Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin

08/05/2026

Internet and phone capabilities at the Community Resource Center have been fully restored and are now available for public use.

Additionally, Hillcrest Road (the small connector located just before the Post Office, below Standing Cedars Convenience Store in Keshena) will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic. Please plan alternate routes during this period and use caution in the area.

08/04/2026

The Community Resource Center and Keshena Post Office internet and telephone lines are down. There is a fiber break due to construction in the area. At this time, we do not expect the situation to be resolved until 08/04/26 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) at the earliest.

We will provide an update as they are received.

Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

08/03/2026

Menominee Contest Powwow Champions 😁✨

Waewaenen to everyone who came out to the Woodland Bowl!! We had champion singers and dancers from all over Turtle Island. See you all next year. Safe travels home everyone. 🤎

08/01/2026

Live stream of the powwow:

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/01/2026

Saturday’s Schedule for the contest powwow! Everyone have a great Saturday!

07/31/2026

Friday Evening Update
Due to expected rain, tonight’s dance contest is canceled and no points will be awarded.

The Drum Contest will still be held tonight Friday at the WOODLAND Bowl at 7:00 PM. Registration will remain open for the evening.

Drum Groups, please bring canopies this evening. We also ask community members who are able to donate or lend a canopy for the evening to drop at octagon building at the gate.

Grand Entry will be Saturday at 12:00 Noon with a full go-round of dance contests.

Please share. Wāēwāēnen!

07/28/2026

📣 Attention Powwow Attendees – Woodland Bowl Seating Update for the Keshena Contest Powwow

Lawn chairs are allowed throughout the Woodland Bowl, except on the bleachers. Stadium seats are welcomed on the bleachers and can be used comfortably without blocking walkways or other guests.

Seating is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED, so please plan ahead and arrive early if you want a preferred spot, gates open at 10am Friday morning.

At the end of each night, everyone must take their lawn chairs AND blankets home. Any items left behind will be collected by Powwow Security and placed at the top of the Bowl the following morning at registration for collection. This helps us keep the grounds clean, safe, and ready for the next grand entry. Please keep in mind that MITW or the Powwow Board is not responsible for any lost or left behind items.

‼️ELDER'S SECTION & DRUM GROUPS are an exception as they can keep their chairs over night.‼️

Thank you to everyone for your respectful cooperation and ensuring this event runs smoothly for our community, guests, singers, and dancers.

07/27/2026

Pōsōh nēc-omāēqnomenewak, wristbands are now available for purchase at the Chairman's Office 8-4:30 Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Wristbands can also be purchased Thursday evening at the youth powwow.

Wristbands are $15

Email [email protected] or call (715) 799-5114 with any questions.

07/15/2026

IMPORTANT MESSAGE - From MITW Emergency Management Coordinator, Ben Warrington

Posoh Everyone,
Please review the guidance below regarding the current poor air quality. The smoke is from wildfires in northern Minnesota and Canada. Please share this information with friends and family.

GUIDANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH RESPIRATORY CONCERNS
When air quality is poor due to smoke:
1. STAY INDOORS
- Avoid outdoor activities as much as possible
- Keep windows and doors closed
- Stay in air conditioned space

2. IMPROVE INDOOR AIR QUALITY
- Run AC on recirculate
- Use HEPA air filters/purifiers

3. FOLLOW YOUR ACTION PLAN
- Take medications as prescribed
- Keep rescue inhaler accessible
- If you have asthma or emphysema/COPD: Follow your action plan.

4. WEAR A MASK IF NEEDED
- If you must go outside wear a well fitting mask to reduce exposure

5. AVOID HIGH RISK SITUATIONS
- Avoid strenuous activities
- Limit prolonged outdoor exposure

6. MONITOR YOUR SYMPTOMS
- Watch for worsening symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, fatigue or dizziness. Seek medical attention is symptoms worsen or do not improve.
- People with heart disease symptoms: contact your health care provider if you experience heart palpitations, shortness of breath or unusual fatigue

07/13/2026

With the extreme temperatures expected,
cooling centers will be open in the following locations from noon to 8pm today (Mon July 13) and tomorrow (Tues July 14).
•Keshena – FACE Center
•Middle Village – Maehnowesekiyah
•Neopit – Tribal School and Boys & Girls Club
•Zoar – Ceremonial Building
•South Branch – Community Center

The expected humidity levels and forecast temperatures should result in maximum heat indices of 95°F to 105°F both days.

Please remember to stay hydrated and check on family and friends.