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’s Cultural Resources Department and covered Native women in the fur trade, women weavers of clothes and baskets, women contributing to knowledge of Native language, Restoration efforts and “The Missing Generation,” which tells the story of Native women held in prison and mental institutions, some used like test animals for scientific research. 2007 – The Tribe’s Career Development Program was off to a good start helping find the right career paths for Tribal members. “The program …

off a list of threatened species in the near future. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced on Monday, Oct. 16, that the Nelson’s checker-mallow will be coming off the Endangered Species Act list 30 days after an upcoming notice appears in the Federal Register. In April 1995, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde signed an agreement with the Fish and Wildlife Service to continue upkeep of the plant that was found growing in the path of the planned Spirit Mountain Casino site. Although …

it was very good,” said VanAtta. “I don’t buy stuff that has words I can’t pronounce. If I can’t say it, I don’t want it.” VanAtta’s comments put a smile on Erickson’s face as she pointed out the list of ingredients on the can of pineapple was simply pineapple; nothing else. “I tried the pineapple, the corn, the coconut, the chicken salad and the strawberries,” said Elders Lead Cook Kevin Campbell. “They were good; really good. It was something I would eat. It’s remarkable.” Campbell said he …

. This will assist triage staff in providing the best care that day. After the patient has filled out the questionnaire and visited the triage nurse, he or she will be: Put into an urgent care doctor’s schedule, or Scheduled for an appointment with a primary care provider (PCP) or Referred to the appropriate level of care/emergency room. Patients arriving with chronic problems/issues will be scheduled for an appointment with their primary care provider after being screened by the nurse. Urgent Care hours …

, Native Americans, Oregonians and all Americans. The Hatfield Fellowship also is in memory of Susan Long, Hatfield's devoted assistant who epitomized the best in public service. The fellowship ensures that Hatfield's legacy of integrity, strength and effectiveness in public service endures. Each year, one Native American is selected to be the Hatfield Fellow and serve as a member of the staff of one of Oregon's representatives in Congress in Washington, D.C. The internship lasts for nine months …

is an awesome photographer. It really helps us.” Tom Opre said that he also shoots high definition film for several clients and that he takes Bynum on those outings as well. “Often while we are doing these shoots, they (his clients) would like to have professional still photography so we bring Tony on,” said Opre. “We are traveling around and we were just in France and Switzerland a couple of weeks ago. We were hunting mountain ibex. We’re hiking, climbing up mountains. We’re stopping off …

Health & Education By the books: Kathy Cole hired as new Tribal librarian 04.14.2020 Danielle Frost Education , Tribal employees Kathy Cole has been hired as the Tribe's new librarian, succeeding Marion Mercier in the position. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez/Smoke Signals) By Danielle Frost Smoke Signals staff writer A common piece of advice is to pick a career you love so that working is an enjoyable instead of depressing experience. For Tribal member and longtime Chinuk Wawa teacher Kathy …

at 503-879-3054 by Friday, June 1. Last year’s float, “Persistence of Culture,” won the Governor’s Award for the best depiction of life in Oregon. Will the casino sign up for another three-year sponsorship? “We’ll probably start those discussions soon after this year because there is still 1.5 years left on the contract,” Huffman says. “But it’s something we’re very happy with. You really couldn’t buy this much publicity for what we pay.” Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link …

terms. The vote was overwhelming for two-term limits, not the three-term limits we are currently voting upon. The fact that the General Council is again not being taken seriously is for me the bigger issue here. This is a very important election, so send in your registration form. Your vote will not count without it. Voting is your opportunity to make a difference; the Tribe needs you. Do not forget the 1999 amendment. If you are not happy with the results of this election, the possibility …

all over again during that visit,” Linda says. The two acknowledge that dating and finding lasting love as Elders is challenging, but not impossible. “It’s harder dating when you’re older,” Linda says. “I was so nervous about everything. I had been in relationships with abusers, so it was very important to me to find someone who didn’t use alcohol. Cecil didn’t drink so that made me happy. I did not want to deal with that and it seems like a lot of people just drink and don’t do anything else …