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such as grocery stores, gyms and retail shops. Oregon’s mask mandate went into effect on Wednesday, July 1, while Washington began requiring masks on June 26. Spirit Mountain Marketing Director Shawna Ridgebear said that there was a good deal of feedback on wearing masks, both pro and con, but most customers are fairly accommodating to the new rule. “Spirit Mountain Casino enacted mandatory masks after evaluating the current status of the pandemic’s rising trend in the state and Pacific Northwest …

water supply for public, private, and industrial use,” attorneys for the two cities wrote in the lawsuit. In 2018, after a decade of inaction, environmental groups sued the corps, resulting in a 2021 court order to begin deep drawdowns. “The court was explicit that the corps must not violate the (Clean Water Act) and state water quality standards,” the attorneys wrote. “The corps did so anyway.” George echoed some of that criticism. “If the Army Corps of Engineers had invested in the reality …

resources. “The best plan is for people to call the help line if they are in need of shelter so we can help develop a plan as well as meet other needs,” Social Services Manager Dana Ainam said. “We encourage those needing immediate or long-term resources to call the national Red Cross number (800-733-2767) to get registered.” Eleven separate wildfires broke out in Oregon just after Labor Day and affected most of the state, from the Slater fire in Josephine County to the Lionshead fire west of Warm …

, executive director of Health Services for the Tribe. "He will be a welcome addition to our team." As the department looks at scheduling and coverage and coordination of care across all health center departments, Loberg is "very willing to evaluate our systems and processes and work to improve them to help us meet the needs of our members and provide excellent patient care." Loberg said that the department is "doing a good job; doing good work already," but he is holding regular provider meetings …

Tribal Government & News Tribal efforts to be more green moving forward 02.14.2018 Danielle Frost Tribal Council , People , Natural Resources , Tribal Employees By Danielle Frost Tribal people think seven generations ahead. With this in mind, the Tribe’s Nutrition Program has recently started using new recycle bins and compostable silverware for all catering functions going forward. The new test recycle bins have been placed at the Elders Activity Center during lunchtime to determine the best …

this wasn't even close to being 'Good for Oregon,' " Martin said. "It was going to be good for them and bad for the state. "Shifting gaming dollars from the certainty of what we have now, governmental programs that provide for public good to gaming dollars for a smaller amount to Oregon and a greater amount in terms of private profits for them, just doesn't make sense. "The Oregon electorate is once again refusing to be fooled or tricked by the vague promises of two wealthy gentlemen from Lake …

work with kids and parents,” he said. “We help kids and parents work on their relationship and also with social skill training. For example, we show a parent how to acknowledge their child’s feelings and also help the child with their coping skills.” Doar said that some of the best aspects of the program are being able to offer children an opportunity to express themselves in healthier ways, as well as helping them discover new and more positive ways to solve problems. “We are fortunate to have …

and opportunities for healing and networking for veterans. To help in that effort, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde held a pre-summit workshop on Thursday, July 9, in the Tribal Community Center to brief other Pacific Northwest Tribes on its agreement with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that allows it to serve Native veterans through the Tribal health clinic. Health care for Native veterans living in rural areas or in areas of the country without a Veterans Affairs hospital is problematic at best …

Tribal Government & News Reibach wins best video performance at Native American Music Awards 10.17.2017 Dean Rhodes Tribal Employees Tribal member Jan Looking Wolf Reibach ended his six-year drought at the 17 th annual Native American Music Awards on Saturday, Oct. 14, when he won the award for best performance in a music video for his song “Ascension.” Reibach won over some tough competition in the category, including Josh Halverson, a Mdewankanton Tribal member who was a finalist …

Culture Yesteryears -- Oct. 15, 2013 10.14.2013 Michelle Alaimo History 2008 - Tribal member Jan Michael Looking Wolf Reibach was selected by both the Indian Summer Music Awards and the Native American Music Awards as the best Native Flutist of the Year. He became the only Native American flutist to win both prestigious awards in the same year. 2003 - Families have been moving into the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde's new housing development, Chxi Musam Illihi, a 36-unit housing complex …