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three-minute opening statements, each candidate had two minutes to answer about 15 previously submitted questions from the membership. Questions covered a wide range of topics, including candidates’ best previous contribution while serving on council, board and committees each candidate currently serves on, the Tribal Council role in building back traditions, the most important component of the Tribal Council oath of office, support for Tribal Council term limits, thoughts about disenrollment …

by attorneys, Fasana said. CASA volunteers serve as secondary advocates for these children; first ensuring the cultural connection and, more generally, being a voice for the child's best interest. "How I view CASA," said Kristi Petite, Foster Care supervisor, "is as another caring adult in a child's life. Kids in foster care need as many supportive people in their lives as they can have. CASA volunteers bring a fresh perspective about how to meet those needs." The Tribe's Indian Child Welfare …

the grant will bring the number served up to more than a 100. "There are so many people who need help in our communities right now because of the slow economic recovery," said George. "It is good for our Tribe to be able to help our neighbors by partnering with non-profit groups that provide such needed services to families." A $5,000 grant will help Eugene-based Downtown Languages, a GED readiness program, reach as many as 45 students through June 2012, more than double the 20 it has been reaching …

with ceremonial deer meat, boiled lamprey, ceremonial elk stew and fry bread. "You have people sit down and their food is there," Logan said. "Honoring the food, letting people sit down, taking the time to feel good and respecting the food the way it needs to be respected." That was the first lesson taught at the First Foods Celebration held Saturday, March 19, in the Tribal Community Center, which drew more than 50 attendees this year. "Lining up for food is what we learned in the Depression," said Logan …

ago to settle down for good. In the 1990s, she returned to honor the death of her grandmother, Elder Blanche Lillard. More recently, however, "My health was so bad," Veronica says, "I thought I was going to pass away, and wanted to go home." Still, with heads full of bad thoughts for the other, it was a few years here in Grand Ronde before the two reconciled this summer. "I went out and purchased a stuffed bear and flowers for her," says Veronica. "She was asleep, but I left a note. (I wrote …

Jessup Jong, a South Korean native aspiring to study political science in college. He is the program lead this year. "It's work toward a cause I believe in," he said. "Increasing literacy in children." Jong works under faculty adviser John Glenski, who started this community program last year. "It's a real good thing both ways," said Glenski. "It's a chance for the students to be out in the community, and for the HeadStart students to get this encouragement to read at a young age." Of the three …

the premier gaming destination in Oregon. It has served this Tribe really well. “This is our first encounter with real competition so we thought it would be a good idea to do some soul searching for the Tribe in terms of services that we offer our membership. What would people like to see if we start feeling the impacts adversely and we are looking at cutting back on services?” Tribal lobbyist Justin Martin has estimated that the opening of the Cowlitz casino would cost the Grand Ronde Tribe as much …

that his current staff of six is crucial to TERO’s accomplishments. “Each of the staff members plays a significant role,” he said. Following his presentation, Reibach fielded 14 questions and comments from the audience. Tribal member and Firefighter/EMT Kaylene Berry thanked Reibach and the TERO staff for their help in assisting her with training. “Without you guys, I wouldn’t be where I am today,” she said. “You are so helpful and I know it’s awesome what you guys are doing and I would like …

occurred on Highway 18 near milepost 26. A traffic assist occurred on Hebo Road near milepost 19. Officers assisted an outside agency on a reported prowler in the 70000 block of Alvord Alley Road. A driving complaint was reported on Highway 22 near milepost 2. Citizen contact occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Found property was reported in the 8500 block of Grand Ronde Road. Wednesday, Nov. 8 Warrant service occurred in the area of Blacktail Drive. A driving complaint …

programs within the department, various projects and future plans. “It’s good to revisit and take the time to look at Cultural Resources,” Harrelson said. “The mission of our department is to support a healthy community by facilitating dialogue, maintaining continuity and providing protection of Tribal lifeways for the benefit of future generations.” Cultural Resources programs include cultural collections, interpretation, visitor services, historical preservation, archeology and research, and cultural …