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By Kalvin Valdillez, Tulalip News; photo courtesy of Nicole Sieminski Six Tulalip tribal departments sang nothing but praises about the Tulalip Foundation for their assistance in getting their projects up and running this year, as well as expanding their program’s outreach and services for the community. And it’s a guarantee that if we were to … Continue reading “Tulalip Foundation awards mini grants to multiple tribal programs”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News Back in 2018, Tulalip leadership issued a declaration of emergency regarding the opioid epidemic. Under this declaration all tribal agencies and departments were able to make the opioid epidemic a priority and, when given opportunity, collaborate to develop solutions. It took ample time and much well thought-out, strategic planning to … Continue reading “Pallet shelter offers ‘a new beginning’ for Tulalip homeless”
By Kalvin Valdillez, photos courtesy of Lisa Telford With the turn of the year comes a time of reflection and reevaluation. Something about a fresh new calendar inspires many to make changes, set personal goals, and take on new challenges to become the best version of their selves. Now, we all know the old adage, ‘new … Continue reading “TVTC enrollment open now; only 16-weeks, 455 hours to construct the new you”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News For the eighth consecutive year, the greater-Seattle area and its tens of thousands of proud Native American citizens celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day. Replacing the former misbegotten holiday dedicated to a slave trader and lost Italian navigator, the commemorative day to honor the past, present and future of Indigenous culture takes … Continue reading “Celebrating Indigenous Peoples, the Daybreak Star way”
By Kalvin Valdillez, Tulalip News “When building a bug out or a go bag, it’s important to get enough supplies and essentials to get you from point A to point B. Point A is the threat of danger and point B is the location that you choose for safety,” said Angel Cortez, Tulalip Emergency Management … Continue reading “Assemble your Go Bags following the 5 Cs of Survival”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News For thousands of years, huckleberry has served as an important food, medicine, and trade good to the Coast Salish peoples. Mountain huckleberry is most abundant in the middle to upper mountain elevations, and favors open conditions following disturbances like fire or logging. Prior to European colonization, Native peoples managed ideal … Continue reading “It’s huckleberry harvest time!”
By Shaelyn Smead, Tulalip News On August 2, the Tulalip Police Department gathered with Tulalip families and various Tulalip government departments for National Night Out (NNO) to connect with one another and bridge any gaps. The two-hour event was filled with community members conversing and laughing with one another, gaining information about available resources, and … Continue reading “Tulalip’s National Night Out 2022”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News “Welcome to our 2022 ceremony to celebrate our graduates,” said Rochelle Lubbers as she greeted the hundreds of family and friends who ventured to the Tulalip Resort on June 14. “We’re so excited to have you all here. Our hearts are beyond full to be in the same room with … Continue reading “Perseverance and a Diploma: Celebrating the Class of 2022”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News Educators, parents and others often place strong emphasis on college preparation and earning an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree by traditional means. But that lengthy and expensive route often means accruing a ton of debt just to enter a highly competitive job market. College degrees may be preferred for many, however, … Continue reading “Construction jobs are booming! Tulalip’s TVTC program is here to take full advantage”
By Micheal Rios Tulalip News The Tulalip Tribes annual General Council is quickly approaching. Scheduled for Saturday, March 19, the in-person gathering of Tulalip citizens may result in a record turnout for both attendance and total ballots cast. In preparation of such a momentous occasion, we thought it was an opportune time to hear from … Continue reading “Words of Wisdom from Tulalip Elders”
