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Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe
Numa News
www.fpst.org Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe Issue 12 December 2021
Hearts Full of Thanks for the Fallon Tribe
By Jill Wright tribalnews@fpst.org
Thanksgiving is back, at least for
most people. Community members
spent time at the Tribal Thanksgiv-
ing Dinner savoring their opportuni-
ty to feel normal-or something close
to it. Some are still cautious, opting
out again this year. Most of those in
attendance were not so concerned.
This year there was much discussion
and then decided that we would
work hard at bringing the communi-
ty together with focus on unity and
Young Chief Drum Group, Colton Tohannie and Yohon Smith sing an honor song to
providing a Thanksgiving Dinner, as Veterans at the 2021 Thanksgiving Dinner as MC Maria Williams holds the mic.
it is a time for family and friends.
Local Artist Scot Campbell painted were in attendance, as Veterans also so glad I came” said one guest.
the windows of the Community received a round of applause from We would like to thank everyone
Learning Center with amazing fes- the audience. who worked hard at making this
tive theme with thanksgiving cheer. This years Turkey Calling Contest event a success.
As guests arrived at the event, at- attracted new hunters. Sweet
tendees could sign up for the raffle Tribal Chairman Williams-Tuni
Brooklin Hicks might have been
for a chance to win a great prize and would like to extend a warm wel-
little, but she won her first turkey
as a pre-Thanksgiving snack, bread come to everyone to our 2021 Trib-
calling contest for the 12 and under al Christmas Dinner which will be
baskets were placed on each table and turkey caller Tiffany Welch
for those serious bread lovers. held on Saturday, December 11,
won for the adults with a lot of 2021 at 1pm. The tribe has taken
The official host and Masters of laughs and maybe even some attract- extra steps to reduce the spread of
Ceremony, Maria Williams opened ing of birds. COVID-19 among staff and at-
up the event as she kept the show The raffle was the last activity on the tendees. She wishes everyone a
on schedule as she introduced Rev. agenda, with great prizes. The big Merry Christmas and Happy New
Ernie Hooper who gave the Invoca- winners of the grand prize 55 inch Year.
tion and Chairman Williams-Tuni Sampson television was Vickie
gave the announcements to a Moyle and Jerry Koluli.
packed house. The Thanksgiving
Dinner was served by setting up 2 The tribe provided over 20 home-
serving lines which kept things flow- bound Thanksgiving meals as leav-
ing as usual. ing home is difficult for some and
are unable to get to community
After the dinner, Young Chiefs functions. “It was a good event, see-
Drum Group sang songs including ing all the happy faces and laughter,
SYNERGY
an Honor song for all Veterans who people just glad to be together, I’m
2 MC Maria Williams & Youth Maria Williams & Adult Turkey Chairman Williams-Tuni gives a welcoming Turkey Caller winner Caller winner, Tiffany Welch speech at the Tribal Thanksgiving Dinner-2021 Brooklin Hicks Grand prize winner Jerry Koluli Grand prize winner Vickie Moyle Karen Baker wins the $100 Wal-Mart gift card 55” Sampson Television 55” Sampson Television Jackie Allen wins the Sound bar as her nephew Lonnie Layva carries food basket for winner Youth try their best at the Cameron Allen helps her carry it. Congrats!!! Linda Noneo turkey calling contest
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Display of raffle ticket prizes and welcome sign made
by Leona Mineard
Attendees enjoying their Thanksgiving Dinner Experienced Kitchen Crew, Harry and Vanessa work hard
behind the scenes and loving the new kitchen
Ezekiel Downs prepares bread Shawntay Fredricks & Sean Food Baskets donated by the Housing Authority &
for tables...ready, bready, go!! Reeder win food basket Tribal Health Clinic/Special Events.
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SEC/NAVY Visits Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe
By Jill Wright tribalnews@fpst.org
Secretary of the Navy, Car-
los Del Toro and his entourage
visited the Fallon Paiute Sho-
shone Tribe on November 7,
2021. The visit is unprecedent-
ed by a sitting Secretary of the
Navy. The discussion with
Tribal Leadership, centered on
the proposed expansion of the
Fallon Naval Air Station.
“As Secretary, I am commit-
ted to ensure that the Depart-
ment of the Navy embodies the
values it is charged to defend. I
am resolute in being a good
neighbor to the Native Ameri-
can communities that many of
our faithful service members are
from and with which we serve
alongside. The Navy and Ma-
rine Corps recognize that we
have an obligation to be good
stewards of the natural and cul-
tural resources that are im- L-R; Council Member Phil Johnson, Chairman Williams-Tuni, US Secretary of the
portant to our Native American
Navy, Carlos Del Toro and Tribal Treasurer Dan Allen
communities.
As federal trustees, the Department is charged with a responsibility to protect tribal treaty rights, lands,
assets, and resources, as well as a duty to carry out the mandates of federal law. We take these obligations
seriously.” In the spirit of partnership and cooperation, we strive to build and nurture a lasting collaborative
relationship of respect, trust, and openness with tribal governments to protect the rights and sovereignty of Na-
tive Americans while meeting the national security needs of our Nation.”
Though not yet finalized, the proposed expansion would mark a significant increase in training flights in
the airspace over tribal lands across North-western Nevada. The proposal is disfavored by FPST and it’s
members.
In his Thanksgiving address the Secretary seemingly offered carefully chosen words of reassurance and
understanding created by the tension the impact the needs of the military has on Native communities which
are frequently located in more rural areas of the country. This precarious balance has at times seemed to have
been ignored or outweighed when Native quality of life and health issues collide with US Government, espe-
cially US military interests, a recent example being the North Dakota pipeline. Nonetheless Secretary del To-
ro tried to reassure Native communities of his dedication to taking the needs and wants of Native peoples into
equal consideration when faced with far-reaching changes to current relationships.
Secretary Del Toro was sworn in as the 78th Secretary of the Navy August 9, 2021. As Secretary, he is
responsible for over 900,000 Sailors, Marines, reservists, and civilian personnel and an annual budget exceed-
ing $210 Billion.
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Fallon Tribe thanks Tribal/Community Veterans
By Jill Wright tribalnews@fpst.org
For the entire month of November, the Fal-
lon Paiute Shoshone Tribe created a Wall
of Honor to honor Veterans as a symbol of
recognition to the men and women who
served and sacrificed their lives.
Over the years, the Fallon Tribe has been
collecting photos of tribal/community
member Veterans of all eras of History.
Now with over 44 photos collected, both
veterans and active duty were displayed in
the lobby of the Administration Building.
The Wall of Honor project is growing eve-
ry year, as we are so proud of our Veterans Veteran Ernie Hooper receives his travel bag from
Chairman Williams-Tuni.
and will continue to be an ongoing project.
If you know of a FPST Veteran, please
contact Jill Wright, Communications at
775-423-6075 ex. 1012. Please include the
person’s name, when they served and in
what war or wars, and a copy of their
DD214.
In addition, Veterans were honored with
either a gift card or a beautiful travel bag
with a blanket and other small tokens of
appreciation.
Let us thank the men and women who
serve our country with such courage and Veteran Stacey Manning
bravery. Your strength is inspiring, your
dedication unwavering and sacrifice un-
ending. Thank you for protecting our free-
dom and country, defending our rights and
sacrificing so much. Thank you for your
valor!
GOD BLESS OUR
VETERANS
Veteran Troy Hicks
8 Employee Spotlight New FPST Environmental Specialist, Safia Amimi Hello, my name is Safia Amimi. I recently graduated from UNR with a degree in environmental science. I am originally from Morocco, a small coun- try in North Africa. I am very excited to join the Environmental Protection De- partment and to work as an Environ- mental Specialist on climate change planning. I love the desert environment in our state and I think its beauty and natural resources should be protected so future generations can also experience its beau- ty. Although, the desert seems arid and harsh, it’s a home of many plants and wildlife, it’s full of mystery and life and our role is to protect it from climate change and enhance its resilience and I hope to achieve this with your feedback and support. Personally, I love hiking in the desert, spending time with my fami- ly and gardening.
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10 American Heart Association Managing Stress During the Holidays Stress happens. While some stress can be good for us, constant or chronic stress can have real consequences on both emotional and physical health. Stress leads to unhealthy habits like overeating, physical inactivity, smoking and risk factors for heart disease and stroke like high blood pressure, and depression or anxiety. Chronic stress does not have to be the norm, and according to the Ameri- can Heart Association, reducing stress and cultivating a positive mindset can improve health and well-being. Taking time for you is important because managing constant stress may reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Here are a few simple things you can do: Take a quick moment to breathe deep Take your dog on a short walk Get the friends together for lunch Aim to think more positively Schedule a power nap to recharge Add fruits or veggies to your meals Physical activity is linked to lower risk of diseases, stronger bones and muscles, improved mental health and cognitive function and lower risk of depression. Staying active is one of the best ways to keep your body and mind healthy. Not only can it help you feel, think, sleep and live better, it also improves overall quality of life. The American Heart Association recommends adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity, or 75 minutes of vigorous activ- ity, or a combination of those activities per week. Physical activity keeps your mind sharp now – and later. Studies show that higher fitness levels are linked to better attention, learning, working memory and problem solving. Reducing High Blood Pressure Cardiovascular diseases, like heart attacks or strokes, are the no. 1 killer of all adults in the U.S. One of the major risk factors is high blood pressure, which affects nearly half of all adults. But many adults don’t even know they have it. The Centers for Disease Con- trol reports that Native Americans have the second highest rate of high blood pressure among all races, with 27% of American Indi- ans or Alaska Natives experiencing hypertension. High blood pressure is when your blood pressure, the force of blood flowing through your blood vessels, is consistently too high. Most of the time there are no obvious symptoms. When left untreated, the damage that high blood pressure does to your circulatory system is a significant contributing factor to heart attack, stroke and other health threats, according to the American Heart Associa- tion. The good news is that with proper treatment and management, you can control your blood pressure to help you live a long and healthy life. Get your blood pressure checked at your next doctor’s appointment. If it is on the higher side, make some healthy changes like eating healthier, reduce sodium and move your body more. Making small lifestyle changes can help control your high blood pressure and reduce your risk of a serious heart threat. Physical Activity for Kids One of the best things you can do for your body is to move it. Even in small increments, exercise adds up to better heart health for you and your family. For kids, the American Heart Association recommends at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day. Right now, only about half of all children in the U.S. meet three or four of the seven criteria for ideal cardiovascular health. Kids who are active have better bone health, physical fitness, brain function, attention and academic performance. And active kids have a better chance of growing into healthy adults! The American Heart Association says the hour of physical activity should be moderate or vigorous in intensity, but it can be broken up into shorter sessions throughout the day for kids ages six to 17. For pre- school-age children (3-5 years old), aim for three hours of active play. This can range from light to vigorous activity. A child’s ability to get enough physical activity is affected by many factors: Are there safe streets near the child’s home for them to ride bicycles? Are there nearby parks or green spaces where children can move and be safe? What kind of physical education is the child getting at school? Social determinants drive kids' health and development, and the health of the next generation needs to be viewed through an equity-first lens. If you’re interested in learning how to get your kids more active, see if your school participates in Kids Heart Challenge. Through this American Heart Association program, students K-12 have fun learning to keep their hearts healthy, all while making a differ- ence in the lives of others by raising money to help kids with heart problems. Students have the cardio-pumping options to jump rope, practice basketball skills, complete obstacle courses or dance their way to heart health. Learn more at heart.org/khc or emailing Leland Brandon at leland.brandon@heart.org.
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Employment Opportunities Have an upcoming event or
community announcement?
Churchill Coalition Job Opening Make sure it’s in the Numa News Newsletter!
*Go to their website at www.churchillcoalition.com. The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe provides a venue to list/post
upcoming events and community announcements in its Numa News
The description can be accessed through publication.
“Employment” This service is being offered to provide people with an opportunity
to share information with the members of the Fallon Paiute-
under the Shoshone Tribe. If you have an event or announcement of public
interest you may email tribalnews@fpst.org or by mail to 565 Rio
“About Us” tab Vista Drive, Fallon, NV 89406 (Attn: Numa News) for considera-
tion.
For events include the event name, date, time, location and event
website, along with a brief description and contact information. The
Tribe is not responsible for inaccurate information, including but
not limited to incorrect dates, times, and locations, published in the
newsletter.
All information should be submitted by the 1st of the month for
approval prior to publish in the next month’s edition. The Tribe
reserves the right to decline event submissions, as well as to edit
event information for length, spelling, clarity, and language.
The newsletter is not intended to be used as a promotional vehicle
for commercial interests or events (unless from Fallon Tribal pro-
grams/entities). References or hyperlinks in the Numa News to any
individual or entity are for informational purposes only and are not
an endorsement by the Tribe or Council. The Tribe is providing no
legal, accounting or other professional advice by including refer-
ences to any entity or individual.
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SOCIAL DISTANCING – TRIBAL POINTS-OF-CONTACT
We are encouraging our tribal members and residents to stay at home as much as possible with the coronavirus situation
in the country. We know that you have tribal business that needs to be done but a lot of these items can be done either
by phone or by email. So before you come in please try to phone or email the points-of-contact below to see if we can
get your issue addressed without coming into a building. Your phone call or email will be answered by the individual or
referred to the appropriate person and they will get back in touch with you as soon as possible. Thank you.
Program Area Point-of-Contact Email Phone Numbers
ADMINISTRATION
Primary Contact Chairman Williams-Tuni chairman@fpst.org 775-423-6075
Primary Contact Secretary Dyer secretary@fpst.org 775-426-8635
Primary Contact Treasurer Allen fbctreasurer@fpst.org 775-423-6075
Primary Contact Sandra Hicks grantsofficer@fpst.org 775-423-6075 ext.1021
Primary Contact Vacant hrdirector@fpst.org 775-423-6075 ext. 1011
COMMUNICATIONS
Primary Contact Jill Wright tribalnews@fpst.org 775-423-6075
VICTIM SERVICES
Primary Contact Michelle Bowers victimservices@fpst.org 775-427-0985
HOUSING AUTHORITY
Primary Contact Jennifer John housingdirector@fpst.org 775-426-8229
SENIOR CENTER
Primary Contact Jenevie Lucero Elder1@fpst.org 775-423-7569
TRIBAL RESOURCES
Primary Contact Leanna Hale landwaterdir@fpst.org 775-423-3725
COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
Primary Contact Rochanne Downs clcdirector@fpst.org 775-427-0991
HEALTH CENTER
Health Administration Jon Pishion fthcdirector@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1029
775-217-9078
Medical & Laboratory Christina Baldwin medical8@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1050
Dental Services dentalreceptionist@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1016
Optical Services Leneva George opto1@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1017
Pharmacy Tim Brown chiefpharmacist@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1872
Wellness Center Vacant diabetescoord@fpst.org 775-423-2220
Benefits Office Denise Harrison benefits2@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1026
Patient Registration Tamika Fasthorse patreg2@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1025
CHR Program Linda Noneo chrsup@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1039
775-427-0977
Medical Records Vacant medrecsup@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1024
PRC Office (referrals) Juanita George chs@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1030
Behavioral Health Brenda Hooper bhassistant@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1040
Leslie Steve mhsadirector@fpst.org 775-423-3634, ext. 1032
PUBLIC SAFETY
Emergency Management Jackie Conway emd@fpst.org 775-423- 8848
Tribal Police Vacant chiefofpolice@fpst.org 775-423-8848
PUBLIC WORKS
Water/Sanitation John Schafer publicworks@fpst.org 775-427-9954
Environmental Richard Black richenviro@fpst.org 775-423-0590
Public Works On-Call # On Call 775-217-0312
TRIBAL COURT
Judicial Services Kae Ward judicialmgr@fpst.org 775-423-8883
YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
Social Services Jennifer Pishion ssdirector@fpst.org 775-423-1215
Vocational Rehab. Elaine Bender vrm@fpst.org 775-428-2250NONPROFIT ORG.
Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe
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