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. The award is the 26 th time that Smoke Signals has been honored by the statewide journalism association in the last 10 years. ONPA awards were announced during the July 19-20 convention held at Brasada Ranch near Bend. Smoke Signals also won six awards in the annual Native American Journalists Association Media Awards contest for work published in 2017. The awards were handed out Saturday, July 21, during an awards banquet held in Miami, Fla. Frost's story about Tribal member Heather Cameron …

in a press release. “We have used this closure as an opportunity to make improvements throughout the property. We want all of our visitors to experience the best of Oregon’s premier gaming destination.” A blessing and cleansing ceremony was held Tuesday, May 26, before the re-opening. During a Facebook Live event held on Wednesday, May 27, Dillon said the casino has removed less popular slot machines to accommodate social distancing requirements and capacity has been reduced in restaurants …

ranging from preschool through fifth grade on Friday, Feb. 23,and Monday, Feb. 26. The program was started to give local students and community members an opportunity to learn more about culturally significant plants such as camas, onion, milkweed and tarweed. Children also had an opportunity to inspect dogwood and ninebark cuttings, which were traditionally used to make tools and basketry. “Part of what Grand Ronde is doing as a part of the Plants for People program is to show the kids Native plants …

Culture Tribe celebrating 10th birthday of achaf-hammi on Oct. 26 10.21.2019 Dean Rhodes Events The 10th birthday of achaf-hammi will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez/Smoke Signals) The Tribe’s plankhouse, achaf-hammi, will be celebrated for its 10 th birthday on Saturday, Oct. 26. Doors will open at 4 p.m. with a meal to be served at 5:30. achaf-hammi, which is adjacent to Uyxat Powwow Grounds off Hebo Road, saw a substantial amount of its building completed in 2009 …

," said Tribal Cultural Protection Coordinator Eirik Thorsgard. "I have commented on these proposals and other similar ones. We are always seeking ways to ensure that traditional ceremonial practices are continued and that people who need access to sites can have that in a respectful way that allows them to conduct their ceremonies." Includes material from The Associated Press. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe …

Culture Mercier’s artwork on display in Lake Oswego 06.25.2025 Art , Tribal member Tribal artist Bobby Mercier’s traditional Chinook woodcarving is on display at the Arts Council of Lake Oswego’s Artspace until Friday, July 11, as part of an exhibit called “Woodcore,” featuring seven Oregon artists and woodworkers. According to the Arts Council, “Each of the artists find pleasure in scraps of wood – respectfully sourced from fallen or salvaged trees, road shoulders or job sites, often obtained …

21,” Sierra said. “I realized that’s not the type of environment that’s best for our music. Chalice Row Records represents positivity with chalice meaning life, the opposite of death.” Tickets are $10 if purchased in advance at https://lnkfi.re/zPwSU1 and $20 at the door. The Haven is located at 819 SE Taylor St., Portland. Doors open at 8 p.m. The show is for those 18 years of age and older. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest …

Culture Walking On notices -- Oct. 15, 2012 10.12.2012 Ron Karten Walking On Candace Marie Diaz April 26, 1989 - Oct. 6, 2012 Candace Marie Diaz, 23, of Sheridan walked on Oct. 6, 2012. She was born April 26, 1989, in Phoenix, Ariz., to Manuel Lerma Diaz Jr. and Denna Maria Diaz. She was proud of being a good mother to her daughter, Jayde Diaz, and loved to sing and dance. She was an active and proud member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. She is survived by her parents; daughter …

" was the 19 th compact disc release since making his first CD with a home digital recorder in 2003 in the bedroom of his then Grand Meadows home. "Tamanawas" is internationally distributed at stores and at several sites on the Internet, including www.highspirits.com . Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

the assistant administrator for the Tribe's health department. In 2001, he accepted the health director position for the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians. He was born and raised in Bandon, Ore., and graduated from Bandon High School. After earning his college degree in Texas, he returned to Bandon in 1989. He has been married for 26 years and has two daughters and one granddaughter. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates …