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temporary solution until demand is high enough to sustain a physical store. Thomas says alternative solutions, such as the Social Services Department coordinating grocery store transport, is another idea. “Not everything needs to cost $1 million,” he says. “There are other ways.” Thomas adds that Tribal grocery delivery services also should be considered. “The cost of delivery would be far less than the Tribe having a grocery store,” Thomas says. George agrees that delivery service is something …

tournament.” The Contest Powwow concluded Sunday, Aug. 20, with a 1 p.m. grand entry. Publications Secretary Katherine Warren contributed to this article. Dancers participate in an InterTribal dance under the Uyxat Powwow Grounds arbor on Saturday, Aug. 19. Thousands of people attended the powwow that was held Friday to Sunday, Aug. 18-20. ( Photo by Michelle Alaimo/Smoke Signals) 2023 Grand Ronde Contest Powwow winners Junior Girls Jingle: Alexis Payer, Yakama, first; Alimae Jackson, Yakama …

Contest Powwow to be canceled out of concern that dancers might slip on the wet turf, it didn’t deter thousands in attendance at the annual event. Tribal people from across the Pacific Northwest packed the uyxat Powwow Grounds to enjoy a powwow weekend full of dancing, drumming, festival food, vendors, and celebrating friends and family. “We’ve got good participation here from Grand Ronde and outside the area,” Tribal Council member Matthew Haller said. So many dancers attended the 1 p.m. Saturday …

Larsen. “We were told when we first started that the income could be as much as $16 million annually if everything went well. Then it went to $23 million that first year. It’s been a good ride for the Tribe. The medical and health care is just unbelievable. The dividend we give has turned our Elders’ lives around.” Based on the Community Fund’s 6 percent distribution of $67 million, Spirit Mountain Casino has earned more than $1 billion since it opened that has gone to support the Tribal …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor -- Nov. 1, 2011 10.28.2011 Ron Karten Elections , Letters Dear Smoke Signals : It's hard to believe that the BIA would agree to putting four separate issues into one bundle to be voted upon. I truly wish Tribal Council would put each issue separately on the ballot to be voted on separately. What is the problem in doing that? Nancy Hughey Roll #1042 Dear Tribal members: When we voted on the 1999 enrollment proposal, many of us did not know what we …

. Grand Ronde winners were Desirae Hernandez, second place in junior girls jingle; Leloo Quenelle, fourth place in junior girls fancy; Kaleigha Simi, third place in teen girls jingle; and Nacoma Liebelt, third in teen boys traditional. Drum groups competed for $30,000 in prize money. The $10,000 grand prize winner was Indian Hill. More information on the winners can be found in the sidebar to this story. The Contest Powwow concluded Sunday, Aug. 21, with a 1 p.m. grand entry. 2022 Grand Ronde …

, 29-28. The players were Nick Colton, Austin Watkins, Conrad Farmer and Keyondre Kelley. First-place teams received championship hoodies and $50 Visa gift cards. Second-place teams received tournament runner-up shirts with $25 Visa gift cards. Freddy Ayala won the three-point contest, making 12 of his 15 shots for a $30 Nike gift card. The Contest Powwow continued with grand entries at 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. 2019 Grand Ronde Contest Powwow winners Girls Jingle: Dinaye Sayer, Dine …

. The museum project to house and display all the resources is in phase 1, future expansion should come from fund raising and donations not just Tribal dollars. I feel Tribal dollars should be used to expand Tribal member participation in the cultural resources programs. Enrollment Audit: The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde being a Self-Governed Tribe has an obligation to maintain complete and accurate records. The Tribal Council has an obligation to all the membership through the Council Oath …