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Lumbee Supreme Court
Justices Sworn in
By Alex Baker, I. TG Public Relations
Superior Court Judge Gary Locklcar administered the oath of office
{ to five member of the Supreme Court of the L.umbcc Tribe of North
Carolina on Tuesday. August 27 "It is an honor to be a part of such an
historic moment in Luinbcc history ." stated Judge Locklcar addrcssr
ing an audience of over 40 people
Justices Henry W Oxcndinc. Edw ard Bullard. Anthony Blanks. Toy
Hunt and Dr Sherman Brooks were sworn into office The Court later
elected Justice Henry W Oxcndinc as Chief Justice. Tribal Chairman
Milton R Hunt, stated that the Court is an independent branch of the
tribal government and that their decisions w ill impact the future and
the rights of the people of the Luinbcc tribe
The new Court, by direction of the Luinbcc Constitution, will have
an onginal junsdicuon oxer all cases and controversies and ordinances
enacted by the Tribal Council under the Constitution of the Luinbcc
Tribe of North Carolina
Superior Court Judge Gary l.ocklear administers the oath of office to the I.umhee Supreme Court
Justices. Shoun left to right: Edward Hollar J, Tony Hunt, Dr. Sherman Brooks, Chief Justice Henry IV.
Oxendine and Anthony Blanks
Local Businesses Lend A
Hand to Freshmen Orientation
Local Businesses Lend A Hand To Freshman Orientation
PEMBROKE, N C - Students at The University of North
Carolina at Pembroke were surprised to discover Outback Stcakhousc
serving free food in front of the Chavis University Center on Aug. 18
The restaurant was one of several businesses which pitched in to
assist with Freshman Orientation
"Outback is based on doing grassroots things like this." said
Anthony Bonner, managing partner with Outback Stcakhousc of
Lumbcrton "College students are our future, so we want to be there
for them and we want to be a leader in the community . Maybe we can
do it bigger and better next year."
More than 250 students lined up for burgers and fries on the last
day of Freshmen Orientation at L1NCP. The restaurant. which opened
its doors in Lumbcrton last year, was just one of several businesses
w ho contributed to Freshman Orientation Office Depot of Lumbcrton
w as also on hand Sunday They raffled off two office chairs, a computer
printer and a $50 gift card They also gave out pens, highlighters,
notepads, and other gifts Outback Steakhouse gave away frisbees.
water bottles and pins.
John Locklcar, a 1988 graduate of UNCP and store manager of
Office Depot in Lumbcrton, said his company's involvement is all
about maintaining relationships.
"I graduated from UNCP. so I have some personal interest in the
school. I want to give something back, and at the same time, Office
Depot is very into community involvement. We give back as a
company.-' Locklcar said
The Lumbcrton Visitors Bureau set up a display during check in on
Friday They gave freshmen local maps, discounts coupons for local
businesses and other gifts Pizza Hut of Pembroke donated pizza to
students moving into their dorms on Friday, and Coca Cola Bottling
Co Consolidated of Faycttevillc provided beverages at several events
throughout the weekend
On Saturday, about 65 freshmen took part in a shuttle tour of local
businesses in Pembroke and Lumbcrton
"Providing the bus tour to several of Pembroke's and Lumbcrton's
area businesses was very well received," said Robert Canida. who
guided the tour. "1 believe the high points of the trip were the stops at
Walmart and Biggs Park Mall. The tour provided these freshmen the
opportunity to become acclimated with area businesses and some of
Pembroke's and Lumbcrton's history. It's important for these students,
as well as all UNCP students to be know lcdgablc about the resources
and services that arc av ailable to them. The mam thing to remember is
that our local businesses relies on UNCP and UNCP relies on the
businesses "
The Lumbcrton Chamber of Commerce and Pembroke Area
Chamber of Commerce were both instrumental in coordinating with
local business for the Orientation events
For questions contact James M. Bass, assistant director of Student
Activities and program director.
Celebrating the life of Retired
Captain Donald Godwin
Funeral services for Retired Captain Donald Godwin, Bailiffwith the
Robeson County Sheriff's Office were held Wednesday. August 14.
2002 at First Baptist Church. Pembroke with Rev. James Hunt, Chaplain
of the Robeson County Sheriff's Department; Rev. Kent Chavis; and
Rev Charles Locklear officiating
Captain. Godwin, 63, of Moss Neck Road. Pembroke, died Saturday,
August 10 at Southeastern Regional Medical Center.
Captain Godwin was born in Robeson County on September 17, 1938
He was the son of Stella Godwin Oxendine. He had a distinguished 35
year career in law enforcement with the Town of Pembroke, UNC at
Pembroke, and the Robeson County Sheriff's Department where he
Iserved as BailifT until his untimely death,.
His wife, Jackie Chavis Godwin, a daughter. Donna Godwin, two
grandchildren, Dustin and Desarae, all of Pembroke, survive him. His
mother, Stella G. Oxendine of Landis; three sisters. Mary Bare and her
husband Bob of Landis; Kitty Oxendine of Pembroke; Maudie
Summerville and her husband Ed of Charlotte also survive him His
foster parents, Lonnic and Rosa D Godwin Revels preceded him in
death. Four foster sisters: Florence Ransom. Delia Hartis, Theresa
? Locklear and Rosa Winfrec and a foster brother. William Lonnie Revels,
also survive Captain Godwin
Interment followed in the Revels Family Ccmetcrv on Union Chapel
Road, Pembroke
Pallbearers were the Honor Guard-Robcson County Sheriff's
|fc Department
Honorary Pallbearers included Men of First Baptist Church; UNCP
]| Police Department; Harry Oxendine; Jerry Cummings; Jason Lowry;
i Dr Joseph Oxendine; James Albert Jacobs. John Oxendine; Milton
? Hunt and Lycurous Lowry.
Retired Captain Donald Godwin
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PHS Organizes
Alumni
Association
Oil Saturday Jul> (> 2002. over
200 former studctusnOfn ckIuOoc
lugli Scliool gathered at the sue of
the school on Pates Road to sign
up and organi/e the Alumni Association
The Association will meet for a
reunion cscrs two sears and will
opublish a newsletter during the
alternate years
The PHS Alumni group is still
seeking members Please contact
Helen Lowers in Pine Lake Estate
to join. Helen and Jesse Oxendinc
of Charlotte arc Co-Chairmcn of
the association.
April Hltuttitnore
Whittemore Selected
as Head Dancer
April Whittemore, a 27 year old Faycttcvillc native, a Lumbee Cultural
Ambassador, former Miss Lumbcc and former Miss Indian World,
has been given the honor of being the head dancer for the First Inaugural
Native American Celebration scheduled for September 14 and 15
on the National Mall in Washington. DC. The program is in conjunction
with the September 11 memorial as well as a celebration of the
National Indian Museum scheduled toopen in 2003. and a Gala event
on September 18. 2002 for the First Maori Ambassadors exchange
program from New Zealand
Whittemore. a member of the Lumbec-Chcraw -Tuscarora Nation has
spent two years traveling across the United State and Europe as an
A 10 Ambassador Americans for Indian Opportunity is a two y ear
academic program. Up to sixteen participants are selected from a national
pool of applicants The Ambassadors represent a cross section
of the Native American population During the two year Ambassadors
travel and learn with a graduate level faculty to guide and cnuquc
their work, they were exposed to national organization leaders and
Members of the United States Congress, and the President Cabinet
Furthermore ore. the Ambassadors met and talked with Indigenous
leaders from throughout the world and representatives from international
communities. During her travels. April performed in Cultural
exchange programs include singing and dancing in Alaska and New
Zealland in conjunction with the Hula-Haka Productions. Inc
April is registers North Carolina Artist, she is a singer for the group
Kautahnoh Jr. (people of the submerged pine) she sings traditional
songs as well as performed tribal dances She is also a member of the
International Native American Dance Troupe based out of Atlanta
Georgia. April is graduate of Douglas Byrd High School and Campbell
University She is currently employed with the North Carolina Department
of Administration as a counselor with the North Carolina Commission
of Indian Affairs She is a member of Bcrcan Baptist Church in
Fayettcville. NC
For more information go to www nmai.si cdu
Triangle Native American UMC
Church Celebrates First Anniversary
God's grace and hand of provision continues to amaze us here at
Triangle Native American United Methodist Church (TNAUMCV We
heard that prayers from the community, state, and around the country
were going up on our behalf for our first year service and celebration
And God honored those prayers as only He can! This special occasion
was held July 21. 2002 During the morning worship. God allowed us
the privilege to bask in special music by Junior Godbold. Junior and
Tina Dial and it was truly gripping and moving in every way Rev Glen
Ray Harris led the standing room only congregation in awesome
prayers, praises and spirit-filled music Powerful comments and
challenges, recognition of accomplishments and setting the vision for
the church were given by distinguished quests. District Superintendent
Rev. Hope Morgan Ward. Rev Robert Mangum. and Rev. Alvin Deer
To add to all of this was an undeniable commanding and compelling
message given by no other than Rev. Kenneth Locklcar!
Garner United Methodist Church opened doors and allowed us to
provide a wonderful meal and fellowship with over 250 quests and
members In the afternoon service God's blessings were poured out
on us at our gospel singing Magnificent and swaying music filled the
sanctuary from nine groups who wanted to share in our celebration
Performing were former Miss North Carolina, Lorna McNeill. Ashepole
Center UMC, Youth Choir, Tina Dail and Willie Jacobs. Raleigh Chinch
of God Vfoices of praise. Branch Street UMC. the Strong Family. Yielded
Matthcu and Louisa Loeklear and JinorGodbold Special triburc was
given to The North Carolina Annual Conference of the United
Methodist Church. Rockingham District Native American Cooperative
Ministry. General Board of General Board of Global Ministries, the
Raleigh District of the NC Conference and others who have given
unselfishly of their time, energy, prayers, and financial support The
day ended with a cake cutting ceremony that was baked bv Bobbie
Sampson.fellowship.and an overwhelming sense of excitement at
God;s awesome power, mercy, and unfailing, love
Guests for our celebration came from Baltimore. Washington DC South
Carolina. Olkahoma. l.akc Junaluska. Cumberland. Hoke, Robeson.
Scotland. Craven. Johnston.Durham. Orange. Guilford. Sampson, and
Wake counties Also in attendance were distinguished quests. State
Supcnntcndcnt.Mikc Ward and Wake County Commissioner. Betty
Maitgum This kind of outward expression of support is humbling and
it strengthens and encourage us as the Body of Christ.
Words cannot adequately express our heartfelt appreciation to Garner
United Methodist Church special quest, musicians and others who
came to share in our anniversary We want to say THANK YOU AI.L
AND MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS YOU !! Continue to lifi us up in
prayer and that He will use this church in a mighty and glorious way!
God truly blessed us with a grand and glorious time that was had by all