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Tribal Government & News Tribe kicking off enrollment community meetings on May 26 05.18.2021 Dean Rhodes Enrollment By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde will hold the first of four scheduled meetings regarding membership and enrollment issues starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 26. Because of continuing COVID-19 pandemic concerns, it will be held virtually using the Zoom teleconference application. In October 2019, Tribal Council approved a maximum $50,000 …

Tribal Government & News BIA slates Jan. 26 hearing regarding Siletz Tribe's Salem casino proposal 01.19.2022 Dean Rhodes Gaming , Federal government The Confederted Tribes of Siletz Indians are proposing to build a second casino in Oregon on this 20-acre site in north Salem just off Interstate 5. A public hearing regarding the environmental assessment will be held virtually at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez/Smoke Signals) By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor SALEM …

it actually was,” she said. Atanacio spent the day with Bailey and the interns at the museum and ate New York City pizza. “The canoe room at the museum is amazing,” he said, referring to the 63-foot canoe suspended from the ceiling. “And the pizza I had was awesome.” The seaworthy Great Canoe is one of the museum's most popular artifacts, according to its website. It was carved in the 1870s from the trunk of a cedar tree and features design elements from different Northwest coastal Tribes …

members, Tribal staff, media representatives, Election Board members, nominees and those nominating them will be allowed to enter the building. Attendees will be required to wear face masks. Upcoming Events Tribal Council Tribal Council meeting (22) March 24, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Food Bank Food Distribution (32) March 26, 2021 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM General Council General Council meeting (6) April 11, 2021 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM View All Events Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Police Log - July 14-20 08.11.2022 Tribal Police Grand Ronde police station (Smoke Signals file photo) Thursday, July 14 Drug complaint reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Shot heard in the area of Grand Ronde Road and Blacktail Drive. Officers determined it was fireworks. Citizen contact occurred in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Drug complaint reported in the 26800 block of Salmon River Highway. Friday, July 15 Assist outside …

with a cover request in the 47000 block of Hebo Road for a reported trespass. Theft reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Traffic assist performed in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. A vehicle had a dead battery. Sunday, July 24 Suspicious activity reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. An individual was allegedly selling fake jewelry. Driving complaint received in the area of milepost 9 on Highway 22. The drivers were involved in a fender bender and Oregon State …

Youth Empowerment & Prevention is hosting a Pajama Jam in the Tribal gym from 5-7 p.m. Youth and families are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their drums and rattles. Breakfast will be served for dinner. The first 125 youth will receive a hard copy of the "Little Acorn" and all will have a chance to win raffle prizes. 

. A memorial service will be held at Grand Ronde Tribal Plankhouse achaf-hammi at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. Kimberly Sue LaBonte Dec. 26, 1967 – Nov. 1, 2024 Tribal Elder Kimberly Sue LaBonte passed on Nov. 1, 2024, at the age of 56. Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham is assisting the family. A viewing is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, at the funeral home. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at the funeral home. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article …

Join Grand Ronde artist and new author Kitana Connelly for a transformative exploration of healing and self-discovery at the Creativity as Medicine Art Show and Book Release! This two-day event, supported by Confluence and the Native American Youth & Family Center’s Microenterprise Program, will showcase a unique blend of art and literature aimed at empowering Indigenous peoples and their peers on their journey of healing.

Register at https://www.confluenceproject.org/event.../workbookrelease/

Students collected 235 coats to be distributed to the surrounding community. Coats of all sizes available for those who need them.

If you or anyone you know needs a coat, please stop by the Chinuk Wawa Skul building behind Adult Education here on campus and take what you need. All are welcome! Any coats that are not picked up will be donated between the local coat closet, Warriors of Hope, and the thrift store in Willamina.