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Arms Conflict at the Beach: U.S. Open Arm Wrestling Championships National Arm Wrestling Promotions is bringing the Seventh Annual Arm Wres- tling Championships to Chinook Winds Casino Resort on March 26. This event showcases the best arm wrestlers from all over the United States. Doors open at noon with competition beginning at 1 p.m. This free all-ages event is open to the public. If you think you can arm wrestle, everyone is welcome to give it a try. There is an amateur class for the beginners and an open class with cash prizes awarded for men’s and women’s divisions. If you think you’re too old, think again. There is a masters division for those age 40 and older. To register or learn more about the event, visit napsport.com or call Bill Collins at 209-704-0564. Rodney Topie, the nationally ranked No. 2 left-handed super heavyweight; Jor- dan Sills, national champion heavyweight; and light-heavyweight Clark Brian, who has multiple championships under his belt, are expected to compete. The event will kick off with a six- man round-robin left-hander event. Six of the best left-handed arm wrestlers from around the country will compete in this exciting event. It’s not about how many times you lose, but how many you win. Don’t miss this fun event to start off an afternoon of competitive arm wrestling National Arm Wrestling Promotions (NAP) specializes in bringing arm wres- tling competitions and tournaments to various outlets in the United States. NAP was originated by six-time world arm wres- tling champion Bill Collins, a 25 + year arm sport promoter with awards in local, state and national arm wrestling championships. Collins is co-founder of the Ultimate Arm Wrestling League (theual.com), a certified master referee for the World Arm Wrestling Federation and head referee as seen on ESPN2 and FOX Sports. Don’t miss your chance to see the excitement of Armed Conf lict at the Beach. A free event shirt will go to the first 75 entries. Entry fee to compete in the open divi- sion is $30 per arm/division and amateur/ masters is $25. Call 209-704-0564 or visit napsport.com for more information. Chinook Winds Casino Resort Mentor/Protégé Program Job Announcement Position Close Date – March 31, 2016 Protégé The Mentor and Protégé Program is implemented to provide Chinook Winds Casino Resort with qualified Siletz Tribal members who will help form the future Management Team and to provide Siletz Tribal members with the proper management training and techniques to succeed in the gaming and hospitality industry in manage- ment/supervisory levels. Qualifications Education High School diploma or GED AA degree preferred Experience 3 years customer service hospitality experience 1 year supervisory/management experi- ence preferred Computer Skills Microsoft Office intermediate level in Word, Excel and Outlook Certificates & Licenses Valid driver’s license Ability to obtain a Siletz Tribal gaming license Other Requirements Enrolled Siletz Tribal member To submit an application, visit our Human Resources office on Mon- day – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applications can be downloaded from our website at chinookwindscasino. com/careers. Fax an application to 541-996-5857 or mail to 1777 NW 44 th St., Lincoln City OR 97367. Call 541-996-5800 or 888-244- 6665, ext. 5800, for further assistance. Courtesy photo by Chinook Winds Casino Resort staff Siletz Tribal member and HR Director Jenifier Leake presents the Superstar plaque to Thanh Nguyen. Nguyen named Superstar employee Valet attendant Thanh Nguyen was named the Fourth Quarter Superstar for 2015 at the Superstar Luncheon held Jan. 28. A two-time winner for 15 years of exceptional customer service, Thanh also received his 15-year award at the luncheon. One-, five-, 10- and 15-year employ- ees also were recognized for their service to the organization. Chinook Winds directors, selected staff, Tribal Elders and staff of the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission attended the luncheon in the casino’s convention center. Thanh was nominated by a guest for exemplifying BEACH core values. In rec- ognition of his accomplishment, Thanh was presented with a check for $1,000 and a Superstar parking space. A marble tile plaque, engraved with his name, will be displayed at the front entrance to the casino. To be eligible to receive the “Super- star” award, actions observed must be above and beyond the employee’s regular duties or include a description of an employee who consistently advocates the core values and goals of the casino through excellence in their service to guests and relationships with fellow employees. Chinook Winds’ BEACH core values form the foundation on which staff per- form and conduct themselves daily. The core values, which spell out “BEACH”, include: Be Passionate & Determined, Embrace Change, Accountability, Cus- tomer Service and Happiness. Nominations go through several reviews before a final selection is made. Both casino staff and casino guests can submit Superstar nominations. With more than 800 employees, and only four of these awards given each year, it’s a real honor to be chosen as the Superstar. Other employees nominated for this award included Mariah Garza, Diane Moore, Frances O’Rourke, Sandy Thomas and Linda Walling. Follow us on Twitter, find us on Facebook or visit our website at chinookwindscasino.com. For more information about events in North Lincoln County, visit lcchamber.com, oregoncoast.org or lincolncity-culturalcenter.org. Siletz News Letters Policy For more information about the Siletz Tribal language program, please visit siletzlanguage.org. Most Often Requested Numbers Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians – 800-922-1399 Salem Area Office – 503-390-9494 Salem Finance Office – 888-870-9051 Portland Area Office – 503-238-1512 Eugene Area Office – 541-484-4234 Contract Health Services (CHS) – 800-628-5720 Siletz Community Health Clinic – 800-648-0449 Siletz Behavioral Health – 800-600-5599 Chinook Winds Casino Resort – 888-244-6665 Chemawa Health Clinic – 800-452-7823 Bureau of Indian Affairs – 800-323-8517 Website – ctsi.nsn.us Siletz News, a publication of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, is published once a month. Our editorial policy encourages input from readers about stories printed in Siletz News and other Tribal issues. All letters must include the author’s signature, address, and phone number in order to be considered for publication. Siletz News reserves the right to edit any letter for clarity and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part of a letter that may contain profane language, libelous statements, personal attacks or unsubstantiated statements. Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published letters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Siletz News, Tribal employees, or Tribal Council. Please type or write legibly. Letters longer than 450 words may be edited for length as approved by Tribal Council Resolution #96-142. Please note: The general manager of the Siletz Tribe is the editor-in-chief of Siletz News. Editor-in-Chief: Brenda Bremner March 2016 Editor: Diane Rodriquez • Siletz News • 19
