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is a good firefighter. It’s his attention to detail for the contracts and agreements that come into play that make it such a quality program.” Wilson says the firefighting program is well-known and that other Tribes visit to find out how it works so well for Grand Ronde. “Some others have struggled,” says Wilson. “It takes dedicated staff to make it work. Jeff is the reason it works because he has a strong commitment to see that it works. He wants to keep people safe.” Wilson says that Nepstad’s …

. It was determined to be a civil issue. Warrant arrest occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. A female was cited and released for her warrant. Gaming violation reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency by helping Oregon Department of Human Services employees with a home visit in the area of Tilixam Circle. Domestic dispute reported in the 9600 block of Raven Loop. It was determined to be non-criminal. Domestic dispute reported in the 27100 block …

treatment, he notes, especially for veterans and Native Americans in remote areas. “In 2020, the use of telehealth in opioid treatment was temporarily approved,” Dekker said. “It has allowed us to reach a lot more people in rural areas.” He advised those doing virtual visits to have local public safety phone numbers handy in case a patient is in danger, getting consent for a virtual visit beforehand, knowing where the patient is calling from and if they have a private place to access reliable …

to help provide foster youth with more normalcy and stability in their lives. Vision to Learn National Director Damian Carroll said his organization will use its $75,000 Community Fund grant to outfit its 51 st mobile vision clinic that will visit schools and provide free eye exams, vision care and glasses to youth in need. After the three presentations, Knight and Schlappie announced the grant recipients. During the check distribution portion, the Community Fund awarded 10 small grants worth …

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States available by phone or text. The StrongHearts Native Helpline, 1-844-762-8483, is an anonymous domestic and sexual violence line for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, available around the clock and intended to offer culturally appropriate support. For ease in remembering, the number is often written 1-844-7-NATIVE. For more assistance in coping with the painful legacy of the schools, visit boardingschoolhealing.org, a website of the National …

of these. To listen to the entire forum, visit www.grandronde.org/videos/ and look under “Tribal Council Candidates Forum.” Warren-Chase was asked how she would combat nepotism if elected to Tribal Council. “I’m only one person,” she said. “But I can tell you how I feel about nepotism. I do not support it. I have been in this community for 30-plus years and I have never held any store as to what anybody’s last name was. All I know is my last name and if that’s how you’re going to lead your life …

at the 2011 Grand Ronde Contest Powwow this year held at Uyxat Powwow Grounds near Fort Yamhill State Park. Dances honored Elders who have walked on. The Tribe hosted guests from as far away as Costa Rica, and the Tribe's only member living in Vermont came for a visit. Saturday afternoon for Grand Entry, dancers circled until they were three deep under the tent at Uyxat Powwow Grounds. The stands were so packed, not a seat was available. The temperature hit 95 degrees. Tribal Culture Committee …

to get myself as far away from guns and killing as I could. When you have seen gruesome things like that, it leaves a permanent image in your mind.” Before leaving the country, he stopped off at nearby Da Nang Air Base to visit Leno. “We visited for just a few minutes, but it was great to see him there, like being at home,” Bobb says. Leno agrees. “Serving in Vietnam, when you have those connections, it is for life,” Leno says. “It was great to see him and know he was going home.” In addition …

back in the 1990s when Ed was on Tribal Council, he was acknowledged as a key figure in the effort to win over West Valley residents and business owners. He was nominated for his first run for Tribal Council by Tribal Elder John Mercier, who at the time was in his 20s. “I remember it quite clearly because we used to go and visit him at the store,” Mercier says. “I didn’t even give it a second thought. Now, all these years later, I would definitely give it a second, third, 10th thought before I …

for their own child, he says. “I brought her into one of the treatment groups that I was doing,” recalls Leno. “I introduced her and told my story. After that she was able to come in as a regular visitor of mine and just visit.” Time has brought reflection for Leno. He is now a father. He still wonders. “Even to this day, I don’t know if I was in her shoes,” says Leno. “I don’t know if I could be that forgiving. I don’t know and I’ve been the person. I know that it was an accident. I never intended …