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, regardless of the challenge or disruption,” he said. “For these reasons, Brandy Bishop exemplifies the very best qualities of an emergency management professional. She has elevated the standard of preparedness, created a culture of learning within her Tribe and extended her leadership to strengthen others across Oregon.” Bishop, 43, is a Tribal member and has served as the Tribe’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator since 2017. “I personally like to stay behind the scenes and try to go unnoticed …

said. “There are some incredible projects in motion with so much progress being made and good things to come. The Tribe has always been at our best when we work closely together in solidarity. The energy of this movement is amazing. With the leadership of Tribal Council, EcDev is collaborating with Finance, Engineering and Planning, Lands, Natural Resources Department, Spirit Mountain Casino, Tribal Attorney’s Office, TERO and many other areas to strengthen and diversify our economy.” He added …

looks at the decimation of Oregon’s Native Tribes and illuminates a chapter of history that is rarely talked about,” says the program’s pre-release materials. “All we do is documentaries about people or events in Oregon history.” Cain said during a telephone interview from his office in Portland. He has received two regional Emmy Awards for best director and two regional Emmys for best documentary. Cain said he would often see Native Americans mentioned in the news because of water rights …

combines classroom learning with real-world experiences, such as controlled burns of empty buildings to teach critical lifesaving skills. Next month, Barry will begin her emergency medical technician certification while Bishop is in the process of earning her bachelor’s degree in emergency management. “It has been a challenge, but also an awesome experience,” Barry says. “People really care and are out to teach us the best they can. The physical aspect can be challenging, but I also enjoy figuring …

unemployment rate, and international events, such as the European debt crises and unrest in the Middle East, continue to affect casino operations as guests concerned about the fluctuating stock market and gas prices are spending the same amount of money per visit at Spirit Mountain, but are reducing the number of trips they make to Grand Ronde. Comparing numbers from August 2010 and August 2011, net revenues and profit at Spirit Mountain are almost identical, as is the dividend that Spirit …

and Native American organizations. Karen and Jimi adopted Arthur Kalif Simmons (Hualapai) and Jay Ghost Simmons (Oglala/Lakota) and built a home in Los Altos, Calif., always trying to get three lives out of one. Jimi worked as a journeyman operating engineer. He loved construction. Jimi volunteered to stay home with the boys while Karen went to law school. Never forgetting those behind the walls, Jimi Simmons went to California and Washington prisons to visit Indian inmates and advocated …

your journey wondering why you left. "Standing at the top of the mountain and looking down that trail I can see this demon and identify it, because it has been with my family forever. It ate my mother, my aunt and now it seeks my children. But now I know your name and will fight you again as I climb the mountain to that well-traveled trail that is true." His life was celebrated and will continue to be remembered by family and friends forever. To leave private online condolences, visit …

to follow up on 2 percent to 3 percent of the calls to see how successful referrals have been. Specialists go through an "intensive, several-week training program before they handle calls," said Communications Director Matt Kinshella. Calls from across the state come to the Portland call center. It is set up with a phone bank for 10 to 15 Community Information specialists at a time, though about five were on the phone during a recent visit to the center. About half of Oregon calls to 211 …

visit also gave the Justice Department information they were looking for about the problem at the Grand Ronde Tribe. "We got a little bit," said Heywood. "(The Tribe) does not know anything about our compensation program. That's concerning. So, that's a potential training that we would want to offer." Responding to questions about Internet crimes against children, Heywood said, "We could connect with our partner DOJ Division that houses the Internet Crimes Against Children Unit to speak about …

the Oakland Raiders, but the rumor was that her brother and father made her be a fan of the team. A funeral Mass was held Thursday, June 12, at St. Philip Catholic Church in Dallas. Interment followed at Dallas Cemetery. Contributions are suggested to the Humane Society in care of Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center, which handled arrangements. To send an online condolence, visit www.dallastribute.com. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper …