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. There, you will find information on upcoming contractor certification training programs, a list of frequently asked questions, download TERO Indian-owned Business Certification Applications or find important contact information for our TERO staff on the Tribal campus. The Coastal Connector A new, daily public transit bus service known as the Coastal Connector has started providing service between Grand Ronde and Lincoln City. Grand Ronde and Siletz Tribal members can ride the bus for free just by showing …

in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Michelle Smallwood; her first husband, James Smallwood; five sisters, Deloris Good, Jean Bedard, Dorothy Allen, Mary Sims and Ann Spohn; and three brothers, James Spohn, Robert Allen and Richard Allen. Services were held Tuesday, Sept. 30, at Willis Funeral Service in Batesville. Interment followed in Barnes Cemetery. Pallbearers were Josh Gamel, Christopher Dickie, Paulina Rosas, Dennis Fuller, Steve Singleton and Justin Withrow. Arrangements were …

Culture Summit promotes veterans' benefits 07.15.2014 Ron Karten Culture , Events In the wake of the national controversy regarding exceedingly long waits for veterans to receive health care nationwide at Veterans Affairs hospitals, the second annual Native Wellness Institute's "Veterans Summit: Gathering of Warriors" concentrated on helping veterans - Native and otherwise - access benefits they deserve for service to their country. Hosted by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde at Uyxat …

Culture Tribal members joins Yosemite National Park staff 01.29.2016 Brent Merrill People Grand Ronde Tribal member Eirik Thorsgard began a new chapter in his life and professional career when he accepted a job with the National Park Service at Yosemite National Park in Mariposa, Calif., in December. Thorsgard, who holds a doctorate degree in archaeology from Flinders University in Adelaide, South Australia, and a master’s degree in applied anthropology from Oregon State University …

Culture Tribe celebrates 32nd anniversary of Restoration 11.30.2015 Brent Merrill Culture , History , Events The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde celebrated its 32 nd anniversary of Restoration to federal recognition as a Tribe on Saturday, Nov. 21, with a full day of events. The celebration began with a Tribal member-only prayer service at the Tribal Cemetery in Grand Ronde. The prayer service took place at the Atudship rock monument north of the cemetery. The community began gathering …

in 10 different colors. Ashley and Gene’s vision for the company is to continue to provide affordable outdoor gear while also giving back to organizations that helped make their dream a reality. Since Gene is an enrolled Tribal member, Air Force veteran and leukemia survivor, they will be giving a portion of proceeds to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, United Service Organization and the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. “Life is a journey for us all, and if it were not for the support …

was unchanged from past years, except for a few details. This year, organizers did not host an official Veterans Summit, which began in 2013 in an effort to connect veterans with their federal benefits. Due to consistently low attendance, organizers and volunteers encouraged informal group discussions. However, there were a number of veterans’ organizations with informational booths, including Ramona Quenelle (Pit River), who serves as the Grand Ronde Tribe’s first veterans service officer …

Walking On - Clifford J. Gregg, Lanora M. Young, Judy Davis, Marlena Josephine Lancour 01.01.0001 Clifford J. Gregg July 17, 1947 – Jan. 10, 2024 Tribal Elder Clifford J. Gregg passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born on July 17, 1947, to Melanie (Anderson) and Earl G. Gregg in Spokane, Wash. He grew up in the Spokane Valley, graduating from West Valley High School in 1965. Following service in the U.S. Coast Guard, Cliff took a job with Pacific Northwest Bell …

member Raiden Barry McGee passed away on July 15, 2024, at the age of 3. Funeral service details were not available before press time. Bollman’s Tribute Center in Dallas is assisting the family. Ruby Louise Golden July 19, 1932 – July 19, 2024 Tribal Elder Ruby Louise Golden passed away on July 19, 2024, at the age of 92. Funeral service details were not available before press time. West Valley Funeral Home in Sheridan is assisting the family. Daniel Leroy Haller Jr. April 3, 1968 – July 22 …

Culture Walking On: Roselee May Hall, Philip David Suderman, Erwin William Langley, Janet Yvonne (Cunningham) Taggart 12.29.2025 Walking On Janet Yvonne (Cunningham) Taggart (Contributed photo) Roselee May Hall Sept. 18, 1949 – Dec. 13, 2025 Tribal Elder Roselee May Hall passed away Dec. 13, 2025, at the age of 76. Newell-Hoerling’s Mortuary in Centralia, Washington, is assisting the family. Funeral service details were unavailable before presstime. Philip David Suderman June 2, 1971 – Dec. 6 …