MUCKLESHOOT MESSENGER

February 2026

Vol. XXVII, No. 2
Muckleshoot indian reservation, wash.
February 2026

2026 Tribal Council Election Results

On Jan. 19, the 2026 Muckleshoot Indian Tribe held its annual elections with the winning results as follows:

  • Virginia Cross: 408
  • Jessica Garcia: 369
  • Elieen Richardson: 311

Thank you to all who participated in this year’s election.

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Vol. XXVII, No. 2

February 2026

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Muckleshoot Tribal Council Represents Tribe at Torrey Pines

Muckleshoot Tribal Council Secretary Jessica Garcia-Jones and Councilmember Louie Ungaro traveled to San Diego, California, Aug.7-8 to represent the Tribe at the DCCC Leader’s Circle Weekend and Issues Conference at Torrey Pines.

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Muckleshoot Sobriety Powwow and Coed Softball Tournament Brings Native Communities Together

The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe welcomed dancers, singers, families and visitors from across Indian Country for its annual Sobriety Powwow, held July 24 through 26 at the Muckleshoot Powwow Grounds in Auburn.

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Seahawks Cheerleaders Bring Dance Clinic to Muckleshoot Youth

Muckleshoot Youth and teens had the opportunity to learn from Seattle Seahawks cheerleaders during a special dance clinic Monday, Aug. 3, at the Muckleshoot Community Center.

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Muckleshoot Hosts Native Fitness 20 in First for Tribal Community

The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe welcomed health and wellness professionals from across Indian Country Aug. 4 and 5 for Native Fitness 20, marking the first time the long-running training was hosted at a Tribal entity.

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About the Muckleshoot Messenger

The Muckleshoot Messenger is a monthly Tribal publication. Tribal community members and Tribal employees are welcome to submit items to the newspaper such as announcements, birth news, birthday shoutouts, community highlights, and more. We want to hear from you!


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