Fort Yuma Quechan Indian Tribe
Fort Yuma Quechan Indian Tribe officials announced the passing of Councilwoman Claudette White after a short battle with COVID-19.
The esteemed tribal leader died on Feb. 6 according to Quechan officials. White was sworn in as a Quechan Tribal Councilmember on Jan. 4 of 2021. We pay tribute to White s legacy and longstanding heart of service as we recognize her work, love, and support for our tribe and indigenous people all over the land. We also recognize her heart and commitment to culture and community , said Jordan Joaquin, President of the Quechan Tribe Council.
While her time as a councilwoman was cut short her history of service long exceeds her time in office.
By Todd Epp
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) Sioux Falls Police had a busy long MLK Holiday weekend.
Some highlights (or lowlights) from Tuesday’s police briefing:
SUSPICIOUS DEATH
Authorities are awaiting autopsy results on a man found dead near 29th Street North and Van Eps.
Sioux Falls Police are calling the unattended death suspicious.
GOOD SAMARITANS TURNED BAD
Sioux Falls Police are looking for three men who helped three women who were having car trouble.
But after they helped the women get their car running again near Arrowhead Parkway and Highline, they followed them to their apartment on South Madison.