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managed by the Tribal Natural Resources Department; And approved the enrollment of three infants into the Tribe because they meet the requirements under the Tribal Constitution and Enrollment Ordinance. To watch the entire meeting, visit the Tribal government’s website at www.grandronde.org and click on the Videos tab. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

seven infants into the Tribe because they meet the requirements under the Tribal Constitution and Enrollment Ordinance. Tribal Council also set the agenda for the next General Council meeting. It will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, in Tribal Council Chambers and via Zoom, and will include a report about the Tribe’s investment accounts in executive session. To watch the entire meeting, visit www.grandronde.org and click on the Videos tab. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link …

said. “I want people to know that council is monitoring this and preparing for worst-case scenarios. I’m glad it wasn’t what we thought it was but we don’t want to be caught off guard if the worst-case scenario breaks out.” See the story on smokesignals.org about the campus lockdown for more information. To watch the entire meeting, visit www.grandronde.org and click on the Videos tab. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates …

, during a question-and-answer session, said that many Tribes are not adept at capturing their own money through purchasing from Native-owned companies and have yet to create their own financial infrastructure that would foster reservation-based, locally-owned economies. Pratte agreed. "We (Native Tribes) are hemorrhaging money every day outside of our borders," she said, suggesting that Tribes look for ways to foster economic development on their lands. She cited establishment of free trade zones …

, the Portland Harbor Partnership affair had "greeters, free drinks. It was catered, professionally videotaped with two cameras, surrounded by professionally made backdrops with the message: 'Tell us your Willamette story.' " "The Portland Harbor was not mentioned," the Tribal member, who asked not to be identified, recalls. "There was no discussion of the risk presented by the harbor's contamination. One academic said that the way to reduce the risk of ingesting toxins was to cut the fat off …

to help everyone the same, and many Tribal members really rely on this Tribal supplement for paying bills, paying for child care, paying out-of-pocket medical expenses and general living expenses. The issue of 25 percent per capita, or the issue of per capita payments in general, tends to focus on members' desire for increased "welfare assistance" or "free money," associated with greed and lack of appreciation for what they're getting. This cannot be further from the truth. This benefit, as well …

member from office through recall. Sheker did not attend the May 2 meeting, out on personal leave, Tribal Council Secretary Jack Giffen Jr. said. Her absence was not excused by Tribal Council. The new operating procedures reflect Tribal Council's commitment to maintaining a drug-free workplace and community, Tribal Attorney Rob Greene said at the May 1 Legislative Action Committee meeting. Sheker, who is in the final year of a third three-year term on Tribal Council, was arrested April 24 after …

was a tumultuous time. There was racial conflict, the start of the drug culture, free love and anti-war protests that infested this entire nation, but we answered a call to service like so many men and women throughout history have answered to put our lives on the line in a hot, humid, steamy little country half a world away for a cause and belief that we were bettering people's lives." Tribal Council Secretary Jack Giffen Jr. encouraged audience members to take the Memorial Day celebration one step …

the few short weeks she has been here getting to know the patients and their needs. She says she looks at their diets and has been going through every patient chart to ensure everything is in order. “It’s all about the individual here,” says Poage. “There is a lot of individualized care.” Poage says the Tribe has taken the concept of individualized patient care one step further here. “We’re connected to the Elders’ Center so patients are free to go over there and that’s a great outing,” says Poage …

and listening sessions. Spirit Mountain Stampede The Spirit Mountain Stampede also kicks off this July and will be taking place July 19-20 at the Rodeo Grounds. Tickets will be on sale soon and are $10 for adults and $5 for children (children under 4 are free). The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Annual Contest Powwow The annual Contest Powwow will take place at Uyxat Powwow Grounds on Aug. 15-17. The powwow will once again have a number of categories and specials for our dancers and will have …