MITW Podcast

MITW Strategic Plan - Health

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:13:32 -0500

We have come a long way in the health programs and services offered within the Menominee Tribe. But how did it all evolve? This episode looks at the Tribe’s 2007 strategic plan and how it successfully implemented core health initiatives for our community members.

We also dive into What does a healthier Menominee Tribe look like? A question that was asked during the development of our current strategic plan. Join us as we discuss health focus areas that are planned in years to come.

Guests: Jerry Waukau, Clinic Administrator; Kristah Warrington, Aging/LTC Director; Diane Hietpas MAT Program Coordinator

MITW Strategic Plan - Education

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:02:24 -0500

Education is important for every generation. We will discuss the many successes in education from our past strategic plan. What will the future of education look like for Menominee Tribal members? This episode will highlight the goals in education that our strategic plan will focus on in the years to come.

Guests: Shannon Chapman, Education Director, and Chris Caldwell, CMN President

Menominee Tribe Economic Assessment (Strategic Planning Series)

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:17:33 -0500

As part of the 2023 Menominee Tribe Strategic Plan, performing an economic assessment was incorporated to see where things sat currently and how the Reservation could grow to better serve the people of today and in the future. On this episode, you will get to hear from those working on the economic assessment to understand its importance and impact it will have on the community.

Guests: Sharon Waukau (Economic Recovery Coordinator), Diane House (Economic Development Director), Brenda Tomow (Planner), Eric (aLocal)

MITW Strategic Plan Series- Economic Development (Ep. 5 of the Strategic Plan Series)

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:23:04 -0500

One of the ways our community will grow and prosper is through economic development. The past strategic plan for the Menominee Indian Tribe focused on effectively assisting our members with economic resources. Economic growth cannot be done with one initiative. We will discuss the 2023 Menominee Strategic Plan’s wide-ranging goals for economic development.

Guests: Crystal Chevalier-Chapman, CEO, WRDC Chair, Sharon Waukau, EDA Coordinator

MITW Strategic Plan - Culture (Ep. 4 of the Strategic Plan Series)

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 01 May 2024 07:00:00 -0500

To move forward, we must reflect on how far we’ve come in protecting and preserving our culture, history and language. This episode will focus on the past strategic plan successes in the areas of culture, history and language.

Speakers: Brenda Tomow, Planner, Dave Grignon, HP Director, Joey Awonohopay, MLCC Director, Ben Grignon

MITW Strategic Plan - Community Involvement (Ep. 3 of the Strategic Planning Series)

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0500

For any strategic plan to be considered “successful” it will take community involvement. In this episode we will highlight how Tribal leaders are using community input and feedback to help shape our current plan as well as how the community can help meet future goals.

Guests: Jodi Pfarr, CEW Consultant

MITW Strategic Plan 2023 Goals and Areas of Focus ( Ep. 2 of the Strategic Plan Series)

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:30:00 -0600

The Menominee Tribe’s Strategic Plan is designed to guide our path forward as Menominee people. In this episode, we will discuss the plan’s 2023 overarching goals and focus areas for the years to come.

Guests: Brenda Tomow, Planner

MITW Strategic Plan Past and Present (Ep.1 of Strategic Plan Series)

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:24:45 -0600

MITW Strategic Plan Past and Present:

With time comes knowledge and experience, something that we are happy to have applied to our current MITW Strategic Plan. But we can’t forget about the past. We will reflect on past strategic planning and how it led us to where we are today.

We will also dive into what Menominee Tribe’s Strategic Plan is, how it came about and why it’s important to the future of our tribe and people.

Guests: AnnMarie Johnson, MITW Admin and Brenda Tomow, MITW Planner

Menominee Reservation Zoning Project

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:34:07 -0500

In this episode of the MITW Podcast we sat down with directors Gary Besaw and Douglas Cox to discuss the upcoming zoning project and town hall meetings.

Town Hall Meeting Flyer

Contact Melissa Cook, IGA at mcook@mitw.org for comments

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID Update 3-2-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:14:26 -0600

In this week's COVID update we talked about the possibility of new CDC mask recommendations, an update on the BA.2 variant, fourth shots, and the latest community statistics.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Bi-Weekly COVID Update 2-14-22

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 14:55:54 -0600

Welcome back to the MITW Podcast! This week we talked about local statistic updates, the possibility of a "stealth" Omicron surge, mask recommendations, and where to get both flu and COVID vaccines locally.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Update 1-28-22

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:54:22 -0600

On episode 92 of the MITW Podcast we discussed the state of the Omicron surge, monoclonal antibody treatments, and the BA.2 variant.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Update 1-21-22

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:35:20 -0600

On episode 91 of the MITW Podcast, we discussed how to get at-home tests, the current state of the Omicron surge, the new mask guidelines, and the Tribal shutdown.

Links:
Free Rapid COVID test kits

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Update 1-14-22

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:39:33 -0600

On episode 90 of the MITW Podcast, we discussed the current numbers with the Omicron surge, the Tribe's continuing shutdown, at-home rapid tests, isolation time recommendations, and what we can expect with Omicron in the next few weeks.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID Q&A: Holiday Edition

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 11:39:38 -0600

On episode 89 of the MITW Podcast we discussed the spread of Omicron in the US, updates on local vaccination numbers, vaccines effectiveness against Omicron, and how to prevent an outbreak this holiday season.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Q&A 12-10-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:11:13 -0600

On episode 88 of the MITW Podcast, we returned from our break and discussed Omicron and what we know about it so far. We also discussed parosmia and tips for keeping safe this holiday season.
Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID Q&A 2021 Thanksgiving Edition

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 11:39:25 -0600

On episode 87 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. This week our topics included: COVID-19 & deer, the B.1.1.7 variant, and ways to keep you and your family safe this holiday season.
Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Update 11-5-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 14:17:04 -0500

On episode 85 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. This week our topics were children's vaccination availability, Biden's vaccine mandate, the new antiviral pill, updates on local statistics of infection and vaccination.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Booster Bonanza Q&A 10-29-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 12:03:45 -0500

On episode 85 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. This week all of our questions were about boosters; including who qualifies, what boosters are available, and how to choose, booster side-effects, and what to expect next.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Q&A 10-22-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0500

On episode 84 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: cloth vs surgical masks, preparation for vaccinating children aged 5-11, the new variant from England, and trick or treating.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Q&A 10-15-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:53:40 -0500

This week Gary Dodge Jr. returns as co-host! On episode 83 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: FDA approval of Moderna booster shots and vaccines for children, in-person learning for our schools, and the vaccine clinic currently taking place here on the Menominee Indian Reservation.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID Q&A 10-1-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:16:31 -0500

On episode 82 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Pregnant women and COVID, more information on booster shots, long COVID and breakthrough infections, and more.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 9-24-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 11:49:16 -0500

On episode 81 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: our COVID "forecast", FDA approval of booster shots, and the R.1 variant.

Links:
CDC Predictive Model
Number of COVID cases
Vaccination Rates
Hospital Usage

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Q&A 9-17-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:49:12 -0500

On episode 80 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: local case numbers for the week, Biden's vaccine mandate, RegenCov, and the Mu variant.

Monoclonal antibodies

Mu Variant

https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#variant-proportions

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Weekly Update 9-9-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:50:00 -0500

On episode 79 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: local vaccination numbers, miscarriages and the vaccine, and the outlook for this fall.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Weekly Update 8-27-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:11:49 -0500

On episode 78 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Pfizer's full FDA approval, ivermectin, and current infection and vaccination rates.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Update & Incentive Sign-up Overview 8-20-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:37:46 -0500

On episode 77 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. I also went through some basic instructions on how to sign up for the MITW Vaccine Incentive. Topics for discussion included: new CDC recommendation on booster shots, rising local cases, and benefits of vaccination (even with breakthrough infections).

Links
Step-by-step Video Tutorial on how to sign up for the vaccine incentive
https://youtu.be/HwOVXIDSBLY

CDC Guidelines on Booster Shots
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/vaccines/recommendations/immuno.html

CDC Benefits of Getting Vaccinated (even with Delta)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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Special Episode with MTL Legislator Ron Waukau

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500

On episode 76 of MITW Podcast we had a special guest, Menominee Tribal Legislator Ron Waukau on to share with us his recent experience with a COVID breakthrough infection.

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-30-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0500

On episode 75 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Booster shots, new CDC masking guidance, and more information about the Delta variant.

Mentioned Links
New CDC guidelines for masks

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html

CDC Variants
https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#variant-proportions

CDC Map

https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-23-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 15:57:46 -0500

On episode 74 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: masking for vaccinated people, the Lambda variant, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and the Johnson & Johnson vaccine effectiveness against the Delta variant.

Mentioned Links
CDC Tracking Hospitalized Breakthrough Infections

https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/health-departments/breakthrough-cases.html

WHO on the Lambda Variant
https://www.who.int/en/activities/tracking-SARS-CoV-2-variants/

Guillain-Barre & Johnson&Johnson Vaccine

https://www.cdc.gov/vaccinesafety/concerns/guillain-barre-syndrome.html

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-16-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:23:09 -0500

On episode 73 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: fact-checking information about COVID, traveling precautions with "hot spots", new CDC guidelines for schools, and updates about vaccinations for younger children.

Mentioned Links
Travel Recommendations

CDC Recommendations for Schools

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/k-12-guidance.html

Viral Origin: Who Director Commends

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.
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COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-9-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:55:59 -0500

On episode 72 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: more information about the Delta variant, local vaccination statistics, Pfizer boosters, and long-term COVID symptoms.

Mentioned Links
DHS local variant count

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/variants.htm

CDC Variant Tracker

https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#variant-proportions

CDC Pfizer smackdown

https://www.theblaze.com/news/pfizer-booster-shot-cdc-fda

Mayo Clinic Long-Term Symptoms

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-long-term-effects/art-20490351

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-1-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:56:02 -0500

On episode 71 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: the new Emergency Order 18, WHO recommendations for masking, new news on vaccine's long-term effectiveness, and travel safety tips.

Mentioned Links:
Emergency Order #18
https://menominee-nsn.gov/Covid/E.M.%20Order%2018.pdf

Article from Nature- long term immunity

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-021-03738-2

CDC- Variant names

https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fcases-updates%2Fvariant-proportions.html#variant-proportions

CDC- County Community Spread

https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view

COVID-19 Weekly Update 6-18-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 16:07:35 -0500

On episode 70 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: more information on the Delta Variant, the Antiviral Program for Pandemics, and the Tribe's use of COVID funding.

Mentioned Links:
COVID Variants:

https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#variant-proportions

NIH Antiviral Program:
https://www.niaid.nih.gov/research/antivirals
https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210617/new-covid-antivirals-program

Novavax:
https://abcnews.go.com/Health/novavax-covid-19-vaccine-works-things/story?id=78265207

CDC Travel Recommendations:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-during-covid19.html#unvaccinated-people

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel-during-covid19.html

COVID-19 Weekly Update 6-11-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 15:24:22 -0500

On episode 69 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: When we'll be able to consider the pandemic "over", the Delta variant, the virus origins and why it's important, and if you can be legally required to be vaccinated by employers.

Mentioned Links:
Child Tax Credit Info:
https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/advance-child-tax-credit-payments-in-2021

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

Weekly COVID-19 Update 6-4-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:18:39 -0500

On episode 68 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Rec Center reopening, tick diseases, PCOS and COVID, and updates on vaccination statistics.
If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Mentioned Links:
PCOS & COVID-19:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7360476/

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

Weekly COVID-19 Update 5-28-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 28 May 2021 15:04:32 -0500

On episode 67 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: the Traditional Pow-Wow scheduled for September, new vaccination stats, and the re-opening of the Rec Center.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Mentioned Links:
Mothers passing COVID vaccine protection:
https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2021/03/study-shows-covid-19-vaccinated-mothers-pass-antibodies-to-newborns/

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

Weekly COVID-19 Update 5-21-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 21 May 2021 14:14:41 -0500

On episode 66 of the MITW Podcast I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Pfizer children's vaccine clinic, WI breakthrough infection update, Child Tax Credit, and Emergency Order 16.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Mentioned Links:
WI Breakthrough Rate:

https://madison.com/wsj/news/local/health-med-fit/just-0-03-of-fully-vaccinated-in-wisconsin-have-gotten-covid-19-state-says/article_e237191d-2686-52ea-a904-061c34ab54c6.html

Child Tax Credit:

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/advance-child-tax-credit-payments-in-2021

NiiJii Capital Partners Indigenous Food Sovereignty and Economic Empowerment Program:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lSKXqOjgPs-xaqWh3V72Kdvet6ZMZG1RvHPKTXlqAOQ/edit?usp=sharing

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

Weekly COVID-19 Update 5-14-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 14 May 2021 15:27:47 -0500

On episode 65 of the MITW Podcast I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Pfizer vaccine being approved for children ages 12-15 & the new CDC guidelines.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Mentioned Links:
Pfizer:
https://www.pfizer.com/news/press-release/press-release-detail/pfizer-biontech-announce-positive-topline-results-pivotal

New CDC Guidelines:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html

General Mask Info:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover-guidance.html

CDC Info on Variants:

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 5-7-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 07 May 2021 15:00:54 -0500

On episode 64 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: herd immunity, deaths caused by the COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine patent news and upcoming tribal projects for COVID relief.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr.

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 4-30-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 14:20:36 -0500

On episode 63 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: women's health issues in relation to vaccination and the virus, if you need the vaccine if you're healthy, and new CDC guidelines for fully-vaccinated individuals.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Mentioned Resources/Links:
Effects on pregnancy:
1. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnant-people.html#anchor_1614967129618

Vaccinating during pregnancy:
1. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnant-people.html#anchor_1614967301976
2. https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#pregnant-birth-infant

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 4-23-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:26:35 -0500

On episode 62 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include the recent rise in COVID cases globally, booster shots, and updates on local vaccination numbers.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769
If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Mentioned Links:

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 4-16-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:55:29 -0500

On episode 61 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include the Johnson & Johnson vaccine being paused, if women experience more side effects, and vaccine passports.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769

Helpful Links:

Demographic breakdown

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/vaccine-data.htm

Variant Map

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/variants.htm

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/transmission/variant-cases.html

What is a vaccine passport

https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/vaccine-passport-covid

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 4-1-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:14:31 -0500

On episode 60 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include upcoming mobile vaccine clinics, the rise in COVID cases, risks for pregnant women and COVID, and more.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769

Mentioned Links:

Hospital Data

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/hosp-data.htm

| COVID-19: Hospitals | Wisconsin Department of Health Services www.dhs.wisconsin.gov COVID-19: Data Pages Activity Level by Region and County Cases County-Level Deaths Facility-Wide Investigations Frequently Asked Questions Labs and Testing

Cases by County

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/county.htm

| COVID-19: County Data | Wisconsin Department of Health Services www.dhs.wisconsin.gov COVID-19: Data Pages Activity Level by Region and County Cases Deaths Facility-Wide Investigations Frequently Asked Questions Hospitals Labs and Testing

CDC COVID variant map

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/transmission/variant-cases.html

Covid effects on pregnancy:

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 3-26-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 15:33:16 -0500

On episode 59 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include the Tribe's plans for vaccinating teens, traveling while fully vaccinated, and long-term effects of COVID-19.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769

Mentioned Links:
Link for CDC study for in-person school

https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7004e3.htm

Links for long term effects:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/long-term-effects.html

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-long-term-effects/art-20490351

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 3-19-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:50:59 -0500

On episode 58 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: The Johnson & Johnson vaccine and its effectiveness in Native Americans, new Tribal COVID relief funding, an update on COVID variants, and the possibility of holding this year's Annual Contest Powwow.

If you'd like to be scheduled for vaccination please call: 715-799-5769

Mentioned Links:

Statement from Urban Indian Health:
https://indiancountrytoday.com/the-press-pool/misinformation-about-johnson-johnson-covid-19-vaccine-is-dangerous

CDC information on COVID-19 Variants:

Maps: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/transmission/variant-cases.html

Classifications:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/variant-surveillance/variant-info.html#Concern

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 3-12-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:08:11 -0600

On episode 57 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: new CDC guidelines for fully vaccinated people, the waitlist for spouses, and an update on community vaccination numbers.

CDC Guidelines link

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 3-5-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 14:26:42 -0600

On episode 56 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Long-term side effects of the vaccine, when we can "go back to normal", what phase of distribution we're on, and who can currently get vaccinated.

Links:
Project Warp Speed Infographic

https://media.defense.gov/2020/Aug/13/2002476369/-1/-1/0/200813-D-ZZ999-100.JPG

Mammograms' & Vaccinations

University of Texas

https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/7-things-to-know-about-the-covid-19-vaccine-mammograms-and-other-diagnostic-imaging-tests.h00-159459267.html

Mayo Clinic

https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/screening-mammograms-and-covid-19-vaccine/

Covid Lung vs. Normal lung Examples
https://ozarksindependent.com/2020/04/24/coxhealth-ceo-edwards-ive-never-seen-anything-like-it/

https://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/fm0n5i/lung_xray_of_two_chinese_coronavirus_patients_has/

https://www.grepmed.com/images/7521/cxr-chestxray-covid19-sarscov2-clinical

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
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Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 2-26-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:30:55 -0600

On episode 55 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: COVID-19 Vaccine available for MITW Employees, Vaccine side effects, Mask usage and Social Distancing after Vaccine, and Johnson & Johnson Vaccine.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 2-19-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:22:23 -0600

On episode 54 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy, Recovered from COVID-19 and COVID-19 Vaccine, COVID-19 Vaccine and Underlying Health Conditions, Distribution Phases, and Non-Tribal Menominee County Residents.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

1. If you are a permanent resident of Menominee County, 55 or older, and want the Moderna vaccine, please call 715-799-5430 to schedule an appointment.

• VAERS- Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting System

· Online reporting: https://vaers.hhs.gov/esub/index.jsp

· Downloadable PDF: https://vaers.hhs.gov/uploadFile/index.jsp

· More information on reporting an adverse event to VAERSexternal icon. If you need further assistance, please email info@VAERS.org or call 1-800-822-7967

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 2-12-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:43:31 -0600

On episode 53 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topic for discussion is COVID-19 Vaccines.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 2/5/21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:34:07 -0600

On episode 52 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: South African and Brazilian variants of COVID-19 vs UK COVID-19 Variant, COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness, Phases of Vaccination, and Decrease in infections.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 1/29/21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 15:07:31 -0600

On episode 51 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Double Masking, Various Strains of COVID-19, Misc-C, COVID-19 Vaccine, and Communication Expansion on the Reservation Update.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 1/22/21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 14:38:59 -0600

On episode 50 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: New COVID-19 Variant update, Vaccinating Elders, and Vaccinating Students and Teachers, Reopening Menominee Tribal School and Menominee Indian School District, Second dose of COVID-19 Vaccine, and President Biden’s Face mask mandate on Federal Lands..

Menominee Tribal School Plans:

Menominee Tribal School is offering a re-entry plan due to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases on the Menominee Indian Reservation.

We have developed a 3 step process to utilize throughout the school year based on COVID-19 positive case numbers, and based on the risk of COVID-19 to students, staff and community.

Both students and staff will be required to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines.

Step 1

Students will return to in school scheduling by grade level to help reduce the number of people in the building. This will allow students to enter the building in a safe manner where staff can build strong relationships and ease fear, while administering the beginning of the year assessment. There will only be one grade level present in the school building per day. On the day that they are assigned to come in, each grade level will be broken into several, separate, small groups (labeled A-F in the table below) with no more than 5 students per group. These students will be allotted a certain amount of time at each station and will attend every station throughout the school day. Students will rotate from station to station throughout the day.

On the days that students are not required to attend school, classroom teachers will work on setting up communication with students and family, technology support for students, and preparation for curriculum. Teachers will also have work provided for these students to take home and work on.

*Bussing will be needed*

Assessment Schedule - 1 Grade Level Per Day

January – February 12th/Pending COVID cases

Testing Schedule by Day: Aug 28-Sept 10

Day Grade

Friday, Jan 22nd 2nd Grade

Monday, Jan 25th 5th Grade

Tuesday, Jan. 26th 3rd Grade

Wednesday, Jan 27th 4th Grade

Thursday, Jan 28th 8th Grade

Friday, Jan 29th Kindergarten

Monday, Feb 1st 7th Grade

Tuesday, Feb 2nd 1st Grade

Wednesday, Feb 3rd 6th Grade

Thursday, Feb 4th 2nd Grade

Friday, Feb 5th 5th Grade

Monday Feb 8th 3rd Grade

Tuesday Feb 9th 4th Grade

Wednesday Feb 10th 8th Grade

Thursday Feb 11th Kindergarten

Friday Feb. 12th 7th Grade

IF COVID CASES CONTINUE TO RISE, WE WILL CONTINUE TO HAVE ONE GRADE PER DAY IN THE SCHOOL BUILDING ON A TWO WEEK ROTATION UNTIL IT IS SAFE TO RETURN. THE SCHEDULE FOR STUDENTS WILL SWITCH TO ACADEMIC PROGRAMING.

Step 2

Students will return to school on a rotating A day/B day schedule. This schedule allows the students to begin to return to school on a regular basis, while still taking social distancing and safety precautions.

On the days that students are not required to attend, teachers will be working on establishing a virtual classroom and preparing lessons for students both in and out of the classroom. They will also be working on establishing relationships with families, making sure that they are on board with the current plan and do not have any questions.

A and B Rotation Schedule

Pending COVID cases

| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday
| A | A | B | B | Online
| A | A | B | B | Online
| A | A | B | B | Online

A Group B Group

Kindergarten 2nd Grade

1st Grade 3rd Grade

5th Grade 4th Grade

7th Grade 6th Grade

8th Grade

Step 3

Students and staff will continue by following the Menominee Tribal School 2020-2021 School Year Calendar, which was already approved, with a class size of 9.

School COVID 20-21 Schedule

All schedules and plans will follow our previously approved health and social distancing protocols.

Menominee Indian School District Plans:

(Keshena, Wis.) Like many school districts, Menominee Indian School District has been adjusting its educational delivery model as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Teachers returned to their classrooms on Jan. 4 while continuing to teach and meet virtually with their students. Now, starting Feb. 1, some students will return to school for in-person learning.

“Since the pandemic began, we’ve relied on our COVID dashboard as well as information from, and meetings with, our Emergency Pandemic Response Team,” explained MISD Superintendent Wendell Waukau. “We know students and their families want to be back in school, but we had to make sure it could be done safely. We’ve adjusted things as we’ve gone along, and now we’re ready to bring back some in-person learning opportunities.” The new delivery model will include:

• Keshena Primary School (KPS) returning to four days a week, in-person classes.

• Menominee Indian Middle School (MIMS) giving their students and families the option of remaining 100% virtual or returning for a combination approach with two days a week being virtual and the other two days a week in-person with cohort group.

• Menominee Indian High School (MIHS) remaining 100% virtual.

• Distance Learning Support Center services will continue to be available for all students.

Infection control a...

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 1-15-21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0600

On episode 49 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: New COVID-19 Variant, Vaccinating Elders, and Vaccines for Non-Natives who live on Reservation, Vaccinating Students and Teachers, and Public Events.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 1/8/21

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 14:20:08 -0600

On episode 48 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: New strains of COVID-19, Moderna Vaccine, and the process for Vaccination.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID Q&A 12/23

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:59:20 -0600

On episode 47 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include antibody testing and safety precautions for the holidays.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

CDC guidelines for holiday gatherings
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 12/18: Vaccines

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:30:19 -0600

On episode 46 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topic for discussion is COVID-19 Vaccines.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

CDC guidelines for holiday gatherings

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 12/11

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 15:19:25 -0600

On episode 45 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Flu Shot vs. COVID-19 Vaccine, COVID-19 tests, and Expanding Communications throughout the Reservation.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

CDC guidelines for holiday gatherings

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 12/4/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 15:29:31 -0600

On episode 44 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include U.K. Vaccine vs. U.S. Vaccine, Rises in COVID 19 Cases after Thanksgiving, Quarantine guideline changes, Returning to work after a Negative test, COVID-19 Deaths and Safety tips.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

CDC guidelines for holiday gatherings

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 11/25

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 14:27:17 -0600

On episode 43 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include vaccine side effects, why Native Americans are disproportionately affected by COVID, and how to deal with "COVID fatigue"

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

CDC Resources- vaccine safety

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html

CDC resources- BH and stress management

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr.

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A Thanksgiving Edition

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:32:43 -0600

On episode 42 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: CDC Thanksgiving Recommendations, new vaccines and their safety, new emergency orders, and gathering for wakes or funerals.

Risk assessment tool found here: https://covid19risk.biosci.gatech.edu

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 11/13/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:50:42 -0600

On episode 41 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: COVID-19 Re-infection, Dr. Slagle’s Recent PSA, Protecting the elderly, and Thanksgiving safety.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 11/6/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 15:39:47 -0600

On episode 40 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: COVID-19 Testing Event, Definitions regarding COVID-19, Number of Cases for Tribe Shutdown, Mask Mandates, New buildings at Clinic, Virtual Work, and COVID-19 Vaccine Update.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Tribal Clinic's COVID-19 Triage Protocols

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:41:47 -0500

On episode 39 of the MITW Podcast, we go over the Menominee Tribal Clinic’s COVID-19 triage protocols with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 10/23/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 15:20:50 -0500

On episode 38 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Emergency Order 9, COVID Restrictions, Isolated Places for Tribal Members, Vitamin Use, and Highest COVID Cases in the state.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 10/16/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 15:20:47 -0500

On episode 37 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Rising COVID Cases, Emergency Order 8, Shelter In-Place, Community Spread, Re-infection, Mass Testing, and Ways to stop the spread.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 10/9/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500

On episode 36 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: CDC Guideline Revisions, Gaiter Style Face Masks, Flu VS COVID-19, Trick or Treating, Hunting/COVID Safety, and Gov. Evers’ new Emergency Orders.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 10/2/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 15:00:10 -0500

On episode 35 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Nebulizer Use, Tribe Shutdowns, Remote Learning, Flu Shots.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 9/25/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 16:14:36 -0500

On episode 34 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: COVID Cases Rising in Midwest, Masks, Shutdown, and Age Ranges with Most Positive test results.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID 19 Q&A-9/18/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 15:46:13 -0500

On episode 33 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Community Spread, Shutdown, Social Distancing, COVID 19 testing at MTC, and Virtual Work.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A: 9-11-20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:55:32 -0500

On episode 32 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A Session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion include: Phase 3 of the tribe’s Back to Action Plan, Vaccines, COVID-19 case numbers, and Halloween events.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

COVID-19 Q&A: Labor Day Weekend

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 15:13:59 -0500

In episode 31 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Safe Labor Day weekend activities, Shawano Co. Fair, Face masks vs. Face Shields, and Vaccines.

If you have any COVID-19 Questions, please send them via email at podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Indian School District Reopening

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 15:42:34 -0500

On episode 30 of the MITW Podcast, we interviewed Wendell Waukau the Menominee Indian School District Superintendent. Topics include: reopening plans, safety, in-school and virtual learning.

If you have any questions regarding COVID-19, please send them into podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Tribal School Reopening

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:24:30 -0500

In episode 29 of the MITW Podcast, we interviewed Lori Corn the Menominee Tribal School Principal about the Reopening of Tribal School. Topics include: Plans to reopen, Student access to computers and internet, Safety Plans, and In school versus Online.

If you have any questions regarding COVID 19, please send them into podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

COVID-19 Q&A Natural Supplements and Hand Sanitizer Recalls

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 13:11:19 -0500

In episode 28 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Natural Supplements for COVID-19, hand sanitizer recalls, how long different materials of masks are effective, and the Shawano Co. Fair.

Link to the FDA list of hand sanitizers being recalled: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-updates-hand-sanitizers-consumers-should-not-use

If you have any questions regarding COVID 19, please send them into podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music By: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Update: MITW Re-Opening

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:53:13 -0500

In episode 27 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Updates on MITW and Businesses Re-Opening, Vitamins & Minerals, and COVID-19 Rumors .

If you have any questions regarding COVID 19, please send them into podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music By: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID 19 Update: Emergency Orders Extended

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 14:20:30 -0500

In episode 26 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Emergency Orders extension, 5G, layoffs for Tribal Employees, and re-opening schools.

If you have any questions regarding COVID 19, please send them into podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID 19 Update: Emergency Orders

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 16:02:02 -0500

In episode 25 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Emergency Orders, Curfew, Age Requirements on Masks, COVID 19 Demographics and Pregnant Women, How COVID 19 can affect Drug Users, and Hydroxychloroquine.

If you have any questions regarding COVID 19, please send them into podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 7-24-20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 16:01:37 -0500

In episode 24 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: The MTL Mask Resolution, COVID-19 case numbers, and recommendations for the youth.

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 7/17/20

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 15:13:28 -0500

In episode 23 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: The new MTL Mask Resolution, plans for school athletics in the fall, what to do if you see someone not quarantining, long-term effects of COVID-19, and the new temperature kiosks.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 7/10

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 14:14:54 -0500

In episode 22 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: if can you become reinfected with COVID-19, if it is safe to share masks, how underlying conditions affect the severity of COVID-19 cases, how COVID-19 is affecting services.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

EP. 21 Weekly COVID-19 Update: Fourth of July Edition

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 11:00:00 -0500

In episode 21 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Fourth of July Weekend Activities, Masks, and risk of getting the virus from delivered packages.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID 19 Update: Treatment Timeline and Q&A

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In episode 20 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: COVID-19 Treatment Timeline, Vascular vs Respiratory disease, School re-openings, Emergency Food Relief Payment, MITW Plans for possible second wave of COVID 19, Risks of Spread for Employees, and Public access.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 6/19

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 16:30:00 -0500

In episode 19 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: T-Cell immunity vs. antibodies, "Phase 2" of re-opening, changes to the Menominee Tribal Clinic Services, and the new Emergency Food Relief Assistance Payment.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 6/12

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0500

In episode 18 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q & A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: local "hotspots", the new Moving Safer Forward Plan, how your blood type could affect your susceptibility to COVID-19, and what "COVID Toes" are.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 6/5

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0500

In episode 17 of the MITW Podcast, we had a Q&A session with Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: vitamins & supplements to help fight COVID-19, how risk factors for contracting the virus change in different situations, and an update on the National Guard testing results from the community.

Questions, comments, and topic suggestions are always welcome, email them to us at podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Q&A 5/29

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 29 May 2020 16:00:00 -0500

In episode 16 of the MITW Podcast, we got a weekly update from Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: if COVID-19 will become an "endemic", safety precautions MITW is putting in place as we reopen, if COVID-19 is passed through food, and the possibility of a "second peak" of the virus.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Weekly COVID-19 Update: Memorial Day Edition

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 22 May 2020 16:00:00 -0500

In episode 15 of the MITW Podcast, we got the weekly update from Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: curfew and the re-opening of the Menominee Casino Resort, long-term effects of COVID-19, Kawasaki disease, Tribal employee's return to the office, and Memorial Day safety tips.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Ep. 14 Weekly COVID-19 Update

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 18 May 2020 15:00:00 -0500

In episode 14 of the MITW Podcast, we got another update from Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: how the WI State's Safer at Home Order cancellation effects MITW, free testing available to the community, and plans for re-opening the Menominee Casino Resort.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Ep. 13 New COVID 19 Update with Vaughn Bowles

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 08 May 2020 16:00:00 -0500

On episode 13 of the MITW Podcast we got another update from Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding COVID-19, and we also answered your submitted questions.

We will be doing weekly COVID-19 updates with Vaughn Bowles as the situation unfolds. Please send in any questions you may have for us to podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

EP. 12 Stress and Wellness PSA

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0500

On Episode 12 of the MITW Podcast Drew Lacefield The MITW Employee Support Counselor recorded a Stress and Wellness Podcast for the MITW Podcast. She explains the different types of stress and how to deal with stress during the COVID 19 Pandemic.

Ep. 11 COVID 19 Q&A Continued

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0500

On episode 11 of the MITW Podcast we interviewed Vaughn Bowles the Public Information Officer about COVID 19 by asking your questions that were submitted to our email podcast@mitw.org.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

Ep.10 COVID-19 Q&A

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:30:00 -0500

On episode 10 of the MITW Podcast we interviewed Vaughn Bowles the Public Information Officer for the Menominee Tribe about the COVID-19. We also included community questions that were submitted via email.

To stay up to date on the Menominee Tribes response to the COVID-19 follow:

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin’s Facebook Page

Menominee Nation News

And MITW Podcast.

Menominee Language Intro: Ron Corn Jr
Music by: Wade Fernandez

EP. 9 Mental Wellness and Grief

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0600

On MITW Podcast Episode 9 Mental Wellness and Grief. We recorded Drew Lacefield’s presentation at the Culture Building on Mental Wellness and Grief in our work community.

The presentation was also livestreamed to the MITW Multimedia YouTube Channel.

Presentation by: Drew Lacefield

Menominee Language Introduction by: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

EP. 8 VITA Tax Program

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0600

With Tax season right around the corner; we sat down with the Department of Lending and Tribal Taxes to discuss the VITA Tax Program that they offer.

If you have any questions or comments please email them to: podcast@mitw.org

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Music By: Wade Fernandez

Ep.7 Opioid Addiction Forum

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0600

On MITW Podcast episode 7- Opioid Addiction Forum, we interviewed Myrna Warrington, Darla Dick, and Marsha Uutela about the upcoming Opioid Addiction Forum. We cover how the addiction forums started and their importance. We also discuss the dangers of Opioids and the hidden in plain sight room that will be a part of the forum.

The Opioid Addiction Forum is on January 28th. RSVP by calling Maehnowesekiyah at 715-799-3835.

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Music by: Wade Fernandez

If you have any questions or comments please email us at podcast@mitw.org.

Ep.6 Healthy Holiday Foods

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0600

On MITW Podcast Episode 6-Healthy Holiday Foods, we interviewed Emergency Management about winter weather safety. With the Holidays around the corner we sat down with Francisco Alegria from Agriculture and Food Systems and had a conversation about Healthy Holiday Food options.

Time Stamps:

Emergency Management – 0:56

Agriculture and Food Systems – 7:59

Introduction Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Language Introduction by: Ron Corn Jr

If you have any questions or comments you can email us at podcast@mitw.org.

Ep.5 Hunter's Safety and Regulations

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 11:00:00 -0600

In episode 5 Hunter’s Safety and Regulations, we hear from the Community Resource Center, Menominee Nation News, and Aging and Long Term Care. We interviewed the Conservation department about Hunter’s safety and regulations.

Time Stamps:

Menominee Nation News 1:52

Community Resource Center 6:25

Aging and Long Term Care 9:57

Conservation 16:09

Introduction Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Language Introduction by: Ron Corn Jr

Ep.4 October Events-Peer Support

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we cover upcoming events for the month of October. We also hear from the Community Resource Center and The Menominee Tribal Police Department. Sheena interviews the Peer support group from Maehnowesekiyah.

Timestamps:
Community Events - 1:02
Community Resource Center - 2:40
Menominee Tribal Police - 4:55
Peer Support Interview - 8:14

Introduction Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Language Introduction: Ron Corn Jr

Ep.3 Severe Weather and Power Outages

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Menominee Tribal Chairman Douglas Cox speaks about the impacts of the severe weather that the tribe experienced over the weekend of July 19th. The Chairman also gives tips on severe weather preparedness. On the release of Episode 3, it is the beginning of the Menominee Nation Contest Powwow weekend. Menominee Tribal Chairman also talks about the Pow-Wow.

Department Timestamps:

Menominee Nation News- 10:54

Historic Preservation- 14:40

Lending and Tribal Taxes- 21:52

Youth Services- 25:10

Education- 35:46

Food Distribution- 43:52

Tribal Archivist- 45:36

Introduction Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee Language Introduction by: Ron Corn Jr

Ep.2 Hemp and Invasive Species Codes

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:00:00 -0500

In this episode Menominee Tribal Chairman Doug Cox discusses the recently passed Industrial Hemp Code for the Menominee Tribe. He talks about the state and federal laws pertaining to Industrial Hemp growth. Chairman Doug Cox also speaks about a few updates to the Invasive Species code and how it affects our forests.

Also in this episode we hear from Menominee Language and Culture Commission, Menominee Nation News, Maehnowesekiyah, Menominee Tribal School, Environmental Services, the Menominee Tribal Police Department, and Conservation.

Department Time Stamps:

Menominee Nation News- 12:04

Conservation- 16:20

Maehnowesekiyah-25:50

Menominee Tribal School-33:17

Menominee Language-51:58

Environmental Services-59:14

Menominee Tribal Police-01:05:59

Introduction Music by: Wade Fernandez

Menominee language introduction by: Ron Corn Jr

Ep.1 Back40Mine

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin — Fri, 31 May 2019 10:00:00 -0500

In this episode Chairman Doug Cox talks about the Back40Mine and the effects it will have on the natural resources from the site of the mine and surrounding areas. He also talks about the Menominee Tribes connection to the mine site area and the opposition to the mine. Also in this episode we hear from a few of our tribal departments about what they offer and what they are up to. We also hear local news updates from Menominee Nation News.

If you have any Questions or Comments email: podcast@mitw.org

Department Time Stamps:

Menominee Language and Culture Commission – 9:15

Menominee Nation News-14:09

Tribal Archivist-16:53

Food Distribution-31:55

Department of Agriculture and Food Systems-34:26

Lending and Tribal Taxes-41:40

Emergency Management Services-49:44

Youth Services-53:21

Intro Music by: Wade Fernandez.
Menominee Language Introduction by: Ron Corn Jr.