Seminoles Defeat Government Troops at Kissimmee Slough Shootout

Snake WarriorHonored With ParkPage 8Meet the FamilyServices StaffPages 9-10Basketball Star Plays inHomecoming GamePage 1750¢ www.seminoletribe.com Volume XXV • Number 2 February 6, 2004Rez Rally Draws FamiliesCommitted to FitnessSusan EtxebarriaMore than 700 participants turned out for the 4th Annual Rez Rally.Seminole Indians battle U.S. Army at the 6th Annual Kissimmee Slough Shootout reenactment.Seminoles Defeat Government Troopsat Kissimmee Slough ShootoutBy Nery MejicanoBIG CYPRESS — Under a rainyand cloudy sky, surrounded by cypress treesand swamps, and after a fast and furious battle,a band of Seminoles defeated a wellarmed company of the U.S. Army, alongwith some irregular volunteer troops.Under the smoke of loud cannonvollies and the smell of black powder, thecrowd watched as a skillful and brave troopof Seminoles fought to defend their land andNew Motocross Track for Younger Riders OpensBy Mark BeamerBIG CYPRESS — The Seminole Tribe Motocross has justopened a three-eights of a mile track specifically designed for beginningor younger Pee Wee motorcycleand Quad riders ages threethrough nine. The Seminole TribeMotocross is one of few ridingfacilities to have a course specificallyfor Pee Wee riders.The young riders and theirparents will enjoy having a challenging,yet safe, track all to themselves,complete with jumps, corners,sweeping corners, andstraights. Protective riding gear,including a helmet, goggles, boots(over the ankle), long sleeve shirt,and long pants are required.Additionally, the SeminoleTribe Motocross Park recommendsriders wear motorcycle-specific protectiveriding gear, including a chestprotector, knee guards, elbowguards, and helmets withBy Nery MejicanoBIG CYPRESS — On Wednesday Jan 14., Vivian Villarreal,the sixth rated woman billiards player in the world, was a guest speakerat Ahfachkee School inBig Cypress. Studentsfrom grades 5 –12 listenedwith interest toher success story.Villarrealplaced emphasis onmotivation, hard work,practice and hope inachieving success. Sheshared with the studentsthat everyone isgifted, but it takes workand practice to accomplishone’s goals andaspirations.She said shepractices between twoand four hours a daywhen she is not competing.Villarreal hasbeen playing pool sinceage eight, learningwhile helping hergrandmother, who ran asmall business withpool tables.defeated the invading army.This battle was part of the 6thAnnual Kissimmee Slough Shootout &Rendevous held at the Big CypressReservation on Jan. 30 – Feb. 1.The rain didnot dampen the spirit of the participants andvisitors and the crowd enjoyed the food,crafts and activities offered by this annualevent.The Seminole Tribe of Florida’sChairman Mitchell Cypress and theMark BeamerLearning to ride at an early age, youngsters are excited about thenew mini-track.Department of Transportation orSnell approval.Parents are asked to supervisetheir riders at all times. The cost for rider's age six and up is $20and riders five and younger is only $10. Regular general admission fornon riders is $3.Riders of all ages andskill levels have been heading outto this incredible new riding facilityin order to ride what is themotorcycle community calls oneof the most state-of-the-artmotocross riding facilities ever."We want everyone to beable to enjoy themselves and leavehere with a big smile on theirfaces, so we are building differenttracks to suit each and everyneed,” said Jack Gorton, TrackDirector. “We had 150 riders herelast Sunday and we haven't evenbegun to promote this yet.”The Seminole TribeMotocross is currently open forpractice on every Saturday andSunday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., andevery Thursday, 12:00 p.m. untildark.For more information,please call (863) 983-1908.Vivian Villarreal Speaks to Ahfachkee StudentsProfessional billards player Vivian Villarreal and Principal Lee Zepeda.Nery MejicanoPresident Moses Osceola, welcomed the visitorsto this historic re-creation. BillieCypress, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum ExecutiveDirector narrated the action at the battle site.Brian Zepeda, who organized and plannedthis event, also participated in this colorfulre-creation.According to Cypress, this battle isbased not on one particular fight betweenSee SHOOTOUT, page 20For the last 13 years, Villarreal has always ranked within thetop 10 players in the world. For some time she ranked first, and sheexpects to get there again one.Villarrealbelieves that anyonecan accomplish theirdreams, and that beliefin one’s self and directedeffort can lead tosuccess. She alsoexpressed her gratitudeto the Seminole Tribeof Florida for believingin her, and for theirsupport as a sponsor.Some of the tournamentgames are broadcastedon ESPN, and she saysshe is proud to representthe Seminole Tribe.Villarreal willbe part of the firstWomen’s ProfessionalBilliards Associationbeing held at the newSeminole Hotel andCasino in Sept. of thisyear and encouragedNery Mejicanothe students to participatein sports.By Susan EtxebarriaBRIGHTON — Sharing in the excitement of the intense, yetfriendly, competition at the Fourth Annual Reservation Rally, a walkingand running race to promote diabetes awareness.One tribal elder’s motivation to participate was not the prizemoney or a free pair of Nike® shoes for her completion of the course.Brighton resident Agnes Jumper maneuvered her wheelchair along the 3.1mile course with one purpose in mind.“I do this for diabetes,” she said after being the first to cross thefinish line in the wheelchair category. “I lost a leg about 10 years ago andI hope more young people get more education. I hope they learn aboutdiabetes.”See RALLY, page 14Flairs Squad Takes HomeFirst Place in CompetitionBy Alexandra FrankCOOPER CITY,FL — Cindi Adair, a youngtribal citizen from theHollywood Reservation,competed in the Jr. OrangeBowl 2004 gymnastics event.Cindy, along with otherteammates representingFlairs, placed first. She competedin four events, showingstrength, dexterity, and balance.Flairs were squad Aand they performed on thevault, uneven bars, balancebeam, and floor. They are aLevel 3 Junior, and they reallyknow how to performtheir exercises without hesitationor any signs of shyness.Adair is very strongin the beam, vault and floorexercises and conveys what ahard worker she is by completingevery move with atouch of flair. The awardsSee FLAIRS, page 2Alexandra FrankCindi Adair shows off her AchievementAwards.Joe DiMaggio Children’sHospital Receives SunRun DonationsNary MejicanoChecks totalling $513,275 were presented to Joe DiMaggio Children’sHospital and the South Florida Harley Owners Group.By Nery MejicanoHOLLYWOOD — On Sunday, Jan. 11, the James Jr. Fund atJoe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital received a check for $481,000 dollarsfrom the donations collected at the 16th Annual Christmas Toys in the SunRun, a motorcycle ride to raise money for children.In addition, a check for $32,275 dollars was donated by the SouthFlorida Harley Owners Group members, bringing the total to more than$500,000 dollars. The Seminole Tribe was one of the sponsors of thisevent and received a plaque in recognition of its contribution to this nobleclause.Hollywood Representative Max Osceola Jr. was not able to attendthe event, but Nery Mejicano accepted the plaque on behalf of the tribe.The crowd cheered as Bob Armchir presented the checks to the hospital.The Christmas Toys in the Sun Run is the largest event of its kindin the world attracting more than 35,000 riders annually.

The Seminole Tribune 2 February 6, 2004 FlairsContinued from page 1The following deadlines apply toall submissions for inclusioninto the Tribune:Issue: February 27, 2004Deadline: February 13, 2004•Issue: March 19, 2004Deadline: March 5, 2004•Issue: April 9, 2004Deadline: March 26, 2004•Issue: April 30, 2004Deadline: April 16, 2004•Issue: May 21, 2004Deadline: May 7, 2004Advertising:Advertising Rates along with sizesand other information may be downloadedfrom the internet at:www.seminoletribe.com/tribuneNamePostmaster:Send Address Changes toThe Seminole Tribune6300 Stirling Rd.Hollywood, FL 33024.Editor-in-Chief:Virginia MitchellEditor:Michael KellyAssistant Editor:Shelley MarmorDesigners:Stephen Galla, Melissa ShermanReporters:Adelsa WilliamsArchivist:Ernie TigerContributors:Kenny Bayon, Elizabeth Blake,Lucy Evanicki, Alexandra FrankEmma Johns, Bob Kippenberger,Nery Mejicano, Randi Simmons,Gary PadgettThe Seminole Tribuneis a member of the Native AmericanJournalists Association, the Florida PressClub and the Associated Press. Letters/emailsto the Editor must be signed andmay be edited for publication.Subscription rate is $30 per year by mail.Make checks payable to The SeminoleTribune, 6300 Stirling Rd., Hollywood,FL 33024. Phone: (954) 967-3416. Fax:(954) 967-3482.Or subscribe on the Internet atwww.seminoletribe.com© Seminole Tribe of FloridaAttention Tribal CitizensAll Registered Tribal Citizens who live out of state are eligibleto receive a free subscription of The Seminole Tribune.Please fill out the information below and mail to:The Seminole Tribune6300 Stirling Road, Room 225 - Hollywood, FL 33024Tribal Roll NumberAddressCity State ZipPhoneE-mailAdditional InfoNumpagalaale laknalon • Flowers are yellowThe Seminole TribunePlease note: Late submissions will beposted in the following issue.As soon as we receive this information, your subscription willbe mailed to you. Thank you very much.Virginia MitchellReverend Jack Henry MotlowFrom the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of Reverend JackHenry Motlow, Trail Indian Independent Baptist Church of Collier CountyFor God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoeverbelieveth in himshould not perish, buthave everlasting life.John 3:16We would liketo take this opportunityto thank all individualsand parties involved inhelping and praying forour father, grandfatherand great-grandfatheralong the path of his lifeon this earth. He was aman of conviction toGod first, and everythingelse came after.Those whocontinued to pray andassist the family afterJack’s passing and journeyto heaven are oweda great deal of gratitude.The Church, the service,words spoken, spiritualnourishment and steadfastnessto God were atrue depiction of whathe stood for and wouldhave expected.Our thanks andprayers go out to allfamily, friends, lovedones and Tribal Officialsfor all the supportafforded to the family.Seminole Tribune archive photoReverend Henry Jack MotlowMay God Bless You,The Motlow Familyceremony was held soon after the routineswere completed showed well-disciplinedyoung ladies as they awaited the resultsof first, second, third, and fourth place.Each team member out of thefour squads was given a personal medaland gift bag for competing in the competition.It was finally time to announce thewinners and everyone in the room tensedup with anticipation.The first three places announcedwere meet with enthused applause, butwhen it came to announcing first place,the room erupted in noise that signifiedthat Flairs and Cats of Jupiter were thefavorites of the competition.Adair plans on competing infuture events throughout the year andhopefully for as long as she wants in thecoming years. Right now, this petite 11-year-old Seminole citizen is settingrecords and reaping the rewards of herhard work and talent.By Shelley MarmorCOOPER CITY, FL — OnSaturday Jan. 17, six Seminole girls participatedin the Level 2 portion of the Jr.Orange Bowl 2004, a gymnastics competitionheld at Park Avenue Gymnastics inCooper City, Fla. They competed in fourevents: Vault, uneven bars, balance beam,and floor, which are the typical events ofany compulsory gymnastics competition.Competitors included: Leah Cox,Raevin Frank, Anissa Osceola, andKatelyn Young, from the Level 2Children’s group, for competitors ageseight and younger. Anahna Sirota, andTianna Young from the Level 2 Juniorsgroup, ages eight and older.The Flairs B squad placed fourthoverall at the competition. The A squadplaced second with a score of 109.5, only1.925 points behind the winners from theOn Your Toes Gymnastics & DanceLetters & E-mailGreetings to You!My name is Sue Marie Stevens, aretired teacher out here in Phoenix, AZand a member of the San Carlos ApacheTribe in Arizona.I am very much interested in purchasinga long lady's skirt – coming downto about ankle level in the beautifulSeminole style. I tried to get into yourMarketplace, but I decided to send an e-mail letter to you with my inquiry.I have never been to Florida, butwhen I do get there, I plan to visit yourarea, meet Seminole people and just seethe wonderful sites!I would appreciate any assistancethat you can send me as to how to sendfor one or two of your beautiful skirts –we don't see any out here at all! If youhave any catalogs with Seminole items forsale, I would love a copy.Thank you so very much for anyhelp you can give me!Sincerely,Sue Marie Stevenssudie@fastq.comPhoenix, AZ 85016Hello Sue,Thank you for your interest inan authentic Seminole patchwork skirt.All of our skirts are made to order. If youare not comfortable ordering online, Iwould be happy to help you over thephone.Please visit us when you are inFlorida. Call ahead of time to make yourreservation at Billie Swamp Safari, orthe Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. I’m sureit will be worth the trip.Melissa ShermanCommunications DepartmentTo Whom It May Concern,Albert Wesley Brewer and I,Matthew Bruce Aschliman, wish to honoryou with our respect. We, being citizensof the U.S., wish to give your tribe theutmost respect and honor. Both Albert andI are middle-age white men, althoughAlbert has Native American ancestry.I was just made aware of yourhistory against the U.S. insofar as yourfight to maintain your tribe’s existence. AsI understand, your tribe did not ever surrenderto the U.S., or sign any treaty tomake peace with your aggressors.The strength your forefathersexhibited, and as I know you still do, istrue to the foundations of what I haveconsidered the epitome of life in the U.S.,your tribe did not surrender. Your tribedid, and has not succumbed to the pressuresof another government that haswrongfully oppressed your people. Forthis, we respect and honor you.I have given my heart to awoman of the Hupa Tribe of NorthernCalifornia. Through her struggles, I haveappreciated the plight of her ancestors.And though this appreciation of her heritage,I have also gained much respect forthe tribes that were living in harmonybefore others arrived. We admire yourtribe’s courage and perseverance.While serving the U.S. in theNavy aboard the USS Belleau-WoodLHA-3 in 1993, Albert met one of themembers of your tribe.He was deeply impressed withyour tribe’s history. Albert, although of ahigher rank, gave this individual a formalsalute multiple times, to the amazement ofhis fellow officers. We wish to impressupon your tribe that we are grateful thatyour culture lives on. Both of us wish toimpress upon you our great respect andadmiration.Albert Wesley Brewer andMatthew Bruce AschlimanCindi Adair (second from right) celebrates a team victory.Youngsters Flip Their Way To VictoryCenter in Miami, FL.Raevin Frank received a nine outof 10 or better on three of the four events.She scored the highest out all the girls ofher entire group with 36.15 out of 40points overall. Each other girl scored an8.5 or better on two out of four events.Anahna Sirota scored the highest of allthe girls on a single event with a 9.15 onthe balance beam.Following their competition, oneof their coaches Randy Walters, said thegirls “had a strong, strong competition.”All the girls have trained atFlairs Gymnastics in Davie, FL withcoaches Sibylle and Randy Walters, andLauren Petrick.“Most of them started gymnasticslast year,” said Randy Walters. “Theycontinuously train until competition.”When Walters says the girlstrained continuously, he was not kidding.6300 Stirling Rd. Hollywood. FL 33024 • tribune@semtribe.comDear Editor,Our nephew Carlo W. Baker, Jr.is missing and was last seen in Haines, FLin 2000. He is a member of theWinnebago Tribe in Nebraska. If youhave any information, please contactCarol Luna at (402) 878-3137. Theaddress is: PO Box 687, Winnebago, NE68071.Carol LunaWinnebago, NEDear Editor,I just returned home to Tennesseefrom vacationing in South Florida. Duringmy visit I went to the Big CypressSeminole Indian Reservation. I reallyenjoyed the museum and Billie SwampSafari. Both facilities had a wealth ofinformation.I hope to see the reservationexpand its tourism development on thereservation. A motel/hotel would be nicefor those who are not brave enough tosleep out at one of the chickees along theglades at Billie Swamps.A public citrus stand would begreat since I was in the market for somecitrus fruit to bring home with me. Iwould have rather supported the Seminolecommunity in my purchases of fruit. I amvery happy for the Seminole Tribe andwish the tribe all the best in their endeavorsand expansion.I hope to be able to come backsome day. It was a very pleasant fun experiencevisiting the reservation. I respectthe Seminole Tribe for its conquests andcontinuing conquests.JinaeDear Editor,I am a born and raised Floridian.My grandfather, Joseph W. Young, is thefounder of Hollywood, FL. I went toSouth Broward High and Miramar HighSchools. I am incarcerated at LowellCorrectional Institution, AnnexP.O.Box147, J4/4104L Lowell, and FL.32663.I am looking for Indians to writeto. I am very homesick. I know JimmyHank “The Tank” Osceola, also some ofthe Tommies, Billies, and Osceolas.Maybe they don’t remember me anymore,but I would like to write to people that areinterested in tribal stories, folklore, andthe Seminole Wars, also Christians andspiritual people.Please write, especially “TheTank.” I am also an artist and writer. Iwould like a subscription to SouthwestArt, Wildlife Art, and Western ArtMagazines. My father told me that greatgreat-grandfatherwas married to aBlackfoot or a coastal tribe member in theWashington – Seattle area, he was a whalingcaptain. I would like to research thisjust to know the truth. Also, I would like asubscription to The Seminole Tribune.I would like to offer art and articles.Also, I am looking for a subscriptionapplication to Southwest Art, Wildlife Art,and Western Cowboy art magazines so Ican get a one-year subscription to each. Itis so important to me. My friend Mrs.Doctor told me that those magazines werein your office waiting room. Please sendthem subscriptions.May God hold you in the palmof his hand,Pat Hale #0153942J4/4104LLowell Correctional InstitutionAnnexP.O. Box 147Lowell, FL. 32263Dear Editor,I have never been to your casino,The Level 2 girls train between three andfive days per week at two hour practices.Vault: 1. Raevin Frank, 9.125; 2.Anahna Sirota, 9.075; 3. Tianna Young,8.8; 4. Leah Cox, 8.775; 5. AnissaOsceola, 8.6; 6. Katelyn Young, 8.575.Uneven Bars: 1. Raevin Frank,9.225; 2. Leah Cox, 8.8; 3. AnissaOsceola and Katelyn Young, 8.5; 5.Anahna Young, 8.45; 6. Tianna Young,8.05.Balance Beam: 1. AnahnaSirota, 9.15; 2. Leah Cox, 9.05; 3. TiannaYoung, 8.75; 4. Raevin Frank, 8.65; 5.Katelyn Young, 8.0; 6. Anissa Osceola,7.6.Floor: 1. Raevin Frank, 9.15; 2.Leah Cox, 9.05; 3. Tianna Young, 8.85; 4.Anahna Sirota, 8.75; 5. Anissa Osceola,8.7; 6. Katelyn Young, 8.15.but plan on coming soon. Can you answermy questions on playing your slots? I ama novice and want to come prepared, ifneed be.Do your slots take tokens thatyou provide? Or do your slots take moneydirectly?If your slots take money directly,do you provide coin change, or should Icome with coin change?On that issue, does the majorityof your slots take only dollars or do theyalso taken quarters, and lesser coins?I don't mean to badger you withquestions, but I don't want to be disappointedwhen I arrive and find that I neededto bring the right change. I appreciateyour help.Sincerely,VivianPembroke PinesWe don't have slots but ratherTAD's. They look and play like slotmachines and have the same titles as inLas Vegas and New Jersey. The differenceis the winner is determined by theoutcome of a bingo game as displayed onthe screen along with the reels. No coinsare utilized; it's paper money in, paperticket out. Either play the ticket in anothermachine or cash the winning ticketsout at the cage or through a TAD attendant.Edward Jenkins - Director ofGaming/Compliance and RegulationsDear Editor,I am trying to locate the schedulefor Bingo at you Tampa facility. Couldyou please send me the web address to goto or a schedule?Thank youkpacoangel@aol.comUnfortunately no on line schedulesexist. If you could e-mail me a mailingaddress I will gladly have someonesend programs to you.John FontanaGeneral Manager, Tampa Hard RockHotel & CasinoCorrectionsAlexandra FrankJan. 16 Issue• Frank J. Billie was incorrectlyidentified as Henry John Billie in a photocaption. This photo accompanied thestory “Big Cypress Seniors CelebrateChristmas,” on page 12.• In the story titled “Big CypressSeniors Celebrate Christmas” on page 12,Chairman Mitchell Cypress was incorrectlyidentified as the sponsor of thisevent. President Moses Osceola sponsoredthis event.• In the story titled “TheSeminole Tribe of Florida’s First AnnualToy Drive” on page 1, boxer MichaelMoorer’s name was misspelled asMichael Moore.

The Seminole Tribune 3 February 6, 2004Baby Shower Held for EmployeeParty goers enjoy a delicious meal catered by Cleve Baker before the concert.By Paula CasselsHOLLYWOOD — On Jan. 17, StevenBowers celebrated his 55th birthday. Bowers, who isSeminole andCreek Indian,resides on one ofthe oldest sectionsof the HollywoodReservation.“As oftoday, I’m legallyconsidered a seniorcitizen,” Bowerssaid. “I am lookingforward to seniorlife and receivingsenior benefits.”His birthdaydinner andparty were heldunder the beautifuloak trees on theside of his home.After eating a buffetdinner cateredby Cleve Baker,Bowers receivedpresents from friends and relatives.In the back yard, Bowers’ good friendPaula CasselsSteven Bowers Celebrates Double NickelsPaula CasselsScott Youngblood, Steven Bowers, and Trish Otterbach.Chucky Osceola made him a 12-foot by 12-foot, 16-foot high cooking chickee for his birthday.“Steven and I have been good friends for along time, more thantwenty years,” Osceolasaid. “This is my birthdaypresent to him.”Later, Stevenposed for lots of groupphotos with family andfriends; candid shotswere also taken. When itgot dark, and Stevenannounced, “Let thegood times begin.”The SilverWings Band, a popularthree piece band thatplays at the local pubsand bars in SouthFlorida, provided theentertainment. Attendeesenjoyed joking, dancingand laughing with Stevenas everyone had a greattime.Bowers is lookingforward to enjoying the prime side of life – withfriends and family.Big Cypress Family Roller DanceBy Melissa ShermanHOLLYWOOD — The stork has onceagain circled around the Hollywood Tribal Offices.The notorious bird is ready to deliver another bundleof joy to Belinda Fernandez, BenefitsCoordinator in the Human Resource Department.On Thursday, Jan. 22, the Tribal Councilthrew a baby shower for the expecting mom.Hostesses Jennifer Keefe and Cecelia “Tina” Baileyorganized the event at the old Hotmeals building.Inside, Keefe and Bailey transformed theold building, garnishing it with balloons and confettiand “Welcome Baby Boy” signs. Keefe showedoff her many talents with party favor diapers shemade from paper towels and wax. Keefe alsostuffed the favors with M&M’s®; they were the hitof the party.More than 30 tribal citizens and employeesattended the celebration with gifts in hand, fromdiapers to diaper pails, blue bibs and blankets, evena stroller, purchased for her as a group gift.As the shower came to an end, Fernandezgracefully thanked everyone who attended, and alsothanked the Tribal Council for all of their generosity.Fernandez has worked for the tribe forthree years now. She is already a mom of two girls,12-year-old Gina and 9-year-old Sharlene, and veryexcited for her third child.Melissa ShermanBelinda Fernandez admires a hand crafted photoalbum from Anthony and Valerie Frank.PUBLIC NOTICETRIENNIAL REVIEW OF SEMINOLE TRIBE OF FLORIDA WATER QUALITY STAN-DARDS AT THESEMINOLE WATER COMMISSION MEETINGFebruary 17, 200410:00 a.m.Big Cypress Family Investment CenterWater Resource Management Department Conference RoomThe Water Resource Management Department has scheduled a public meeting for discussion of surfacewater quality criteria established to protect designated uses of those surface waters for theSeminole Tribe of Florida. Comment on proposed or existing criteria is desired. Oral and writtencomments will be accepted. For further information, please contact the WRMD at (954) 967-3402.Gift Certificate GiveawayPreferred-Ultimate Travel &Entertainment, a Miami, FL company thatsells vouchers for entertainment events, willbe selecting people at random from stories inThe Seminole Tribune and sending them $50gift certificates. These certificates can be usedfor most theatre, music, and sporting eventsheld in South Florida.The winners they selected from thelast issue of the paper are Mitchell Osceolaand O’Hara Marcellus Tommie.Congratulations to the winners, and rememberto check back in the next issue to see whothey selected.For more information aboutPreferred-Ultimate Travel & Entertainmentplease call them at (305) 445-6566, or visithttp://www.preferredultimate.com. Mitchell Osceola O’Hara Marcellus TommieWaiting patiently for his turn.Nery MejicanoBy Nery MejicanoBIG CYPRESS — On Saturday, Jan. 24, the BigCypress Recreation Department had a family roller dance atthe Herman Osceola Gymnasium. This was a first of amonthly series of “Cool Events for the Entire Family” sponsoredby the Recreation Department.The gym was transformed into a roller rink, togetherwith colored lights, music and a live DJ. In addition, there Let’s roll!Nery Mejicanowas face painting, contests and prizes for those attending andrefreshments and food. The kids and parents had a great timeand hope to continue to see more of these events.Programs such as these help provide healthy structured and supervised alternatives to families andtheir children closer to home. For example, the closest roller rink is 65 miles away from Big Cypress residents.Bringing activities to the Big Cypress Reservation is welcome and enjoyed by all. Thanks to Stan and his stafffor the terrific job.Participants from the Flute Retreat at Billie Swamp Safari in 2000.BIG CYPRESS — Come and join us atBillie Swamp Safari on the Big Cypress reservationand make your own flute under the expert instructionof Sonny Nevaquaya, master flutist.Andrew Begay will also teach wood burning,and how to carve designs on your flute. BebiLowe will return for beadwork classes as well.Seminole Tribune archive photo4th Annual Florida Flute RetreatComing Soon at Billie Swamp SafariThe Flute Retreat will take place Feb. 17 –20, however instruction runs from Feb. 18 – 20.Accommodations are available for people wanting tostay overnight at Billie Swamp Safari.For more information, please contactChristine at (954) 322-6196, or Mary J. Coppedge atthe Big Cypress Culture Department.

The Seminole Tribune 4 February 6, 2004Council Appoints Sayen, Tiger toTribal Secretary, Tribal TreasurerBy Shelley MarmorHOLYLWOOD — On Friday Jan. 16, theSeminole Tribe of Florida’s Tribal Council met for aregular meeting. All representatives and liaisons werepresent, with the exception of O.B. Osceola, NaplesLiaison.Ken Fields asked the Council to withdrawone of the items tabled from the Dec. 2003 meeting,and they accepted. All items on their agenda, includingfive items tabled from the Dec. 2003 meeting,passed unanimously.In addition, the Council announced theirJo JumperExcelling in school: Students received awards for character, honor roll, attendance, and most improved.First Indian Baptist Awards CeremonyBy Jo JumperBRIGHTON — On Feb. 12, First IndianBaptist had their awards ceremony. The followingawards were given out: Kiwanis Character Award,Nine-Week A Honor Roll,Semester All A’s, Nine Week A/BHonor Roll, Semester A/B HonorRoll, Attendance Award, and MostImproved. Congratulations to allstudents who received an award.Keep up the good work!Kiwanis – Dayne Johns,Amanda Madison, JenniferTommie, Lois Billie, AshtonBaxley, Kalgary Johns, ReeseBert, Dewell Johns, MarshallTommi, and Shanda Cypress.9 Week A Honor Roll –Kalgary Johns, Marilee Johns andKaley Riley.9 Week A/B Honor Roll– C.W. Ortiz, Taylor Johns,Ashton Baxley, Lois Billie,Nicholas Nix, Marshall Tommie,Jennifer Tommie, Robert “Bo”Parker and Trina Bowers.Attendance – JustinOsceola and Robert “Bo” Parker.Most Improved – DayneJohns, Justin Osceola and Missy Huff.Semester A Honor Roll – Kalgary Johns,By Shelley MarmorCORAL GABLES, FL — On Friday Jan.23, the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Higher EducationAdvisor Dora Bell, Ft. Pierce Education Advisor JaneStockton, four high school students, and parent EstherGopher toured the University of Miami (UM).UM Admission Counselor Nikki K. Chuntook the group all around the campus. According toBell, “they showed us all the facilities,” but the groupspent a lot of their time touring UM's better-knowndepartments, including the Business Department,International Studies Department, CommunicationsDepartment, and Medical Sciences Department.Bell says these departments provide individualizedinstruction because the classes have fewerstudents, which generally helps students learn better.After their tour, they ate lunch on campus. While eating,some current UM students approached Bell andappointments to two key positions, Tribal Secretaryand Tribal Treasurer. Former TribalSecretary/Treasurer Priscilla D. Sayen will now beTribal Secretary and Mike Tiger will be TribalTreasurer. These positions will be effective as of Feb.9.At the Sept. 29, 2003 Council meeting, themembers unanimously approved Resolution C-268-03, which split the Secretary/Treasurer position. Thisdual position was established in 1957, and accordingto the resolution, splitting it will increase efficiency.Board Discusses Mad Cow,Citrus at Recent MeetingBy Michael KellyHOLLYWOOD — On Jan. 20, theSeminole Tribe of Florida, Inc. held a Board meetingat the main Tribal Office auditorium, discussing thevarious programs and enterprises.Don Robertson, Natural Resources Directorfor the Agricultural/Cattle Company, reported thatdespite the fears of Mad Cow disease, the SeminoleTribe has not been affected.Polly Hayes, 4H Coordinator, plans on settingup sewing, cooking, and other programs with theCulture Department. Hayes asked Tribal leaders andcommunity members for their continued support.“Anything we can do to help,” repliedPresident Moses Osceola.Timmy Johns, Citrus Groves Manager, statedthat the market is tough right now.“Many lemons are imported from Argentina,Spain, and Chile and their prices are very low” saidJohns. “Our lemons are sold mostly along the easternBy Michael KellyHOLLYWOOD — The Seminole Tribe ofFlorida continues to embrace new technologies asboth Council and Board representatives can now utilizewireless laptop computers during their meetings.Among the benefits of using computers isthat each individual representative can follow themeeting's agenda on their own personal computer.“All paperwork for the meeting is scannedby Tribal Clerk Holly Tiger,” said Mario Silva,Technical Services Manager. “I use to scan it before,but this system is much more efficient. After all theinformation is scanned in, Holly brings me the CD-ROM which I then enter into the computer.”With the advent of wireless technology, thetribe can now hold meetings anywhere. But moreseaboard of the U.S., while 60% are sold right here inFlorida.”The sugarcane business continues to excelunder James Tommie, Sugarcane Manager. He is confidentabout this years’ harvest, and the operation as awhole.Buster Baxley, General Manager of theOkalee Village and Museum, is discussing the newdesign layout and would like to push the openingdate up to mid-July 2004 as opposed to Sept. Baxleyis involved in the design process, which will includea 750 seat amphitheatre.Some of the resolutions that passed included:an approval of sponsorship for Five StarChampionship Rodeo and Five Star ChampionshipRodeo for Youth, approval to enter into negotiationsfor the purchase of a RV park, and approval to enterinto negotiations for the purchase of Beck’s ServiceStation and Convenience Store in Brighton.Tribal Council and Board Meetings Go Wirelessimportantly, it will eliminate mountains of paperworkand perhaps save a small forest.“A great aspect of using the wireless technologyis that I can bring up any information the representativesrequest,” said Silva. “If someone makesreference to a certain resolution, I can simply locatethe file and send it to each computer.”Priscilla Sayen, Secretary/Treasurer for theSeminole Tribe, enjoys the flexibility of the new systemand that changes can be made quicker than everbefore.“It makes attending these meetings mucheasier,” said President Moses Osceola. “You don'thave to page through loads of paperwork. I believe itwill also make our meetings much more efficient.”Ashton Baxley, Lois Billie, Marshall Tommie andKaley Riley.Semester A/B Honor Roll – SpawnLoudermilk, Taylor Johns, Nicholas Nix, and RobertJo JumperL-R: Justin Osceola, Nocholas Nix, Lois Billie, Ashton Baxley, andteacher Miss Heather Yager.“Bo” Parker, Trina Bowers, Paul Billie and JenniferTommie.University of Miami Welcomes Studentsthe group asking them if they had any questions. Bellsaid this was helpful because “young people communicatevery well among themselves.”One of the students on the tour, Joletta John,expressed an interest in attending UM, and possiblystudying medicine. Presently, two Seminole studentsattend UM, Summer Tiger, a junior, and MarinaTigertail, a senior. Hollywood Tribal RepresentativeMax Osceola Jr. is an alumnus of the school with adegree in political science. Bell, however, says UMwould like to have more Seminole students.“I want students to see that the universityreally wants Seminoles there,” Bell said.To arrange a visit to UM, or any otherschool or university, please call Dora Bell at (954)658-2415, Ext. 1311, or e-mail her atDBell@semtribe.com.NOW SERVING: Immokalee Council Representative Elaine Aguilar and Board Representatives PaulBowers, Johnny Jones, David DeHass, and Raymond Garza made sure everyone had enough to eat.Fourth Annual Council Versus Board RodeoBy Judy WeeksIMMOKALEE — The John JimmieMemorial Arena in Immokalee was host to theFourth Annual Council versus Board Rodeo onSaturday Jan. 24.Moses Jumper of Hollywood Recreationworked hard to organize this eventand created a fun-filled rodeo foreveryone. Participants included tribalcitizens, employees and affiliates.Each entry indicatedwhether they were riding for theBoard or Council team. At the end ofthe evening, their points were tabulatedand Board triumphed overCouncil.The awards to the participantswere provided by Immokaleeand included both cash and buckles.Councilman Roger Smith ofBrighton also contributed a sponsorship.Board Representative PaulBowers of Big Cypress prepared afree barbecue of some of the bestribs anyone has ever eaten. The followingboard members also assisted:Johnny Jones of Brighton, DavidDehass of Hollywood and RaymondGarza of Immokalee. After a full dayat the grill, enough mouth-wateringribs were barbequed for everyone toenjoy second and third helpings.Elaine Aguilar, ImmokaleeCouncil Representative, provided a free concessionstand for the entire evening, which included not onlythe food and beverages, but also several homemadedesserts. Immokalee’s Sylvia Marrero donated frybreadfor the meal as well as her valuable time in theconcession stand.Spencer Battiest won the crowd overat his school, but he dreams of winningover an even bigger crowd onthe TV show American JuniorsBy Shelley MarmorHOLLYWOOD — On Thursday Jan.29, Spencer Battiest, 13, performed a gospelsong in front of his fellow students atHollywood Christian School, where he is a seventhgrader.His mother, June Battiest, said Spencerhas been sick for the last month and was on theverge of having Scarlet fever at the time of hisperformance. He, however, did not want tomiss his chance to sing.“He is a little trouper,” June Battiestsaid.While his fellow students thunderouslyapplauded for him and gave him hi-fives afterhe finished, Spencer dreams of bigger things.According to June Battiest, Spencer wants to bethe next American Idol.“He’s been wanting to be on AmericanIdol since he was ten,” she said. “But he’salways been too young.”Age, however, may no longer be a factorfor Spencer to become an idol. She saidSpencer recently found out about AmericanJuniors, which is a version of American Idol forA special thank you to all the people whoworked to make this event possible and the greatsuccess that it was. Benny Hernandez of the BigCypress Arena provided not only his time, but alsosheep and cattle. Josh Jumper supplied some ropingsteers and the wild cow milking stock came fromPaul Bowers prepared the best tasting ribs around.Judy WeeksJudy WeeksNaha Jumper.Ray Riviera of the Hollywood Horse Clublent a valuable hand to Moses Jumper who acquiredthe judges, bookkeepers and arena help. Also, theJohn Jimmie Arena crew had the grounds looking ingreat shape.Future Star Sings in Front of Schoolchildren, and has since registered.Until he makes his television debut, you canhear Spencer singing the national anthem at theCoconut Creek Casino before boxing matches.Shelley MarmorCan Spencer Battiest become the first Native AmericanIdol?

The Seminole Tribune 5 February 6, 2004Flamingo Elementary students were all ears when Charles Hiers Billie spoke.Charles Hiers Billie Volunteers at Old Davie School:By Michael KellyDAVIE, FL — Charles Hiers Billie takespride in many things. One of them is his desire toeducate individuals about the Seminole Tribe. Sowhen the Broward County School Board asked Billieto volunteer at the Old Davie School in Davie, FL, hewas more than excited.“I was at the Broward County Pioneer DaysCelebration and spoke with someone about volunteeringhere at the school; they thought it was a greatidea,” said Billie. “This is the first time a Seminolehas assisted in such a program.”Most of the visitorsto the Old School are schoolchildren, ranging from secondto fourth grade. On thisparticular day, the FlamingoElementary School in Daviespent a late Wednesdaymorning listening intently toBillie as he sat in his fiberglassreplica of a Seminolecanoe. He discussed how theSeminoles use to travel bycanoe through the meanderingeverglades, stopping bytrading posts to buy and sellgoods.“The smallercanoes were used for hunting,holding only a coupleof people,” said Billie. “Thelarger canoes would carry families along the everglades,also known as the river of grass.”Traditional Seminole canoes are made fromcypress trees, generally between 15 and 30 feet inlength. The canoes are narrow, approximately threefeet wide, 15 inches deep and 15 feet long. And whileMichael KellyCanoe Building Becoming a Lost ArtMichael KellyCarlos Fernandez works on thefiberglass canoe.most Seminoles used a tall wooden pole to navigate,some canoes were powered by a small sail.Billie explained that constructing traditionalSeminole canoes has largely died out.“Very few people know how to do it,” saidBillie. “And those that do are elders.”“It can be a pain-staking process, but its partof our culture. Our younger generation needs to learnit. It’s important,” he continued.Billie hired Carlos Fernandez to replicate theSeminole canoes, but added a few refinements.“The canoe I’m workingon right now is wider and has a flatterbottom, so it’s easier to moveabout,” said Fernandez. “Also, thesides are much higher so you canuse it in the ocean.”The particular canoeFernandez is working on reaches28-feet in length, and will have asmall sail.According to Fernandez,the process for constructing a fiberglasscanoe can take a few days orseveral weeks to make. After creatingthe actual canoe, a gel coat isapplied, which creates an outershell. After that, more layers gelcoat are applied to add thickness.Billie would like to constructa few of them for each reservation,and eventually use them forcanoe races, reenactments, or justfor fun.“It’s important that our children learn abouttheir past and how we lived,” said Billie. “The realcypress canoes are becoming extinct. Maybe with thehelp of these fiberglass canoes, that past will nevergo away.”Archery Brings Family TogetherBy Michael KellyHOLLYWOOD — The last timeWanda Bowers tried archery was in high school.But from Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, she and her son CaseyMcCall, 15, will compete in their first archerytournament at the Brighton Recreation building.“My son and I were inspired by IndianDay back in September 2003,” said Bowers.“The Recreation Department set up archeryequipment and targets to hit. After a few pointersfrom John Waterhouse and Steve Young, Iwas doing fairly well. My son Casey alsoenjoyed it.”For most parents, spending time withtheir children can be as difficult as hitting abull’s-eye.“For me, it was a great way to bondwith my son,” said Bowers. “Because I workfull time, I don’t get to see Casey that much.This way, we get to practice together.”John Waterhouse, Indigenous ArcheryCoach for the Seminole Tribe for the past twoyears, sees potential in both Wanda and Casey.“I think they have the potential to dowell,” said Waterhouse. “They’re here everyMonday and Friday for practice, two hours eachday. They’ve shown they are committed to succeeding.”The mother/son team shoots as many as60 arrows at an 18 inch target, 20 yards away.According to Casey, the hardest thing to do isremembering the right technique.“You need to concentrate on every littledetail - placing your hands just right and eyeingthe target,” said Casey. “But once you get it, youjust know you’re going to hit the bulls-eye. It’salso relaxing; it’s just you and the target.”This tournament is a tune-up for theSunshine State Games, to be held in Tallahassee, FLin June. But the ultimate goal is to compete in the2005 Indigenous Games in Buffalo, NY.“We took the Bronze medal at theMichael KellyTaking aim (L-R): Casey McCall, John Waterhouse, and Wanda Bowers.Michael KellyCasey McCall’s archery skills are right on target.Indigenous Games in Winnipeg back in 2001,” saidWaterhouse. “Clinton Holt was outstanding. If it wasn’tfor a technicality, he would have captured thegold.”Unfortunately, Holt has not committed to the2005 Indigenous Games, butWaterhouse is optimistic he’llbe there.Wanda recalled one daywhen Casey was getting frustratedduring practice.“He wanted to quitright there on the spot,” saidWanda. “I said fine, then I’llquit too - let’s go home. Hechanged his mind and hasn’tlooked back since.”Waterhouse, who has morethan 20 years experience inarchery and as an instructor,hopes more Seminoles willparticipate in classes and inupcoming tournaments.Archery instructions areoffered every Monday from6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If youare interested in signing up,please contact the HollywoodRecreation Department at(954) 989-9457, or call JohnWaterhouse at (305) 796-2874.

The Seminole Tribune 6 February 6, 2004Seminole Police Department Crime StatisticsNovember & December 2003Classification ofOffensesMurderSex OffenseRobberyAggravated BatteryBatteryBurglaryLarcenyMotor Vehicle TheftTotalNumber ofOffensesTotal ValuePropertyStolenTotalArrestsMaleJUVENILESADULTSRACEFemale Male Female White Black American AsianIndian2 21895 3 3 2 128 17 10 7 10 2 514 20917 5 3 2 1 2 240 437887 115201 2 1 1 1 1Narcotics Confiscated During ArrestsClassification ofOffensesDUIStolen PropertyWeapons ViolationLiquor Law ViolationMiscellaneousDrugs (Possession / Sale)TotalArrestsJUVENILESADULTSMale Female Male Female White BlackFirst Community Christmas DinnerBy Paula CasselsHOLLYWOOD — On Christmas afternoon,Maydell Osceola and the Osceola family presentedthe First Community Christmas Dinner.This Christmas season, spreading holiday cheerwas the Osceola family's goal.Maydell Osceola invited communitycitizens, friends and family to her home to celebrateand enjoy a Christmas dinner.She stirred up corn, pork chops andtomato gravy with rice in the cooking chickee.The Osceola children shared in the holidayfun, while Tate Osceola created his famousbarbeque ribs and chicken. Donna Turtle stayedbusy in the kitchen making traditional frybread,spaghetti, beans and more.Mable Osceola Moses made up gift basketswith assorted pots, pans and other householditems. Later, the teenagers handed outChristmas presents and gift baskets to everyonethere.When the food platters were ready toserve, all the children gathered to say grace andgive blessings for the Christmas dinner.Following dinner, everyone enjoyedwatching the children take swings at the SpongeBob Square Pants piñata. Starting with theyoungest participants, each child received threechances to hit Sponge Bob with a plastic bathoping to make all the candy fall out.Sponge Bob held together well untilMorgan Frank's turn. Frank hit Sponge Bob soRACEAmericanIndian3 3 1 21 1 1Asian24 2 19 3 11 9 3 117 1 11 5 11 3 3Drug Type Amount ValueMarijuana (grams)Cocaine (grams)Crack Cocaine (grams)Alprazolam / Xanax (pills)Oxycodone (pills)Oxycontin (pills)Crystal MethamphetaminesOther Narcotics (pills)30.3511.13117.63$167$520$5$1000$20hard that the candy flew all over.Everyone shared laughs, smiles and fellowshipthat brought the Christmas day to a merryend.Paula CasselsMary Gay Osceola (center) phones a friend to tell themthe food looks good.CRIME STOPPERS WILL PAY UP TO$51,000 AND THE SEMINOLE TRIBEWILL PAY AN ADDITIONAL $49,000 FORTHE ARREST OF THE SUSPECT(S).ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2002, JIMSHORE, THE GENERAL COUNSEL FOR THESEMINOLE TRIBE OF FLORIDA, WAS SHOTWHILE SITTING INSIDE HIS HOME. PLEASEHELP US CATCH THE CRIMINAL(S) ANDBRING THEM TO JUSTICE! IF YOU HAVE ANYINFORMATION ABOUT THIS CRIME, OR IFYOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DOES...PLEASE CALL ANDREMAIN ANONYMOUS!TELL WHAT YOU KNOW NOT YOUR NAMECALL (954) 493-TIPS (8477) OR (866) 493-TIPS (TOLL FREE)

The Seminole Tribune 7 February 6, 2003Michael Moorer was the champion story time reader.By Michael KellyHOLLYWOOD — Two-timeheavyweight champion Michael Moorermade a guest appearance at the DorothyScott Osceola (DSO) Library, but it wasn’tto sign autographs. Moorer read children’sbooks to the preschoolers whothoroughly enjoyed the encounter.“It was awesome” said YuditLam, Hollywood Branch Librarian. “Iwas not expecting this kind of relationshipamong a boxer and children. Hecompletely caught their attention and wasable to keep a wonderful environmentduring all the session.”For the record, Moorer readJacob CoileMichael Moorer Visits DSO Library“Panda Bear, Panda Bear What Do YouSee?”, “Rap a Tap Tap, If You Take AMouse to School,” and “The Cat in theHat Comes Back.”“The Library staff was verygrateful for his participation and supportof our Book Fair,” said Lam. “Mr.Moorer’s wonderful charisma with thechildren at our opening day story timewas superb.”Lam added the library staffhopes to share future events with bothMoorer and Warrior’s BoxingPromotions, Inc.“Together, they made this eventa beautiful success” he said.Hats Off to Reading, Scholastic Book FairBy Paula CasselsHOLLYWOOD —On Jan. 12 – 16 the DorothyScott Osceola (DSO) MemorialLibrary presented the Hats Offto Reading Scholastic BookFair. The Scholastic Book Fairoffered students and preschoolersmany exclusive editions ofbooks at great prices. OnMonday, professorial boxerMichael Moorer came to visitthe DSO Library and read astory to the preschoolers.On Tuesday, thepreschoolers came to thelibrary for story time and toshop at the Scholastic BookFair. Later that day, Jerome Williams reada book to the children titled, “There wasan Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat.”When he finished, the children cheered“read it again,” and clapped their handswith joy.On Thursday, Head LibrarianPaula CasselsStory time is always a treat for the preschoolers.Yudit Lam and Library Assistant JacobCoile presented a tea party for the participatingstudents, and some children wereawarded books for participating in thebook fair’s craft and writing contests. Thechildren enjoyed the special events presentedby the DSO Library and ScholasticBook Fair.33rd Annual Seminole Tribal Fair & RodeoSchedule of ActivitiesTENTATIVESCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGEFriday, February 13,20049 AM Gates Open10 AM Grand Entry(Bison Production:Native American DanceTroupe)* Invocation* Officials* Dignitaries* Princesses (Royalty)10:30 AM Pow-wowExhibition (BisonProduction: NativeAmerican Dance Troupe)11:30 AM AlligatorWrestling & Snake Show12:30 PM Aztec Dancers1:30 PM Pow-wowExhibition (BisonProduction: NativeAmerican Dance Troupe)2:30 PM AlligatorWrestling & Snake Show3:30 PM Aztec Dancers4:30 PM Youth Rodeo7:00 PM Bill OsceolaMemorialAll-Indian Rodeo 1stPerformanceSaturday, February 14,20048 AM GATES OPEN9 AM Seminole ClothingContest12:00 Noon Grand Entry(Bison Production:Native American DanceTroupe)* Invocation* Officials* Dignitaries* Princesses (Royalty)1 PM Little Mr. & MissSeminole Contest3 PM Pow-wowExhibition(Bison Production:Native American DanceTroupe)4 PM Alligator Wrestling& Snake Show5 PM Youth Rodeo7 PM Bill OsceolaMemorialAll-Indian Rodeo 2ndPerformanceSunday,February 15,20049 AM GATES OPEN10 AM Grand Entry(Bison Production:Native American DanceTroupe)* Invocation* Officials* Dignitaries* Princesses (Royalty)11 AM Pow-wowExhibition (BisonProduction: NativeAmerican Dance Troupe)12 Noon AlligatorWrestling & Snake Show1 PM Aztec Dancers2 PM Bill OsceolaMemorialAll-Indian Rodeo 3rdPerformancePrizes:First Place $1,000Second Place $700Third Place $500Fourth Place $300Fifth Place $100Categories:1. Seminole Patchwork Clothing(skirts, jackets, capes, etc.)2. Seminole Dolls (made fromPalmetto Fibers)3. Woodwork (made fromCypress wood, etc.)4. Beadwork5. Basketry (made from Sweetgrass)6. Seminole Designs (Designonly, one yard of one design)Rules and Regulations:1. Item must have been madewithin the past six months toentry deadlineFebruary 13 – 15, 2004Genuine Seminole Crafts Contest2. Item cannot have been soldthen retrieved to enter contest3. One entry, per person, per category4. Person submitting an entrymust be the original artist and amember of the Seminole Tribe ofFlorida5. No previous entries6. Deadline for entries brought tothe Hollywood Tribal Office(Sec./Tres.) is Thursday, Feb. 12at 5:00 pm.7. Your name, reservation andphone number must be on yourentry8. All entries must be picked upon Sunday Feb. 15 by 3:00 p.m.Tribal Fair Committee will notbe responsible for any items notpicked up by Sunday at 5:00p.m.

The Seminole Tribune 8 February 6, 2004Shelley MarmorAfter several speeches explaining the importance of Snake Warrior’sIsland, politicians and other county officials prepared to officially openthe park. Included in the ceremony were Bill Steele, Deputy TribalHistoric Preservation Officer for the Seminole Tribe of Florida (3rd fromright), Broward County Mayor Ilene Liberman, (5th from left), andMiramar Mayor Lori Cohen Mosley (5th from right).Shelley MarmorElevated land area Bill Steele noticed in the early 1990s. After carefulstudy he and others were able to prove Chitto Tustenuggee once livedhere.Snake Warrior Honored With ParkThe Seminole Tribe’s DeputyTribal Historic PreservationOfficer plays part in provingSeminole warrior once livedthere.By Shelley MarmorMIRAMAR, FL — Chitto Tustenuggee, orSnake Warrior, inhabited what is now 6301 SW 62 Ave.in Miramar, Fla. about 175 years ago. On WednesdayJan. 21 Broward County and the City of Miramar dedicatedthe land to him at a now-public 53.3 acre parkcalled Snake Warrior’s Island Natural Area, located ineastern Miramar, north of County Line Road.The park consists of two distinct areas, a northand south island. Officials from the Broward CountyParks and Recreation Department along with theBroward County Office of Environmental Servicesteamed up to recreate what the park would have lookedlike when Tustenuggee lived there. Consequently, manyanimals that would have lived on the land duringTustenuggee’s time, including wood storks, ospreys andturtles, now regularly visit the park.The opening ceremony began with invocationby Matthew Lee Smith, Senior Pastor at the MiramarEvangelical Free Church. In addition, community officialsincluding Broward County Mayor Ilene Liberman,and Miramar Mayor Lori Cohen Mosley attended theceremony.“I think this park is a symbol of how we preservewhere we came from by still going forward,”Mosley said during her speech. “By having a marriageof the past and the present, we make the future for ourchildren tomorrow.”Bill Steele, Deputy Tribal HistoricPreservation Officer for the tribe, also spoke during theceremony. He informed the crowd of about 100 peoplethat Snake Warrior’s Island “is the oldest knownSeminole town that has been found.”Steele recalled noticing the land that is nowSnake Warrior’s Island in the early 1990s.While working on an excavation project at JoeRobbie Stadium he drove down County Line Roaddaily, which passes the site that is now the park. He saidhe noticed an elevated land area and began to wonder ifit had any archaeological significance.He recalls telling a fellow archaeologist, “Anelevation change like this really is where people live,because it’s a real change in the environment.”It turned out the elevated land did have significance;it was actually the north island at today’s SnakeWarrior’s Island.A crew from the Archaeological and HistoricalConservancy, where Steele worked at the time, beganexcavating the site in 1992 after the Trust for PublicLands and the Florida Emergency ArchaeologicalProperty Acquisition Fund paid $1.973 million andsaved the land from development. The crew uncoveredSeminole artifacts including kaskaskia fishing and huntingpoints, and glass beads.Though archaeologists uncovered these importantartifacts, Steele says a map from 1840 provided themost proof that the Seminoles actually used the area.This map showed a river passage that took travelersdirectly to Big Cypress from today’s Snake Warrior’sIsland, and had “passage for small boats across the evergladesas reported by the Indians” written on it.At the time this map was written, Florida wasmostly underwater, with only five of its 35 million acresabove water. Snake Warrior’s Island is located whereSnake Creek cuts through the Atlantic Coastal Ridge,and Steele said the Seminoles used this as their mainthoroughfare, canoeing on its waters, and walkingacross the land when the waters dried up.“From the earliest times that the Seminolesoccupied this part of South Florida, this has been theroad,” he said.Besides helping prove the Seminoles used theland, Steele also assisted in proving the land was onceChitto Tustenuggee’s island camp. He said one big cluecame from the Buckingham Smith report written in1848, which Tustenuggee is written about in. Accordingto Steele, this report, written by Smith, a St. Augustinearistocrat, is known among archeologists as “the beginningof scientific knowledge of the Everglades.”Proving Tustenuggee did in fact inhabit theisland also helped Steele with another important finding.Before discovering the Snake River’s Island site, mostpeople believed the Seminoles came to Florida muchlater than they actually did.Perhaps the most important finding at the sitewas a British Royal Marine hat insignia. Steele said duringthe War of 1812, many British officers providedsupplies to the native peoples in hopes of getting themto fight on the side of the British and against the U.S.He says this proves Seminoles must have occupiedSnake Warrior’s Island in 1812 or the hat insigniawould not have shown up there.“They use to think the Seminoles came here in1830,” he said. “This started to show they didn’t comehere in 1830, they were already here by 1813.”“This site was the beginning of our understandingthat the Seminoles had been in South Florida a lotlonger than we ever believed,” he continued.Though most archaeological sites and findingsusually spark debate among the archaeological community,Steel said this one did not. He said that was likelybecause they uncovered a “preponderance of evidence.”Steele says that while the park itself is significant,the significance really lies in the bigger historicalpicture the park helps provide. He says Snake Warrior’sIsland assists in helping people understand a “regionalinterpretation of history” of Seminoles in Florida.“We’re actually getting to the point where youcould do a tour of Native American history for theregion,” he said. “You could go from Okeechobee; youcould up to the Brighton reservation. You could go allthe way around and tell a story of South Florida in waythat no one has ever told it.”While the state of Florida technically ownsSnake Warrior’s Island and Broward County manages itthrough a lease agreement with the state, Steele says,“this park is almost 100 percent a Seminole park.”For more information on Snake Warrior’sIsland please call the Broward County Parks andRecreation Department at (954) 357-8100.

The Seminole Tribune 9 February 6, 2004Family Services vMeet the Family Services Staff: Who We Are, What We DoCrissie Carter, Marla Dale, Billie Napper and Laura Heritier met withEducation Department Staff during their community meeting inImmokalee. Here, Laura, Crissie, and Norita Yzaquirre discuss collaboratingwith some prevention services, such as SADD, MADD, SWAT, for thecommunity. Norita, Billie and Laura know that the stronger their relationship,the more advantages it provides to the young people of the Tribe, sothey continue to work on improving that relationship.Linda Knee, Tom Ryan, Crissie Carter, Cindy Corriher,Tony Bullington at Tampa Education Community Meeting.Marla Dale, Noella Nuñez O'Donnell, SGT. Phil Gonzalez, and BillieNapper plan a meeting to provide information to the seniors. Sgt. Philand the Immokalee Family Services Staff have established a goodworking relationship and through open communication are workingtogether to help the community be as safe as possible, especially for ourseniors.Family Services: Committed toHealthy RelationshipsRelationship is a word that inducesmany mental pictures, triggers memoriesand stirs emotions. It encompassesthe heart of family life, the domainof marriage, parent and child, and all mannersof friendship. Of all that can be said,healthy relationships are crucial to happinessand productivity in every realm ofsociety whether it be individually, the familyunit or the work place.The Family Services Departmentis dedicated to assisting community membersin developing healthy, happy and productiverelationships. Most of the servicesand programs offered by the departmentaddress issues intricately associated withrelationships. To provide quality services,the staff seeks to relate well with eachother, other departments and communitymembers.The Family Services staff meetstogether weekly to discuss schedules andplans for the week. Staff members participatein monthly individual supervisionwith the site supervisor and group sessionsto process personal issues. Bimonthly, thestaff meets for treatment team, to reviewcases and to receive input so that we canbetter serve the clients and family members.The staff regularly meets withmembers of other departments to discoverways to best serve the community.Medical and health issues are addressedwith the clinic staff and Health Educator,and the Education Department is often atmeetings to discuss student needs, communityactivities and assistance for parents.Family Services staff attends parent advisorycommittee meetings, coordinatesactivities with the Recreation Department,Seminole Police, Senior Centers, and more.The Family Services Departmentis committed to contributing to healthyrelationships for all community members.The staff is ready and willing to assist withresources and by modeling healthy relationshipsin the office and with otherdepartments.Shelly Walker, Director of the Pullout Program meets withBrighton Family Services Counselors, Kay Begin and HaroldBaxley.Marisol GarciaMarisol Garcia started working with the Seminole Tribe ofFlorida in May 2002 as a secretary for Family ServicesDepartment, in Big Cypress. With her organizationalskills she keeps the office running smoothly. She is friendly andoutgoing, always with a smile on her face greeting those whocome to her window. She keeps the family services staff on theirtoes helping them meet their deadlines. Her duties go beyond thefront desk. She also participates in organized activities, such assoftball games, halloween carnival, etc. and always willing tolend a hand. She is a mother of three kids, two girls and one boy.Family Services Counselors, Kelli Burgess and Lois Jenkins,meet with Barbara Boling, Health Educator.Crissie Carter, Family Services Department, and StanFrischman, Recreation Department working together on acommunity drug prevention project.Treatment Team Meeting in Brighton: Kay Begin, Lois Jenkins, Harold Baxley, KelliBurgess, Marla Dale and Tony Bullington.Characteristics ofHealthy RelationshipsHow many of the following attitudes and \behaviors are present in your relationships?Marjorie Halstead & Crissie CarterMarjorie Halstead is the Administrative Assistant for theFamily Services Department, working directly forCrissie Carter, for just over two months. Crissie is ahappy, fast-paced, quick thinking, understaning multi-tasker,while Marjorie is a little slower paced but sure, energetic,dependable, organized multi-tasker. The two personalities havedeveloped into a good working relationship, with trust andacceptance, and still learning about each other and workingtogether to keep the relationship a good one.Immokalee student Jade Tapia plays a math game while Billie Napper andChelsea Ford cheer her on. Billie’s relationship with the kids consists ofdoing fun things, and this allows the kids to become familiar with her sothat if they have a problem they will feel comfortable talking with her.Billie Napper graduated in 1987from Alabama A&MUniversity with a Master ofScience degree in CounselingPsychology.She has been a counselorfor 24 years and has worked in avariety of settings ranging from crisisline counseling to out-patientcounseling and education to a lockedCrisis Stabilization Unit and a longtermdrug treatment program.She was a CertifiedAdditions Counselor in the state ofBillie NapperJack VanCottAlabama, and was also certified bythe Department of the Army. Sheenjoys working with people, particularlyin non-traditional settings.Billie has worked in FamilyServices in Immokalee for the pastfive years and thoroughly enjoyslearning about the Seminole’s historyand traditions. Billie is married to AlBodway and they have eight childrenand five grandsons. They have threedachshunds to help keep them inline, and they are both members ofthe Coast Guard Auxiliary.My name is Jack VanCott and Ihave been working for FamilyServices as a Counselor sinceMay 2003. I am here for Seminole familiesto help with substance abuse andmental health problems.I have a master’s degree inCounseling and 10 years of experiencewith addictions. I visit clients at treatmentcenters, jails and at home. I lookforward to a long relationship with theSeminole community.Communication is open and spontaneous (including listening)Rules/boundaries are clear and explicit, yet allows flexibilityIndividuality, freedom and personal identity is enhancedEach enjoys doing things for self, as well as for the otherPlay, humor, and having fun together is commonplaceEach does not attempt to “fix” or control the otherAcceptance of self and other (for real selves)Assertiveness: feelings and needs are expressedHumility: able to let go of need to “be right”Self-confidence and security in own worthConflict is faced directly and resolvedOpenness to constructive feedbackEach is trustful of the otherBalance of giving and receivingNegotiations are fair and democraticTolerance: forgiveness of self and otherMistakes are accepted and learned fromWillingness to take risks and be vulnerableOther meaningful relationships and interests existEach can enjoy being alone and privacy is respectedPersonal growth, change and exploration is encouragedContinuity and consistency is present in the commitmentBalance of oneness (closeness) and separation from each otherResponsibility for own behaviors and happiness (not blaming other)Hun-Tahmo! I recentlybegan working withFamily Services. I ama licensed clinical socialworker, tribal citizen, andlong time resident of theHollywood Community.I have been in thesocial work profession since1995. It is my hope to helpstrengthen the relationshipbetween the Seminole communityand Family Services,as well as bring about moreunderstanding of Seminolebeliefs and lifestyle.In the past tenyears, I have worked mostlywith children as well as youngpeople, and adults of all agesand cultural backgrounds. Ibelieve in the communityTed Nelsonbeing involved and being therefor people.I welcome all tribalcitizens with an open door andear to listen. Shanabisha!Hi, my name is Mary Olitzky. Iam a licensed mental healthcounselor. I have been acounselor with Family Servicessince May 2002. I have a lot ofexperience with substance abuseproblems, and also working withwomen and teenagers.I run the Women's CircleMary OlitzkyMarla C. Dalegathering every Tuesday at 12:30p.m. in the Family Services conferenceroom. This group is for allwomen who need support in theirdaily lives. I really enjoy workingwith the tribal citizens and theirfamilies, and getting to know thecommunity.Marla C. Dale graduated fromTexas A&M University in1978 with BBA in management.She worked as an accountantfor eighteen years and aftera life awakening, she wentback to school andreceived her master’sdegree in social work fromBarry University in 1998.Marla becamelicensed as a ClinicalSocial Worker in the stateof Florida in 2001. InMarch 2001, she joinedFamily Services asHollywood’s SiteSupervisor and has recentlyhas been promoted toAssistant Director.Marla worked Marla Dale after a long, long day!with a variety of people indifferent settings prior to joiningthe Seminole Tribe Family Servicesalmost three years ago. She hasworked with the foster families andchildren at Boys Town, with thementally and physically challengedat a rehabilitation center, withGeriatrics and adults at a psychiatrichospital, and with adults at a drugand alcohol residential treatmentfacility.Marla is married, has onedaughter, three step children, threegrandchildren, and four dogs. Marlaenjoys her family, playing with herdogs, working out, reading, watchingthe sun rise, and working withthe Seminole Tribe of Florida.

The Seminole Tribune 10 February 6, 2004Family Services vMeet the Family Services Staff: Who We Are, What We DoWhile Noella Nuñez O'Donnell, the Elder Affairs Coordinator was inImmokalee she made a few special home visits to let our seniors knowhow much they are appreciated. Here she is with Rachel Billie, who isa very active senior and involved in the community. The Senior ActionCommittee will be meeting on a monthly basis to plan educationalclasses and coordinate healthy outings for our Immokalee seniors.Noella Nuñez O’DonnellNoella Nuñez O’Donnell is atribal citizen from thePanther Clan, and mother oftwo beautiful children. Shereceived a bachelor’s degree inhealth services administration fromthe University of Central Florida in1997, and in 1999, she graduatedfrom Mankato State University inMinnesota with a master’s degreein gerontology.While attending school inMinnesota, she volunteered with ahospice, which was a very rewardingexperience, and worked as aHi, I'm Tony Roberts. I havebeen working for FamilyServices as a counselorsince May 2003. I have a bachelor’sdegree in criminal justice andmore than 17 years of experienceworking with youth.I have worked with manydifferent type of youth throughoutthe years. I also facilitate KidsLinda FleischmanMartin BorthickTony Robertscustomer service representativewith the Social SecurityAdministration.She has worked with theSeminole Tribe’s HealthDepartment as the Elderly andHandicapped Services Coordinator.Noella’s passion is working withour tribal elders. She brought thispassion and experience to theFamily Services Department inOctober 2003, as the Elder AffairsCoordinator, and she says sheloves it.Linda Fleischman is aSenior Counselor for BigCypress ReservationFamily Services Department.Linda holds a Marriage andFamily Therapist License aswell as a Mental HeathCounselor License. She alsohas certification as anAddictions Professional.Linda provides clinicalsupervision among thestaff members, in addition toher diverse caseload workingwith tribal citizens. In additionto counseling tribal citizens,she provides demonstrationand instruction using the potter’swheel and small claysculpture when asked in theceramics room for seniors atthe Senior Center in BigCypress.You can usually seeher at the Senior Center (HotMeals) on Wednesdays at 11:00a.m. working on the potters wheelwhen the office is quiet. During theHalloween Festival of 2003 Lindaprovided face painting for the children,and she is willing to offerface painting at any tribal communityevent.Martin Borthick hasworked for TheSeminole Tribe as aSubstance Abuse and MentalHealth Counselor on the BigCypress community for almostthree years.“My formal educationis the direct result of the graceassociated with getting sobermyself and finishing thingsaddiction took from me longago,” Martin said. “I worked myway from the ground up in substanceabuse treatment and completedmy education with aMasters Degree in BriefSystemic Individual, Marriage,and Family Therapy.”“Additionally, I havecompleted the Ph.D. class workand I am eligible for all associatedprofessional licensees but did notperuse it–I guess it's not my way,”he continued.“I am highly trained, witha lot of psychotherapy experience–I'mlike a consultant; It's myjob to help you figure out ways todo something different so that youget the results you want.”Group every Wednesday from 3:30p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the library inthe Dorothy Scott Osceola (DSO)building. I also visit the YouthCenter, Gym and DSO daily tointeract with the youth and to assistthem in any way I can.I really enjoy workingwith the youth and their families. Ilook forward to meeting you soon.Michael L. Onco, Sr.My name is Michael L Onco, Sr. I have worked for FamilyServices on the Big Cypress reservation since February of1998. I'm a certified alcohol and drug counselor, VietnamVeteran, and in recovery with 13 plus years of sobriety. I do treatmentreferrals, outpatient counseling, support the AA Meetings and I haverecently received my ropes course certification. I'm a father of twowith one of them being a tribal member who resides at Big CypressReservation. I enjoy deer hunting very much and fishing.Tina Mennella beganworking for theSeminole Tribe FamilyServices in Oct. 2001 at theHollywood Reservation. As ofJanuary 2004, she has beenbased on the Big Cypressreservation.“My master’s degreeis in Marriage and FamilyTherapy and I am currentlythe Foster Care Coordinatorand a counselor,” she said.“As Foster Care Coordinator,I am involved with all of theReservations and assist withplacing children and aiding thefamilies in their efforts to bereunited. As a counselor with theSeminole Tribe, I am verypleased to work in relationshipwith the children and familiesand the different reservations.Hello, my name is HannaMarchel. I have beenworking for FamilyCarmen Arangostarted workingwith the SeminoleTribe of Florida in Sept.2001 as a Counselor andbecame the SiteSupervisor in Nov. 2003.She bring withher two master’sdegrees, one in Marriageand Family Therapy andthe other in ConflictAnalysis. She is currentlyworking on meetingher requirements forstate licensure.Arango enjoysbuilding good working relationshipswith the different departmentsand tribal members. She isfull of energy and very outgoing.You can find her at the differentactivities either planning them orFamily Services SeniorCounselor, Laura Heritierand Pete Aguilar, a fosterparent and unofficial mentor foryoung men in the ImmokaleeCommunity, maintain a friendlyrelationship and often chat in theField Office.Laura Heritier graduatedin 1974 from Ball StateUniversity in Indiana with a master’sdegree in CounselingPsychology. She has worked inprisons, hospitals, clinics and inthe community. Shehas been an emergencyclinician, anoutpatient therapistand has experienceworking in a statehospital setting.Laura isfamiliar with allaspects of mentalhealth counseling,including individual,groups, marriageand family and testing/assessment.Shehas been a licensedMental HealthCounselor inOklahoma, SouthCarolina and Georgia.And, in Jan. has takenthe Florida LicenseTina MennellaTina Mennella and Pastor SalawHummingbird at the Big CypressCommunity CenterHanna MarchelCarmen ArangoLaura HeritierEach person and place is uniquein its own way; and that is whatmakes working here a greatexperience.”Services for over two and a halfyears. My main duty asSupervisor is to coordinate all theservices and to respond to thecommunity needs.I listen and I interactwith tribal citizens and try tohelp achieve healthy goals intheir lives. When you come tothe Family Services I will welcomeyou, sit with you and listen,then we will explore all theoptions.Please come to us andshare both your difficulties andyour successes.participating in them.She is a mother of threechildren, two boys and a girl.Arango is always willing to gothe extra mile to help those inneed.Exam.On a more personalnote, she has two children andfive grandchildren. She enjoyscooking, reading and meetingnew people. She reports that shehas really learned a lot about theSeminole culture in the year-anda-halfshe has worked withFamily Services, but realizesthere is much more to learn.She hopes that she cancontinue to learn and to be a partof the new Family Services.Family Services Senior Counselor, LauraHeritier and Pete Aguilar, a foster parentand unofficial mentor for young men in theImmokalee Community, maintain a friendlyrelationship and often chat in the FieldOffice.Amber GiehtbrockOn Feb. 25, 2002 I beganworking with the Seminolecommunity. I have a bachelor’sdegree from Florida AtlanticUniversity and many years ofexperience working with kids.Tribal citizens know mefrom home visits and going tocourt on behalf of foster families. IHi Everybody! My name isYvonne Courtney, TribalOutreach Worker II since1999. I work in this field believingthat we can make a differenceof a better healthier life for ourtribal citizens.Recovering from alcoholand drugs, I know as a Christianthat you can have a better life.My name is LucilleJumper. I am atribal member. Ireside in Big Cypress andwork with FamilyServices Department. Mywork consists of clienttransport, home visits,"looking for you," placeIndian Medicine requestsand delivering it. Also, Iattend community functions,and try to be availableto work with the eldersand everyone thatneeds someone to talkwith. I am the liasionbetween our departmentand my community. Cometalk with us so you can getto know us.Holly GuyonYvonne CourtneyLucille JumperBrenda Walkercan be found at the Dorothy ScottOsceola Building with the GirlGroup every Thursday at 4 p.m. Ialso visit children and their teachersat schools.When I am not at work, Ienjoy swimming, skating andmovies.My name is Holly Guyonand I have recently startedworking as the Secretaryfor Family Services. Currently, Isupport the Family Services staffby answering the phone, greetingvisitors and assisting with theoffice organization.I am excited to learn moreabout the Seminole Tribe and howI can better serve this community.Also, I assist the staff membersto have a better understanding ofthe way our people live.Spirituality is a major part of survivalfor us as individuals, and asa tribe.If you have any positiveideas of reaching our members,please contact me.Brenda Walker is the Secretary for theBrighton Family Services Office.Brenda always has delicioussnacks and regularly cooks for thestaff. She is a true and wonderful caretaker,which helps the Brighton staffstay very, very happy. Visit her anytimeand she’ll share a cookie and asmile.Mark LichtenbergMy name isMarkLichtenbergand I am a Counselorfor with FamilyServices. I have amaster’s degree incounseling and experiencein workingwith adults and children.I really enjoyworking withteenagers, who I seeat the office, at homeand at school. I lookforward to meetingyou and working withyour family.

The Seminole Tribune 11 February 6, 2004Health Corner v Chaneegé enchogé v Cvfeknetv onakvHealthy Eating Versus DietingNo doubt you have heard something on TVor the radio about carbohydrates and their role in dietand weight loss. A popular fad diet is the low-carbohydrateor no carbohydrate approach to losing weight.Unfortunately, that fad is based on nutrition informationthat is simply incorrect and does not provide safeand healthy weight loss that lasts long term.Low carbohydrate diets have been around forabout 30 years, and yet Americans are more overweightthan ever. If Dr. Atkins’ diet had worked longterm back in the 1970’s, everyone today would still beskinny. It is true that if you follow Dr. Atkins’ dietplan you will lose weight, but as soon as you go offof the diet the weight will come right back. This isbecause every “diet” being sold is based on the sameconcept: eat less total food and you reduce your caloriesand you lose weight.Extra calories, eaten beyond what your bodyburns in daily activity or formal exercise, can bestored as body fat. So how do some people loseweight by following a no or low-carbohydrate diet?The Journal of the American Medical Associationanswers the question; they say most people followingthese extreme diets ate far fewer calories than theyhad previously, eating only 800 – 900 calories totalper day, while the average adult needs about 1800 –2200 calories per day.The American Dietetic Association recommendstotal calorie restrictions no lower than 1,200calories per day, unless you have a very small stature.The people who are losing weight on fad diets arecutting their total calories, mostly by eliminating junkfood, even though they are being told to eat unlimitedamounts of protein-rich foods.If you need to lose weight, should you cutout all carbohydrates? No. Many carbohydratesources, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains,and non-fat dairy, provide essential nutrients that arevital to your health and well-being . On the otherhand, excess consumption of saturated fat and transfat(found in animal products and snack foods) hasbeen scientifically shown to lead to heart disease. So,although weight loss is an important goal, finding asmart, healthy way to lose the weight – slowly inorder to keep it off – is what counts.Extreme diets that restrict certain foods anddrastically reduce total calories do not provide lastingweight loss. The reason behind this is that quickweight loss dehydrates the body in the first days andAsthma is the most common chronic diseaseamong children. The prevalence of diagnosed childhoodasthma has increased dramatically during thelast 20 years.The direct cost of caring for asthma in theU.S. is enormous, and indirect costs such as missedschool days and loss of parent workdays are also substantial.One thing is for certain that better asthmamanagement and patient outcomes were associatedwith two things: patient education and follow-upappointments (after onset, or following an attack).Max Osceola Jr. and the Allied HealthDepartment would like to invite parents with childrenweeks. The weight you are losing is actually fluidweight, not fat. Also, severely low calorie diets withoutexercise and strength training will cause you toactually lose muscle, not fat.You may think this a price worth paying tolose some weight fast, until you gain those poundsback. As soon as you return to your old eating patterns,you will likely regain the weight just as quicklyas you lost it. Extreme diets are very hard to stickwith for a long time because they are such a drasticchange from your old eating habits.Going on an extreme diet puts at risk yourbody’s long-term health just as your car would be putat risk if you drove it in reverse. Sure your car willoperate in reverse, but you’re probably ruining vitalengine parts that may breakdown sooner than usualbecause you drove your car in a way it was notintended to be used. Your best bet is to make smallchanges that you can stick with for a lifetime.This yo-yo style of dieting is well recognizedby health experts, and the lack of sustained weightloss from extreme diets is a major concern. Everytime you lose weight and gain weight back youdeposit more fat around the heart, which increases therisk of heart attack by five percent every time youlose weight and gain it back again.When it comes to losing weight, it is notsmart to take an all or nothing approach, in fact, it isunhealthy. There is nothing to be gained by eliminatingor gorging on one particular food or food group.Food extremes – too much or too little – are badnews. Unfortunately, there is no fast, easy way to loseweight and keep it off. It takes healthy food choicesand regular exercise.Nutrition and weight loss information iseverywhere. How do you know what is true and whatis not? How do you know what to believe wheneveryone has a diet book to sell you, from Dr. Atkins,a medical doctor, to Dr. Phil, a psychologist, to Dr.Barry Sears of The Zone Diet, who has a Ph.D., andowns a biotechnology company.If you truly want sound information aboutfoods and healthy eating plans, you should alwaysseek out a dietitian. These professionals have a formaleducation and specialize in food and nutrition. callJeanne Hatfield at (954) 965-1300, Ext.111 or BethSkinner at (863) 763-0271, Ext. 144.Asthma Education Meetingwho have asthma to an educational presentation at theHollywood Gym on Thursday Feb. 19. Everyone isinvited and welcome whether you have a familymember with asthma or would just like know hove torecognize it. Dinner will be provided to participantsfrom 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., and presentation willbegin at 6:45 p.m. There will be a raffle for prizes atthe conclusion of the presentation (winners must bepresent to win).If you have any questions call the HealthClinic at (954) 962-2009; ask for Shannon McKeown,Health Educator, or, Jamie Schevis, Medical SocialWorker.Seminole Children’s Dental Health MonthOral Health forInfants andToddlersGood oral health for children beginsduring infancy. Always wipe out baby’smouth after feeding with a damp cloth. Donot ever put the baby to sleep with a bottle.Put only formula or water in the bottle. Thebaby should be using a cup by age one.Limit sweet drinks, such as juice orwhole milk, to meal time. Give baby healthysnacks, fruits such as bananas and peachesare a good choice. Schedule a dentalappointment and begin brushing as soon asthe first tooth erupts. Remember to use onlya pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste.For more information about your baby’s oralhealth, please contact the Seminole DentalProgram on your reservation.The Miccosukee Tribe of Indians ofFlorida will hold their 24th Annual Health Fair onWednesday, March 24, on the MiccosukeeReservation from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Thisyear's fair is called "Wellness Festival 2004", andwill include more interactive and entertaining displaysto convey our message of positive healthbehaviors.We are expecting approximately 300 participantsincluding 100 school children attendingthe fair and visiting each booth. We are located 20Oral Health andPregnancySubmitted by the Seminole Dental Program —Good oral health during pregnancy is importantfor both you and your baby. Schedule a dentalvisit as soon as you learn that you are pregnant.Don’t wait for a dental emergency!Eat healthy foods and drink plenty offluoridated water. Bottled nursery water found inthe grocery is a great source of fluoridated water.Brush and floss daily to prevent cavitiesand gum infection, though some light bleeding ofthe gums is normal during pregnancy due to hormonalchanges. Please contact the SeminoleDental Program on your reservation; Big Cypress(863) 983-5151; Brighton (863) 763-0271;Hollywood (954) 964-3411.Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Floridato Hold "Wellness Festival 2004"miles west of Krome Avenue on Tamiami Trail.The Health Fair will be located at the school gym.For additional information, or to answerany questions you may have, please call DeniseWard, Health Planner, at (305) 223-8380 ext. 2233at your earliest convenience. We appreciate yourtime and consideration and look forward to hearingfrom you soon. Thank you.Billy CypressChairmanMy name is Christie (Gopher) Strickland.My family and I live in the Brighton/Okeechobeearea. On Dec. 15, we opened a retail Lighting Showroom and fan store in Okeechobee. The name of ourstore is Fantasy Lighting, located at 415 SW Park St.On Feb. 7, we will be having a grand openingfrom 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. I would like toinvite everyone to join us for this special occasion.We will have drawings, free gifts and food/drinks forall.We carry a complete line of light fixturessuch as: chandeliers, vanity lights, coach lights, tableand floor lamps, and indoor/outdoor ceiling fans, justto name a few. Hope to see you thereHours of operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.;closed Sunday.Phone (863) 467- LITE (5483); Fax (863) 467- 5007.Lighting consultant available by appointment

The Seminole Tribune 12 February 6, 2004Education vCongratulations PAC Meeting AttendeesBy Cindy Hughes, Assistant Directorof EducationHOLLYWOOD —Congratulations to the parents ofSeminole students who have attendedtwo or more Parent AdvisoryCommittee (PAC) meetings this schoolyear. The Department of Education andlocal PAC Committees thank these parentsfor their support and continuedeffort towards the education of theirchildren.The Private SchoolScholarship Policy requires all parentsof private school students to attend atleast two PAC meetings during theschool year. The Education Departmentencourages the parents to attend allPAC meetings, whether your childattends private or public school.PAC Committee meetings areheld at each reservation. Please contactyour reservation's advisor to find outthe dates and times of your PAC meetings.If you, as a private school parent,do not see your name on the followingGED Classes will be offeredon the Hollywood Reservation startingon Jan. 26, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday.Classes will be held on the second floorin the Dorothy Scott Osceola (DSO)Memorial Building.Submitted by Dora BellCross Country: Seminole Trails CrossCountry CampsIndividual Camp: July 12-17; Cost:$299Team Camp: July 20-24; Cost: $279For more information e-mail rbraman@mailer.fsu.edu;application availableat: www.fsutrack.com, or callCoach Braman at (850) 644-327Soccer: Patrick Baker Soccer Camps,Tallahassee, FLSession I - June 7-11Session II - Elite Week June 14 - 18Session III - Striker/Keeper July 24-27Ages: 7-18Special features: Great skills sessions.Prices: Residential - $425 full day -$375; ¾ day - $300Track and FieldFor more information visit:http://www.seminoletrackcamp.com/Volleyballlist, that means you have not yet completedthe required attendance at twomeetings.Most PAC Committees willhave their last meeting in May, so youonly have four months left to attend andfulfill the requirements. If you do notattend the two PAC meetings, you maylose the chance to qualify for a scholarshipnext year. If you have any questions,please contact the advisor on yourreservation.Parents who have attended twoor more PAC meetings: CorneliaOsceola, Barbara Billie, Glory Diaz,Janine Cypress Dawna Bell, Lisa Billie,Michelle Billie, Allison Osceola, ErickaCypress, Debi DeHass, Bobby Frank,Jennifer Idle, Felicia Holata, CarlaCypress Wanda Bowers, VirginiaMitchell, Francine Osceola, TammyOsceola, Virginia Osceola, MelissaDeMayo, Leona Tommie-Williams,Angel Billie, Holly Tiger, Donna Turtleand Nancy Willie.GED Classes AvailableAnyone interested in registeringfor the GED classes, please contactthe Employment Assistance andTraining Program at (954) 989-6840,prompt 5, between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00p.m.Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten RegistrationThe Seminole Tribe of Florida’sDepartment of Education would like toannounce the Kindergarten Summer Programregistration. Parents of all children enteringkindergarten in Sept. must register from June14 – July 30, between 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.For more information call LindaKnee, Pre-K and Kindergarten EducationAdvisor, at (954) 989-6840.Summer Camps Offered at FSUThe deadline for minority studentsin the chemical sciences to applyfor scholarships from the AmericanChemical Society (ACS) is Feb. 15. Incollaboration with several industrialpartners and contributors, the AmericanChemical Society, which is the world'slargest scientific society, makes thescholarships available to students aspart of its ACS Scholars Program.African American,Hispanic/Latino and Native Americanstudents who are pursuing studies inchemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry,environmental science andrelated disciplines at two- and four-yearcolleges are eligible to receive renewableawards of $2,500 - $3,000. Thesociety expects to award approximately$850,000 this academic year to academicallyaccomplished, but underrepresentedminorities.Relatively few minorities pursuechemistry-related careers, accordingto a report prepared by the society. In2000, for example, Hispanics/Latinos,who make up 14 percent of the U.S.population, represented less than threepercent of the chemistry workforce;African Americans, at almost 12 percentof the population, comprised lessthan two percent of the chemical workforce;and Native Americans, representingone percent of the population, madeNike Camp: July 8-11Individual Camp: July 13-16Team Camp: July 19-22TennisJune 2004: 6-10, 13-17, and 20-24(seperate camps)SoftballSession 1: June 6-9Session 2: June 10-12Session 3: June 20-23Session 4: June 24-26Football, Basketball, and Golf do nothave dates as of yet, but I’ll have themto you as soon as possible.GolfBoys Camp: June 13 - June 16Womens BasketballIndividual camp: June 11-13Elite Skills camp: June 13-17Team Camp: June 18-201 Day camp (for eighth graders andyounger): June 28- July 1College Scholarships in Science Fieldsup less than 1 percent of the chemicalworkforce.More than 1,350 students havereceived financial support from theACS, based on a mix of academicachievement and financial need, sincethe Scholars Program was launchedwith a $5 million grant in 1995. Theprogram is a winner of the 2001President's Award for Excellence inScience, Mathematics and EngineeringMentoring, and the 1997 Award ofExcellence from the American Societyof Association Executives.Several collaborating partners,including AstraZeneca, Bayer, theDreyfus Foundation, Dupont,GlaxoSmithKline, Procter & Gambleand Xerox, have contributed $100,000or more to the Scholars Program. PPGIndustries Foundation, Inc. – a foundingpartner of the program – has contributedmore than $500,000. Manycompanies also offer mentoring andpaid internships to selected programparticipants as part of a student's academicand career development plan.For more information pleasecontact Natasha Bruce at (202) 872-4379. For more details about applyingfor a scholarship, visitwww.chemistry.org/scholars, or call(800) 227-5558, Ext. 6250.Students learn of incentives through the Higher Education Scholarship Program.By Emma BrownOn Thursday Jan. 15 students in grades 9 – 12 from theBrighton Reservation were invited to the Golden Corral restaurantfor a luncheon with Dora Bell, Higher Education Advisor,Tanya Huff, Employment and Training Counselor, and EmmaBrown, Brighton Education Advisor.Bell informed the students about higher educationscholarships they can apply for with the Seminole Tribe. Shealso told each child that each tribal citizen is eligible to attendcollege through this program.Bell also explained that tuition and some expenses, suchas books, are fully paid for by the tribe, and each participantreceives a stipend each month to assist them while attendingschool. As with any scholarship, there are rules, such as maintaininga 2.0 grade point average, and staying in contact with theHigher Education staff should the student decide to leave schoolduring a semester. Bell told students she is available to assist studentswith matters such as college selection, career and degreeBy Donny ArnoldBRIGHTON — Seminole Tribe FireRescue firefighters Mike Hopkins and DonnyArnold took time out of their busy schedule onThursday, Jan. 15, to offer fire prevention andsafety instructions for the youth of theBrighton Reservation's After School Program.They taught the children manyaspects of fire prevention and safety such as:Learn not to burn, give matches and lighters toadults, the importance of smoke detectors inthe home, and “stop, drop and roll.” They alsotaught the children to call 911 if an emergencyoccurs, and told them what information theyneed to tell the dispatcher.The firefighters gave the children firesafety stickers, pencils, fire safety coloringbooks, and their very own junior fire helmet.By Emma BrownBRIGHTON — Bryan Arledge is the son of Arica andShane Buck. He is in the 11th grade at Okeechobee High Schooland resides on the Brighton Reservation. Some of Bryan’sfavorite activities include football, basketball, and beinginvolved in Student Council at school.Arledge would like to attend Florida State Universityafter he graduates, and set the pace for a successful career. Hewould like to major in architecture and someday build housesand buildings for the Seminole Tribe.He offered some motivating advice for young tribalmembers.“Don’t take the tribe for granted because they might notalways be there,” Arledge said. “Stay in school, and don’t berecognized as the ‘typical Indian’.”It was spoken like someone well on his way to successfulcareer. He said the biggest inspirational influence in his lifehas been Andrew Bowers, because he has gone beyond highschool, and is working on a successful career.choices, campus visits, etc.Huff shared with the students a little about vocationalschool and job training. For those students wishing to obtain atechnical degree or certification in any area, such as culinary art,the Employment and Training Department will assist. This programfunctions a great deal like Higher Education. Employmentand Training will also assist with job placement for those thatwould like to begin their work experience early.For those students less than 18 years of age, there arepositions available that will allow you to work up to 20 hoursper week. Each of the students attending the luncheon heard ofmany different options they are privy to being that they are tribalcitizens. If you are interested in attending college, no matterwhat your age, please contact your local Education Department.The Higher Education Scholarship program is a greatincentive for tribal citizens to attend college, and as a potentialstudent, Dora Bell, or your respective Education Advisor, canhelp with planning.Brighton Reservation's After School ProgramDonny ArnoldFirefighter Mike Hopkins assists DelaneyOsceola with spraying some water from thefire hose at the fire prevention and safetydemonstration at the Brighton Gym onJanuary 15, 2004.Emma BrownBrighton Students Meet with Higher Education AdvisorAlona DriggersMeet the Brighton StudentsEmma BrownBryan ArledgeEmma Brownsatisfy her two-year foreign language requirement. Her primarygoal is to attend college to study Indian law or forensic science.Once she has completes her studies, Jade wishes toreturn home and work for the tribe.Braswell’s advice to the younger generation is to, “getinvolved and excel in school because it will only hurt you in thefuture if you don’t.”Braswell said the biggest influences in her life are herparents because they have always inspired her to do her best,and to succeed in anything she wants to be.All three of these students are of strong character andremarkably talented. The Brighton Education Department isvery proud that they are a part of us and the Seminole Tribe.Good luck to each of you, and may you achieve all of yourgoals.You Can Help Your Child Learn to ReadFoundations for reading:Children will develop an awareness ofsounds and letters. Children will developthe building blocks for learning toread and write by understanding thatlanguage is made of words, the wordsare made of letters, and that letters representsounds.Use talk to express needs orfeelingsUse talk to enact or tell a storyAsk questions: why, where whoand when.Talk and listen in small groups(dinnertime conversation; sharing experiencesat school, daycare or church).Respond to direct questions.Use different words to expressthe same idea. Use language to describeitems and eventsRecognize and repeat nurseryrhymes, songs and poems.Children explore and play withlanguage to communicate with others.These are suggestions for you to use tobuild a solid foundation for reading.For more information callLinda Knee, Pre-K and KindergartenEducation Advisor, at(954) 989-6840.Alona Driggers is the daughter of Wade and JulieDriggers. She is a senior at Lake Placid High School where sheplays softball and golf.Driggers plans on attending Texas A&M Universityand majoring in agricultural economics. After college, she planson returning back to Florida to use her knowledge and degree tobegin a successful career.She offered some advice to young tribal members comingup.“Stay in school, be involved, and keep up your grades,”Driggers said.Driggers gives her family credit for inspiring herbecause she feels they only accept her best and never allow herto settle for less.Jade Braswell is the daughter of Jay and Kay Braswell.She is a senior at Okeechobee High School and is involved inthe rodeo, and a member of the Cattleman’s Association.Braswell also has chosen to learn the Creek language toJade BraswellEmma Brown

The Seminole Tribune 13 February 6, 2004Sports v Ham-pa-leesh-ke v VkkopvnkvWarrior’s Boxing, Inc. PhotoTwo-time former heavyweight champion Michael Moorer TKO’s Brazilian heavyweightJose Da-Silva.Night of the HeavyweightsBy Nery MejicanoCOCONUT CREEK, FL — OnJan. 17, Warrior’s Boxing Promotionsprovided boxing fans with an event thatfilled the Coconut Creek Casino’s arena tocapacity. Following the successfulBackyard Brawl Series in 2003, Warrior’sBoxing Promotions, in association withthe Seminole Tribe of Florida CoconutCreek Casino, started the 2004 seasonwith a bang.There were seven bouts, with theWarrior’s Boxing, Inc. PhotoTito Mendoza captured the WBC Latin AmericanSuper Middle Weight title.main event featuring two-time formerheavyweight champion Michael Moorerfacing Brazilian heavyweight Jose Da-Silva.During the seventh round,Moorer came out strong, punching Da-Silva into a confused and stumbling state.After landing a series of blows to thehead, Da-Silva's team threw in the towelending the bout and giving Moorer a victoryby total knock out (TKO).In other bouts, Eliaser Castillo ofMiami, Fla. defeated Uriah Grant byknock out (KO) in round one. This boutwas a no contest fight as Grant was nomatch for Castillo’s hard punches.Kendrick Releford of Forth Worth, Texas,was defeated by DaVarryl Williamsonfrom Washington, D.C. in the ninth round,after Releford received a strong punchthat resulted in a TKO by Williamson.Tito Mendoza, from Panama, afavorite of the South Florida fans, defeatedEttianne Whitaker from Warren, Ohioby KO in the third round.In the longest fight ofthe night, Ramon Garbey, FortLauderdale, Fla. won by unanimousdecision in the eleventhround against Jarmell Barnesof Rochester, N.Y. for theNorth American BoxingOrganization CruiserweightChampionship.In the LightHeavyweight Division, DanielJudah, Brooklyn, N.Y, defeatedTiwon Tylor of Las Vegas,Nev., in the fifth round byKO. In his first professionalbout, Julius Bishop ofClewiston, Fla. lost to ChadButler of New Brunswick,N.J. by KO in round four.In all, this was anothergreat example of the highquality fights featured byWarrior’s Boxing Promotions,which was named 2003 NorthAmerican Boxing Association(NABA) Promoter of the year. This is amajor accomplishment considering this isonly the second year for the Hollywood,Fla. based company.Warrior’s currently has fourNABA champions: Heavyweight LanceWhitaker, featherweight Whymer Garcia,Super bantamweight Celestino Caballeroand flyweight Angel Priolo.In addition, Warrior’s hasannounced the signing of middleweightchampion Daniel Santos of Puerto Rico.Florida High School RodeoShelby Osceola placed sixth in breakaway roping and pole bending,By Tabby OsceolaBRIGHTON — The FloridaHigh School Rodeo was held at theBrighton Reservation, Saturday Jan 24.The weekend started with a 3-HeadProgressive Benefit Team Roping whereJason Grasshopper made it to the secondGo three times, but had no luck in makingit to the final round.On Saturday, the High SchoolRodeo started at 10:00 a.m. Trina Bowersand Shelby Osceola were ready to competeagainst other high school studentsthroughout Florida. Trina Bowers competedin barrel racing, breakaway roping andteam roping where she placed fourth withher partner Jenna Adams. Osceola competedin goat tying, breakaway roping(where she placed sixth), barrel racing,pole bending (where she placed sixth) andteam roping.Congratulations to Trina Bowersand Shelby Osceola for a successful day.The next High School Rodeo will be heldin March in Ocala, Fla. where these twogirls will likely compete again.The Fourth Annual CouncilVersus Board rodeo was held at theImmokalee Rodeo Grounds Saturdaynight, Jan. 24, 2004. The evening waskicked off with a barbecue given by theTabitha OsceolaBoard Representatives. Moses Jumper Jr.was the host for the evening and startedthe Rodeo off by thanking all the BoardRepresentatives for their support.Congratulations to all, especiallyto the Board who ended up winning thetrophy, which will be displayed inImmokalee until the next Council versusBoard Rodeo, to be held in Big Cypressnext year.The winners for the eveningwere: Mutton Busting: Calgary JumperCalf Riding: Andre Jumper. Junior BullRiding: No entries in this category.Senior Bull Riding: Clinton Holt. BarrelRacing (10 and younger): AcelynYoungblood. Barrel Racing (11-16 yearsold): Shyla Jones. Barrel Racing (17 andolder): Trina Bowers. Calf Scramble (12and younger): Chelsea Mancil. YouthGoat Team Roping: Andre Jumper &Bevlin Jumper. Team Penning: JoshJumper and Naha Jumper. RibbonRoping: Josh Jumper and PaulettaBowers. Wild Cow Milking: Mike Henry& Joey Henry. Team Roping &Branding: Jennifer Mancil, Josh Jumperand Benny Hernandez. Trailer Race:Jennifer Mancil, Candy Mancil and SamAllyson. Money the Hard Way: RayRivera.Canes Win Native American Students Association TitleBy Alexandra FrankPHILADELPHIA,MS. — The Choctaw Tribe ofPearl River hosted the NativeAmerican Sports Association(NASA) Tournament. The 28teams representing Choctaw,Cherokees, Seminole,Miccosukee, and Iroquoisplayed at four gyms located onChoctaw land.The tournament startedon Thursday Jan. 8 andlasted until Saturday Jan. 10.The men’s teams played 55games in both the winners andlosers brackets. The womenteams played 24 games in thewinners and losers brackets aswell.The Canes started outwith a strong lead in points,and as some of you mayremember, they are the 2002NASA Champions. At the timeof their win, they were one ofthe smallest teams to face thedefending champions Iroquois AthleticClub (IAC).All that changed in 2003 whenExpress, a Choctaw team fromMississippi took last year’s title, whichput the Canes in third place. TheChoctaws had beaten out the Canes tosnag second place.This year, the Canes came backThe Lady Seminoles placed third.By Paula CasselsDAVIE — On Jan. 18, MosesOsceola, Robert Frank and Dora Tigerpresented The First President's New Year'sBowling Tournament, held at the DonCarter's University Bowl in Davie. Thistournament featured two sessions, in thefirst session seniors 50-59, 60 and more,and a youth division 6-11yrs. 12-17 yrs.competed in three games 3-6-9, regularand No Tap. Games in the second sessionAdults 18-49 had to have a partner to participate.During the bowling tournamentticket drawing for bowling bags, cashprizes and 27" flat screen televisions wereheld. The tournament ran late into theevening, and everyone enjoyed the bowlingtournament and went home withsmiles. Special thanks, to Moses Osceolafor sponsoring The President's New Year'sBowling Tournament.No TapSeniors, 50 – 59: Joe Osceola, 246; MaryTigertail, 237; Ronnie Doctor, 226; MabelDoctor, 223; Dora Tiger, 209; ParkerJones, 205; Lois Smith, 190; MaryBowers, 189; David Jumper, 168; RubyOsceola, 156; Sammy Gopher, 155;Sonny N., 149; John (Bear) Osceola, 142;Jack Smith, 130; Christine N., 99.Super Seniors, 60 and older:Eugene Bowers, 266; Don Osceola, 232,Sammy Nelson, 202; Annie Jumper, 182;Dan Osceola, 181; Madell Osceola, 180;Archie Johns, 170; Mary Gay Osceola,169; Joe J. Billie, 156; Billy Micco, 155;Rosie Billie, 148; Louise Billie, 145;Lottie Baxley, 101; Alice Snow, 100.RegularSeniors, 50 – 59: Dora Tiger, 196; MabelDoctor, 184; Jack Smith, 180; Sonny N.,177; Mary Bowers, 172; Sammy Gopher,171; Joe Osceola, 166; David Jumper,147; Mary Tirgertail, 145; Ronnie Doctor,143; Ruby Osceola, 141; Lois Smith, 133;Parker Jones, 130; Shirley Sampson, 121;John (Bear) Osceola, 111.Super Seniors, 60 and older:Eugene Bowers, 211; Mary Gay Osceola,163; Joe J. Billie, 155; Archie Johns, 154;Sammy Nelson, 149; Dan Osceola, 148;Madell Osceola, 145; Alice Snow, 144;Don Osceola, 141; Annie Jumper, 133;Louise Billie, 131; Rosie Billie, 128; BillyMicco, 103; Lottie Baxley, 83.Alma Johns and Danny Jones,530 (combined score); Amanda Smith andDanny Tommie, 481; Cathy Jumper andMike Micco, 472; Rosette Bowers andDamon Wilcox, 468; Jeanette Cypress andChris Osceola, 465; Mary Wilcox andAndre Jumper, 456; Marilyn Doney andLeon Wilcox, 428; Gail Cypress andDerrick Thomas, 427; Brandi Clay andJoey Micco, 420; Denise Morin andEugene Tiger, 412; Trish Wilcox andAlbert Snow, 410; Dora Tiger and RogerSmith, 398; Crystal Smith and MitchOsceola, 390; Rosette Jumper and BobbyFrank, 389; Linda Tommie and GarrettOsceola, 386.High woman: Alma Johns, 254High man: Chris Osceola, 2783-6-9Seniors, 50 – 59: David Jumper, 228;Mabel Doctor, 222; Ronnie Doctor, 220;Parker Jones, 215; Sammy Gopher, 214;Joe Osceola, 214; Jack Smith, 210; DoraTiger, 194; Lois Smith, 194; RubyOsceola, 193; Mary Bowers, 193; MaryTigertail, 173; John (Bear) Osceola, 168;Lawrence Osceola, 150; Shirley Sampson,The Canes defeated the Choctaws 60-49 to win the 2004 NASA Championship.Alexandra Frankwith a vengeance, as they repeatedlydefeated team after team of native playerswho were looking at a shot at winning thetournament. One of the most heatedgames played on the court was betweenthe Canes and Express on Saturday morning.Express, an experienced team loadedwith talent, were set on maintaining theirchampionship status.The game was one of talent,skill, aggression, and determination.Tony Heard displayed hisrelentless skills as a power forward,while Charlie Frye dominatedthe boards with lay-up shotsand blocking. Anthony Hugginswas dead on aim for three pointersas the Canes proved to be a forceto reckoned with.The Canes defeatedExpress 65 – 54. This did not sitwell with the Choctaw fans, buteating humble pie doesn’t tastewell when eaten with a grain ofsalt. The Canes continued theirdominate streak racking in animpressive 50 point lead in onegame while in other games, posted12 – 31 point lead. Despite all theunnecessary technical fouls calledagainst Canes players, the points145.Super Seniors, 60 and older:Sammy Nelson, 210; Eugene Bowers,201; Dan Osceola, 194; Joe J. Billie, 189;Billy Micco, 180; Mary Gay Osceola,170; Annie Jumper, 167; Archie Johns,158; Lottie Baxley, 153; Don Osceola,149; Rosie Billie, 138; Madell Osceola,134; Alice Snow, 132; Louise Billie, 118.Cathy Jumper and DannyTommie, 449 (combined score); AmandaSmith and Marcy Osceola, 428; RosetteBowers and Chris Osceola, 418; VivianDelgado and Elton Shore, 416; BetsyFranco and Bill Johns, 405; MaryTigertail and Andre Jumper, 404; AlmaJohns and Eugene Tiger, 402; TommieBillie and Lawrence Balentine, 389; TrishWilcox and Philman Bowers, 397; BrandiClay and Blake Osceola, 396; CrystalSmith and Leon Wilcox Jr., 395; ShirleySampson and Leon Wilcox, 385; DianeSmith and Remus Griffin, 385; MichelleOsceola and Matthew Cypress, 382; Loisgenerated by the Canes came about withblood, and sweat.It paid off during the championshipwhen the Canes faced the secondplace winners from last year, theChoctaws. The game was close, but theCanes prevailed, defeated the Choctaws60 – 49 and walked away the 2004 NASAChampions.The Lady Seminoles were not asfortunate as the Canes lost, despite animpressive line up that included MercedesOsceola and Lila Osceola. The team losttheir first game on Friday night to lastyear’s champions, Native Honey’s. Thismeant the Lady Seminoles were in theloser’s bracket, and they had to battletheir way out of the loser’s bracket withtwo games played back to back.They faced Native Honey’s intheir final game but the back to backgames had a draining effect on the womenand their attempt at the championshiptitle. The Lady Seminoles were defeated69 – 55 and walked away with third placein the NASA Tournament.All Florida teams played with allthey had; let us hope they continue to playin future NASA Tournaments with thechampionship title in their sights.The President’s New Year’s Bowling TournamentParticipants sign up for a chance to win a flat screen television.Ready to bowl!Paula CasselsAlexandra FrankSmith and Joe B. Osceola, 381. Highwoman: Tie; Betsy Franco and MaryTigertail, 203. High Man: Marcy Osceola,2771st RegularCrystal Smith and Marcy Osceola, 402(combined score); Elton Shore and FarrahJones, 399; Brett Osceola and MitchOsceola, 388; Monica Cypress and MikeMicco, 370; Michelle Osceola and LeonWilcox, 368; Betsy Franco and RemusGriffin, 363; Mary Wilcox and DamonPaula CasselsWilcox, 360; Jackie Thompson and AndreJumper, 355; Alma Johns and Bill Johns,348; Brandi Cox and Milo Osceola, 345;Lois Smith and David Jumper, 341; DoraTiger and Rufus Tiger, 340; BeulahGopher and Lawrence Balentine, 340;Rosetta Bowers and Danny Jones, 339;Shannon Gopher and Sampson Gopher,337. High woman: Mary Wilson, 200.High man: Marcy Osceola, 242.2nd RegularJeanette Cypress and Eugene Tiger, 390(combined score); Beulah Gopher andBobby Frank, 374; Dora Tiger andDerrick Thomas, 369; Alma Johns andAndre Jumper, 359; Brandi Clay andDanny Jumper, 355; Mary Bowers andRoger Bean, 354; Diane Smith and DannyTommie, 349; Farrah Jones and KennyDoney, 348; Rosie Billie and AlvinBuster, 339; Rosette Bowers and MarcyOsceola, 335; Cathy Jumper and MatthewCypress, 330; Monica Cypress and EltonShore, 325; Jackie Thompson and ParkerJones, 320; Lois Smith and BlakeOsceola, 368.High woman: Terry Frank, 191High man: Eugene Tiger, 227Ages 6 – 11Tommie Jackson, 367; Clarissa Jumper,356; Deforrest Carter, 343; Janet Smith,339; Nathan Gopher, 338; CatlenTommie, 333; Marshall Tommie, 332;Kristen Doney, 324; Dalton Jumper, 310;Jonathan Robins, 309; Tristen Wilcox,309; Richard Smith, 295; MaKayla Snow,289; Tameron Wilcox, 243; Rumor Juarez,240.Ages 12 – 17Mary Huff, 450; Robert Frank III, 445;Hillard Gopher, 436; Jerome Davis, 408;Cordell Jumper, 396; Dejong Frank, 374;Gregory Carter, 352; Ruby Harrell, 339;Jewel Buck, 328.

The Seminole Tribune 14 February 6, 2004Fourth Annual Reservation Rally v RallyContinued from page 1Jumper said she has sufferedfrom diabetes for 36 years and back thenthe tribe did not know how severely thisdisease would strike Native Americans.She said she wanted to serve as an examplethat diet and exercise will preventwhat happened to her.“The way the youngpeople are walking and runningtoday, if they do this, Ihope they won’t get diabeteslater,” she said.The enthusiastic 713participants showed up in theearly morning hours to testtheir physical fitness onSaturday Jan. 17, enduring theshivering early-morning coldand then sweating from thesun as it warmed up during therace.Before the racebegan, words of encouragementcame from the tribal representativesof each reservation.“It is good to havefriendly competition,” saidHollywood TribalRepresentative Max OsceolaJr. “But, today, it is not justteams from Brighton,Hollywood, Tampa,Immokalee and Big Cypresscompeting against each other.Today we are also teamSeminole.”“You are here toprove something,” he continued.“You are proving we arehere for our health.”Regarding the challenge of theBy Michael KellyBRIGHTON — WahillaDoonkeen, Band Chief for the MikasukiNation in Oklahoma City, OK said he washighly impressed at the 4th Annual RezRally held in Brighton.“I'm taking this event back hometo my band in Oklahoma,” saidDoonkeen. “This is a great event andthere is no excuse we can't duplicate it.There are approximately 1,400 people inour band, and after experiencing thisevent, I would like to challenge each andevery member to participate. It can bedone.”Doonkeen, a guest of ChairmanMitchell Cypress, met him about threeyears ago and recalled his enthusiasm forbeing healthy. Cypress understands theimportance of diet and exercise and theconsequences of diabetes."My diabetes levels were veryhigh, but with exercise and a proper diet,I've gone from 365 to 165," said Cypress."We need to get the message across nowto our young children about the dangersA Diabetes Prevention Program Study ended their studyearly to report their results to the New England Journal ofMedicine.According to the American Diabetes Association(ADA), by adopting a moderate, consistent diet and exercise program,many people with risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes canstop the disease before it becomes irreversible."Some of the positive effects that physical activity canhave on patients with Type 2 Diabetes are: Lower obesity rates,race, he brought a laugh to thecrowd when he said: “The lasttime I ran this far, I was chasinggirls.”It was evident thisevent was a family affair with manymoms and dads pushing their babies inthe stroller category. Rachel Smith of BigCypress pushed her baby, Julia, in thestroller category, while her husband,Mike, and son, Robert, walked.“This is about staying healthy,staying clean, no drugs, no alcohol,”Smith said.Parents set the example bringingtheir older children and doing the rallywith them. Brighton resident Matt Gopherwalked in the race as did his two daughters,Shemi and Shay. Gopher said he hadgained weight and this walk was motivationfor him to start an exercise programagain.“We have a tribe with a lot ofdiabetes which leads to poor health,”Gopher said.Sisters Lorraine Posada andLenora Roberts competed against eachother as well as the other reservations.Susan EtxebarriaAgnes Jumper was determined to complete the three milejourney.Posada placed 3rd in the runner’s division,while Roberts placed 4th.“My sister won last year so Iwanted to keep up with her,” said Posada.“We come from one of the smaller communities;we wanted to put Immokalee onthe Seminole map. I have been practicingall year and it paid off.”Last year’s first place winner,Lalo Rodriguez, representing Brighton,came in second in the race this year. Justahead of him by a few yards for the entireof diabetes."Although Doonkeen is excitedabout bringing the memories of an eventlike the Rez Rally back to her home state,she realizes there are obstacles.“It's difficult for the CreekNation and Mikasuki Nation becausethey're so spread out, said Doonkeen.“The Creek Nation is spread over 11counties, while the Mikasuki Nation ismixed in an urban setting,”If there was one element of theRez Rally that impressed the guests ofChairman Cypress was that all the reservationsgathered together for such animportant cause.“I'm really impressed with thisevent," said Matt Tiger, a Minister fromthe Creek Nation in Oklahoma. “We couldtry to get something like this togetherback home.”Rusty Powell, also a member ofthe Creek Nation and a Deacon, said,“Because we are spread out in 11 counties,it makes it hard to come together likethis, but we've set up health fairs in theAdditional Diabetes Factsrace was first place runner, Jordan Jones,who had placed second in last year’s race.Jones said he did not practice thecourse, but he stays in shape playing basketballduring the year. This tall, lankyninth grader ran the course in 12 minutes,47 seconds. Rodriguez said they switchedplaces this year but he looks forward to2005 when he will try to take back firstplace.No event this largeand successful happens accidentally.Sponsors and organizersstarted planning for thisevent in October. There weremany people involved, butmost important were the teamcaptains of each reservationwho worked at getting as largea turnout as possible.The captains for BigCypress were: Candy Cypress,Cathy Cypress, Cherelee Hall,Vera Herrera, RochelleOsceola, and Clea Billie.Brighton/Tampa: Terry Hahn,Patty Waldron, Amanda Smithand Lonnie Gore. FromHollywood/Ft. Pierce/Trail: BoYoung, Jo North, Holly Tigerand Diane Buster.Immokalee/Naples: DavidBillie and Maria Billie.Sponsors included theChairman and TribalRepresentatives, thePresident’s Office and BoardRepresentatives, the SeminoleTribe Recreation and HealthDepartment, and Nike, Inc.Numerous volunteers includedthe Seminole PoliceDepartment, SeminoleFire Rescue, and the GladesCounty Emergency MedicalService.Perhaps the closingwords of the master of ceremonies,John Madrigal, said itall.“We went from 620participants last year to 713this year,” he said. “Next year let’s makeit 1,000.”Then he reminded everyone whythey ran, why they walked, and that winningwasn’t the most important thing.“We are glad to see you takingcare of your health,” Madrigal said. “Weare glad you came out. This makes yourheart strong – and that makes the tribestrong. The only way you can lose is bynot showing up.”Guests of Seminole Tribe Impressed by Rez RallyBy Michael KellyBRIGHTON — ConnieWhidden and Suzanne Davis were allsmiles as they saw the huge number oftribal citizens participating in the 4thAnnual Rez Rally. Months of hard workand preparation paid off as nearly a quarterof the Seminole Tribe of Floridawalked, ran, or strolled their way to betterhealth.“Fitness is for every age andevery level,” said Chairman MitchellCypress. “The Reservation Rally representsindividuals, families and communitiescoming together to make a differencein the health of the Tribe. Together we arestronger and every year we get better.”Fitness Director VickyBarogiannis leads the tribe’s efforts inmaking exercise a priority.“We beat our total participantnumbers this year. We went from 629 in2003 to 713 people enrolled in the race,”said Connie Whidden, Allied HealthDirector. "It was great to see so manypeople out to participate in the RezRally.”Suzanne Davis, Allied ProgramHealth Manager, was pleased to seeeveryone take such a vested interest intheir health.So how important has the RezRally become? Nike, Inc. and Kinko’s arejust two of the sponsors that recognize thegrowing popularity of the Rez Rally.Thanks to Nike, Inc., anyone who completedthe Rally received a voucher for apair of athletic shoes.Dr. Robert H. Sheinberg, footand ankle specialist, was just one of thecommitted professionals available toassist Rally participants with foot issuesand shoe fittings. Dr. Sheinberg stressedthat proper foot care is essential for peopleof all ages, especially people with diabetes.“Children should be assessed forflat feet which have been found to be verycommon among Native American youth,”said Dr. Sheinberg. “Proper orthotics willalleviate future foot problems."While many enjoyed the friendlylaidback atmosphere of the rally, someindividuals are taking the competitionseriously.“I heard many people say thatthey trained for the event,” said Whidden.“This tells me that some people are beginningto take responsibility for their health.It was really good to see all the councilrepresentatives also participate. I thinkeveryone did a wonderful job at workingtogether to organize this event.”“Team effort coming from alldifferent tribal programs makes this eventa success,” added Whidden. “I also wantto thank the team captains from the differentreservations who put so much effortinto this.”Davis, along with a host of volunteerswho braved the predawn cold, isalready gearing up for next year's Rally.past and gotten a good response from thecommunity.”“We do hold community eventsand health fairs, but not on this scale,”said Clarence Johnson, of the CreekNation. “We're starting to implement diabetesawareness events to our community.We'll start small and hope that the eventsgrow like they've done here.”The Rez Rally didn't begin withhundreds of participants four years ago,Chairman Cypress recalled the first rally.“The first year we held the RezRally, we had about 100 people” he said.“This year we have over 700 people. Theevent keeps growing, but I want to set agoal of 1000 people next year."“This event is a great combinationof healthy competition, healthy food,and friendship,” Cypress continued. “Ithink a reason for the success of this eventis that people don't want to miss out onthe fun and health. Be healthy and havefun.”Health Department Enjoys "Healthy" Turnout at Rez RallyA big thank you to BrightonBuilding and Grounds and Jody Goodmanfor their many efforts to make the 2004Rez Rally a sparkling success.Center for Disease Control andIndian Health Service DiabetesFacts from 2000It has been estimated that 17million people in the U.S. have diabetes.Diabetes: U.S. population -Approximately 6.2%Diabetes: Seminole Tribe ofFlorida - Approximately 15%Nationwide cost of diabetes:$3.4 billionU.S. cost in medical expendituresand lost productivity climbedfrom $98 billion in 1997 to $132 billionin 2002 (American DiabetesAssociation publication in March 2003issue of Diabetes Care Magazine)Cardiovascular Disease is theleading killer in diabetes patients.Research has proven that regular exercisecan prevent or delay the onset ofdiabetes.Regular exercise is anextremely important part of controllingsugar in people with diabetes.For more information on diabetesplease contact your local clinicstaff, health educator or nutritionist.strengthened heart, stabilized blood sugar, and cells will becomemore responsive to insulin," said Dr. Barry Goldstein, Directorof Endocrinology at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia,PA.He added, "Regular, moderate physical activity clearlyhelps to manage diabetes in those who have it and definitely canprevent it from happening among people at high risk for the disease."

The Seminole Tribune 15 February 6, 2004Fourth Annual Reservation Rally v2004 Reservation Rally WinnersIf you have any questions on the results,please Contact Vicky Barogiannis at (954)347-4104Children (12 and Under)Female Runners1st, Nelson, Kayla, BR2nd, Nunez, Destiny, BR3rd, Delarose, La Rissa, Immk4th, Billie, Natasha, BC5th, Billie, Shawna, BCChildren (12 and Under)Male Runners1st, Tommie, Catlen, BC2nd, Randolph, Seth, BR3rd, Tommie, Lavonta, Hlywd4th, Youngblood, Daylon, BR5th, Beardon, William, BRChildren (12 and Under)Female Walkers1st, Osceola, Courtney, Hlywd2nd, Buck, Jewel, BR3rd, Tommie, Jennifer, BR4th, Bowers, Sierra, BC5th, Macelroy, Beth, ImmkChildren (12 and Under)Male Walkers1st, Cypress, Oshanne, BC2nd, Huff, Ty, BR3rd, Hernanadez, Allen, Immk4th, Osceola, Trevor, Hlywd5th, Thomas, Layton, BRJuniors (13 - 17)Female Runners1st, Osceola, Jeanne, BR2nd, Huff, Mary, BR3rd, Smith, Brittany, BR4th, Osceola, Reba, BR5th, Tommie, Monique, HlywdJuniors (13 - 17)Male Runners1st, Jones, Jordan, BR2nd, Madrigal, Garrett, BR3rd, Taylor, Stanley, BR4th, Cypress, Alex, BC5th, Osceola, Lucas, BRJuniors (13 - 17)Female Walkers1st, Osceola, Tasha, Hlywd2nd, Marrero, Lazara, Immk3rd, Osceola, Keyah, BR4th, Osceola, JoJo, Hlywd5th, Sapp, Shamia, HlywdJuniors (13 - 17)Male Walkers1st, Billie, Byron, BC2nd, McCall, Casey, Hlywd3rd , Pumpkin, TJ, BC4th, Osceola, Joseph, Hlywd5th, Pumpkin, Marcus, BCAdult 1 (18 - 35)Female Runners1st, Osceola, Mercedes, Hlywd2nd, Billie, Rebecca, BC3rd, Roberts, Lenora, Immk4th, Posada, Lorriane, Immk5th, Billie, Clea, BCAdult 1 (18 - 35)Male Runners1st, Cypress, Tyrone, BC2nd, Brugh, Cody; Turtle, Adam, BR3rd, Bowers, Wilson, BC4th, Buckly, Clayton, BC5th, Briggs, Marcus, BCAdult 1 (18 - 35)Female Walkers1st, Huff, Jimmie, BR2nd, Brown, Emma, BR3rd, Billie, Tommie, BC4th, Tiger, Holly, Hlywd5th, Tommie, Angela, HlywdAdult 1 (18 - 35)Male Walkers1st, Sander, Gary (Trail), Hlywd2nd, Andrews, Nicolas, BC3rd , Jim, Herbert, Hlywd4th, Koontz, Darren, BR5th, Johns, Todd, BRAdult 2 (36 - 49)Female Runners1st, Lambert, Dee, BR2nd, Madrigal, Sheila, BR3rd, Billie, Almira, BC4th, Buster, Helene, BR5th, Clay, Shirley, BCAdult 2 (36 - 49)Male Runners1st, Hall, Jeremiah, BC2nd, Brown, Avant, BR3rd, Huff, Alan, BR4th, Madrigal, Magoo, BR5th, Johns, Jeff, BRAdult 2 (36 - 49)Female Walkers1st, Bowers, Ana, BC2nd, Madrigal, Mahala, BR3rd, Jones, Rose, BR4th, Braswell, Kay, BR5th, Tiger, Marilyn, BCAdult 2 (36 - 49)Male Walkers1st, Doney, Ken, BR2nd, Osceola, Kevin, BR3rd , Bowers, Richard, BC4th, Braswell, Jay, BR5th, Smith, Tracy, HlywdSeniors (50 - 59)Female Runners1st, Waldron, Patty, BRSeniors (50 - 59)Male Runners1st, Shomo, John, BC2nd, Osceola, Pete Jr., BR3rd, Johns, Billie Joe, BR4th, Bowers, Andy, BR5th, Sweat, Buddy, BRSeniors (50 - 59)Female Walkers1st, Bowers, Agnes, BR2nd, Osceola, Louise, BC3rd, Jumper, Lucille, BC4th, Tigertail, Mary, BC5th, Bowers, Wanda, HlywdSeniors (50 - 59)Male Walkers1st, Cypress, Mitchell, BC2nd, Johns, Willie, BR3rd , Bowers, Paul, BC4th, Roberts, Harley, BC5th, Phillip, Jumper, BCSuper Seniors (60 and Up)Female Runners1st, Jones, Martha, BRSuper Seniors (60 and Up)Male Runners1st, Tichener, Terry, BR2nd, Micco, Billy, BRSuper Seniors (60 and Up)Female Walkers1st , McDuffie, Edna TIE, BC1st, Haught, Mabel TIE, BR2nd, Johns, Alma, Hlywd3rd, Jumper, Annie, Hlywd4th, Billie, Louise, BC5th, Tommie, Virginia (Frances), BCSuper Seniors (60 and Up)Male Walkers1st, Johns, Stanlo, BR2nd, Bowers, Dan, BR3rd , Micco, Howard, BR4th, Jumper, Alan, BC5th, Billie, John, BCStroller - Female1st, Youngman, Rita, BR2nd, Jones, Ginger, BR3rd, Thomas, Michelle, BR4th, Smith, Rachel, BC5th, Jumper, Kathy, BCStroller - Male1st, Thomas, Jason, BR2nd, Billie, Hunter, BC3rd, Cypress, Roy, BC4th, Stockton, Kassim, BC5th, Bowers, Elrod, HlywdWheelchairBC, Billie, RosieBC, Cypress, LydiaBC, Cypress, TheoBR, Billie, RosieBR, Johns, MaryBR, Jones, HappyBR, Jumper, AgnesBR, Snow, AliceBR, Tommie, JuanitaBR, Tommie, Virginia LeeBR, Villa, JosephineFamily1st, Tina Gore Family, BR2nd , Rosie Billie, BC3rd , Elsie Smith, BREmployee (Adults Only)Female Runners1st, Brown, Niki, BR2nd, Burges, Mika, Hlywd3rd, Moncada, Maria, Hlywd4th, Brown, Sherrelle, Hlywd5th, Silva, Caridad, HlywdEmployee (Adults Only)Male Runners1st, Rodriquez, Lalo, BR2nd, Mavroides, Chris, BR3rd, Brown, Jamie, BR4th, Silva, Mario, Hlywd5th, Pearce, Levi, BREmployee (Adults Only)Female Walkers1st, Curry, Rushelle, BC2nd, Reis, Trisha, BC3rd, Molina, Dailia, BC4th, Parrish, Tamara, BC5th, Olitzky, Mary, HlywdEmployee (Adults Only)Male Walkers1st, Bayon, Kenny, Hlywd2nd, Whiddon, Brian, BR3rd , Yates, Keith, BR4th, Clough, Carter, BC5th , Redd, Eddie, BC

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The Seminole Tribune 17 February 6, 2004Lost NephewCarlo W. Baker, Jr.Last seen in Haines, FLContact:Carol LunaPO Box 687Winnebago, NE 68071Phone # (402) 878-3137Commonwealth of MassachusettsThe Trial CourtProbate and Family Court DepartmentSUFFOLK Division[SEAL]Docket No. 03D1739Summons By PublicationErnst Cherry, Plaintiff(s)v.Myriam Cherry, Defendant(s)To the above named Defendant(s):A Complaint has been presented to thisCourt by the Plaintiff(s), Myriam Cherry, seeking aNoticedivorce.You are required to serve upon Dane M.Shulman, Esq. – plaintiff(s) – attorney for plaintiff(s)– whose address is 1596 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan,MA 02126 you answer on or before April 1, 2004. Ifyou fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearingand adjudication of this action. You are also requiredto file a copy of your answer in the office of theRegister of this Court at Boston.Witness, John M. Smoot, Esquire, FirstJustice of said Court at Boston, this 23rd day ofJanuary 2004.Publication: in Hollywood, Florida[SIG] Richard IannellaRegister of Probate CourtShelley MarmorChristine McCall (center) finished with 10 pionts and 15 rebounds helping lead the Sharks to victory.Basketball Star Plays in Homecoming GameBy Shelley MarmorHOLLYWOOD— On Jan. 30, ChristineMcCall, daughter of WandaBowers, helped lead theSheridan Hills ChristianSharks high school varsitybasketball team to victoryin their homecoming gameagainst the WellingtonChristian School Eagles 48-21.McCall had to sitout the first quarter of thegame because she is a junior,and the rules mandatedthat seniors must play thefirst quarter in the homecominggame. She, however,came back strong in thelast three quarters, scoring10 points and grabbing 15rebounds.The Sharks’ CoachEric Spee says this is typicalof McCall, who leadsthe team in scoring,rebounds, and blocks.“For the seasonshe’s averaging 10 pointsper game,” he said.McCall’s skills areso imperative on the courtCoach Spee is making herthe team’s captain next season.Christine leads the Sharks in scoring, rebounding and blocks.Shelley Marmor

The Seminole Tribune 18 February 6, 2004Job OpportunitiesFor an application or more information, please contact the Human Resources Department at 954-967-3403, The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE, Drug Screening is a requirement of employment,WE EXERCISE NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE.HOLLYWOODPosition: Budget AnalystDept: AccountingPosition still available.Salary: Negotiable with exp. with benefitsPosition: Quality Control TechnicianDept: Water ResourcesPosition Opens: 11-10-03Position Closes: 11-24-03Salary $25,000.00 annually with benefitsPosition: NutritionistDept: HealthPosition Opens: 1-12-04Position Closes: 1-26-04Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Network AdministratorDept: Information SystemsPosition Opens: 11-24-03Position Closes: 12-08-03Salary: Negotiable with experiencePosition: Dental Assistant (Part time)Dept: HealthPosition Opens: 1-26-04Position closes when filledSalary: $19,968.00 - $26, 291.00Position: Jr. Programmer AnalystDept: Information SystemsPosition Opens: 1-26-04Position Closes when filledSalary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Outreach WorkerDept: CAAPosition Opens:9-2-03Position Closes: 9-15-03Salary: $8.00/hr with benefitsPosition: Building ManagerDept: DSO ComplexPosition Opens: 1-19-04Position Closes: when filledSalary $28,000 annually with benefitsPosition: Vehicle & Equip CoordinatorDept: Fixed Asset, AccountingPosition Opens: 12-22-03Position Closes: 1-12-04Salary: $20, 800.00 - $24, 960.00 annually with benefitsPosition Opens: 1-19-04Position Closes: When filledPosition: Food Prep. & Service Assoc.Dept: Corp. Board, GasPosition Opens: 10-27-03Position Closes: 11-10-03Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Maintenance WorkerDept: Corp. Board, GasPosition Opens: 11-3-03Position Closes: 11-17-03Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Ast. Store ManagerDept: Corp. Board, GasPosition Opens: 10-21-03Position Closes: 11-3-03Salary: Negotiable with experience with benefitsPosition: Elem. Music TeacherDept: Ahfachkee SchoolPosition Opens: 10-20-03Position Closes: 11-3-03Salary: $23,920 annually with benefitsPosition: Community Health Rep.Dept: HealthPosition still available.Salary: $20,800 - $22,880.00 annually with benefits.BRIGHTONPosition: Operator Maintenance TraineeDept: UtilitiesPosition still available.$ 18,700 annually with benefits.Position: Video Programmer, P/TDept: BroadcastingPosition still available.Salary: $8.00/hr.Position: Sales Associate, F/T & P/TDept: Corp. Board, GasPosition Opens: 10-21-03Position Closes: 11-3-03Salary Negotiable with experience with benefitsPosition: TransporterDept: HealthPosition Opens: 9-8-03Position still availableSalary: $18, 720 - $20,592 annually with benefitsPosition: Nutritionist /Health EducatorDept: HealthPosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Counselor IIDept: Family Services, HealthPosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefitsTribune JobsPositions Available at the Seminole Tribune!Interested in writing articles and coveringevents for the Seminole Tribe of Florida? TheSeminole Tribune currently has positions available.Each position offers a competitive salary, flexibleworking hours, and a chance to travel.Freelance Reporter: Write stories andcover events. For example, if you live in Brighton,generally you will cover events there, or ones that areclose by. Basic 35mm and/or digital camera experienceare needed. A good understanding of grammarrules and solid writing skills are important. A validdriver's license is required. Strong computer skillsneeded (Windows/MS Office, Word).If you would like more information, pleasecall the Human Resources Department at (954) 967-3403, or the Seminole Tribune at (954) 967-3416.Emergency ServicesPosition: Fire Inspector/Public Education SpecialistLocation: Big Cypress and Other ReservationsSalary: $38,000. (negotiable) Plus BenefitsResponsibilities include: Fire safety inspectionsof fire suppression and notification systems,new construction, existing occupancies and hazardousmaterial sites. Manage Hazardous Material Program.Provide presentations on fire safety to educate thepublic and employees of the Tribe. Accept otherduties as required. Essential for satisfactory performanceare: good communication skills (verbal andwritten), the ability to work with the public in a courteousmanner, the ability to work in a “self directed”environment, a working knowledge of the NationalFire Protection Agency’s Life Safety Code, StateBuilding Codes including the rules and regulations ofthe State Fire Marshal’s Office and the ability toresearch and comprehend technical material. Abilityto travel between all Reservations (Statewide) ismandatory.Minimum Qualifications: Current State ofFlorida Fire Inspector Certification, experience conductingFire Inspections and working with the public.*Preference will be given to candidates possessingState of Florida Firefighter Certification, relevantcollege degrees and certifications plus extensiveFire Inspection/Public Education experience.Other Requirements: High School Diploma,ValidFlorida Driver’s License, Ability to pass an extensiveBackground Investigation and Drug ScreenPosition: Fixed Asset AccountantDept: AccountingPosition Opens: 12-22-03Position Closes:1-12-04Salary: $30,000 - $37,000 annually with benefitsPosition: Ast. Store Mgr.Dept: Corp. Board, GasPosition Opens: 10-21-03Position Closes: 11-3-03Salary: Negotiable with experience with benefitsPosition: Finish Carpenter (2)Dept: HousingPosition Opens:9-2-03Position still availableSalary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Bus DriverDept: EducationPosition Opens: 1-26-04Position closes when filledNegotiable with experiencePosition: Rough CarpenterDept: HousingPosition Opens: 9-2-03Position still availableSalary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Counselor IIDept: Family ServicesPosition Opens: 1- 5-04Position Closes: 1-19-04Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Resource Specialist (Elig. & Util)Dept: HealthPosition Opens: 12-15-03Position Closes: 12-29-03Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Teacher Aide (3)Dept: PreschoolPosition Opens: 8-18-03Position Closes: 9-2-03Salary: negotiable with benefits & educationPosition: Purchasing Agent (non-Certified)Dept: Seminole Police DeptPosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Water Resources Mgt. Coord.Dept: Water Resources Dept.Position still available.Salary: $ 30, 000 annually w/ benefits.Position: ABE/GED TeacherDept: Employment & Training, EducationPosition Opens: 1-19-04Position Closes: When filledSalary $36,000.00 annually with benefitsPosition: Weed Control TechnicianDept: Water ResourcesPosition Opens: 11-10-03Position Closes: 11-24-03Salary $19,760.00 annually with benefitsBIG CYPRESSPosition: Tour GuideDept: Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki MuseumPosition Opens: 10-13-03Position Closes:10-27-03Salary: $7.50/hr with benefitsPosition: Sales Associate, F/T & P/TDept: Corp. Board, GasPosition Opens: 10-21-03Position Closes: 11-3-03Salary Negotiable with experience with benefitsPosition: Environmental & Safety WorkerDept: HealthPosition Opens: 12-15-03Position Closes: 12-29-03Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Instructional AideDept: Ahfachkee SchoolPosition still available.Salary negotiable w/exp. with benefits.Position: Fire InspectorDept: Emergency ServicesPosition Opens: 12-8-03Position Closes: 12-22-03Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Administrator, Emergency ServicesDept: Emergency ServicesPosition Opens: 12-01-03Position Closes: 12-15-03Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Fuel Truck Driver/Line ManDept: AviationPosition Opens: 1-5-04Position Closes: 1-19-04Salary: $18,720.00 annually with benefitsPosition: Water SamplerDept: Water ResourcesPosition Opens: 1-12-04Position Closes: 1-26-04Salary: $21,840.00 annually with benefitsPosition: Elementary Educ TeacherDept: AhfachkeePosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Bus DriverDept: AhfachkeePosition: Heavy Equipment MechanicDept: Natural Resource ProgramPosition Opens: 10-27-03Position Closes: 11-10-03Salary: Negotiable with benefitsPosition: Water SamplerDept: Water ResourcesPosition Opens: 1-12-04Position Closes: 1-26-04Salary: $21,840.00 annually with benefitsPosition: Heavy Equipment OperatorDept: Water ResourcesPosition Opens: 11-10-03Position Closes: 11-24-03Salary: $21,840.00 with benefitsPosition: Tribal Outreach Worker IIDept: Family Services, HealthPosition still available.Salary Negotiable with benefitsFORT PIERCEPosition: Counselor IIDept: Family Services, HealthPosition still available.Salary Negotiable with benefits,IMMOKALEEPosition: Counselor IIDept: Family Services, HealthPosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Cultural/Lang. InstructorDept: Culture EducationPosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefitsPosition: Maintenance WorkerDept: RecreationPosition still available.Salary negotiable with benefits.Position: Teacher IDept: PreschoolPosition Opens: 11-24-03Position Closes: 12-08-03Salary: Negotiable w/experience w/benefitsPosition: Operator Maint. Trainee (1)Dept: UtilitiesPosition still available.$ 18,700 annually with benefits.

The Seminole Tribune 19 February 6, 2004Announcements v Ahnahhegeh v NakorkerkecetvHappy 1st Birthday to our littlesissy Morgan Pocahontas Yates.Love always,Katrina, Myra, Megan, Kane, IsaacNew KidsHappy Birthday to Katrina!You’re already a teenager. Gosh,it doesn’t seem that long ago, but I guessyou can’t stay a baby forever; but you’llalways be my baby. I hope you have funon your big day.I love you always,Your MomJust wishing a Happy Birthday to ourBig Sister Katrina.Love always,Myra, Megan, Morgan, Kane, IsaacHappy BirthdayHappy 1st birthday to our sonConchade’ Mitchell Osceola, on Feb. 4.You have grown so fast during your firstyear and brought so much joy and happinessto our lives, and to the lives of yourfamily and friends.You are already walking; nowyou can start learning to use a golf club(just kidding).People are always saying, “he is such ahappy baby” because of that big smileyou always have on your face.Yes it is true that you are alwayssmiling at people when you see them andthey love to see that smile. So keep upthe job of being a good baby. We loveyou with all our hearts.Happy Birthday to our mom on Jan. 17.We love you!Love,Lizina, Keyah and LysandraHappy Belated Birthday Justina Lirain.Love you,LizinaHappy Birthday to Lizina Bowers onFeb. 21.From,The Martinez FamilyHappy 5th Birthday Mi-Lyn.From,Your cousin Lizina, and theIn MemoryMartinez FamilyHappy 5th Birthday Shae D. Pierce.From,Cuz Lizina, and the MartinezFamilyHappy Birthday to Vivianna Martinez.I hope you have fun.Love you lots,Aunt LizinaHappy belated birthday to mybaby brother Bronson. I love you and Iknow things aren’t so great now, but wewill get through it together.Love always,Your sisLove,Daddy and MommyMitchell and Brett OsceolaMorgan Pocahontas YatesBorn: Feb. 10, 2003 at 5:47 p.m.Weight: 7 Pounds, 5 Ounces. Length:20.5 inchesParents: Bobby and Louvella YatesHappy 1st Birthday to our lil’cuz Conchadé Osceola on Feb. 4. Welove you baby!Love,Zina, Keyah and LysandraRicky RodriguezOct. 7, 1977 - Jan. 4, 2004Memory is a storyTold in smiles and feelings shared,Full of dear familiar facesAnd the dreams we shared…Love lives on forever in each memory wesharedMemory is an album full of fun and pricelessartYou will not be forgottenYou’ll be in our hearts foreverIn loving remembrance of someoneThat had to leave long before we everthought he wouldMia Scarlett NuezBorn: Jan. 7, 2004 at 2:05 p.m.Weight: 6 pounds, 15 ounces. Length:19.5 inchesParents: Dorian and Elliot Nuez.Grandparents: Theresa Willie,Roy Cypress Jr., and Margarita Reyes andWenceslao Nuez. Brother and Sister:Maximus Elliot and Lexie Dorian.Happy Birthday to my husbandWilliam Osceola. I love you and hopeyou had the best day ever.Love you always,Your wife, Way (Ericka Osceola)From,Your wife (Tisha Walker), and family, theJumper family, and all your homies fromBC to Immokalee to Hollywood, andPanther ClanGriffin BillieBorn: Dec. 12, 2003. Weight: 7pounds, 13 ounces. Length: 19 inches.Parent: Susanne Billie, Bird Clan,Hollywood Reservation. Grandparent:Sally T. Billie, Hollywood Reservation.Corrina Lois SmithTampa residents Jahna andCandy Smith are the proud parents of ahealthy baby girl, Corrina Lois Smith.She'll even have two older sisters to playwith – 2-year-old Victoria and 1-year-oldMaya.The excited grandparents areJack and Lois Smith.Clarice Laura De MayoBorn: Oct. 14, 2003. Weight: 8pounds, 1 ounce. Length: 20 inchesParents: Jacob and Melissa DeMayoI love you and Happy B-Day tomy daddy William Osceola.Love you,Darian Osceola AKA GuppyHappy Belated Birthday to Ryan BertOsceolaWe want to wish a happy 12thbirthday to my son on Dec. 11. Justwatching you grow, finding your ownway, brings us so much joy. You are agreat athlete, a great student and most ofall a great son and brother.Keep up the good work andalways remember you can achieve anythingyou work for. We love you andhope you have a great year.Love always,Dad and BrettHappy 4th BirthdayBabyanna. We love you mucho.Love,Ju Ju, Valek, Mommy andDaddyMorton Henry Silver OsceolaJan. 3, 1968 - Jan. 5, 2004Taa Sha Gah Yee“Stone cold 3:16”Morton Henry Silver Osceolawas a member of the Panther Clan. Hewas a dedicated member of the Osceola’sCorn Dance and was one of the popularstomp dance leaders for the Corn Danceceremonies. He also served as the leaderof the opening ceremony of the fastingbird dance for many years.Each year, he would welcome allof the many visitors to the use of his chickeeas needed. Many times, he wouldoffer the use of his own room to friendsas needed, while he stayed at theMiccosukee resort. He will be missedmany moons to come by family andfriends that knew him.Frances, Wild Bill Osceola andfamily would like to thank all the cooksthat volunteered their time. Also, wewould like to thank Larry Osceola andfamily of Brighton, Theresa CypressOsceola and family of Miccosukee, andJerry Cypress (Miccosukee Tribe) fordonating firewood.We would also like to thank thefollowing people: Moses Osceola,Seminole Tribe President, Andrew BertSr., and his staff at the Miccosukee restaurant,Trail Seminole Liaison WilliamOsceola, Miccosukee Head Start, VincentMicco for the funeral services,Miccosukee Health Department and staff,Miccosukee Police Department, and RoyCypress Jr., for his traditional guidanceand support, Joe Jimmie for the traditionalmedicine and the families who contributedthe groceries and their time.Thank you to all of those whoare too many to name whom visited andgave their support and encouragement.ReNew Your Vision 2004Weight Loss Patch Slim Solution Topical Weight Loss 30 Patches(one month supply) Item #2220 see www.newvision.net/CasselsLose Weight Faster by adding Organic Greens Item #1640 or #1645and Super Hydrate Item #1770 see www.newvision.net/CasselsWeight Loss Management PackThe nutrition you need for proper weight management (Chocolate,Strawberry, Cran-Raspberry, Vanilla, & Lemon-Honey).seewww.newvision.net/Cassels30-Day Supply Free Products see www.FreeProductGiveaway.comNationwide Applications“Leading financial institutionapproving small business,mortgage and vehicle loans.mmediate Response.Give is acall at 1-866-219-7661.”

The Seminole Tribune 20 February 6, 2004 ShootoutContinued from page 1Seminoles and government troops, but is a depiction of thestruggles of resistance of natives against the government policiesof removal and aggression during much of the last half ofthe 19th century.In 1845, Florida became the 27th state, and Congressgave Florida full rights to the state rivers and lands. This legislationwas designed to take the land given to the natives in1838 and exile all the Seminoles to Oklahoma.In early December 1855, Lieutenant George L.Hartsuff, a topographical engineer, along with six mountedmen, two foot soldiers and two wagons drawn by mules,entered Big Cypress country in what he described as “anexploratory mission.”On his second day, he came across several “deserted”Seminole villages, and entered Billie Bowlegs Town. Not seeingany of the village residents around, the soldiers cut somebanana bunches from plants near the chikees and destroyedcrops belonging to Bowlegs.This act of disregard for native land and propertyinfuriated the Indians, who on Dec. 20, 1855, surrounded andattacked Lt. Hartsuifs troops, killing four soldiers and woundingfour others, including Hartsuff. After this brief battle, theSeminoles retreated to the safety of the Big Cypress swamps.Soon after this incident, the third Seminole war started.The re-creation of the Kissimmee Slough Shootoutgives visitors an appreciation for the dangers that both sidesfaced during these bloody encounters, where men faced eachother at close quarters and in an environment that providedsafety for the defenders and nightmares for the aggressors.