April 10, 2002
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Inside this issue

Nation's redistricting remains unsettled
 Following a February decision by Associate Trial Court Judge Todd Matha that challengers to the January 12, 2002 Redistricting Election results did not supply sufficient evidence supporting their argument, the challengers, Demetrio Abangan, Stewart J. Miller and Brenda Neff appealed the decision, taking their case before the Nation’s Supreme Court. 

Rebecca Greendeer completes the Wisconsin Senior Statesmanship program
"When citizens participate in their state governments we build a stronger society," says Tom frazier, Executive Director of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups. 

B.B. King Concert delivers more than sweet music
Blues superstar B. B. King's concert at Ho-Chunk Casino, Hotel and Convention Center March 23rd held special meaning for the Ho-Chunk people.

Also: Interview with B.B. King

Betty Boop progressive slots hits at Ho-Chunk Casino
Bally Gaming and Systems announced that Debra Winchell of Reedsburg, Wis., won the latest instant-winner jackpot of $233,079.82 on the Betty Boop-themed wide-area progressive system just before noon Wednesday at Ho-Chunk Casino, Hotel and Convention Center.

Shawano County approves trust land application
On March 28, 2002 it became official. Following a vote of 21-7 by the Shawano (WI) County Board in favor of the application, the Ho-Chunk Nation, following a year of negotiations with county officials, transferred 332 acres of its property within the county into trust land status.

Powers Bluff supporters stress education
During an informal meeting held in Wisconsin Rapids, WI on April 2, 2002, local citizens and members of the Prairie Band Potawatomi exchanged ideas regarding the future of Powers Bluff County Park (Skunk Hill), near Arpin, WI.

Listening to the people
United States Senator Russ Feingold (D-WI) visited Black River Falls on Wednesday April 3, 2002, part of fulfilling a pledge to visit each of Wisconsin’s 72 counties at least once a year.
United Tribes of Wisconsin announces
Gubenatorial Forum and Summit of First Nations To be held on April 16, 2002 at the Ho-Chunk Convention Center in Baraboo, WI.

Trial Court to decide election
Following a ruling issued by Chief Trial Court Judge William Bossman, the results of last month’s Primary Election, held to fill upcoming vacancies in the Nation’s Supreme Court remain in doubt.
Government pension can reduce Social Security benefits
If you will receive Social Security as well as a pension for government work, be sure you understand how a government pension could affect the amount of your benefits.

Elders establish Spirit Ride to bond with youth
In the age where MTV, HBO, ESPN, DVD, and PS2s command the attention of children, there are people who want to take a step back in time to regain a part of themselves.

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               EDITOR..............................Paul Arentz
               STAFF WRITER....................John Kozlowicz
               STAFF WRITER....................V.V. Goodthunder
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