MISSION — The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) is considering whether to lower its tribal enrollment blood quantum requirement from one-quarter to one-eighth. The CTUIR, made up […]
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Annual gathering celebrates deep connection to the land MISSION — Nearly 300 people filled the Mission Longhouse on April 12 as the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) […]
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Tribal restoration effort returns Pacific lamprey to Breitenbush River PORTLAND — Twenty-three Pacific lamprey were released into the vast, cold streams of the Breitenbush River, where tribal members and zoo […]
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MISSION — Remembering a single word or phrase can help preserve a language was the message that reflected the evening, as community members gathered for Culture Night at the Mission […]
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CTUIR families learn, share traditions at Latit Latit excursion PILOT ROCK — Family, friends and elders hiked the rocky hills of Eastern Oregon on March 14, digging for Latit Latit […]
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MISSION — A small powwow grew into a night of celebration and community as family and friends joined hands for a round dance at the Mission Longhouse. Community members gathered […]
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TROY — In the Blue Mountains, biologists, tribal partners and volunteers work side by side to test and monitor bighorn sheep, aiming to protect the animals and stop a bacterium […]
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PENDLETON — When Ben Welch signs an Eastern Oregon athlete to his program, he knows he will get someone with an honest work ethic. The longtime Eastern Oregon University coach […]
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Sports have helped Nixyáawii’s Kirkie adjust to the new school MISSION — High school can be a tough transition for any student. Moving three states away from where you grew […]
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PENDLETON — From flowing ribbon skirts to buckskin dresses, three local sisters showcase the beauty and tradition of Plateau Native culture in their latest book. Sisters Katie Harris Murphy, Anna […]
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