At 9 years old, Puyallup Tribal member Marissa Chavez has begun to make her mark in the world of competitive cheerleading. Read more...
Interested tenants should apply now for housing community
The eight-unit elders development on Waller Road is nearing completion and most of the units are still up for grabs. Read more...

Weaving tradition into the future
Just like many cultural traditions of the Puyallup Tribe, textile weaving was one that was nearly extinguished as white settlers tried to assimilate Native American people. Read more...
New narcotics officer to reduce illegal activity in housing, tribal community
Puyallup Tribal Police Depart-ment has a new officer. Read more...
Council Corner: What’s going on
Sounds like another song, doesn’t it? If you know the name of the artist who sung this song, let me know. If you get it right, I will buy you a cup of coffee or tea. There will be a bonus, of Starbucks coffee, if you provide me the name of the album, too (let’s try this without the assistance of google or bing). Read more...
Young tribal member Matthew Wadhwani is bringing his long track record of success to the Puyallup Tribe. Read more...
PTHA Hosts largest “Elders Only” day
“Honoring Our Elders” is a day where the PTHA clinic is open to Puyallup Tribal Elders 55 and over. Puyallup elder visitors on these days, which are held throughout the year, can get all their health needs met in one stop, without booking appointments, or waiting in line. Read more...
Caretakers of the Presbyterian Church for 50 years
The Presbyterian Church located behind Emerald Queen Casino has fuctioned as the tribal community gathering center for many years. The church was one of the few places that were open for the tribal community. Read more...
Community, Tribe gather to celebrate new ballroom
An impressive outpouring of support was shown for the Puyallup Tribe, as members of the business community gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting of a new Emerald Queen Casino (EQC) Ballroom in Fife on Feb. 25. Read more...
Households can get help with heating
Assistance available now for low-income families
The Puyallup Tribe is partnering with the CITGO Petroleum Corporation for the third year in a row to provide local Indians with money to pay their electric bills. Read more...
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