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on the McMinnville School District Board of Directors, with a Tribal Pendleton blanket to thank him for his years of public service. The entire meeting can be viewed by visiting the Tribal website at www.grandronde.org and clicking on the News tab and then Video. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

Gleason, Bill Gleason, Ronny Gleason and Darlene Gleason. His family eventually moved to Oregon. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of lance corporal. After returning from his service, he raised his daughters, Tonya Gleason-Shepek and Tisha Gleason Pellett in the Salem area. Finally settling in Eagle Creek, he raised his daughter Elsie Gleason. His greatest joys in life were spent with his daughters; granddaughters, Kryshanne Smith and Laycie …

of Boise, along with eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by a cousin, Donna Raatz of Winneconne, Wis. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lynn Berray, on Dec. 29, 2011. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 19, at the Grand Ronde Tribal Cemetery with a luncheon following at the Elders Activity Center. Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center is caring for the family. To leave a memory or message for the family, visit www.dallastribute.com . Share …

they win by gambling. The tax break costs the state almost $6 million a year, according to the Legislative Revenue Office. The state deduction resembles a similar incentive offered by the Internal Revenue Service. Tribal Council Vice Chair Chris Mercier, Tribal lobbyist Justin Martin and Spirit Mountain Casino General Manager Stan Dillon attended a House Revenue Committee hearing on Monday, May 13. “This is a very sharp impact on Indian Country,” Martin said. “The reality is the money from those …

since there is no set timeline for when water service will be restored. Warden, who owns property in eastern Oregon, said he will pick up the water filtration units and return them to Grand Ronde once they are no longer needed. Includes information from opb.org Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

and accidental, caused from vehicle exhaust debris from a passing vehicle. “The multiple fires serve as a reminder that vehicles with aging catalytic converters and vehicles that aren’t properly maintained can pose fire risks,” said the State Fire Marshal’s Office in a statement released on Thursday, Aug. 1. “Fire service agencies encourage anyone driving in Oregon, on- and off-road, to have their vehicles, motorcycles and ATVs serviced regularly before any travel begins.” In addition to the roadside fires …

Tribal Government & News Tribal Council approves program agreements for conservation properties 01.08.2020 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor Tribal Council approved 10-year agreements with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s Partners Program that will help the Tribe manage four of its conservation properties along the banks of the North Santiam River during its Wednesday, Jan. 8, meeting. The agreements affect the Chahalpam 1, 2 and 3 properties, which …

$10,000 to nonprofit Mercy Corps in the wake of an earthquake in Haiti. Additionally, Spirit Mountain Casino was requesting donations from guests and employees to aid earthquake victims. Tribal Nurse Supervisor Jennifer Leggett also was deployed to Haiti in her role as a lieutenant commander in the U.S. Public Health Service. She spent two weeks aboard the Navy hospital ship The Comfort helping people injured in the earthquake that struck Port-au-Prince. 2005 – Tribal Elder Dean Mercier …

is survived by his wife, Dianne, of 54 years; daughter, Dawn (Scott) Brinson; son, Mike; granddaughter, Mikala (Ryan) McGinnis; grandson, Houston Cunningham; great-grandchildren, Tanner and Laikyn McGinnis; sister, Janet Taggart; brothers, Randy and Gary Cunningham; nine nieces and nephews; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and very dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Forest “Dale” and Edith. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at Fisher Funeral Home …

Bob Watson was selected as interim executive officer and president of Spirit Mountain Casino. “The dedicated and capable staff of Spirit Mountain Casino has made it the premier casino in the Northwest and Oregon’s favorite attraction,” Watson said. “I’m proud to have this chance to be more closely associated with them and to be of service to my Tribe.” 1995 – Tribal Council Chair Mark Mercier spoke at a symposium at American University in Washington, D.C. He was one of several guest speakers …