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. "Engine rental revenue is what drives the program," said Nepstad. "With the lack of federal preparedness funding, more Tribes are getting into this same business model. Total reimbursements for this fire season will more than likely exceed $1 million." The reimbursements completely fund the Tribe's firefighting program, which costs the Tribe nothing while bringing benefits back to the community, including fire protection for reservation woodlands and career-building. Logan Kneeland, 24 …

the future site of Oregon Health & Science University's south waterfront campus, and near OMSI on the east side. At 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, in an open meeting at the Oregon Historical Society, bridge designer and architect Donald MacDonald and Bridge Naming Committee Chair Chet Orloff will describe the design and naming process. How to vote Comments on the four bridge name finalists are due by 5 p.m. Saturday, March 1, by visiting http://trimet.org/namethebridge / on the Internet. Tri-Met General …

Culture Still Standing Strong: Oregon's First Nations Powwow returns for sixth consecutive year 01.14.2014 Dean Rhodes Culture , History , State government , Entertainment , Events SALEM -- Native American drumming, dancing and crafts will return to the Salem Pavilion at the Oregon State Fair and Expo Center on Saturday, Jan. 25, with the doors opening at noon and Grand Entry scheduled for 1 p.m. The sixth annual Gathering of Oregon's First Nations Powwow, called "Standing Strong," started …

for. It shows the blessings we get to share every day, and every day we give thanks to our creator." Kathleen George, director of Spirit Mountain Community Fund, presented Oregon Health and Science University's Knight Cancer Challenge with a check for $100,000. The grant will go toward ending cancer in our day. Nike co-founder and philanthropist Phil Knight, and his wife, Penny, promised to match gifts up to $500 million, aiming at a total gift of $1 billion. "This is a number that is very …

for their efforts over the summer, Tribal Council sponsored a First Responders Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 1, in the Tribal Community Center. After an invocation by Tribal Council member Denise Harvey, Tribal Council Chairman Reyn Leno thanked those in attendance for their prompt responses to the emergencies, especially the Willamina Creek Fire that burned approximately 230 acres within five miles of the Tribe’s forested Reservation land. “That week, we got hit with everything,” Leno …

Tribal Government & News General Council briefed on economic development 03.12.2015 Dean Rhodes Elections , General Council By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor A packed General Council meeting heard Tribal Economic Development Director Titu Asghar give a 20-minute presentation in executive session about the Tribe’s economic development efforts during the Sunday, March 1, meeting held in the Community Center. After his presentation, Asghar fielded eight comments and questions from the audience …

Council has waived the usual $5 fee to obtain a copy of the meeting. In other action, it was announced that the next General Council meeting will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, in the Community Center to review the preliminary 2016 Tribal budget. Tribal Elders Alton Butler and Julie Duncan and Tribal spouse Bob Duncan won the $50 door prizes and Tribal Elder Wink Soderberg won the $100 door prize. In addition, two necklaces donated by Tribal Council member Jon A. George and canned food items …

Tribal Government & News Senate holds hearing on Reservation Act amendments 10.14.2015 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council , Federal Government The Grand Ronde Tribe’s continuing efforts to get amendments to its Reservation Act that would streamline how land is taken into trust through Congress received a legislative hearing on Wednesday, Oct. 7, before the Senate’s Committee on Indian Affairs. Senate Bill 818, introduced by Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden on March 1, would amend the Reservation Act to create …

is super excited,” she says. With opening day two weeks away as of Smoke Signals’ Sept. 1 publication, the family is working tirelessly to get everything ready. Tentative opening day plans for Saturday, Sept. 15, include an 11 a.m. ribbon cutting, cake and ice cream at 2 p.m. and a raffle drawing at 6 p.m. Prizes will include a new grill and gift cards. Tribal members, veterans and Tribal employees receive a 10-percent discount anytime they visit. For more information about the restaurant …

Culture Craig creates Native American exhibit at Independence museum 07.31.2018 Danielle Frost Culture , People , Education , History If you go “Nsayka íliʔi: Our Land” permanent exhibit When: 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Where : Independence Heritage Museum in the historic First Baptist Church , 112 S. Third St., Independence. Cost: Free More information: E-mail orheritage@ci.independence.or.us , call 503-838-4989 or visit orheritage.org . By Danielle Frost INDEPENDENCE -- Tribal …