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of Native children entered the system. Nearly 1,000 documented Native child deaths, though the real number is likely to be much, much higher; lost generations, culture and language; lost trust. “It’s horribly, horribly wrong. It’s a sin on our soul.” Yet, until this year, the federal government had never apologized for its actions. “I formally apologize as president of the United States of America, for what we did. I formally apologize. And it’s long overdue,” Biden said. “It’s long, long, long …

Restoration efforts in the late 1970s and early ‘80s, and served two terms on Tribal Council from 2005 to ’11. Merrill, an Army veteran who served from 1958 to ’64, walked on June 26 at the age of 82. He was an active member of the community, having served on the Tribe’s Veterans Special Event Board, in the Honor Guard and on the Rodeo Committee, as well as volunteering at the Grand Ronde Food Bank. Their deaths were acknowledged after the Saturday afternoon grand entry by former Tribal Council …

minutes for them all to enter the Arbor and form three concentric circles. In all, 275 dancers registered to compete in the Contest Powwow’s 26 dance categories. Less than 200 dancers registered in 2016. Grand Ronde dancers won three prizes, led by Leah Villa taking first place in the Junior Adult Womens Traditional category. “It was an amazing weekend,” Ainam said. “We were prepared for the eclipse impact, but luckily didn’t have to put plans into action. My gratitude goes to the hard work …

police. Tribal police assisted Polk County and Yamhill County deputies with searching for a male suspect who fled from a traffic stop. Wednesday, July 26 Tribal police responded to assist Oregon State Police with a traffic accident on Highway 18 near milepost 23. Tribal police assisted Polk County deputies with serving an eviction notice on Grand Ronde Road. A stalking and trespass issue was reported to Tribal police in the McPherson Road area. Tribal police assisted the victim with obtaining …

. An 8-inch line extends from Grand Ronde and Hebo roads north to the Lighthouse Community Center building. The Water Association’s service area stretches from as far west as the Tillamook County line to as far east as Willamina Creek. It also surrounds the city of Willamina, but does not serve the municipality. Willamina takes its water out of Willamina Creek. Ekstrom has been working for the Water Association for 26 years after moving to Oregon from the San Francisco Bay area. After a year working …

Reported forgery in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Citizen contact occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Reported physical harassment in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Assist outside agency with a two-vehicle injury crash in the area of milepost 24 on Southwest Hebo Road. Assist outside agency with a DUII (controlled substance) investigation at Willamette Valley Medical Center in McMinnville. Assist outside agency in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Male …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Police Log -- Nov. 1-21 11.27.2019 Dean Rhodes Public safety Friday, Nov. 1 Traffic stop occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. The male driver of the vehicle had multiple warrants and was arrested for the warrants and transported to the Polk County Jail in Dallas. Welfare check performed in the 9600 block of Raven Loop. Driving complaint reported in the area of milepost 24 on Highway 18. Saturday, Nov. 2 Found property in the 27100 block …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Tribal Police Log -- March 4 - 24, 2021 03.31.2021 Dean Rhodes Public safety Thursday, March 4 DUII arrest occurred in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Citizen contact occurred in the 48700 block of Eagle Loop. Suspicious vehicle reported in the 9600 block of Hebo Road. Warrant arrest occurred in the area of milepost 21 on Highway 18. Theft reported in the 26800 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency in the area of milepost 24 on Highway …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Police Log: Dec 1-31, 2024 01.31.2024 Tribal Police Grand Ronde Police Department Friday, Dec. 1 A hit-and-run occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. An animal complaint occurred in the 9500 block of Raven Loop. Suspicious activity occurred in the area of Fire Hall and Andy Riggs roads. Trespassing occurred in the 9600 block of Hebo Road. A DUII arrest occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Saturday, Dec. 2 Warrant service occurred …

milepost 26 on Highway 18. A confused elderly driver was contacted and provided a courtesy ride back to their residence. Friday, Aug. 5 Traffic assist performed for a disabled vehicle near milepost 24 on Highway 18. Citizen contact occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Assisted outside agency with a domestic disturbance in the 200 block Cherry Hill Road. Officers responded and assisted Yamhill County Sheriff’s deputies with the arrest of the involved male. Assisted outside agency …