BIG CYPRESS — With an enormous earthmoving excavator marking the spot, Tribal officials broke ground Jan. 28 on the Big Cypress Medical Center. The nearly 30,000-square-foot facility is scheduled for completion in February 2016. "For me, this is the brightest day ever," Big Cypress Councilman Mondo Tiger said. "This will allow

BRIGHTON — Thirty Tribal members celebrated a collective weight loss of 150 pounds during a community luncheon held Feb. 3 at the Brighton Senior Center. Participants of the Seminole Pathways VII 21 Day Weight Loss Challenge planned to continue their newfound healthy eating habits right after the luncheon, which included treats

TAMPA — A newly refurbished Tampa gym opened Jan. 8 after four months of renovations that have made it an inviting place to work out. Located in a warehouse bay adjacent to the Tampa Field Office, the gym was transformed from a dark, dingy space to a bright, cheerful place

IMMOKALEE — They came to Immokalee from every reservation – more than 400 people dressed in team colors, pumped up and ready to win the battle for good health during the 15th annual Rez Rally. Runners, walkers, strollers and wheelchairs navigated the 5K course Jan. 17, and at the end of

After indulging during the holiday season, community members tribalwide have resolved to lose weight and shape up for the new year. Allied Health helps with an array of programs to suit multiple needs. Hollywood trainer Jay Garland, who gained 23 pounds during the holidays, asked individuals to help motivate him, and

BIG CYPRESS — For serious runners, the second annual 10K Panther Prowl on the Big Cypress Reservation’s Snake Road was a training run with many benefits. Temperatures in the low 50s along the USA Track & Field-certified course of asphalt and pasture road near the Junior Cypress Rodeo Arena provided natural

BIG CYPRESS — Filled with team spirit thanks to some encouraging words from elected officials turned cheerleaders, 82 seniors mounted trikes Oct. 30 and competed for the coveted tribalwide Trike Fest trophy. "Go BC," yelled Big Cypress Councilman Mondo Tiger as he rallied his team. "Team Hollywood, let’s bring home some gold,"

BRIGHTON — Tribal and community members of all ages braved the cold and light drizzle Nov. 18 in Brighton to participate in the first Run for Pie event. Hosted by the Brighton Health Department, Run for Pie replaced the seasonal Turkey Trot held in previous years. "Someone had an idea for a

HOLLYWOOD — About 60 people gathered in the morning darkness at Hollywood’s Topeekeegee Yugnee (T.Y.) Park Sept. 13 for the fifth annual Seminoles in Recovery 5K Run/Walk. "Staying sober is staying healthy," said Helene Buster, director of Family Services who helps coordinate Seminoles in Recovery events. "This is something we do