News Archive

An editorial in the Journal of Business published on June 2, 2011 asserted that the Department of Interior and Governor Christine Gregoire should deny the application for gaming for the Spokane Tribe Economic Project (STEP) on Tribal trust land on West Plains of Spokane County.

The Spokane Tribe understands that with a project of this size there is going to be opposing views and many opinions about the Spokane Tribe Economic Project. The Tribe respects the views of others and works hard to alleviate genuine concerns regarding the project. In rebuttal to the editorial we believe that certain points should come to light.

The Spokane Tribe of Indians Fire Management office dispatched 2 fire trucks and 6 firefighters from Wellpinit, Washington to Fort Yuma, Arizona today.

The Spokane Tribe of Indians supports and participated in the annual Spokane Lilac Festival Parade in downtown Spokane. Joining the tribal parade unit were; Wellpinit High School JROTC, Wellpinit VFW ...

Spokane Tribal Council Vice-Chairman, Mike Spencer recently joined a group of Honor Flight supporters at the Spokane Airport to give a heartfelt sendoff to Veterans of World War II as they departed for Washington, DC.

The Spokane Tribe of Indians proudly supported the Annual Tom’s Turkey Drive prior to Thanksgiving 2010.

Thank you to all of the visiting guests who joined the Spokane Tribe for the 2nd Annual Heritage Day Celebration held on November 9, 2010. Our guests learned about the Spokane Tribe’s history,...

2010 Heritage Day Celebration a Success! Thank you to all of the visiting guests who joined the Spokane Tribe for the 2nd Annual Heritage Day Celebration held on November 9, 2010. Our guests learne...

Regulatory processing and site planning are continuing on schedule for a proposed 145-acre mixed-use development on Spokane tribal-owned trust land adjacent to the City of Airway Heights. Tribal Council Chairman, Greg Abrahamson, reports that the Tribe is working closely with representatives of the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs to complete required paperwork to obtain all necessary approvals by mid-2011. Abrahamson continues by stating the Spokane Tribe is following all regulatory procedures while being transparent during the process.

Below are the notes from the monthly meetings held by council members, and attended by Spokane Tribal members as well as the general public Septembers minutes ...

The Spokane Tribe of Indians invites you to the 2nd Annual Heritage Day Celebration on November 9, 2010 at the Spokane County Fairgrounds. This event is free and open t...

  Spokane tribal labor Day fun run Walk, trot, or run Saturday Sept. 4th, 2010 In wellpinit WA $5.00 19-50, 0-18 & 51+  Free   Time:  &nbs...

Sorry for the delay in updates There is a reorganization occurring in the 477/TANF programs. The purpose is to provide the best services possible to the clients. The main goal is to increase energy...

13 Tribes – Columbia River Treaty (USA-Canada) The first day was for each tribe to make a presentation on their issues. The second day was spent on developing common areas of concern. T...

Upper Columbia United Tribes Policy Meeting Discussed the budget for this year and what it looks like for 2010. Reviewed the website that recently went on line. Discussed the recent meeting tha...

Large Land based tribes Attended meeting of Large Land Based Tribes. Tribes in attendance: Spokane’s, Coeur d’Alene’s, Colville’s, Yakama’s, Salish Kootenai’s, S...

Tuesday November 17, 2009 The purpose of the trip to Las Vegas was to start the process to put an agreement together with Warner Gaming Group. Met with members of the Warner slot department to d...

The main focus was on the Health Care; The budget for 2010 – the president is proposing 450 million above the present budget and there are recommendations for additional funding from congressio...

The Spokane Tribe has issued a response to a recent article in the Spokeseman-Review. Full details: Response to Grand Coulee Article

SPOKANE TRIBE OF INDIANS The Spokane Tribe feels compelled to respond to today’s news article in the Seattle Post Intelligencer, “GOP Leaders Call For Gregoire Inquiry.&rd...

NEW TWO RIVERS AMPHITHEATER A new project approved by the Spokane Tribal Business Council is under construction for its targeted grand opening on July 19, 2008. An outdoor entertainment amphitheat...

NEW SCULPTURE INSTALLED Tradition, oral history, creativity, dedication and pride these are the things our Wellpinit Middle School 8th Grade Class had in mind when they worked on a new art project. A...

You can’t go wrong with a warm evening, a lawn chair and a lot of cotton candy while waiting to see the Spokane Tribe’s parade entry at the 70th Annual Torchlight Parade in downtown Spokan...

SHOCK FOOTBALL AT THE SPOKANE TRIBE FIELD Shock Football fans cheered their team onto a big victory on the new Spokane Tribe football field at the Spokane Arena. The Spokane Tribe of Indians is th...

Mary Verner, New Mayor of Spokane  The beat of the drum, songs from generations past, Firefighters Color Guard posting the colors, and a beautiful song from the heart of a daughter were highligh...

SPOKANE COUNTY INTERSTATE FAIR  The Spokane Tribe continued its efforts of being a strong community partner during the 2007 Spokane County Interstate Fair. The Wellpinit VFW Post 10711 Color Gua...

The Spokane Tribe and the 2007 Pow Wow Committee would like to invite everyone to the Spokane Indian Reservation for our 93rd Annual Labor Day Pow Wow. ...

SUMMER FUN AT THE BALL PARK  This summer has been filled with family fun at the Spokane Indians Ball Park. On June 29 the Spokane Tribe sponsored its first of two special events at the ball par...

The Spokane 477 office is planning to move into its new facility located at 1025 West Indiana in north Spokane as soon as remodeling is complete. 477 Director Luanne Ferg...

The Environmental Protection Agency has a new Director who oversees the office of Superfund Remediation and Technology Innovation. James Woolford visited the Spokane Indi...

The Wellpinit VFW Post 10711 was showcased during the Fourth of July celebration at Riverfront Park. The annual "Neighbor Day" event organized by Clear Channel Broadcasti...

This summer has been filled with family fun at the Spokane Indians Ball Park. On June 29 the Spokane Tribe sponsored its first of two special events at the ball park. Spo...

Building strong relationships with the West Plains business community continued during the West Plains Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament on June 28, 2007. ...

The Spokane Tribe and the Spokane Lilac Festival are working together to build a long-term relationship. Both the Tribe and the Festival have similar values and goals an...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jamie Sijohn Spokane Tribe Publications Director Office: 509.458.6586 Cell: 509.939.5980 Email: jamies@spokanetribe.com The Spokane Tribe is excited to see ...

SPOKANE TRIBE WINS “BEST BUSINESS” AWARD The West Plains Chamber of Commerce recently awarded the Spokane Tribe with its prestigious honor of “Best Business” of the West Plain...

The West Plains Chamber of Commerce recently awarded the Spokane Tribe with its prestigious honor of “Best Business” of the West Plains. ...

MEDIA ALERT February 16, 2006 Contact: Jamie Sijohn Spokane Tribe, Public Relations Director Office 509-458-6586 Cell 509-939-5980 Today, Governor Christine Gregoire signed the Spokane...

Tribal leaders from several northwest Tribes recently had the opportunity to share Indian Country issues with potential congressmen on September 22, 2006. The three candidates attending the day-long m...

Full build out of the Tribe's 145 acre West Plains Property requires off-site water, sewer, and other essential services. Because the West Plains Property sits on the western boundary of the City of A...

The Spokane Tribe participated in Spokane's Earth Day celebration held April 22, 2006 at Riverfront Park. A traveling exhibit display was produced by the Public Relations...

Washington Governor Christine Gregoire began the historical meeting by stating, "This is the way to do business, government to government. We are here to listen to the Tribes." On April 2...

The Spokane Tribe kicked off its West Plains development first phase of a three phase project with a well attended groundbreaking ceremony on January 27, 2006. The first phase of the development proje...

The Spokane Tribal Business Council hosted historical visits to the Spokane Indian Reservation by two city mayors. On January 23, 2006 Spokane City Mayor, Dennis Hession, Spokane City Council Pre...

The Spokane Tribe's newest enterprise venture, SPOKO Fuel opened its doors to a grand opening party on July 21, 2006. Approximately 120 guests attended the Grand Opening Ceremony which included welcom...