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people. The Salem clinic has added mental health services, and a peer recovery center with a food pantry, clothing closet, career training and housing search area. There is also a shower and laundry trailer for unhoused clients who are utilizing services at the clinic. A new mobile unit, funded by a state grant, will begin serving clients in a few weeks and is designed to be more efficient and include additional services to meet clients where they are. Great Circle Portland opened in February …

from two in 2023. Grant funding through Meyer Memorial Trust was used for that expansion. It culminated with a two-spirit/Indigiqueer installation at Chachalu called “Shimkhin,” which received high acclaim. There were several openings of new projects and amenities, which include the chinuk wawa skul, shelter villages, the Community Center expansion, Creekside Elder Housing phase three, mobile medication assisted treatment clinic and Great Circle Recovery Portland medication assisted treatment …

the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization decided to purchase a mobile unit to serve families that couldn’t reach their Dallas office. “We have seen the need for baby supplies grow and not just in Polk County,” she said. “We purchased a bus and are renovating it. The grant we received from the Tribe helped immensely with that…We are excited to expand our services.” Last year, the organization served 1,300 babies and leaders are hoping to double the number this year. During the check distribution portion …

, the Portland Area Office on Barbur Boulevard and the Elders Activity Center as needed. Additionally, the Food Bank conducts mobile food distributions at Kerleyville, Water’s Edge, Wandering Spirits RV Park and with the Tribal Police homeless liaison as needed. “We also do a holiday food box distribution for Thanksgiving and Christmas,” Ambrose said. “Those are always the Saturday prior to the holiday to help with traffic on campus. We do approximately 250 food boxes on those days…The last two years …

, to reclaim our culture, to reclaim our traditional foods.” However, Bean said, “Indian Country is grappling … against the so-called sweepstakes gaming, which is actually just another form of illegal gambling, dressed up as free mobile gaming. More than 25 states are now enforcing or pursuing legal action against those illegal sweepstakes companies.” Tribal Elder Denise Harvey, currently serving as the treasurer of the Indian Gaming Association, said, “It’s been going on for a while and we’ve been …

. “It is very unusual.” Chief warrant officers serve a unique role in naval service as they are enlisted people who are commissioned as officers and have been called to serve from their senior enlisted ranks as technical managers. Bly, 54, served in the military from 1982 to 2007, or as he puts it, “Twenty-five years, two months and five days.” Since retiring, Bly has spent much of his time traveling in his motorhome, sailing and in the mountains exploring. His favorite spot to sail is the Saratoga …

Tribal Government & News Election Board encouraging Tribal voters to mail in ballots ASAP 08.19.2020 Dean Rhodes Elections The Grand Ronde post office, located on Grand Ronde Road, is no longer staffed on Saturdays, so Tribal ballots must arrive by Friday, Sept. 11, to make it into the Tribe's post office box in time to be counted. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez/Smoke Signals) By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor Changes at the U.S. Postal Service, such as disappearing mail boxes …

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: …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Police Log - July 14-20 08.11.2022 Tribal Police Grand Ronde police station (Smoke Signals file photo) Thursday, July 14 Drug complaint reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Shot heard in the area of Grand Ronde Road and Blacktail Drive. Officers determined it was fireworks. Citizen contact occurred in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Drug complaint reported in the 26800 block of Salmon River Highway. Friday, July 15 Assist outside …

with a cover request in the 47000 block of Hebo Road for a reported trespass. Theft reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Traffic assist performed in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. A vehicle had a dead battery. Sunday, July 24 Suspicious activity reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. An individual was allegedly selling fake jewelry. Driving complaint received in the area of milepost 9 on Highway 22. The drivers were involved in a fender bender and Oregon State …