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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From past leadership to our future responsibility
Opinion | By Monica Paradise, Board of Trustees Secretary I hope this message finds you all well, and your new year is starting off right. I am finding my footing […]
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‘Open Mic’ returns to General Council regular meeting agenda
Opinion | By Lindsey X. Watchman, chair of the CTUIR General Council ‘ee’ysni’n heetewit leeheyn oykalo (happy Valentine’s Day, everyone) from your General Council. Prayers this month for heightened compassion, […]
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From the Chair’s Desk
Opinion | By Kat Brigham, Chair, CTUIR Board of Trustees I’m now about two months into serving as chair of the CTUIR Board of Trustees (BOT), and it’s been a […]
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