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The Mohican Writers Circle has been going strong since 2011, but the tribe’s concept of sharing writing dates back to the end of the 19th century, mostly from the pure enjoyment of sharing creativity but also to stave off attempts to erase the Mohican culture.
Several writers meet regularly on the Stockbridge-Munsee Reservation, eager to talk about what they’ve written. Whether it’s at the Mohican Family Center or on the top floor of the North Star Casino, those writers love to see their various worlds take flight.
The purpose of the writers circle varies from person to person, but the mission statement tasks the group to work as mentors for any tribal members or their descendants who want to share their stories or history.
“We started meeting to try to get some writing going of our own,” said JoAnn Schedler, one of the founding members who currently serves as secretary for the group. “It’s been amazing because of Misty (Cook) and Bonney (Hartley) and our younger people that have been a part of the group. Our circle has grown.”
So far, the group has published two books. One is “Reflections on the Waters that are Never Still: Literary Journal of the Mohican People,” which featured 26 writers and was published in 2015. Following in 2023 was “Along the Many Trails: Literary Journal of the Mohican People,” with 27 tribal members telling their stories. Schedler said the books were made possible because of a pair of grants the writers circle was able to receive from the Wisconsin Arts Board.
Now, the group is working on a third book, which members hope to publish by the time the Stockbridge-Munsee Tribe’s annual pow wow rolls around in August.
“We’ve had workshops, and we’ve had several elder workshops,” Schedler said. “Through that, that’s how…
An experiment from students at Greater Nanticoke Area High School will soon reach new heights — and could provide insight into conditions on Mars.
NASA selected the Luzerne County juniors as one of 60 winning teams from across the country in the TechRise Student Challenge. This summer, a flight box containing the group’s soil experiment will soar on a NASA-sponsored flight test on a high-altitude balloon.
Liam McGovern said he “jumped for joy” when he and fellow engineering club members learned that NASA selected their proposal.
“Our experiment from Nanticoke, a town that probably not a lot of people have actually really heard of, It’s been chosen for the entire state,” he said. “Now we get to do something that’s just really interesting. It could help us a lot with going to Mars.”
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Robert Miller holds the box the group made with a 3D printer. The box will contain the soil for the experiment.
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The flight box will hold the Greater Nanticoke project.
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Liam McGovern melts a wire cover over a fresh solder point.
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The students will take soil samples from several places across the United States — fertile soil from the Midwest, desert soil of the Southwest and volcanic soil from Hawaii — and place them in the flight box. Several monitors will help track conditions.
The box will be one of 60 in the NASA challenge that will rise to an altitude of about 70,000 feet and stay there for about four hours.
With an expected temperature of 75 degrees below zero, low atmospheric pressure and high levels of radiation, the conditions will be similar to the…
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7 Of The Quietest Ohio Towns
Dreaming of a getaway where the loudest sound is the wind through the trees? Ohio, centrally located in the Midwest and bordering Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, has some of the country’s loveliest small towns. With its western hills of rolling countryside, Appalachian foothills in the south, and lakeshores of Lake Erie in the north, the state has a landscape of contrasts and variety perfect for relaxation. Shaped by early settlers, canals, and railroads, many of Ohio’s quiet villages have preserved their heritage and embraced nature as a refuge from today’s hectic world. From hiking in dense woods, strolling down unruffled main streets, and soaking up lake views, these locations promise a slower, more relaxed pace. Come to Ohio and find the peace you have always longed for, especially in the seven quietest towns.
Granville
Granville, Ohio. Image credit Kenneth Sponsler via Shutterstock.
The town of Granville is an untroubled haven where landscape and history harmonize. The 19th-century Bryn Du Mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, is a town-owned facility with a calm ambiance, outdoor space, changing art exhibits, and events. Beyond the mansion, the Alligator Mound, a prehistoric earthwork of ancient Ohioans, stands on a bluff overlooking the valley of Raccoon Creek, adding stillness and mystery to the town.
For those needing seclusion in the wide-open spaces, Spring Valley Nature Preserve features secluded hiking paths, wood walkovers, and a winding creek. It is the ideal sanctuary for strollers and bird watchers. The Robbins Hunter Museum, a Greek Revival house, brings 19th-century customs alive with period pieces and historical relics. Opera House Park, with its covered benches and secluded location, has one of the…
Mounting Financial Woes
Despite INSPIRE being one of South Korea’s significant investments, MGE South Korea has faced financial difficulties since its grand opening in January 2024. By September of last year, the IR had hemorrhaged KRW265.4 billion (US$152.18 million) in net losses despite generating a record revenue of KRW219 billion (US$184.42 million).
Mohegan also failed to clear a US$275 million “Korea Term Loan”, explaining that, at the time, it was confident in its ability to access sufficient cash and liquidity. Additionally, the resort was required to reach financial targets contained within its loan documents.
Business as Usual
Bain Capital may have exercised its right to take over INSPIRE, but it insists the transition will not cause interruptions. The establishment’s employees, guests, and day-to-day operations will continue as usual. In a statement, Bain Capital stated, “Although the management rights have been transferred to Bain Capital, there will be no immediate changes in the executive team.”
The company also emphasized its commitment to establishing a strong collaborative relationship with staff and investors to maintain INSPIRE’s sustainable growth. It added, “As a long-term investor with a strong track record in Korea, Bain Capital will provide full support to enhance INSPIRE’s financial performance, elevate guest experience, and drive sustained growth.”
About INSPIRE
Previously known as Mohegan INSPIRE, INSPIRE Entertainment Resort had a soft launch of non-gaming commercial operations in 2023. It later opened a foreigner-exclusive casino in February 2024.
The establishment spans an expansive 461,661 sq ft, featuring three five-star hotels with 1,275 rooms combined. Other amenities include a 15,000-seat performance arena, a 4,000-capacity convention center, and an indoor waterpark under a glass dome. It also hosts South Korea’s largest foreigner-only casino.
Avery Lee Ellis of Seaford passed away peacefully at TidalHealth Nanticoke, surrounded by family, after a sudden illness, on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.
Avery was born on June 10, 1936, in Seaford and raised in the Woodland community by his parents, Claude Daniel Ellis and Maude Elizabeth Willey Ellis. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Paul Edward Ellis, sister-in-law, Shirley Ann Ellis and daughter-in-law, Betty Jane Ellis.
Avery was always quick to laugh and tease, earning a nickname in some social circles as the Maytag man because he loved to agitate people.
He could be counted on to lend a helping hand, whether it was watching a grandchild or helping a neighbor or friend. Avery has spent many years helping the GFWC Acorn ladies deliver the Seaford telephone books and set up their Christmas lights on Stein Highway. Avery was an active member in Woodland Community Church, often found helping in the kitchen, setting up holiday flowers or handing out bulletins.
Avery enjoyed traveling but was always happiest being near the home farm, surrounded by family and friends. Almost every morning, he would be out before the sun was up to start his coffee social rounds, which had multiple stops. The afternoons, he might take a ride to see what the local farmers were up to.
While Avery wore many different hats (U.S, Army veteran, railroader, DuPont retiree, freemason, mailman, and farmer), his proudest hats were husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother and friend. He was our backbone, our patriarch.
Avery is survived by a loving wife and friend of 63 years, Louise E. Figgs Ellis; daughter, Deanna L. Collins (Brad); sons, Stephen K. Ellis (Laura) and Gregory L. Ellis (Celeste); grandchildren, Sarah A. Ellis (Timothy), Jennifer L. Ellis (Dylan), Jason G. Ellis (Tina), Paige Collins Parlier (Keith), Claude J. Ellis (Kara), and Travis G….
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Some familiar names from our best sports betting sites crop up when checking out how casinos are doing in the Nutmeg State.
Connecticut’s gross gaming revenue remained strong throughout January, with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation (MPTN) and the Mohegan Tribe reporting strong online increases.
Mohegan Digital, LLC, the Mohegan Tribe’s online venture, reported a total gross gaming revenue (GGR) of over $22 million. This was accompanied by promotional deductions of over $4 million and payments of over $4 million.
MPI Master Wagering License CT, LLC, which operates the MPTN’s online gaming business, registered a slightly higher combined GGR of over $23 million. It also reported over $4 million in promotional allowances and over $4.1 million in payouts. DraftKings Casino is the MPTN’s online partner.
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In addition, for its on-reservation gaming at Mohegan Sun, Mohegan posted a GGR of over $58,000, a promotional deduction of over $10,000, and a payment of around $10,000. MPTN’s on-reservation gaming at Foxwoods Resort Casino included a GGR of over $76,000, a promotional deduction of roughly $13,000, and a payment of around $13,000.
Mohegan Digital had total online wagers of $718. 8 million, and patron winnings were $691.2 million. The number of canceled wagers was much higher than on-reservation organizations, at around 838,000. Win/loss of online casino gaming for Mohegan Digital was over $26.7 million.
MPTN recorded even greater overall online wagers, with $876.1 million. Patron winnings were $847.6 million, and canceled wagers totaled just over $1.1 million. MPTN’s online casino gaming win/loss was the greatest, at around $27 million.
Online casino gaming win/loss figures are shown to be the most lucrative category. The Mohegan and the MPTN surpassed $26 million in online casino gaming win/loss figures, much greater than the on-reservation options reported, at under $100,000 each. This solidifies the sweeping dominance of online gambling as…
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Saturday 22, February 2025
Dear Dr. Nawar Assem, Head of Dream Organization
Ladies and gentlemen,
Distinguished guests,
Peace be upon you all,
It is a great pleasure to participate in this event on the occasion of International Women’s Day. My pleasure is even greater as we celebrate Iraqi women—past, present, and future—here in this Abbasid palace.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the organizers of this event, especially Dr. Nawar and her colleagues, for their commendable efforts in promoting women’s rights, which is deeply appreciated by us at the United Nations.
I also take this opportunity to express my deep admiration for Iraqi women and the sacrifices they have made over the years, despite the difficult situations and challenges they have faced. I say this with complete honesty and sincerity: Iraqi women are a shining example for women everywhere.
History records, in golden letters, the names of Iraqi women who have contributed to the progress of humanity. And I am not just speaking of modern history, I am referring to a rich, ancient civilization with deep roots in history. Iraqis, both men and women, have every right to take pride in this great legacy.
And let me be frank: Iraq today lacks a more active role for Iraqi women. Their presence in decision-making positions remains limited, and I believe that the time has come for Iraqi women to take on greater responsibilities and hold key positions in decision-making circles.
Our focus must be on the future—on how to transform reality for the better, how to turn challenges into opportunities, and opportunities into concrete, actionable programs. After all, challenges create opportunities, and opportunities give rise to leaders.
Why not dream? What prevents us from dreaming that, in the near future, we will see an Iraqi Woman as…
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District 2 girls wrestling breakdown
Honesdale’s Saige Olver, left, wrestles Western Wayne’s Addy Daniels on Friday night. JESSE CAREY / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Western Wayne’s Katelyn Nunez, right, wrestles Leah Klinkiewicz during Friday’s match. JESSE CAREY / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Wyoming Valley West’s Brooke Long holds Selinsgrove’s Alexis Stoneburg during the Hanover Area Girls’ Wrestling Holiday Classic championships on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. (JASON ARDAN / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER)
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Honesdale’s Saige Olver, left, wrestles Western Wayne’s Addy Daniels on Friday night. JESSE CAREY / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
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Top seed: Hanover Area junior Claire Gyle (23-6) returns to the postseason after an injury cut her sophomore year short. The Hawkeye has success against District 2 competition as all seven of her losses came against out-of-district competition. Two of her losses were because of injury. She’s also the WVC champion at 100 pounds.
Others to watch: Wallenpaupack’s Sophia Yancewicz (16-8) is one to watch as she’s the reigning District 2 champ at 106 pounds. In a head-to-head matchup this year, Gyle pinned the Buckhorn in the first period. Yancewicz also lost to Western Wayne’s Myla Smith (7-9), who is the No. 4 seed in the bracket. Nanticoke Area’s Matilda Serrano (15-8) drew the No. 3 seed, but lost twice to No. 5 seed Gia Yannone of Berwick. But in the last meeting between the WVC opponents, Serrano pinned Yannone in 45 seconds at the Valley West Tournament.
Projected final: Gyle over Yancewicz.
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Top seed: Hanover Area senior Santina Saraka (21-7) enters the tournament ranked No. 17 in the state…