The Big Cypress community gathered at the Canal Bank Road on Sept. 21 for an “Indian Day 5K” event. After registration at 6:30 a.m., Big Cypress Councilwoman Mariann Billie, in collaboration with the Culture Department, awarded prizes to the best-dressed adult female and male as part of a clothing contest. The 5K walk and run began soon after at approximately 7 a.m. The Integrative Health Department and Councilwoman Billie’s office sponsored the event.