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and low humidity expected for the weekend. Tribal Council and staff from the Natural Resources Department will continue to reassess the closure of Tribal timber lands and revisit the precaution level currently in effect for the Grand Ronde Reservation and Tribal timber lands. Our timber is a multi-million dollar asset and the Tribe has an obligation to protect all of our Tribal assets. Protecting the Grand Ronde Reservation and our natural resources is one of the highest priorities for Tribal …

Ronde Reservation and Tribal timber lands. Our timber is a multi-million dollar asset and the Tribe has an obligation to protect all of our Tribal assets. Protecting the Grand Ronde Reservation and our natural resources is one of the highest priorities for Tribal Council and staff. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this time. If you see fire, please call 911 immediately. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest …

it.” According to Indian Health Service statistics released in 2012, there is a 72 percent higher rate of suicide among Native Americans. In addition, of the 38,000 Americans who die from suicide each year, 90 percent suffer from a mental disorder, a substance abuse disorder or both. “I think originally when we talked about doing the summit we were definitely targeting the veteran out there that is homeless, the one that doesn’t reach out,” said Tribal Council Chairman Reyn Leno. “We can make …

treasures, as well as listen to all kinds of music. He was loved and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his ex-wife and forever friend, Danyel; his children, Kristine, Justin and Daniel; grandchildren, Mason and Emmitt; parents, Milton Sherwood Sr. and Hazel Porter; stepfather, Tom Porter; three sisters, Debbie, Patty and Cheryl; and one brother, Kenny. He also leaves behind his dogs, Junior and Rock. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ricky, who walked on in 2005. Funeral services …

. He is survived by his sons, Donald Jr. of Prineville, Ore., and Dillon of Metaline Falls; and one grandson, Brice. He also is survived by his sisters Rita, Lola and Vickey and a brother, Edward. He was preceded in death two brothers, Glenn and Delmer. Viewing will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in the Grand Ronde Tribal cemetery building with a graveside service beginning at 1 p.m. at the cemetery. To leave messages for the family, visit www.dallastribute.com . Dallas Mortuary …

started operations in 2008. The Groundwork Portland project, "Portland Harbor Storytelling and Engagement of Environmental Justice Communities," also features stories about people's experiences in the environmental trenches. Silverton-based Oregon Center for Public Policy received $50,000 to increase public knowledge about state budget and tax issues, said Executive Director Chuck Sheketoff. The group, which has received one previous grant from the Community Fund, holds workshops for community …

required of us by the Constitution and the laws of the Tribe. For those reasons, we must move forward. This has not been an easy decision for Tribal Council. All of these issues have weighed heavily on each and every one of us. We cannot let any past errors override the clear language of the Constitution. We want to remind our membership that there is a judicial process to appeal these decisions to Tribal Court and the Court of Appeals. We also need to be mindful that some people are waiting …

Culture Veterans Powwow organizers holding flier contest 02.19.2013 Ron Karten Culture , Entertainment , Events Organizers of the 2013 Marce Norwest Veterans Powwow are holding a flier contest for youth in kindergarten through 12 th grades. Entrants must be Grand Ronde Tribe members or descendants. Entries must be a piece of art signifying "Warriors of Past and Present." Colors need to be red, white and blue. Each applicant can submit one piece of art no larger than 11 inches by 17 inches …

with the exception of travel to and from the camp. It will be held Aug. 8-21 on the Oregon College of Art & Craft campus in Portland. Students will live on campus with a chaperone for up to two weeks. Teens 15 to 17 are allowed to stay for one week while those 18 and 19 years of age can stay the two weeks. The applications process is competitive and qualifying youth are selected by a review panel of Native American artists and college administrators. Completed applications must be received by June 1 …

Americans curriculum. Shaiyla Krebs, 11, and Social Services Manager Dana Ainam participate in one the exercises during the Gathering of Grand Ronde Tilixam held in the Tribal Community Center on Wednesday, Jan. 23. It was a follow-up to the April 2018 Gathering of Grand Ronde Tilixam. Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez The Gathering of Native Americans curriculum model was developed between 1990 and 1994 by several founding Wellness Institute members. Organizers say it has stood the test of time …