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Spirit Lake council changes with results
Two incumbent members of the Spirit Lake Tribal Council lost their seats in Tuesday’s general election. Leander “Russ” McDonald, who was briefly regarded as tribal chairman last month by members seeking to oust Chairman Roger Yankton Sr., won the Fort Totten District seat on the council. He defeated incumbent Clarice Brownshield, 202 votes to 188, according to an election board official.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Two incumbent members of the Spirit Lake Tribal Council lost their seats in Tuesday’s general election. Leander “Russ” McDonald, who was briefly regarded as tribal chairman last month by members seeking to oust Chairman Roger Yankton Sr., won the Fort Totten District seat on the council. He defeated incumbent Clarice Brownshield, 202 votes to 188, according to an election board official.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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‘New Americans’ balance identities
GRAND FORKS — As dozens of international refugees gathered in Grand Forks last Sunday for an annual picnic, an old man — still wearing the traditional clothing of Bhutan — stood off to the side, nodding as a younger man translated for him.
Monday, May, 06, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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GRAND FORKS — As dozens of international refugees gathered in Grand Forks last Sunday for an annual picnic, an old man — still wearing the traditional clothing of Bhutan — stood off to the side, nodding as a younger man translated for him.
Monday, May, 06, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Keeping children safe a challenge
GRAND FORKS — On a Spirit Lake reservation torn by factional infighting, the leader of an American Indian advocacy group arrives to find 25 percent of all Dakota Indian children living in foster care with white families.
Monday, April, 29, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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GRAND FORKS — On a Spirit Lake reservation torn by factional infighting, the leader of an American Indian advocacy group arrives to find 25 percent of all Dakota Indian children living in foster care with white families.
Monday, April, 29, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Petitioners weigh options
Spirit Lake Nation members seeking to replace Tribal Chairman Roger Yankton Sr. said Friday they are nearing their goal of 600 signatures on a recall petition.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Spirit Lake Nation members seeking to replace Tribal Chairman Roger Yankton Sr. said Friday they are nearing their goal of 600 signatures on a recall petition.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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William Guy, N.D. governor from 1961 to 73, dies at 93
William L. Guy, governor of North Dakota from 1961 to 1973 and a force behind the modernization of the state during that 12-year stretch, died at his West Fargo home Friday morning. He was 93. His passing was announced in a brief statement issued by his family, including his wife of 70 years, Jean. “His life was devoted to loving and serving his God, family, country and state,” the statement said.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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William L. Guy, governor of North Dakota from 1961 to 1973 and a force behind the modernization of the state during that 12-year stretch, died at his West Fargo home Friday morning. He was 93. His passing was announced in a brief statement issued by his family, including his wife of 70 years, Jean. “His life was devoted to loving and serving his God, family, country and state,” the statement said.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Heitkamp: Let states tax Internet sales
In her maiden speech Tuesday on the floor of the U.S. Senate, Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., called for the federal government to “level the playing field” and allow states to collect sales taxes on Internet sales.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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In her maiden speech Tuesday on the floor of the U.S. Senate, Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., called for the federal government to “level the playing field” and allow states to collect sales taxes on Internet sales.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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BIA sees Yankton as leader
GRAND FORKS — The Bureau of Indian Affairs continues to recognize Roger Yankton Sr. as chairman of the Spirit Lake Nation, a spokeswoman said.
Monday, April, 22, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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GRAND FORKS — The Bureau of Indian Affairs continues to recognize Roger Yankton Sr. as chairman of the Spirit Lake Nation, a spokeswoman said.
Monday, April, 22, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Heavy turnout at Spirit Lake primary
Duane Jackson, vice chairman of the Spirit Lake Sioux Tribe, lost his bid for another term representing the Mission District in Tuesday’s primary election, and two tribal members who have clashed with Chairman Roger Yankton Sr. will face off next month in the Fort Totten District.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Duane Jackson, vice chairman of the Spirit Lake Sioux Tribe, lost his bid for another term representing the Mission District in Tuesday’s primary election, and two tribal members who have clashed with Chairman Roger Yankton Sr. will face off next month in the Fort Totten District.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Spirit Lake dispute still continues: Opponents of former chairman swear in a replacement, but Yankton allies insist he’s still in charge
Leander (Russ) McDonald was sworn in as chairman of the Spirit Lake Sioux Tribe on Monday in a traditional ceremony conducted by elders and others opposed to Chairman Roger Yankton Sr., but another tribal official said Yankton remained in charge and the attempted takeover was illegal.
Tuesday, April, 16, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Leander (Russ) McDonald was sworn in as chairman of the Spirit Lake Sioux Tribe on Monday in a traditional ceremony conducted by elders and others opposed to Chairman Roger Yankton Sr., but another tribal official said Yankton remained in charge and the attempted takeover was illegal.
Tuesday, April, 16, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Fed health support used on those already sick
A new state-by-state examination of public health funding finds that too much of federal support continues to be “focused on treating people after they become sick instead of preventing diseases before they occur.”
Tuesday, April, 09, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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A new state-by-state examination of public health funding finds that too much of federal support continues to be “focused on treating people after they become sick instead of preventing diseases before they occur.”
Tuesday, April, 09, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Spirit Lake under renewed scrutiny
GRAND FORKS — The Spirit Lake Nation has endured a great deal of scrutiny and harsh commentary over the past year concerning the safety of its children, and the scrutiny ramped up again following the recent furor over comments Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., allegedly made to a gathering of victim assistance professionals, including one from Spirit Lake.
Monday, April, 08, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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GRAND FORKS — The Spirit Lake Nation has endured a great deal of scrutiny and harsh commentary over the past year concerning the safety of its children, and the scrutiny ramped up again following the recent furor over comments Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., allegedly made to a gathering of victim assistance professionals, including one from Spirit Lake.
Monday, April, 08, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Farm near Pisek, N.D., will display ‘Home of the Fighting Sioux’ sign
Those letters that formerly spelled out “Home of the Fighting Sioux” on Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks may soon light the way along a stretch of North Dakota Highway 18 near Pisek.
Tuesday, April, 02, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Those letters that formerly spelled out “Home of the Fighting Sioux” on Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks may soon light the way along a stretch of North Dakota Highway 18 near Pisek.
Tuesday, April, 02, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Cramer’s apology not accepted: Spirit Lake Tribal Council denounces remarks by representative
The Spirit Lake Tribal Council issued a statement Friday harshly criticizing comments attributed earlier this week to Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., regarding the protection of women and children on the reservation, including that he reportedly wanted to “(w)ring the Tribal Council’s neck and slam them against the wall.”
Saturday, March, 30, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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The Spirit Lake Tribal Council issued a statement Friday harshly criticizing comments attributed earlier this week to Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., regarding the protection of women and children on the reservation, including that he reportedly wanted to “(w)ring the Tribal Council’s neck and slam them against the wall.”
Saturday, March, 30, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Heitkamp responds to Bloomberg gun ads
Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., responded sharply Tuesday to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s TV ad campaign targeting senators who may be reluctant to support pending gun control legislation. Bloomberg is personally financing the campaign in 13 states, including North Dakota, where he believes senators, Republicans and Democrats, need pressure from constituents to vote for requiring background checks for all gun purchases.
Wednesday, March, 27, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., responded sharply Tuesday to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s TV ad campaign targeting senators who may be reluctant to support pending gun control legislation. Bloomberg is personally financing the campaign in 13 states, including North Dakota, where he believes senators, Republicans and Democrats, need pressure from constituents to vote for requiring background checks for all gun purchases.
Wednesday, March, 27, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Norway-N.D. oil connection continues to grow
The Norway-North Dakota connection founded by 19th-century immigrants and “greased” by more recent ties in oil development continues to grow, as the University of North Dakota and the University of Bergen, Norway, look to establish a student, faculty and research exchange.
Tuesday, March, 19, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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The Norway-North Dakota connection founded by 19th-century immigrants and “greased” by more recent ties in oil development continues to grow, as the University of North Dakota and the University of Bergen, Norway, look to establish a student, faculty and research exchange.
Tuesday, March, 19, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Young North Dakotans drawn to public service
GRAND FORKS — A year ago, Alex Looysen was a 20-year-old biology student at Jamestown College who shared the disdain that many young Americans had for politics, politicians and government.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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GRAND FORKS — A year ago, Alex Looysen was a 20-year-old biology student at Jamestown College who shared the disdain that many young Americans had for politics, politicians and government.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Documentary follows Sioux woman’s struggle
GRAND FORKS — The Spirit Lake Nation’s continuing efforts to deal with deficiencies in its child protection system is about to get another round of national exposure.
Monday, March, 04, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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GRAND FORKS — The Spirit Lake Nation’s continuing efforts to deal with deficiencies in its child protection system is about to get another round of national exposure.
Monday, March, 04, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Deadline passes for settlement: Last day passes for American Indians to apply for Cobell payment
Friday was the deadline for American Indians to apply for their share of the second installment of the Cobell settlement with the federal government, a $3.4 billion redress of faulty U.S. handling of Indian lands and money over many years.
Saturday, March, 02, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Friday was the deadline for American Indians to apply for their share of the second installment of the Cobell settlement with the federal government, a $3.4 billion redress of faulty U.S. handling of Indian lands and money over many years.
Saturday, March, 02, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Meeting held on Spirit Lake children
Samuel Merrick Sr. stood at a microphone, faced a line of federal officials arrayed on a stage and said he wanted to look each of them in the eyes as he talked about his tribe’s problems. But he couldn’t, he said, because diabetes has dimmed his eyes.
Friday, March, 01, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Samuel Merrick Sr. stood at a microphone, faced a line of federal officials arrayed on a stage and said he wanted to look each of them in the eyes as he talked about his tribe’s problems. But he couldn’t, he said, because diabetes has dimmed his eyes.
Friday, March, 01, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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N.D. higher ed board officers defend Shirvani
Top officers of the State Board of Higher Education have rallied to the defense of embattled North Dakota University System Chancellor Hamid Shirvani, criticizing the North Dakota Student Association’s “no confidence” vote.
Monday, February, 25, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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Top officers of the State Board of Higher Education have rallied to the defense of embattled North Dakota University System Chancellor Hamid Shirvani, criticizing the North Dakota Student Association’s “no confidence” vote.
Monday, February, 25, 2013 - The Jamestown Sun - News
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