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, is the national park’s new cultural anthropologist and American Indian liaison. Thorsgard, 38, will be working directly with the seven Native American Tribes that border the park. Scott Carpenter, who heads up Yosemite’s cultural anthropology program, said Thorsgard will be very active in compiling “really important information” about the park’s history and the Tribes that border it. Carpenter said the park has been doing a lot of catching up over the last 50 years in its relationships with area Tribes …

Guard, and talked about all the different events that board members have participated in this year. “This is a committed group of people that work hard and we have been to many, many events, and we always represent Grand Ronde in a very good fashion,” said Bobb. “I’m very proud of these guys.” Bobb then congratulated the newly elected Tribal Council members. He also ran for Tribal Council and finished fourth, two votes behind George. “I’ll always be here on the sidelines for you,” said Bobb. “I …

and a large bronze medallion that will help remind Portland and its residents that Native Americans have lived and continue to live along the shores of the river since time immemorial. The basalt carvings stand 6 feet tall on the east and west side of the bridge and the 5-foot-diameter bronze medallion is hanging on the eastern side of the bridge facing north. Pedestrians and bicyclists southbound on the Eastside Greenway Trail cannot help but notice the medallion. All three pieces, collectively called …

do not engage with strangers or even colleagues on a social basis. “They have a tendency to group only with close friends and family,” she says. “Although they will almost always be friendly, it is hard to become close as an outsider to these groups.” Another difference is the work-life balance. In Spain, there are 12 national holidays and a minimum of 22 vacation days annually compared to America’s 10 federal holidays and no legally required vacation time. Tribal member Sharrah McKenzie stands …

deal of (time) planning to ensure that we were prepared for various situations. However, it has been a great day as it has gone very smoothly so far. We couldn’t be happier with the efforts of our team and the smiles on our guests’ faces,” Ridgebear added. By 9 a.m. Monday, Armond and Millie Pilotte of Sheridan had finished having breakfast and were on their way to the slot machines. “We usually come here about three times a month,” Armond said. “I don’t gamble, but I bring my wife so she can use …

. … We don’t see alcohol on the streets or in the streets. I love that. Sharjah is more religious, so you can’t buy it here. People pray on the side of the road when it’s time to pray. Peaceful, people minding their own business. People are very respectable in how they act. It’s easy to live here. They don’t mess around when it comes to drugs at all.” While living in the United Arab Emirates, she has worked for a charity organization, helping the poor and homeless, and remarried in 1995 …

needs more of it,” Tribal member Fabian Quenelle, who modeled some of the men’s clothing, said. His favorite piece was a white jean jacket from Alicia’s Designs, by designer Alicia Marie that sported a black Thunderbird motif. “It was very, very special,” Tribal member Stacey Runningbird, who also modeled several of the items, said. Runningbird said she especially loved the traditional regalia, and all the coastal designs on the boots designed by Marie. “They were so beautiful,” Runningbird said …

and Manager of Government Relations Caitlin Miller. “It’s always very special to me to meet new members of the delegation and to welcome you to the museum every year,” Gugenheim said in opening remarks. “I know it is a significant investment of your time. This is our 18 th year of the partnership and is very special to me since I am one of those who helped forge it.” She also thanked past Tribal Council Chairwoman Kathryn Harrison for the partnership. “This was very much her vision and I am proud …

answers part of this need. "We've learned a lot more about the area than we had known," Lewis added. "Re-familiarizing ourselves with the land is very important. When you put something like this up, (the signs) exist for 10 years or more, and so it's very important that we get it right." He added his voice to the chorus thanking the Ashland Parks and Recreation Department for taking the time to get it right. Julie Brown, Collections assistant in the Cultural Resources Department, also thanked Ashland …

, if the charges are eventually dropped or if the accused Tribal Council member is found innocent, pay, use of a Tribal credit card and the ability to serve on boards, commissions and associations will be reinstated, according to the amended operating procedures. Later in the May 2 meeting, Tribal Council appointed Toby McClary to fill Sheker's spot on the Chemawa Station LLC board of directors. The week following Sheker's arrest has been a "very sad" time for the Tribe and Tribal Council, Kennedy said …