Posts by Fabian Martinez

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is set to replace the aging bridge deck this fall, with repair crews onsite throughout much of October, possibly into November, depending on weather conditions. The bridge crosses the Pine River on La Boca Ranch Road and provides access to Indian Mesa, and sections of northern New Mexico to the south.

Fri Nov 20th, 2020

Ghosts of the Railroad: La Boca Bridge revitalized

Judge Scott Moore and Senior Probation Officer Vanessa Torres wrap Jasmine Weaver in a Pendleton blanket in celebration of completing her time in the tuuCai Wellness Court on Thursday, Sep. 10 in the Southern Ute Tribal Courtroom.

Fri Sep 25th, 2020

Wellness Court honors Weaver

One lucky winner was chosen for the 2.45-acre land assignment that was advertised by the Lands Division on Tuesday, March 17 in the Tribal Council Chambers. John E. Baker Jr.’s card was pulled in the drawing for the land assignment by Chairman Christine Sage. Another 45-Day Notice and subsequent drawing will take place at a later date for an assignment on Highway 550.

Sat Mar 28th, 2020

Land assignment awarded

Southern Ute tribal elder Lynda D’Wolf passes out new materials to the Director of the Southern Ute Education Department, LaTitia Taylor and other participants of the Ute Language class, Friday, March 6. The class is held in the Chief Ignacio conference room each week; class is offered every Friday to tribal members, employees and community members to help them learn the Ute language.

Mon Mar 16th, 2020

Nuche Knowledge

30 years ago, James M. Olguin, Director of the Southern Ute Wildlife Department, talks to a group of Colorado State University students on an annual ecology tour of the United States, looking at different management programs.

Fri Mar 13th, 2020

Many Moons Ago

Participants in the “Cupid Shuffle” contest show off their best moves to compete for first place on Friday, Feb. 14 at the Multi-Purpose Facility. The dance also featured a cake walk and a round dance contest which highlighted a variety of music.

Fri Feb 28th, 2020

Do the Cupid Shuffle

Arthur “Johnny” Weaver receives a Pendleton blanket and a certificate from Southern Ute Court Bailiff, Jack Frost Jr. for completing the tuuCai Wellness Court on Thursday, Feb. 6. The Wellness Court encourages defendants in DUI and Drug related cases to find and maintain sobriety during a one-year period. It is a unique program offered by Southern Ute Tribal Court that addresses alcoholism and substance addiction through the use of a holistic and problem-solving approach. The ceremony was held in the Southern Ute Tribal Courtroom.

Fri Feb 14th, 2020

Weaver graduate from Wellness Court

Students from the Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy’s Primary and Elementary classes finish their portions of the program by singing Christmas classics from around the world.

Fri Dec 20th, 2019

It’s that time of the year

Stefanie Fasano choses where to place her ping pong ball in the handmade Plinko board made for the Sip, Chat and Chew raffle on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Multi-Purpose Facility. The board would determine what prize the winner would get: a bag of goodies, a handmade runner, or a gift of your choice.

Fri Dec 20th, 2019

Christmas togetherness

Fri Dec 20th, 2019

SUIMA’s seasonal cuisine

Councilman Cedric Chavez discusses his role as an elected official and his role as a parent being at the IPP Meeting. Chavez encouraged his fellow parents to act by becoming more involved in their child’s education before they start failing or getting into trouble.

Thu Nov 7th, 2019

Parents Raise Concerns at Annual IPP Meeting

KSUT’s new Eddie Box Jr. Media Center is expected to be completed by the end of December with KSUT completely moving in by early March of next year. A small tour was led by KSUT Executive Director, Tami Graham on Monday, October 21.

Fri Oct 25th, 2019

KSUT studio takes shape

Crew workers from the Southern Ute Grounds Maintenance Department cut an overgrown tree on the west side of the Southern Ute Museum on Tuesday, August 6. By clearing away the overgrown brushes and trees, the Southern Ute Museum hopes to open up the back area to visitors.

Fri Aug 16th, 2019

Museum gets a trim

Fri Aug 16th, 2019

Cleanliness is key: museum staff performs annual upkeep on exhibits

Crew members work to remove one half of a modular unit at the former Head Start campus on Tuesday, July 9. The modular units were taken by two private companies and will be salvaged and scrapped.

Thu Aug 1st, 2019

End of an Era: Head Start modulars make a move