Weekly updates will be released to keep our Band Members updated on Tribal projects/ divisions and anything from the federal level that may impact us. Print versions of Friday updates will be available monthly in the DeBahJimon
Employees and Community members can begin submitting news, events, and updates to be included in the week’s update every Monday. Updates can be sent to [email protected]
Chi Miigwech to everyone who submitted updates for this week. This week the band held the DRM Earth Day celebration, announced changes to the health division phone lines, and alerted community members about a scam going around the community.
Phone Lines
The Health Division phone lines are currently down as Paul Bunyan crews are digging to remove old landlines in preparation for the switch to internet-based phone service (VoIP).
Currently, the Health Division can only receive calls from within the LLBO organization—calls from outside are not coming through.
There is no timeline for when full service will be restored, but updates will be shared as soon as possible.
Scam Alert
The Band has been made aware of fraudulent advertisements circulating online that falsely claim Northern Lights Casino is offering a $1500 bonus to Minnesota residents through a mobile app. These ads are NOT affiliated with Northern Lights Casino, the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, or any of our official gaming operations.
Online gambling is not available at Northern Lights Casino or through any other official Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe gaming enterprise. If you see an ad claiming otherwise, it is a scam.
Do not click on suspicious ads or download unknown apps.
Official updates and promotions will only be shared on our verified pages
If you spot one of these scam ads, report it immediately and help us protect our community.
If any ad, post, or email is asking you to bet on poker, blackjack, or any slot-type machines on your computer or phone, it’s a scam.
We are NOT affiliated with any websites, apps, or platforms that claim to offer these online gambling services.
LLCW Spring Carnival – Promoting Safe and Sober Families
April 29 – May 1, 2025
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
April 29: Winnie Dam
April 30: Kego Lake
May 1: Veterans Grounds
Open to the public! Join us for free food, games, bounce houses, a DJ, and family fun!
Free photo booth • Games • Lemonade • Shaved Ice • Cotton Candy
Bring the whole family and celebrate spring with us
Child Abuse Prevention and Family Preservation Program Cultural Classes
Ribbon Skirt Making
Ball Club April 29th 10am-11:30am
Bena April 30th 10am-11:30am
As well as parenting roundtable discussions as we work, using the Positive Indian Parenting
Curriculum.
All materials provided, door prizes, refreshments
For more information, please email Child Abuse Prevention Coordinator
Wenona. [email protected]
Sponsored by: Leech Lake Child Abuse Prevention Program & Family Preservation
Program
Motherhood Series
April 29, 2025 -Bellybutton Pouches
May 1, 2025 – Comfort Medicine for AfterBirth
These events will all take place from 6-8 PM; a light meal will be provided for each event.
Location:
The Leech Lake Tribal College
6945 Little Wolf Rd NW, Cass Lake, MN 56633
SPONSORED BY THE TH GRANT AND LLBH
Contact Bonnie Fairbanks to Register
(218)407-1496
Leech Lake Twin Cities Bingo Night
Hosted by Leech Lake Twin Cities Office & the Local Indian Council
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
At the Leech Lake Twin Cities Office2438 27th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Enjoy a fun-filled evening with bingo, game prizes, and a light meal. Open to all Leech Lake community members in the Twin Cities area!
For more information, call 612-729-0554
Discussion: Ball Club Wellness Center
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Ball Club Community Center
Dinner: 6:45 PM | Discussion: 7:00 PM
The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe invites community members to a public meeting to review and provide input on the proposed building plans for the Ball Club
Wellness Center. Architects will be present to answer questions.
For more info, contact LLBO District I Office at 218-335-8200
Indigenous Diabetes Awareness Day 2025
Friday, May 2, 2025
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Leech Lake Diabetes Center
Join us for Indigenous Diabetes Awareness Day! Call ahead or drop by to receive a diabetes screening or have a quick check-in on your diabetes management plan.Free T-shirt for all participants! Appointments are encouraged but
walk-ins are always welcome. To schedule, please call 218-335-4511.
Cha-Chabahning Youth Fishing League Sign-Up
May 3rd, 2025
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Inger Bridge/Community CenterGet your youth involved in a fun, educational, and friendly fishing league! The first 50 youth to sign up will receive a FREE rod & reel combo and tackle box!
League Details:
Meets every other Saturday from May 17 through July 19, 2025.
Open to all youth up to age 18 (priority given to Inger and surrounding area youth).
Build community, learn about biology, and enjoy friendly competition.
Important Information:
A parent or guardian must accompany youth under age 13.
Parent/guardian required at sign-up for fishing gear pickup and to sign release forms.
Youth must have LLBO fishing license if of age.
Special thanks to Thousand Lakes Sporting Goods in Grand Rapids for their generous support!
Interested in volunteering or have questions? Contact Raining White at (218) 407-2307 or [email protected].
Buck Lake – Sugar Bush LIC Spring Gathering
April 26, 2025
1:00 PM at Ten Lakes Town Hall
Join the Buck Lake – Sugar Bush LIC for a spring gathering, and share food, laughter, and gifts. Easter egg hunt for children under 18. Household basket giveaway.