Hocak Worak - Inside this issue

February 27, 2002

Inside this issue

	Court denies Redistricting challenge Though he agreed that the challengers to last month’s Redistricting Election should be dissatisfied with the level of notice given them by the Election Board, Associate Trial Court Judge Todd Matha ruled that those challenging the results did not offer sufficient proof that had more people known about the election and voted, the results would have changed.
	Economy of Great Social Lake Native Americana A profile of Lake Native Americana reveals that the economy of Indian Country lags far behind all others in the United States.
	Something "we need to talk about" On February 4, 2002, Mental Health Therapists Rosalie TwoBulls and Dr. Kirk Hopinkah addressed an estimated 20 youths, their families and other community members during a "Suicide Prevention Session" held at the BlueWing Community Center in Tomah, WI.
	A symbol of patriotism On February 11, 2002 Rainbow Bingo Hall outside of Nekoosa, WI proudly raised its own American flag, a celebration of new management at the hall and according to General Manager Bonnie Smith a gesture that signifies "a rejuvenation of our patriotism."
	March Madness For the third consecutive year the House of Wellness in Baraboo, WI is hosting it’s "March Madness’ basketball tournament, an event that organizer Scott Gilbeck believes "has become one of the premier tournaments in Indian Country".
	House of Wellness celebrates Employee Recognition day On February 1, 2002, the fitness and aquatic staff at The House of Wellness in Baraboo, WI was honored for the skill and dedication they bring to the facility.
	University of Iowa's "Tom Brokaw Scholarship" Tom Brokaw, anchorman and managing editor of NBC Nightly News has established a scholarship fund for Native American students at the University of Iowa.
	The future of General Council Passed by the Nation’s people at last October’s General Council, Resolution 10/27/01F supports the establishment of the Office of the General Council, an advocacy office, which according to spokesperson Carol Rockman "will meet the great need to be better organized at future General Councils."
	Tone to the bone Physical activity is the key ingredient in a program of diabetes management and prevention, according to Linda Lowery, Recreation Therapeutic Director at the House of Wellness in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
	Bison Restoration: Restoring the health of the Ho-Chunk Nation Bison meat provides a highly nutritious, low-fat alternative to commercially processed, chemically altered meats.
	Health Department to expand fitness programs As the Ho-Chunk Nation’s Health Department continues to increase the services provided to tribal members, new programs are constantly being introduced.

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               EDITOR..............................Paul Arentz
               STAFF WRITER....................John Kozlowicz
               STAFF WRITER....................Thomas S. Tourtillott
               DESIGN DIRECTOR...............Cookie LaMere

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