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of dogs and cats that he has rescued and loved over his lifetime. Phil knew most everyone and once he got to know you, you would be issued the classic “Tonto Pup” nickname and from that day forward that name was how he knew you. He was always such a great storyteller. His hunting exploits were epic. He had many great adventures and many great friends and family to share them. He ventured far and wide, but always gravitated back to home base in Grand Ronde. This is where we gather to remember …

Culture Walking On - Janet Pearl (Lyon) Phillips 08.18.2016 Dean Rhodes Walking On Janet Pearl (Lyon) Phillips March 16, 1933 – Aug. 13, 2016 Tribal Elder Janet Pearl (Lyon) Phillips, 83, was born March 16, 1933, in McMinnville, Ore., to Harley and Pearl (Langley) Lyon. She grew up and attended Dayton Grade School and graduated in 1951 from Dayton High School. Janet was a bookkeeper, landlord and her most cherished occupation was owner/operator of the Pirates Den cafe, where she was known …

is the mother of three sons – Dale, 20, Darion, 16, and Devon 14 – and is an avid beader. She frequently travels the powwow trail with her large family, dancing in her traditional southern dress. However, she said, most of her powwow life is spent dancing in the jingle dress category. She is living in the Dallas area. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

, Crystal Szczepanski, Shirod Younker and Adam McIsaac. The largest, and arguably the most impressive, exhibit featured at “Ikanum” is the 33-foot-long “stanki’ya” ocean-going canoe. The canoe dominates the exhibit space and is dimensionally an exact replica of a Chinook-style canoe. “To me, stanki’ya is a symbol of the rebirth of a culture here in Grand Ronde,” said Cole. “As soon as they started the canoe journeys, more people became involved in their culture. It became more Grand Ronde culture …

built the Tribe’s Fire Protection Program into one of the best and most successful in the country. “We have six engines now and a very successful program,” Kuust says. “We try to align our efforts with the Tribe’s mission and direction. Jeff is responsible for that. I don’t think we would have as successful of a program if it weren’t for Jeff.” Kuust says Nepstad pays attention to detail. “He focuses on results and he doesn’t get distracted. He gets things done.” Natural Resources Department …

Santiam River from the 1851 Santiam Kalapuya Reservation identified by Chief Alquema as the most important homeland and the one that the Santiam Kalapuya wanted as a reservation. However, the 1851 treaty was never ratified by Congress. The area was included in the Willamette Valley Treaty that was ratified in1855. “The strong Tribal connection to its homeland remains to this day,” Reibach said, “and will strengthen as the Chahalpam Wildlife Area is expanded.” Reibach thanked several Tribal …

desire to retire at the end of her most recent two-year contract. Shaw owns Shaw Law Group in Portland. His online resume states that he has a national reputation for his expertise in business development with Tribes and Native organizations. He has been a speaker on economic development in Indian Country before the American Bar Association, Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians, Northwest Tribal Lending Institutions Association and National Indian Gaming Association. He also is a former Court …

Tribal Government & News Smoke Signals wins general excellence award from NAJA 06.18.2015 Dean Rhodes Tribal Employees The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde’s bimonthly newsletter, Smoke Signals , won seven awards in the 2015 Native American Journalists Association Media Awards Contest, including the prestigious General Excellence Award for Native publications with a circulation between 4,000 and 8,000 copies. “The General Excellence award is, for me, the most cherished because it honors …

: 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and 9:30 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday. Our goal is to see everyone who presents during these hours. However, based on the number of patients that present, staff may have to redirect some to the most appropriate resource after being screened by our nurse. This change is expected to increase efficiency and improve access for patients. Staff will monitor the progress of this new system and will make any necessary …

Culture Walking On - Clarence Dale Langley 06.20.2013 Michelle Alaimo Walking On Clarence Dale Langley Nov. 25, 1931 - June 17, 2013 Tribal Elder Clarence Dale Langley went on peacefully to be with the Lord on June 17, 2013. Dale was dearly loved and he will be greatly missed. He was 81 years old. Dale was born on Nov. 25, 1931, in Grand Ronde, Ore., to Ivan Lewis Langley and Grace Alice Englehardt. Dale lived in Grand Ronde for most of his life. He went to work in the woods at a young age …