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page: 11
pages: 7-9
Volume 54, Number 22
Our masthead for this issue features honorable veteran Mrs. Genevieve May Lowry-Johnson / Ahu-co [Bluewing] [1925 – 2011] A
Huc-hikikarac [Bear Clan] pioneer for women
in the military, Genevieve enlisted in the U.S.
Navy during the height of World War II. She
completed boot camp training in the Bronx,
New York at Hunter College. She was assigned
to the U.S. Naval Aviation Preparation Depot in
Philadelphia, PA. Serving at that post where she
advanced in rank (SK3/c) until her honorable
discharge in 1946 [Washington D.C.] Maintaining a lifelong standard for service, Genevieve
stayed active with military service groups and
veterans’ organizations. Elected as the first female Commander of the LaMere / Greencrow /
Rice American Legion Post in 1954. In 2009 she
was honored by Nebraska Gov. Hineman for her
service to the people of the United States and
Nebraska. Genevieve is a legend among women
who served our nation. A Hochunk hinuk who
bravely met the call of her people. Genevieve’s
story is one to be told in full in coming issues
of the WIN. We are so very honored to feature
her here. Our deepest gratitude to her family for
their kindness in sharing her story with us here.
Cā hikiruxe wīra
Deer Mating Moon
Saturday, November 8, 2025
WINNEBAGO ENROLLMENT SURVEY:
Your Voice, Your Identity, Your Future!
Nį̄ šoc Nįgešąną
By Bethani Redhorn
Photography from Communications Archive
The Winnebago Public Health Department and WCHS held their annual
Masquerade Powwow. This family-friendly
event brings the community together every
year to celebrate Halloween. Attendees
were able to enjoy dinner, grand entry,
dance specials, and the costume contest.
Shoutout to the Staff who coordinated the
event, The host drum; New Breed, the Big
Voice MCs, and the Arena Director; Les
Painter for making the event happen.
On October 31st, the WPS football team
played vs. Mahpiya Luta for All Nations
Conference Boys Football Semifinals. The
team won 52-14, Congratulations and good
luck at the championships! During halftime
the Big Voice Radio and the Winnebago
Public Health Department held a costume
contest.
On October 25th, Carlos Trinidad-Snake
competed in the middleweight division in
the Bare-Knuckle Fighting Championship
against Jimmy Sweeney. The fight was
located at the venue Palazzo Dello Sport
in Rome, Italy. Carlos won the fight, undefeated 7-0. Congratulations!
[Winnebago, NE] The Winnebago Tribal Enrollment Committee is seeking input from all
Winnebago Tribal members to help shape the
future of enrollment criteria for the Winnebago
Tribe of Nebraska. The purpose of this survey
is to gather input from Tribal members on all
enrollment related issues and is open to Tribal
members who reside on and off the reservation
that are 18 years of age or older. It is currently
active and accessible online by scanning the
QR code which takes you directly to the survey
link, but there are also paper surveys available
for those without internet access.
Under the current criteria, all children that
are born to an enrolled tribal member of the
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska are eligible for
enrollment, provided they must possess at least
25% (one-fourth or ¼) Indian blood, which
may include both Winnebago Indian blood and
blood another federally recognized Tribe. This
standard was established through an amendment effective March 10, 2009, replacing the
prior subsection (c) modified by Amendment
No. I, effective April 18, 1963. (As shared
on the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska’s social
media)
The Winnebago Tribal Enrollment Committee and Tribal Council are reviewing the
impact of this criterion on the Tribe, and
several concerns have been raised during this
process, which includes: 1) Relinquishment and
Re-enrollment: there is an increasing number
of new applicants relinquishing enrollment
from another federally recognized Tribe and
applying for enrollment with the Winnebago
Tribe. 2) Lack of minimum Winnebago blood
requirement: under the current criteria, there is
no minimum Winnebago blood requirement.
3) Blood Quantum Balance: Some applicants
possess a greater percentage of Indian blood
from another federally recognized tribe and
Con’t. on page 2...
Winnebago’s First Ever REZCYCLE DRIVE
By Bethani Redhorn
Photography by Bethani Redhorn
[Winnebago, NE] Worak Horak Youth Organization hosted the first Rezycle Drive Fundraiser and Entertainment event on Wednesday,
October 22, 2025, at the big screen in downtown Winnebago. This first ever, all-day event
featured entertainment from a local Artist and
Band with showings of youth films followed
by a special guest speaker appearance. The
event was a collaboration between Worak
Horak Youth Organization and Winnebago
Tribe’s Environmental Protection Department
to promote a healthy and sustainable environment by encouraging the community to recycle
cans and plastics.
Worak Horak Youth Organization Founder
and Youth Mentor, Jordana Bass, was behind
the scenes planning the entire event and included an element of entertainment to increase
community involvement while also creating
space for artists to showcase their talents. The
entertainment featured musical performances
by Winnebago’s very own, local music artist
Laura Lee and local band Altered Epitome.
A full breakdown of the events agenda included: showing of native films, live bands + live
music, community meal, community bonfire
with hotdogs and s’mores, showing of Winnebago Youth films, and concluded with guest
speaker, Film Producer Bird Runningwater.
Laura Lee began the entertainment for the
event by performing cover songs with one
of her own original songs called, “Had Me
Fooled.” It was requested that Laura return
for an encore performance which took place
following the performance by the band. Altered
Epitome consists of Lucas “Ryan Heroin”
Levering (drums/vocals), Erick Mazur (guitars/
vocals), and Eric “Fro” Harden (bass/vocals),
who performed a lineup of cover songs.
Following the musical performances, the
community meal was served with a blessing
and prayer by Mr. Gregory Bass Sr. While
the meal was taking place, the Winnebago
Youth films from the 2024 and 2025 Cohorts
were displayed on the big screen. The 2024
youth films included: HORUNA (directed by
Gia Scott); HEERUSGA (directed by Ka’Mia
Blackhawk); TAKING BACK OUR VOICE
(directed by Tylie “Ash” Chilson); and FROM
THE LAND TO THE PEOPLE (directed by
Con’t. on page 2...
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
...Cont. from front page: WINNEBAGO ENROLLMENT
SURVEY...
...Cont. from front page: WINNEBAGO'S FIRST EVER
REZCYCLE DRIVE...
contain only a small amount of Winnebago
Alen Whitewing). The 2025 youth films
included: UNCLE (a short animation by
Ka’Mia Blackhawk and Zowie Zephier-Wilkie); BYZANTIUM (a music composition by Kaevyn Harden); COOKIES (a
short narrative film written and directed by
Lula DeCora).
Concluding the event with special guest
speaker, Bird Runningwater, along with a
brief Q&A, who emphasized the importance of filmmaking and how valuable it
can be for Native communities. Bird is the
Producer for the film, “Fancy Dance,” and
helped produce a new film called, “Free
Leonard Peltier.” He shared his experience
working in the film industry, “it hasn’t
been an easy task working in an industry
where a lot of decision makers misunderstand (or maybe they don’t have any
knowledge) that we still exist as modern
people. That’s one of the hurdles that we
constantly go through in educating people.” Continuing to encourage the youth to
blood yet remain eligible to enroll with
the Winnebago Tribe under the current
eligibility criteria.
During Winnebago Talks on Tuesday, November 3, 2025, the Winnebago
Tribe’s Enrollment Department Director
Ramona Sheridan and Winnebago Tribal
Enrollment Committee Secretary Terri
Lee Medina joined the Big Voice staff on
the radio to discuss the importance of the
survey, providing insights into enrollment
criteria and statistics. The Winnebago
Tribe of Nebraska currently has 5,882
enrolled Tribal members, with 1,851
currently residing on the reservation and
4,131 currently residing off the reservation. A consensus must be reached by the
Tribal membership to conduct a secretarial election and with the current statistics,
Secretary Medina stated that 40% of the
18 and over enrolled Tribal members
need to complete the survey which is
estimated to be 1,796 completed by the
deadline on December 5, 2025.
The Winnebago Tribal Enrollment
Committee plans for community outreach
efforts with upcoming events in Winnebago and they are planning to host a event
called, “Chat over Coffee,” which will
take place at SweetWater in Winnebago
from 10:00-11:00 AM on Friday, November 14, 2025. The committee plans to set
up throughout the month of November
at other upcoming community events in
Winnebago.
For more information, visit: https://
winnebagotribe.com/tribal-enrollment or
contact the Winnebago Tribe’s Enrollment Department by phone: (402)8782028 – or email: enrollment@winnebagotribe.com. To complete the Enrollment
survey, visit: https://portal.laserfiche.com/
d2162/forms/survey/hQvBL
master their skills and craft in storytelling.
The event was organized by Worak
Horak Youth Organization, sponsored by
Vision Maker Media with collaboration
efforts by the Big Voice Radio (venue +
sound stage), Winnebago Tribe Environmental Protection Department (recycle
trailer + recycling supplies), Winnebago
Wildlife & Parks (firepits + firewood),
and Winnebago Higher Education Program (popcorn machine + water). All
proceeds raised at the event were donated
to Worak Horak Youth Organization to
support their mission and the organization
hopes to continue hosting entertainment
events in the Winnebago community. To
learn more about Worak Horak Youth
Organization, visit: (https://www.worakhorakyouth.org) If you want to learn how
you can support their campaign, visit:
(https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/
jordanabass/501-c3-start-up-worak-horakyouth-organization)
Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Winnebago Indian News • Page 3
Wāgax hųk ra wāgax hokik’ųna
Letter to the Editor
JESUS OUR SAVIOR
LUTHERAN OUTREACH
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV26-010
In the Matter of the
Name Change Petition of:
SHARI PATTON to SHARI WHITENER
To:
ANY INTERESTED PARTIES
"Scan the QR code for a direct link to the
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Sex Offender
Registration website. The purpose of the
website is to provide information to the
public concerning location and status of
sex offenders within the Winnebago Indian
Reservation. For more information, contact
the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Law
Enforcement at: (402)878-2245"
‘The way of peace - part 3’
‘As [Jesus] rode forward, he could see Jerusalem (the Sacred Village of Peace), and tears
began to run down his face.
“Jerusalem, O Jerusalem, you are the Sacred
Village of Peace”, he wept out loud. “Of all
the people, you should be the ones who would
know the way of peace, but on this sacred day,
the way of peace is hidden from your eyes’
[Luke 19:41-42 1st Nations Version].
What is the way of peace? Quite simply:
Jesus is the way to peace, and only Jesus.
Have you ever wondered: Why in the world
would Jesus leave heaven to come into this
world, suffer such a horrible death, be totally
abandoned, forsaken, banished by his Heavenly
Father? It was on account of his love - his love
for you and for me and for each and every man,
woman and child.
Jesus is offering you this day the way of
peace. It is received by grace through faith in
Jesus. The apostle Paul wrote and I quote: “For
it is by grace you have been saved, through
faith— and this not from yourselves, it is the
gift of God— not by works, so that no one can
boast” [Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV84)].
You might then wonder why the tears that
began to run down the face of Jesus? Jesus’
tears were heartfelt and sincere - he knew all
too well the suffering he would have to endure
- and worse yet, most would turn a blind eye
to him. Jesus suffered so much and yet in our
reading he was brought to tears. Why? because
so many of his fellow countrymen rejected him.
Many could not see Jesus for who he is - the
Son of God, the Messiah, that is the Christ.
This brought Jesus to tears since their rejection
of him - their rejection of the gift of peace would bring much suffering - unnecessary suffering upon themselves and upon their children.
Their hatred for Jesus, their self-righteous,
By: Pastor Ricky Jacob
power hungry craving blinded them to see
the truth and to see Jesus for who he is. Jesus’
trail of tears came when he was about to enter
Jerusalem, the Jewish capitol city of peace, on
Palm Sunday.
Jesus shed those tears not so much for his
suffering, but rather for the unnecessary suffering that the stubborn, blind, refusal of those he
would die for. In 70 AD, about 40 years after
Jesus’ death - Jerusalem would be surrounded
by Roman soldiers for weeks.
Many would die of starvation, some ending
up eating their own dead children which only
prolonged their lives to die by the sword of the
Romans. The temple of God which they had
counted on, and in which they had made it into
a den of thieves would be leveled with not one
stone above the foundational wall standing
upon another.
The Jewish spiritual leaders had wrongly
placed their faith in the peace that the temple
offered instead of in YAHWEH, their God and
their Creator.
In closing why is the kingdom of God
hidden from the eyes of the citizens of Jerusalem? It was from those who rejected God’s
son Jesus, and thereby rejected his way and his
offer of peace - peace found in the forgiveness
of one’s sins - all of them through the bloody
sacrifice of Jesus.
Jesus’ offer of peace was rejected due to
their own stubborn blindness - and the thrill
that they craved in fulfilling their own desires.
Their anger and self-righteousness blinded
them to seeing Jesus as God’s son and the way
of peace.
One more time I would like to answer this
question: ‘What is the way of peace?’ Jesus is
the way of peace, and only Jesus is the way to
peace! Place you faith in Jesus and keep that
faith in him above all else!
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
You are hereby notified that a petition for
Name Change has been filed and a hearing
concerning the above-referred Individual in
case no. CV26-010 has been scheduled and
will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court of
Winnebago, Nebraska on the 4TH day of DECEMBER, 2025 at the hour of 11 A.M.
LEGAL NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
In the Matter of the
Divorce Petition of:
CASEY KEARNES NAVA
vs
MIGUEL NAVA
In the Matter of the
Guardianship Petition of:
Lola Kearnes Bernie
In Re:
D.G (Born 01/2011)
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV24-041
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV12-050
MIGUEL NAVA
You are hereby notified that a Divorce petition has been filed and a hearing concerning the
above referred Case No. CV24-041 has been
scheduled and will be heard in the Winnebago
Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the
13TH day of NOVEMBER, 2025 at the hour
of 10:00 A.M.
TO:
HOLLY GRIFFIN, MOTHER
ALL POSSIBLE FATHERS
You are hereby notified that a petition has
been filed for Guardianship and a hearing
concerning the above referred Individual(s) in
Case No. CV12-050 has been scheduled and
will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court of
Winnebago, Nebraska on the 24TH day of NOVEMBER, 2025 at the hour of 1:00 P.M.
LEGAL NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
To:
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV26-020
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV24-155
Notice of Hearing
Case No. JFJ26-002ABCD
The People of the Winnebago Tribe
In the Interest of:
KW (Born 12/2012)
PC (Born 12/2017)
EC (Born 08/2022)
DW (Born 12/2023)
In the Matter of the
Guardianship Petition of:
Shalise Cline
In Re:
N.H (Born 10/2024)
In the Matter of the
Divorce Petition of:
JAMES WESLEY
vs
LASHANE WESLEY
To:
EDWIN CODY, Father
ALL POTENTIAL FATHERS
You are hereby notified that a hearing for
an Initial Appearance concerning the above
referred minor individual(s) in case no.
JFJ26-002ABCD has been scheduled and will
be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 19th day of NOVEMBER, 2025 at the hour of 1:30 P.M.
To:
LEGAL NOTICE
LASHANE WESLEY
You are hereby notified that a Divorce petition has been filed and a hearing concerning the
above referred Case No. CV24-155 has been
scheduled and will be heard in the Winnebago
Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the
13TH day of NOVEMBER, 2025 at the hour
of 11:30 A.M.
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LISA ANN CHAMBERLAIN to CONI
MANI WIGA
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SHANELLE HORN, MOTHER
ALL POSSIBLE FATHERS
ANY INTERESTED PARTIES
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Name
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been filed for Guardianship and a hearing
concerning
the above-referred Individual in
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case no. CV26-011 has been scheduled and will
Case No. CV26-020 has been scheduled and
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nebago, Nebraska on the 4TH day of DECEMTH
of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 11 day of
BER, 2025 at the hour of 11:30 A.M.
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TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
MID-MONTHLY TRIBAL COUNCIL
MEETING
October 21, 2025
Motion carried.
Digitizing Hidden Collections: Amplifying
Unheard Voices 2025-2026
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to ratify the
five-signature adopting resolution #26-11:
TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT:
Digitizing Hidden Collections: Amplifying
Coly Brown
Unheard Voices 2025-2026. Ireta Frazier secTeresa Littlegeorge
onded the motion.
Ireta Frazier
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Eugene DeCora
Motion carried.
Victoria Kitcheyan (in at 9:04 a.m.)
NEW BUSINESS:
Trey Blackhawk
EPD – Resolution for Supplemental TAS of
Lorelei DeCora (virtual)
returned lands
OTHERS PRESENT:
Lorelei DeCora motioned to adopt resolution
Christina Parker
#26-13: Supplemental Request for Treatment as
Darla LaPointe
a State (TAS) Under Clean Water Act (ApplicaBrittany Thomas
tion). Teresa Littlegeorge seconded the motion.
Kiana Lewis
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Anna Berridge
Motion carried.
William Bass
OLD BUSINESS:
Charli Earth
Fiber to Home – Construction – Bid suggesJanelle DeCora
tion
Joy Johnson
Eugene DeCora motioned to go into ExecuKeely Purcell
tive Session at 9:16 a.m. for financial discusKelsey Earth
sion. Trey Blackhawk seconded the motion.
Anthony Earth
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Kristine Earth
Motion carried.
Karl Baker
Eugene DeCora motioned to come out ExecMarian Holstein
utive Session at 9:27 a.m. Teresa Littlegeorge
Les Painter
seconded the motion.
Melanie Parker
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Garan Coons
Motion carried.
TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT:
Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to apRona Stealer prove Bauer Underground total bid $17,
Isaac Smith
342,208.31 (16,997,684.89 + 344,523.43 tax
= $17,342,208.31) for the Fiber to Home ConCALL TO ORDER: Chairman Brown
struction Project. Eugene DeCora seconded the
called to order at 9:00 a.m.
motion.
OPENING PRAYER: Councilman DeCora
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
offered the opening prayer.
Motion carried.
APPROVE AGENDA:
Charli Earth – Parks update and post-conEugene DeCora motioned to approve the
struction care – discussion only, meetings will
agenda with additions and amendments. Teresa be held with the Physical Resources Director
Littlegeorge seconded the motion.
and CEO. No further action taken.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Last Bear Moon Pow-wow Committee –
Motion carried.
discussion
READING OF THE MINUTES:
Date held this year: Saturday, February 28,
October 6, 2025 – Regular Tribal Council
2026.
Meeting minutes
Eugene DeCora motioned to reappoint the
Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to approve OcLegacy Last Bear Moon Pow-wow Committee
tober 6, 2025, Regular Tribal Council meeting
members: Cassie Kitcheyan, Les Painter, Melminutes. Eugene DeCora seconded the motion. anie Parker, Garan Coons, WinnaVegas G.M.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
and Marketing Manager along with two memMotion carried.
bers of the Youth Council. Teresa Littlegeorge
October 6, 2025 – CEO Report Meeting
seconded the motion.
minutes
ABSTAIN: Victoria Kitcheyan, Ireta Frazier
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve OcVOTE: (4) yes (0) no
(2) abstain, VK,
tober 6, 2025, CEO Report meeting minutes.
IF
Motion carried.
Trey Blackhawk seconded the motion.
BREAK: 10:08 a.m., reconvene at 10:23
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
a.m.
Motion carried.
TRIBAL COUNCIL ITEMS:
October 8, 2025 – Oath of Office – Swearing
K.L. – Tribal Member donation request –
in Ceremony minutes
Discussion only, no action taken.
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
NITC Travel approval
October 8, 2025 – Oath of Office – Swearing in
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to approve
Ceremony minutes. Ireta Frazier seconded the
travel to the Nebraska Inter Tribal Coalition
motion.
meeting being held in South Sioux City, NE on
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
October 24, 2025. Eugene DeCora seconded
Motion carried.
the motion.
October 14, 2025 – Physical Resources
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Report meeting minutes
Motion carried.
Trey Blackhawk motioned to approve the
SNAP discussion
Physical Resources Report meeting minutes.
ADJOURN:
Eugene DeCora seconded the motion.
Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to adjourn at
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
10:39 a.m. Ireta Frazier seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
October 15, 2025 – General Counsel MeetMotion carried.
ing minutes
Chairman Brown adjourned the meeting at
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
10:39 a.m.
October 15, 2025, General Counsel meeting
minutes. Ireta Frazier seconded the motion.
Respectfully submitted,
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Teresa Littlegeorge, Secretary
Motion carried.
Winnebago Tribal Council
RATIFY FIVE SIGNATURES:
Appoint an ethics complaint investigative
committee, to include Human Resources Directors of the Winnebago Tribe, Little Priest Tribal
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
College, and WinnaVegas Casino Resort
LAW ENFORCEMENT/FIRE DEPARTTeresa Littlegeorge motioned to ratify the
MENT REPORT MEETING
five-signature appointing an ethics complaint
October 27, 2025
investigative committee, to include the Winnebago Tribe, Little Priest Tribal College, and
TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT:
WinnaVegas Casino Resort. Eugene DeCora
Coly Brown
seconded the motion.
Rona Stealer
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Teresa Littlegeorge
Motion carried.
Lorelei DeCora
L.F. request for additional financial asEugene DeCora
sistance in the amount of $300.00 for travel
Victoria Kitcheyan
expenses returning to New Mexico following
Trey Blackhawk
funeral services in Winnebago.
Ireta Frazier
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to ratify the
Isaac Smith (in at 9:21 a.m.)
five-signature approving L.F. request for
OTHERS PRESENT:
additional financial assistance in the amount of
Jeremiah Lonewolf
$300.00 for travel expenses returning to New
Joseph Barnes
Mexico following funeral services in WinnebaDanelle Smith
go. Eugene DeCora seconded the motion.
Anna Bess Preston
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Kevin Ebert
Motion carried.
Darla LaPointe
FY’2025 Strategies to Support Children
Tyresha Romero
Exposed to Violence
Kristine Earth
Eugene DeCora motioned to ratify the
Cecelia Earth
five-signature adopting resolution #26-10:
Kellie Snow
FY’2025 Strategies to Support Children
Tiffany Armell-Buchanan
Exposed to Violence. Teresa Littlegeorge
Kiana Lewis
seconded the motion.
Daryl LaPointe, Jr.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Thelma Whitewater
Motion carried.
Kyle Urbanec
Wildlife & Parks Fy 26 Big Bear Park Resto- Karl Baker
ration – Phase II
Eugene DeCora motioned to ratify the
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Brown
five-signature adopting resolution #26-12:
called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m.
Wildlife & Parks FY 26 Big Bear Park RestoOPENING PRAYER: Chief Lonewolf
ration – Phase II. Teresa Littlegeorge seconded
offered the opening prayer.
the motion.
APPROVE AGENDA:
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
agenda. Victoria Kitcheyan seconded the
motion.
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORT: Presented by Chief Lonewolf and Joseph Barnes.
[Isaac out]
Discussion on issues with Jailing prisoners. A meeting will be scheduled for further
discussion on a new justice center. Currently
transporting to Wagner.
Discussion: Records management and
evidence.
Wildlife and Parks have been assisting with
the shifts and covering were needed.
[Isaac in]
Ireta Frazier motioned to approve the Law
Enforcement Report update. Eugene DeCora
seconded the motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
BREAK: 10:12 a.m., reconvene at 10:28
a.m.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Presented by Fire
Chief Isaac Smith.
Possible move in date November 18 for the
new building. Still working on the opening
date with Mona Zuffante.
Approximately 70 calls this year. Field fires
are usually during hunting season.
Still working with Big Fire Law on the 501
C 3.
Will work with the CFO regarding financials
once the new CFO comes on board.
Working on getting a new pumper truck.
Reached out to the college, carpentry program to build roof props for training purposes.
Contacted by the Village office to do a controlled burn on property but searching for the
owner of the property.
Changing the reporting system with the State
of Nebraska.
Will the Council allow us to utilize the old
firehall once we move out.
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
Fire Department Report. Teresa Littlegeorge
seconded the motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
[Isaac out]
ELECTION RESOLUTION:
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to adopt resolution #26-14: Tribal Enrollment Applicants
[A4477, A4478, A4484, A4516, A4517, A4546,
A4556, A4659, A4572, A4589, A4592, A4650,
A4651, A4656, A4657, A4658, A4660, A4727,
A4677, A4684] Trey Blackhawk seconded the
motion.
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
SNAP BENEFITS DISCUSSION:
Currently encouraging SNAP participants
to cancel those benefits and apply for the Food
Distribution Program.
Senior Meals are secure.
ATLAS was a suggestion.
Victoria Kitcheyan motioned to adjourn the
meeting at 10:59 a.m. Eugene DeCora seconded the motion.
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
Chairman Brown adjourned the meeting at
10:59 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Teresa Littlegeorge, Secretary
Winnebago Tribal Council
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
TREASURER’S REPORT MEETING
October 28, 2025
TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT:
Coly Brown
Isaac Smith
Teresa Littlegeorge
Rona Stealer
Ireta Frazier
Lorelei DeCora
Eugene DeCora
Trey Blackhawk
Victoria Kitcheyan
OTHERS PRESENT:
Cheryl Painter
Char Richardson
Kiva Harden-Free
Kellie Snow
Kevin Ebert
Glenda Bruggeman
Petra Nielsen
Kiana Lewis
Barbara Pretends Eagle
Darla LaPointe
Terri Lee Medina
Lynelle Blackhawk
Miskoo Petite
David Edwards
Beth Wewel
Kristine Earth
Cecelia Earth
Serenity Drew
Billie Kitcheyan
Joi Long
OTHERS PRESENT:
Keely Purscell
Anna Bess Preston
Renee Heath
Tatanka Petite
Tyresha Romero
Tanya Baker
Nakia Mallory
Willy Bass
Tiffany Armell-Buchanan
Thomas Snow
Lance Morgan
Anna Berridge
Tana Lewis
Sharon Redhorn-Chamberlain
Deliah Keahna
Sandra Oliveraz
Thomas Heeney
Leta Gorrin
Amy LaPointe
Peggy LaRose
Tom Teesdale
Christian Rogers
Mike Means
Ray Thomas
Anthony Earth
Charli Earth
Karl Baker
Harvey Freemont
Ann Marie Bledsoe-Downs
Aaron LaPointe
Fannie LaTray
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Brown
called to order at 9:00 a.m.
OPENING PRAYER: Treasurer Rona
Stealer offered the opening prayer.
APPROVE AGENDA:
Isaac Smith motioned to approve the agenda.
Eugene DeCora seconded the motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
TRIBAL FINANCIAL REPORT: Presented by Cheryl Petite.
Discussion on the Tax Commission. Construction Tax is not being allocated.
Add the Tax Commission to the CEO Report
meeting.
Special Tax Commission meeting at 4:00
p.m. today (October 28, 2025)
Turkey Distribution Dates: 815 ordered.
Nov 12 – (afternoon) Winnebago Seniors
Nov 13 - Rest of the Tribal membership
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
September 2025 Tribal Financial Report. Teresa Littlegeorge seconded the motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
WCHS FINANCIAL REPORT: Presented
by David Edwards and Beth Wewel.
September 2025 Financial Report and September 2025 Revenue Cycle Report
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
September 2025 Winnebago Comprehensive
Healthcare System Financial and Revenue Cycle Reports. Isaac Smith seconded the motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
WINNEBAGO GAMING COMMISSION: Presented by Tanay Baker and Nakia
Mallory
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
September 2025 Winnebago Gaming Commission Report. Trey Blackhawk seconded the
motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
APPROVAL:
Winnebago Gaming Commission FY 25-26
budget
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to approve the
Winnebago Gaming Commission FY 25-26
Budget.
Ireta Frazier seconded the motion.
VOTE: (8) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
BREAK: 9:55 a.m., reconvene at 10:08 a.m.
[Victoria out]
[Isaac out]
WARHORSE: Presented by Lance Morgan
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
September 2025 WarHorse Report. Teresa
Littlegeorge seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
WINNAVEGAS: Presented by Tom Teesdale and Mike Means.
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
September 2025 WinnaVegas Financial Report.
Rona Stealer seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
APPROVALS:
Request from Bingo Department
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to approve of
the New Year’s Eve and Bingo Bash promotion. Rona Stealer seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
Request from Marketing Department
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
$150,000 “On the Road Again Promotional
Drawings”
Trey Blackhawk seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
Request from Marketing Department
Rona Stealer motioned to approve the January Continuity Program “Perry Ellis” Continuity Program Gift Giveaway. Eugene DeCora
seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
Request from Marketing Department
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
February 2026 “Travelers Club Luggage” Continuity Program Gift Giveaway. Rona Stealer
seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
Request from Marketing Department
Teresa Littlegeorge motioned to approve the
March 2026 “Bake and Take” Continuity Program Gift Giveaway. Rona Stealer seconded
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TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES
the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
BREAK: 11:15 a.m., reconvene at 11:23
a.m.
WINNEBAGO GAMING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION – IRON HORSE
REPORT:
Presented by Sharon Redhorn-Chamberlain
and Deliah Keahna.
Eugene DeCora motioned to approve the
September 2025 Financial Report for Winnebago Gaming Development Corporation-Iron
Horse. Trey Blackhawk seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
TRIBAL COUNCIL ITEMS:
Land Management – Shed
Eugene DeCora #26-15: REF: Land Lease Roads Department Equipment Storage Shed
Ireta Frazier seconded the motion.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
[Victoria in]
Credit Policy and Procedures – Credit Committee Bylaws and updates will be on the next
Treasurer’s Report meeting.
SNAP and Head Start Discussion
Head Start and EduCare - Funding will be
good until December 1, 2025. EduCare applied
for their grant and is awaiting grant approval.
(government reopened)
SNAP – Nebraska Inter Tribal Coalition
approved a letter to be sent by all four Tribes.
Monthly estimates of all expenditures are requested by the Tribal Council Treasurer to help
prepare for future operation of the programs.
Discussion on monthly expenditures for
Head Start and EduCare will be on the CEO
Report agenda.
Update from Food Distribution – statement
sent out on Oct. 22, 2025, alert for people to remove themselves from SNAP in order to apply
for Food Distribution benefits.
Received 10 applications. Still been able to
order and receive food deliveries.
Human Services – gives a brief update.
ADJOURN:
Eugene DeCora motioned to adjourn at 12:49
p.m. Victoria Kitcheyan seconded the motion.
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no
(0) abstain
Motion carried.
Chairman Brown adjourned the meeting at
12:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Teresa Littlegeorge, Secretary
Winnebago Tribal Council
115K Community Wellness Grant Awarded to
WCHS Public Health Nursinga
By: Erin McElroy Flores, Communications Manager
Winnebago, NE – Winnebago Comprehensive
Healthcare System (WCHS) is proud to announce
that its Public Health Nursing (PHN) has been
awarded the Great Plains Tribal Chairman’s Health
Board (GPTCHB) Grant for the second consecutive
year, receiving $115,500 in funding to continue its
impactful chronic disease prevention and management programs.
The GPTCHB Grant supports programs that
demonstrate measurable success in chronic disease
education, prevention, and management while
honoring cultural relevance and community
involvement. The grant provides funding that will
support some of the PHN events and activities
throughout the coming year.
“Winning this award again reflects the
dedication of our PHN team and the incredible
engagement from our community,” said Carla Olson
Griffin, RN, BS, MSN/MHA, Director of the PHN
Program. “The Winnebago community really
shows up for these events — they look forward to
them, participate wholeheartedly, and share positive feedback. Their enthusiasm gives our whole
department and our partners a real sense of pride
and purpose, knowing we’re working together for
their health and well-being.”
The PHN program’s year-round grant activities
include:
Seniors on the Move: An evening event celebrat-
ing kinship, friendship, and wellness among Elders.
Educare Good Health and Wellness Days: Monthly
“Lunch & Learn” sessions for families with young
children.
Teen Health Fair: A youth-centered event promoting education and prevention.
Backpack Meals for Seniors: Nutritious meal
deliveries supporting Elders’ health and independence.
Community Poker Walk: A fun, all-ages walking
event that combines movement and community
connection.
Salsa Showdown & Men’s Health Events:
Interactive activities promoting healthy eating and
engagement.Home Blood Pressure Monitoring
Initiative: Providing education and tools for self-care
and hypertension management.
Heart Health Event: Focused on cardiovascular
wellness through screenings and education.
These activities are made possible through collaboration with several WCHS departments, including
the Wa i pi nagu (Diabetes) Program, Primary Care
Clinic, and Whirling Thunder Wellness Program,
as well as partnerships with local schools, childcare
centers, and community organizations.
By combining traditional knowledge with modern
health practices, the Howaža wōgijire (Public
Health Nursing) Program continues to strengthen
the health and wellness of the Winnebago community — one relationship, one event, and one
heartbeat at a time.
Winnebago Tribal Enrollment Committee
Notice:
10/16/2025
The Winnebago Tribal Enrollment Committee is seeking input
from Tribal members regarding the Tribe’s enrollment criteria and
related issues.
Under the current criteria, all children born to an enrolled member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska are eligible for enrollment, provided they possess at least 25% (one-fourth or 1/4)
Indian blood, which may include both Winnebago Indian blood
and blood from another federally recognized Tribe.
This standard was established through an amendment effective
March 10, 2009, replacing the prior subsection (c) modified by
Amendment No. I, effective April 18, 1963.
The Enrollment Committee and Tribal Council are reviewing
the impact of this criterion on the Tribe. Several concerns have
been raised during this process, including:
Relinquishment and Re-enrollment: An increasing number of
new applicants are relinquishing enrollment from another federally recognized tribe and applying for enrollment with the Winnebago Tribe.
Lack of Minimum Winnebago Blood Requirement: Under the
current criteria, there is no minimum Winnebago blood requirement. A person is eligible for enrollment if they are a direct descendant of someone listed on the 1934 Base Roll and possess at
least 25% (1/4) total Indian blood, which may include Winnebago
and/or other federally recognized Tribal blood.
Blood Quantum Balance: Some applicants possess a greater percentage of Indian blood from another federally recognized tribe
and contain only a small amount of Winnebago blood yet remain
eligible to enroll with the Winnebago Tribe under the current eligibility criteria.
The purpose of this survey is to gather input from Tribal members on these related issues. Your feedback is essential and will
help guide decisions about whether the enrollment criteria should
remain as is or be revised.
Notice from the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska –
Child Support Enforcement Program
The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Child Support Enforcement
Program would like to announce that, effective January 1,
2026, the Winnebago Tribal Police Department will begin
executing civil warrants, including child support warrants.
Previously, our law enforcement officers operated under
the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and were restricted from
executing civil warrants due to BIA policy and existing Code
of Federal Regulations (CFR) provisions applicable to federal
officers. However, since the Winnebago Tribe has entered
into a Self-Governance compact for law enforcement, these
restrictions no longer apply. As a result, tribal law enforcement
officers are now authorized to serve civil warrants issued
through the Winnebago Tribal Court.
If you have questions regarding an existing warrant or wish to
resolve your warrant before the new policy takes effect, please
contact our office.
Pinagigi,
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska – Child Support Enforcement
Program
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Question of the Issue:
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, share a short story with
us about a Veteran in your life.
GARAN: I could fill up a whole WIN issue of short stories of the service men and women that
I crossed paths with throughout my lifetime. So it’s hard to narrow it down to one certain story.
The most recent one I can mention, is that we were there when at 12:01 AM on Oct 1st, the Winnebago Tribe assumed operations of the Winnebago Police Department. During that ceremony,
Navy Veteran, Choka Larry Payer said the blessing. After that was done, Chief of Police Jermiah
Lonewolf said it came full circle because when Chief Lonewolf left for the US Marine Corps
back in 1990’s, it was Choka Larry that said the prayer for him to be safe and to come home to
Winnebago. That blessing kept him safe so that year’s later he now serves as the Chief of Police.
Pretty cool story that was shared at that ceremony. Thank you, Larry and Jeremiah, for your service! Thank you to all service men and women, past and present, in all branches of the services!
An extra shoutout to our Communications Multi-Media Coordinator and Combat Veteran, Kevin
Ebert!
BRIAN: Like most of us, we all have veterans in our lives. People who have stepped
up and met the challenges to become one of those brave warriors that have been a part
of our heritage forever. I grew up with Chris Snow, who served actively as a Marine
for many years. I recall him visiting us in high school while wearing his dress blues.
Later, serving alongside tribal council members, Jim Snow, Louie Houghton, and
Larry Payer, they had a way of keeping the order of our meetings moving, even when
stark disagreements emerged. Larry joined with my tega, Craig Cleveland, when we
received our hocak names. Both of my cokas/grandfathers, Alvin Chamberlain and
Richard Kearnes, Sr., so many tegas/cuwis and friends. Ed Provost and Tony Provost.
So many brave warriors in my life and these here are only a few. Even the fine lady
on the masthead of this issue – Genevieve Lowry-Johnson. We played in her yard as
children. I am very grateful for all of their presence on the path we’ve taken.
KEVIN: In 2024, I traveled with a group of veterans from the Winnebago Veterans
Association to Long Beach, California, to participate in the U.S. Coast Guard’s Native
American Heritage Month celebration. Nine veterans and two coast Guards, represented the Winnebago Tribe and the Coast Guard by carrying in the flags during the
opening ceremony.
The event took place on U.S. Coast Guard Base Los Angeles–Long Beach along the
shoreline. Veterans spent time practicing the flag presentation and visiting with service
members stationed there, sharing stories and learning about each other’s experiences.
During one of the practice sessions, a large military hovercraft made a powerful entrance, coming at us straight out of the ocean, like they planned it. The craft, designed
to carry troops and equipment directly onto shore, caught everyone’s attention.
“I asked fellow veteran Eric ‘Dusty’ Armel about it,” he said. “He explained how it’s
used to land on beaches during operations. He told me he had been on one before.
Hearing that brought a whole different level of understanding to what we were looking
at.”
For the Winnebago veterans, the trip was not only an honor, but a meaningful shared
experience—representing their community, remembering those who served before
them, and strengthening their bonds with one another.
“For me, that was one of the best times I’ve had with fellow veterans,” I said. “We
were there together, carrying our flags and our history, showing who we are and where
we come from.”
The Winnebago Veterans Association continues to represent the Tribe at ceremonies
and events across the country, honoring the Tribe’s long tradition of military service.
TYLER: Hmm, this one is hard to answer because I don’t have many memories with
Veterans besides powwows or ceremonies. One memory I can share is while attending
South Sioux City’s middle school, I was chosen to set the table to honor veterans, they
call it the POW/MIA or the Missing Man Table. The purpose is to represent the sacrifices made by those who are prisoners of war or missing in action, and their families.
This tradition has been in place since the Vietnam War. It was/is an honor to be a part
of the ceremony. Other than that, I get to hear Kev’s stories of Germany ;P
BETHANI: My Choka Shorty (Ihler Mark Redhorn) served in the United States
Army; he was, is, and always will be my hero. I remember thinking when I was
younger, “Wow! My Choka is like the tallest man in all of Winnebago!” He taught me
how to ride a bike when I was about 6 years old. It was him and my mom; they took
my training wheels off and pushed me down the hill. On that day, I learned how to
ride a bike. I crashed a few times, but I learned. He was always right there for me and
my brothers and was the best Choka ever.
CHRISTINA: A couple summers ago I was able to attend a Washington DC trip with
my son and other students and staff from his school. One of the coolest moments was
when we attended Arlington Cemetery, observing the switching of guards at the tomb
of the unknown soldier and I was able to visit the grave of one of our Hocak veterans,
Sgt. John Rice.
I had the opportunity to work with Herman Brown Jr. wanagira and some mornings
he would come sit in my office and share stories about his days in the military and the
stories were pretty interesting. I sure do miss his conversations in Hocak, English and
German.
GAYLA: I do not have a personal story about a Ho-Chunk veteran, but I do carry
deep pride and gratitude for all those who’ve served. As Ho-Chunk people, our warrior
tradition runs deep. It is rooted in protection, sacrifice, and a wholehearted love for our
people.
From Chief Little Priest to the Ho-Chunk Code Talkers, to William S. Winneshiek,
Corporal Mitchell Red Cloud Jr., Sergeant John Rice, my Cōkaxete, John J. Redhorn
and many others - their unwavering courage and sacrifice reminds me why Ho-Chunk
people continue to serve. I’m just honored to descend from such strength, selflessness
and spirit.
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Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska
Food Review:
“TURKEY LEG MAN”
— Kansas City Review
By: Kevin Ebert
I came to Kansas City on a mission. My kids wanted to go to Worlds of Fun —
which is cute and all — but me? I was there for one thing.
I saw this place on Facebook Reels. It said it was one of the Top 50 restaurants
in the United States. Say less. I locked it in the GPS and hit the road. Well after
WOF, I was out voted.
When I pulled up to Turkey Leg Man, I’ll be real: the place is small. Like, “the
place is so small, you would have to step outside to change your mind” small.
But the vibe felt like walking into your uncle’s kitchen. Warm, familiar, super
friendly.
The man running the place — older gentleman — cool as the other side of the
pillow. While I was waiting, a couple told me they came all the way from New
York City because they saw Turkey Leg Man in the New York Post. The owner
said the business has been treating him and his family real well, and I like that. I
respect owners who talk with their customers, not at them.
Now, let’s talk turkey.
When I opened the box, the outside had this shiny glaze — somewhere between BBQ sauce and dry rub. It had a little grit to it. Honestly it didn’t look that
appealing to me. But once I got inside?
The meat was tender.
I was eating a turkey leg… with a fork.
I’ve never forked a turkey leg in my life. Usually, I’m out here gnawing on
one like I’m acting in a documentary about ancient warriors. I once had a man at
Worlds of Fun, compliment me on my skillz on eating a turkey-leg. I laughed so
glad Buffalo Bass was nowhere near.
The inside flavor was tender, juicy, soft. The outside, though — not my favorite.
So I’m giving it 3 out of 5. I think WOF turkey leg was better and so did Lil
Kevyn
But don’t get it twisted:I will be back. I still need to try that mac and cheese.
And that rib dinner.
Strictly for research purposes. Scientific method and whatnot.
Also… Omaha. Off the Bone Turkey Legs. I’m coming for you next. Better be
open when I pull up.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Winnebago Indian News • Page 7
VETERANS LIST
Roster of Company “A” and the Veterans that participated in the First Celebration
Henry Ewing (Noop-hi-lo-ki-shke-gah)
Little Priest (Hoonk-xu-nu-gah)
White, Norton
Kaup, Henry B.
Street, Mumford J.
Emmerson, Thomas
DeCora, Henry (He-nah) (Wah-Xo-pi-ni-gah) Fair Skin French man
South Wind (Ku-nu-Xe-de-gah) Elder First Son
Raymond, John (Mah-xi-homp-hi-junh-hi-gah) Fourth boy Changes the Day
Lincoln, Robert (Mah-nah-k’oh-gah) Paws the Earth
Farrier Young Calf (Che-neegk-cee-gah) Young Calf
Blacksmith Black Wolf (Shoonk-chunk-sep-gah) The Black Wolf
Saddler Solomon Hill (Sah-le-mah-ni-gah)
Wag, John Hill (Ma-Xo-ki-wix-gah) He Circles the Heavens
Breeze, Jackson
Ball, Leon
Bird, James (Wi-jook-gah) The Cat
Buchanan, Henry
Little Bird (Wah-nik-Xo-nu-nik-kah)
Bonaparte, John
Brown, Henry (Mah-Xi-ska-na-zhing-gah) Stands on White Cloud
Little Boyd (Weex-ha-nah-se-gah) He Governs the Flight of Waterfowl
Crosby, John
Coffee, James
Clay, Thomas (He-zhoo-zhe-gah) The Antlered One
Chambers, Benjamin
Little Chief (Hoonk-Xu-nu-nik-kah) Smaller Chief
Good Chief (Hoonk-ping-gah)
DeCora, Thomas (Ni-zhu-mah-ni-gah) Walking Rain
Deville, Wite (Hoonk-ska-nik-kah) Little White Bear
Devoin, John N. (Wak-che-Xi-ska-gah) White Water Spirit
Eaton, George (Ho-ki-le-oon-gah) The Standard
Bad Earth (Shi-ong-ge-gah) Hermaphrodite
Earthquake, Thomas (Mah-hi-gah-gah) Earthquake
Bright Feather (Wah-soo-woo-hi-mah-ni-gah) He Who Thaws the Snow as He Walks
Halestone, Jake (Hagah-cho-kah-gah) Grandfather Third Son
Hensley, William (Mah-Xi-wah-kon-chunk-kah) Holy Sky
Hatchet, William (Ho-bo-sinch-gah) Wind Blown
Harrison, John
Henry, John
Hemens, David
Horn, Isaac
Horn, James
Little Hog (Goo-X’goo-she-nik-kah)
Edward Haga (Ha-ga-se-lech-gah) Tall Third Son
Johnson, John (Wah-Xo-pi-ni-gah) The Frenchman
Lamb, George (Chah-ska-gah) The Lamb
Leigh, Thomas (Jomp-hah-ki-wah-lace-gah) Sees With a Flash
Charles Mix
Large Man (No-loox-Xo-gah) Claws Wood
John Nicols (He-dah-ooh-gah)
James Ox (Che-zhan-ki-gah) Lone Buffalo
John Omaha
John Priest (Ku-nu-Xe-de-nik-kah) Small First Son
Good Preacher (Ho-chi-chi-pah-zee-gah) Boy with Light Brown Hair
Rice, Henry M., Interpreter (Nah-gah) The Tree
Myron Soul (Xung-mah-ni-gah) The Small Hermaphrodite
Milton Snow (Xung-mah-ni-gah) Swift Walking Sound
John Snyder (Je-jech-gah) Blue Jay
Mike Shorty (Wo-zheep-gah) Wood Clawings
George Sap (Mah-nah-Xe-gah) Clamours Loudly to the Earth
James Sherry (Mah-ni-gee-ke-le-gah) Starts at a Walk
James Seaton (Wak-kon-ska-gah) White Snake
Thompson, Clark
James Twins (Wah-le-chah-wah-nik-kah) Smaller Twin
Green Thunder (Wah-kon-jah-cho-gah) Green Thunder
Asa White (Wah-pah-hi-hah-ni-gah) Armed with Sharp Weapons
Raised Wing (Ah-hoo-loo-ung gah) Raises His Wings
Green Cloud (Mah-Xi-cho-gah)
White, Isaac
White Wolf
Chief Walke
War of 1866
George Carver (mah-nah-pe-man-ni-gah) Walking Soldier
Louis Brave (Carver)(Mo-la-jah-hoo-gah) Comes to visit the Earth
John Brown (No-lu-xo-nik-kah) Little Wood Clawer
John Fox (Mah-ni-kok-‘ksik-kah) The Fox
Charles Houton (Mah-zi-hi-mah-ni-gah) Earth Yellow As He Walks
David McClusky (Che-nah-zhi-gah) Standing Buffalo
James Noble (Mo-chi-gah) Lives on Ground
Henry M. Rice, Interpreter (Nah-gah)(Shoonk-wo-woonk-kah) Bad Dog
Henry Brown (Mah-xi-ska-na-zhing-gah) Stands on White Cloud
Civil War Veterans
John Carriman (Wah-kahn-chunk-wo-gee-gah) He Strikes Mysteriously
John Hill (Xe-de-ni-shah-lahk-kah) The Wren
Joe Monager (Mah-ni-gah) He Who Walks
John Sherman (Nah-Xi-wah-mah-shjah-gah) Strong Fourth Son
Moses St. Cyr (Wahk’gis-ska-gah) White Medallion
Simon Payer (Si-mo-gah) Simon
Spanish-American War
Buchanan, Thomas
Lemmon, George, Jr.
Lemmon, Henry
LaMere, Don
Russell, John
WORLD WAR 1
Armell, John, Jr.-Army
Armell, Raymond, Sr.
Bear, Jesse
Big Bear, Louis
Big Elk, Henry
Bradford, William
Brave, Louis
Brown, John
Brown, William
Brown, William McKinley
Carver, George (Walking Soldier)
Davis, Frank-Army
DeCora, Little
DeCora, Paul, Sr.
DeCora, Tall
DeCorah, Henry
Deen, James E.
Earth, George
Ewing, Charles
Fourcloud, David, Sr.-Army
Fox, John
Free, William
Greyhair, Louis
Grizzleybear, Douglas
Harden, Wilbur
Horak, Joseph
Houghton, Charles
Huffman, Glen
Johnson, Edward
Johnson, George
Johnson, John P.
Johnson, Matthew
Kingsley, Volney-Frass Pvt.-Army
LaMere, Charles
LaMere, John
Littlebear, Dave-Army
Londrosh, Alva (Big)
Londrosh, Alvin
Lowry, Lyman-Army
Louis, Buchanan
Mallory, Thomas
Mallory, Tom
McClusky, David
McKee, Bryon
McKee, Howard
Merrick, Dan
Nash, George-Army
Neibuhr, Lawrence
Noble, James
Priest, Henry
Priest, Norbert
Ricehill, William
Roenfeidt, Harold
Russell, Jake
Seymour, Louis
Sharpback, Peter
Simpson, Oliver
Sine, Charles
Snow, Christopher, Sr.-Army
Snowball, Charles
St. Cyr, Leo
St. Cyr, Louis
Twin, Joseph
Waggoner, Perry LeRoy
Walker, Arthur
West, Arthur
White, Felix, Sr.
Whitesnake, George-Army
Whitewater, Leonard
Whittied, William
Wolfe, George
Yellowbank, James
World War II
Armell, Arthur-Army
Armell, Kenneth
Armell, Cpl, Kenneth, Sr.
Armell, Lawrence
Armell, Ralph (Buddy)
Armell, Raymond, Jr.
Baker, Frank
Baker, Josephus
Baker, Wesley
Big Bear, Louis
Big Bear, Sam
Blakeslee, Frank E.-Navy
Blakeslee, George H. MM-Navy
Caramony, Isaac-Army
Chamberlain, Alvin L.
Chamberlain, Donald (Toby)-Navy
Chief, Walter
Clay, Levi
Clay, Reuben
Crosby, John
Davis, William, Jr.
DeCora, Abel, Sr.-Army
DeCora, Benjamin, Sr.
DeCora, David-Air Force
DeCora, Elliot-Air Force
DeCora, Eugene
DeCora, John B.-Army
DeCora, Levi
Earth, Charles A.-Army
Earth, Charles O.-Army
Earth, Spencer-Army
Earth, Warner-Army
Field, Joseph-Army
Frenchman, Richard L., Sr.-Army/AF
Funmaker, Adam M.
Greencrow, Harvey-Army
Grayhair, Pete
Greyhair, Theodore
Grizzleybear, Garland
Hall, Reuben-Army
Harden, Elwood-Army
Harden, Lucius
Harden, Wilbur
Harden, William
Harris, Art
Harrison, Thomas
Hayes, Louis
Henry, Elias
Henry, Joe
Hetrick, Jess
Hidalgo, Robert A. GM/2-Navy
Horn, Ben, Jr.-Air Force
Hunter, William, Sr.
Johnson, Ben
Kellar, Willis MM.-Navy
Kelsey, Alvin
Kelsey, Charles
Kelsey, Raliegh-Army
Kelsey, Rawland
Kennedy, Eugene
Krause, Albert
Lakehouse, Walter, Sr.
LaMere, Cornelius
LaMere, George Curtis
LaMere, John
LaMere, Moses
LaMere, Peter, Sr.
LaMere, Wilson
LaVerdure, George A. CPO-Navy
Lemmon, Fred R.
Lemmon, Hillard G.
Lemmon, Rue T.
Littlewalker, Alfred-Army
Littlewalker, Steven-Air Force
Logan, Ed
Logan, Elmer F.-Navy
Lowry, Benjamin C.-Navy
Lowry, Martin
Mallory, Dudley
Mallory, Robert-Coast Guard
McKee, Harold
McKee, Vernie
Nash, Donald P.-Army
Nash, Glendale P.-Navy
Nash, James A.-Army
Nash, Maurice J.-Navy
Nash, Robert F. Sgt-Army
Painter, John Jr.-Army
Payer, Edward, Sr.
Payer, Louis Sgt.-Army
Payer, Stacy, Jr.
Pelky, Edmore
Rave, Henry T.
Rave, John
Rave, Moses
Redhorn, John, Jr.-Army
Ricehill, Henry-Army
Sine, Carson A. Sgt.-Navy/Korean War-Army
Smith, Gustave-Army
Smith, Waukon
Snake, George
Snow, Christopher, Sr.
Snow, Louis, Sr.
Snowball, Edward
St. Cyr, Louis
Sun, George, Sr.
Tebo, Sam, Sr.-Army
Thomas, Howard-Navy
Thomas, Lawrence Jr.
Thomas, Peter
Thomas, William-Army
Thompson, Lloyd R.
Twin, Francis
Van Cleave, Milton
Watson, George, Jr. Gen-Air Force
Watson, Oscar John CPO-Navy
Waggoner, Chesleigh L.-Army
Waggoner, Frank C.
Waggoner, Perry F. O.-Navy
Waggoner, Raymond A.
White, Noah C.-Navy
Whitebear, Mose
Whitebeaver, Charles
Whiteeagle, Mose
Whitesnake, Michael-Army
Wolf, James
Wolfe, Wilbur J.
Yellowcloud, Ted-Army
Korean War
Armell, Peter B.
Bear, Leonard
Bear, Raymond-Army
Bear, William
Clay, Christopher
Cleveland, Leroy, Sr.-Army
DeCora, Dwayne-Army
DeCora, Kenneth (Kix)-Marine
Eagle, Daniel P., Jr.-Army
Fourcloud, Robert-Army
Funmaker, Nathanial-Army
Harden, Thomas F.-Army
LaPointe, Peter J.-Army
Lieb, Leroy
Lowry, Norman-Army
McKee, Joseph
Nash, John A.-Navy
Payer, Louis, S/Sgt.-Army
Payer, Stacy-Navy
Payer, William-Navy
Picotte, Bernard
Rave, Clifford
Rave, Donald-Marines
Rave, Dwight M.-Army
Rave, Elmer
Red Cloud, Mitchell-Marines
Redhorn, Ira
Rice, John R.-Army
Rice, James N.-Air Force
Rogue, Charles, Jr.
Smith, Joseph
Smith, LaFlesch J., Sr.-Army
Snake, Sterling
Snow, Chris, Jr.-Air Force
Snowball, Harry C.-Air Force
St. Cyr, David
St. Cyr, Leo, Sr.-Air Force
St. Cyr, Richard R.-Air Force
St. Cyr, Vincent W. Sgt.-Marines
Sun, George, Jr.
Tebo, Marvin TSGT-Air Force/Vietnam
Tebo, Ona L.-Army
Thomas, Alonzo J.-Army
Thomas, George, Jr.
Thundercloud, Andrew Jr-Army
Twin, Raymond-Army
Walker, Emmett, Sr.-Air Force
Walker, Thomas, Jr.-Navy
White Eagle, Edward-Army
Whitebear, Walter-Army
Whitebeaver, Wilbur-Coast Guard
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VETERANS LIST
Whitewater, Edward-Army
Vietnam War
Baker, Karl-Navy
Bass, Taylor J. SP4-Army
Bird, Francis, Jr.-Army
Bird, Marvin, Sr.
Blackwell, Steven Edward-Army
Bruce, Richard R. SP4-Army
Bumann, Charles (Chuck)
Cleveland, Matthew, Sr.-Army
Crosby, Emmett
DeCora, Levi-Marines
DeCora, Paul, Jr.-Marines
DeCora, Randy-Air Force
DeCora, Richard T.-Army
DeCora, Russell, Jr.-Army
Dick, Norbert-Navy
Earth, Gerben D.-Army
Easu, Daniel A.-Army
Ebel, Jimmy-Army
Ely, Wyatt Richard-Navy
Free, Virgil-Army
Garcia, Frank-Marines
Garcia, Sam-Army
Gomez, Calvin
Goodteacher, Lonnie
Greencrow, Leroy
Hensley, Henry-Navy
Houghton, Louis, Jr.-Army
Huffman, Ted
Humphrey, Bob
Kelsey, Alvin-Army
Koudsen, Starling B. Jr.-SP5-Army
LaMere, Anthony J.
LaMere, Daryl
LaMere, David-Navy
LaMere, John F.
LaMere, Leverne H.-Army
LaRose, Richard
Littlewalker, Leroy-Marines
Logan, David
Logan, Edward-Army
Lonewolf, Charles-Navy
Mallory, Arnold-Marine
Mallory, Grover
McCauley, Donald, Jr.-Army
McKee, Norman C. PFC-Army
Morris, Martin
Old Coyote, Kenneth
Olsen, Kendall-Air Force
Painter, Ronald-Army
Payer, Lawrence-Navy
Payer, Roger
Rave, Charles
Rave, Dallas
Rave, Dwayne-Marine
Redhorn, Ivan-Marine
Reynolds, Arthur
Reynolds, Clarence
Ross, Brad-Air Force
Russell, David P.-Army
Smith, Emery Jr.-Army
Smith, Michael
Smith, Robert K.-Marine
Snake, Reuben A., Jr.-Army
Snow, Louis, Jr.
St. Cyr, Michael L.-Army
Sullivan, Spencer
Tebo, Frank
Tebo, Marvin TSGT-Air Force
Tebo, Richard
Thomas, Joseph A.-Army
Thomas, Larry
Thomas, Leroy
Thomas, Ray A. PA/3c-Navy
Thomas, Rick
Thomas, Ron
Thunder Cloud, Andrew-Army
Van Berkum, Mark
Waggoner, Duane LeRoy
Walker, Alan B.-Marine
Walker, Benjamin-Army
Walker, Michael R.-Marine
Walker, Michael T.
Walker, Terrance W.-Air Force
West, Edward-Marine
White, Frank-Air Force
Whitewater, Donald
Wood, Larry
Yellowcloud, Alvis
Winnebago Veterans
Adame, Mark SSGT-Air Force
Alan, Garner-Army
Alaniz, Ira-Navy
Alaniz, Raymond-Army
Aldrich, Charles (Chuck)-Army
Aldrich, Mark-Army
Aldrich, Scott-Army
Aldrich, Sky-Army
Angerman, Kenneth-Army
Armell, Arika-Marine
Armell, Robert P.-Army
Armell, Lavern-Marines
Armell, Louis
Armell, Oliver
Armell, Prosper
Armell, Robert-Army
Ausborn, Darrell L.-Army
Bassette, Anthony, Jr.-Air Force
Bayer, Leonard
Bear, Leonard-Marine
Bear, Charles-US Air Force
Bear, Howard-US Air Force
Bearskin, Reuben
Beaver, Dennis
Belille, George A., Jr.-Navy
Belille, George A., Sr.
Big Bear, John
Big Bear, Joseph-Army
Big Bear, Lawrence
Big Fire, Harold, Sr.
Big Fire, Henry-Navy
Big Fire, Wakajamainga-Army
Bird, James
Bird, Jerome
Blackdeer, Xavier-Marines
Blackhawk, Bryan J.-Marines
Blackhawk, Eugene-Army
Blackhawk, Harvey
Blackhawk, John W.-Marines
Bridge, Benjamin L. PFC
Bridge, Alan T. Spc
Brown, Adam
Brown, Arnold-Army
Brown, Edwin
Brown, Herman Sr.
Brown, Herman Jr.
Brown, Ralph
Brownrigg, Richard-Navy
Buchanan, Amos
Buchanan, Bill
Buchanan, Donald
Buchanan, Lawrence
Buchanan, Thomas
Buckmann, Bill
Cassman, Arthur
Cassman, Francis
Cassman, Thomas
Chief, John D., Jr.
Clay, Thomas
Cleveland, Adley
Cleveland, Albert
Cleveland, Craig, Sr.-Army
Cleveland, Harold, Sr.-Marine
Cleveland, Leroy, Jr.-Army
Cleveland, Virgil
Coco, Gabriel J.-Army
Colton, Milo L.-Air Force
Cotter, Lawrence W.-Army
Crosby, Jonah
Crosby, Kenneth
Cutler, Larry
Daker, Frank
Davis, Frank
DeCora, Charles C.-Marine
DeCora, Conrad
DeCora, Jim
DeCora, Keith-Marine
DeCora, Kelton
DeCora, Matthew-Marine
DeCora, Richard
DeCora, Robert-Air Force
DeCora, Russell, Sr.
DeCora, Thos
DeCora, Ward
DeCora, Wilbur
Earth, Jonathan-Army
Earth, Oscar
Ebert, Kevin-Army
Enry, Elias
Fraizer, Seaboy
Free, Carl
Free, Jesse
Free, Norman-Army
Frenchman, Francis
Frenchman, Richard, Jr.
Gallagher, Dennis E.-Air Force
Grant, Jeffery D.-Army
Green, Anthony-Army
Green, Antoine
Green, Charles
Green, Daniel
Green, Edmore
Green, George
Green, Wesley, Sr.-Army
Greencrow, Steve
Greyhair, Charles
Greyhair, Pat
Harden, Bill
Harden, Elwood-Army
Harden, Fredrick
Harden, Henry
Harden, Regis-Navy
Harden, Ross
Harold, John
Harrison, Victor
Hensley, William
Hinman, Dave
Hook, Robert G.
Horn, David
Horn, Marvin, Sr.
Hornise, Keith J.-Air Force
Houghton, John
Howard, John C.
John, Harold
John, Russell
Johnson, Henry F.
Johnson, Merle-Air Force
Johnson, Phillip
Kearnes, David
Kearnes, Steven
Kelsey, Raleigh
Kennedy, Bruce-Navy
Lakehouse, Walter, Jr.
LaMere, Delford
LaMere, Frank
LaMere, John (Jack)-US Coast Guard
LaMere, Mose
LaMere, Pete, Jr.
LaMere, Vernie
Lewis, Frank
Lewis, Grant
Lewis, James G.-Navy
Lewis, Kenneth E.A.
Limon, Velven D.-Army
Likness, Virgil D.-Army
Lincoln, Dan, Sr.
Lincoln, Kenny
Lincoln, Richard
Littlewalker, Matthew
Littlewolf, John
Loera, Fernando (Jack)
Loera, Francisco-Army
Logan, Herman, Sr.
Lonewolf, Jeremiah
Lopez, Alfred-Army
Mallory, Charles
Maney, James
Maney, Pat
Masquat, Kenneth J. Cpl-Marine
Masquat, Francis
Masquat, Melvin
McCauley, Don, Sr.
McCauley, Don, Jr.
McGillis, Ben
McKee, Albert
McKee, Anson
McKee, Joe
McKee, Martin
McKee, Melvin
McKee, Mike
McKee, Morris
McKee, Nathaniel
McKee, Raymond
McQuire, Michael T. Cpl-Marine
McQuire, John A.-Air Force
Mickedite, Frank
Mickedite, Robert
Money, William P.
Morgan, Dwight-Army
Morgan, Lance-Army Reserves
Neff, Greg A., Sr.-Army
Neff, Greg A., Jr.-Army
Neff, James-Marine
One Horn, Ben
Old Coyote, Edwina-Air Force
Payer, Alex
Payer, Damon-Army
Payer, Hillard-Marine
Payer, Simon
Payer, Stacy, Sr.
Payer, William-Army
Pelkey, Dave
Pelkey, LeRoy F., Jr.-Army
Petite, Miskoo-Navy
Picotte, Cameron
Pilcher, Matthew
Pinnick, Gerald-Army
Ponce, David B.-Army
Pretendseagle, Daniel F.
Priest, Cleve
Priest, Walton
Prophet, Alex
Rainman, Homer
Raisewing, Ollie
Rambin, Robert L.-Navy
Rave, Alan
Rave, Lance D. Cpl-Marine
Rave, Eugene
Rave, Gayland
Rave, Gordon C.-Army
Rave, Les-Army
Rave, Mike
Rave, Morris
Rave, Duncan, Sr.
Rave, Willard
Rave, Wilmot, Sr.
Raymond, Charles, III
Raymond, Charles, Jr.
Raymond, George
Redhorn, Ihler
Redhorn, Ivan
Redhorn, Joe, Sr.
Rice, Charles Noble-Marine
Rice, Henry
Rice, John Babe-Marine
Rice, Louis-Army
Rice, Melvin-Army
Rice, Robert (Bobwire)-Marine
Ricehill, Charles
Ricehill, Daniel
Ricehill, Ervin
Ricehill, Herbert, Sr.-Air Force
Ricehill, Leon
Russell, Abernezer
Russell, David
Saul, Ronnie-USMC
Scott, Timothy S.
Sheppard, Samuel
Sine, Morris
Smith, Emery
Smith, George W.-Army
Smith, John
Smith, Michael P.-Army
Smith, Robert K.-Marine
Snake, Anthowine-Marine
Snake, Darren-Army
Snake, Elijah-Army
Snake, John
Snake, Walter
Snow, Christopher, Jr.
Snow, Don
Snow, Joe
Snow, Peter Martin-Navy
Snowball, Clifford
Snowball, John
Snowball, Thurman
Sollmer, Richard, Jr.-Army
St, Cyr, Carey-Navy
St. Cyr, Edward
St. Cyr, Leo
St. Cyr, Levi
St. Cyr, Mitchell
St. Cyr, Theodore
Sun, Clarence
Sun, James, Sr.
Tasso, Elliot
Tebo, Louis, Jr.
Tebo, Sam, Jr.
Thomas, Michael O.
Thomas, Ray A.
Trujillo, Danny L.-Army
Turner, Charles K.-Army
Twin, Jacob
Twin, Jake
Twin, Jasper
Twin, Melvin
Twin, Raymond
Twin, Soloman
Twin, Walter
Walker, Garrett-Army
Walker, Llewellyn (Thunder)-Army
Walker, Thomas, Jr.-Navy
Ware, Kent Sr.-Marine
White Eagle, Orville
White Eagle, Moses
White Snake, Orville
White, Bob
White, Eugene
White, Felix, Jr.
White, Frank-Air Force
White, Joe
White, Justin
White, Kenneth-Army
Whitebear-Walther
Whitebeaver, Charles
Whitebeaver, Reuben
Whitebeaver, Wilbur
Whitewater, Luther-Army
Whitewood, Joe
Whitner, Mark-Marine
Wilcox, John
Williams, Norvel
Wolf, Benny
Wolf, John
Wolf, Reuben
Wolf, Richard Joe
Wolfe, Dan-USMC Cpl
Zach, Leonard Sr.-Army
Zach, Leonard, Jr.
Operation Desert Shield
Alaniz, Ira L. AMH2-Navy
Beltran, Mayan Spc-Army
Bridge, Durand T.-Army
Rave, Andrew S. Cpl-Marine
Sharpback, Scott A.
Van Berkum, John, Jr.-Navy
Gulf War
Cleveland, Harold, Jr. LCpl-Marine
Cleveland, Melodie PFC-Army
Hinman, Louis A., Jr. E4-Marine
Payer, Damon PFC-Army
Petite, Miskoo B.-Navy
Tebo, Randy LCpl-Marine
Tipton, Sherman D. Sgt-Air Force
Thomas, Jefferey FN-Navy
Walker, Emmett Jr. LCpl-Marine
Current Active Duty
Campbell, Turner-Navy
Doenhoefer, Britiny-Army NG
Duong, Darlyn-Marine
Hulit, Michael-Army
Kennedy, Juson
Redhorn, Trinitie-Navy
Ross, Trisha-Air NG
Snowball, Laura-Marine
Suniga, Mario, Jr.-USMC
Ross Vanloon, Kristin-Air Guard
Vargas, Elijah-Army
Big Fire, Acacia-Navy
Iraq/Afghanistan Era
Armell, Aric “Dusty”-USMC/Army
Bird Necklace, Jesse
Cook, Leanna
Doenhoefer, Britiny-Army NG
Doenhoefer, Skyler-Army
Doxey, Jared-Army NG
Drapeau-Snow, Andrea “Bea”-Marine
Frazier, Chucky
Free, Tremayne-Army
McKenna, Daryl Sgt.-Army
Jacobs, Jay SSgt-Air Force
Johnson, Jason H.
Kearnes, Jason-Army
Lance, John
Mark, Adam E.
Mazur, Steven J. PFC-Army
Payer, Sandy
Quagon, Elijah-USMC/Army
Reynolds Painter, Raquel 1Sgt-Marine
Smith, Vernon L.-Army Reserves
St. Cyr, Charles C. “C-Boy”-Army NG
Thomas, Simon
Webster, Shelby
Winneshiek, Damon
Whittenbrook, Korena Ashley-Marine
Women Veterans
US Army:
Bassette, Caroline
Big Fire, Linae
Boyer, Shirley J.
DeCora, Debra A.
Fiscus, Caroline
Fiscus, November
Fourcloud, Lori
Hanson, Renee
Harden Owens, Edith
Hatchet Mullin, Alice Jane
Kelsey Alsberg, Geraldine
Kelsey Sollner, Wanda
Limon, Velven
Lowry Littlewolf, Regina
Miera, Ruby
Myers, Mary Ruth
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VETERANS LIST
Payer, Iris
Renfer, Mary M.
Smith Brown, Regina
Smith, Cheryl D.
Smith, Teresa M.
Snow Johnson, Gina
St. Cyr, Jerilee-Army Reserves
Thomas Alaniz, Velma
Warrior, Kellie
Webster, Shelby
US Air Force
DeCora Barta, Reva
DeCora, Amber A.
Deluca, Amber
Maney Neff, Juanita
Skrabacz, Kimberly
Free, Dorothy T.
Hidalgo Ulmer, Norma J.
LaMere, Emma
Wright, Shannon
Littlethunder Big Fire, Linae
Ross Vanloon, Kristin
US Marine Corps
Buchanan, Sharon
Earth Hinzo, Merci
Guevara, Leanna
McGuire, Dorothy W.
Whitehead O’Rourke, Barbara
WCHS’s Twelve Clans Unity Hospital Officially
Recognized as Nebraska Trauma Level IV Center
Designation ensures improved patient safety, faster transfers,
and stronger community trust.
US Navy
Johnson, Beth
Lowry Johnson, Genevieve
Rice, Fontaine
Bass, Brooke
Lonewolf, Abigail
Tubbs, Komiko D.
Guenther, Beth
US Coast Guard
Tebo, Kathy
Belille, Bernadette
WCHS Nurse Honored with Prestigious Caring Kind Award
By: Erin McElroy Flores, Communications Manager
Winnebago, NE – Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System (WCHS) is proud to
announce that Amanda Walton, BSN, RN, a
registered nurse in the Primary Care Clinic, has
been named a recipient of the 2025 Nebraska
Hospital Association (NHA) Caring Kind
Award — one of the state’s highest honors for
health care professionals who exemplify outstanding service, compassion, and commitment
to patient care.
Amanda has served at WCHS for five years,
where she has become known not only for
her clinical excellence but also for her deep
compassion and ability to connect with patients
on a personal level. Whether she’s caring for
a longtime patient or mentoring a new nurse,
Amanda approaches each interaction with empathy, professionalism, and a calming presence
that uplifts everyone around her.
Sara McIntosh, Nurse Practitioner and Chief
Nursing Officer at WCHS, who nominated
Amanda for the award, shared:
“Amanda Walton exemplifies the true spirit
of nursing through her unwavering compassion, professionalism, and dedication to her
patients and colleagues. She consistently goes
above and beyond to ensure that every patient
feels seen, heard, and cared for—not just medically, but emotionally and spiritually.”
Amanda also plays a vital role in mentoring
new nurses and medical assistants, fostering a
culture of empathy, collaboration, and excellence throughout the clinic. Her calm demeanor and positive attitude have a lasting impact,
creating a supportive environment where both
patients and team members thrive.
About the Caring Kind Award
For 46 years, the Nebraska Hospital Association has recognized exceptional health
care employees with the Caring Kind Award,
honoring those who demonstrate extraordinary dedication, service, and compassion in
their work. Each member hospital or health
system in Nebraska is invited to nominate one
employee annually. Since its inception, nearly
3,000 individuals have received this prestigious recognition.
Please join WCHS in congratulating Amanda Walton on this well-deserved honor. Her
commitment to caring for others truly embodies the heart of health care.
By: Erin McElroy Flores, Communications Manager
Winnebago, NE – Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System (WCHS)
is proud to announce that its Emergency
Room has successfully obtained Nebraska
Basic Trauma (Level IV) Center designation
from the Nebraska Department of Health
and Human Services (DHHS), pending
receipt of the final letter within the next 30
days. WCHS earned this achievement with
zero deficiencies, a rare accomplishment
that highlights the exceptional skill, dedication, and commitment of its healthcare
team.
The journey to trauma designation has
been over six years in the making, requiring
extensive training, rigorous preparation,
and the collective effort of staff across
multiple departments. Prior to this achievement, WCHS operated as a non-designated
hospital, providing emergency care without
the state’s formal recognition as a trauma
center. Now, with Level IV designation,
WCHS is officially listed among Nebraska’s
designated trauma hospitals.
“This milestone reflects the unwavering
commitment of our providers, nurses, and
support staff to elevate emergency and
trauma care for our community,” said Sara
McIntosh, Chief Nursing Officer at WCHS.
“Earning this designation with zero deficiencies shows the strength of our team and
the trust our community can place in WCHS
during life’s most critical moments.”
What Trauma Level IV Designation
Means for the Community:
Improved quality and safety: Care is
delivered through standardized, guideline-based evaluation.
Faster, clearer transfer decisions: Patients
receive timely decisions for advanced care
if needed.
Community reassurance: Residents can
trust that their local emergency department
meets rigorous state standards.
Stronger partnerships: Formalized transfer agreements streamline coordination with
higher-level trauma centers.
The path to designation required WCHS
to:
Complete a comprehensive application to
Nebraska DHHS.
Provide documentation of resources,
trauma registry participation, and transfer
agreements.
Undergo an on-site review by state
officials.
Demonstrate readiness through internal
preparation, protocol development, staff
training, and data collection.
“This milestone represents a turning point
for our community,” said David Edwards,
Chief Executive Officer at WCHS. “For
our patients, this designation means higher
standards of safety, faster decisions in critical moments, and the reassurance that their
local hospital is equipped and recognized to
deliver trauma care that meets rigorous state
standards. It is a testament to the commitment and expertise of our entire team.”
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COMMUNITY
CTE PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
- Stephenie Shirley
PUBLIC NOTICE
OMAHA PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT (OPPD) NOTICE TO
PERFORM TRANSMISSION LINE MAINTENANCE ON
WINNEBAGO/OMAHA TRIBE ALLOTMENTS
NOVEMBER 2025 THROUGH APRIL 2026
Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is committed to maintaining the safe and reliable
operation of its electric transmission system. Federal, regional and electric industry
regulations and standards require continuous maintenance of high-voltage overhead
transmission lines. OPPD and/or its contractor(s) will be accessing transmission line
right-of-way to perform necessary maintenance work including various repairs, structure replacements, inspections and/or vegetation management. Inspections include
assessment of the condition of poles, wires, insulators and hardware.
As part of this work, OPPD and/or its contractor(s) will be accessing transmission line
right-of-way to perform necessary maintenance work including various repairs, structure replacements and inspections. Inspections include assessment of the condition of
poles, wires, insulators and hardware. This work allows OPPD to continue to provide
safe and reliable power.
Work is scheduled for November 2025 through April 2026.
Written by: Jordana R. Bass
Submitted by: CTE Project
WINNEBAGO, NE - The
Winnebago Career & Technical
Education Project (CTE Project)
is a grant-funded project that
supports efforts to Native American
participants (ages 18+) with a
modest income to fill high-demand
and/or lucrative income career
opportunities within the Winnebago
community.
Through this program it allows
participants that are interested in
trade schools that offer a variety
of fields of labor from education,
healthcare, industrial mechanics,
and careers in STEM (science,
technology, education, and
mathematics).
The CTE Project has been a part
of the community for over 3 years,
and tribal members interested in
utilizing the programs services
are offered assistance with tuition,
bi-weekly stipends, childcare
assistance, mileage reimbursement,
and class tools/book assistance.
Since that time, 30 tribal members
have successfully completed the
program. We aim to highlight those
success stories!
Stephenie Shirley (Diné Winslow, AZ) is a recent alumni
of the CTE Project, and graduated
with her Associates of Arts in Early
Childhood Education. Prior to her
educational journey, she spent time
traveling between Winnebago, NE
and her homelands in Arizona where
she found passion for taking care of
her young relatives.
Through conversations with
her loved ones, she was inspired
to begin taking classes in Early
Childhood Education at Little Priest
Tribal College (LPTC). Though
financially she was a bit reluctant
to begin her educational journey, it
became a bit more prevalent when
she began working at EducareWinnebago that it was time to enroll
in educational courses.
Shirley shared the moment she
decided to enroll in the CTE Project,
“I thought it was too good to be
true when I heard from one of my
classmates. She said they really
help you. With your books, class
tuition, they even helped me get a
calculator.” It was then she decided
to begin her application process
to the program after much support
from her fellow classmates.
As part of the enrollment process
all applicants must be over the age
of 18 and have obtained their High
School or GED certificate. They
must be living in Thurston, Dakota,
or Woodbury county and be enrolled
in any federally recognized tribe.
They should also be enrolled in one
of our six partner schools. It is also
open to tribal members.
Recollecting her educational
journey, she expressed “the
only hurdles I had was with my
homework. The CTE Project helped
prevent any financial hurdles when
it came to school. For one of my
classes I needed a calculator, so the
CTE project was able to get that
for me. Without a doubt, I didn’t
struggle because of their help.”
Her educational journey isn’t
stopping here; her plan is to
return to school for a teaching
degree and her goal is to teach
at the Winnebago Public School
or continue giving back to the
community through her work at
Educare. She expressed “I know
public schools are often short
staffed, so that would be my goal.
To give back to my community by
teaching.”
To anyone interested in learning
more about the CTE Project you can
contact Julie Paulsen or La Teasha
Bass at (844)-390-3020 or email
cteproject@winnebagotribe.com
Questions? Please contact our OPPD Real Property and Land Management hotline at
(531)226-3062 or email us at landmanagement@oppd.com.
HELP WANTED
Thurston County Clerk’s Office is accepting applications for a full-time
clerical position.
Preferred skills include MS office, data entry, basic computer and math
knowledge. Good communication and customer relation skills. Preference to Veterans.
Application and job description are available from the County Clerk’s
office.
Closing date: Until position is filled.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Winnebago Indian News • Page 11
HO-CHUNK INC. SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD WINNERS
Charli Earth, Wakjexiskawiga, was awarded $3,000 through
the Ho-Chunk, Inc. Scholarship for this academic year. An enrolled member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and a member of the Water Spirit Clan, she is a senior at the University of
Arizona, pursuing her bachelor’s in organizational leadership
and regional commerce. Charli hopes to inspire younger generations by showing that higher education is both attainable and
meaningful. She is dedicated to cultivating the next generation
of leaders, fostering environments where youth are recognized,
supported, and empowered to lead.
Elijah Bullie was awarded $3,500 through the Ho-Chunk, Inc.
Scholarship for this academic year. He is a descendant of the
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and is pursuing his Juris Doctor at the UCLA School of Law. Elijah aspires to drive impact
litigation to the highest courts, leveraging tribal sovereignty to
support sustainable tribal enterprises and carry forward his family’s legacy of advocacy. His work aims to create a patchwork
of strategies for systemic change that strengthen his community,
culture, and values.
Melaki George was awarded $3,000 through the Ho-Chunk,
Inc. Scholarship for this academic year. An enrolled member
of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and a member of the Bear
Clan, he is currently a sophomore at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln majoring in architecture. Melaki aspires to become a
licensed architect, and contribute to his community by designing
sustainable, high-quality homes that address the housing needs
of the Winnebago people and make a lasting, meaningful impact.
Sae Doxey, Ha Me Ha Mani Winga, was awarded $3,000
through the Ho-Chunk, Inc. Scholarship for this academic year.
An enrolled member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and
member of the Bear Clan. She is a junior at the University of Nebraska Lincoln studying graphic design with a minor in software
development. Through her education background, she aspires to
help elevate Tribal Nations by creating strong, intentional branding and visuals that tell their stories and authentically represent
their people.
Isaiah St. Cyr was awarded $1,500 through the Leisa Guerrero
Memorial Scholarship during his last semester. He graduated
in May 2025 from the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA)
in New Mexico, earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. He
is an enrolled member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska
and a member of the Bear Clan. He is currently pursuing a
business and entrepreneurship certification at IAIA. Isaiah is
the co-founder of NOTA, LLC., a student-led organization
established at the institution. He is passionate about youth development and hopes to use his education to create meaningful
content in the Ho-Chunk language and develop programming
that engages young people, strengthens community connections,
and helps preserve the Tribe’s culture and language.
Kiana Lewis was awarded $3,500 through the Ho-Chunk, Inc.
Scholarship for this academic year. An enrolled member of the
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and a member of the Bear Clan,
she is currently pursuing her master’s in strategic leadership &
communication with a minor in entrepreneurial & economic development at Peru State College. Kiana is dedicated to inspiring
the younger generations to break barriers, building bridges, and
ensuring youth voices are heard and valued. She aims to create
and streamline opportunities and programming that empower
youth and strengthen our future generations of leadership.
Congratulations to all our
Winnebago Student
Scholarship Award
Recipients!
Ricky Suarez was awarded $3,000 through the Ho-Chunk,
Inc. Scholarship for this academic year. An enrolled member
of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and a member of the Wolf
Clan, he is a senior at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln,
majoring in accounting. After graduation, Ricky aspires to obtain
his CPA license and use his expertise in accounting to give back
to his tribe, following in his mother’s footsteps. He also plans to
create free financial literacy programs for all ages, helping his
community manage money, invest, and build long-term generational wealth.
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