The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians recently revealed its spring 2026 community contributions, providing a fresh wave of financial support for community initiatives throughout the Sault Tribe’s service area in Michigan. This twice-yearly program distributes 2% of the video gaming revenue generated by the tribe's Kewadin Casinos to various local government entities.

"The 2% campaign is one of many meaningful ways we invest in the people and places that make this area home," said Sault Tribe Chairman Austin Lowes. "These dollars help local organizations keep our community healthy, safe and strong."

Over 30 communities and numerous local programs will benefit from the spring 2% allocations, including:
—Dafter Township Fire Department received $4,956. Dafter Township's allocation is scheduled to support the purchase of new firefighting hand tools
—Kinross Township received $18,000 to put toward new activities and renovations in the Recreation Center
—Lake Superior State University was awarded $9,999 to support its robotics program
—City of St. Ignace received funding for multiple local projects, including $2,000 awarded to St. Ignace High School for new football equipment, $3,000 for the DDA Huron Boardwalk, and $10,000 for new EMS equipment for local authorities
—Inwood Township Fire Department received $13,266 for structural fire gear
—City of Munising received $8,204 for the Alger Community Food Pantry
—Gladstone Area Schools received $2,000 to purchase new music materials for students
The tribe’s 2% contributions also provided long-term funding resources for public safety, public recreation, general government and cultural enrichment across Chippewa, Mackinac, Luce, Alger, Marquette, Schoolcraft, and Delta Counties.

"Every dollar we allocate through the 2% campaign is a statement about who we are and what we stand for as a Tribe," said Chairman Lowes. "Our partnerships with area schools, townships and public agencies are how that commitment is turned into meaningful progress for the people within our service area.”

To learn more about current and past recipients of the Sault Tribe’s 2% contributions, visit https://kewadin.com/2-percent-donating.

Please join us for a Traditional Blessing of your new extension property (Formerly Roy Electric) on Monday, June 15, at 1 p.m. at 2917 Ashmun Street in Sault Ste. Marie. Across the street from the Sault Tribal Health Center. Call 906‑632‑5200, Ext. 42481, with any questions.

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The Election Commission issued an opinion on June 12, 2026.

Paquin Opinion

Gathering of the Eagles Hessel Powwow Aug. 14‑16 at the Hessel powwow grounds, next to Kewadin Hessel Casino. Grand Entry: Aug. 15 at 12 and 5 p.m. Aug. 16 at 12 p.m. Vendors contact Charlie Treleaven, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 906‑379‑8329.

Kitchi-Miniss Jingtamok, Aug. 8, 2026, Bay Furnace, Christmas, Mich.

Sunrise Ceremony 6:30 a.m.
Grand Entry 12 & 6 p.m.
Feast 4:30 p.m. – Bring a dish to pass

Head Veteran – Martin Reinhardt PhD
Head Male Dancer – Jeremy Burnside
Jr. Head Male Dancer – TBD
Head Female Dancer – Katy Matson PhD
Jr. Female Dancer – TBD
Firekeeper – Dylan Friisvall
Jr. Firekeeper – Hurshel Storm
Master of Ceremonies – Josh Homminga
Jr. MC – TBD
Arena Director – Glen Brissette Jr.
Co-Host Drums – Teal Lake Singers & Ice Circle
Invited Drums – Frog Hills
ALL DRUMS WELCOME

Powwow Coordinator – Amanda Storm, 906‑450‑1439
Vendor Coordinator – Rachel Fostun, 906‑259‑3244

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The Sault Tribe Enterprise Authority meeting agenda for June 16, 2026, is the following:
05.19.26 Minutes
R-Team Member Manual – PTO Accruals and Holidays
R-Amending Enterprise Team Member Manual

The meeting is being held at the Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room in Sault Ste. Marie, beginning at 3:30 p.m. (or upon conclusion of EA Workshop).

Tribal members may attend the workshop except for closed sessions or items, or attend by Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84149623333. Those who have already registered to Zoom Board of Directors meetings need not register for workshops.

Agenda