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had the best heart of anybody I ever knew, except my wife. You can't believe how special it was to be around her." Child worked for many years as a dealer in the Spirit Mountain Casino and, in 2000, ran for Tribal Council. Again and again, people spoke about how Child cared for the Tribe. Her fondest memories, she said, went beyond the hunting and fishing, cooking, beading and leatherwork. "It's all the love I have for my people," she said. "I always wanted to be a part of our people. They're …

director in place after the position was vacant for a few years has helped in the effort to streamline policies. “We want to keep our patients safe and provide a healthy lifestyle,” Rowe says. “It’s just one of those things, as the rules get stricter and stricter, we need to help patients manage the best we can.” After being hired as pharmacy director last year, Lynch joined the Tribe’s Controlled Substance Management Committee. “Since the pharmacy is the one dispensing, I wanted to bring us …

.” Harrison called Holmes at his home right after the call from AuCoin to share the news with him. Smoke Signals reported in the Dec. 4, 1983, issue that everyone would be informed of progress as it was being made on the efforts to restore benefits to the membership. “Through the Smoke Signals we will do our best to keep you informed of our progress in the development of procedures for the health, education and other entitlements that our Tribal members are now eligible to receive …

Tribal Government & News Tribal Council OKs two contracts for road rehabilitation, housing unit fix 08.31.2015 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor Tribal Council approved two contracts that will allow road rehabilitation on Agency Creek and Yoncalla Creek roads as well as repair a burned-out unit in Tribal housing during its Wednesday, Aug. 26, meeting. Since both projects will cost more than $100,000, they required Tribal Council approval per the Tribe’s Procurement …

in the area of milepost 26 on Salmon River Highway. Tuesday, April 24 Welfare check conducted in the 9600 block of Raven Loop. Theft reported in the 27000 block of Salmon River Highway. Assist outside agency in the area of Grand Ronde and Andy Riggs roads. Warrant arrest in the 26000 block of Salmon River Highway. Female subject was arrested on a valid Oregon State Parole Board warrant and transported to the Polk County Jail in Dallas. Wednesday, April 25 Assist outside agency in the area …

Tribal Government & News Tribe kicking off enrollment community meetings on May 26 05.18.2021 Dean Rhodes Enrollment By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde will hold the first of four scheduled meetings regarding membership and enrollment issues starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 26. Because of continuing COVID-19 pandemic concerns, it will be held virtually using the Zoom teleconference application. In October 2019, Tribal Council approved a maximum $50,000 …

team and gaming commission, (a) major strategic advantage both in operations and in compliance.” Smith credits the casino’s continued emphasis on best practices and strong internal controls as some of the reasons for the consecutive no-finding audit. “The management there genuinely cares and wants to do the best they can and the Tribe should be proud of that,” he said. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our …

members, Tribal staff, media representatives, Election Board members, nominees and those nominating them will be allowed to enter the building. Attendees will be required to wear face masks. Upcoming Events Tribal Council Tribal Council meeting (22) March 24, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Food Bank Food Distribution (32) March 26, 2021 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM General Council General Council meeting (6) April 11, 2021 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM View All Events Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

Youth Empowerment & Prevention is hosting a Pajama Jam in the Tribal gym from 5-7 p.m. Youth and families are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their drums and rattles. Breakfast will be served for dinner. The first 125 youth will receive a hard copy of the "Little Acorn" and all will have a chance to win raffle prizes. 

Join Grand Ronde artist and new author Kitana Connelly for a transformative exploration of healing and self-discovery at the Creativity as Medicine Art Show and Book Release! This two-day event, supported by Confluence and the Native American Youth & Family Center’s Microenterprise Program, will showcase a unique blend of art and literature aimed at empowering Indigenous peoples and their peers on their journey of healing.

Register at https://www.confluenceproject.org/event.../workbookrelease/