News From the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

April 9, 2021

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Governor Evers Visits Lac du Flambeau Public School

On Wednesday morning, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers stopped by the Lac du Flambeau Public School where he was greeted by Chairman Johnson, Tribal Council Members, and school staff. He was then welcomed with an honor song by youth drum LDF Boys, toured the school, and visited with a few classrooms. While visiting Ms. Patti Maulson's first grade class, Governor Evers faced some pretty good questions such as, "Do you know President Biden? What's your favorite number? And how many kids do you have?" After the question and answer session, the Governor read the book "Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon" written by Patty Lovell. He explained that it was one of his favorite books, and the kids loved it too!

From left to right: William Schuman Back row: Jackson Chapman - Alton Jackson - Governor Tony Evers-Ganebik Brownrigg Johnson-Elliot Brownrigg-Johnson Front row: Stanley Torrez-Carter Mahner-Grason Jackson-Declan Zimmerman

Patti Maulson's first grade class enjoys a question and answer session with the Governor.

Ojibwe Language teacher Mr. Wayne Valliere gifted Governor Evers with maple sugar, manoomin (wildrice), a birchbark basket, and tobacco pouch. Gifts that were harvested and made by his students.

Lac du Flambeau Tribal Chairman John Johnson, Sr. shares the gift of maple syrup made during this sugar bush season.

Stopping at several different classrooms, Governor Evers took the time to say hello to as many students and staff members as he could. He ended his tour in Wayne Valliere's classroom where he was treated to a story spoken in Ojibwemowin. The Governor mentioned many times during the visit how impressed he was with the school, culture and children. It was an exciting morning for the school and community!

Governor Evers makes a stop to visit with the school nurses Angela Godard and Julie Coy.

LDF Public School Principal Mr. Ben Fieck welcoming the Governor to the school.

To view more photos please visit the Lac du Flambeau Tribe Facebook Page

Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission

Public Service Announcement

Spring Spearing Resolution and Best Practices in Addressing Harassment While Exercising Treaty Rights

Best practices in addressing harassment while exercising treaty hunting rights

Wisconsin Statewide Tornado Drill on April 15th

Wisconsin's statewide tornado drill is an annual event, typically held in mid-April during the Thursday of Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week. During the drill, everyone in the state is encouraged to discuss and practice their plans on what to do during a tornado warning. For many people, this includes going to their designated tornado shelter, whether they are at school, work or home.

Since 2012, the statewide drill has included an Emergency Alert System (EAS) live code test, triggered by the National Weather Service and relayed to NOAA Weather Radios and Wisconsin broadcast television and radio stations.

At 1:45pm and 6:45pm, anyone near a device set up to receive those alerts would see or hear a message advising them of the drill.

Many communities also participate by sounding their outdoor warning sirens during the drill times.

Due to concerns about the technical limitations of the drill, a decision has been made by Wisconsin Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, and Wisconsin Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) Committee to permanently discontinue the EAS live code test portion of the drill.

Other aspects of the drill, including associated public messaging safety campaigns encouraging people to practice their plans during the 1:45pm and 6:45pm time slots, will proceed as planned on April 15th, 2021.

Daniel Thompson

COVID 19 Incident Commander

Emergency Management Coordinator

Lac du Flambeau Band of

Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

Office 715-588-4277

Cell 715-439-5286

Get the Facts About The COVID-19 Vaccines

You are invited to the April 28 virtual event called “Get the Facts: COVID-19 Vaccine Basics for Everyone.” This free, one-hour event will start at 1 p.m. EDT/noon CDT.

American Indian/Alaska Natives have died or been hospitalized due to COVID-19 at a higher rate than Hispanic, Black, Asian, and white populations, according to CDC data. The COVID-19 vaccines are one tool to help protect yourself and your community.

Many people still have questions or concerns about the vaccines. That’s why the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center (GLITEC) is hosting this event to help you get your questions answered and empower you to make an informed decision.

This event will:

share information about the COVID-19 vaccines
explain why these vaccines are important
answer questions from the community.

“We talk with Tribes throughout the Bemidji Area (Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Chicago),” said Dr. German Gonzalez, GLITEC director and medical epidemiologist. “Tribes have told us that some members of their communities have questions and concerns about the COVID-19 vaccines. This is very understandable because these are new vaccines. We want to help community members learn the facts from a medical expert.”

This event’s speaker is Mary J. Owen, MD, (Tlingit). Dr. Owen provides clinical care at the Center of American Indian Resources in Duluth, Minnesota. She works at the University of Minnesota Medical School as the director of the Center of American Indian and Minority Health, and she is the assistant professor of the Department of Family Medicine and Biobehavioral Health. Dr. Owen is also president of the Association of American Indian Physicians.

“All are welcome at this event,” Gonzalez said. “The more everyone knows about the vaccines and other ways to reduce the risk of COVID-19, the better we can all work together to stay safe from COVID-19 and put an end to the pandemic.”

Go to glitc.org/event to register for this event.

Unable to attend? Register and GLITEC will email you the event recording. You can watch this recording at any time.

If you have questions about the event, contact Julie Nystrom, GLITEC communication and design specialist, at jnystrom@glitc.org or 715-588-1015.

Staying Connected: What We Seek Will Come

Good Journey. Take Care and Be Well.

Cynthia Lei-Nako

Email clei-nako@ldftribe.com or call 715-588-4688

Opioid Overdose Prevention and Education Project

USDA Farmers to Families FREE Food Box - April

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NOTICE: Regarding Illegal Dumping

LDF Public Library Updated Regular Business Hours

Great Lakes MMIWG2S Online Training Series - April 16th

LDF Public Library Offering Basic Computer Classes

Inter-Tribal Connection and Support Virtual Events

April 13th & 27th

On April 13th, Dietetic Interns working with nutrition staff at Ho-Chunk Nation will talk about breastfeeding and feeding infants 6 months and beyond.

Use this link to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KFFDRNC

On April 27th, several breastfeeding champions from tribal communities will answer questions and share experiences. Join us to hear about their stories and ask any questions you might have of these amazing breastfeeding mamas!

Use this link to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K3BP8PV

No fees to register and anyone can join!