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that it be named Wacheno Park because if I could think of a name that fits the place, choosing the treaty signing chief for the Clackamas people that many are descended from today is a very worthy name,” Harrelson said. John Wacheno signed the Willamette Valley Treaty of 1855 as chief of the Clackamas. Additionally, Victoria Howard, one of the primary tellers of the Clackamas Chinook narratives and traditions who died in 1930, was married to Dan Wacheno, whom she raised nine children with before their divorce …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor - July 15, 2016 07.14.2016 Dean Rhodes Letters Dear Smoke Signals : I am writing to you today with a heavy heart. My heart is heavy as well as sad because of all the recent killings/murders of police officers. Many who know me know I care deeply about police officers and K-9s. It disturbs me that some people think it is “open season” on shooting at police officers. Police officers place their lives on the line 24/7, as was recently proven …

a great day." "It's awesome," Rachelle said. "It's like the best feeling in the world." Rachelle is the daughter of Tribal member Randy Coleman and his wife Tammy. Includes information from the Salem Statesman-Journal. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

surpassed the $16 million mark in giving. "It's one of the best things the Tribe has done," said Tribal Council member Ed Pearsall. "People recognize that we're not just this sovereign nation out here. We're giving back to the community." 1997 - Carl and Betty Lambert became the first residents to move into Grand Meadows, the Tribe's 37-lot manufactured home park. The couple had been living on five acres in La Grande, which sold the first day it was on the market. The Lamberts had been living …

kindness during this difficult time has meant a lot to our family. We apologize if we have forgotten anyone. The Chavez Family Dear Smoke Signals : I would like to take this opportunity to thank Alton Butler for all of his hard work and dedication over the past two years as our Tribal Recreation Coordinator. My department and I would like to wish him the best of luck with his retirement and other future endeavors. The Tribe has recently hired a new Recreation Coordinator, and moved that program …

for legendary Native actor Will Sampson in Los Angeles. The dinner showcased Sampson's work and legacy. He is best known for his portrayal as Chief Bromden in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," which was filmed in Salem. 1999 - The Grand Ronde Food Bank opened its doors near the Bunnsville neighborhood in the old sheriff's substation. The Food Bank was a project of the Grand Ronde Community Resource Center, which is made up of local residents interested in providing services to the community. 1994 …

Culture Yesteryears -- June 15, 2014 06.12.2014 Michelle Alaimo History 2009 - The Tribe's entry in the KeyBank Grand Floral Parade, "Bridging the Past With the Future," received the Golden Rose Award for best float shorter than 35 feet. The float was designed by Tribal Elder and Tribal Council member Steve Bobb Sr. 2004 - Former President Ronald Reagan walked on on Saturday, June 5, at his home in Los Angeles. He was 93. Reagan signed the Grand Ronde Restoration Act in November 1983 and also …

. Work for the meeting also included housekeeping questions about the best ways to work together. For example, one issue asked whether the Tribe wanted consultations with each of the federal forests separately or all at once. Participants scheduled another meeting to work out policies. If they agree to see all three national forests in one meeting, this will be the first time the Tribe has met with all three at once. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our …

Ronde in 1999 and worked for the Grand Ronde Tribe as an Employment and Training Specialist in the Social Services Department. She also served on the Education, Culture and Health committees. Pullin ran for Tribal Council six times. Her best finish occurred in 2010, when she garnered 331 votes and finished fourth out of 14 candidates. In her 2008 Candidate Statement, Pullin said her mother, who survives her, was a “mentor and role model.” Autumn Funerals and Cremations in Carson City is assisting …

and the video filmed for the CD’s title track was nominated for Best Music Video – Performance. The Looking Wolf Band of Brothers on “Ascension” included guitarist Nathan Myers, percussionist George Bobnett and guitarist/flutist Tim Yett. “Ascension” is Reibach’s 18 th release. The three new nominations bring his total to 27 Native American Music Awards nods over the last 14 years. He has won four times. “This is a great honor to be nominated among such talented Native American musicians,” Reibach …