Grand Opening Ceremony held for Immokalee Administration Building
By Judy Weeks
IMMOKALEE — June 14 marked the beginning of a new era for the Immokalee community. The ribbon cutting ceremony for the long awaited Immokalee Administration Building took place before a crowd of approximately 250 people. Tribal officials and citizens had traveled from several reservations to help the residents of Immokalee celebrate this important occasion. (continue...)
Chilocco Honors Chairman Cypress
By Iretta Tiger
TULSA, OK — Since it’s opening in 1884 the Chilocco Agricultural Indian School has helped shape the minds of thousands of native youths. Among its alumni are some of Native America’s most accomplished, including actor Wes Studi and former Seminole Chairman and Indian Gaming pioneer Howard Tommie. (continue...)
Board Proposes Amendments to Bylaws, Charter
By Shelley Marmor
HOLLYWOOD — The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc. has not amended their corporate charter and bylaws since 2002, and according to General Counsel Travis Trueblood it was a “small change.” Before that, it was only amended five times since its adoption in 1957. (continue...)
High School Students Visit UF and FSU
By Emma Brown
GAINESVILLE AND Tallahassee, FL — The Seminole Tribe’s Higher Education Advisor and other Education staff took a road trip with students in grades 10–12. The destinations were the cities of Gainesville and Tallahassee to take a tour of the homes of the Seminoles and the Gators. Two of the biggest college football team rivals, but also two of the finest colleges in the state and nation. (continue...)
Fathers Day in Big Cypress
By Nery Mejicano
BIG CYPRESS — The celebration started early, with Paul Buster, Jonah Cypress, Fred Phillips and Marie Phillips providing the musical entertainment. The event was catered by the Swamp Water Café, which as always enticed the community with a delicious and varied menu to choose from. Seminole fathers were joined by their children, grandchildren, spouses and extended families to celebrate a day that is dedicated to them. (continue...)
Special Council Meeting Held in Hollywood
By Janice Billie
HOLLYWOOD — On June 16 the Seminole Tribal Council held a special meeting at the Hollywood Headquarters. Before the official business of the meeting began there were several presentations made to the council. (continue...)