Weenuche Smoke Signals

07/11/2025

The Colorado Air Quality Office has issued health advisories due to multiple Wildfires in the area through the weekend. Smokey conditions are more likely to occur overnight or early morning -- like we experienced today in our area.

Stay updated with:
ü AirNow Fire & Smoke Map: https://www.airnow.gov/wildfires/, or
ü Colorado Smoke Blog: https://colosmokeoutlook.blogspot.com/,
ü Colorado Air Quality Summary: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx

Here are a few common sense tips during Wildfire Season:

ü When smoke is in the air outside, indoor areas (closed windows) provide cleaner air.

ü When inside, keep the air ‘cleaner’ by avoid burning candles, frying food or other activities that may add dust or smoke to the air.

ü Smoke levels outside can change during the day, plan outdoor activities when the air quality is better.

ü If smoke is thick or present indoors, consider relocating, or going somewhere else for a few hours.

More tips can be found at: https://www.airnow.gov/wildfires/when-smoke-is-in-the-air/

Wildfire smoke is impacting air quality in multiple states. Please use the Fire and Smoke map to check on wildfire smoke impacts in your area.

07/11/2025

07/11/2025

RCAC (Rural Community Assistance Corporation) will be offering a solid waste seminar and training July 22 and 23, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. This seminar is brought to you by UMUT Enviromental Department in conjunction with UMUT Public Works. It will be held at the Casino. Please contact Ute Mountain Public Works if you are interested in attending. There are limited seats. Leave name and contact information. 970-238-0817.

07/11/2025

**Today's Daily AQI**

Stay updated with the AirNow Fire & Smoke Map: https://www.airnow.gov/wildfires/ or
Colorado Smoke Blog:
https://colosmokeoutlook.blogspot.com/

07/10/2025

We have some important updates to WIC food packages in the future months.

If you have any questions please give us a call 970-238-6645.

In the coming months, families will be contacted by WIC staff to update their family's WIC benefits. This step is crucial to ensure that benefits continue uninterrupted.

Please call the office to update your contact information if there have been any changes. 970-238-6645.

WIC is an equal opportunity provider.

-UMU WIC Program

07/10/2025

A water distribution class will be held online and in person at Ute Mountain Casino. This class is free of charge, and spots are available for Ute Mountain Tribal Employees. There are limited seats so contact asap.

ITCA Water Distribution 1 training will take place from July 21, 2025, to July 25, 2025, online from 8:00 a.m. to noon, with continuing sessions at the Casino from July 28 to July 31, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A certification test session will be held on August 1, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Anyone interested in attending, please contact Ute Mountain Public Works at 970-238-0817 to leave a message and provide your contact information. Ask for Tyree McClain or Lee Travaudo at [email protected]

07/10/2025

07/10/2025

Good Day to all our followers. I had the privilege of attending this year's 4th of July Powwow in Ft. Duchesne, UT. I hope we do the Powwow justice with my Photography.

(with a limit of 80 photos, this is set 2 of 2)

Photos by: Sonya Cuthair

07/10/2025

Good day to all our followers. I had the privilege of attending this year's 4th of July Powwow in Ft. Duchesne, UT. Greetings to our sister tribe, Northern Utes, and thank you for a wonderful experience. I hope I do the Powwow justice with my Photography.
Shut out to ALL royalty representatives!!!
(with a limit of 80 photos, this is set 1 of 2)

Photos by: Sonya Cuthair

07/10/2025

The Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs (CCIA) is looking for two At-Large Commissioners. At-Large Commissioners are appointed through a Commission vote and serve three-year terms. The Commission will appoint At-Large Commissioners at its quarterly meeting on September 4, 2025.

At-Large Commissioners:
✅Have an understanding of Tribal governments & Tribal sovereignty
✅ Are passionate about working with Tribal Nations and American &/Alaska Native communities
✅ Attend quarterly Commission meetings and other meetings of the Commission as convened by the Chair
To apply, please submit the following:
- Initial application form
- Three references
- Resume
- Statement of interest (optional)

For more information and to apply, visit the link below, and select ‘Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs’ in the dropdown menu. Applications are due by August 1.

https://www.colorado.gov/governor/boards-commissions-application