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of the Oregon Racing Commission,” Brown wrote to commissioners on Tuesday, Nov. 9. “I write today to emphasize the importance of one of those responsibilities: The statutory obligation to meaningfully consult with Tribes on issues that may significantly impact them.” The Oregon Racing Commission, established in 1933, is a five-member board regulating all aspects of the pari-mutuel industry in the state, including racing and on- and off-track wagering “for the good of the horses, the horsemen and women …

on but the first one that had been hit by a car. “It’s pretty unusual for an adult,” said Downing. “An adult will usually go across the road so fast you won’t even see it.” Oregon State Police Lt. Casey Thomas of the Fish and Wildlife Division responds to these types of calls and said he has never been to a call of a cougar being hit by a car during his career. “I can’t think of any other time that I have responded to a road-struck cougar off the top of my head,” said Thomas, who has worked for the State …

and privileged to have served the membership in this position for seven years this fall,” Rowe said. “Thanks for the opportunity to be here. It’s an honor to lead health and wellness for our Tribe.” Rowe said that the Health & Wellness Center will fete its 25 th anniversary in the fall with a celebration during the first week of October. “We’ll be doing lots of different activities around the theme ‘good medicine,’ ” Rowe said. “We’re looking to put together a cultural wellness component …

there is nothing more difficult than having to pick between all these really, really good things, but there is a clear direction and focus that has been set by the board in terms of making investments in the community that really move the dial and make a difference.” After organization representatives watched a video that detailed the history of the Grand Ronde Tribe and provided background on organizations previously helped by the Community Fund, Program Coordinator Louis King read off the list …

. The issue of the Tribal flag was presented as policy INDB – flag displays and salutes -- under decision items. “You have two policies before you. One is the original policy and the second policy kind of reflects the discussion that we had with Tribal Council out there,” said Forster. “We came back and changed the original policy and put some additional language in there. So you have two policies before you and basically you have three different choices – you can vote down the policy, you can …

even open on off days if someone needs clothes for a funeral or wedding. Warm coats are also another big thing. It never ceases to amaze me that when someone needs something special they usually find it here. I would also like to thank Matt Bucknell, Education and the children's families for the many years that Matt has organized the Socktoberfest. People are so thankful to get a brand new pair of socks. Thank you everyone who has participated in giving to The Clothes Closet. I cannot tell you …

Tribal Elder Sammy Bruised Head, who walked on Oct. 26. “Sammy had a wealth of experience working with the Grand Ronde TERO program dating back to 2018,” Reibach said. “Since then, Sammy had been a great asset to our workforce, contributing and helping meet Tribal hiring goals in various capacities. We are sincerely grateful we had those opportunities to work with Sammy as she progressed along her journey within the construction trades. It is with deep sadness and a spirit of mourning that we send …

Tribal Elder Sammy Bruised Head, who walked on Oct. 26. “Sammy had a wealth of experience working with the Grand Ronde TERO program dating back to 2018,” Reibach said. “Since then, Sammy had been a great asset to our workforce, contributing and helping meet Tribal hiring goals in various capacities. We are sincerely grateful we had those opportunities to work with Sammy as she progressed along her journey within the construction trades. It is with deep sadness and a spirit of mourning that we send …

, then “committed what appeared to be suicide,” according to Polk County Sheriff Mark Garton. (Photos by Michelle Alaimo) By Dean Rhodes Publications coordinator A male who was exhibiting erratic and unacceptable verbal behavior in the Grand Ronde area and prompted the Tribal government to shut down 36 minutes early on Wednesday, Oct. 18, was found dead inside his residence during a police standoff on Thursday, Oct. 19. Lonny Roy Orman, who owned 2.5 acres off Fire Hall Road in the Grand Ronde area …

. “There was a different set-up and it was just a whole different thing. I was super excited about the whole thing. It was fun.” Allen, 16, scored a 73 on his first ride and a 66 on his second ride for a combined score of 139 points. Allen was in third place after the first two rides, which was good enough to qualify him for the short go. Junior bull riders have to stay on the bulls for at least six seconds to register a score before the judges. Allen said he only had 15 seconds to prepare before …