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Kudos to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe for taking a huge step forward and being the first Lakota tribe to outlaw smoking in public places. The CRST Smoke-Free Air Act took effect on May 1, 2015 and bans smoking in “any enclosed public place.” Smoking is also not allowed “within fifty feet of outside entrancesContinue reading “Tobacco is Sacred, Cigarettes are Not”

ROSEBUD, SD – The Rosebud Sioux Tribe’s Election Board recently issued a Public Notice announcing both the Primary and General Elections scheduled for this summer. Registered voters will select a President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. In addition, there are ten (10) Tribal Council Representative positions up for election. The Antelope, St. Francis, Rosebud, Corn Creek,Continue reading “Tribal Council, Constitutional Officer Seats Open for Election at Rosebud”

PARMELEE, SD – The elementary students at He Dog School dedicated many hours practicing to present a successful Spring Concert to parents, grandparents and community members last week. Sarah Nelson is the Vocal/Instrumental Director at He Dog. She led the school band in their presentation. Playing the clarinet were Judd Cortier, Elena Murray, Jordan SmithContinue reading “Musical Talent Showcased at He Dog School”

PARMELEE, SD – The accomplishments of Dr. Roger Bordeaux, Superintendent of the Todd County School District, were acknowledged in a special honoring ceremony at the He Dog School 30th Annual Wacipi. Dr. Bordeaux has served as Superintendent at Todd County since 2012. The Rosebud Sioux Tribe issued an Executive Proclamation naming May 1, 2015 asContinue reading “Sicangu Lakota Educator Honored”

As the end of another academic school year comes to a close, I want to address the importance of education. Learning is a never ending process. I was always encouraged by family and educators to stay in school when I was young. We are never too old to learn something new. Today, we listen toContinue reading “Politically Educated Officials”

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I want to see justice done for the young Lakota students from American Horse who were the targets of the demented behavior of drunk white men at the Civic Center last month. Many people are justifiably angry over this incident. But what about the similar alcohol related incidents happening on every Rez? Right now thereContinue reading “Our Children Deserve Better”

By Vi Waln Sicangu Scribe January 10, 2015–The intent of elected officials to fast track the construction of the Keystone XL (KXL) Pipeline was made apparent this week after votes were cast in South Dakota, Nebraska and on Capitol Hill. First, the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (SD PUC) voted unanimously to deny a motionContinue reading “Elected Officials Push for KXL Pipeline Construction”