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ceded lands and has partnered with local jurisdictions on a number of projects in Multnomah County. Previously, Grand Ronde has invested in several Portland area projects, including Gregory Lofts, Russelville Commons and the Tribe’s current Portland area office on Barbur Boulevard. “It’s nice to know that Multnomah Greyhound Park will have a new life under Tribal ownership,” Leno said. “While we cannot rule anything out in terms of the future of gaming in Oregon, our priority at this time …

participate in the American Political Science Association's month-long fellowship orientation. During this time, APSA fellows in journalism, political science and international policy become acclimated to the environment in Washington, D.C. By collaborating with APSA, Hatfield Fellows have an instant support network, including the director of the fellowship program who acts as a resource and mentor. Past fellows have successfully served in several congressional offices over the years, including those …

from prior wars and conflicts still have unmet needs. The purpose of the Veteran's Summit is to honor them, provide direct services and sources, help them on their healing journey and provide a good time filled with food, laughter, culture and positive camaraderie." Tribal Chair Reyn Leno, a Vietnam-era Marine Corps veteran, attended one of the first planning meetings for the summit in San Diego in late November. After returning and talking with the rest of Tribal Council, he pledged the Grand …

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was a proud and active member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. Marilyn lived a remarkable life, full of purpose, determination and grace. She was kind to all who she met and treated everyone with great respect. She and Richard loved to travel, ski and play tennis, and she was an accomplished dominoes player. She loved spending time in central Oregon in the peace and quiet of their Black Butte Ranch vacation home, usually in the company of friends and family. Marilyn was a beloved member …

to an anguished Indianapolis crowd that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had been killed. “The National Recording Registry honors the music that enriches our souls, the voices that tell our stories and the sounds that mirror our lives,” said Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden. “The Library of Congress and its many collaborators are working to preserve these sounds and moments in time, which reflect our past, present and future.” Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe …

. There isn’t evidence that points to remains being left on the grounds of the 47.5-acre parcel, referred to as the North Campus, but part of the Historic Preservation Office’s government-to-government relationship with state and federal agencies includes due diligence before developing an area, especially if it may contain human remains. “There was a cemetery on the grounds at one time and you never know who could have been in it or the exact boundaries,” Historic Preservation Manager Briece Edwards said …

award in the Graphics category. Smoke Signals page designer Justin Phillips received a third-place award in the Design category. The five awards mark the 31 st time Smoke Signals has been honored by the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association since 2009. Smoke Signals was once again the only Tribal newspaper in the state to be honored by ONPA. Smoke Signals competed against such larger newspapers as the Salem-based agricultural publication The Capital Press and Portland Tribune in the Associate …

Community Center. The presentation will be from the Education Department and Education Committee. The early start time on Dec. 1 will accommodate the Tribal Council Christmas Party, which also starts at 10 a.m. in the Tribal gym. Val Alexander, Dan Stroebel and Shasta Simmons won the $100 door prizes and Julie Duncan, Joanna Brisbois, Tracie Meyer, Peter Grout and Kelly Lindgren won the $50 door prizes. The portions of the meeting held outside of executive session can be viewed by visiting …

was overshadowed in August when the Tribe closed on the 23-acre Blue Heron Paper Mill site. The Tribe purchased the Blue Heron site for $15.25 million and at the time Tribal representatives said they were pursuing the second property, which included a boat dock. In July, Tribal Council approved a supplemental budget of $17 million to acquire both properties. The Blue Heron site was once home to the Charcowah village of the Clowewalla (Willamette band of Tumwaters) and the Kosh-huk-shix village …