By LORI ANN EDMO
Sho-Ban News
FORT HALL — After 34 years representing the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes as the Fish and Wildlife Policy Representative Claudeo Broncho retired and a celebration in his honor was September 3, 2026.

Broncho is only the second person to serve in the unique position as Lionel Q. Boyer was the first.

Claudeo said it’s unique because he was able to speak on behalf of the Fort Hall Business Council – something only a council member is afforded. He would testify, vote on certain issues and represent in litigation involving the Tribes. The Treaty is number one, “We use that to hunt and fish on unoccupied lands of the United States – we use that very strongly because that’s how we go forward in regard to challenging litigation,” he said. (cont.)

By YVONNE WARJACK
Sho-Ban News
BLACKFOOT — Native artists, crafters, photographers and community members brought hundreds of entries to the 2026 Eastern Idaho State Fair, where the Native Department featured beadwork, photography, traditional arts and cultural displays while recognizing exhibitors with awards in several categories. (cont.)

By YVONNE WARJACK
Sho-Ban News
FORT HALL -— A project years in the making is taking shape at Fort Hall Elementary School, where construction has begun on a new 200-meter track designed to serve students, families and the surrounding community. (cont.)