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of presidents, Ronald Reagan was named as one of the great presidents, but he was not for Indian Country and the same kind of reducing of budgets and services, and looking at means testing and questioning who was a Native American, that all went on in the ’80s. “We, as Tribes, are resilient and we’re spiritual people, so we often call on our Creator to help us. Today, we are at a much different place, I believe, in that it started with the executive orders. I believe that time will tell.” Kennedy said …

, Siletz and Wallowa, and events out of state such as Albuquerque, N.M., and many more. He participated in some, carrying the Veterans Affairs flags onto the dance floor. Don also took pleasure in walking on the beaches of Oregon, particularly in Florence, Winchester Bay and Newport, where he would watch the boats coming in and out of the bays and over the bar. Sports also held a special place in Don’s heart. He was an avid fan of the Portland Trail Blazers basketball team and enjoyed watching football …

dementia attached, we can start early intervention and early treatments,” she said. “Even though there is no cure for dementia, you can certainly do things to improve (outcomes) and then have family conversations. … You can start getting a plan (in place) to keep you independent as long as possible.” In addition to providing educational materials and resources, Worthington said her lived experience caring for family members with dementia helps her relate to struggles caregivers face. “Basically, I …

years of age on Nov. 15 had until Monday, Oct. 17, to register to vote in the election. Tribal members who did not specifically register to vote in the election will not be eligible to vote. For the amendment to change the Tribal Constitution, at least 30 percent of registered Tribal members - 439 -- must cast ballots and at least two-thirds of those voting have to approve it. Ballots are scheduled to be sent out Wednesday, Oct. 26, to all eligible registered voters. The ballots must be returned …

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Tribal Government & News State reaffirms Grand Ronde fishing platform decision 11.28.2018 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council , Culture , Natural Resources , State Government SALEM – Oregon Department of State Lands Director Vicki Walker reaffirmed her decision to allow the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde to erect and use a fishing platform at Willamette Falls on Monday, Nov. 26. Walker originally granted permission to the Grand Ronde Tribe on Aug. 31, but the Umatilla, Yakama and Warm Springs …

ranging from preschool through fifth grade on Friday, Feb. 23,and Monday, Feb. 26. The program was started to give local students and community members an opportunity to learn more about culturally significant plants such as camas, onion, milkweed and tarweed. Children also had an opportunity to inspect dogwood and ninebark cuttings, which were traditionally used to make tools and basketry. “Part of what Grand Ronde is doing as a part of the Plants for People program is to show the kids Native plants …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Police Log -- Feb. 26-March 4 03.14.2018 Dean Rhodes Public Safety Monday, Feb. 26 No calls for service. Tuesday, Feb. 27 Assist outside agency on Southwest Hill Drive in Willamina. Assist outside agency on Southwest Hill Drive in Willamina. Assist outside agency with a reported armed robbery in the 25000 block of Yamhill River Road. Wednesday, Feb. 28 Suspicious activity reported in the 28000 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency in the 9700 …

Soderberg, to boarding school in Mount Angel, which is where he met his wife of 61 years, Kathy Patricia Hauth. They wed on Oct. 20, 1956. They had three sons, 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Soderberg served in the Navy from 1951-54 during the Korean War era on two different ships in the Caribbean Sea. After being discharged, he worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 26 years and then had several businesses that involved sales. Soderberg said a discussion he had with key …

. Was a false alarm due to a prescription issue. Wednesday, Jan. 25 Disturbance call at Spirit Mountain Casino. Officers responded and assisted. 911 hang-up on Grand Ronde Road due to a technical issue. Residents were OK and did not dial 911. Thursday, Jan. 26 Citizen contact: A man contacted police because he was lost. Police assisted with getting him to his location. Wildlife complaint received from Natural Resources. Police investigating. Friday, Jan. 27 Child abuse complaint investigated by police …