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youth,” Justin said, adding that the organization had recently received another grant for equipment. “These grants are a big blessing. … We always have a growth mindset but everything depends on what God wants for us. Simply having a place for kids to go is likely helping to save their lives.” Check presentation Community Fund Director Angie Sears welcomed the approximately 40 attendees to the event. “The presentations are an opportunity to connect, recognize and celebrate the work you do in your …

goals. Littlebird is especially excited about the upcoming art exhibition at the Bush Barn Art Center & Annex in Bush’s Pasture Park in Salem. “Portland is home to some of the most acclaimed Indigenous artists in the country,” Littlebird said. “This is an opportunity to showcase how talented our community is.” She said she’s proud to bring Indigenous art to a space that has largely been reserved for white artists. In addition, the show will take place during the Salem Art Fair, which brings …

. Doctor Jim Laidler, who works in the Portland clinic, said that last resort provides a stable landing place from which people who have struggled with addiction for years can finally begin to rebuild their lives. Just a few months after opening, the van already has 30 clients established. The Portland clinic has 300 patients, Worth said. The Portland mobile unit is the second one operated by Great Circle. In 2022, it added a mobile unit to its Salem clinic that also travels to Grand Ronde …

, McClary said. A Toxics Take Back Event has been scheduled for Friday, April 11. Once a plan has been created, the Tribe anticipates putting it into place by September 2026. The Facilities Department policy on herbicides authorizes uses of specific products, but states that housing tenants who want to opt out of having their yards sprayed may do so if they agree to the required conditions. Those include submitting a formal written request to the Grand Ronde Housing Department and keeping the area …

Tribal Government & News Tribal member joins police force 01.31.2025 Nicole Montesano Tribal Police , Tribal member Ayden Bobb By Nicole Montesano Smoke Signals staff writer Being a police officer was not always on Tribal member Ayden Bobb’s radar, but he did know that he loved helping others. After two months serving with the Grand Ronde Tribal Police following completion of the police academy in 2024, Bobb said that even on tough days, he knows he’s found his place. Bobb grew up in Salem …

, it states, they must work with Tribal governments and Native-led organizations, as well as law enforcement, to maintain data on MMIP, and to put community education and support programs in place. “For far too long missing and murdered people have gone ignored,” Leno told the committee. “While over the years we have made some strides in raising awareness and bringing resources to the communities that have been impacted the most, there is still more work to be done. We believe that the Oregon Health …

by the casino. The incident took place during the campaign season, when Cherry’s wife, then Tribal Council Secretary Michael Cherry, was running for re-election. Chris Cherry testified that he had made three attempts to print a smaller copy of a campaign banner on his work computer, to try to figure out why it was failing to print for the vendor. “We don’t believe he distributed or solicited,” Defense Attorney Dori Brattain told Melendy. “He was simply correcting a font type issue …

. In Sheridan, nothing is taught about Native kids…Having a community of Native kids in a place helps a lot.” Langley followed up the youth remarks with a comment that understanding local Indigenous communities in the area makes a difference. “Throughout the year we have big events that are so important to our communities,” he said. “These are a bit more Grand Ronde specific than a powwow. A lot of kids just got back from Canoe Journey. We have round dance and other seasonal events …

businesses regarding smoke from the controlled burns. She noted that before a burn takes place, the Tribe sends out an email to all employees and others. “It’s easy to reach out and do that at the Tribe,” she said. “But what about the folks who are not on our send lists?” Drake replied that NRD does run into that issue from time to time. “There are a lot of vineyards in the area and putting smoke up in the air for them is a big concern,” he said. “So, just trying to reach out and check …

that they needed to analyze what the impacts of (what) drawdowns would be and work with affected communities proactively, we might be in a better place than we are today,” she said. The corps pledged in its press release to work closely with cities. “We are committed to balancing the needs of the communities with our responsibility to protect endangered species," Col. Dale Caswell, commander of the Portland District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, said in the press release. "During these drawdowns …