# Published by Mandaree West Segment (2023) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Athree_affiliated_fort_berthold%3Ac97e7dfad5b45737 ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text West Segment News PRSRT STD Published by Mandaree West Segment MANDAREE ND 58757 Editor: Lovina Fox Volume 3 Issue 8 US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 3 September 2023 Grand Opening for Our New Tribal Office Inside This Issue: Pictured above is the Three Affiliated Tribes Chairman Mark Fox, standing with North Segment Councilwoman Monica Mayer and North East Segment Councilman Mervin Page 2. Councilwoman’s Packineau with others holding the ribbon while the TAT Chairman Mark Fox cuts the Update ribbon for the grand opening of the New Tribal office building. Page 4: Daycare Grand Opening The weather was nice for the grand opening. They also had speakers throughout the Pages 8-9: 3rd Annual Walk day. Tours were given inside the walls of the new tribal office. Page 12-13: District 4A Rep. Pages: 18-19: College News Page. 26: Proposed Criminal Code Pages:28-31: Obituaries Enrolled members who are artists were commissioned for the artwork, artists such as Kathy Whitman and Lauren Good Day artwork are displayed inside the new Tribal office. More pictures of the new tribal office and speakers are on page 3 of the West Segment News. West S egment New s S ept emb er 2023 Page 2. Councilwoman Turner-Lone Fight Update Greetings from our West Segment for any questions. You can look at page 20 for more information on community to those who live far and near. I the trip to the Berry Acres Pumpkin Patch. greet each of you. Here we are mid September already with the kids back in school. Another Season of fall will be upon us soon. It seems like summer was here and gone already. I would like to sincerely send my deepest sympathy to the family and relatives of Norman Jerome Standish and to the family and relatives of Frank Jasper Yellow Wolf. Our prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. My sympathy to the other segments as well who have lost their beloved ones. A reminder to everyone that a meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 27 for the Proposed Tribal Criminal Code. All the information on that is on page 26 of our West Segment News so you will know more about it. I am glad to announce that our elders generators are now connected and working. We are in the process of completing a walking path for students and others who like to go walking. We had a great turn out for the 3rd Annual Walk in Memory of DeRae Dawn Mann, I was very surprised to hear that we had two hundred people walking that day. There are photos and information on that in our West Segment News. West Segment was on hand for the Back to School Bash for the kids they were given Nike back packs along with school supplies. The staff divided up the school supplies to match the grades the kids were in. I enjoy helping with the kids as much as I can. I would also like to thank the West Segment staff for always being there on hand to take care of things like this. It is that time of the year now where colds happen when people get sick. If you are sick please stay home. There is now a mandatory mask mandate that Elbowoods Memorial Health Center put out so when you enter the clinic here in Mandaree you are asked to wear a mask. COVID-19 is still here so we need to help protect our elders here in our community. All workers are advised to clean their work areas and use hand sanitizers at all times to help prevent spreading Again progress takes time and I am so happy we have our Hunnyz Day germs. Care that is up and running. Their hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm right now they have eight enrolled in the daycare and they can accept up to seventeen. In the near future we hope to expand the daycare. Feel free to contact Esther Hall at (701) 312-0357 and she will answer any questions you have. I would like to remind everyone that we have our media resources for information; we have our West Segment Community Updates on Facebook, we also have our West Segment Newspaper. We usually put up flyers. Also community meetings are on in the evenings once a month on our West Segment Community Updates social media. So We had a lot going on this past month our new Tribal office is now open watch for our West Segment community updates. I would also like to as you can see on page 2 of our West Segment News. mention that our Cultural department will be starting up with singing On another note, I am very happy that our West Segment Recreations groups again and our Hidatsa language. So please Keep a watch for department is having activities for the kids they are having a fun day at flyers. Especially on our upcoming events our youth organizations the jump house on September 22nd you can see the information on that and Cultural department on page 20 of the West Segment News. This is all I have for now, I would like to thank you for being a good West Segment Recreations department will also be taking kids to the reader. Berry Acres Pumpkin Patch in Minot. Parents are asked to sign up their Go Wits kids before October 10 you can also call LeeAnna Nation at 421-1868 Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight Page 3. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Grand Opening for Our New Tribal Office West Segment Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight welcomes the audience to the Grand opening of the new Tribal office. Three Affiliated Tribal Chairman Mark Fox, gives his remarks on the grand opening of the New Tribal office in New Town. North East Segment Councilman Mervin Packineau was also on hand at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the new tribal office. Well known MC Charlie Moran was also a guest speaker during the grand opening of the new tribal office. North Segment Councilwoman Monica Mayer addresses the audience on the grand opening of the new tribal office. Here is a view of the many people who attended the grand opening of the New Tribal office building located in the back of the old tribal office building. You can see the unique shape of the new building it is very impressive. Page 4. West S egment New s S ept emb er 2023 Little Hunny’z Day Care Center Grand Opening Photos by Jordan Mann Little by little Mandaree is making progress. Mandaree West Segment recently showcased their grand opening of our new Little Hunnyz Day Care Center. The center is located right in Mandaree right across from the Rural Water Plant on Ridge Road. On the same day Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight presented her community update. A meal was served by the West Segment employees at the Water Chief Hall. Nap time rooms are shown above with two cribs and a playpen and swing set for the little ones. In the photo above is their office space needed for their employee’s at the day care. All smiles here during the grand opening is Ursula Stiffarm, standing by the refreshments they had on hand. For those who toured the new facility. Inside they have a play setting for the little ones. Pictured above is Esther Hall and Angela Stiffarm who are two individuals on hand during the touring of the new Hunnyz Day Care Center. If you have any questions, you can contact Esther Hall at (701) 312-0357 for more information. Page 5. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Back to School Mandaree School Bash Photos by Jordan Mann The Mandaree Back to school bash was at the Zihx Ahdish (jump house) in Mandaree. There were many activities for the kids to enjoy such as bounce houses were available to the kids. School supplies were distributed and slush burgers were on the menu for the kids to eat and have fun! All the materials you can think of were given to the students. From rulers to washable markers to notebooks. Supplies were given out by their grades. As you can see at the bottom of this page more school supplies. School notebooks and pencils and pens were furnished for the students. Nicely decorated by students hands on the wall. Pictured below were some of the door prizes that were given out during the back to school bash. Page 6. West S egment New s S ept emb er 2023 Mandaree School Bash Pictured here is another bounce house that was available Very nice Nike back packs were given to students who came for the kids to enjoy. to the Zihx Ahdish (jump house) in Mandaree during the back to school bash. West Segment employee’s who set up the Zihx Ahdish (jump house) did an outstanding job in decorating inside the jump house. There were a lot of activities for the kids to enjoy. Later during the day slush burgers were served to everyone who came. Here is another bounce house on hand for the day and for the kids to enjoy while they got their school supplies and were given a good meal. Special thanks to the West Segment employee’s for all their hard work so this back to school bash could be a success for the kids to enjoy! Page. 7. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Around West Segment Photos courtesy of Tia Mandan West Segment Fitness & Rec The Three Affiliated Tribes West Segment Fitness and Recreation program recently had a corn hole tournament. This tournament was held at the Elders building in Mandaree. A cookout was also held during the corn hole tournament. There was 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards at 1st place winners on the the conclusion of the tournament. Corn hole cornhole leagues are Bucky rules: and DeAnn Johnson. • • • • 3rd place-Sky and Jayshelle Robertson. 3 matches per 1 game (will play to 21 each match). Picture was not available of If team goes 2-0 they will move on to next the 2nd place winners who were Mike and Amanda game. DeVille. First team to reach 21 can also go pass The Fitness and Rec of West such as 22-23 will still win the match. Segment would like to thank This is due to limited time with sunlight. everyone who participated in this recent event. As you can see the weather was really nice for the participates to play in the cornhole league. Mike DeVille gives a smile while he grills up a great meal for everyone at the Corn hole tournament held behind the Mandaree Elders building. Everyone who attended and participated stayed to enjoy a great grilled meal. As you can see some participates are enjoying the good food. Page 8. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 3rd Annual Mandaree Rocking On in Memory of DeRae Dawn Photos and Article Submitted by Jordan Mann The 3rd Annual Rocking On Memory of DeRae Dawn Fentanyl Overdose Awareness Walk held in correspondence with The Family of Beau (Elbowoods Behavioral Health) & Rhonda (Suicide Awareness Resources) Medicine Crow Family, TAT LE, West Segment Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight, West Segment Events/Transportation/Security/PR, Healing & Hope, The Door, MHA Sober Lodge, White Shield Women's Sober Lodge, TAT Juvenile Detention Services, TAT Drug Enforcement, Elton Spotted Horse, Eldora Poitra, The Uses Arrow Family, Mary Gachupin, Living Waters Church Pastor Damon & Jackie Sturm, Mandaree School Principal Mr. Sherwood, TAT Fitness and Rec, Parshall Resources Services, and the Mandaree Community! Maacagiraac agihdiawa, to everyone who came and walked to remember your loved ones, those who shared your stories, and for those who traveled here to our community in support of the fight against addiction. The Medicine Crow Family shared their time and dedication to the community of Mandaree and were thankful. Over 200 walkers were in attendance and so many more who viewed the West Segment FB live of the event. Each year the walk for Fentanyl Overdose Awareness grows. It was an amazing experience to witness the love and support each individual shared. More and more are traveling hours to attend. People are becoming more aware of the importance of being heard and sharing their truth with others which may save another life from a Fentanyl overdose. The family of DeRae would like to continue their fight against Fentanyl Overdose again next year, same time same day. The walkers began their route in Mandaree from the Water Chief Hall to the Old Mandaree School. When the walkers arrived at the old Mandaree School, several resource services and families’ shared their stories of their witness to overdose, addiction, and recovery. Fentanyl overdoses on the Fort Berthold Reservation remains at a record high. Each of the Resources and families who attended, discussed the importance of recognizing addiction and the need to get their loved one’s help. Addiction doesn’t have an age, race, or gender. It doesn't care how much your family loves you, nor does it care how many children you have. It doesn’t care for you, or love you, it even be there for your family when they grieve your loss. The importance of coming together and fighting addiction and Fentanyl Overdose in our community lights the path for each of our communities in Native Country. An overdose should not be shameful or worse or concealed. So many times, we do not want our loved one’s memory to be spoken of poorly. Fentanyl overdose needs to be spoken out loud for all to hear. Now in 2023, there are 30 fentanyl overdose deaths on our reservation. TAT Law Enforcement knows each time a community has a distribution of Narcan, because the numbers of reported overdoses declined. Although the number of overdoses will never be clear because of the fear of law enforcement repercussions, losing your children, your job... Just know it will never be as important as losing your life. You are loved, you do matter! Life does not have to feel hopeless. There is help in each of our communities please reach out to any of the resources by contacting our page or Healing and Hope Peer Support Specialist Cordell Mann 701-421-5816. Meetings are held in Mandaree check out our poster on page 21 of our West Segment News. More photos on the walk on page 16. Page 9. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 The 3rd Annual Rocking On In Memory Of DeRae Dawn Elton Spotted Horse speaking to the crowd by the old Mandaree School. Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight also was on hand to speak. She acknowledged that DeRae is the mother of her grandchildren. She spoke highly of the 3rd Annual walk in Memory of DeRae. She spoke of the importance of recognizing Fentanyl overdoes the importance of awareness to our people. In the photo above is Beau Medicine Crow, from the Elbowoods Behavioral Health and his wife Rhonda who is with Suicide Awareness Resources in New Town. The Medicine Crow family was on hand to offer education and awareness to everyone. Eldora Poitra who is a teacher in our community stands strong and speaks out against drug overdoses and alcohol abuse. Page 10. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 West Segment Veteran’s Memorial Wall Campaign West Segment Veteran’s Memorial Wall Campaign Office Minot 1933 S. Broadway Suite 3 Minot, ND 58701 Office: (701) 839-3645 Fax: (701) 839-0835 West Segment Veterans Office Campaign Dear West Segment Resident, We are excited to announce our Veteran’s wall project to the community. In honor of the Veteran’s that have served, this wall will be honoring as many known Veterans from West Segment. The recognition of individuals will be engraved in a plague that will include the information about the Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. There will be a special recognition for those killed in action, Missing in Action, or held as a Prisoner of War. Unfortunately, funds are limited and do not cover the cost of individual recognition. There will be four tiers of giving that will be permanently recognized on a plaque to be installed on the West Segment Veteran’s Memorial Wall. The levels are; Bronze- $500, Silver-$1,000, Gold-$1,500 and the diamond-$2,000. Any and all donations will be appreciated and recognized. Your gift for your loved one will be displayed on the walk of flags in honor of our appreciation of your most generous donation. The West Segment Veteran’s Memorial Wall will reflect the respect and appreciation this community has for our past military men and women who sacrificed so much for us. Thank you for your consideration. If you need to make another form of payment of donation, please contact the office at (701) 839-3645. Please make checks or money orders payable to: West Segment Development Authority 1933 S. Broadway Suite 3 Minot, ND 58701 Thank you, Vivian Lone Fight Special Projects Manager Cell: (701) 421-9211 West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Page 11. Around West Segment N.A. Meetings Held in Mandaree Pictured to your right is where the N.A. meetings are held at the C.A.R.E building in Mandaree. Meetings are held every Tuesday beginning at 6:00pm. In the bottom picture they have the twelve steps. Coffee and snacks will be available. Please contact Healing & Hope Peer Support Specialist Cordell Mann at (701) 421-5816 for further information. See Poster on page. 24 Mandaree Elementary Coaches Meet with students at the Mandaree School Photos courtesy of Mandaree School Coaches had the opportunity to sit with some of the boys. Coaches were there to encourage them to join football. The coaches were Rob and Jake no last names were available. Students were advised of practices, and getting fitted for their equipment. No equipment will be given to students if their parents did not sign their waiver. Page 12. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 From District 4A Representative Lisa DeVille Protecting Our Future! On August 29, In the afternoon I and Walter Sr had the amazing opportunity to go down to Denver with our colleagues at the Western Organization of Resource Councils to attend a meeting hosted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) surrounding proposed changes to federal oil and gas leasing and bonding policies. Leasing and bonding are very important topics for Fort Berthold Reservation because our oil and gas development is leased and bonded through the federal process. Federal leasing is important in the tribal context because leasing policy determines how fast oil wells are leased, where oil wells are leased, and what environmental considerations need to be addressed prior to leasing on federal or tribal lands. Bonding is important because it is the financial assurance that a company or the government will have the funds available to clean up oil and gas well. At the meeting I asked officials from the BLM about how these new rules would impact my reservation. I also talked about how it is important for the BLM to require sufficient bonds (in the form of cash) that will help ensure oil companies or the government will be able to reclaim oil wells in the future. This is especially important for Fort Berthold Reservation because we will likely be in the process of reclaiming several hundred oil and gas wells 20 years from today. Region 8 of the EPA staff and Western Organization Resource Councils. Protecting Our Air! On August 29, in the morning I and Walter Sr were able to attend a Region 8 of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) meeting in Denver with our friends from the Western Organization of Resource Councils. During this Region 8 of the EPA meeting, we discussed the need for the EPA to finalize strong methane standards that control oil and gas air Prior to this BLM Leasing and Bonding update presentation I pollution. We have been fighting for strong methane was interviewed by local media. We were also given t-shirts standards for close to a decade now. I support the that stated "Oil and Gas Reform" that we wore throughout BLM current effort by the EPA to strengthen air quality requirements for the oil and gas industry because I presentation. have seen firsthand over the past 15 years the negative impact oil and gas can have on air quality Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille and public health on Fort Berthold Reservation. Also mentioned was reporting other environmental impacts from oil and gas such as frac sand. Although they are saying frac sand is not hazardous. We know that Frac sand impacts the human lungs what affect does it have on other living things such as soil, insects, grass, and water? A direct epa link to report was given worc oil and gas task force. Western Organization Resource Council’s and other groups at the BLM Leasing and Bonding Update. I am hopeful that the EPA will do the right thing and swiftly pass strong methane standards to protect communities I represent in the North Dakota Legislature (Fort Berthold Reservation). We certainly need more protections for our air and we need them now! Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Page 13. From District 4A Representative Lisa DeVille The North Dakota Dem-NPL, Minority House of Representatives respond to the former Lieutenant Governor Lloyd Omdahl's opinion on Indian Child Welfare Act Earlier this week the former Lieutenant Governor Llyod Omdahl wrote an opinion piece published in the Grand Forks Herald chastising the North Dakota Legislature for codifying the Indian Child Welfare Act and claiming it is "not for the good of the children but for objectives that will deny Native American children the opportunity to live in a home that is secure with prospects for a wonderful future." It is this mindset that led to the boarding schools, generational historical trauma, and loss of traditional child rearing and family structure of the Indigenous People of the United States. Below is Zac Ista, ND Dem-NPL Minority Leader response," Lloyd Omdahl's misplaced opposition on Indian Child welfare Act" Letter below. I was disappointed to read Lloyd Omdahl’s recent column chastising the North Dakota Legislature for codifying the federal Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) into state law. Omdahl’s foundational premise that ICWA is "not for the good of the children but for objectives that will deny Native American children the opportunity to live in a home that is secure with prospects for a wonderful future" is deeply misguided. This mindset led to generational historical trauma and loss of traditional child rearing and family structure of the Indigenous People of the United States when thousands of Native American children were taken from their families and placed in boarding schools where they suffered mental, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse by members of religious orders running the government-funded schools. Not only did they lose their sense of self and culture, many also lost their lives, and all suffered trauma that has spanned generations. Now, three generations later, Native Americans across the United States are taking back their culture. This includes healing the historical trauma that has manifested itself in addiction, violence, and mental health issues. Part of this process is the tremendous work around reclaiming traditional childbirth and parenting, which includes entire communities having various responsibilities for raising and supporting children. While this was discouraged through assimilation policies, it is once again being embraced. Despite his misplaced opposition to ICWA, Omdahl was right when he wrote "[w]e owe [Native Americans] big time." The United States does, and the legal protections provided under the Indian Child Welfare Act are one small piece of healing generational trauma and restoring families who were once legally torn apart. But ICWA recently faced a serious legal challenge before the United States Supreme Court. While the Supreme Court ultimately upheld the federal law, North Dakota lawmakers proactively adopted ICWA's protections into our own Century Code so that current and future generations of Native American children will never again be at risk of losing their connection to their family and culture. I am proud that Democratic-NPL Representatives Jayme Davis and Lisa Finley Deville led the successful bipartisan, bicameral effort to enshrine ICWA in state law. Far from being “bamboozled,” as Omdahl wrote, the Legislature passed this bipartisan bill on a nearly unanimous vote—and we were right to do so. Rep. Zac Ista, Grand Forks, District 43, is the minority leader in the North Dakota House of Representatives and also chair of the Interim Tribal and State Relations Committee. Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille West S egment New s S eptember 2023 Page 14. For Your Information Tribal Business Office In New Town Has New Address The Tribal Business Office in New Town are currently moving to the new tribal building in New Town. The Tribal Business office has a new Address. They would like to inform every tribal member of their new address in case you have to mail something to the Tribe. Here is their new address: Three Affiliated Tribes (Dept. Name) 307 5th Ave. New Town, North Dakota 58763 Job Announcements: Maagarishda Nest: Position: Full time pre-school teacher Salary: $25 to start, after 90 evaluation up to $30/hour. If interested email: maararishda@gmail.com Full background check required, also food handling and CPR training. Desire to learn and use Hidatsa important. Language resources, Hidatsa Speakers available. For more information please call: 701627-2768 Job Openings For Mandaree Area: BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM : McKenzie County Sheriff’s UPDATE: Construction will now begin August 7th Beginning Monday July 31 ND DOT with have a portion of ND Highway 73 closed for construction. The closure will run from approximately 5 miles east of Johnson’s Corner to the intersection of ND Highway 22. A detour is in place for eastbound traffic on ND Highway 73 to use ND Highway 23 at Johnsons Corner. Westbound traffic on ND Highway 73 should use ND Highway 22 and take ND Highway 23 west back to ND Highway 73. The closure will be in place until mid-September. For further information or questions please refer to ND DOT. We would also like to remind the public when commuting through a construction zone to be mindful of workers. Please pay attention to changing speeds and road conditions. Field Laborer – Mandaree (Seasonal) Location: Mandaree, ND Management: No Description: Regular, Full-Time, Benefits Pay: $20.00/ per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled Questionnaire: Not Required C O MM U NI T Y H E A LT H R E P RE S E N TAT I VE S : CHR - Mandaree Location: Mandaree, ND Management: No Description: Regular, Full-Time, Benefits Pay: $20.00/hour Deadline: Open until filled Questionnaire: Child Care Full Job Description >>> SOLID WASTE: Transfer Technician - Mandaree Location: Mandaree, ND Management: No Description: Regular, Full-Time, Benefits Pay: $17.85/hour Deadline: Open until filled Questionnaire: Not Required Page 15. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Fort Berthold Fish & Wildlife Division DEER BOW: There are still tags available for the 2023 Deer Bow season. These are being sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. They may be purchased any time during our business hours 8:00am – 4:30pm at our New Town Office Monday through Friday. 2023 Deer Bow Season: August 25, 2022 – January 7, 2023. The Three Affiliated Tribes Fish & Wildlife Department will be selling deer gun licenses for Tribal Members online and inperson at the following times and locations: *IN-PERSON SALES FOR TRIBAL ENROLLED MEMBERS: October 2, 2023: Twin Buttes Community Center: 9:00am-1:00pm -(Selling Unit 4 Tags ONLY). PRONGHORN, ELK, & MOOSE RAFFLE: October 3, 2023: White Shield Ralph Wells Community Center: The raffle for the 2023 Pronghorn, Elk, and Moose seasons are now on 8:00am-12:00pm (Selling Unit 3 Tags ONLY). Parshall-Red Hall sale and eligible participants are TAT Enrolled Members ONLY. Elders Room: 1:00pm-5:00pm (Selling Unit 3 Tags ONLY). Chance raffle tickets will be sold at the Fish & Wildlife Office in New Town at the cost of $10.00 per chance. The raffle ticket fee is nonrefundable. Permits will be issued after the recipients are determined by the random draw of tickets. Applicants may only be drawn once. Drawing to determine successful applicants will be held at the Fish & Wildlife office on September 8, 2023 at 12:00PM. Raffle ticket sales will close one hour before (11:00am) the drawing. October 4, 2023: Four Bears-Johnny Bird Bldg: 8:00am-12:00pm (Selling Unit 1 Tags ONLY) Mandaree-Emergency Response Center: 1:00pm-5:00pm (Selling Unit 1 Tags ONLY) The Tribal Elk & Moose Permit will cost $150.00 per tag and the Pronghorn Permit will cost $25.00 per tag. This is payable to the Fish & Wildlife Office when you have drawn a winning ticket. A completed application and full payment must be received prior to issuance. Pronghorn Season: September 29, 2023 – October 23, 2023 Moose Season: September 29, 2023 – October 29, 2023. Elk Season: September 29, 2023 – January 7, 2024. *Note We may close sales early in the communities if all the allocated tags for segment residents sell out before the scheduled end time. October 5, 2023: New Town F& W Office: 8:00am-12:00pm (Selling Unit 2 Tags ONLY) October 6, 2023: New Town F&W Office: 8:00am-4:30pm (Selling ALL Unit Tags) ONLINE SALES: If you have access to a computer we encourage you to purchase tags online at tat.nagfa.net/online October 6, 2023: Selling All Unit Tags starting at 8:00am-Online Purchasing is open to TAT Members ONLY. YOUTH SEASONS: *ALL TAGS ARE SOLD AT A FIRST COME FIRST-SERVED BASIS: TAT Enrolled Member Youth ages 14 & 15 can now begin applying for  Only residents of their segments can buy their respective the 2023 Youth Deer Season License. Unit Tages when selling at their locations. (Example; Only Individuals aged 14 and 15 are eligible to receive one Special Youth residents of East Segment can purchase Unit 3 Tags on Deer Season license valid for the Youth Deer Season (September 15October 3, 2023 from 8aam-12pm in White Shield) 24, 2023). This includes youth who are age 13 provided they will be age 14 before the opening day of the regular gun season (November 3,  There will be a set number of tags set aside for each in 2023). Must apply through a 2023 Youth Deer Application. person sales for each segment. FALL TURKEY SEASON: 2023 Fall Turkey permits are now available for purchase. Fall Turkey Season: October 7, 2023 – January 7, 2024. DEER GUN SALES: 2023 Deer Gun tags will be on sale to the TAT Enrolled Members and Spouses of Enrolled Members the week of October 2-6, 2023 and to Non-Member TAT Residents Tuesday, October 10, 2023. A finalized poster will be sent out at a later date with the dates, times, and locations. 2023 Deer Gun Season: November 3, 2023 – November 26, 2023. **Non-Members married to a TAT enrolled member looking to change their status to Spouse of Enrolled Members before the Deer Gun season will have a deadline of September 22nd, 2023. If you do not meet the deadline, we will have to apply with your current hunting status. If you have any questions contact our office at 701-627-4760.  Persons who are purchasing licenses for segment residents who are unable to make it to the in person sales must have a 2023 TAT Member Deer Gun Application filled out along with a photocopy of their ID (address on ID will be used to verify segment residency) and a copy of their Hunter Edu Certification. (Persons born after Dec. 31, 1961 must present their deer hunter education certification card to purchase a deer gun license. EXCEPTIONS: Veterans of the United States Armed Forces that have been honorably dischargedpersons applying for this exemption MUST present a copy of form DD214 to be eligible). There will be a limit of 4 for purchasing for others.  CONTINUE ON PAGE 17 West S egment New s S eptember 2023 Page 16. The 3rd Annual Rocking On In Memory Of DeRae Dawn Photos and captions by Jordan Mann Pictured above is our West Segment Security ensuring the safety of the walkers maacagiraac. Walkers rallied together and are lead in prayer by Pastor Damon Strum. Over 200 walkers remembered their loved ones. Here they are walking on Ridge Road in Mandaree. Pictured to your left Maacagiraac to the TAT Fitness & Recreation dept. They had water and fruit for the walkers at the half way mark. Pictured to your left is DeRae’s family supporting and gifting the Uses Arrow/Eagle family who traveled from Standing Rock to be with the Bearstail family. In the photo below; all chairs and tables are being hauled back to the community hall. This event expands each year. This year they closed after sundown West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Page 17. For Your Information TAT Fish & Wildlife Department Continue    If you wish to purchase a deer gun tag for a segment in which you are not a resident, don’t worry! The TAT Fish & Wildlife Dept. will have a separate amount of tags set aside to sell at the New Town F&W Office and online on October 6, 2023. All Units (1-4) will be available on this date. TAT Members who DO NOT reside within the reservation may: 1.) Purchase in-person on October 6, 2023. 2.) Purchase their tags online October 6, 2023 or 3.) Mail in a 2023 TAT Member Deer Gun Application. Mail-in applications are ONLY available to TAT Members who do not reside on the Fort Berthold Reservation. Any on reservation enrolled member mail-in applications will be DENIED. NO EXCEPTIONS.  A 2023 Request for Designated Shooter Form are required to be filled out for ALL designated hunters for TAT Elders. Designated Shooter tags cannot be purchased online– forms must be submitted in person. NO EXCEPTION.  Elders requesting a designated shooter will receive an antlerless tag only.  Designated Shooters may only be assigned to one elder.  Keep in mind that there is a limited number of doe/buck tags for each segment and elder tags are also allocated on a first come first serve basis.  We will be accepting payments in cash, credit/debit cards only. NO PERSONAL CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS. MEMBERS OF THE THREE AFFILIATED TRIBES: Deer Gun Permit are as follows: Enrolled TAT Tribal Members: $25.00 Antlered $10.00 Antlerless Elder TAT Member (55+) No Charge Antlered or Antlerless SPOUSE OF ENROLLED MEMBERS: tags will be sold during in-person sales at all locations. There is a limited number of Spouse tags available and will be sold at a first come, first served basis. Must be present to purchase. Only residents of segments may purchase in segment locations. Need to present valid state issued ID with current physical address to verify residency. Reminder: Spouse of Enrolled members status must be approved by our TAT Game & Fish office by submitting a Spouse of Enrolled Member status Form-deadline for submissions is September 22. We will NOT be accepting these forms during in-person sales. Spouse of Enrolled Members Fees are as follows: Spouse of Enrolled Members: $100.00 Antlered $50.00 Antlerless Non-Member TAT Resident: tags will be sold in-person only Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at the F& W office starting at 8:00am until sold out. Continue reading on the next column Will be sold as fist-come, first-serve. Must be present to purchase. Need to present valid state issued ID with current physical address to verify residency. Six months residency is required. Non-Member Resident Deer Gun Permit Fees are as follows: Non-Member TAT Residents: $150.00 Abbey Wins Championship In Bismarck Photo submitted by Aaron Abbey This young little guy’s name is Aron Abbey Jr. He is the 2023 United Tribes Junior Boys Traditional Champion. Aron is the son of Aron Sr., and Hailey Abbey. Grandson of Bonnie Baker and Harlen Deane. The grandson of the late Aron Abbey Sr, and his grandmother Kay (Good Bird) Abbey who currently resides in Dickinson, ND. Aron Abbey Jr., is currently in the second grade. According to his father Aron Sr., he says his son loves to dance and he always practices at home. Now we can see why he won the Championship. On behalf of West Segment we would like to say congratulations on your championship! West Segment Development Authority Members Lisa DeVille-Chairperson Corey Sanders– Secretary Adam Fredericks– Treasurer Arline Muzzy-Member Carolyn Good Bird-Member For any information you may contact the West Segment office at (701) 759-3377 Page 18.. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College News Submitted by Chad Wright Marketing Specialist Are you interested in: New Hires Over the Summer:  Obtaining our GED? NHSC can help! Check out our website at www.nhsc.edu/degrees-certificates/ged/ for additional information you can contact the following individuals.  NHSC Main Campus-Betty Lockwood at (701) 421-0034 blockw@nhsc.edu  White Shield Liaison-Elissa “Elise” Argent at (701)743-4552 eargent@nhsc.edu  Mandaree Liaison– Frances “Buffy” White at (701)759-3528 fwhite@nhsc.edu  Parshall Liaison– Delrene “Susie” Simpson at (701) 862-2106 dsimps@nhsc.edu  Joining our Alumni Club? If you are a former NHSC or FBCC student and want to join our Alumni group, reach out to our Alumni team at alumni@nhsc.edu for additional information.  Joining the team at NHSC? Below is a list of jobs current open positions and we would love for you to join us! Check out our www.nhsc.edu/jobs to apply. cohorts for our upcoming Fall Semester.  Computer Science Instructor Both cohorts are available for students that  Head Golf Coach are registered for the Spring Semester. For  Men’s basketball Coach additional information on each cohort  Engineering Instructor New Marketing Specialist: Chad Wright NAS Department Chair: Michael Barthelemy Social Work Faculty: Nelrene Yellow Bird Business Faculty Member: Vernell Buckman Recent Press Releases: • • NHSC received a $5 Million Grant to support Indigenous Food & Agriculture Programs. This grant will help promote food sovereignty. NHSC received an award from the Advising Success Network for Excellence in Holistic Advising Redesign. What’s happening at NHSC?  We have openings for our NAS and NACTEP contact Iman Moore for NACTEP or Athletics: Shannon Gillis for NAS, or you can go to Are you interested in playing for the Storm Athletics Program? www.nhsc.edu/students/student-cohorts   Men’s basketball  Women’s basketball is  Golf happening now through October 7th at the  Cross Country New Town Civic Center. Contact our Athletic Director Kyle DeCoteau @ kdecoteau@nhsc.edu. We have Athletic Tuition Waivers available on a first come, first serve basis. Contact Kyle early to sign with us and apply for your tuition waiver! The New Town Farmer’s Market Upcoming Application Deadlines: • Spring Applications Due-November 15th • Spring Documents Due– December 10th • Summer Applications Due– April 30th • Summer Documents Due– May 10th West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Page 19. Page 20. West S egment News S ept emb er 2023 West Segment Recreation Department Fall Activities Mark Your Calendar for September 22nd: The West Segment Recreations Fall Fun Day will be at the Zihx Ahdish (Jump House) Free admission for all Mandaree youth. On Friday, September 22, 2023 HeadStart thru 2nd grade students 10pm12pm (Students must have an adult with them) 3rd thru 6th grade students will be from 12pm2pm 7th thru 12th grade students will be from 2pm4pm Hotdogs, chips and drink will be served. If you have any questions please contact the Recreations department at (701) 759-3377 Mark Your Calendar For October 20th West Segment Recreations Department will be taking Mandaree Youth to Berry Acres Pumpkin Patch in Minot on Friday, October 20th. West Segment will pay the admission fee and provide transportation. You must sign up by Tuesday, October 10th ,2023 (space is limited on busses, students may ride with their parents. West Segment Recreation department will cover their admission fee. K-3rd grade students will need a chaperone/parent/ guardian to attend. 4th-12 grade students will need a permission slip signed by a parent/guardian to attend the trip. Each student can pick a small pumpkin to take home. Activities at the patch are from 10:00am to 1:00pm Lunch will be provided by West Segment. Busses leave Water Chief Hall at 8:30am will return by 4:00pm. Parents/Guardians must provide transportation to and from the Water Chief Hall. Please sign up your child by calling the Recreation Department at (701)759-3377 or call LeeAnna at (701) 421-1868 or Roni at (701) 421-2255. Page 21. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 For Your Information An Opinion on Suffering was that he was to carry the sufferings of being shipwrecked. This shipwreck led to the Island of Malta receiving Christ into their lives. But it was God’s opinion that St. Paul was not to suffer the bite of a very poisonous snake while on the island (Acts 28:1-6), yet it was God’s opinion that he continues to carry the sufferings of remaining in chains under Roman guard which eventually led St. Paul to write letters which make up a large part of the New Testament of the bible. God also had an opinion about what St. Paul called “a thorn in the flesh” (2 Cor 12:7). After “begging” three times for this “thorn” to be removed, the Lord said to St. Paul, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Cor 12:8-9). God has an opinion on all suffering. It is our job to ask for His opinion. Some suffering God wants us to carry with Him and some suffering he wants to end right now. No one can escape from some form of suffering because it comes in all shapes and sizes – worry, fear, strained relationships, financial difficulties, heartache, diabetes, stroke, heart attack, cancer, death of a loved one, etc. Nor do we like to see our loved ones suffer. And many of us will do whatever it takes to avoid So yes, God has an opinion on all suffering. If he asks suffering and make it go away. us to carry this suffering, he will always be there to carry St. Peter, when he first heard Jesus tell his apostles that it with us, that is if we let him. If he doesn’t want us to “he must go to Jerusalem and suffer greatly … and be carry a suffering, all we have to do is ask, and God will killed” (Mt 16:21), gives us an example of how most of us take it away immediately. It is our job to ask God for His initially respond when we hear a loved one tell us that they opinion. must go through some kind of suffering. “‘God forbid, Lord! No such thing shall ever happen to you’” (Mt 16:22). As Jesus’ May God Bless you always reprimands St. Peter, Jesus says, “You are an obstacle to me. You are thinking not as God does, but as human beings do” (Mt Have a great day with Jesus Christ 16:23). In other words, St. Peter should have asked the Love and prayers question “what is your opinion about this suffering you tell us Fr. Roger A. Synek about?” We know the answer to this question. If Jesus would not have gone through this suffering and died on the cross, we St. Anthony’s Catholic Church/New Town and Mandaree would not have been saved from the evil one’s kingdom of darkness. Heaven would not have been opened to us. A lot of good came from the Father’s desire for Jesus to carry this suffering. Scripture has many examples of God asking us to carry the suffering with Jesus as well as ending the suffering immediately. For the woman who had a hemorrhage for twelve years, when she touched the tassel of Jesus garments her suffering ended immediately (Mt 9:20-22). God’s opinion was that she was not to carry this suffering anymore and that it should end right now. Likewise for the paralytic lowered down through the roof in front of Jesus, his suffering ended immediately (Lk 5:17-26). For the rich man who went away sad after asking Jesus what he must do to inherit eternal life, he heard “Go, sell what you have, and give to [the] poor and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me” (Mk 10:17-22). He was asked to carry this suffering until he could let go of his riches. For St. Paul, while traveling to Rome in chains under Roman guard, they suffered being shipwrecked on the Island of Malta just before winter began (Acts27:6-44). God’s opinion Page 22. West S egment News S ept emb er 2023 Mandaree School Calendar 2023-2024 Page 23. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 For Your Information Wolf Chief Store hours are as follows: Monday through Friday: 7am to 8pm On Saturday and Sundays the Wolf Chief Store will open at 10:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m. 759-3140 If you have any questions, or need some assistance concerning the Wolf Chief Store, you may call the Wolf Chief Store at 759-3104 * The Emergency Closet is open Monday thru Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm . Lindsey Fox Sepeta will be there if you have any questions you can call her 421-6347. Breakfast daily: Monday thru Friday from: 8:00am2:00pm Lunch daily: Monday thru Friday: from: 11:00am2:00pm. Times and change: dates may Café Manager: Lindsey Fox-Sepeta at 759-3140 or cell 421-6347 St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Schedule: Saturday: 7:30 pm New Town Sunday: 8:30am New Town Sunday: 11:00am Mandaree Mandaree Post Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 12:00-4:00pm Saturday: 11:00am– 1:00pm Held by Judicial Committee on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at the Water Chief Hall at 6:00pm. Regarding conduct of a criminal code reading. Q & A and meal to follow. For your information please read more on the Proposed Tribal Criminal Code on page 26 of the West Segment News so you are prepared. Native Printing LLC IN Mandaree Is Open For All Your Printing Needs Native Enrolled Member in the Mandaree Area: We offer the following: Embroidery Sublimation Vinyl Heat Press DTG Silk Screen Services Phone: (701) 421-1027 Email: nativeprinting_nt@yahoo.com Mandaree Field Clinic Hours Clinic is open Monday-Friday: 8:00am4:30pm: Closed for Lunch 12pm-1pm FNP Lori Jepson: is in the Mandaree Clinic on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Fridays Every Wednesday: a Nurse will be at the Clinic for immunizations only by appointment. Mandaree Clinic Pharmacy: is open everyday during the week Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Page 24. West Segment News September 2023 TAT Head Start Enrollment Page 25. West Segment News September 2023 Elbowoods Memorial Health Center From: Martin, Anita (HIS/ABR/MNT Subject: Covid-19 We have entered the respiratory viral season. This includes COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. As expected, we are seeing an increase in the demand for COVID tests and the number of positive cases. To combat the increase number of patients to the clinic for COVID testing only, we are promoting the use of home tests. They will be available at the door. Anyone who needs to be seen for symptoms or employment requirement will be asked to call ahead for an appointment. Effective immediately, I am reinstating the mask mandate. All patients entering the building will need to be masked. All staff with direct patient contact are required to wear a surgical mask. If the patient has respiratory symptoms, N95s are required. I recommend that all the staff who have not received a bivalent COVID-19 booster should get one. Public Health Nursing will offer the Covid booster at the same time as the flu vaccine. At this time, we have not received information on whether an additional booster for this season will be required. We have a lot of experience with mitigating the effect of COVID-19 on EMHC’s staff and our patient population. The vaccine gives us a head start. As we know, the most effective preventative measure is the infection control measures we put in place (masking, head washing and social distancing) at the start of the pandemic. We have the knowledge and expertise to continue to protect our patients, families and ourselves. Anita Martin MD FAAP EMHC Chief Medical Officer/MHA Nation’s Primary Public Health Authority Dr. Anita Martin regarding EMHC Patients visits and COVID-19 Precaution Measures. (To clarify-at this time, the mask mandate is effective for those employees directly working with patients and those visiting Elbowoods Memorial Health Center and its satellite clinics) This is the time of year for Flu, RSV, and COVID-19 to spike again. Please continue to disinfect your work areas daily, hand sanitize often, stay home if you are sick, and contact Public Health for more information on vaccines for COVID-19, influenza and RSV. RESPIRATORY VIRAL SEASON IS HERE MASK MANDATE Help us protect our elders, our patients, and our staff. All Elbowoods Clinics mandate wearing masks and good hand washing to help safe guard the health of everyone who enters our doors. As we know, the most effective prevention measure is the infection control measures we put in place (masking, hand washing and social distancing) while attempting to mitigate the effect of COVID-19 ON EMHC’s staff and our patient population. Elbowoods Memorial Health Center Are you experiencing cold symptoms or would like to be tested for COVID-19? Home tests are available at the front door and should be utilized Clinical Scholar Fellow FIRST– prior to entering clinic Office: (701) 627-7761 If you require a confirmatory COVID-19 test or would like to be seen by a provider please call 627-7602 and make an appointment please. Chief Medical Officer Mobile: (701)421-4984 Fax: (701)627-3803 COVID-19 testing only will no longer be done in Walk-in Clinic and will now be done by appointment only. Home tests are available Walk in services are still available if needing to see a provider. Page 26. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 PROPOSED TRIBAL CRIMINAL CODE NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON PROPOSED –TITLE III CRIMINAL CODE/ AMENDMENT Please take Notice that the Tribal Business Council of the Three Affiliated Tribes-MHA Nation has approved that the following Title III Criminal Code/Amendment be considered for enactment by the Tribal Business Council at its regularly scheduled Tribal Business Council Meeting on November 9, 2023. The Tribal Business Council is taking comments from the Public on the proposed Title III Criminal Code/Amendment and will consider your comments when it takes final action on the Title III Criminal Code/Amendment. Draft copies of the proposed Code/Amendment are available at the Tribal Legal Department located in the Tribal Administration Building, 404 Frontage Road, New Town, ND and on the MHA Nation website. The pubic has sixty (60) days form the date of August 14th to submit any written comments on the Title III Criminal Code/ Amendment. The written comments are to be submitted to the Office of the Tribal Secretary either by hard copy or by electronic submission via the Tribal e-mail system. Comments must be in writing and must be signed by the individual submitting the comments. If submitted by hard copy, the comments must be placed in an envelope and be identified on the outside of the envelope as comments on the proposed-Title III Criminal Code/Amendment. All comments are to be submitted by 4:30pm (cst) on October 13, 2023. In addition, Public Comment Meetings on the Criminal Code will be held in each Segment. (Continue on next column for times and locations) Segment Community Meetings: Twin Buttes: September 20, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Memorial Hall. Parshall Lucky Mound: September 21, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Red Hall. Four Bears: September 22, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Johnny Bird Building. New Town: September 26, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Northern Lights Mandaree: September 27, 2023 at 6:00pm at Water Chief Hall White Shield: September 28, 2023 at 6:00pm at the White Shield Complex. Numbers for Your Information Water Chief Hall Hours: 9:00am to 5:30pm Phone number (701) 759-3377 Mandaree One Stop: (701) 759-3609 Wolf Chief Store & More: (701) 759-3140 West Segment Elders Advocate Rosie Johnson: at (701) 759-3377 ext.227 Her cell (701) 421-8519. Mandaree Clinic: Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm phone 7593422. Pharmacy is available daily. Mandaree School: 759-3311 West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Page 27. Updated Schedule of Volleyball For West Segment Page 28. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 Obituary Norman Jerome Standish, Maa agu cagishda reesh (He’s going to a better place), started his journey to the spirit world on August 21, 2023. He was born to LeRoy Sr., and Caroline (Driver) Standish. He was raised in Mandaree by his mom, Maxine Buffalo. He attended school in Mandaree and graduated in 1991 from Mandaree High School. Norman was an avid Tennessee Titans, Boston Red Sox, Oregon Football and Nascar fan. He enjoyed watching all types of sports and of course the Sasquatch shows on TV. He also enjoyed the outdoors. He loved fishing and playing golf. In his younger years, he liked to run with his mother, Maxine early in the morning. He also enjoyed going to the local pow wows to dance men’s traditional. Everyone knew Norman loved being a father. He loved each of his children and grandchildren. He took his job of being a big brother very serious. He would always worry about his younger brothers and sisters. He enjoyed spending time out at the Living Water Family Worship Center. His faith was a very important part of his life, he always carried a bible with him. Norman remained close throughout the years with the Bearstail family. He enjoyed going to pow wows and watching softball. He had a very close unique bond with all who loved him. Norman was always so respectful and willing to help others. He spoiled his nephews; Collin and Coleton, and all his grandchildren, they were very important to him. In 1994, Norman attended the Trapper Creek Job Corp in Montana, where he met Karen. They were married on July 22, 1995, and moved to Manitoba, Canada. Out of this union, they had four children; Justice, Lishonta, Nashon, and Dela-Royce. They lived in Grand Forks for a few years and later returned to Mandaree in 2001. Norman and Karen, remarried July 22, 2017, at the Black Bear building. Norman served the people of the MHA Nation as a corrections officer, security officer, maintenance worker and helped build the new Four Bears bridge. In his later years, he started a construction business to remodel and build new additions to homes for many people throughout Fort Berthold. He was proud to be a small business owner and enjoyed helping people. In 2004, he met Jade and later married in 2008. Out of this union, their son Jahden was born. Together they raised Kalee and Elyza. He raised them as his own from day one, he loved them dearly. Norman is survived by his children; Justice, Lishonta, Nashon, Dela-Royce, Jahden (Kenzlee) Elyza (Devin) and Kalee (Jesse). His mother Maxine Buffalo. His brothers; Alvin, Galvin, Thornton, Ryaan, Sheldon, Myron, Byron. His sisters; Cheryl, Candance, Ruth (Brian), Glory (Gordon), Eva, Linda, April and Sheila. His grandchildren; Aubrey, Tyrese, Malachi, Colten, Paisley, Devya. Numerous nieces and nephews, he loved you all. He is preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy Sr., and Caroline Standish. Brothers; Leonard, Martin, LeRoy “JR”, Robert “Bob”. Sisters; Rose, Barbara, Jodi, Kristina, Tisa. Page 29. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Obituary In Loving Memory of Norman Jerome Standish Maa aru cagishda reesh (He’s going to a better place) May 18, 1973~August 21, 2023 Funeral Services: Wake Services: Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023 at 5:00pm Friday, Aug. 25, 2023 at 11:00am At the Black Bear Building in Mandaree, ND At the Black Bear Building in Mandaree, ND Active Pallbearers: Officiating: Pastor Damon Sturm Hayden Standish Greg Fragoza Beau Robertson Venny Fragoza Sky Robertson Joseph Fragoza Marty Fragoza Casey Bolman Honorary Pallbearers: Les Yellow Wolf Walter DeVille Robert Fimbres Robert Grady Loren Fox Jude Fox Scott Smith Samantha Lucio Tony Yellow Wolf and Mandaree Class of 1991 Interment Independence, Mandaree, ND Senior Pallbearer: Kyle Mandan Page 30. West S egment New s S eptember 2023 Obituary Frank Jasper Yellow Wolf was born July 17, 1971, in Watford City, North Dakota to Hazel White Owl and Raymond Yellow Wolf Sr. Frank was a child of the Me Cirooga (Knife Clan) and the Awaxe (Dripping Dirt Clan). Frank attended and graduated from Mandaree Public School. He took pride in his academic achievements. Frank enjoyed participating in many school activities such as basketball, football, shop class and had a passion for playing in the school band. The trumpet was his instrument throughout his high school career. He played for the school pep band, the marching band, the jazz band, and choir as well. Frank was elected class president. He was on the student council, the Gifted and Talented, and he was also on the National Honors Society. Frank attended Upward Bound at NDSU four summers in a row. He also won many science awards throughout his attendance at Mandaree School. Frank went on to be the Valedictorian for the graduating class of 1989. Frank met Eleanor White Body and from this relationship they had their daughter Janice Yellow Wolf. Frank met Lynn Starr; they married in 1996. From this union he raised Violet, Timothy, Emitt and Monika as his own with Lynn. Since 2001, Frank and Lynn have taken in over 86 children through Foster and Family placement. Frank and Lynn also adopted Stormy, Thunder, Natalie and Melody Yellow Wolf. Together, Frank and Lynn shared a passion for raising foster children. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren. Frank never missed the opportunity to take his grandchildren on a scooter ride. He enjoyed his Sunday drives to Minot to eat. Frank also loved to throw his music on and jam out with his kids. He loved spending time playing his play station games. Rock band was also one of his favorite video games to play. Frank has a few different occupations throughout his life. A few included; Four Bears Security (as well as Slots and Count team), Flandreau Casino Security, TAT Security, and the Mandaree Electronics. He began working with the Gerald Tex Fox Justice Center. He then decided to attend law enforcement training. By October 31, 2007, Frank had graduated from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia, New Mexico. Frank will always be remembered as the caring, big-hearted, “Gentle Giant”, as his aunts would call him. Many know him for his sense of humor, his intellect, and his kindhearted spirit. Frank will be forever remembered for his kindness and humbleness; he will be truly missed by all who crossed his life path. Frank is survived by his wife Lynn Yellow Wolf, his sons; Timothy (Dora) Big Leggins, Emmitt Jackson, Thunder Yellow Wolf. Daughters; Janice Yellow Wolf, Violet (Alonzo) Jones, Monika (Marlo) Jackson, Stormy Yellow Wolf, Natalie Yellow Wolf, and Melody Yellow Wolf. Brothers; Raymond Yellow Wolf Jr, James Yellow Wolf, Matthew (Vel Marie) Yellow Wolf, Keith White Owl, Al (Trena) Newman Jr., Elton (Jeanine) Spotted Horse, all of Mandaree, North Dakota. Uncles: Paul (Donna) White Owl, Samuel (Destiny) White Owl, Frank White Owl, Les (Sharisha) Yellow Wolf. Aunts; Rosie White Owl, Marth (Fritz) Bird Bear, Mary Gachupin, Joan (Kenny)Church. Frank is proceeded in death by his father, Raymond Yellow Wolf Sr., mother, Hazel White Owl, Grandmother Nina (Turner) Grandfather Frank White Owl, Paternal grandmother Thelma (Young Bear) and Grandfather John Lloyd Yellow Wolf. Page 31. West S egment New s Sep tember 2023 Obituary In Loving Memory Of Frank Jasper Yellow Wolf July 17, 1971~September 4, 2023 Wake Services: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 5:00pm Funeral Services: Friday, September 8, 2023 at 10:00am Water Chief Hall, Mandaree, ND Water Chief Hall, Mandaree, ND Officiating: Kevin Finley Senior Pallbearer: Brad Sage Music: Wilbur Hunts Along Active Pallbearers: Azin Lucio Heath Hall Jassen White Owl Aaron Wolf Jr. Aaron Yellow Wolf Raymond Yellow Wolf III Brayson Lincoln Louis West Lone Fight Honorary Pallbearers: Steven DuBois Calvin Black Hawk “Son” Nate “White Buffalo” Miller Ted White Quincy Crow Kirby Reynolds Bryan Thunder Cloud Mylo Spotted Horse Fred Everett Leonard Good Bird Thomas Nash Justin Deegan Monica Weatherall Graduating Class of 1989 Final Resting Place: White Owl Family Cemetery DeAnn Azure Page 32. West Segment New s S eptemb er 2023 On behalf of West Segment we would like to extend our sympathy to the family and relatives of Norman Jerome Standish and to the family and relatives of Frank Jasper Yellow Wolf. Our prayers of comfort goes out to each and every one of you. We would like to also extend our condolences to other segments who have lost loved ones. From Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight and Personal. Wonderful scenery of the badlands Fall is among us! Happy Birthday Wishes To Our Elders!! Arline Charging Lyda Bearstail Willis Sage Doreen Charging Emery Good Bird Tex Hall Sherman Guimont Verna Lone Bear Vida Craig Please forgive us if we forgot to mention your name, it was not done intentionally. --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Athree_affiliated_fort_berthold%3Ac97e7dfad5b45737. Public record. Not legal advice.