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Longtime Barona Band leader ousted by newcomer


The Barona Band of Mission Indians in California elected a new leader over the weekend.

Voters ousted longtime chairman, Clifford LaChappa and elected newcomer Rhonda "Lisa" Welch-Scalco. The vote tally was not reported.

LaChappa served four terms as chairman, overseeing growth of the tribe's casino.

Get the Story:
Longtime Barona head ousted in tribal vote (The San Diego Union-Tribune 11/24)

Relevant Links:
Barona Band of Mission Indians - http://www.baronatribe.com