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four grandchildren: Violet, Amelia, Lennon and Andrew. He loved being a “Papa” more than any other accomplishment in his long, distinguished career. He was preceded in death by his father, Warren Merrill, and is survived by his mother, brother, three children and four grandchildren. Bollman Funeral Home is caring for the family. Other passings Byron Victor Labonte June 8, 1932 – Oct. 26, 2020 Tribal Elder Byron Victor Labonte Sr. walked on Monday, Oct. 26, 2020, at the age of 88. West Valley …

Tribal Government & News 61 first-quarter employees account for 728 years of service 04.22.2021 Dean Rhodes Tribal employees Records Administrator Kim Mueller, pictured in 2019, was honored for 26 years of employment in the first quarter of 2021. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez) By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor Although large indoor gatherings are still prohibited because of the COVID-19 pandemic, that hasn’t stopped the Tribe’s Human Resources Department from honoring employees …

occurred in the 200 block of Ead Creek Loop. Friday, Oct. 22 Drugs found in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency in the 29800 block of Edson Drive. Fraud reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Theft reported in the 26800 block of Salmon River Highway. Intoxicated subject reported in the 26800 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Drug complaint reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Saturday …

Road. Civil complaint reported in the 9600 block of Tilixam Circle. Sunday, Dec. 26 Unattended death reported in the 9700 block of Tilixam Circle. Assisted outside agency in the area of Highway 22 and Red Prairie Road. Criminal mischief reported in the 24600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Property found in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Assisted outside agency in the 29700 block of Edison Drive. Monday, Dec. 27 Theft reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. DUII arrest occurred …

of Grand Ronde Road. Friday, Feb. 18 Felony assault reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Driving complaint reported in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Driving complaint reported in the area of milepost 33 on Highway 18. Assist outside agency in the 8600 block of Fort Hill Road. Saturday, Feb. 19 Harassment reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency in the 100 block of Wind River Drive. DUII arrest occurred in the 26800 block of Salmon River …

Tribal Government & News Tribe holds hybrid Candidates Forum 07.27.2023 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council , Elections By Dean Rhodes Publications coordinator For the fourth consecutive year, the Tribe held the annual Tribal Council Candidates Forum using the Zoom teleconferencing program with candidates attending in the Governance Center and most other Tribal members participating remotely. Starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, challengers Veronica Montano, Chris Bailey and Matthew Haller joined …

. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Dennis’ memory to Traditions Hospice. Corrine Kay Fugate Sept. 25, 1964 – July 26, 2025 Tribal Elder Corrine Kay Fugate passed away July 26, 2025, at the age of 60. Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses in Roseburg is assisting the family. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the Glide Community Center in Glide, Oregon. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates …

Lyle Johnson; brothers Gregory, Oscar, Kenny and Frankie; and sisters Janice Knight, Vernetta Harris, Jeanette Bob and Juanita Curl. Viewing will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 26, , in the Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center. A funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. Friday, May 27, , in the Grand Ronde Tribal gym. Interment will be in the Grand Ronde Tribal Cemetery. To leave an on-line condolence for the family, go to www.dallastribute.com . Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link …

registration packet and registration forms sent to all Tribal members of voting age. October 17, 2011: Registration forms must be postmarked or received by the BIA Siletz Agency on or before this date. Registration therefore closes at 4:00 p.m. on this date. If you do not register specially for this election, you will not be eligible to vote. October 21, 2011: The official list of registered voters will be posted in alphabetical order on this date at various public locations for review. October 26 …

Culture Report reviews efforts to preserve Tribal heritage 08.28.2014 Dean Rhodes Culture , Education A lunchtime report presented on Tuesday, Aug. 26, signaled completion of a Spirit Mountain Community Fund grant and remaining funds from an earlier National Endowment for the Arts grant to help preserve the Tribe's cultural heritage. Specifically, the project aimed at providing tools to integrate Tribal language with basketry tradition, said Emily West Afanador, program manager for the Oregon …