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the two-day summit, also taking place on Thursday, Dec. 7, senior administration officials heard from Tribal leaders and had conversations about the most important issues facing Tribal communities. (Contributed photo) By Dean Rhodes Publications coordinator WASHINGTON – Tribal Council Secretary Michael Cherry represented the Grand Ronde Tribe for the first time at the White House Tribal Nations Summit held Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 6-7, at the Department of the Interior. During the summit …

the highest level. When asked what it felt like to win a third national championship with her new team, which is what occurred at a recent competition in Bellevue, Wash., Kihya said, “It was really exciting, a lot of adrenaline.” “As parents, you’re feeling just as nervous as the athletes out there,” Jeremy said. Kimberly agreed. “This is our first year in all-star cheer,” she said. “I’m definitely very proud of her and her dedication to her team and coaches as well as herself, even with injuries …

Tribal Government & News New fire station open house attracts large crowd 10.11.2024 Nicole Montesano Emergency Services Department Grand Ronde Emergency Services crew members push a fire truck into a bay during the Grand Ronde Emergency Services Station grand opening on Wednesday, Oct. 2. The push-in ceremony is a time-honored tradition of pushing the wagons, steam engines and other apparatus into the bays of the fire stations after each call. (Photo by Michelle Alaimo) By Nicole Montesano …

,” the website states. “Through our grant programs, we promote the sustainability, inclusion and advancement of underserved communities in Oregon, while being reflective of the Tribe’s history, culture and values.” It was Harvey’s second time speaking at the conference and Mercier’s first. Both said they would be interested in returning if the gaming association were to again pay for most of the cost. Mercier said she found the experience valuable and was taken aback by how immense the conference …

like eventually it’s going to be a mandatory thing,” said McKnight. “I think the only reason why currently that it isn’t mandatory is because they are expensive and it’s hard to get the budget to supply them all, especially for a bigger agency.” McKnight, who is a Tribal member, said he wanted to get ahead of the curve so the police department used an amended grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to purchase body cameras. “I figured that it’s time to try to get in front of that so we’re ready …

, this is not about money or programs. This is about what’s right. We are fair and reasonable people so please don’t let any scare tactics persuade you into focusing on what very little you might lose, rather rejoice in what we have to gain. This amendment is a step forward in uniting and making our Tribe whole. Let us not forget it’s united we stand and remember there are no per capitas, endowment programs without the membership. There was a time when we needed members. I propose that time …

Tribal Government & News Tribal member used prison time to confront her addiction 06.30.2021 Danielle Harrison People , Addiction and recovery Tribal Homeownership Coordinator Michele Plummer is sharing her story of addiction for the first time in the hope that it will help other Tribal members who are addicted to drugs. “I believe stories of recovery are the hope that we give to the addicts who are still suffering,” she says. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez) (Editor’s note: This is the first …

and a half ago, he said, Grand Ronde ancestors were forced off their land and sent to reservations. "It is an important time for us to re-establish our presence here in partnership with so many others," Lewis said. "Our people came from this place, but it's not simply a Native place. The bridge name means people, and it represents all people." "This is really an acceptance and appreciation of our people," said Tribal Council member Cheryle A. Kennedy, who attended the naming ceremony …

Gaming Casino wraps up $13 million remodel ahead of schedule 02.14.2017 Brent Merrill Gaming , Spirit Mountain Casino Spirit Mountain Casino has a new look after an 82,000-square-foot, $13 million remodel project that was just completed in time to make a public statement. Spirit Mountain’s recently completed remodel project was timed to be finished before the opening of the new Cowlitz Indian Tribe’s ilani Casino and Resort 15 miles north of the Portland metropolitan area in Ridgefield, Wash …

am a U.S. Marine, served in Vietnam, so I’ve got a lot of knowledge of that,” Leno said, departing from his prepared statement. “I think that Oregon looks at being very proud of some of the things that they do, but we need to be proud of how we take care of our veterans. We need to set the bar, not the minimum. I think the people of Oregon spoke very clear on 96. It wasn’t ‘give ’em here and take away there.’ ” Rep. Brad Witt (D-Clatskanie) said that he agreed with Leno. “I agree with your …