The Sound Transit Federal Way light rail extension opened Dec. 6, expanding regional transit access in South King County.
Vice Chairman John Daniels Jr. attended the opening and offered remarks. Eli Nelson represented the Tribe’s canoe family and sang a song for those who came to see this historic expansion.
Tribal Council Chairman Donny Stevenson shares sentiments of gratitude and for hosting Tribal Nation, Nisqually, and honors their late Chairman, Ken Choke, who crossed over n his final journey during hosting and protocol.
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe welcomed Canoe Families to Muckleshoot homelands in July as they made their way south during the 2026 Canoe Journey.
On June 26-28, the Muckleshoot community gathered once again for the annual Veterans Powwow, a celebration dedicated to honoring Native Veterans and their families.
Seven determined students were recognized on June 3 at the Muckleshoot Tribal College for completing a rigorous six-month Entrepreneurship certificate program.
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