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, county and city officials in the area. The state has waived parking and camping fees for the Tribe. “We are exercising our sovereignty here,” Mercier said. “I also want other Tribes to know this is going on and that we invite them to come as well.” Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

Center and museum was available for public comment. 1993 – Tribal nursing assistant Darlene Aaron was recognized for five years of working for the Tribe. Aaron noted that she had seen many changes in that relatively short period of time. “When I first began working for the Tribe, everyone worked in the Manor. There were only about 25 employees and the Health Clinic was only open one day per week.” Aaron also served as chair of the Education Committee. 1988 – Tribal representatives praised proposed …

by the Land and Culture Department Exhibits and Archives Program staff members David Lewis, Julie Brown and Veronica Montano. 2008 – The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a rule change that returned big-game hunting rights for cultural ceremonies to Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde members. The Tribe had been working to regain the rights after losing them. “A great day … a historic day,” said Tribal Council Vice Chair Reyn Leno. “I wish every Tribal member knew what was going on here …

for the Cowlitz Tribe while legal proceedings are ongoing – particularly on such a controversial issue,” Beutler said via e-mail on Tuesday, March 10. “This action could have negative consequences for the community should the court decide to reverse the decision and require that the land be taken back out of trust. I continue to press the Department of the Interior to respect the legal process and the rights of southwest Washington and regional stakeholders to challenge this move.” Share …

: $30 reserved chairs, $25 reserved bleachers More info: www.rosefestival.org By Dean Rhodes Spirit Mountain Casino Sponsorship Administrator Jocelyn Huffman is coy and vague when asked about the casino’s float entry in the 4.2-mile Grand Floral Parade being held Saturday, June 9, in downtown Portland. “It’s about the Tribe’s love of nature and Oregon,” she says, resisting follow-up attempts for more details. “What I can say is it is themed around the love of wildlife.” The theme of this year’s …

it,” Procurement Manager Larry Leith said. “Going green costs money, but it’s worth it. This is just a small step in the process.” Other energy saving measures the Tribe has put in place include automatic light sensors, environmentally sensitive cleaning products, dishsoaps and recycling containers in employee work areas. Leith said that contributing to the longevity of the planet and conserving resources fits in with the goal of being good stewards of Tribal lands. “I think it will all pan out,” Criss-Lawson …

said it was the current council’s duty to uphold the Tribal Constitution and clean up the Tribe’s enrollment files. 2008 – Tribal member Kass Ritchey, 24, became a homeowner using the Tribe’s Down Payment Assistance Program. He approached the Housing Authority for assistance at the suggestion of his mother, and three months later was a homeowner. “I couldn’t have bought the house without the Tribe,” he said. Due to the program, homeownership has become a reality for many Tribal members …

meetings held in the spring when members of the Tribe provided input about area needs. From there, Foster said, he will create a baseline assessment of where the Tribe has been, compile demographic research and examine key issues that need to be addressed. “What I am going to try and do in this piece is take all of the feedback that the Tribe has already gotten on what is of interest and what is needed by Tribal members and put it into some kind of contextual framework that says, ‘OK …

Culture Yesteryears -- Dec. 1, 2018 11.29.2018 Dean Rhodes History 2013 – Approximately 150 people attended the first Tribal History Conference after hearing about the event through e-mail, word-of-mouth or seeing announcements in Smoke Signals and on Facebook. “I am humbled by the response,” said Tribal Historian Dr. David Lewis. “It tells me that this is needed.” Lewis said having the event annually would help remedy the fact that the histories of Oregon’s Tribes have not been properly …

member Neesha Grant of La Grande was crowned 1993 Grand Ronde Powwow queen. Her parents were Steve and Jackie Grant and grandparents were David and Emma Leno. The 14-year-old enjoyed horseback riding, camping and being with friends. At school, she was a member of the marching band and student league organization. Grant hoped to major in social work in college. “I am honored to have the opportunity to represent the Tribe through the Grand Ronde Royalty program,” she said. 1988 – Chemawa Indian …