CTUIR efforts reflect commitment to future generations
Opinion | N. KATHRYN BRIGHAM, CTUIR Chair Board of Trustees In April, it was great to see progress on several projects, some that have taken years to accomplish and others […]
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What are we learning about tribes in Washington’s schools?
Opinion | Lisa Ganuelas, CTUIR Board of Trustees In 2005, the 59th Regular Session of the Washington State Legislature, Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1495 became law. SHB 1495 was an […]
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CTUIR encourages participation in tribal committees and leadership roles
Opinion | MONICA PARADISE, CTUIR Secretary of the Board of Trustees Greetings. I want to take this opportunity to highlight the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) committees, […]
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Putting health first for a stronger community
Opinion | N. Kathryn Brigham, CTUIR Board of Trustees Chair When you drive onto the Umatilla Indian Reservation from Pendleton, there’s a welcome sign that states simply “Be Healthy.” It […]
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Your voices are valuable to the General Council
Opinion | Lindsey X. Watchman, General Council Chairman kíi híiwes qeqít’aal (it’s April)! This month’s General Council Chairman’s Corner focus is on civic engagement. Let’s take a few moments to […]
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Efficient resolutions, poll updates this spring
Opinion | By Monica Paradise, CTUIR Board of Trustees Secretary Happy Spring to you all. I am happy to share updates from the Board of Trustees (BOT) secretary’s office. The […]
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Oregon East Symphony features Diné composer Connor Chee in Pendleton
PENDLETON — Diné composer and pianist Connor Chee will bring a style that blends Navajo tradition with classical form to the Oregon East Symphony’s (OES) annual Chamber Music Festival. The […]
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Tovey named American Institute of Certified Planners Fellow
MISSION – On Feb. 23, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) Executive Director J.D. Tovey III was announced as a member of the 2026 Class of Fellows of […]
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New CTUIR dashboard tracks drought, water and First Foods conditions
MISSION — In an effort to improve drought preparedness, the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) launched a new web-based dashboard that delivers early warning data to the […]
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Photo Gallery: Two rhythms, one heart
By LEE GAVIN | The CUJ Big drums and bagpipes set the tone for the Two Cultures One Community powwow The 2026 Two Cultures, One Community powwow contest winners Tiny […]
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