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, said Confluence Project Executive Director Colin Fogarty. The Sandy River Delta, acquired in 1991 at the mouth of the Sandy River as it enters the Columbia River, is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. The 1,500-acre natural area provides numerous recreational options to the public, including hiking, biking, fishing and horseback riding. In 2013, a dike was removed from the main channel of the Sandy River to restore the former channel, which provides opportunities for improving salmon …

will no longer be allowed in the casino except in designated areas. “Our plan is to stay nonsmoking so the need for separate table games in a nonsmoking area has been reduced,” Spirit Mountain Casino General Manager Bruce Thomas said. “We will redesign the area and make it into a $5 (table) to go after five dollar business that is very popular.” Additionally, the Stadium Bar, which currently has one serving window is being expanded to three windows, tripling its food and beverage service area …

to execute the licensing agreement with the company. In other action, Tribal Council: Approved applying for a $2 million Indian Health Service Small Ambulatory Program grant that would be used to expand the Great Circle Recovery medication-assisted treatment opioid clinic in Salem by renovating the 5,293-square-foot second floor into usable space; Reappointed Ralph Baker and Steve Nuttall to serve on the Grand Ronde Gaming Commission with terms expiring in June 2025. Tribal Council also approved a new …

many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also was generous with giving to many charities, especially Catholic causes. While in Grand Ronde, Kathy was involved in the Food Bank and Clothes Closet among other volunteer opportunities. A Rosary will be held at 10:30 a.m. followed by the service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Grand Ronde. Burial and reception will follow. A viewing will be held at Dallas Mortuary from noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 …

service between Lincoln City, Grand Ronde and Salem through June 2025; Approved applying for a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service that would increase the amount of high quality, nutritious and traditional foods for Tribal members in the community; Approved applying for a $373,250 grant from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Administration on Aging, to increase the availability of nutritious and traditional foods for Tribal Elders …

of the best our country has to offer,” said Richie Lay, a Purple Heart recipient and chairman of the National Purple Heart Honor Mission. “America’s Purple Heart veterans have given so much to defend freedom and that sacrifice must always be remembered. These brave men and women are true American heroes. We are privileged to be able to provide this unique salute to service for our Purple Heart heroes.” This year’s Patriot Project honorees included Purple Heart recipients from World War II …

computer games and sewing. Altering clothes was a specialty of hers. She also enjoyed crafts and hand work of all kinds. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chet and Hazel Adams; her brother, Darrell Adams; and her ex-husband, David Hamilton. She is survived by her daughter, Tara Hamilton; brother, Bill Adams (Janet); and sister-in-law, Pat Adams. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. There will not be a service. The family suggests donations be made …

administrator since late 2022. “We want good customer service on the employee side and the Tribal member side, and efficient, timely claims processing,” he said. Harvey added that with 7,000 people covered on both the employee and Tribal member plans, the Tribe will remain involved with Shasta during the transition. “The Tribe is interested in the successful administration of claims under our plans and will be involved until we have transitioned to a new TPA,” she said. “They (Shasta) have caught …

“Remember Me, America,” by Memorial Day ceremony fixture Bud Abbott, who walked on in 2019. The keynote speaker was Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Tribal Veteran Coordinator Jon R. Taylor. “It is my sincere honor and privilege to be here today among so many fellow veterans, family, friends and Tribal Elders as we gather to honor the tremendous and unforgotten sacrifices of our nation’s fallen heroes,” he said. “As veterans and service members, we walk in the footsteps and stand …

flying debris. Children are at the highest risk of injury, so please keep a close eye on kids and restrict the type of fireworks they are allowed to use.” The National Weather Service said on its website that projected weather models were continuing to show disagreement about the extent of the heat wave, with predictions for temperatures reaching 105 or higher in Salem ranging from 35% to 75%. Overnight temperatures are expected to remain high as well, making it harder for people to recover from …