Updates from Puyallup Tribal News http://puyalluptribalnews.net Historically, the unnamed water system that runs along Portland Avenue was known as a freshwater, fish-bearing stream connecting to the Puyallup River. Today, it has become a dumping ground for local residents. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/360 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/360 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) For the past several years, Puyallup tribal members have been accustomed to receiving a large sum of money when they reach 18 years old. At an age when the average young adult is graduating high school, moving onto college, finding their first job or joining the military, tribal youth have been fortunate enough to receive this sum of money intended to help them through their adult endeavors. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/361 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/361 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) It's now August, and that means site work on the much anticipated Elder Center has begun. "After 20 years of planning, construction has finally begun on the Elder Center. The hard work of not only this council but councils from the past and hellip;have made this dream come true," said Tribal Councilmember James Miles. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/362 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/362 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) Just as their ancestors did hundreds of years ago, Puyallup Tribal members gathered Aug. 2 for a seafood feast the day after a large clam dig to savor their spoils. About 70 people turned out for the clam dig on Vashon Island Aug. 1, collecting three five-gallon buckets of clams among them. About 50 turned out the day after for a feast featuring traditional coastal fare: clams, oysters, salmon, seafood soup, corn on the cob, fry bread, watermelon, salad and potatoes. The dinner was prepared at the Puyallup Tribal Youth Center, where volunteers used fires to cook salmon and hot rocks and wet blankets to steam the clams and oysters. Before the food was cooked, much of it came from Tribal sources. The clams, of course, were dug by Puyallup Tribal members after the area was evaluated by members of the Tribal Shellfish Department. The salmon - all 100 pounds of it - was caught from the Puyallup River and the oysters were harvested by the Squaxin Island Tribe. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/363 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/363 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTmerkkinen@tacomaweekly.com(Meghan Erkkinen) Ross Silver got a slightly later-than-usual start in the dental field. After years as a medical technologist, he realized he needed to go back to school in order to support his future family. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/364 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/364 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) The Chief Leschi Lady Warriors High School Volleyball Team just completed their first ever summer league season. Playing in the Kentwood summer league program helped the Lady Warriors improve their skills and get ready for the coming fall season. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/365 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/365 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tribal News Writers) A new bill is on the table for the legislative session that would change how found human remains are handled statewide. In June, nine Washington tribes, state representatives and bill author Rep. John McCoy met to discuss the parameters of the bill. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/366 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/366 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) Successful child country star Randy Traywick was turned down by nearly every record label in Nashville, often more than once. In 1985, the 26-year old performance veteran was signed. Warner Brothers Records took on the young, often rebellious artist, and changed his name to Randy Travis. Randy Travis' first recorded effort for his new label was "Prairie Rose," on the soundtrack to the film, "Rustler's Rhapsody." It was followed by the release of the album "Storms of Life" in 1986, and the rest is country music history. Randy Travis established himself as a singer and performer in the grand tradition of George Jones, Lefty Frizell, Merle Haggard and a handful of others. The success of his singles led to wide-spread demand for live shows, and Randy Travis next set out on an extensive and ongoing tour, taking him across the United States and Canada before record-setting crowds. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/367 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/367 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tribal News Writers) The Director of Indian Education for Tacoma Public Schools resigned July 29 to take on the role as principal for the Seminole Tribal School in Florida. Walt Swan, who served as director of the Indian Education Program for the past year and a half, was a passionate advocate for Indian students in the region. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/368 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/368 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) The Tribe has been paying close attention to their spending, while simultaneously diversifying and stabilizing their tax base. The past three years they have had a budget surplus in excess of $10 million each year. That has allowed the council to make stronger commitments to youth, elders and cultural programs. Questions, comments or concerns? Feel free to contact me anytime at (253) 573-7832 or davidb@puyalluptribe.com or come visit me at the Tribal Council offices. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/369 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/369 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(David Z. Bean) Pacific Northwest Tribes continue to hold on to the roots of their ancestors, who have navigated the meandering coastline of the Puget Sound by paddle for hundreds of years. The Puyallup Tribe, along with several of their Coast Salish counterparts, launched the annual Tribal Journeys Canoe Voyage from Squaxin Island July 15. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/347 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/347 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) Many Tribal members turned out for the membership meeting July 19 to discuss a topic that is close to the hearts of many in the Puyallup Nation: members' "18 money" - that is, the sum of per capita payments that youth receive on their 18th birthday. The subject is a grave one for members of the Tribe. Some feel the large amount discourages young members from graduating from high school or continuing their education. Others feel the money encourages negative behaviors, such as drug use or impulsive spending. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/348 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/348 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTmerkkinen@tacomaweekly.com(Meghan Erkkinen) Dear Tribal Members, For the past year I have enjoyed the opportunity to represent our Tribe as one of your tribal council members and I very much enjoy coming to work each and every day. Sometimes there are difficulties and disagreement and that's OK. It is healthy to have disagreement but I would have to say that the council agrees more than 75 percent of the time. In the areas we disagree, we agree to disagree and move forward. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/349 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/349 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(James V. Miles, Sr.) I'd like to stress how important a person's mindset is in business. The way one responds to people has a significant impact on the trajectory of one's career. To illustrate my point I'll compare mindsets focused on respect and success. A person that wants respect first and foremost likes to demonstrate their self worth and are less receptive to others' suggestions or needs. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/350 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/350 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Jim Stanley) Ever feel like the money coming in is gone before you know it? Do you remember where you spent your last $20? With our current economy instability, it is going to be more important to keep track of where our money is going and how we are spending the money. One valuable tool to help you do this is a spending plan, also called a budget. For some the word budget can be off-putting but it really is a way to plan your spending and give you a clear picture of where your money is going. It will give you ideas on how you can save money, help you steer away from splurges, and the opportunity to align your spending with your goals. Gaining control over your finances and knowing where you paycheck is going is a great stress reliever and we can all use a little stress relief. Not sure where to start? It can be a little overwhelming to figure out what information you need and how to maintain a spending plan. You can break it down into two sections: income and expenses. For income, you need to determine how much money is coming in. Start by writing down your earnings, child support, alimony, assistance and Social Security payments, monetary gift and interest/dividends. Add these together to determine your total income. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/351 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/351 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Amy O'Donnell) The Lady Warriors were pleased to welcome Emily Lee and Stephanie Pena as their instructors for the first Lady Warriors Volleyball Camp. Emily is a four-year varsity player out of Eastern Oregon University and has coached camps all around the country. Stephanie is a four-time Seatac League All Star and stand out club volleyball player. Together they teamed up to coach 10 girls for six hours every day of the four-day camp. Head Coach Audrey Adams and Assistant Coach Fullmoon Westerland were extremely pleased and proud of the progress all the girls made. Working on passing, setting, attacking, serving and personal defense in addition to conditioning kept the girls busy and hustling. Senior Gabriella Tirado commented that, "Camp was work but I learning so much." The camp was attend by; Riley Clark, Quillyn Ward, Rashinique Van-Meter, Vicky Murray, Ashley Earl, Anna Otis, Kaylee Salois, Gabriella Tirado, Cherianne Thayer and Tashina Duenas. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/352 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/352 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Audrey Adams) Dr. Sean Kelly changed his mind about being a veterinarian about halfway through his undergraduate degree. He decided dentistry was a good fit for him because it was the perfect balance of medicine and hands-on dexterity practices. It also - as fate would have it - brought him to the Pacific Northwest, where he met his wife, Margo, and they had two children, Aspen and Forest, who honor the cool, green surroundings he has grown to love. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/353 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/353 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) It's hard to imagine anything more beautiful than seeing a child you love in traditional regalia. Are you interested in enhancing the cultural reality of a child you care for? If so, another set of regalia classes are being offered at the KCC Spirit House, Aug. 12 (girls only) and Aug. 13 (boys only). Please see the flier to the lower right for details. Broadening cultural knowledge and life ways assists our youth in growing up to be proud participants in the community. When a child is strongly influenced by something positive and culturally focused we influence direction and give meaning to their lives. Children who are encouraged in their spontaneity and curiosity about Native culture are poised to develop self confidence, self worth and Native Pride. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/354 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/354 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Jennifer Decoteau) Throughout his lengthy career, guitar wildman Ted Nugent has reveled in the controversy and criticism that always seems to follow in his path. While there is no denying his exceptional talent on the six-string, his knack for penning arena rock anthems, or his standing as one of rock's top live acts, it is his non-musical endeavors that have caused the most condemnation from his detractors (his right-wing beliefs, pro-gun advocacy, appreciation of hunting animals, etc.). But by the same token, Ted Nugent is a family man and one of the few hard rockers who has admirably stuck by his lifelong anti-drugs and-drink stance throughout his career. Ted Nugent, also known as the Nuge, will be bringing his well-known live show to the Emerald Queen Casino's I-5 Showroom July 26 at 8:30 p.m. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/355 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/355 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tribal News) http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/356 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/356 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tacoma Weekly) http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/357 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/357 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tacoma Weekly) Dear Mother, http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/358 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/358 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tacoma Weekly) This is to the best wife and mother of our children a man could ask for. I would like to say thank you for giving us the best kids we could ever imagine. I just wanted to say that I am sorry for putting the kids, work and money before you! I ask that you forgive me for all the talk around us, although you knew when we got together it wouldn't be easy and you know that I love you and would do anything for you. I love you and all 9 kids and 2 grandkids! xoxo Tommy B. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/359 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/359 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tacoma Weekly) With the Tall Ships festival bringing in thousands of people from at home and abroad to Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma, the Puyallup Tribe took the opportunity to make its presence - and its thousands of years history on the banks of the Puget Sound - known to all. The Tribe honored their long-time traditions July 3 by welcoming four ships before they entered the Foss, and opening the ceremony for the Parade of Sail that morning. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/337 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/337 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen and Matt Nagle) Chuck Conway's family describes him as passionate, caring and goofy. They called him an avid fisher and an enthusiastic advocate for Native American rights. He loved to watch sports and, above all, he loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren. Chuck Conway, also known as Doghides, died June 5 after a six-month battle with lung cancer at the age of 67. After he was diagnosed with emphysema a few years earlier, he quit smoking right away, and started encouraging others to quit too. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/338 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/338 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTmerkkinen@tacomaweekly.com(Meghan Erkkinen) Budgeting is perhaps the best way to save and spend more wisely. To monitor your spending habits better, keep a record of the money you spend during a one- month period. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/339 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/339 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Marsha Lamar) Chief Leschi students celebrated their eighth-grade transition to high school June 17. The 42 students listened as members of the community, Tribal Council and school administration encouraged them to continue their educational journey through to high school graduation. The keynote address came from Elyse Umemoto, a Yakama tribal member, who is the 2007 Miss Washington. Elyse is the first Miss Washington to be Native American. Certificates of excellence and accomplishment were handed out by teachers. A receiving line was put into place as students received their eighth-grade certificates and were congratulated by the community and school leaders. Student speakers were Harley Thornton and Brian Castillo. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/340 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/340 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Tribal News Writers) It has been several months since the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Puyallup Tribe's anticipated Elder Center in January. The project has now begun to take its true form. "We discussed a pretty conceptual level of planning earlier this year. Now the design of this facility is absolutely superb," said Economic Development Executive Peter Mills. "It has grown and evolved, with input, advice and endorsement from the elders." As with many large-scale construction projects, the timeline for completion has been pushed back slightly. The original timeline for construction has been postponed from beginning in spring of this year to August. While the change in schedule will mean a delay of several months on the grand opening of the center, the extra time has provided the elders and staff time to consider more options to include and fund in the center. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/341 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/341 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) Miranda Davis started work at the Puyallup Tribal Healthy Authority (PTHA) nearly two years ago to continue her commitment to public health. The 28-year-old dentist grew up in a situation where professional health care took a backseat to other expenses, and she knew from a young age she wanted to help everyone have access to quality care. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/342 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/342 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTcjensen@tacomaweekly.com(Clare Jensen) Community members and their families are invited to attend Puyallup Tribal Health Authority's (PTHA) Health and amp; Wellness Fair on July 23, from 2-7 p.m. at Kwawachee Counseling Center's Spirit House. "The Health Fair is part of our ongoing effort to inform, educate and empower families to adapt healthier lifestyle behaviors," said Karol Matson, PTHA Nutritionist. http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/343 http://puyalluptribalnews.net/article/343 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDTnews@tacomaweekly.com(Melissa Helm)