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and hears in everyday life, but doesn’t research her topics. Instead, she starts writing and lets the words spring to life on the page. If you read one of her books and come upon a character who seems familiar, it’s probably not an accident. “Everyone I know is in my books,” she says. “So am I. My name is Dea in most of my books.” Dala also writes children’s books, inspired by her 6-year-old granddaughter. “When she was 4, she asked me why I didn’t write a dragon book, so I did.” That was two years …

an oath to defend America from all threats, both foreign and domestic. “These people took their orders to defend our peace and democracy, that most often is taken for granted,” Bobb said. “But Arlington National Cemetery and the tens of thousands of white crosses that cover the landscape are a testimony to lives cut short so we could live free. These were young people who never got to have full lives.” He described Marine Corps boot camp as “everything I had heard about and more.” “Seven of us …

that come before the Council. Tribal member Perri McDaniel has been named economic development analyst, working in the office of Economic Development Director Titu Asghar. McDaniel was most recently coordinator of the Eugene satellite office. "Under the direction and guidance of the Economic Development director, my job is to research and analyze potential investments that will help the Tribe add value and diversify our economic base," said McDaniel. Her goals are "to work closely with the Economic …

Tribal Government & News Transportation, transit input sought from community 12.13.2018 Danielle Frost Federal government , Tribal employees , Public safety Anyone who walks, bikes or runs along Grand Ronde Road has seen their share of semi and log truck traffic. “It’s only a matter of time until there is a tragedy because of it,” Tribal Public Works Coordinator John Mercier said. He said that most large semitrucks cannot navigate a narrow curve on Highway 22 (Hebo Road) near Kissing Rock …

Tribal Government & News Civil Rights Commission report faults feds' lack of funding treaty obligations again 12.28.2018 Dean Rhodes, Smoke Signals editor Federal government The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released a report on the federal government’s continuing lack of commitment to fund programs for Native Americans in December, calling the current funding “grossly inadequate” to meet the most basic needs the federal government is obligated to provide. The report, titled “Broken Promises …

they go running into the therapy room. It’s good when therapy is a positive experience like that.” Jones, who has worked with adults most of his career, said children are more likely to be themselves and say whatever is on their minds. “They’re a lot less guarded, that is the biggest difference I have noticed,” he said. Jones also likes to keep parents involved in the process and meets with them every three to four weeks. “I want to get them in to talk about their perspective because …

Frost Smoke Signals staff writer Seventy-four years ago, veteran Herman “Junior” Hudson concluded his military service after serving in the Navy from 1942 until World War II ended in 1945. On Friday, April 19, the 94-year-old Tribal Elder was honored with a Quilt of Valor in the Governance Center Atrium in front of a large crowd of family, friends, fellow veterans and Tribal employees. He is one of a few Native American World War II veterans still living and most likely is the Grand Ronde Tribe’s …

, the most exciting part is that it is an opportunity for all of us to see old friends and relatives, and to be so thankful for our Tribe being restored and all of those who made it possible,” Tribal Council Secretary Jon A. George says. “It’s a time to come together and have fun.” On Friday, Nov. 22, the Tribe will fete 36 years of Restoration and all of the accomplishments that have come with it. George serves on the Restoration Committee, which is charged with arranging the celebration. The group has …

designed to help those suffering from opioid dependence. In less than two months, her caseload has reached 17 patients, most of whom became addicted to opioids through illicit use of heroin. As the new medication-assisted treatment coordinator, Gehrke meets prospective patients where they are in their dependency. After patients undergo an induction assessment to determine their level of addiction and if they are currently using, they also are seen by Tribal physicians and Behavioral Health staff …

says. “She has helped students that are credit deficient get back on track and graduate.” Willamina has three goals district-wide to improve graduation outcomes for all students. These are focusing on core academics such as math and reading, improving school culture by creating an atmosphere where students are cared for and want to attend class, and addressing equity concerns by defining what it means and how current policies and procedures have an effect. “Graduation is the most important goal …