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Culture Yesteryears -- Dec. 1, 2015 11.30.2015 Dean Rhodes History 2010 – The Health & Wellness Clinic scheduled an open house to show off its $2.25 million renovation. The clinic was larger by 4,000 square feet, which added six more work stations in the Dental Clinic. In addition, a new metal roof was installed and the Pharmacy moved and doubled in space. 2005 – The Tribe celebrated its 22 nd year of Restoration in the bingo hall at Spirit Mountain Casino. The event included Tribal member …

Tribal Government & News Tribal Council approves purchase of six acres in Grand Ronde 10.27.2021 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor Tribal Council approved the purchase of six acres in Grand Ronde that used to be part of the Tribe’s original Reservation during its Wednesday, Oct. 27, meeting. The Walton property is located southeast of the Grand Ronde Fire Station off Grand Ronde Road. It was part of the original Richard Cook allotment and adjacent to property …

and then was approved 33-25 by the state House of Representatives on June 29. Karen Quigley, executive director of the state Legislative Commission on Indian Services, said that a signing ceremony for the bill will be held later in July. "The commission plans to host a small, informal reception after the signing," she said. "Congratulations to all who worked so hard on the passage of this significant legislation." The bill clarifies Tribal law enforcement capability on and off Tribal lands …

of years," said Bobb. Three years ago, when local fighters trained at Willamina High School in off hours, the team took fighters to the Roseland Theater to fight in Portland. "Paul Hasslen had his first fight there, and it started growing," said Bobb. Willamina Middle School wrestling coach Ray Carpenter, himself a state champion wrestler from Willamina, trained Hasslen. Now, to start off his professional promoting career, Bobb has set up a match at his old stomping grounds, Willamina High School …

Director Kelly Rowe and the announcement of Elders Committee election results. The Jan. 15 weather forecast is much more inviting with rain and highs in the mid-40s and low temperatures staying above freezing. Conditions in Grand Ronde on Monday, Jan. 9, were still cold with snow covering the ground and slush covering the roadways. A Willamina School District bus slid off Highway 18 just east of Spirit Mountain Casino in the pre-sunrise hours. However, no children were injured. The next General …

and potentially final term on Tribal Council and will tie former Chairman Reyn Leno for second longest-serving Tribal member at the conclusion of his term in September 2026 if he is elected again. “Yes, probably,” Mercier said in an e-mail to Smoke Signals . “I’ve gone back and forth on it all year. A few months ago, I’d have told you my chances were 50/50 of running again. There are a few things, like enrollment and the problems caused by the ’99 amendment, that I’d like to see through …

and economic development for Tribal communities. “I’m looking forward to this opportunity a lot,” he said. “I never had a political leaning or saw myself in that position, but I have a passion to help Native people any way I can. I want to represent the Tribe and the Pacific Northwest the best I can.” The Grand Ronde Tribe established the Mark O. Hatfield Fellowship in 1998 as a tribute to his accomplishments as Oregon governor and representing Oregon in the U.S. Senate. The Community Fund …

Summer Music Awards to be held in Milwaukee, Wis., in September. The awards were designed to honor the best Native American music that had been released nationwide. Reibach’s “Native Blues” album was nominated in the blues category and his “One Heart, One Spirit” album was nominated in the flute category. “My music has evolved into something unique,” he said. 1999 – The Tribe signed an agreement with the U.S. Forest Service as a first step toward coordinating management of 6,600 acres of national …

that lawsuit because it would cut off public access to the falls for fishing. PGE argues that it must obtain title to the property for safety reasons and that it would grant a “perpetual cultural practices easement to facilitate safe and equitable access for all Tribes with cultural ties to the falls.” The Tribe has intervened in the lawsuit, claiming that PGE is acting in bad faith and has produced almost no evidence of its alleged safety concerns. It noted to the court that PGE made no effort …

Highway. Domestic assault reported in the 28400 block of McPherson Road. Restraining order violation arrest occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Methamphetamine arrest occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Monday, June 14 Attempt to locate a hit-and-run suspect vehicle occurred in the area of milepost 25 on Highway 99. Traffic assist occurred in the area of milepost 29 on Highway 18. Shots heard in the area of Blacktail Drive and Blue Jay Court. Assist outside agency …