IHS starts ‘Nurse of the Month’ program Health by The Seminole Tribune - May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 The division of nursing services at Indian Health Service has started a "Nurse of the Month" recognition program for all nurses across the IHS, tribal and urban Indian organization health system. The program, which was announced in May, will highlight nurses, including registered nurses, advanced practice nurses, LPNs, and others
Three newcomers, three incumbents win seats in tribal election Community News by The Seminole Tribune - May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 HOLLYWOOD – The Seminole Tribe’s Tribal Council and Board of Directors will have some new representation for the 2021-2023 term. Three newcomers – all women – won seats in the Regular Election on May 10. Mariann Billie, Nadine Bowers and Christine McCall will be inaugurated with victorious incumbents in June. Billie
Two straight top-20 finishes for Gabby Lemieux on Symetra Tour Sports by The Seminole Tribune - May 7, 2021May 7, 2021 Gabby Lemieux Gabby Lemieux is trending in the right direction on the Symetra Tour. Lemieux (Shoshone-Paiute Tribes) posted two consecutive top-20 finishes on the LPGA’s minor league circuit in recent weeks. She produced her best finish as a pro with a tie for eighth at the Garden City Charity Classic at Buffalo
Trevor Thomas notches hit in wild Warner playoff win Sports by The Seminole Tribune - May 7, 2021May 7, 2021 Warner University outfielder Trevor Thomas. (Photo Warner) WEST PALM BEACH – The Warner University baseball team, which includes Trevor Thomas from the Brighton Reservation, outlasted St. Thomas University, 18-16, on opening day of the Sun Conference Tournament on Thursday night. The teams combined for staggering numbers, including 38 hits, 5 home runs,
South Florida Fair runs May 7-23 in West Palm Beach Arts & Entertainment by The Seminole Tribune - May 6, 2021May 7, 2021 The South Florida Fair. (Courtesy photo) WEST PALM BEACH – The South Florida Fair returns May 7-23 at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. . The fair announced May 7 that it is no longer requiring mandatory facial coverings for entry, but is recommending that one be worn. In addition
Teams with Seminole players, coach set for FHSAA regional softball playoffs Sports by The Seminole Tribune - May 5, 2021May 5, 2021 The Seminole Tribe will be well represented in the FHSAA regional softball tournament. American Heritage-Plantation, which includes Canaan Jumper of the Big Cypress Reservation, will host St. Brendan on May 5 at 6:30 p.m. in a Class 4A regional quarterfinal. Heritage (12-8) comfortably won its district championship with a 16-1
Hard Rock Atlantic City plans to spend $20M in upgrades Hard Rock/Seminole Gaming Top News by The Seminole Tribune - May 3, 2021May 3, 2021 Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. (Photo Beverly Bidney) The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City is poised to see a $20 million upgrade at its sprawling oceanfront property. Officials said May 3 that the company would “reinvest a minimum of $20 million” in capital improvements at the New Jersey
Tribal elections to be held May 10 Community by The Seminole Tribune - May 3, 2021May 3, 2021 The Seminole Tribe of Florida will hold a regular tribal election May 10. Polling locations will be open, but voters can also vote by absentee ballot. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is May 6. The polling locations will be open May 10, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
BIE begins distribution of funds from American Rescue Plan Act Education by The Seminole Tribune - April 23, 2021April 23, 2021 WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Indian Education began disbursing funds this week from the $850 million it was provided from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. The funds are earmarked for BIE-funded K-12 schools and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCUs). The only BIE-funded and tribally-controlled schools in Florida are the Ahfachkee
Panel discussion about Native American literature to be held April 20 Arts & Entertainment Top News by The Seminole Tribune - April 20, 2021April 20, 2021 From left, authors Danielle Geller (Navajo), David Heska Wanbli Weiden (Sicangu Lakota Nation) and Brandon Hobson (Cherokee Nation Tribe of Oklahoma). The Los Angeles Times’ Festival of Books will hold a virtual panel discussion April 20 at 8 p.m. (ET) in honor of Leslie Marmon Silko (Laguna Pueblo), the
