SUIMA: Spring Break
Spring is also coming! The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy will be closed Monday, 3/17 – Friday, 3/21, 2025 for Spring Break. School will resume on Monday, March 24, 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571Summer Begay, PIO – 970.553.0052 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2025 Rim Road Fire Update Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Firefighters are making strong headway, with containment expected to reach 75% by the end of the day. The fire remains at 114 acres, with no new growth reported. Crews are actively securing containment lines and conducting mop-up operations across the fire area. Infrared technology is being used to detect and eliminate hidden hot spots, helping ensure the fire stays within control lines. A total of 106 personnel remain assigned to the incident. While fire activity has stayed moderate, crews and resources will remain in the area to respond quickly and proactively to any new fire starts. Public and firefighter safety remain the top priority. Further updates will be shared as conditions evolve. The safety of the community and fire personnel remains the top priority as suppression efforts continue. Smoke may be visible to the local communities. For information related to air quality, please go to: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/wood-smoke-and-health or https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/…/ambient-monitoring/. To report fires contact: DURANGO ZONE DISPATCH (970) 385-1324SOUTHERN UTE POLICE DISPATCH (970) 563-4401
Spring is also coming! The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy will be closed Monday, 3/17 – Friday, 3/21, 2025 for Spring Break. School will resume on Monday, March 24, 2025
6 Rooms available. Please call Elders Services at (970) 563-2309 for more information. Van will depart Elder Services at 8:00 a.m.
The Southern Ute Shining Mountain Health and Wellness is celebrating National Nutrition Month with a food tasting event. Come join us! Thursday, March 20th from 2-4pm at the LCB Building in the Hall of Warriors.
Tribal Members involved in agriculture, whether currently assigned, interested in future assignments, or designated as beneficiaries, are invited to a gathering hosted by Treasurer James “Mike” Olguin and Tribal Council. This will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Multi-Purpose Facility in the Large Room. A lunch will be provided and prepared by Treasurer Olguin. Discussion topics will include: Formation of an Experienced Farmer Work Group: Gauge interest in establishing a collaborative work group of experienced farmers to guide and support new Tribal farmers. Comprehensive Agricultural Land Management Plan: Discussion on the Agricultural Land Management Plan, its goals and objectives. Producer Needs and System Improvement: Openly addressing the needs of agricultural producers, exploring new ideas, and providing a platform for constructive feedback on current systems. For more information or questions, please contact Treasurer James “Mike” Olguin at 970.563.2404 or miolguin@southernute-nsn.gov.
In March, there will be another tribal wills clinic in the Farmington area at the Nenahnezad Chapter House. The clinic will take place March 24-28, 2025. The Tribal Wills Clinic is a group of volunteers including law students and licensed attorneys, who donate their time to help Tribal Members write wills. The services are free, and the process takes about 4 hours, spread over two days. Please contact Mr. John Roach at (505) 716-6788 for more information