LCO Behavioral Health Department Receives Award
Home By Carlena DennisSeptember 11, 2025 LCO Behavioral Health Department Receives Award LAC COURTE OREILLES, Wisc. – The Lac Courte Oreilles Health Center – Behavioral Health Department has been selected as the recipient of the Catalyst for Change: Outstanding Partner in Substance Use Prevention Award. This award recognizes an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to substance use prevention in their community. The selection committee was impressed with the work our department has been doing, and we are truly honored by this recognition. The award was presented at the 2025 Wisconsin Substance Use Prevention Conference, being held September 10–11 at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The ceremony took place the morning of September 11, where recipients were introduced and invited on stage to receive the award. This recognition highlights the dedication of our staff and community partners in advancing prevention efforts and building healthier communities. We’re excited to share this milestone with the LCO community. In Good Health – “Waabandashinaang gwayakawaadizin ji gikendamaang ge izhi gayekaadiziyaang”. Back To All News
Honoring Our Strengths Community Resource, Wellness & Disability Fair
Home Honoring Our Strengths Community Resource, Wellness & Disability Fair Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pmLocation – Sevenwinds Casino Conference Center 10:30 am – Opening Prayer 11:00 am – Marissa Hugo, LCOFCU 1:00 pm Mino Maajisewin Hands-on Activity Demonstrations at their booth 2:00 pm Thomas Draghi, WDVR “History of VR” Hands-on Activity Demonstrations with Mino Maajisewin Questions – contact LCOVT at 715-638-5161 Back To All News
GLITC to Offer Two Beading Classes at the Aging & Disability Resource Center
Home GLITC to Offer Two Beading Classes at the Aging & Disability Resource Center Beaded Vest Class10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.October 4 – November 8, 2025 (every Saturday) All Purpose Beading4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.October 8 – November 12, 2025 (every Wednesday) Classes are free of charge, but space is limited. To register or get more information see the flyers and contact Theresa Rauworth at 715-588-1082 or trauworth@glitc.org. Back To All News
Manoomin Resilience Workshop to be Held September 15, 2025
Home By Melissa Lewis, Conservation DepartmentEmail: melissa.lewis@lco-nsn.gov | Phone: 715-634-0102 Manoomin Resilience Workshop to be Held September 15th, 2025 “Threats to Manoomin [wild rice] are threats to Ojibwe wellbeing, sovereignty, and resilience.” Please join the STRONG Manoomin Collective and the Lac Courte Oreilles Department of Conservation for an interactive resilience indicators workshop and strategy session. What are resilience indicators? They are tools meant to assess where tribes are at- in terms of how Manoomin, other relatives, and people are responding to threats like climate change and where they want to be. During this interactive workshop we will define Lac Courte Oreilles’ resilience indicators and determine strategies for strengthening LCO’s resilience. We will be guided by two questions• What resilience indicators are most useful for your tribe?• How do you strengthen resilience of Manoomin and the tribe?Lunch is provided.We have space for 30 participants, who will each receive a gift for their participation and be entered into a raffle drawing. Please use the QRC code to register. If you are not part of the first 30 to sign-up, you will be added to the wait list.” Back To All News
Credit Repair Class Offered at LCOOU
Home Credit Repair Classe Offered at LCOOU Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 Session 1: 12:00pm – 2:00pm Session 2: 5:00 pm – 7:00pm What You’ll Learn: How credit scores really work Common credit myths busted How to address collections, charge-offs, & late payments Tips to build strong credit For more information: (715) 588-1600 Sign up today! www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZPBZVGB or scan the QR code on the flyer at the right. Back To All News
LCO Public Works Announces Line Flushing to Begin Monday
Home By Kitty Jefson, LCO Public WorksEmail: kitty.jefson@lco-nsn.gov | Phone: 715-634-0345September 5th, 2025 LCO Public Works Announces Water Line Flushing LAC COURTE OREILLES, Wisc. – Starting on Monday, September 8, 2025, the LCO Public Works Department will begin flushing the water lines in the “Drytown” system, which includes the following communities: Round Lake, Drytown, Watertower, Bacon Strip/Square, Giiwedin, Poppletown, Schoolhouse, Akikaandag, Miskogiizhig Apts, New Clinic, Tall Pines, K-Town, Daycare, Head Start, LCO Schools, Tribal Office, LCOOU, Country Store, Quick Stop, Indian Lake, Skunawong, Gurno Lake and Reserve. This will take us at least a couple of weeks. After the Drytown system is complete, we will flush the New Post system. This system usually only takes one day to complete. Flushing of water lines will take place Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. During this time, you may experience changes in water pressure or discoloration of your water. Please refrain from doing laundry during those hours. Please refrain from drinking discolored water. Usually, the discoloration will disappear after letting water run for a few minutes. If it does not return to clear, or you are experiencing pressure issues longer than expected, please call us at 715-634-0345. Back To All News
Road Work Begins Near New Post
Home Jason Weaver, LCO Road Maintenance DepartmentEmail: lco.roads@lco-nsn.gov | Phone: 715-634-8934, ext. 7733September 5th, 2025 Road Work Begins Near New Post NEW POST, Wisc. – Road work will begin near the New Post Community beginning on Monday, September 8, which may affect travel times. If traveling in this area, please allow for extra travel time. On September 8, the Hwy CC bridge Near Hwy H will be CLOSED. Please be aware that traffic will be rerouted and it will cause some added drive time for those living in New Post. The bridge will be out for about 7 weeks so they can resurface the deck. Additionally, the intersection on CC and Chippewa Flowage Road entering New Post will be turned into a 3-way stop. The County Highway Department will be removing a few more trees as they work on the intersection. Please be aware that bringing the trees down might cause some minor, temporary traffic delays. The purpose of removing the trees is to open up a better line of sight for the 3-way stop and to improve traffic safety for the community. LCO Roads, Development and the township of Radisson have been working on improving the Blueberry Fire Lane by replacing some culverts, hauling in gravel and grading it out. Work on Blueberry Fire Lane will end today. Please see the attached map regarding the detour routes for the closure on CTH CC from CTH H to N Gardner Road. Back To All News
Resource Fair for Veterans & Their Families
Home Resource Fair for Veterans & Their Families Saturday, September 13, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Veteran’s Memorial Pavilion, Ladysmith, WI Multiple organizations will be on hand to share a wide range of resources and services that are available for all Veterans. All Veterans in attendance will receive a full bag of resources and non perishable food items (while supplies last) Light refreshments will be available. See flyer for more information. Back To All News
Two Nurse Practitioners to Join the Team at LCO CHC
Home By Sara KlecanSeptmber 4, 2025 Two Nurse Practioners to Join Team at LCO CHC The Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center (LCO CHC) is pleased to announce the addition of two highly skilled nurse practitioners to its healthcare team. John Hernandez, DNP, and Jennie “Tess” Jahn, FNP, will begin their work in September and October 2025, respectively. Their expertise and dedication to patient care will further enhance the high-quality services provided to the LCO community. Meet John Hernandex, DNP: John Hernandez, DNP, a father of two and retired Navy veteran, brings a diverse background and extensive expertise to his role as a Family Nurse Practitioner to deliver a broad scope of primary care services, including joint injections, dermatological procedures, and behavioral health care. John began his career as a head chef before serving in the Navy working on FA-18 fighter aircraft. John majored in biology and chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and was a biochemistry research assistant at the Institute for Drug Discovery before finishing his Master of Nursing and Doctorate of Nursing Practice. Now a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, John has developed practical skills over his career that allow him to uniquely translate science and evidence into meaningful health outcomes for his patients. John’s rich life experiences and professional journey through the culinary and military fields have shaped his empathetic approach to patient care. John looks forward to joining the Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center mid October 2025. Meet Jennie “Tess” Jahn, FNP: “Raised on a sunny family farm in Utah, I learned early the beauty of hard work, kindness, and faith. Recently, I followed my love of simple, intentional living all the way to Wisconsin — where I’m happily homesteading, grid-adjacent, with dreams as wide as the open fields I now call home. I am very fond of my husband, my two grown children, and my extended family. To be more accurate, I am completely devoted to them. I also enjoy reading, watching movies, and participating in and watching sports. After an 18-year career as a registered nurse, I am now broadening my expertise as a Nurse Practitioner, with a consistent focus on individual well-being. My professional interests are broad, as I find genuine satisfaction in interacting with diverse individuals, appreciating the unique qualities each person brings. My areas of expertise include hands-on wound care, direct patient interaction, the care of individuals on the autism spectrum across the lifespan, providing practical health education, applying critical thinking skills, and maintaining traditional values and methods while also incorporating innovative concepts. I am honored to serve the Lac Courte Oreilles Community. I will be starting at the end of September 2025. Back To All News
Migiziwag Athletics Donation Program Launch
Home Migiziwag Athletics Donation Program Launch LAC COURTE OREILLES, Wis. – On August 21, the Lac Courte Oreilles School launched the Migiziwag Athletic Donation Program to support our student-athletes. From football and volleyball to basketball, hockey, and track, our athletes work hard to represent our school and our Tribe with pride. This new donation page allows community members and businesses to: Contribute at different support levels with recognition and thank-you gifts. Direct donations to a specific sport or scholarship. Give easily online through debit/credit card, PayPal, or check. Every contribution directly benefits our students — providing the equipment, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed both on and off the field. We would greatly appreciate if you could help us by showing your support: Donation Page: https://lcoosk12.jotform.com/251614727277058 Together, we can strengthen our athletics and uplift the next generation of Migiziwag athletes. Miigwech! ### Dion Doyle, Athletic DirectorLac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe School(715)634-8924 Back To All News