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Sho-Ban Tribes host annual Legislative Reception with Idaho officials

By ROSELYNN YAZZIE
Office of Public Affairs
BOISE — The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes hosted their annual Legislative Reception in Boise, continuing their commitment to strong government-to-government relations with the State of Idaho.

The event took place on February 10, with more than 40 Idaho legislators and state agency partners attending, along with Fort Hall Business Council Chairwoman Donna Thompson, Secretary Devon Boyer, Treasurer Ladd Edmo, Sergeant at Arms Ronald Todd Appenay, and representatives from 15 Tribal departments. The annual event provides a direct opportunity for tribal leaders and state officials to discuss issues that affect tribal lands, citizens, and communities across Idaho.

In welcoming guests, tribal leadership emphasized the importance of collaboration and mutual respect. (cont.)

6 FHBC candidates certified for SB Tribes Primary Election

FORT HALL — The Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Election Board and the Fort Hall Business Council certified six candidates for the March 27 Primary Election.

They also certified the three petitions for the incumbent Fort Hall Business Council members Ronald Todd Appenay, Devin Dwayne Boyer and Donna K. Thompson. (cont.)

LCPD hosts Willow Class series including traditional willow board making

By YVONNE WARJACK
Sho-Ban News
FORT HALL — The Language & Culture Preservation Department (LCPD) Willow Classes are February 14 and February 21 at the LCPD Building, welcoming community members for two full days of cultural instruction from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The classes centered on constructing a traditional Baby Willow Board, beginning with the preparation of collected willow branches. Participants gathered their own materials in advance, including pencil-width willows and two larger branches for the frame. Bundles were secured to keep the branches straight prior to use. (cont.)