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Culture Yesteryears - May 1, 2011 05.03.2011 Ron Karten History 2006 - Willamette University repatriated a 2.2-pound piece of Tomanowos - the Willamette meteorite - to the Tribe. The piece was found in a supply closet in the school's Olin Science Building. "This piece is home," Tribal Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy said, "but it's not a good situation because there has been so much cutting on the meteorite. To me, it's like carving up a body." 2001 - Tribal members met with representatives from …

, Northern Ireland, Reibach and his entourage - wife, Rhonda; son, Shane; godson and guitarist, Daniel; and percussionist Nathan Myers - headed to the Waterside Theatre, site of his scheduled concert that evening. While signing autographs after the concert, a 7-year-old boy named Liam O Gallachoir approached Reibach and said that he was a Grand Ronde Tribal member. Then the boy's mother, Maya Frost, introduced herself as a Tribal member as well. "There was an immediate connection and they told me …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor - April 1, 2012 03.29.2012 Ron Karten Letters Dear Tribal Council: First let me thank you for all that you do. There are many of us who appreciate all the time and effort you put in to accomplishing the endless tasks assigned to you. If it weren't for the dedication of fine folks like you, our Tribe would not be in the fine shape it is today. I follow the meetings and events of our Tribe through my home computer and Smoke Signals . Having …

under the Education Department, but prior to that Alton worked under me and the Facilities Department, fulfilling the duties of the Recreation Coordinator. Although Alton was the only person on the Recreation staff, he and his predecessors accomplished a lot with very limited resources and budget. Alton would always schedule, take care of and continually set up for all the events at the Tribal gym. He worked with the Tribal Elders, Youth Prevention, Housing, Culture and the Education departments …

was slated for a two-year, $2 million expansion that will include a wider road, new crosswalks, sidewalks and bicycle lanes. 1999 - Tribal Cemetery Groundskeeper Russ Leno was featured as he sought more respect for the cemetery. "This winter we've had some vehicles coming here at night and driving through the grounds," he said. "We know because the next day I found tire marks all through the grass. … My parents taught me that the cemetery is a place for respect. You don't ever walk on a grave …

Tribal Government & News Friends of Nixwa raise $4,200 for bulletproof vest 05.29.2014 Michelle Alaimo General Council , People , Public safety Tribal member Veronica Gaston announced at the May 18 General Council meeting that Friends of Nixwa raised $4,200 to purchase a bulletproof vest for Tribal K-9 officer Nixwa, which is Chinuk Wawa for "show me." Gaston said that one anonymous donor from Salem pledged $1,400, which almost covered the entire cost of a vest for the Belgian Malinois. Tribal …

also has worked for many years with the Northwest Indian Veterans Association. "He is a community member who always goes beyond the call, helping people whenever he's needed," said Tribal Elder and Veterans Special Event Board Chairman Steve Bobb Sr. "He is a very big part of all of our lives." With typical self-effacing humor, LaBonte, 73, translated that into, "I think they want to get rid of me." As a way of saying they weren't going to succeed, he added, "You can't give up on veterans. Once …

on with healing and living life. The treatment will include chemo and radiation during most of the summer months. I have wonderful doctors who are doing everything they can to get my health back on track. Words cannot fully express our appreciation for the hospital visits, support and prayers. Thanks so much for taking the time to be with me during the special prayer service. It was such a wonderful blessing to see those who were in the seats and knowing there were many more who were there in spirit. Thank …

3-0 to win his first state championship. “I’ve been working really hard for this,” Reyes told the Salem Statesman-Journal . “For two years, I’ve lost in the state finals, so to be that close and not get your goal, it hurts. (This win) is indescribable. Just looking at my coaches and knowing how hard they’ve worked and how hard they’ve helped me, they deserve it, too.” On his way to the title, Reyes defeated Jessie Valles of Illinois Valley, Efrain Caldera of Nyssa and Russell Talmadge …