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and a drum song. Ulestad also talked about his own experiences with abuse and the difficulty of speaking out. He now works as a peer support specialist in the Tribe’s Behavioral Health department. Tribal General Manager Angie Blackwell attended as well as Tribal Council member Kathleen George. “I’m just so proud of the work the Warriors of Hope are doing for our Tribal community,” George said. “This work is so important and so needed. Everybody needs to know there’s a safe place they can go …

to 12:15 p.m. for Elders, then 12:15 to 1 p.m. for everyone. Tribal Elder Wid Thompson picks a head of cabbage while shopping during the produce market at the Elders Activity Center Friday, March 28. Tribal Nutrition Program Manager Kristy Lawson recently started the cost-to-you market that takes place every Friday, except for weeks that other events interfere with the market. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for Elders only, then from 12:15 to 1 p.m., shopping is open to all. Thompson …

of this Tribe has been a big part of that. Knowing that I come from a place and a people with so much strength, so much history, it keeps me grounded. And I’ve learned that even when I feel unsure or overwhelmed, I’m not alone. My ancestors are with me and my community is behind me.” Each graduate was presented with a blanket during the ceremony, to audience applause. Tribal Council Vice Chair Chris Mercier, Secretary Jon A. George and council members Lisa Leno, Brenda Tuomi and Denise Harvey attended …

Fort Yamhill commanded a wide view of the valley below. “It’s a broadleaf tree and grassland area, protected from the east winds, with water access; this is a great place,” Tribal Historic Preservation Office Manager Briece Edwards said. In the 1850s, the U.S. Army drove Tribes from across the Willamette Valley and southern Oregon to the new Grand Ronde Reservation, jamming together people with different languages and customs without regard for their differences. In 1856, the Army built a fort …

that all of you have done, not only this year, but for many years.” Kennedy recalled in the early days when the Tribe was striving to regain its federally recognized status, “There were a lot of visions that were in our head. A lot of dreams that were talked about, staying up late at night and remember when smoking was all over the place? Well, I wasn’t a smoker and I would go into our rooms, and it would just be blue with smoke.” Taking time to reflect and celebrate, she said, is necessary. “It’s …

agency with a Department of Human Services home visit in the 28000 block of Andy Riggs Road. Citizen contact occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Thursday, May 2 Illegal camping reported at Big Buck Campground. Two subjects were warned for criminal trespass and advised that they need a valid permit to stay at the campsite. Drug complaint received in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Suspicious activity reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. A male subject …

living in poverty while 85 percent of innovation takes place in urban centers. "We need a new narrative," Davis said. "If you have your story, you have power." An example of that narrative is the strength of rural communities. "In small towns, everybody is needed. No one can be left behind. We're in the business of building a more inclusive society, and this time, we've got to get it right." Youth received lessons in leadership, running meetings and networking throughout the conference. Although …

Culture Wink Soderberg has led an enterprising life, keeps active on TERO Commission 05.12.2017 Brent Merrill Elder Profile Tribal Elder and former Tribal Council member William Joseph “Wink” Soderberg spent his early childhood in Grand Ronde. In the mid to late 1930s, the Grand Ronde Indian Reservation was a much different place than it is today. When Wink, 83, was a boy there was no running water in his Reservation home and the family’s outhouse was a 50-yard sprint in the middle …

confirmed seeing her alive. “The whole family is struggling,” Hauberg said. “Heather was always in contact with her children’s fathers, so when they didn’t hear from her, we knew something very bad had happened. I remember her as being a great mom and very family-oriented.” Lusby did not respond to several attempts by Smoke Signals , including a phone call to his place of employment and a Facebook Messenger message, seeking comment on Cameron’s disappearance. Violence part of larger issue …

right now. That they would want to continue spreading division and negativity among our people is unfathomable. The court's decision is final. I would hope we can move on and our leaders can put their attention toward the major issues we are currently facing. We are in a place where we need to stand together and move in a positive direction. Blessings to you all! Ann K. Lewis Roll #3983 Dear Smoke Signals : We belong. For those of you who have followed Grand Ronde in the news for the last three …