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-on activities and discussions at the Chachalu Museum & Cultural Center,” she said. Last year, the summit attracted some 250 people from across the state, ranging from Tribal members to cultural resource firms and educators. Organizers are hoping that 2018 brings even more attendees to soak up Grand Ronde Tribal culture and to leave with the sense that it is both rich in tradition and very much alive today. So far, more than 150 people have pre-registered for the event, and the Cultural Resources …

. “This is an extremely competitive and difficult grant to get,” said Tribal Fish and Wildlife Program Manager Kelly Dirksen. “We are one of only three in the nation to get it. Winning this grant is an extraordinary achievement on the part of Planning and Grants Manager Kim Rogers. I am very grateful for Kim’s work and the opportunities he has provided for us.” According to the grant’s project summary, the Tribe will perform Coho, steelhead and Pacific lamprey counts to establish harvest limits …

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 …

the commitment to secure the Grand Ronde Tribe’s right to self-govern to control our own destiny and develop programs that have and will enhance the Tribal members’ quality of life. I am very proud to have been a part of this success through the years.” She also served on the first Tribal corporation board of directors and sat on the committee that worked on the Elders assisted living facilities. She also was known for preparing meals for all of the Tribe's early powwows. In her later years …

to Sally June Haller in Reno, Nev., in 1950, his loving wife of 63 years. Wilbur is lovingly remembered by his children, Linda Murphy, Daniel Haller, David Haller, Patricia Albertson, Michael Haller and Robyn Haller. He also is greatly loved by 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Wilbur’s family includes many nephews and nieces, and the following brothers and sisters who loved him very much: Carol Gleason, Delores Knight, Hazel Porter, Donald Haller, Edward Haller, Harvey Haller, Kenneth …

, Bessie West, Pearl Rife, Gladys Cook, Ruby Golden and Clara Watts; many of whom live in Grand Ronde. Known by many as Bobby Eagle, he was very proud of his Native heritage. He was a Grand Ronde Tribal Elder. Bob also was a military man like his father and his brother, Bill. He served in the Army and was sent overseas to Germany as part of his tour of duty. Both family and country were important to Bob. Bob married his first wife, LaWanda Fochtman, in 1958. Together they had four children: Allan …

the foundation to move forward in November. “We passed a resolution that provides clear criteria to consistently apply the phrase ‘entitled to be on the membership roll of the Tribe on Aug. 13, 1954.’ Many of the applications for Restoration Roll corrections that we are addressing today have been waiting for years. Today, we are able to move forward with their approval and bring closure to them and their families. This is a joyous moment for us as a Tribe. … It is a very good day.” Tribal members …

at the Kibbie Dome in Moscow, Idaho. He also volunteered with the Vancouver High School Science Olympiads, building balsa wood planes with the students. He enjoyed his coffee group and always had a couple of jokes to share. He was always very supportive of his wife and her hobbies. He enjoyed friends and family, and will be deeply missed by everyone. He is survived by his stepchildren, Deborah (Jeff) L. Shaw of Albany, Ore., Steven (Sue) W. Druliner of Silverton, Ore., and Pam (Chris Nash) L. Druliner …

they win by gambling. The tax break costs the state almost $6 million a year, according to the Legislative Revenue Office. The state deduction resembles a similar incentive offered by the Internal Revenue Service. Tribal Council Vice Chair Chris Mercier, Tribal lobbyist Justin Martin and Spirit Mountain Casino General Manager Stan Dillon attended a House Revenue Committee hearing on Monday, May 13. “This is a very sharp impact on Indian Country,” Martin said. “The reality is the money from those …

Culture History & Cultural Summit jettisons lectures this year in favor of 'living culture' activities 09.30.2019 Danielle Frost Culture , Events If you go Grand Ronde History & Culture Summit Where: Chachalu Museum & Cultural Center, 8720 Grand Ronde Road When : 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 More info: hcsummit@grandronde.org By Danielle Frost Smoke Signals staff writer This year’s Grand Ronde History & Culture Summit will look very different than it has in the past. That’s because …