Month: September 2024

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National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools

September 30, 2024 by sbegay

Today, we honor the resilience of the boarding school survivors and mourn the loss of those who did not make it home. Their experiences must serve as a reminder of the importance of protecting every Indigenous child and ensuring their safety and love. Every child matters.

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For Immediate Release: Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Joins Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Legal Action to Receive Fair Treatment by State 09302024

September 30, 2024 / September 30, 2024 by sbegay

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2024 Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Joins Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Legal Action to Receive Fair Treatment by State Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Facing the same stonewalling tactics preventing equal access to economic opportunities voted into law by Colorado voters in 2019, the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe has joined the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in their legal action to receive fair treatment by the State of Colorado. “The State must live up to its obligations to our Tribes as outlined in agreements and federal law. Because of this ongoing injustice, we are also now taking the unfortunate but necessary step of legal action to correct this,” Chairman Manuel Heart of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe said. “The State is wrong to lock our Tribes out of these economic opportunities, and they must be held accountable for their actions to hold back our Tribes.” “Enough is enough. This unfair treatment must end now. Our Tribes are demanding immediate action to rectify this injustice and ensure the State fulfills its obligations.” said Chairman Melvin J. Baker of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. […]

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For Immediate Release: Incident on Highway 151 09172024

September 17, 2024 / September 17, 2024 by sbegay

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 17, 2024 Incident on Highway 151 Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is aware of a plane crash landing that occurred this afternoon at approximately 12:45 PM on an assignment just off of Highway 151. Southern Ute Police and Tribal Rangers in addition to other first responders are active on the scene. The plane had two passengers, one transported for medical assistance. No further details are available. Additional information will be provided. ###

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SUDEP: Fiber Broadband Community Event 09202024

September 12, 2024 by sbegay

Please join the Southern Ute Digital Equity Program, XMission, and FTI for a Fiber Broadband Community Event on Friday, September 20, 2024 at the Ignacio Community Library from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. All community members are invited to attend to have questions answered, sign up for fast and affordable internet! Attendees are welcome at any time during the event. For more information, contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555.

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National Day of Service and Remembrance 09112024

September 11, 2024 by sbegay

Today, we stand in remembrance of a day that forever changed our nation. Twenty-three years ago, the Twin Towers fell, a symbol of strength shattered by unspeakable violence. In the wake of this tragedy, our country witnessed acts of courage and compassion that define the very best of the American spirit. We honor the Native Americans whose ancestral lands were the site of this attack. Their resilience and enduring connection to the earth remind us of the importance of unity and understanding. We remember the brave men and women who answered the call to serve. From all walks of life, they stepped forward to defend our freedom and protect our way of life. Their sacrifice and unwavering patriotism will forever be etched in our hearts. Let us also remember the first responders, the firefighters, the police officers, the medical professionals, and citizens who rushed into the danger, risking their own lives to save others. Their selfless heroism is a testament to the indomitable spirit of humanity.

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TMX Announcement 09102024

September 10, 2024 / September 10, 2024 by sbegay

📣 Important Announcement 📣 There is an important notice for enrolled Southern Ute Tribal Members on the Tribal Member Portal (TMX). To view the notice, please login into the TMX: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/tmx/ To reset your password: 1. Please visit https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/tmx/ 2. Under “Getting Started Resources” select “Password Reset Instructions” and follow the guide. 3. Direct link: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2023/01/TMx-Member-Website-Password-Reset.pdf Please do not create a new account. For technical assistance, please contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555 or TIS Vital Statistics at 970-563-2248. For questions about the content, please call Stephanie Monte at 970-563-2260 or Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313. – Summer Begay, Communication Specialist

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