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here.” She continued that, “I am writing this because … I feel so sorry to think about all the people that signed the treaty haven’t even got a descendent living. Oh, it’s other things that happened, but it’s no use to talk about it.” Yesteryears is a look back at Tribal history in five-year increments through the pages of Smoke Signals. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

category. Golden Age remains older than 50. “Tribal Council supported additional funding to increase opportunities to attract participants to our event,” Ainam said. “Many powwows have moved to a junior adult and senior adult so 28 year olds are not competing against 49 year olds. As you are aware, last year our event was heavily impacted by competing powwows in our region.” Last year’s Contest Powwow drew 171 dancers, down from the usually more than 200 who regularly attend. The new dance …

, including several volunteers from the Food Bank located across the parking lot, who thanked officers for hosting the event and providing a meal. “We will continue to host these so we can keep that open communication going,” McKnight said. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, community policing emphasizes proactive problem-solving rather than responding to crime only after it occurs, with this philosophy infused into all police operations and guiding decision-making efforts. “Agencies …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor -- Dec. 15, 2017 12.14.2017 Dean Rhodes Letters Dear Smoke Signals : Our nation recently celebrated Thanksgiving Day. To me, Thanksgiving is not about an opulent meal; it is to remember that our ancestors reached out to those in need. I am thankful for my family, for my brothers and sisters, and for my extended family. The Tribal family blesses in so many ways, reaching out to those in need like our ancestors did. I recently lost my Dad, Darrel …

to invite community members to learn more about the project firsthand. We will be holding a community meeting at the Tribal gym at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5. All community members are invited to attend. A meal will be provided. Please RSVP to TPC@GrandRonde.org so we can plan for enough food. Since spring, members of the Telecommunications Planning Committee (TPC) have held regular meetings attended by Tribal departments and Tribal members. These meetings have been a great opportunity to share issues …

about is Native Americans and veterans. I think that veterans are really special.” Leno said the appointment means having the opportunity to provide a voice for veterans on specific issues. “I think there is too much paperwork for veterans,” Leno said. “I think one part of my role might be, because I’ve done it for the Tribe for so long, is you need to talk to the guys at the top. You need to talk to senators and congressmen in D.C. And you need to explain to them why veterans can’t wait this long …

connections, which will make us a lot stronger at the table. “For our membership, too. A lot might be wondering, ‘We’re in the Valley, why are we doing these grants for the ocean?’ A lot of people don’t realize that Tillamook County was given to us at Restoration, so we have a huge area there that we have interest in.” In other action, Tribal Council: Appointed Joanna Brisbois to the Culture Committee with a term expiring in March 2018; Re-appointed Steven Holmes to the Powwow Special Event …

return to work as a laborer on construction projects, Vocational Rehabilitation would help train them for and obtain a new job. Or if a Tribal student is transitioning out of high school and wants to start a career instead of attending a post-secondary institution, Vocational Rehabilitation can help. “What is it that you want to do?” Schultz says about clients. “VR is a process of helping people help themselves.” Vocational Rehabilitation can help Tribal members take basic computer classes so …

to Proceed allowing the Grand Ronde Tribal Housing Authority to offer a 50-percent discount on its market rate rental units for up to two Tribal police officers so they can reside in Tribal housing. "GRTHA believes that allowing Tribal police to live in the GRTHA community would provide significant benefits to the Tribal families living in housing, while costing the Tribe relatively little," the authorization says. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our …

by his many friends and family whom he loved so much. We will hold him dear in our hearts. Jay will be buried on Spirit Mountain with a private interment. Pacific View Memorial Chapel handled the arrangements. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …