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father. They took two vehicles to accommodate the large amount of donations that Grand Ronde Tribal members sent with them. Kneeland said all three wished to thank the Grand Ronde membership for their generous contributions of blankets, clothes, money and first aid supplies. He said one of the most amazing things about the Standing Rock camps was how representative they were that the old ways still have a place in the modern world. “We can go back to the old way of living, that simple way …

as the Tribe of Portland and recognized us as valuable business partners. “We admired her ability to advance social and economic development in the Portland area and saw her as being a leader who could champion even the most challenging issues. She was a staunch advocate for the city of Portland and its people. She will be missed tremendously and her legacy will continue to live on through those that knew her and through the great city Portland has become.” The meeting can be viewed by visiting …

. There are nine federally recognized tribes in Oregon. The history of our peoples, who have lived in Oregon since time immemorial, is significant for all Oregonians but today is either ignored or poorly described in our schools. Most Oregon students learn more about the Sioux and Apaches than they do about the Umpqua, Molalla, Rogue River, Kalapuya or Chasta. Senate Bill 13 is an investment in Native American communities. The nine tribes in Oregon have invested in local schools and we are still living …

definition of “federal recognition.” “The ROD most conspicuously fails to reckon in any serious way with the 2005 proceedings before the National Indian Gaming Commission in this very case with respect to this very parcel,” Robbins said. “In seeking a so-called restored lands exception to IGRA (Indian Gaming Regulatory Act), the Cowlitz admitted and the NIGC determined that any recognition or jurisdiction for the Cowlitz was terminated as of 1934 and had been throughout the entire 20 th century …

if members want to follow or ignore the appellate court decision. People spoke from the floor of the meeting asking for the same thing. Our membership did not get a chance to speak on this most important matter. It is all settled now, and the family is re-instated. Our ancestors of old were territorial. They said loud and clear under oath who did and who did not belong to their Tribe at the Applegate hearings. One of our earliest constitutions from the 1930s said you could be any Indian …

Culture Walking On - Richard Ray and Ethel Towers 04.25.2016 Dean Rhodes Walking On Richard Dorland “Mushy” Ray June 23, 1947 – April 11, 2016 Tribal Elder Richard Dorland “Mushy” Ray, 68, was born June 23, 1947, at the hospital in McMinnville, Ore., and passed away at Willamette Valley Medical Center in McMinnville on April 11, 2016, after being ill for a short time with cancer. Mushy Ray lived in Willamina, Ore., most of his life after moving from Crescent City, Calif., where he lived …

section of the pit, ensure the games are run properly and the dealers are following all policies and procedures. He also addresses any issues on the game, as well as tracking the guest play and ensuring the integrity of the game at all times, to name a few. Menning was nominated for his positive attitude and willingness to help others. “Larry’s leadership skills are above most,” Badran said. “He is respected by all who work above and below him. You can always count on Larry. He offers to help his …

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by Cheryle A. Kennedy, Denise Harvey, Jon A. George, Brenda Tuomi and Chris Mercier. It is my firm belief that the parent on the roll requirement needs to be readdressed as the next step before any other because most of those who are affected were born during the Termination years. According to information provided by the Enrollment Office during Tribal Council meetings, more individuals were affected by the parent on the roll requirement than any others that were created by the 1999 amendment …

was invited to join the Chemawa School Board. Providing mentorship and opportunities to students were among her most heartfelt accomplishments. Ellen unselfishly gave her time and energy to her Tribe (Grand Ronde Roll No. 13). Early on before the Grand Ronde Restoration Act was signed into law in 1983, Ellen served on the first Tribal Health Board and, with the help of many other key figures, assisted in securing federal contract health benefits for members and descendants. Her service continued when …