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Everybody did what they could to make the 29th Annual Nespelem Junior Rodeo a success!

NESPELEM, APRIL 21-23—Everybody either came to watch or to compete in the 29th Annual Nespelem Junior Rodeo held here this weekend.

The Nespelem Junior Rodeo Association’s first rodeo was held in 1978, and they’re still going strong. A section in the Rodeo Program thanked the individuals and businesses that sponsored awards through ads and donations. Thanks was also given to the many volunteers that took care of the rodeo grounds, and to the rodeo volunteers who helped keep things moving during the different events.

The Rodeo Program contained ads from the cities of: Omak, Okanogan, Grand Coulee, Hot Springs-Mt., Coulee Dam, Electric City, Moses Lake, Nespelem, and Elmer City.

On Sunday morning, Apr. 23, during the Grand Entry a moment of silence was held to pay respect and honor the memory of “Stoney” Anthony Covington. “Stoney’s” Uncle, Blaine (Bozo) Covington rode his horse, and led a horse with no rider.

THEY PAID THEIR RESPECT TO “STONEY”—The two middle pages of the Program for the 29th Annual Nespelem Junior Rodeo April 21-23 paid tribute to “Stoney” Anthony Covington. Stoney was born on July 27, 1988, and because of a bull riding accident he left us on June 25, 2005. The above picture of “Stoney” was taken last year on Sunday, April 24, when he competed in the Nespelem Junior Rodeo. (Photo/Cutline by Sam Sampson)

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MAY THE FUTURE BE GOOD TO YOU!—During his visit with the Colville Business Council on Thursday, April 20, John Duncan said goodbye and that his job as Comptroller for the Colville Trial Government has stood out by itself during his 24-year career. John started working for the Tribe on Mar. 2, 2002, he was with the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam era, received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Central Washington University, completed two years as an Intern in Public Accounting in May 1982, and after that he worked for different firms. He said that while he was here, he learned about the Indian commitment to family...and because of this he said he made the difficult decision of accepting a new job that will let him be with his family on a daily basis. The Chairman of the Business Council, Harvey Moses Jr., presented John with handkerchief that has the design of the Tribes’ flag, and a Red Pendleton Cochiti Blanket. (Photo & Cutline by Sam Sampson)

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ON ACTIVE DUTY

COMING HOME FROM IRAQ!—The above picture of Brent Jordan, U.S. Air Force, shows him with his (E-5) Staff Sergeant stripes. Since then, Sgt. Jordan was promoted during the first part of the year to (E-6) Technical Sergeant. Sgt. Jordan just completed his 2nd tour of duty in Iraq, and should be arriving this Friday, May 5, at his duty station Randolph Air Force Base, near San Antoine, Texas. Sgt. Jordan has been in the Air Force for 9-years, and he plans on retiring after serving 20 years. Sgt. Jordan’s Team Chief, Maj. William F. Schlichtig sent a letter dated April 8 to Sgt. Jordan’s mother, Shirley Wak Wak, thanking Shirley for supporting her son, the U.S. Air Force, and their units’ Mission at Iraq. (Photo submitted by Shirley Wak Wak)

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SHIRLEY MADE THE CROWNS FOR EWU ROYALTY—Colville Tribal Member Shirley Wak Wak made the crowns that would be worn by the two winners of the Royalty Contest held during the Eastern Washington University Spirit of the Eagle Pow-Wow at Cheney, WA., April 7-8. It was reported that “Miss Spirit of the Eagle” was Angelina Spencer, Colville-Crow-Dine tribe...and that the winner of the “Lil Miss Spirit of the Eagles” title was Tia Spearchief of Wellpinit, WA. There are numerous Colville Tribal Members who have either graduated from Eastern Washington State College...now called Eastern Washington University...or they’re presently attending school at EWU.

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THREE NESPELEM SCHOOL STUDENTS VISIT WASHINGTON, D.C.—One of the high lights that three Nespelem School students had while attending the annual Impact Aid conference held in late March at Washington, D.C., was that they got to meet the two U.S. Senators from Washington State, Maria Cantwell and Patty Murray. Having their picture taken with Senator Patty Murray were: (Front Row/L to R) Pendleton Moses, Sen. Murray, Tribal Elder Yvonne Moses...(Back row/L to R) and Casey Nicholson and Almandaree Fox. Casey and Almandaree are in the 7th Grade, and Pendleton is a 6th Grade student. Casey and Pendleton wrote about what happened at Washington, D.C. Casey said that her favorite sight was the Lincoln Memorial and she admired President Lincoln because of what he did to free the slaves. And Pendleton told about the many famous places he got to see and visit: the Arlington National Cemetery where he seen the Eternal Flame and the site where President John F. Kennedy and his family are buried, and the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, etc. Pendleton also spoke about how they toured the Capital, and that they met the two U.S. Senators from Washington State and had their pictures taken with them! Casey and Pendleton’s papers on their trip to Washington, D.C. appears on page 9 of the Tribal Tribune. (Photo from Nespelem School/Cutline by Sam Sampson)

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Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation
2006 Primary and General Election
Schedule of Events

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Primary Election

  • March 06 7:30 a.m. Opening for filing petitions
  • March 17 4:00 p.m. Closing date for filing petitions
  • March 20 9:00 a.m. Deadline for withdrawing petitions
  • March 20 10:00 a.m. Certification of Candidates
  • May 05 8:00 a.m. District Election Board Orientation
  • May 06 8:00 a.m. Primary Election Polls Open
  • May 06 8:00 p.m. Primary Election Polls Close
  • May 08 10:00 a.m. CERTIFICATION of Poll Votes
  • May 11 10:00 a.m. CERTIFICATION of Absentee Votes

General Election

  • June 16 8:00 a.m. District Election Board Orientation
  • June 17 8:00 a.m. General Election Polls Open
  • June 17 8:00 p.m. General Election Poll Close
  • June 19 10:00 a.m. CERTIFICATION of Poll Votes
  • June 22 10:00 a.m. CERTIFICATION of Absentee Votes
  • July 13 OATH OF OFFICE

Primary and General Election Polling Sites
Inchelium Sub-Agency • Keller Community Center
Nespelem Community Center • Omak Senior Meal Site

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