We are proud to share with you the fourth issue of Wiċoṡkaŋ: The Magazine of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). Within these pages, you’ll find stories that honor our Mdewakanton Dakota people, culture, traditions, and the strength of our sovereign tribal government. Thank you for joining us in honoring the stories of our past, celebrating the present, and building a future rooted in tradition, resilience, and unity. These are the stories that shape our identity, connect generations, and inspire what lies ahead.