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Southern Ute Elections: Candidate Statements
Hilda Burch, General Election Tribal Council Candidate, GENERAL ELECTION Hilda Burch Tribal Council Candidate Maykh Nuuchiu and Greetings, Southern Ute Tribal Members I am Hilda Burch, the daughter of the late Everett Burch and Florence Williams-egap. I have worked for the Southern Ute Tribe for 30+ years, started with Youth Conservation Corp (YCC). I have lived off the reservations while my father was attending colleges in CA, AZ and UT.
Torres to Gaming Commission
On Tuesday afternoon Sept. 1, Vanessa Torres stood before Tribal Judge Apprentice Natelle Thompson at the Southern Ute Tribal Court Chambers as she takes her Oath of Office to become a member of the Gaming Commission. Members of the Southern Ute Gaming Commission gather for a photo after Vanessa Torres’s Swearing in Ceremony at the Tribal Court Chambers. Left to right: Byron Frost, Tommy Weaver, Vanessa Torres, Bertha Box, and Acie Patterson.
Annual Elders event sparks community unity
On Friday, June 26, the Division of Social Services hosted the 3rd Annual Elders Symposium. The half-day event began with an opening prayer provided by Southern Ute Tribal Council Member, Marjorie Barry. A healthy lunch and refreshing drinks provided by staff, local food and beverage vendors. Attendees along with caretakers were greeted with educational swag from local vendors and tribal departments.
Southern Ute Indian Tribe: Special Election for Southern Ute Tribal Chairman
TRIBAL CHAIRMAN CANDIDATE STATEMENTS Adam Red, Candidate for Chairman Adam Red Greetings Tribal Membership, My name is Adam Red, and I am running for Chairman in the 2026 Special Election. I believe effective leadership begins with listening, making informed decisions, and remaining accountable to the people we serve. The Chairman and Tribal Council are elected by, report to, and should be held accountable to the Membership. Why did I decide to run for Chairman?
Baker McKenzie Advising Genki Global Dining Concepts on its Acquisition of Australia’s Sushi Sushi Operator Food Odyssey Pty. Ltd.
Baker McKenzie is advising Genki Global Dining Concepts Corporation (GGDC) (TSE stock code: 9828) on its acquisition of Food Odyssey Pty. Ltd., operator of Australian sushi chain Sushi Sushi. This acquisition represents a key step in GGDC’s international growth strategy. Through Sushi Sushi, the company will secure a strong market position, with approximately 180 restaurants operating across Australia. Sushi Sushi has also recently expanded into New Zealand and Saudi Arabia.
Meet the Candidates Night
Fellow candidates, Christine Baker Sage and Cheryl Frost look on as Marjorie Barry spoke from the heart to answer questions from the membership. Pictured at the right side of the panel – Carolyne Grey Eagle, Cassandra Atencio, Heather Frost, and Edward Box III took to the stage to answer questions demonstrating their ability to be contributing leaders.
2025 Southern Ute General Election | Tribal Council Candidates
CANDIDATE STATEMENT Edward Box III Tribal Council Candidate Let me first introduce myself. I am Edward Burch Box III. I am the son of Edward and Betty Box, grandson of Edward and Dorothy Box, Sr. – egap, great-grandson of Jacob and Bertha Box – egap and Sam and Clara Burch – egap, and great-great-grandson of Edwin Cloud – egap and Ruth Nash Cloud – egap. I am committed to academic excellence.
Committee of Elders
A friendly reminder that two (2) Board Member seats remain vacant. Eligible Tribal members interested in serving may submit a letter of interest by emailing swhyte@southernute-nsn.gov, delivering it in person to the Tribal Council Affairs receptionist at the Leonard C. Burch building, or mailing it to Tribal Council Affairs at PO Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137. For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2319 or Council Member Marjorie Barry at 970-563-2304.
ISD forms Native American Parental Advisory Committee to better serve students, families
The Ignacio School District has launched a new parental committee aimed at guiding the district staff in operating Native American programming. The Native American Parental Advisory Committee, or NAPAC, is a collaborative group of Native American parents, students, and district representatives who work together to support the educational experience of Native American students attending the Ignacio School District.
Membership meets candidates
Chairman Candidate, Ramona Eagle answers questions from the membership during night two of the Meet the Candidates event on Thursday, Oct. 19. During night two the membership had the opportunity to hear from candidates running for the Chairman position. Communication Specialist, Summer Begay reads questions from the membership to the panel of Council Candidates on Tuesday, Oct. 17.
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