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of his goal of visiting all 45 Tribes will begin this summer, when he takes his family on the road in a recreational vehicle and will work remote. “That trip with my kids is going to be an awesome experience,” he said. Before Mercier worked for BPA and BIA, he served as a financial advisor for the U.S. Treasury and a program analyst for the Forest Service. He has had several mentors along the way. One is Roy Sampsel (Choctaw/Wyandotte), who led the way in establishing Tribal fishing rights …

Harrison, who is 98 years old. Harrison was also gifted with a necklace for the honor of eldest Elder. All Tribal Council members attended Restoration. They are Cherry, Kennedy, Jon A. George, Kathleen George, Lisa Leno, Secretary Michael Langley, Denise Harvey, Vice Chair Chris Mercier and Brenda Tuomi. “Thank you for being here,” Kennedy said. “Your service is greatly appreciated. … Never will we ever put our destiny in another’s hands. We’re making it with the help of Creator and moving forward …

members Denise Harvey, Brenda Tuomi and Michael Cherry, who is also a former Community Fund director. Cherry welcomed attendees to the virtual event. “One of these days I hope we will all be together,” Cherry said. “I’m honored to host you today and look forward to seeing you in person soon. As 2022 comes to an end, I celebrate and acknowledge your perseverance and dedication to making Oregon a safer place for children and families. We applaud your generosity and gift of service.” The event …

.” She passed away on Nov. 8, 2022, at 6:45 a.m. So many very close friends and 58 family members and Kofi will carry her kindness, compassion, laughter and love in their hearts forever. Other passings Rex Dejon Haller Nov. 9, 1965 – Dec. 12, 2022 Tribal Elder Rex Dejon Haller passed on Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, at the age of 57. Funeral services were held Thursday, Dec. 29, in the Tribal gym. It was followed by gravesite service at the Tribal Cemetery and a meal held in the Tribal Community Center …

candidates. Bailey finished with 420 votes and Montano finished with 349. “I want to thank all the people that supported me this year,” Bailey said. “Though the results weren't what I was hoping for, I'm still looking forward to the future and will continue to provide service to our people in other ways. Congratulations to the winners and I am hopeful that they will lead us with wisdom and compassion.” “I would like to congratulate this year’s winners,” Montano said. “This was a great learning …

Ronde Road. A graveside service at the Tribal Cemetery on Grand Ronde Road will follow, with a meal at the Grand Ronde Community Center on the Tribal campus. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Rory’s life. Thomas Leroy Misfeldt July 4, 1940 – Oct. 23, 2023 Tribal Elder Thomas Leroy Misfeldt of Brookings, Ore., passed away on Oct. 23, 2023. He was 83. Redwood Memorial Chapel in Brookings is assisting the family. Funeral services will be held at noon Sunday, Nov. 5, at the BPOE #1934 Elks Lodge …

-engage at school the next day.” Three programming goals are substance abuse prevention and health and wellness in partnership with Salem Health and Polk County, career exploration in collaboration with the Community Service Consortium and Central School District, and social- emotional learning in collaboration with Central School District. Programming takes place year-round from 3-6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Gate partners with Central School District, Polk County, Salem Health, Community …

“Jericho Burning” to “those who serve or have served in the military, law enforcement and fire service. “Thank you for what you do,” he wrote. “Jericho Burning,” is the second book in what Brown says will be a series and will be released on Tuesday, Aug. 20. A book signing is set for 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, at Shred City Fitness, located at 1667 S.E. Holman Ave., Dallas. In addition to his adventures with villains of various stripes, Lawson — Brown’s protagonist — is fighting himself or the person …

Health & Education Great Circle Recovery expands with new Portland mobile clinic 09.30.2024 Nicole Montesano Great Circle Recovery Mike Shepek, senior maintenance and safety technician for the Tribe’s Great Circle Recovery Portland location, locks the mobile treatment clinic for the day on Friday, Sept. 13. Great Circle Recovery’s second mobile clinic was put into service in Portland on Aug. 27. The first unit is operated out of the Salem location. (Photo by Michelle Alaimo) By Nicole …

to start reengaging on that.” The other area Warden would like to focus on is what he said is a combination homeless and mental health crisis. “Everybody looks to the sheriff and wonders what you’re going to do about this,” he said. “It’s not a strict law enforcement area though. There needs to be a focus on engaging the services that specialize in these areas and forming partnerships with your health and human services, mental health departments and service integration teams for people who really …