Following recent changes to Tribal Court, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians assures members that the tribe’s judicial system will continue to operate lawfully and fairly.

During this transitional period, Tribal Court is temporarily staffed by experienced court and legal trained professionals. In addition, three independent and respected Anishinaabe judges are managing and overseeing the court cases. Each judge brings a significant experience working in tribal communities and tribal courts to the bench.

To best assist the tribal community, the Sault Tribe suggests all members follow the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians on Facebook and saulttribe.com for updates to hours of operation for Tribal Court.

While the Tribal Court continues efforts to strengthen judicial operations, the Sault Tribe reminds community members that all confidential information is being handled with the utmost care. Court Administrator/Magistrate Traci Swan is providing assistance during this time to ensure Tribal Court duties are fulfilled prior to her resignation later this month.

Multiple qualified Native American candidates have expressed interest in vital court roles such as Chief Tribal Judge and Court Administrator/Magistrate. These positions will remain open until filled. Potential applicants are encouraged to visit saulttribe.exacthire.com to view openings.

As changes occur within the Tribal Court, the Sault Tribe encourages members to seek information from official tribal communication channels to avoid confusion and conflicting information caused by politically charged rhetoric and misinformation. Maintaining the integrity of the court is of paramount importance to the Sault Tribe. Up-to-date information can be found on the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Facebook page and on saulttribe.com.

Tribal Court
Friday, May 8: Office hours 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Monday, May 11: Office hours 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 12: Office hours 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 13: Closed for American Indian Day
Thursday, May 14: Office hours 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, May 15: Office hours 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

*Please note that no one will be available for the hours of 11:30-12:30 daily. Hours are subject to change.

Call out for volunteers for the Niiwin Noodin Powwow in Manistique. Our committee needs your help. If you are willing and available to help at any point during the weekend of June 5 through June 7, please contact us.

We are looking for volunteers for multiple things, including: Friday set up, silent auction , food runners for head staff, feast prep, food runners during feast, feast clean up, emptying garbages, Sunday clean up and anything else that may come up!

Contact Stacie Chambers, (906) 379-8061, to volunteer!

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Name, Clan, and Colors Teachings with Maribeth LeVeque.
May 16, 2026, 1- 3 p.m.
Munising Tribal Center Community Room
622 W Superior St., Munising, MI 49862
Questions? Contact: Stacie Chambers, (906)379-8061
(Participants should already have name, clan, and colors.)

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Feeding America West Michigan drive-thru mobile pantry, Thursday, May 14, at Big Bear Arena, 2 Ice Circle Drive in Sault Ste. Marie. Distribution will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 6 p.m. or until all food has been given out.

Mobile Pantries are like farmers markets on wheels that provide groceries – including produce, protein, dairy, grains, and more – to anyone in need at no charge.

When coming to the distribution, turn onto Bahweting Drive (off of Shunk Road). Do not block driveways.

In order to pick up food for a household other than your own, you must have written permission with signature that includes: household name and address, how many people live in the household, how many are children, how many are senior citizens/elders and how many are veterans. Limit of two proxy pickups per vehicle for distribution.

To volunteer, email Elaine Clement at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Volunteers should start arriving at the Big Bear entrance at 2:30 p.m.

To find food resources near you visit https://www.feedwm.org/findfood/.

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Calling all Sault Tribe Families who have or are expecting a baby come and learn how to use and care
for your very own cradleboard May 23, Marquette Community Center, 204 Cherry Creek Rd., Marquette MI 49855.

Event highlights:
Hands-on experience
Healing stigma
Each family will take home their own tikinaagan

Teacher:
Leora Tadgerson, Bay Mills

Cradleboards made by:
Dr. Casey Church, Pokagon Potawatomi

Registration required. Call Stacie to register at 906‑379‑8061.

Sponsored by: Little Agate and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

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SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. —There will be a JKL Fiduciary Committee Meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 9 a.m. in the Kewadin Casinos Whitefish Point Room.

On the agenda under School Reports is Malcolm High School, Sault Tribe Education, JKL Bahweting Anishnabe School Facility Updates and JKL Bahweting Anishnabe School High School Update.

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.