On Feb. 27 Muckleshoot Tribal Council welcomed Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, they shared history of the Tribe and talked about the importance of Native American voter outreach activities and engagement across Indian country. During the visit, Councilmembers John Daniels Jr., Donny Stevenson, Jessica Garcia-Jones, Anita Mitchell, and Louie Ungaro honored Mayor Wilson with a blanket, recognizing the importance of relationship and respect in our government-to-government work.
Ten dedicated students have successfully completed the inaugural term of a newly Entrepreneurship Certificate program at the Muckleshoot Tribal College, marking a significant step toward Tribal career advancement and local entrepreneurship.
Chairman Jaison Elkins, Vice Chair John Daniels Jr., and Council Member Ungaro met in Washington, D.C., with the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs to advocate on behalf of the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe.
Reelected Muckleshoot Tribal Council members Virginia Cross, Jessica Garcia-Jones, and newly elected Eileen Richardson were sworn in April 7, 2026. We are grateful to them for their service to our community!
The annual Muckleshoot Canoe Awakening marks the beginning of the canoe season with blessings, songs, and community gathering. The ceremony honors the Tribe’s relationship with the water and the cultural traditions that guide each journey.
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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