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minutes of his presidency. “Leonard Peltier, over the years, has become this kind of symbol of Native Americans in general, of all the injustices that have faced Native American and Tribes in this country,” Senior Political Reporter Jennifer Bendery said in a HuffPost video. “He has come to embody something so much bigger than himself.” According to Bendery, the crime that landed Peltier in prison was during a time of intense conflict between Tribes and the federal government agencies. The HuffPost …

Tribal Government & News George re-elected, Wakeland and McClary clinch other two seats 09.06.2025 Danielle Harrison Elections By Danielle Harrison Smoke Signals editor Tribal Council incumbent Kathleen George, past Tribal Council member Toby McClary and first time Tribal Council candidate Pete Wakeland won victories in the Tribal Council election Saturday, Sept. 6. McClary garnered more than 18% of the vote, Wakeland received 14.4% and George received 14.2% McClary received 681 votes …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor - April 1, 2012 03.29.2012 Ron Karten Letters Dear Tribal Council: First let me thank you for all that you do. There are many of us who appreciate all the time and effort you put in to accomplishing the endless tasks assigned to you. If it weren't for the dedication of fine folks like you, our Tribe would not be in the fine shape it is today. I follow the meetings and events of our Tribe through my home computer and Smoke Signals . Having …

and right now the real estate market is still looking up, so we’re really hoping to take advantage of that.” “The opportunities for this site are truly remarkable,” Mercier said in a press release prepared by the city and Tribe. “However, they are not the best fit for the Grand Ronde Tribe at this time. We’re excited to work with the city of Wood Village to find a new buyer that will make this vision a reality.” The Tribe purchased the property in December 2015. The dilapidated site, which had not been …

the tour along with Tribal Council Chief of Staff Stacia Martin. Huffman welcomed the Rose Festival Court and chaperones and then introduced Reina Nelson of the Tribe’s Land and Culture Department. Nelson gave a warm welcome and then Bobby Mercier, Travis Stewart, Brian Krehbiel and Jordan Mercier performed a drum song in the museum’s replica plankhouse. “Every time we have visitors we like to welcome you,” said Bobby Mercier of the welcoming drum song. Nelson emphasized how far the Tribe has …

Health & Education Roads to Recovery: For McNeel, using heroin once was one time too many 08.31.2021 Danielle Harrison Health & Wellness , People Tribal member Tannith McNeel tells her story of heroin addiction and how it devastated her life. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez/Smoke Signals) (Editor’s note: This is the fifth in a series of Smoke Signals stories in 2021 that examines addiction and recovery. The final article will detail the various recovery services offered to Tribal members seeking …

Tribal members home to live in the community will mean an increased need to provide adequate transportation to government services, employment and schools, whether by foot, bicycle, private vehicle or bus. With the Grand Ronde Tribe’s Strategic Plan stated goal to “attract new Tribal members, diversify and grow the population, and promote a healthier, sustainable community,” transportation plays a huge role in accomplishing it. “We are very close to capacity as it is (on the roads),” Public Works …

Heron site. “(The Riverwalk) raises a lot of value,” Mason said. “The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde has said it is very compatible with its vision for the site. It is a value add. It’s like dancing with another partner who shares your dance vision.” Metro, the regional Portland area government, is sending a $475 million bond measure to voters in November that would include $20 million for the Riverwalk project. Due diligence process Tribal Council Chief of Staff Stacia Hernandez said during …

suffrage in Oregon, Booth said. "The subject is also extremely important in the Native community, in that the role of Native women was essential for the survival of the community. And the Grand Ronde Tribe has created some very strong and influential women up to and including the current Tribal Council." The exhibit will run from Friday, April 6, through Monday, May 28. Brown can be contacted regarding donations at Julie.brown@grandronde.org or 503-879-2186. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter …

Cultural Resources Department. "In the first month of school, we will be at assemblies to teach about the Kalapuya Tribe," Lewis said. "This is turning into a very good partnership. I think as we go forward, there will be more." The partnership already has brought in a showcase full of Kalapuya artifacts - from arrowheads to baskets to history books - from the collection of a retired local librarian. Joining Tom at the event were Tribal Council members Chris Mercier, Valorie Sheker and Toby …