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are a top priority for us. Therefore, we are moving forward with a limited closure of the Tribal government. We are closing the Tribal government campus at noon today, March 13, and will remain on limited closure through March 20. Essential personnel may be working remotely or reporting to work so that we can keep key services open. “The Clinic, Pharmacy, Emergency Personnel, Adult Foster Care, Security and a few others will be available, but with limited service. We are taking these actions …

$613,918. This will bring overall giving to $84.2 million. To help the nonprofits hit hardest by COVID-19, the Community Fund is also in the process of implementing a rapid response fund to provide additional monies to mental health, social and emotional service groups, food banks and those who serve populations in rural communities, among others. It will be in a pilot phase the first quarter, and Cherry is in the process of reviewing active applications through a collaborative project …

checked out most of them,” Fry said. “We offered a paper packet version to families who requested them. Some families live too far out to receive adequate Internet service, although we have been working with some providers in our area to improve that. We are also working to set up some dedicated areas in our schools for families to access the district Wi-Fi.” The district also is reaching out to families who did not participate much in distance learning during the spring, and also offering parent …

. A funeral service for only immediate family and close friends will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, in the Tribal gym. Bollman Funeral Home in Dallas, Ore., is assisting the family. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

 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 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 …