Little Mr. and Miss Seminole crowned at Tribal Fair Community by The Seminole Tribune - February 22, 2012 By Chris C. Jenkins HOLLYWOOD — Among the dozens to sign up, only two were chosen to represent the Tribe as royalty on Feb. 10. A new batch of close to 50 female and male candidates vied for the popular, year-long positions of Little Mr. and Miss Florida Seminole. The Paradise Theater
Vendors keep tradition alive at Tribal Fair Community by The Seminole Tribune - February 22, 2012 By Kathryn Stolarz HOLLYWOOD — They come from all across the country – and even beyond. They pack pieces of their hearts, their histories, their cultures. And they showcase it all once a year at the Seminole Tribal Fair. Vendors and their booths have been Tribal Fair staples since the event began,
Osceola Brothers Band makes Tribal Fair debut Community by The Seminole Tribune - February 22, 2012 By Travis R. Billie HOLLYWOOD — The group known as the Osceola Brothers Band, led by Cameron, 15, and backed by Tyson, 13, and Sheldon, 10, is explosive. The Hollywood natives rocked their last show, which was at the Tribal Fair, leaving audience members screaming for more. After a few encores,
Big Cypress wins 12th annual Rez Rally Community by The Seminole Tribune - February 21, 2012 By Naji Tobias BIG CYPRESS — For the second time in three years, the home team has come out on top. Team Big Cypress enjoyed their victory at the 12th annual Rez Rally on Jan. 21 with sunny skies and plenty of smiling faces. The team garnered 273 registered participants in the
Tribal citizens prepare for Rez Rally Community by The Seminole Tribune - February 21, 2012 By Naji Tobias BIG CYPRESS — “Everybody is a winner!” It’s a phrase that Seminole Health Director Connie Whidden likes to use when it comes to all Rez Rally participants. Whidden, like many other Rez Rally participants, spent months preparing for the Tribe’s biggest race of the year and getting into shape. The
Seminole Tribe emphasizes healthy lifestyle for youth Health by The Seminole Tribune - February 21, 2012 By Naji Tobias The Tribe’s Health Department collaborated with both the Big Cypress Library and the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum to promote healthy living habits for Tribal youth. On Jan. 31, staff from the Health and Library departments hosted a youth health event, titled Kids Hip to be Fit, at the Frank Billie Tribal
Smallwood benefit Feb. 25 Events by The Seminole Tribune - February 21, 2012 By Peter B. Gallagher CHOKOLOSKEE — A Ten Thousand Island kayak race, fresh Gulf fish fry and Florida folk music concert will take place on Feb. 25 to raise money to cover outstanding legal costs and structural repairs for the historic Smallwood Store. Kayakers from across the state will gather early that
Ahfachkee Warriors finish second basketball season Sports by The Seminole Tribune - February 21, 2012 By Naji Tobias BIG CYPRESS — The Ahfachkee Warriors’ fledgling basketball program completed its second year with strong improvements from both the girls’ and boys’ teams. The Lady Warriors finished their season with an astonishing 11-3 record, while the Warriors boys surged to a final record of 4-9 – a noticeable improvement
Native Learning Center hosts second annual Winter Symposium Education by The Seminole Tribune - February 21, 2012 By Chris Jenkins FORT LAUDERDALE — The Native Learning Center held its second annual Winter Symposium from Jan. 24-26 at the Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek. About 70 attendees came together from all over Indian Country – from as far as Alaska – to discuss, measure and address community needs. Participants included Native