At midnight, Saturday morning, the U.S. Congress could not come together on a federal budget which has resulted in a “shutdown” of “non-essential” government services.

Indian tribes and other peoples have struggled with the concept of free speech since people began to have independent thought.

Over the past two years, we have certainly had our share of controversy and harsh words in the community. Passionate people have been vocal about their passions throughout the year 2017.

As we kiss 2017 a fond goodbye, we remember one of the most eventful years in tribal history. Our community has been on a roller coaster ride of emotion from incredible sadness to incredible elation.

“Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole.”

December 7, 1941 marked the first time that foreign forces attacked a state of the United States.

Did someone in your family die from cancer? Do you have breathing or lung problems?

I hope everyone enjoyed feasting on Turkey Day. I certainly did. Turkey is my weakness in late November and late December.