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 The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde is preparing to open two medication-assisted treatment facilities this year, the first Tribally owned and operated programs in the state to combat opioid addiction. In December, Portland resident Jennifer Worth was hired as the Operations Director for both clinics. “I’m really excited just to be able to be of service to the community and helping others,” Worth says. “What is really exciting about these clinics is that we will also be able to offer spiritual …

. “As a Tribal Leader, I have dedicated my life’s work to the health and well-being of our people,” she said. “I hope that my service on the state’s Oversight and Accountability Council can bring insight into how historical trauma, poverty, discrimination and racism can contribute to the increased risk of addiction among Native Americans.” McKnight said he feels that having Kennedy on the oversight council will be beneficial, although he laments that the Tribe was not involved sooner in the process …

, to fund continued one-day dental and medical clinics in the Portland area. Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center & Foundation of Washington County, $50,000, to fund its COVID-19 response team throughout its service area, which also includes Yamhill County. Rapid response grants of $10,000 each were given to: Family Building Blocks of Marion County for COVID/wildfire relief. Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County for wildfire relief. Lines for Life of Clackamas County for COVID/wildfire relief …

to live and I liked it that way.” Kathy says having her father live so close provides much more opportunity to visit with family, and comfort in knowing he is safe. “I like that he is close by now and not four hours away in a rural area without cell service,” Kathy says. “I can come by and visit every day now.” She also reads to the residents on a weekly basis. Since the pandemic hit last year, these sessions have taken place outdoors on the covered porch area. “It gets a little cold sometimes …

hands-on experiences learning traditional art forms and practices such as weaving, gathering, carving and tool making. Recently, Krehbiel partnered with the Tribe’s Veterans’ Service Office to offer a class on how to make clay canoes and paddles. “I’m always ready to help others,” he says. “Learning traditional skills is where I found my passion. Just having the connection and being able to share knowledge and teaching others is the best part. It’s so easy if you choose to do it. You never know who …

Council member and Vietnam-era Marine Corps veteran Steve Bobb Sr.’s speech during a Thursday, July 1, event to the McMinnville chapter of the Band of Brothers veterans group at Evergreen Aviation Museum. The group is open to all veterans. Bobb was originally scheduled to speak about the Tribe and Native Americans’ military service in April 2020, but it was postponed more than a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 21 people attended the event, which was one of the first in-person …

, Fergus (Tammy) Loughran of Astoria, Ore., Sean (Kristen) Loughran of Portland, Ore., and Dermot (Janene) Loughran of Fairport, N.Y.; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and many Grand Ronde Tribal friends who remained in contact with her throughout the years. A viewing is scheduled for 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 22, at Pegg, Paxson & Springer Funeral Chapel, 4675 S.W. Watson Ave., in Beaverton. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 23, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 790 A. Ave …

in Corvallis before enrolling in Chemawa Indian School in Salem. She was a key participant in the Grand Ronde Tribe’s early 1980s Restoration efforts and was one of five Tribal members who testified before the U.S. House of Representatives on Oct. 18, 1983, in support of restoring the Tribe to federal recognition. The Tribe’s federal recognition had been Terminated 29 years earlier in 1954. After the Tribe was restored on Nov. 22, 1983, she continued her service to her people on Tribal Council from …

fortunate to have kind, fair people involved in that process. … The message here is really about how much normal people can accomplish when they work well together.” Lazenby reflected on his years of service as a trustee. “The past 15 years on this board have been some of the richest and most rewarding of my life,” he said. “The real value of the fund is doing the quiet good things, and making things better for the community, people and Tribe.” After dinner concluded, 10 celebration grants …

14 feet of covered area to the perimeter and a new concrete sidewalk installation. The roof also was upgraded with new water-proofing and a cedar roof. Additional bleachers around the perimeter for Elder seating. Upgrades to the Wi-Fi service to provide better connectivity. Reseeding and leveling the powwow grounds, which make them easier to navigate. Besides the upgrades, however, the 2022 Contest Powwow will have a format very similar to years past. More than $22,000 in prize money …