Tribal Observer Issue: July 15, 2004

Arrest made in crack cocaine ring

Two dozen suspects in an Isabella County drug ring have been arrested in a case some authorities call precedent-setting.

A multi-agency law enforcement team rounded up 16 suspects since June 24 and arrested eight others in May. Six more suspects remain at large.

Car show to heat up yearly powwow activities

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal members owning a classy chassis or rez rod have until July 23 to enter an upcoming inaugural car show during the 20th Annual Little Elk’s Retreat Powwow.

Annual summer program for Native youth blends recreation and education

Ten-year-old Adam Niezgoda was excited about the field trip the Niibing Program participants were about to embark on July 13.