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Community gathers for annual American Falls Schools Social Powwow
By YVONNE WARJACK
Sho-Ban News
AMERICAN FALLS — The American Falls Schools Social Powwow brought dancers, families, and spectators together on February 7, for a full day of song, dance, and community activities at American Falls High School.
Grand entries were at 1 p.m. and again at 6 p.m., with a free dinner served at 5 p.m. as part of the day’s schedule. Chelsea Mohawk of Vineyard, Utah, served as master of ceremonies, with Alex Graves Sr. and Danny Tavale leading the floor as arena directors. Ghost Canyon was the host drum. The other drum present was Creek Singers.
During the afternoon session of the powwow, all Junior and Teen categories competed in dance. (cont.)
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Tribal Policy Analyst
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Sho-Ban News
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Sho-Ban News
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