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$613,918. This will bring overall giving to $84.2 million. To help the nonprofits hit hardest by COVID-19, the Community Fund is also in the process of implementing a rapid response fund to provide additional monies to mental health, social and emotional service groups, food banks and those who serve populations in rural communities, among others. It will be in a pilot phase the first quarter, and Cherry is in the process of reviewing active applications through a collaborative project …

Coordinator Jim Holmes was one of a handful of employees whose work dictated that they mostly remain on site rather than work remotely during the partial closure that began in mid-March. “I’m excited to see a lot of my co-workers back and I hope that functions like the employee recognition celebration can (still) find a way to honor the many years of service that people have put in,” he said. Holmes said he was happy to see the gym available once again for employee use. “I’ve been doing my best …

checked out most of them,” Fry said. “We offered a paper packet version to families who requested them. Some families live too far out to receive adequate Internet service, although we have been working with some providers in our area to improve that. We are also working to set up some dedicated areas in our schools for families to access the district Wi-Fi.” The district also is reaching out to families who did not participate much in distance learning during the spring, and also offering parent …

of qualified loan you can get for Trust lands,” Dugger said. “It’s open to any Tribal member that has the ability to get a mortgage and finance a home.” The next step in the process is to put out a service request for proposals, seeking a company that will guide potential homebuyers through the entire process. “They would do everything from helping find a lender and assisting buyers with fixing their credit to the purchase of a home,” Leno said. “We want them to be the main point of contact, so we …

grandfathers, Edward Taylor and Charles “Chuck” Taylor. There is a hole in the hearts of those who were blessed to know them. Fly high, our angel, you will never be forgotten. To leave a memory for the family, visit keithandkeith.com. John Patrick Pool Dec. 29, 1967 – Sept. 23, 2020 John Patrick Pool, 52, of Athens, Ala., died Wednesday, Sept. 23, at Huntsville Hospital. A memorial service will be held later. Spry Funeral Home is assisting the family. Mr. Pool was born Dec. 29, 1967, in Las Vegas, Nev. He …

approved for naming by the U.S. Geological Service, and included words from three different Indigenous languages, which received broad local support and participation. The process was hailed as a success story among naming efforts nationally and served as an example of how Tribes can be engaged and represented. The presentation will provide an overview of Marys Peak and the 10 creeks through narrative, maps, photos and a video, followed by a moderated discussion panel. The Tribe has been hosting …

 The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde is preparing to open two medication-assisted treatment facilities this year, the first Tribally owned and operated programs in the state to combat opioid addiction. In December, Portland resident Jennifer Worth was hired as the Operations Director for both clinics. “I’m really excited just to be able to be of service to the community and helping others,” Worth says. “What is really exciting about these clinics is that we will also be able to offer spiritual …

. “As a Tribal Leader, I have dedicated my life’s work to the health and well-being of our people,” she said. “I hope that my service on the state’s Oversight and Accountability Council can bring insight into how historical trauma, poverty, discrimination and racism can contribute to the increased risk of addiction among Native Americans.” McKnight said he feels that having Kennedy on the oversight council will be beneficial, although he laments that the Tribe was not involved sooner in the process …

, to fund continued one-day dental and medical clinics in the Portland area. Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center & Foundation of Washington County, $50,000, to fund its COVID-19 response team throughout its service area, which also includes Yamhill County. Rapid response grants of $10,000 each were given to: Family Building Blocks of Marion County for COVID/wildfire relief. Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County for wildfire relief. Lines for Life of Clackamas County for COVID/wildfire relief …

to live and I liked it that way.” Kathy says having her father live so close provides much more opportunity to visit with family, and comfort in knowing he is safe. “I like that he is close by now and not four hours away in a rural area without cell service,” Kathy says. “I can come by and visit every day now.” She also reads to the residents on a weekly basis. Since the pandemic hit last year, these sessions have taken place outdoors on the covered porch area. “It gets a little cold sometimes …