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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 …

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 …