If you live in the 81137 area code and are looking to get your dog spayed or neutered, the LaPlata County Humane Society is coming to Ignacio! In order to confirm an appointment, you must fill out a form and put down your interest in the 81137 clinic. Once your form is received, our team will call for payment to reserve your appointment. Prices are as follows: Canine Neuter – $120 Spay – $150 You must have an appointment to take part in the clinic, no exceptions. To fill out the form visit: https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/dx6ctPdnW6ee If you have any questions or concerns, please call the LaPlata County Human Society office at 970-259-2847.

In collaboration with the DEA, the Southern Ute Department of Education’s Montessori Academy, SUIMA, will kick off the annual Red Ribbon Campaign on October 11, 2023, with the arrival of the Colorado National Guard’s Army helicopter from Gypsum, CO, based out of the Buckley Space Force Base. During October, the DEA will be hosting and participating in Red Ribbon events throughout the country. Please see the press release for additional information or visit the Red Ribbon Campaign website at : https://www.dea.gov/redribbon

The SUIT Environmental Programs Department is accepting applications for the 2024 Cost-share Program (CSP). The purpose of the CSP is to work cooperatively with landowners to implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) on lands within the Reservation. BMPs are designed to improve our rivers, keep our water clean, and protect wildlife habitat. Water quality, fish/wildlife habitat, and recreation opportunities deteriorate when sediment and nutrients flow into our creeks and rivers. The CSP pays 95% of the cost of selected BMPS and the participant provides 5% cost assistance via monetary or “in-kind” labor/materials. Applications are due November 12, 2023. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.SOUTHERNUTE-NSN.GOV/WP-CONTENT/UPLOADS/SITES/15/2023/09/2024-CSP-APPLICATION.PDF Contact project coordinator Dylan Ruckel at (970) 563-2295 or Druckel@southernute-nsn.gov for more information.

Join the Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Division for the next Breastfeeding and Parenting Class on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 12 pm to 1 pm, at the Mouache-Capote building. Our breastfeeding classes are ALWAYS FREE! Ann Oliver from SafeCare of Colorado will be presenting on how to keep your house safe while children and family are within the household. See flyer for details. Healthy lunch provided and all are welcome. For more information, please call (970) 563-2163. Thank you, Shaw Marie Tso Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Division

On Friday, October 13, 2023, the SU MPF will hold their Haunted House Food Fundraiser from 11:30-2:00 p.m. at the SU MPF Facility.  Proceeds support MPF Haunted House 2023.  Eat in or Carry Out by calling (970) 563-2645.  Call (970) 563-2640 for more information.

SOUTHERN UTE FALL CLEAN UP HAS ARRIVED!  OCTOBER 16 through 20 ONLY! By Appointment Only.  No pickups over the weekend or the week after. Fall Clean-Up is for Southern Ute Tribal Members, Tribal Departments, and tenants of the Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority. We will not pick up for non-tribal tenants living in Tribal Member owned rental homes. All pick-ups must be within the boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation only. If you have questions related to your pick-up, please contact the responsible tribal department, tribal entity, or Mr. Tyson Thompson, Director of Property and Facilities at (970) 563-2945. Southern Ute Property and Facilities Tyson Thompson, Director 970-563-2945

On Monday, October 16, 2023, the SU MPF will hold their SU MPF Veterans Pow Wow Food Fundraiser from 11:30-2:00 p.m. at the SU MPF Facility.  Proceeds support the Community Veterans Pow Wow.  Eat in or Carry Out by calling (970) 563-2645.  Call (970) 563-2640 for more information.

Attached is an invitation from the Ignacio School Board and the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council to all parents of an American Indian student to attend the Ignacio School District Indian Policies and Procedures (IPP) meeting on Monday, October 6, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in person at the Ignacio High School Auditorium and light meal will be served. If you have any questions, please contact Chris deKay, Ignacio Superintendent of Schools, at (970) 563-0500 or Latitia Taylor, Director of Education for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, at (970) 563-0237. The link to the annual IPP report that is handed out has been made available online for your viewing prior to the meeting taking place. https://www.ignacioschools.org/indian-policies-and-procedures-0267fc7e The links for the surveys are as follows: Ignacio Early Learning Program Ignacio Elementary School Ignacio Middle School Ignacio High School

Learn to cut and sew moccasins and leggings of cloth with applique'.  You will need measurements, footprint, width, and the diameter of the calf.  Space is limited, please call (970) 563--2640; (970) 563-2641 or email:  multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov to sign-up, space is limited.

This is the last Community Veterans Pow Wow Lunch Fundraiser before the Pow Wow.  Thank you for all your support and donations.  You may call orders in at 970-563-2640. Please no emails today; the staff will be in the kitchen prepping.