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Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians
We, the Anishinabeg, the people of Odaawaa-Zaaga'iganiing, the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribe, will sustain our heritage, preserving our past, strengthening our present, and embracing our future. We will defend our inherent sovereign rights and safeguard Mother Earth. We will provide for the educational, health, social welfare, and economic stability of the present and future generations.
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LCO launches cannabis education amid growing interest and cautious state landscape
By Joe Morey News Editor The Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) community is expanding cannabis education on two tracks this fall: a free public seminar series hosted by the LCO Cannabis Advisory Network and a for-credit science course at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University (LCOOU). Together, they aim to build community literacy, workforce skills, and a factual understanding of the plant’s medical, legal, and economic dimensions. Monthly “Education on Cannabis Seminars” begin with f
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7 days ago3 min read


LCO leaders tour Eastern Cherokee cannabis operations; consultant cites “textbook example” of sovereignty-driven growth
By Joe Morey News Editor L-R) Thi Le, Vice Chair Bill Trepanier, TGB member Lorraine Gouge Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) Vice Chairman Bill Trepanier, Councilwoman Lorraine Gouge, and LCO cannabis consultant Thi Le traveled to Cherokee, North Carolina, on October 7, 2025, for an inside look at the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ (EBCI) rapidly expanding cannabis enterprise. The visit followed an invitation for LCO leadership to attend EBCI’s Tribal Council inauguration on Octob
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Oct 273 min read


WOJB Finds Its Footing After Federal Cuts, Eyes Stability Through 2027
By Joe Morey News Editor At the Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) General Membership meeting on October 18, WOJB General Manager Karl Habeck outlined how the station absorbed this year’s unprecedented public-media cuts, and why there’s a path forward. “WOJB did receive unfortunate news in July of 2025 when the current administration chose to defund public media and claw back previous funding approved by Congress. That move cost the station over 40% of its operating budget,” Habeck
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Oct 272 min read


Record Year for LCO’s Landing Resort; Winter Outlook Strong, Manager Says
By Joe Morey News Editor At the Lac Courte Oreilles General Membership meeting on October 18, Landing Resort general manager Denny Reyes reported a banner season for the tribally owned property on the Chippewa Flowage and a confident outlook heading into winter. “The Landing Resort LCO had a record-breaking year and hopefully will continue through the 2025/2026 winter season with predicting heavy snowfall,” Reyes told members. The resort will pause operations for fall cleanin
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Oct 272 min read


LCO Tribe Invests in Tech Startup PortalSphere, Projected for 20x ROI
By Joe Morey News Editor The Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has made a bold entry into the modern tech investment space, announcing a $400,000 investment in PortalSphere, a rapidly growing e-commerce software company specializing in wholesale and B2B automation for Shopify businesses. The investment, finalized in early July 2025, marks one of the first major technology ventures by the LCO Tribe and positions the Nation among the earliest investors in the c
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Oct 273 min read


Bay Bank Awards $30,000 to Nonprofits in Celebration of 30th Anniversary
Bay Bank Press Release Bay Bank celebrated its 30th anniversary today by awarding a total of $30,000 to local nonprofit organizations in...
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Aug 263 min read


LCO Hosts Informational Meeting on Cannabis Program: “We Legalize, Regulate, Employ & Train”
By Joe Morey News Editor A cannabis informational meeting was held at Sevenwinds Casino Convention Center on Wednesday, May 28. The event...
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Jun 25 min read


Federal Agencies Reaffirm Native Programs Are Safe from Anti-DEI Order — LCO Applauds SBA Clarification
By Joe Morey News Editor In a major reassurance to Indigenous communities and tribal governments, the U.S. Small Business Administration...
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May 293 min read


FACC Offers Free Classes for Entrepreneurs, Business Owners
Submitted by FACC (Hales Corners, WI) — First American Capital Corporation (FACC) is offering two new educational programs to help...
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May 153 min read


Sec-Treasurer Explores Economic Development Opportunities with Cherokee Visit
By Jennifer Cadotte LCO PR Specialist The Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board (LCO TGB) Secretary/Treasurer Bill Trepanier and...
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Apr 292 min read


Russell Swagger Resigns as LCO University President
LCO Ojibwe University Official Release Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University President, Dr. Russell Swagger submitted his resignation...
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Apr 291 min read


Indigenous Cannabis and Hemp Summit Held at Mole Lake
By Jennifer Cadottte LCO Public Relations Specialist The 3rd annual Wisconsin Cannabis and Hemp Summit was held in Mole Lake, WI on Feb....
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Mar 81 min read


Big Fish GM Provides Report on Purchase of Food Truck
The Tribe has recently purchased a 28-foot food truck to expand our business operations at the Big Fish Golf Course and increase revenue...
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Mar 52 min read


Big Fish General Manager Provides Report to the Membership
To the Membership, I am honored to introduce myself as the new General Manager of Big Fish Golf Club. Since coming on board on Decem ber...
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Mar 53 min read


LCO Cannabis Task Force Visits Prairie Island's Expanding Cannabis Operations
By Joe Morey News Editor Members of the Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) Tribal Cannabis Task Force recently visited the Prairie Island Indian...
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Feb 173 min read


LCO TGB Unanimously Votes to Establishes Cannabis Task Force
By Joe Morey News Editor In a unanimous decision, the Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) Tribal Governing Board passed Resolution 2024-113 on...
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Jan 292 min read


Famous Dave Anderson Proposes High-End Restaurant and Casino at Al Capone’s Hideout
By Joe Morey News Editor Renowned restaurateur and entrepreneur "Famous" Dave Anderson, a Lac Courte Oreilles tribal member, has...
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Jan 293 min read


Sunday Afternoons Excite As Big Fish Golf Event Center Welcomes Old Time Country Acts and Charity Games
By Joe Morey Big Fish General Manager Big Fish Event Center is the place to be every Sunday afternoon at 1 PM! We’re excited to offer a...
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Jan 243 min read


Big Fish Golf Club Heads Into Positive Direction Under New Management
By Joe Morey News Editor Taking the reins as the new General Manager of Big Fish Golf Club has been nothing short of an incredible honor....
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Jan 133 min read


Tribal Member Launches EZgrowth: An All-in-One Software Solution for Small Businesses
By Aize Perez CEO Weekly Read Full Article Here Curtis DeCora, an award-winning marketer with nearly two decades of experience, has...
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Jan 123 min read
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