End of An Era: Seminoles Say Farewell To Gladys and Pepper
By K.B. Schaller

DAVIE - They came from near and far to attend the farewell party of Gladys Wigden and Pepper Harris, many dressed in their most festive patchwork. They brought gifts, cards, hugs, kisses and a few more tears. (continue)

Little Mr. and Miss Seminole Contest Winners
By Alexandra Frank

HOLLYWOOD - On Feb. 8, the littlest Tribal members came dressed in their finest patchwork clothing, with weapons ranging from bow and arrows to spears and cute dimples. They represented four reservations and ranged in ages from 3-5 years old. (continue)

"Get Golf" At Swamp Safari
By Janice Billie

BIG CYPRESS - On Feb.19, a film crew from PGA Tour Productions spent the day at Billie Swamp Safari shooting scenes for the program Get Golf. The program airs on the USA Network on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. (continue)

Cypress Named "Rodeo Cattleman of the Year"
By Benny Secody

LABELLE - Each year, the LaBelle Swamp Cabbage Festival Rodeo committee puts their heads together to select an individual worthy of the title of "Rodeo Cattleman of the Year" and honors that person at the annual Swamp Cabbage Festival Rodeo. (continue)

Amy Johns Ashley Receives M.P.A.

TEMPE, AZ - On Dec. 14, 2001 Tribal member Amy Johns Ashley received her Master of Public Administration from Arizona State University. Ashley, who grew up on the Brighton reservation, is of the Panther Clan. Her parents are Patty Johns Waldron and Daryl Bruce Waldron. She also has a six-year old son, Steven Barboncito Ashley. (continue)

Contractor Selected For Canal Construction
By Elrod Bowers

HOLLYWOOD - At a Feb. 22 Special Meeting, the Tribal Council, after reviewing the bid evaluation results and contractor recommendations, chose the Murphy Construction Company to begin construction on the East Conveyance Canal in Big Cypress.

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