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shows several flyers posted on telephone poles of missing Indigenous women from all across Washington state. “We have a high record of non-Native men assaulting Native women,” a speaker says. To one woman in the documentary, these cases of murdered and missing women is considered genocide and it must be acknowledged. To combat it, Native communities are seen gathering with posters of their missing relatives and marching in cities. You can watch the “Missing from Fire Trail Road” trailer …

, moderate and light, with corresponding fitness tests for each one. Light duty is a one mile walk over level terrain in less than 16 minutes. Moderate duty is two miles over level terrain in less than 30 minutes wearing a 25-pound pack. Arduous duty is a three-mile walk over level terrain in less than 45 minutes wearing a 45-pound pack. Additionally, arduous duty firefighting positions require a thorough Department of Interior medical exam and qualification certificate before one can participate …

) Coordinator Francene Ambrose said, “We have seen a decrease in food available from Marion-Polk Food Share, from the grocery stores and no money donations for food purchases…We went from three pallets of food per week to one pallet per week.” The food bank fiscal year ended Monday, June 30, and the new budget began Tuesday, July 1. Ambrose said the pantry can use donations of proteins such as canned tuna, peanut butter, meats in a can and easy to prepare shelf-stable meals. GrandShermina Food Bank …

the enrollment of one infant 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: …

Country, both in Oregon and nationally. 2005 — Grand Ronde was the only Tribe from Oregon to participate in the 2005 Paddle to Elwha Canoe Journey, then known as the “Healing and Unity Journey,” hosted by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. It was Grand Ronde’s first Canoe Journey. Three Chinook Tribal members journeyed with the Tribe. 2000 — The Tribe dedicated its Elder housing development, marking the accomplishment of one the goals of the first Tribal Council after Restoration; building affordable …

and singing. One vendor interviewed said she joined this event because it brings Indigenous people and their culture together. She also likes the questions she gets from visitors, learning about Indigenous histories and the Indigenous culture still present today. This year, another Indigenous Peoples Day event was held at the Salem State Capitol Mall Park Monday, Oct. 13. Other local events included an Indigenous Peoples Day celebration at Clackamas Community College Sunday, Oct. 12, at which …

the ones we love don’t despair or hurt themselves, because we love them, and we don’t want them gone,” 15-year-old Tribal youth Satara Blanchard said. Despite the forecast, the weather remained dry for the duration of the event. Speakers for the event talked about their own struggles and the importance of talking openly about concerns. “Talk saves lives,” Vuong Tran, board chair of the Oregon Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, told the crowd. It’s also the name of one …

budget presentation ran approximately one hour and 45 minutes, which included a 25-minute break for lunch, and he fielded 22 questions and comments regarding next year’s Tribal spending plan. Tribal members interested in obtaining the slides of Leno’s presentation should contact Tribal Council Chief of Staff Stacia Hernandez at stacia.martin@grandronde.org or call 503-879-2304. The November Tilixam Wawa also features a detailed look at the 2026 draft budget and adult Tribal members have until 5 …

Culture Tribal artist honored 01.12.2026 Nicole Montesano Art Tribal Cultural Advisor and artist Bobby Mercier has been selected to receive a Persona Art Honors award by the curatorial board of the Contemporary Art Station in Barcelona, Spain. (Contributed photo) By Nicole Montesano Smoke Signals staff writer Tribal artist Bobby Mercier has been selected to receive a Persona Art Honors award by the curatorial board of the Contemporary Art Station. He is one of 50 artists selected by the board …

use fee and Tribal members do not pay a fee. Another area that the program has worked on during the past year includes the Nature Playground on the Tribal campus across the street from the Elders Activity Center. Additionally, Parks and Recreation works with is the summer youth crew. “This is one of those programs that really creates a lot of opportunity,” Drake said. “They can work on the youth crew, build trails, work on team building and they can transition right into our fire program (at 18 …