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in these areas. We will hope for the best and prepare for the worst.” Tribe offers defensible space assessments to help prepare By Nicole Montesano Smoke Signals staff writer The Oregon Fire Marshal’s office conducts defensible space assessments for property owners and this year, the Grand Ronde Tribe is offering a defensible space program as well. Tribal Resilience Officer Kaylene Barry said the Tribe’s Emergency Services Department offers free assessments for homes and properties, and mitigation …

juvenile migration at Fall Creek, the corps' data showed roughly a tenfold increase in the adult salmon that later returned to Fall Creek. That is incredibly encouraging news and we can build on that – we absolutely have to. The corps studies also indicate a 98 to 99% survival rate for those out-migrating Chinook juveniles at Fall Creek during the 2015 deep drawdown.” She added that “on the nearby Clackamas River basin, salmon and steelhead have more free movement through the dam systems …

:30. There was also a gluten-free selection offered. The Grand Ronde Canoe Family drummed and sang a meal song and enjoyed a jam session before the event started. Senior Miss Grand Ronde Marie Quenelle, 15, left, hands Nova King, 7, a bag of raffle prizes as her grandfather, Tribal member Barry Larsen, looks on during the Tribe’s 42 nd Restoration Celebration at Spirit Mountain Casino’s Event Center Friday, Nov. 21. (Photo by Michelle Alaimo) Kennedy told the assembled Tribal members that she …

, to reclaim our culture, to reclaim our traditional foods.” However, Bean said, “Indian Country is grappling … against the so-called sweepstakes gaming, which is actually just another form of illegal gambling, dressed up as free mobile gaming. More than 25 states are now enforcing or pursuing legal action against those illegal sweepstakes companies.” Tribal Elder Denise Harvey, currently serving as the treasurer of the Indian Gaming Association, said, “It’s been going on for a while and we’ve been …

independently. We will continue to attend the monthly resident meetings and provide support and care to those in need. Please feel free to reach out to any Elder Board member with any concerns or issues.” The statement noted that the current Elder Board members are Chair Darlene Aaron, Vice Chair Annabelle Layman, Secretary Pamala Warren-Chase, Melody Wright, Claudia Leno and Kim Contreras. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates …

website is jimpetitneedsyourhelp.com. Our goal is to have every American Indian between 18 and 60 years get swabbed. And even if you are not a match for me, your stem cell data will be in the bank and sometime in the future that could save the life of a child or adult who has American Indian blood. Thank you so much for any help you can offer. I wish blessings for you and your people. James Petit petit77@earthlink.net Montreal, Canada Dear Tribal members: Ballots for the upcoming Grand Ronde …

and Willamina High School senior Miguel Alvarado opened the meeting with cultural drumming and singing. The meeting, in its entirety, can be viewed on the Tribal website, www.grandronde.org , under the News tab and then click on the Video link. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

and Enrollment Ordinance. Culture Department employees Bobby Mercier, Jordan Mercier, Brian Krehbiel and Travis Stewart joined Tribal Council member Jon A. George, Ceded Lands Manager Michael Karnosh and Public Affairs Administrative Assistant Chelsea Clark in performing the cultural drumming and singing to open the meeting. The meeting, in its entirety, can be viewed on the Tribal website, www.grandronde.org , by clicking on the News tab and then Video. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link …

they had for Tribal member jobs and what they thought of a current lawsuit involving a Tribal employee suing a member of the Tribe. Audio Visual Network Technician Wendell Olson and his son, summer intern Jacob Olson, taped the event for broadcast on the Tribe’s website, where it can be viewed at www.grandronde.org under the Video tab. Many viewers watched the broadcast live. The eight Tribal members running for Tribal Council include incumbents Cheryle A. Kennedy and Jon A. George. Challengers …

management company that funds the project and recovers its investment by selling credits to companies that are potentially responsible for contamination in the Portland Harbor. A company's credits can be used to reduce its liability for the cost of cleanup and restoration. With enough credits, these companies can reduce their liability to nothing, said Karnosh. Wildlands "focuses on creating open market solutions that protect our environment," according to the company website. Through in-house …