Family members of the late Rex Buck Jr. and Grant County PUD commissioners get together for a picture after Buck was honored with a proclamation from the commissioners. Front row: Rex “Tiny” Buck IV. Second row, from left, Sunsky Buck, Ruth Jim, Angela Buck, Lela Buck holding Elias Corral and Nikkia Owlchild. Third row, from left: Clarice Paul, Lightning Paul, Katrina Buck, Kenny Mathias, Rex Buck III, PUD Commissioner Tom Flint, River Buck, Commissioner Judy Wilson, Commiss…
June 19, 2023
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Late Wanapum leader honored by Grant PUD
Rex Buck, Jr. recognized for contributions preserving tribal heritage, culture.
EPHRATA — The late Rex “Puck Hyah Toot” Buck Jr., longtime leader of the Wanapum, was honored by the Grant County Public Utility District commissioners at their regular meeting June 13. The resolution follows the end of a year of respect traditionally observed by the Wanapum after the death of a tribal member...