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are already set for a visit again to East Africa this time next year.” Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

of all fire and emergency medical response services in the West Valley is nearing completion after Tribal Council approved a new intergovernmental agreement with the West Valley Fire District that will see the Tribe operate the fire station in Willamina for the next five years. According to the agreement, the Tribe will staff and operate fire services in Willamina starting on Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2027. “Tribal Council believes it is in the best interest of the Tribe to enter …

for putting a pause in place until everything could be sorted out. “I’m sorry we didn’t deal with this more promptly,” Mercier said. “It’s been a long, very un-fun day.” The council approved the amendment 6-1, with Denise Harvey casting the dissenting vote. Council member Brenda Tuomi and Tribal Council Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy were out on medical leave. To watch the entire meeting, visit the Tribal government’s website at www.grandronde.org and click on the Videos tab. Share On Facebook Share …

-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and many, many cousins. She was preceded in death by her boyfriend of 20 years, David Lee McDougall; great-grandson, Anthony Lee Bidwell; and the rest of her siblings; Marie Hoffman, Jerry Surber and Betty Dick. Services will be held at the Tribal gymnasium in Grand Ronde at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18. To leave online condolences, visit www.macyandson.com Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates …

strategy by looking seven-generations ahead." Tribal Council Chairman Reyn Leno accepted the award for the Tribe. "It is a pretty prestigious award for us," Leno said at the April 16 Tribal Council meeting. "It shows that we're heading in the right direction. We have several other investments out there, but this one was recognized as one of the best in Indian Country. It was a $10 million deal and a great investment. It seems to be really picking up speed and it falls in line with our culture …

at 503-879-3054 by Friday, June 1. Last year’s float, “Persistence of Culture,” won the Governor’s Award for the best depiction of life in Oregon. Will the casino sign up for another three-year sponsorship? “We’ll probably start those discussions soon after this year because there is still 1.5 years left on the contract,” Huffman says. “But it’s something we’re very happy with. You really couldn’t buy this much publicity for what we pay.” Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link …

, basketry, carving, drawing and traveling as his interests. As one of the Tribe’s best, the community can look forward to his contributions for the foreseeable future. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

Culture Walking on: Marcus Scott Gibbons, Kimberly Sue LaBonte 11.04.2024 Walking On Marcus Scott Gibbons June 20, 1966 – Oct. 31, 2024 Tribal Elder Marcus Scott Gibbons passed away on Oct. 31, 2024, at the age of 58. Bollman’s Tribute Center in Dallas is assisting the family. A viewing will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the funeral home. A full traditional ceremony and burial will take place at 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at the Klamath Tribal gym in Chiloquin, Oregon …

,” he says. “I was told that years ago, many were baptized at the church, but had left because of cold treatment. … I would like to invite them to visit again and increase their circle of friends. It is a very warm and welcoming congregation. ... Things have changed.” Pacanza, who grew up in the Philippines, was assigned to St. Michael’s in July 2017 shortly after completing Mount Angel Seminary and being ordained in Portland. After working as a journalist for several years in his native country …

to proceed that nominated Tribal Council member Jack Giffen Jr. to the Oregon Board of Forestry and increased the Medicare Part B payments to Tribal members to $145 monthly and $434 quarterly beginning in January. To view the entire meeting, visit the Tribal government’s website at www.grandronde.org and click on the Government tab and then Videos. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …