their
diplomas.
This year’s graduates, Alicia Chaino-Ahkeahbo, Taylor Moore (with Honors), Whitney Nuttle (with Honors), Marcella Stephenson (with Honors) and
Pam Walker, received their Associates of Arts in American Indian Studies.
In addition, Marissa Campbell completed her Associates of Arts degree in
Child Development and Gwen Gregory completed her Associates of Science degree in Business Administration and in Arts & Sciences. These students are commended for completing their coursework at Pawnee Nation
College. Degrees were formally conferred by Northern Oklahoma College.
(L-R) Faculty Member, Andrew Gray; Students, Taylor Moore;
Alicia Chaino-Ahkeahbo; Marcella Stephenson; Whitney Nuttle;
PNC President, Dr. Todd Fuller.
Photo Courtesy of Muriel Robedeaux
Pawnee Nation College
“Indigenizing Higher Education”
Enroll Today @ 918-762-3343
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Pawnee 2nd Graders Enjoy Special Visit from Soldier
Mrs. Kelly Rice’s 2nd Grade Class and Army Sergeant 1st Class Charlie George
By Ashlee Worley
To show how strong he feels about
reading, George gave his 101st AirHometown hero, Army Sergeant 1st borne Division patch that he wore
Class Charlie George, went on a spe- in combat in Iraq to Kinsey Brien,
cial mission to Pawnee Elementary who is the outstanding reader in Mrs.
School, where he spoke to Mrs. Kel- Rice’s second grade class. He also
ly Rice’s second grade class about promised to send more patches and
stickers for Mrs. Rice to give out for
the importance of reading.
reading rewards.
Students raised their hands high to
ask questions such as, what kind of George, a 1990 Pawnee High School
gun George used in combat and what graduate, has been on three tours of
time he had to wake up in the morn- duty in Iraq. The soldier, who was
ing. Then, they listened to George traveling through Pawnee enroute
speak about the importance of read- to his new military station in Kansas, stopped to visit his cousin Kelly
ing.
Rice, her second grade class, Ned
“You will go far in life if you just Williams, Superintendent of Pawnee
learn to love to read. Reading is very Public Schools, and Mrs. McCurry,
important. Because if you can’t read High School English teacher.
something that is dangerous, how
do you know it is dangerous?” said “When I get the opportunity to come
George. “Even ten small books will through and visit during school days,
still get you to where you need to get I try to make an appointment to
visit the school, especially Mr. Wilto in life.”
lams and Mrs. McCurry at the High
School” said George. “They have
made a positive influence in my life,
which has geared me toward becoming a teacher when I retire from the
military.”
Rice noted that visits with her cousin
occur only a few times a year, but
expressed appreciation for the time
she spends with George and his wife.
“We are just so proud of him and
want to thank him and all the other
military men and women who help
protect our freedom,” said Rice.
During the visit, George took time
to eat lunch and play kick ball with
the students during recess. Then, as
recess ended, he helped the children
line up in a military formation. Under George’s guidance, the children
excitedly marched from the playground back into their classroom.
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Pawnee Nation Disc Golf Course a Success
By Ashlee Worley
The Pawnee Nation Juvenile Intervention Center held the grand
opening of the Disc Golf Course
on Friday, April 3. The 9-hole
Disc Golf Course is a newly established free activity, which features tee areas and holes around
the Pawnee Nation Tribal Reserve.
Pawnee Nation President George
Howell cut the ribbon to open the
new Disc Golf Course to the public. Howell expressed his appreciation to the Division of Health
and Community Services and
the Native Youth Culture Fund,
a grant through the First Nations
Development Institute, for bringing this free physical fitness activity to the Tribal Reserve.
Also during the grand opening, Herman Sleeper, Juvenile
Intervention Center Coordinator, thanked the many individuals, groups, and businesses that
helped to make the Disc Golf
Course a reality. The Native
Youth Culture Fund, Sonic
Drive-In, and the Pawnee Business Council were identified
Charles “Buddy” Lone Chief, (Councilman), Dawna Hare, (Executive Director), Elizabeth Blackowl,
(Councilwoman) and Pawnee Nation President George Howell cutting the ribbon to open the new
disc golf course to the public.
as key contributors to the project. Special appreciation was
expressed to the Pawnee High
School Peacemakers, who played
an instrumental role in building
the Disc Golf Course.
Designed for people of all ages,
disc golf is played like traditional
golf, with players using a flying
disc, or Frisbee, instead of clubs
and balls. Formalized in the
1970s, the sport involves throwing a golf disc from a tee area to
a target, which is the “hole.” The
object is to complete each hole
in the fewest number of throws.
The hole can be one of a number of disc golf targets, the most
common one being an elevated
metal basket.
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Pawnee Nation
Substance Abuse Program
PREVENTION DAYS
Begin July 2, 2009
On Thursday July 2, thePrevention Day begins with
a Fun Run/Walk for all ages. The Fun Run/Walk will
begin in front of the Pawnee Nation Wellness Center
at 9:00 a.m. At the conclusion of the event, a drawing
will be held for door prizes.
At 10:00 a.m. the Pawnee Nation Health Fair will begin inside the Pawnee Nation Gym. During the Health
Fair, the Substance Abuse Program will provide activities for the youth attending the Health Fair.
On Friday July 3, the Substance Abuse Program will
host a Horse Shoe tournament on the tribal reserve.
The tournament is a two man tournament with prizes
awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, Places. Tournament will
begin at 9:00 a.m.
The Substance Abuse Program will assist the Juvenile Intervention Center with the First Annual Disc
Golf Tournament held at the Pawnee Nation Disc
Golf Course beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Friday night after the Pow Wow the Substance Abuse
Program will sponsor the Sober 49 contest. Each
group must have two youth age 17 and under to enter
the 49 Contest. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd,
and 3rd place groups.
On Saturday, July 4, the SAP Program will participate in the Homecoming Parade handing out prevention material to those in attendance.
For More Information, Contact Jimmy Jestes,
Prevention Department Manager at 918-762-2153
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News from the Tax Office
The Tax Office is now a component of the Finance Division. The
Division Director is Clark Batson; Tax Manager is Lyle Fields;
Administrative Assistant is Cecelia Hawkins.
Located at 490 Agency Road (Building One), the Tax Office’s hours
of operation are Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
Administrative Assistant, Cecelia Hawkins is available by appointment
for tag issuances after hours, and on the weekend. To schedule an after
hours or weekend appointment, contact the Tax Office at 918-762-3624.
Pawnee Nation Merchandise Available:
• Decorative Tags available with the following captions at the bottom
of the plate: Oklahoma, Veteran, Chaui, Kitkehahki, Skidi, Pitahauirata. Price: $16.20
• Personalized License Plates: you design it, Auto up to 7 letters/numbers. Motorcycle up to 4 letters/numbers. Price: $35.00
Miscellaneous Merchandise:
• Pawnee Nation Seal Decal:
Price: $2.16
• License Tag Ash Trays made from License plates that were returned
by tribal members:
Price:
$5.40
• Colorado Timberline Fleece Blanket (blanket with PNO seal) 50” x
60” with Nylon Stadium carrying strap:
Price: $16.20
• Pawnee Nation Seal sew on Patch 3 1.2” Price: $5.40
• Pawnee Nation Flag sew on Patch 2” x 3”
Price: $3.24
• White Ceramic Mugs with PNO Seal.
Price: $5.40
• Flags (desktop@ base (pictured here)
Price: $10.80
• Pawnee Flag 2 x 3’
Price: $27.00
• Pawnee Flag 3 x 5’
Price: $54.00
Apparel:
• White Caps with PNO Seal
Price: $13.50
• Jerzeez Brand POLO shirt with PNO seal (S, M, L, and XXL available in Navy, Blue, White & Red):
Price: $ 13.50
T-Shirts with PNO Seal available in Navy Blue,White & Red- in small,
medium, large, XL, XXL and XXXL available
The following items may be purchased by check or money order.
There is a returned check fee of $25.00. All prices listed below
include tax:
Get the Word Out!
Put your business or event in Chaticks si Chaticks.
For more information, contact Ashlee Worley,
Communications Manager at aworley@
pawneenation.org or 918-762-3621 ext. 25
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PBC Recognizes Pawnee Basketball Championships with Donation and Proclamation
Basketball teams won the State
Basketball tournament. This is
only the seventh time in the history
of Oklahoma that twin wins have
occurred in the same season.
“We are very proud of each of you
and the accomplishments you have
made for your school, your families, your community and most
importantly, yourself,” said Pawnee Business Council President,
George Howell.
High School Principal, Bobby Miller, thanking the Pawnee Business Council for their donation.
Left to Right. Andrea Bowen, Charles “Buddy” Lone Chief, Elizabeth BlackOwl, John Only A Chief, Roy Taylor, Donna Wilde,
Pete Moore, Jr., Dawna Hare, President George E. Howell and
High School Principal, Bobby Miller.
By Ashlee Worley
Monday, April 27, 2009, the Pawnee Business Council presented
the Pawnee High School’s Boys
and Girls Basketball teams with a
check for $5,000 for the purchase
of the State Championship rings
for both teams and coaches.
This year, both the Boys and Girls
The Pawnee Business Council
made this special donation in recognition of the athletic excellence
demonstrated by the Pawnee High
School’s Boys and Girls Basketball teams. “In appreciation of
your twin championship, in the
same school year, the Pawnee Nation declares today, April 27, 2009
Pawnee Black Bear and Lady Bear
Day,” said Howell.
Before the players and coaches
were presented with proclamations
commemorating Pawnee Black
Bear and Lady Black Bear Day,
the Boys Basketball coach, David
Page, thanked the Pawnee Business
Council for its $5,000 donation and
the community for its support of
both the school and the players.
“First of all, I would like to say,
it’s an honor and privilege to be in
a school system and a community
who really cares. I’d just like to
say thank you to the Pawnee Nation for their donation. That’s unbelievable, awesome, there are all
kinds of words to describe that, but
these young men and women will
wear those rings forever and have
the pride knowing that the Pawnee
Nation made a great donation for
those rings,” said Page.
Both the Boys and Girls Basketball teams have ordered their State
Championship rings, with delivery
anticipated for late May 2009.
Construction Begins on Pawnee Nation Casino/Resturant Expansion
By Lindsey Teter
May 14, 2009, the Pawnee Tribal
Development Corporation (PTDC)
held the official groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion project at
the Pawnee Nation Travel Plaza, located on Hwy 18 at the intersection
of Hwy 412. Upwards of 150 guests
attended the ceremony.
Pawnee Nation Business Council
President George Howell expressed
appreciation to PTDC Board of Directors for their persistence in working toward this goal. The Business
Council realizes it took both the
PTDC Board along with the Council
to make this happen.
PTDC Board Chairman, Tom Briggs
added, “This Corporation is vested
with the task of creating revenue and
job opportunities. In 2008, PTDC
generated an annual payroll over
$1.3 milllion and generated total
revenue paid to the Pawnee Nation
that was over $900,000. With perseverance comes accomplishment and
this is where we are today. We look
forward to seeing this project come
to fruition.”
Construction will commence immediately on the new $6.8 million Casino, Restaurant and Bar. The 10,000sf
facility will house 200 additional
games and include an upscale 80seat steakhouse. Grand Opening is
expected by January of 2010. The
new facility promises an exciting,
upscale atmosphere with exciting
new games, Players Club and exceptional customer service.
Pawnee Business Council Members from Left to Right. President George Howell, Andrea Bowen, Elizabeth BlackOwl and
John Only A Chief
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Pawnee Nation Employees Club Hosts Annual Easter Egg Hunt
By Ashlee Worley
The Pawnee Nation’s Employees
Club hosted its annual Easter
Egg Hunt, where over a hundred
people flooded to the former
Indian Health Service (I.H.S.)
facility on the Pawnee Nation
Tribal Reserve to participate in the
annual event on Friday, April 10.
Attendees, from infants to elders,
were invited to bring their Easter
baskets to collect fun-filled eggs
and meet the Easter Bunny.
Children squealed with delight
as they spotted the colorful eggs
all along the grounds, while
the adults studied the eggs and
planned their retrieval.
The egg hunts were divided into
categories based on age, with prizes
in each category ranging from
candy to cash. The Easter Bunny
was there to greet participants and
pose for free pictures.
The Employees Club welcomes
donations and volunteers, which
are key to the continued success
of this free annual event. To find
out how you can help make next
year’s event a success, please
contact Vi Wills, Employee Club
Vice-President, at 918-762-3621
ext. 27.
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Pawnee Nation Beautiful
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To submit your photos, please contact Communications at communications@pawneenation.org or call 918-762-3621 ext. 25
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Health & Wellness
Are You Needing Assistance? Tobacco Prevention
By Tiffany Frietze, Health Department Manager
We have had several inquiries regarding direct assistance; as a result, we wanted to describe what
types of assistances the CHR/
EMS/HE office has to offer:
Community Service Block Grant
(CSBG)-provides assistance to
low-income Native American individuals/families with housing
and/or utility deposits (no bills)
and medical expenses (eyewear,
dentures, and medications). The
maximum amount of assistance
is $100.00 in a calendar year. Clients must reside in Pawnee County, but do not have to be a member
of the Pawnee Nation.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)-provides assistance to low-income
Native American households in
meeting their immediate home energy needs. LIHEAP monies can
be used to pay for electricity, gas,
or propane bills. The maximum
amount of assistance is $100.00
in a calendar year. Clients must
reside in Pawnee County, but do
not have to be a member of the
Pawnee Nation.
of the Pawnee Nation as verified
by a CDIB/Pawnee Nation Enrollment Department. The following are the assistance thresholds:
Age 55 thru 69--assistance request not to exceed $400.00
Age 70 thru 79-- assistance request not to exceed $500.00
Age 80 plus--assistance request
not to exceed $600.00
Elders & Handicap Assistance Handicap (at any age)—assistance
Program- provides financial assis- request not to exceed $400.00
tance to be used for the health and
welfare of the Pawnee Tribal El- **Applications for the above asderly & Handicap members who sistance programs can be mailed,
are not covered by other assis- faxed, or picked up at the CHR/
tance programs. Applicant must EMS/HE office during regular
be at least 55 years old at the time office hours, 8:00am to 5:00pm.,
of the application for assistance Monday through Friday.**
and/or handicapped of any age.
If handicapped, applicant must Should you have any questions,
provide proof of such condition. please feel free to contact the
Doctor’s notes will not be accept- Pawnee Nation CHR Program at
ed. Applicant must be a member (918) 762-4641.
Title VI Elders Advisory Board Elects New President
By Sidra Atyse, Title VI Supervisor to vote on. The two names were
voted on Thursday, May 14th,
Due to the resignation of the 2009 and all elders were eligible
previous Elders Advisory Board to vote. The votes were counted
President on April 13th, 2009, the and at 1:15 p.m. on Thursday,
Elders fundraisers were put to a May 14th, 2009. Mollie Davidson
halt until they could elect someone became the newly elected Elders
to fill the President’s position.
Advisory Board President for the
2009 – 2010. Congratulations
They started nominations on Mollie!
Monday, May 11, 2009 through
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 The new Elders Advisory Board
until 12:30 p.m. At 1:00 p.m. an consists of:
Advisory Board official counted
up the nominations for President Mollie Davidson – President
and the outcome lead to two people Geraldine Howell – Vice-President
Jean Rice – Secretary
Richard Roubedeux – Treasurer
If you should have any further
questions about activities or
fundraisers please contact the
Title VI Senior Program office at
(918) 762-4042
and Education
By Suzy Snell, Reach Coordinator
The REACH US program
has changed focus this year
to Tobacco Prevention/
Education,
along
with
promoting the Second Wind
Cessation Program.
The REACH program goal
is to increase community,
organization, and individual
involvement in Tobacco
Prevention, Education, and
Cessation classes in order to
reduce or stop the process
of lung disease, asthma, and
the effects of second hand
smoking.
The program will accomplish
this through collaborations
with community, Tribal
organizations, and outside
tobacco
coalitions
by
concentrating on policy
development, environmental
changes,
and
behavior
modifications.
If anyone would like more
information about the effects
of Commercial Tobacco or
would like to quit, please
call Suzy at the REACH US
office, at 918-762-6495.
Chaticks si Chaticks -June 2009-
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Health & Wellness
Health News Tips for Exercise Success (Survival!)
By Tiffany Frietze, Health Department Manager
The Asthma and Allergy
Foundation of America (AAFA)
observes the month of May as
the national Asthma and Allergy
Awareness month. May is a
peak time for summer and spring
allergies that arise due to the
abundance of different allergens
during this time of the year. These
allergens trigger attacks of asthma
or seasonal allergies that plague
sufferers with the problems of
itching, sneezing, watery eyes,
and breathing difficulties.
By Francis Grant, Diabetes
Coordinator
Swimming or playing in the water,
riding a bike, walking or jogging (or
trying to walk fast), dancing around
the house, or any one of dozens of
other activities can help your heart
and other muscles. The activities
will cause you to feel warm (or hot!),
perspire (or sweat!), and breathe
heavily, without being out of breath
(or gasping for air like there is no
tomorrow) and hopefully without
feeling any burning sensation in
your muscles.
Asthma attacks are usually
triggered by tobacco smoke,
allergens, stress, or strenuous
exercise. If left untreated, a
serious asthma attack can prove
to be life-threatening; however,
with adequate medical attention,
a healthcare provider will be able
to devise a suitable treatment
plan that would allow an asthma
patient to remain active and
healthy.
Whether the activity is a structured
exercise program or just part of your
daily routine, all exercise really adds
up to a healthier heart with more
flexibility and body coordination.
Allergies affect millions of
Americans each day. A person
suffering from allergies are
acutely sensitive to substances
that are usually harmless to a
normal person. These substances
include pollen, mold spores,
weeds, dust mites, animal dander,
and grasses. Although allergies
cannot be completely cured, the
symptoms can be controlled by
reducing exposure to the allergycausing substances.
Pawnee
Nation
Health Fair
With today’s advancements in
medicine and technology, people
are able to enjoy healthy, active
lifestyles-this is true for asthma
and allergy sufferers too. With the
right diagnosis, proper treatment,
and effective medications, there
are no limitations to what asthma
and allergy sufferers can do.
Here are some tips for exercise
success:
Save the Date!
Thursday,
July 2
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
at the
Wellness
Center
• If you have not exercised for a
long time, feel you are overweight,
have been told you have a high risk
of coronary heart disease or some
other chronic health problem, such
as diabetes or high cholesterol, see
the doctor for a medical check-up
before beginning a physical activity
program.
• Choose activities that are fun
and don’t wear you out for the day.
Add variety! Develop, or even go
back to, several activities that you
enjoyed in the past. That way,
exercise will never seem boring or
routine.
• Wear comfortable, properly fitted
footwear and comfortable, loosefitting clothing appropriate for the
weather and the activity.
• Find a time and place to do activities
and keep exercise equipment
nearby. Try to make exercise a
habit, but always remember to be
flexible. If you miss an exercise
opportunity, find another way to
make the activity happen.
• Use music while you exercise to
keep you entertained.
• Surround yourself with people
who are supportive of you and your
efforts.
• Don’t overdo it. Do low-level
to moderate-level activities at first.
You can slowly increase the duration
and intensity of your activities as
you become more fit and able. Over
time, work up to exercising on most
days of the week for 30-60 minutes.
• Keep a record of your activities.
Reward yourself at special goals
you reach. Nothing motivates like
success!
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Two Pawnee Sisters Sweep the Osage’s National Indian Taco Championships
By Benny Polacca
Osage News
Ramona Horsechief and her sister Lisa
Pahsetopah say having strong faith
and “a love for cooking” creates great
dishes and keeps people coming back
for more, especially when it comes to
Indian tacos.
“Cooking is my spiritual gift,” said
Horsechief. “That’s why my husband
is so heavy.”
Horsechief, along with Pahsetopah,
took home top honors Saturday at the
National Indian Taco Championships
in Pawhuska, where more than 800
people descended downtown to taste
the culinary treats.
Horsechief, who won first in the Traditional Indian Taco category, won after she covered her frybread in buffalo
meat chili and added the garnishment
of lettuce, cheese and homemade pico
de gallo. Pahsetopah, who won in the
Dessert Indian Taco category, actually
filled her frybread dough with cream
and then cooked it in the hot grease,
topping it after with caramelized pecans, fresh strawberries and homemade
whipped cream. She said she chose the
recipe while saying to herself “I know
Indians love sugar, sugar, sugar.”
The duo was among 20-plus entrants in
the competition, now in its fifth year.
The sisters, both of Pawnee and Cherokee decent, are devout Christians who
travel for ministry work. They recently
started their own catering business,
Two Sisters Catering, to help bring
in more money after their other work
started slowing down.
“I love cooking it all,” Horsechief said
while taking down the food stand she
ran with Pahsetopah and her husband
Ellis Horsechief .
“It feels unbelieveable,” Pahsetopah,
of Sapulpa, Okla., said after the winners and runner-ups were announced.
Both accepted their checks from the
event officials with flour and dough
sticking to their hands.
The sisters’ first place award came with
a $1,500 check and a year’s worth of
bragging rights.
Osage Nation Principal Chief Jim Gray
congratulated the sisters on their win
and shook their doughy hands. “It’s
going to be a long year,” he said jokingly, referring to the Osage and Pawnee rivalry that stems back to pre-1900
Indian wars.
In the traditional taco competition, Ben Jacobs won second place and Debra Lookout took third. Lookout took
second place for her dessert
taco and Georgette Fixico
won third. Second place finishers won $1,000 and third
place took home $500.
Horsechief, 41, said she credits working well with Pahsetopah, 46, which is another
reason they joined forces in
business. “She makes the
best frybread and I make the
best chili,” she said.
The Horsechiefs, of Midwest
City, Okla., travel with One
NITC Winners in both Traditional and Dessert, Spirit Praise, a Native AmerRomona Horsechief and Lisa Pahsetopah
ican Christian music minPhoto by Chalene Toehay/Osage News istry, and visit with people
Lisa Pahsetopah jumps up in the air with excitement and receives a hug
from sister Ramona Horsechief as she claims victory winning the Dessert
Indian Taco category.
Photo by Chalene Toehay/Osage News
from all backgrounds. Ramona provides food for the events. Horsechief,
who has more than 20 years of cooking and culinary school experience,
said her group visits with all groups of
people, including those attending rehabilitation and juvenile centers.
Pahsetopah and her husband Michael
have a family dance troupe which
performs Native American dancing at
various events including faith-based
functions. One of their recent travels
was to Houston where the couple and
their six-year-old daughter Heaven
auditioned for NBC’s “America’s Got
Talent.”
Pahsetopah said the trio would try again
next year to win a chance to compete
on national TV. In the meantime, Pahsetopah said she planned on using her
prize money toward the purchase of a
concession stand.
Both sisters, who learned to cook from
watching their grandmother, plan to
continue developing their catering venture, knowing others love their foods.
Pahsetopah, who has sold and cooked
food at other special or Native American-related events, said she has followers, whom she calls “frybread groupies.”
Chaticks si Chaticks would like to
thank the Osage News for giving us
permission to reprint this article.
Chaticks si Chaticks -June 2009-
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Larry EchoHawk to Lead Bureau of Indian Affairs
By Matt Canham
The Salt Lake Tribune
President Barack Obama picked
Brigham Young University law
professor Larry EchoHawk to
lead the Bureau of Indian Affairs,
making him the 11th assistant
secretary for Indian Affairs, the
first high-profile Mormon and
first Utahn to join the administration’s senior ranks.
EchoHawk, a member of the
Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, has
lived and worked throughout the
West. He made history in 1990 as
the first American Indian elected
to statewide office when he won
Idaho’s attorney general race.
After a failed bid for Gem State
governor, EchoHawk, a Democrat, relocated to Utah, where he
started teaching courses on criminal law and federal Indian law at
BYU.
“Larry EchoHawk has the right
leadership abilities, legislative
experience and legal expertise,”
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar
said, “to bring about the transformative improvements we all seek
for Indian country.”
The official title is assistant secretary for Indian affairs within
Interior. He will lead the bureau
responsible for providing services to 1.7 million American Indians and Alaskan natives and for
managing 66 million acres held
in trust by the United States for
tribes.
EchoHawk had a message for his
new employees. “I want to express my appreciation for their
dedication to serving the American Indian and Alaska Native
people,” he said. “We will continue to honor the federal trust
responsibility, to support tribal
self-determination and to make
a positive difference in the tribal
Pawnee Baby
Stars in Film
Aven King Moore, son of Pawnee citizens Jordan Moore and
Amber Whiteshirt, stars as Pearl
Carter Scott’s infant in the feature length film, “Pearl,” airing
at the Oklahoma City Museum
of Arts at 8 p.m. on
Thursday, June 11.
Filmed at various locations in
Oklahoma, the film tells the
Larry EchoHawk was officially
sworn in Friday, May 22, 2009,
as the new assistant Interior secretary for Indian Affairs, allowing him to get a quick start on his
work, after the Senate confirmed
him earlier in the week.
CHATICKS SI CHATICKS
Published by
The Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
News & Communications Staff
Amy Watters
Ashlee Worley
Suzie Kanuho
Contributing Writers
Lindsey Teter
By Amy Watters
Credit for landing young Aven
his role in the movie has been
credited to the picture featured
at right, which was taken by
Amanda Crawford (Pawnee).
“My daughter said they (casting) took one look at this picture and they were like, this is
the one,” said beaming grandfather Tom Whiteshirt.
communities we serve.”
Graphic Design & Layout
Ashlee Worley
Communications Manager
story of Eula “Pearl” Carter
Scott, a Chickasaw girl from
Oklahoma who is best known
as the youngest licensed pilot
in America. Befriended by famous aviator Wiley Post in the
late 1920s, Scott made her first
solo flight at age 13 and began
performing as a barnstormer
and commercial pilot at age 14.
Produced by the Chickasaw
Nation, “Pearl” premiered on
March 28 at the American Film
Institute of Dallas’ International Film Festival. Ironically,
the film’s premiere occurred
four years to the day after Eula
“Pearl” Carter Scott’s death.
Contact Information
P.O. Box 470
Pawnee, OK 74058
(918) 762-3621
communictions@pawneenation.org
www.pawneenation.org
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Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation (PTDC)
Financial Overview
January 31, 2009
February 28, 2009
March 31, 2009
FINANCIAL RESULTS
During January, 2009 the combined operations of
all PTDC entities had operational net income of
$102,406 bringing year-to-date combined operational income to $102,406. Including this month’s
income sharing distribution of $51,203, $51,203
of this total operational income for 2009 is directly
distributed to the Tribe. This represents 50% of PTDC’s operational income for the year.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
During February, 2009 the combined operations
of all PTDC entities had operational net income of
$134,058 bringing year-to-date combined operational income to $236,464. Including this month’s
income sharing distribution of $67,629, $118,832
of this total operational income for 2009 is directly
distributed to the Tribe. This represents 50% of PTDC’s operational income for the year.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
During March, 2009 the combined operations of
all PTDC entities had operational net income of
$123,882 bringing year-to-date combined operational income to $361,546. Including this month’s
income sharing distribution of $61,941, $180,773
of this total operational income for 2009 is directly
distributed to the Tribe. This represents 50% of
PTDC’s operational income for the year.
IMPACT ANALYSIS
The normal operating expenses were $254,948 of
which $122,342 or 48% were for payroll expenses.
The year-to-date operating expenses were $254,948
of which $122,342 or 48% were for payroll expenses.
IMPACT ANALYSIS
The normal operating expenses were $246,997 of
which $118,723 or 48% were for payroll expenses.
The year-to-date operating expenses were $254,948
of which $122,342 or 48% were for payroll expenses.
IMPACT ANALYSIS
The normal operating expenses were $263,795
of which $108,931 or 41% were for payroll expenses. The year-to-date operating expenses were
$764,540 of which $349,996 or 46% were for payroll expenses.
In addition, during the month PTDC made payments and accruals to the Gaming Commission for
assessments and licenses of $13,100. This brought
direct payments and assessments for the Gaming
Commission for the year to $13,100.
In addition, during the month PTDC made payments and accruals to the Gaming Commission for
assessments and licenses of $13,020. This brought
direct payments and assessments for the Gaming
Commission for the year to $26,120.
In addition, during the month PTDC made payments and accruals to the Gaming Commission for
assessments and licenses of $16,293. This brought
direct payments and assessments for the Gaming
Commission for the year to $42,413.
The Trading Post retail operations, the Travel Plaza
and Subway combined to collect and remit $7,894
of sales tax to the Tribe for the month. This brought
the total amount of sales taxes collected and remitted to the Tribe to $7,894 for the year.
The Trading Post retail operations, the Travel Plaza
and Subway combined to collect and remit $7,438
of sales tax to the Tribe for the month. This brought
the total amount of sales taxes collected and remitted to the Tribe to $15,332 for the year.
The Trading Post retail operations, the Travel Plaza
and Subway combined to collect and remit $6,083
of sales tax to the Tribe for the month. This brought
the total amount of sales taxes collected and remitted to the Tribe to $21,415 for the year.
In addition direct rent payments of $3,700 were
paid for tribal facilities bringing the total to $3,700
for the year.
In addition direct rent payments of $3,700 were
paid for tribal facilities bringing the total to $7,400
for the year.
In addition direct rent payments of $3,700 were
paid for tribal facilities bringing the total to $11,100
for the year.
The total amount of payments to be made directly
to the tribe for January 1, 2009 through January 31,
2009 for assessments, licenses, distribution of profits, rents and sales taxes was $75,897.
The total amount of payments to be made directly
to the tribe for February 1, 2009 through February
28, 2009 for assessments, licenses, distribution of
profits, rents and sales taxes was $91,787.
The total amount of payments to be made directly to the tribe for March 1, 2009 through March
31, 2009 for assessments, licenses, distribution of
profits, rents and sales taxes was $88,017.
The total year-to-date amount of payments from
January 1, 2009 through January 31, 2009 for assessments, licenses, distribution of profits, rents and
sales taxes totaled $75,897.
The total year-to-date amount of payments from
February 1, 2009 through February 28, 2009 for assessments, licenses, distribution of profits, rents and
sales taxes totaled $167,684.
The total year-to-date amount of payments from
January 1, 2009 through March 31, 2009 for assessments, licenses, distribution of profits, rents
and sales taxes totaled $255,701.
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please bring it to our attention.
You may contact us by phone at
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or by mail at PO Box 470, Pawnee, OK 74058.
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Chaticks si Chaticks -June 2009-
Class of 2009
Congratulations
Elise! We are so
very proud of
the young lady
you have grown
into.
We
love
you! Mom, Dad,
Connor & Braden
Elise Lynn Peters
graduated from
Pawnee
High
School on May
22, 2009 and is
the daughter of
Carrie Peters and
Herman Sleeper.
She is the granddaughter of Jo Only A Chief
and the late Lewis Only A Chief and her great
grandparents were Jim and Minnie Peters.
She will be attending OSU/NOC in the fall and
later will be transferring to OSU or OU.
Lindsay Marie Brantley, graduated with a
Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice from the
University of Texas in Arlington. She is related to
Alex Mathews, who was a Battan Death March
prisoner survivor from WWII.
Lacey Renae Gaylord, graduated with a Bachelors
of Science in Elementary Education from the
University of Memphis. She is the Granddaughter
of Lou Norris, Great Granddaughter of Pricilla Jim
Cannaday, who was the daughter of Suzi and
St.Elmo Jim
Brian Lee Piccolella, a member of the Pawnee
Nation, graduated from Oklahoma State
University on May 9, 2009 with a Bachelor of
Science Degree in Management Information
Systems.
Gwen Renee Gregory, a member of the Pawnee
Nation, graduated from Northern Oklahoma
College on May 2, 2009 with an Associate of
Science Degree in Business Administration and
Arts & Sciences.
Marissa Campbell, graduated from Northern
Oklahoma College with an Associates of Arts in
Child Development.
Alicia Chaino-Ahkeahbo, Taylor Moore (with
Honors), Whitney Nuttle (with Honors), Marcella Stephenson (with Honors) and Pam Walker,
graduated from Pawnee Nation College and
received their Associates of Arts in American Indian Studies
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Electa Leigh Hare received
her Master of Social Work
from the George Warren
Brown School of Social Work
at Washington University
in St. Louis May 15, 2009,
with a concentration in
Individualized-Children/
Youth and Native Social
Work. Electa will finish her
practicum at the Indian
Health
Care
Resource
Center of Tulsa, Inc. She
will be working in human
services doing assessments
with Native children, youth
and families.
Ms. Leeann Norman is
Seminole
and
Pawnee.
Leeann has been selected to
receive a Gates Scholarship,
the nation’s largest and
most
successful
minority
scholarship program. Only
1,000 students from 48 States,
the District of Columbia,
Puerto Rico and Guam, were
selected as Gates Millennium
Scholars.
Leeann has been very active
in school activities while
maintaining 3.85-4.0 GPA during her high school career.
Her activities have included Native American Student
Council, Jr. class parliamentarian, Sr. class secretary,
Native American Student Council, National Honor Society,
Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Oklahoma Honor Society,
Oklahoma Indian Honor Society, Student Council, Fast and
Slowpitch softball, Track. She also won a Patty Ironcloud
Scholarship to go to Washington D.C. last summer.
Leeann’s grandparent’s are the late Lee and Viola Norman,
she is the great granddaughter of the late Irene Bailey and
the daughter of Charlene Norman.
Congratulations to all the Graduates!
LISTEN to your heart. FOLLOW your
dreams. REACH for the stars and know you
can do ANYTHING.
Community Highlights
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Chaticks si Chaticks -June 2009She has served previously as the 2007
Oklahoma Indian Biker Princess, which is
an all native motorcycle club, who provide community service and support for
veterans in Oklahoma. In March 2008,
she competed in the Changing Winds
Cultural Society yearly competition and
won Best Tribal Dress, Best Tribal Greeting, Best Tribal Talent and the title of
2008 Jr. Miss Indian Oklahoma City. She
has also performed exhibition dancing
for local area schools and many other
functions.
Dana Whiteshirt getting sworn in for Housing
Commission Seat #2
Happy
2nd
Birthday
Gabriel Ethan
On March 25, 2009 Raven Mamie Morgan was inducted into the Jr. National
Honor Society for Junior High students.
Raven has successfully maintained
greater than a 3.5 grade point average
this school year in Advanced Placement
(AP) classes. She was nominated by her
school and attended a special induction ceremony where she pledged to
uphold the NHS Constitution and promote good Character, Leadership, Service and Citizenship.
Raven Mamie Morgan is Pawnee, Cheyenne, Arapaho, and Otoe. She is the 13
year old daughter of Victor and LaRenda (Rickman) Morgan. She is currently
an enrolled member of the Pawnee
Nation. She is named after her Pawnee
great grandmother Mamie Morgan.
She attends school in the Oklahoma
City area. In 7th grade, she was active
in school clubs, choir and basketball. Raven loves basketball, music, art, reading,
dancing, and writing poetry. Raven’s
future plans are to attend college and
major in Performing Arts and play ball.
Ravens’ father, Victor is enrolled Pawnee. Her Pawnee family are the Morgans, Echohawks and Knifechiefs. She
is the granddaughter of Sue MorganCotanny, as well as Elmo Morgan, Theodore Teeter Morgan, Ann Morgan-Collins, the late Gloria Morgan-Weinstein,
the late Cristabel Spade-Echohawk, the
late Harold (Beaver) Morgan, and late
William Morgan Jr. and she is the great
granddaughter of the late William (Bill)
and Mamie Morgan of Pawnee.
Ravens’ mother LaRenda is Cheyenne
Arapaho and Otoe. Her Cheyenne
family are the Bushyheads, her Arapaho
family is the Lumpmouths (Blacks)
and Gearys. Ravens grandmother
is Micki Black of El Reno and great
grandparents are the United Methodist
Clergy Reverend Joann (Bushyhead)
Black of El Reno and the late Edward
Lumpmouth Black Sr. Raven’s Otoe
family are the Deroins and Roubideaux.
Her grandfather was the late Forrest
Rickman of Ponca City. Her great
grandparents are Charles and Clarice
Deroin-Rickman of Ponca City.
The family hopes everyone has a
great summer and look for Raven and
say hello at the 2009 Pawnee Nation
Homecoming!
Aho! Max Bear McIntosh,
Love, Chalis & Gerald, Lura, Bobby, and G. Ellen!
Chalis Cox would like to thank Ms. Randa Shemwell, Gwen Gregory, Amber Whiteshirt,
and Janet Mulder for holding a wonderful baby shower for Max Bear McIntosh! The
shower was held at Kacie’s Diner on May 23, 2009. “We would also like to personally
thank: G. Junie&G. Donnie, Renee A., PN College, Patty M., A. Debbie W., Thomas &
Andrew; Dana Anne & Samantha; A. Lura & A. Della; G. Norma, Herman & Carrie Jo; A.
Berdina, A. Yvonne F., G. Jo Peters; Grandpa John for naming him – WhiteHorse!”
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My Fellow Pawnee Nation Tribal Members,
Nawa! Let me introduce myself, I’m Shannon Louise Sletto,
daughter of Pawnee Nation
Veteran Lozana Eppler and
Timothy Sletto, also the granddaughter of the late Teddy
Eppler and Rebecca (Pratt)
Eppler. My maternal greatgrandparents were the late
Adam and Hazel Pratt and
the late Joseph and Myra
(Lone Chief) Eppler was my
paternal great-grandparents.
In addition, I hail from the Skidi
Band of the Pawnee Nation as
well as belong to the Pumpkin
Vine Clan. I graduated from
Pawnee High School in 2006
and currently work as an assistant pre-school teacher for
the Quapaw tribe. As a person deeply-rooted in Pawnee
This past year I served as the
2008-2009 Pawnee Indian Veterans Homecoming Princess
and am grateful for having
been given that opportunity.
Serving as the Homecoming Princess is what I had
dreamed of since I was a little
girl. As I grew up, every summer during the Homecoming
I would admire the beautiful princesses who were all so
friendly, intelligent and very
courageous and most notably effortlessly kept gorgeous
smiles upon their faces. Last
year my dream became a reality. I have been blessed with
the good fortune to travel in
our state and to other states
representing the Pawnee Nation and the Pawnee Indian
Veterans Organization. The
experience has genuinely
humbled me as I did my best
to personify what I saw in the
princesses of the past.
I wish to thank my family for
their support during my reign
and express to the future 20092010 Homecoming Princess
my desire for her to have an
enlightening and prosperous
year. Finally, I want to thank
the Pawnee Indian Veterans
for allowing me the chance to
achieve a dream. Thank you!
Devyn EchoHawk, Pawnee tribal member, and a
Junior at Pawnee High School placed fourth in Class 3A
Heavyweight at the OSSAA State Wrestling on February
27 & 28 in Oklahoma City, OK. He wrestled in Inola, OK
at the Eastern Regional tournament and placed 1st to
earn a spot in the State Tournament.
Devyn has been wrestling for a few years and took a
couple years off before returning to compete at the
high school level this year. He is very greatful for all those
who came out and supported him and said he was
glad he took the chance and returned to a sport that
challenges yourself to be the best you can be.
Happy 1st Birthday Lawren Michele Goodfox!
Lawren is the daughter of Jeff and Alyssa Goodfox, baby sister of Kalei
Goodfox and grandchild of Larry and Gaye Goodfox, Russell Cannon and
Sidonie Cannon and great grandchild of Mary Goodfox. Lawren is Chaui
and is also Osage of the Grayhorse District. Lawren is the name sake of her
Big Ahput, Lawrence Goodfox, Jr. and her auntie, Jodi Michele.
Lawren missed the Homecoming Pow Wow last year because she was
having her own homecoming but will definitely be there this year!
To Submit a Highlight, contact Ashlee Worley at
aworley@pawneenation.org or call 918-762-3621 ext. 25
Community Highlights
heritage, I find it important to
share my thoughts of this past
year as a representative of
the Pawnee Nation.
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Chaticks si Chaticks -June 2009ROBERTA LUCY
PRATT GARDIPE
January 26, 1941 – May 1, 2009
RONALD C. GOODEAGLE,
SR. “Ronnie,” died at his home
April 14. He was 74-years-old.
Goodeagle was born on February
20, 1935 at the Pawnee Indian
Hospital in Pawnee, Oklahoma
to Merton Kenneth Goodeagle
and Lenora Jake Goodeagle. He
attended Pawnee Indian Boarding School and graduated from
Pawnee High School with the
Class of 1955. He was a linebacker for the Pawnee High
School football team that won
State in 1955. He worked in the
oilfield, and served in the 45th
Infantry Division of the National
Guard. He enjoyed rodeos and
participated as a bull rider and
calf roper. In 2002 he was the
Pawnee Bill Memorial Rodeo
Honoree. He has served as a
board member for the Pawnee
Bill’s Ranch Association. He
was a Champion Straight Dancer
and was Chief of the Chaui Band
of the Pawnee Nation Tribe of
Indians. He was past President
of the Pawnee Chapter of the
Native American Church and
served as a Roadman. He was
spiritual advisor for the Unified
Solution Tribal Community Development Group of the Department of Justice.
He married Vanessa Knight Goodeagle on October 23, 1993 in
Ponca City, Okla. and has been a
lifetime resident of Pawnee.
He was preceded in death by his
parents, Kenneth and Lenora
Goodeagle, his brother Merton
K. Goodeagle, Jr., his son, Mark
Lee Goodeagle, and his daughter, Mary Angela Goodeagle
Services were held April 17 at the
Pawnee Nation Multi-Purpose
Complex - Gym, Pawnee,
Oklahoma, with Roadman Pat
Moore officiating.
Roberta Lucy Pratt Gardipe
was born on January 26, 1941
in Pawnee Oklahoma to Adam
Edward Pratt and Lula Nora Tilden Pratt. She passed from this
life on Friday, May 1, 2009 in
Tulsa, Oklahoma having reached
the age of 68 years, 3 months,
and 4 days. She was a lifetime
resident of Pawnee, and was affiliated with the Masham Baptist
Church. She served in the United States Navy from May 16,
1962 until her Honorable Discharge on September 6, 1963.
She was currently serving as the
President of the Pawnee Indian
Veterans Organization. She was
a retired Registered Nurse.
Surviving is a son, Kenneth
James McCosar and wife, Recia,
Pawnee, plus grandchildren Des
LOUELLA ‘LOU’ TOPETCHY
May 6, 1938 – March 17, 2009
Funeral services for Louella
“Lou” Topetchy, 70, were held
on Saturday March 21, 2009, in
Lawton, OK, at the Comanche
Nation Funeral Home Chapel,
with the Rev. Lewis Bernard,
Pastor, full Gospel Church of
Fairfax, officiating. Burial was
in Deyo Mission Cemetery.
Mrs. Topetchy died Tuesday,
March 17, 2009, in Oklahoma
City. She was born on May 6,
1938, in Pawnee, to Sam Young
and Nettie Hartico. She grew up
in the Pawnee area, and attended
Pawnee Schools. She married
Gary Mihesuah Topetchy on
mond Tyler, Andrea Ann, Shana
Renee, Kale Xavier, Kenna Jade
and Brittany Nicole Pratt and a
nephew, Stephen Ashley Pratt,
Pawnee.
Also surviving are 4 brothers and
3 sisters: Willard Pratt, Douglas Tilden and Duane Pratt, all
of Pawnee and Alan Dale Pratt
of Idaho, plus Rebecca Eppler,
Pawnee; Eileen Sands, Oklahoma City and Thomasene Neff,
Fairfax, plus numerous nephews,
nieces, grandchildren, cousins,
other relatives and many friends.
Roberta was preceded in death
by her parents, Adam and Lula
Nora Pratt; her grandparents:
Ezra Tilden and Lizzie Washington Tilden, Thomas Pratt and
Nancy Thomas Pratt; a brother
Eddie Pratt and 3 sisters: Myrtle
LeadingFox, Vivena Williams
and Patricia Williams plus several aunts and uncles.
December 30, 1058, in Los
Angeles, California, and they
lived in Pawnee. She was a
member of the Pawnee Nation
and Full Gospel Church.
Survivors include a daughter,
Carmen
Topetchy-Verwser,
Oklahoma City; a son, Gregory
Topetchy,
Lawton;
three
grandchildren: Tambi DeHaasHood, James Topetchy DeHaas
and Codie Topetchy; and other
relatives and prayer partners
across Indian Country.
She was preceded in death
by her husband; a son, Gary
Topetchy, Jr.; and her parents
and grandparents.
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In Loving Memory
KYLE RAY DISHMAN
June 16, 1984 – April 26, 2009
Cami Toalston and husband,
Andy, all of Pratt.
Memorial services were held
Saturday in Pratt, Kansas, for
Kyle R. Dishman, 24, who died
as the result of an accident in
Cape Coral, Florida, on Sunday,
April 26th. He was an enrolled
member of the Pawnee Nation.
In addition, he is survived by
his other grandmothers Regina
Wilson, Joanne Rankins; grandfather Bill Rankins, Pawnee and
Jean McClendon of Georgia;
his aunts, Janet Gonzales, Phyllis Gonzales, Dollie Gonzales
and uncle Sherman Gonzales
plus aunts Lily Harms and Catherine Keeling, all of Pawnee;
Oleta White, Karen Horsechief,
Anadarko; Minnie Rice, Edmond; Uncle Mike Moore, Hominy; a niece Sophia Toalston and
nephew Michael Joseph Dishman of Pratt as well as many
other relatives and many friends.
Born in Kingman, Kansas, on
June 16, 1984, to Ronnie Dishman and Dena (Gonzales) Dishman, he grew up in Coats, Kansas and graduated from Skyline
School at Pratt, Kansas in 2003
Kyle was a lifeguard and worked
in construction in Cape Coral
where he resided for the past 3
years. His passion was music,
playing guitar and writing lyrics
which was his way of connecting
to everyone and everything.
Surviving are his parents, grandmothers Violet Dishman, Pratt,
Kansas and Sadie Gonzales,
Pawnee; a brother Ryan Dishman, Luka, Kansas; sisters-Amy
Shinkle and husband, Kevin;
He was preceded in death by his
grandfathers, Ray Dishman and
Howard Gonzales; aunt Susan
Gonzales and uncle Howard P.
Gonzales.
He was cremated and a memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 9, 2009, at the Pratt
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Pratt, Kansas.
Dancers of the Plains Pow Wow Exhibition
“The Return of the Pawnee to Nebraska”
Honoring of Veterans
http://www.archway.org
Alexander H. Mathews
Sunrise: May 11, 1919 - Sunset: March 14, 2008
American Ex-Prisioner-of-War
42 Months ~ April 9, 1942 ~ August 15, 1945
American Defender(s) of Bataan and Corregidor
WWII Bataan Death March Survivor
SGT. - U.S. Army
“Remember Bataan, Remember Them”
Sleep my loved one, your duty done, for freedom’s light has
come, sleep in the silent depths of the sea or in your bed of
hallowd sod, until you hear at dawn the low clear reveille of
God.
“Courage is a quality God has seen fit to dispense with utmost
care. The men of Bataan and Corregidor were his chosen
favorites.” ~Maj.Gen. Edard P. King, Jr.; Commanding
General Bataan
“Thhough hungry, ragged, ill, and seldom dispirited, they
were merely American soldiers, these Heroes of Bataan.
Behind them was the tradition of great American battles
and places where American fighting men have been . They
endured hunger, overcame fear and held the line. These men
represent the spirit of America, which becomes alive when
Americans are called upon to do their duty. Through it all,
they rememnbered home. They did not forget us. We will
never forget them...” Marcus Griffin
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he
delighteth in his way.” Psalms 37:23
Loving Husband, Cherished Father, Devoted Gradfather,
Precious Uncle, Gentle Man, Dear Friend: Rest
peacefully knowing that you will always be remembered
and deeply loved.
Mrs. Alexander H. Mathews and Family
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