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Health & Education Librarian’s trip delayed, but not denied 09.16.2024 Nicole Montesano Tribal Library Children’s author and illustrator Jeff Kinney and Tribal Librarian Kathy Cole pose for a photo during her recent visit to Kinney’s studio in Plainville, Mass. (Contributed photo) By Nicole Montesano Smoke Signals staff writer Grand Ronde Tribal Librarian Kathy Cole was excited about her upcoming trip to Boston in June. She had been selected by children’s author and illustrator Jeff Kinney …

War veteran Steve Bobb Sr. “He’s on to something, trying to see if the VA can work with Tribal governments to service Tribal veterans,” Schrader added. “As Reyn (Leno) said at lunch, why should he have to go to Salem for a checkup when he could do it right here.” McDonald received a briefing from Health Services Director Kelly Rowe at the Health & Wellness Center. “This is a gorgeous building,” he said while admiring the Native-themed carpeting. “It feels like home.” During the visit …

about or avoid altogether. If a loved one is facing the end of their life, we may even stay in denial all the way to the end -- anything not to feel. The day before my father was to go in for triple bypass surgery, my stepmother and I were in his hospital room for a visit. I asked my dad if his impending operation had him thinking about his own mortality. His wife looked at me sternly and said, "Tom!" My father gently waved her off and said, "No, that's OK. I want to talk about it." I have …

and culture." From there, Mercier traveled eight hours to Wellington for a night where he visited the Te Papa Museum. There, he met with Maori artist Darcey Nicholes, where discussions continued about the longhouse project. Two Maori representatives are expected to visit Grand Ronde for the 2011 canoe journey, said Mercier. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

, Jayde; brothers, Manuel Diaz III, Arthur Diaz, Donivan Diaz, Keenan Ulestad and Brendon (no last name provided); sister, Tajia Ulestad; and grandparents, Mazie Thompson and Mary and Manuel Diaz. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Oct. 10, at the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde gym. A potluck fellowship followed in the Tribal Community Center. Arrangements were handled by Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence, visit www.AdamsonsSheridanFuneralHome.com . Donald Gene …

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commission members and staff. Tribal Governments Day has been held for more than 12 years. “This is a day for lawmakers, legislative staff, agency directors and agency staff, as well as members of the public, to perhaps learn a little something they didn’t know before about the Tribes of Oregon,” Quigley said. “If she can, the governor will stop by and say hello.” In addition, Tribal Governments Day provides an opportunity to visit Tribal information tables and ask Tribal leaders and staff …

,” he says. “I was told that years ago, many were baptized at the church, but had left because of cold treatment. … I would like to invite them to visit again and increase their circle of friends. It is a very warm and welcoming congregation. ... Things have changed.” Pacanza, who grew up in the Philippines, was assigned to St. Michael’s in July 2017 shortly after completing Mount Angel Seminary and being ordained in Portland. After working as a journalist for several years in his native country …

, cookies and information for anyone who needed it between 5 and 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 24697 Grand Ronde Road. Since the church opened its doors to help area homeless, a handful of people have come in. Some were looking for information, while others just wanted a cup of coffee and conversation, Haller said. Recently, Haller’s wife, Sandra, assisted a young mother and her baby with diapers, a gas card and clothing. “She came in a few times just to visit, too,” Sandra said. “I …