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Santa & Mrs. Claus bring North Pole winter wonderland to Fort Hall
By JEREMY SHAY
Sho-Ban News
FORT HALL — Santa and Mrs. Claus greeted Fort Hall youth and families at their annual Christmas visit to the community at Timbee Hall on Saturday, December 13.
The day began with a morning visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus throughout Fort Hall with help from Fort Hall Fire & EMS staff on their fire engine.
At noon, local youth and families lined up at Timbee Hall for a North Pole winter wonderland visit, and a photo opportunity. Coloring sheets and wish lists were available for youth to complete and drop off for Santa.
Continuing the evening events of the light parade, movie screening and hot chocolate on December 12, Fort Hall Recreation had the Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer animated film playing for attendees while they waited in line for Santa. (cont.)
In other news...
By ROSELYNN YAZZIE & MICHAEL STEELE
Office of Public Affairs
LAS VEGAS — From December 8 to 10, tribal leaders convened in Las Vegas for the Annual Coalition of Large Tribes (COLT) meeting, a three-day forum focused on advancing Tribal sovereignty, health, economic development, and cultural preservation.
COLT represents large, land-based tribes who share similar issues and opportunities.
COLT Chairman Garret Renville opened the meeting with reflections on the year’s accomplishments, followed by an invocation from Fort Hall Business Councilman, and founding COLT member, Nathan Small, representing the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes. Opening business also included welcoming new members including the Mescalero Apache Tribe and Hopi Tribe as voting members, and the Coquille Indian Tribe as an associate member. (cont.)
By YVONNE WARJACK
Sho-Ban News
FORT HALL — Debbie Perdash, a longtime meat cutter at Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Enterprises’ Trading Post Grocery Store, retired after more than 40 years of dedicated service. Beginning her career on July 16, 1984, Debbie worked in the store’s meat department, becoming a steadfast presence in the Fort Hall community. Debbie was a constant figure behind the counter, known for her reliability, commitment, and skilled craftsmanship. Colleagues and community members recognized her on December 11 to honor her years of service — Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Enterprises hosted a public retirement celebration. (cont.)
By LIZZIE BOYD
Sho-Ban News
FORT HALL — Construction Project Manager Kimberly Dixey gave an update on the current projects her department is working on.
The Eagle Lodge building project as of last week has been erected and the Iron Workers are installing the insulation. They will be moving onto installing the underground utilities. (cont.)
