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on Saturday morning and didn’t let the heat get to them. “We’re all pretty experienced ball players so we subbed out when we needed it,” said Ebensteiner. In the middle school bracket, the Grand Swoosh team, led by Tribal member Dominik Briant, won the tournament championship. Grand Swoosh, coached by Tribal member Nick LaBonte, won its first game against The Hoopers 20-13 and then faced off against Tribal member Josh Henry and The Js in the second game. Grand Swoosh defeated The Js 12-2. Grand Swoosh …

Signals staff writer Shortly after the Tribe was restored in 1983, a frequent topic of discussion amongst leaders was how to avoid putting Tribal members’ futures in the hands of another government. The answer was to create endowments that would grow over time and sustain the Tribe should there ever be a crisis. “We were setting up a foundation so that we would never be subjected to humiliation again,” said Tribal Council Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy. “Those endowments were thought about before we …

to prove to us, He only takes the best. Poem by Larry M. Olsen 1985 “A Golden Tear” To see a tear is more precious than life A drop of gold from the heart It bleeds the sorrow of thoughts and feelings It shadows the pain inside your body But only for a second in time. A tear of sorrow from the soul Holds more meaning than all that is imagined But never cures all the hurt in your mind Just gives an excuse to accept it And then fades away--- Only to come back again. To hold a tear is to know how …

emerged. In April, the Starmers arrived in Portland where doctors removed a cancerous tumor from the spot. The doctors said that the tumor had been there for more than a year. The operation was successful. So far so good. They returned home last week, and plan to be back in Portland for more chemotherapy and radiation treatments in a month. The disease has wreaked havoc with Brandy's young life, but her family is behind her all the way. Brandy has a positive outlook and an electric smile. She …

conference initiated by Gov. John Kitzhaber with Executive Order 96-30 during his first term as Oregon governor. "This is far more than a statutory obligation," Kitzhaber said. "For me, it is a deep personal obligation." One theme that speakers returned to again and again was the value of "mutual respect and trust," in the governor's words. Developed over time, state and Tribal governments have each recognized the extra work required to continually train leaders and staff members who take over …

in for “New Beginnings,” “Salmon Song and Dance” and “Traveling With Our Ancestors.” “We are thankful and grateful to our ancestors and all that they endured so we could be here today,” Mercier said. Many would agree that a highlight of the Canoe Family performance was “Warrior Dance,” during which Tribal Council Secretary Jon A. George took to the floor to demonstrate his moves. “It’s a great way to start the day when we can live in the ways of our culture,” George said. “It’s a wonderful day …

to spend and that he was able to amend the funds from a 2014 grant to purchase the body cameras and related software. McKnight chose to work with a company in the United Kingdom to secure the cameras his personnel use today. “We tested out a couple of different cameras. The one that we chose to go with is Reveal,” said McKnight. “The reason we chose them is because they had good quality cameras and also the lens on the camera is adjustable so we’re able to turn it. Officers can adjust the lens …

her retail business. “I just showed up and was helping her move her stuff out and began asking questions about this spot,” he said. “I talked to the building owner and he is a basketball fan and loved the idea, so it took off from there and I leased this space.” Douglass opened his store in early October to a line that stretched around the block. “I was a bit surprised,” he said. “It was really cool. All things considered, we are doing really well. People love basketball. When I first opened …

. They help prepare us to make the best decisions for the membership. I just want to raise my hands to the staff.” McClary also thanked his friends and family for all their support and he had a message for the membership as well. “Please be kind to one another,” said McClary. “Hayu masi. It’s been a good ride.” The membership present gave McClary a standing ovation. Miguel Adams won the $100 door prize and Wink Soderberg, Nina Portwood Shields and Brent Merrill won $50 door prizes. In addition …

a.m. and Herman Hudson said that the other side of the moon facing the sun “must be hotter than Hell.” At 10:17 a.m., people took off their protective glasses and safely looked at the moon, which was surrounded by the sun’s corona for what seemed mere moments. And then a sliver of sunlight broke through, signifying the end of totality, and everyone donned their safety eyewear again. Steve Hudson, a musician, started singing The Beatles’ “Here Comes the Sun.” “That was so cool,” Dunham said. “I got …