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on deauthorizing hydropower at two dams in the Willamette Valley that creates serious migration problems for fish. Despite this clear deadline, that report has not arrived. A late report generally wouldn’t be newsworthy but in this case, it was a critical report the entire region is waiting for…Our Willamette River salmon and steelhead are out of time and on the brink of extinction. Federal, state and Tribal scientists agree and they also agree the very best solution is to provide safe fish …

far surpassed the required two-thirds. One of those ballots was deemed spoiled, so it wasn’t included in the final vote count. Results were posted at the Tribal Community Center the evening of Monday, Dec. 9. Most reactions to the news on various social media pages have overall been positive, with descriptions such as “so happy for our Tribe,” “elated” and “best day ever.” “The amendment passed and it was close there, but it did pass,” Tribal Council Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy said during …

through fashion,” she said. “It made me feel confident, beautiful.” Part of the appeal was that she could simply change her clothing and makeup when she didn’t like something or wanted a new look. “It’s a way of expressing yourself, of seeing what fits you best,” she said. As a young adult, she began exploring the world of clothing and makeup, finding and following Native designers on Instagram and then setting out to join that world. Last summer, she traveled to Santa Fe, New Mexico, to model …

, regardless of the challenge or disruption,” he said. “For these reasons, Brandy Bishop exemplifies the very best qualities of an emergency management professional. She has elevated the standard of preparedness, created a culture of learning within her Tribe and extended her leadership to strengthen others across Oregon.” Bishop, 43, is a Tribal member and has served as the Tribe’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator since 2017. “I personally like to stay behind the scenes and try to go unnoticed …

said. “There are some incredible projects in motion with so much progress being made and good things to come. The Tribe has always been at our best when we work closely together in solidarity. The energy of this movement is amazing. With the leadership of Tribal Council, EcDev is collaborating with Finance, Engineering and Planning, Lands, Natural Resources Department, Spirit Mountain Casino, Tribal Attorney’s Office, TERO and many other areas to strengthen and diversify our economy.” He added …

unemployment rate, and international events, such as the European debt crises and unrest in the Middle East, continue to affect casino operations as guests concerned about the fluctuating stock market and gas prices are spending the same amount of money per visit at Spirit Mountain, but are reducing the number of trips they make to Grand Ronde. Comparing numbers from August 2010 and August 2011, net revenues and profit at Spirit Mountain are almost identical, as is the dividend that Spirit …

visit also gave the Justice Department information they were looking for about the problem at the Grand Ronde Tribe. "We got a little bit," said Heywood. "(The Tribe) does not know anything about our compensation program. That's concerning. So, that's a potential training that we would want to offer." Responding to questions about Internet crimes against children, Heywood said, "We could connect with our partner DOJ Division that houses the Internet Crimes Against Children Unit to speak about …

the Oakland Raiders, but the rumor was that her brother and father made her be a fan of the team. A funeral Mass was held Thursday, June 12, at St. Philip Catholic Church in Dallas. Interment followed at Dallas Cemetery. Contributions are suggested to the Humane Society in care of Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center, which handled arrangements. To send an online condolence, visit www.dallastribute.com. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper …

and letters and posting promotional posters and fliers at the clinic. Each child who comes to the clinic for a well child visit will receive one age-appropriate book "We will probably give out about 100 books a year," says Andries. "We hope it will increase child and parent bonding, help combat illiteracy, prepare children for school, and be an incentive for families to bring their kids in for well care and not just when they are sick." "I hope that this program will help to increase the number …

heralded each year, Huffman coordinates all Tribal involvement in the parade, including the liaison work with Rose Festival staff, Princess Court visit, Tribal Cultural Center tour, the Starlight Parade where Grand Ronde Royalty ride in cars, and everything else from advertising to the check presentation. Royalty at the parade were Little Miss Grand Ronde Kaleigha Simi, Junior Miss Grand Ronde Iyana Holmes, Veterans Senior Queen Savannah Ingram and Veterans Junior Queen Amelia Mooney. This year …