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a variety of economic diversification efforts, from buying real estate in a down market, funding biofuel efforts to decrease Tribal dependence on foreign oil, eco-tourism on the Reservation, starting ranching operations to provide meat to the casino and helping Tribal members start their own businesses. "Are we going to create an economic development environment where Tribal members can start their own businesses or are we just going to make the Tribe more money?" asked Tribal member Bryan …

at fair market value, but there are no current discussions occurring between the Tribe and Hampton Lumber regarding Spirit Mountain. Tribal member Bryan Mercier asked how much money the Tribe allocates annually to land acquisition. "There are no limits," Reibach said, adding that if a good property at a fair price comes on the market that Tribal Council agrees to buy, Finance helps find the money to make the purchase. "Now is an optimal time to be buying property with prices at an all-time low …

years old. The point is to help families learn at home. Home lessons cover many ways that help families live in their communities, said Biery. "It can be so hard to navigate. We teach how to do it." The method makes suggestions, for example, that parents cook with their children, hike with them and talk about the things they see along the way. Home visitors also focus on teaching parents songs they can sing with their children and on buying nourishing food. Every student is assessed on a regular …

these resources for Tribal members and if you can stick with it, it is worth it.” Although he is happy to be earning a living wage again, Phil said the transition from being on Social Security to working 12-hour days and trying to understand complicated tax laws has been stressful. But in the end, it’s worth it. “I have a good income now and can afford things, like buying my wife flowers,” he said. Big C Construction offers services including deck building, siding and roofing. As a way of paying …

, the housing market remained very productive. “People are still buying and selling homes,” he said. The Housing Department provides Tribal members of all income levels with up to $10,000 for down payment assistance on a home, and serves the membership across the United States. In 2020, there were 34.5 grants awarded, which included 10 low-income grants. There also were seven home medical adaptation grants, 17 home repair grants and four weatherization grants awarded. The home improvement …

seen for a long time,” she said. Vendors were happy for the opportunity to make sales to an in-person crowd again. Alaska Native Derryl Gardner traveled from his home in Puyallup, Wash., to sell merchandise ranging from sweet grass to beaded jewelry. “During COVID, we were basically just helping other merchants survive by buying items from them,” he said. “A lot of Tribes didn’t get the initial COVID money so it was really tough on people. I feel blessed that we are having powwows again. It’s …

was in and out of jail and prison for quite a few years. The last time I was in prison, I spent 360 days in the hole, in solitary confinement.” During that time, he said, “I was really able to tap into my soul. … I had a journal and I wrote down a 5-year plan. … I visualized it every day and thought about it, and put in a lot of work on my body and my mind.” Included in that plan were making it into the UFC – the Ultimate Fighting Championship company – and buying a house. Today, the house has …

the important legislation and work we are looking forward to in the next few years. I think she left here feeling really good about her visit as we did with her.” 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 Watchlist: ‘This is Indian Country 111: Oregon’ 05.28.2025 Kamiah Koch Watchlist By Kamiah Koch Social media/digital journalist Ruth-Ann Thorn hosts a series on the Native-based channel, First Nations Experience (FNX) called, “This Is Indian Country.” It shares modern Native American culture and in her latest episode of the show, she visits Grand Ronde and other Oregon Tribes. Her visit includes a segment with Grand Ronde Tribal member and carver Bobby Mercier. Mercier, an artist …

Logan is leading the preparations for the stay locally. For more information, visit the Web site http://sandiego.indymedia.org/pdj/. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …