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will be making. There is much too important work ahead to ever make it about anything other than good performance." Haller, 34, the owner of Wildwood Hotel in Willamina, was a first-time challenger. "Thank you for believing in and supporting me during my campaign," he said. "In the next three years, I promise to give every single member of our Tribe my all, equally. I will do my best to help our Tribe continue to advance in a positive direction for the betterment of us as a whole. I simply can't thank …

, an agriculture newspaper out of Salem. To win 20 percent of the awards and be one of only four Associate Members to win an award is very impressive. "I think these awards are a testament to the dedication, talent and professionalism of the Smoke Signals staff. They continue to go the extra mile to ensure the Tribal membership receives a newspaper that can stand with the best newspapers - Tribal and nonTribal - in the country and in Oregon." Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor -- Nov. 15, 2012 11.14.2012 Ron Karten Letters Dear Smoke Signals : My name is Kevin Contreras and my enrollment number is 3432. I am 53 years old and I just received my GED through Blue Mountain Community College in Pendleton, Ore. It took two years, but with a lot of hard work I accomplished it. I'm very proud of myself. All the doors that were closed to me because I didn't have my GED have now opened. In 2016, I will take full advantage of my …

Cooperator of the Year by the 46-member Oregon Association of Conservation Districts. Wilson, Tribal Senior Forester Zach Haas and Tribal Council member Jon A. George accepted the award on Nov. 8 at the Valley River Inn in Eugene. "This was a very nice event and a great award for the Tribe, especially as we get close to Restoration," Wilson said. "The Tribe has a strong interest in restoring both our land base and partnerships with other natural resource agencies. This award signifies progress in both …

director, is serving as Tribal Council liaison for the event. In addition, Public Affairs staff members Kristen Ravia and Chelsea Clark are also assisting at the event. "When somebody's got to rest," said Gene LaBonte, "another guy stands up and takes over. … The thing is going to escalate as it goes along," added LaBonte, who encouraged people to "get there early. We'll have lots of silent auction and door prizes. "Every veteran there is going to be very important." Share On Facebook Share …

that their families will have to forever endure; even at times feeling very alone, homesick and fearful, there are still those who step forward to take on the challenge and responsibility of protecting a nation. "All of us who live our lives under the umbrella of freedom need to be reminded that freedom is a fragile thing, so I absolutely believe that we need to recognize their contributions. They are the 'Protectors of Freedom.' " Veterans and veteran groups from the area have been invited and the Grand Ronde …

the school. "Saghaley's project did stand out," said Lewis, "and he was asked many questions by other students. We hope this opened up some possibilities for the students that they will explore later in their lives." Today, the canoe sits in the Lewis living room. "We're very proud of being a part of it," Lewis said. "There is only a small window in fourth grade for education about Tribal history, and we need to continue to push for culturally diverse and relevant education for all students." Share …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor -- April 15, 2014 04.14.2014 Ron Karten Letters Dear Smoke Signals : I was very happy to read in the Land & Cultural Corner section of the March 15 issue that the department is working on a Chinuk Wawa teaching app. Since I live quite a distance from Oregon, I've been wishing for some kind of online classes in regards to our language, history and culture. I hope this app is just the beginning of such opportunities for those of us who live in other …

was the only Tribal newspaper to receive awards from ONPA. "If you look at the competition - The Portland Tribune and the agricultural newspaper The Capital Press -- you'll understand that Smoke Signals receiving four awards was an honor," said Publications Coordinator Dean Rhodes. "We went head-to-head with the heavyweights in our category and turned in a very respectable performance, winning four of the 13 awards handed out. "The awards reflect the talent, dedication and professionalism …

the health of the Tribe. “I’m very thankful for Dr. Blome’s enthusiasm and commitment to eliminating Hep C from our patient population,” she said. “The program he has championed has already impacted several Tribal members, who have been able to access the cure for Hep C. Dr. Blome is truly a hero in health care and changing the health of the Tribe.” He created a Hepatitis C Elimination Program at the clinic and organized a promotional event that was held on May 18. Blome also recorded a podcast …