December 2024

• GRIC Commemorates 20th Annual Water Rights Day
• Skyline Gila River Mustangs Win CAA State Championship
• Natasha Juan receives High School Student of the Year Award
• Big Progress on New I-10 Bridges Over Gila River
• Governor Lewis Named to TIME Magazine’s Top 100 Climate Leaders
• Sacaton School gathers for a festive Family Night
• Coolidge High School honors Native American Heritage Month
• Annual Winter Bird Count Highlights Conservation Efforts in GRIC
• A'AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Avoiding Unintended Warrants: The Importance of Updating Court Contact Information
• Understanding the PACT Act

November 2024

• Nike N7 hosts Coach Summit at Casa Blanca Community School
• Veteran’s Day 2024
• St. Peter Indian Mission School hosts Run for the Fallen event
• High School Senior to play Collegiate Volleyball at University of Wyoming
• Randy’s Donuts Celebrates Historic Water Rights Settlement with a Special Treat for the Gila River Indian Community
• City of Mesa Officially Renames Mesa Grande Cultural Park
• Gila River Youth Leaders attend 4th White House Tribal Youth Forum
• Youth Explore Tech Basics at First Hahajun Tech Camp
• GRICUA Welcomes First Nations Major Projects Coalition
• 63rd Annual Miss Indian Arizona Scholarship Program
• Gila River Resorts & Casinos Partners with GRIC Departments to provide Food Boxes
• A’AGA Something to be told or talked about
• S-uam Mashath 2024
• Wi-Fi Now Available in Service Centers throughout the Community
• Pima-Maricopa Irrigation Project Renewal Energy Program
• GRIC breaks ground on Water Projects
• U.S. President Joe Biden makes Historic visit to GRIC

October 2024

• District 7 Hosts 159th Annual Mustering In Day Celebration
• DOI Hosts Roundtable on Increasing Capital Access for Tribal Communities
• GRIC Hosts Voter Registration Events and Debate Watch Party

August 2024

• GRIC Honors National Purple Heart Day
• First Annual Akimel O’odham Pee Posh Elder Chair Volleyball Tournament
• Robotics Team Competes for National Awards in Maryland
• GRIC Urban Members Association Celebrates 25 Years
• Road work continues on SR 87 & Skousen
• Third Round of CASA Volunteers Sworn In
• Fuerza Volleyball Club Hosts Clinic in District 2
• GRIC Receives $20,000 Donation from Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation
• Veteran & Family Services Assists with Military Discharge Papers
• A Veteran’s Reflection and Honoring the Fallen
• Nike N7 Awards Funding to Local Tribal Communities

July 2024

• Akimel O’odham/Pee Posh Youth Council hosts 37th Annual Gila River Youth Conference
• GRIC Attends 2024 National UNITY Conference
• 2024 First Responder Cadet Program
• Summer Youth Awards Banquet held in District 5
• Independence Day & How to file Disability Claims
• Community’s VFSO hosts Second Roundtable in District 4
• GRIC Funds Unique New Musical Playground in Casa Grande
• P-MIP Civil Engineer Hong Mai Retires

June 21, 2024

• Memorial Service for fallen GRPD Officer Joshua Briese
• Community Run Honors GRPD Officer
• AOPPYC Hosts O’odham New Year Gathering
• Rebuilt St. Anthony’s Church Opens Along Sacaton Road
• Pinal County Opens New Elections Center in Florence

June 7, 2024

• Officer Involved Shooting shakes Gila River Indian Community
• GRIC’s OEM shares Heat and Monsoon Safety Tips
• GRIC’s ‘Solar Over Canal’ Project sets first Solar Panels
• 2024 Women in Tribal Gaming Symposium held at Wild Horse Pass
• Tribal Recreation and Wellness Hosts Fitness for GRIC Employees
• TRW hosts First All-Native Youth Soccer League
• Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51 honors Fallen Service Members
• Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, Army’s Birthday, and Flag Day
• Gila Crossing Community School Holds Annual Student Science Fair
• Casa Grande Union High School holds 10th Annual Pow-Wow
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about

May 3, 2024

• April Proclaimed Child Abuse Prevention Month at Community Fair
• 161st Annual Five Tribes Treaty of Peace Celebration
• Indigenous Center Opens with a Celebration at ASU’s Tempe Campus
• Sexual Assault Awareness Event Educates, Supports More Than 200 Attendees
• GRIC Celebrates Earth Day, hosted by DEQ
• Gila River Sand & Gravel Gets Pink Tractor for Breast Cancer Awareness
• HHC hosts Elder Appreciation Day
• Community Walk brings Awareness to Autism
• Veteran Disability Claims and VA eligibility
• Families of Korean War Soldiers Receive Ambassador for Peace Medals
• Gov. Lewis welcomes attendees to the 2024 NTTA Tribal Broadband Summit
• Lt. Gov. Antone joins fellow Tribal Leaders on Capitol Hill
• 2024 Tribal Self-Governance Conference held at Wild Horse Pass
• Law Day Festivities bring Community Together
• Gila River Team Plays Hoops Fundraiser Against First Nations Motorcycle Club

April 5, 2024

• Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo Celebrates ‘60 Years of Unity’
• GRIC Honors National Vietnam Veterans Day
• GRIC receives donation from the Phoenix Suns during MCT
• Community Member Pursues Dream, Opens First Nail Salon in Sacaton
• Student Services host College Fair
• GRIC Employee’s First Novel Wins Reader Views’ Bronze Award in Fantasy
• Native Americans long-standing service in the Military
• Climate Change & You’ lecture by Bill Nye, features Gov. Lewis
• Miss Gila River attends Blackwater Community School Award Ceremony

March 15, 2024

• Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Holds Tribal Leader Roundtable at Gila River Indian Community
• 2024 Gila River Royalty Pageant: Susanna Osife crowned Miss Gila River, Shayla Davis is Jr. Miss Gila River
• 9th Annual Governor’s Education Summit held at CBCS
• Kwi I’ivakithak Mashath 2024
• GRIC Leadership and Departments Travel for member Outreach
• CASA/GAL Volunteer Program imprints on the life of a Community member
• Charter School Students Perform at State Capitol
• 48 Years on Tanks: GRIC Veteran Returns Home
• Celebrating March as Women’s History Month
• Flag Breathing Ceremony for Ira H. Hayes & Kenneth Hayes

March 1, 2024

• Gila River Honors 79th Iwo Jima Flag Raising Anniversary
• Post 84 hosts Veterans Banquet
• Farewell Celebration held for Gila River Royalty
• Elders enjoy Prom Night held in District 5
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Tribal Health Dept. Hosts 5k Run/Walk Series in District 2
• 48 Years on Tanks: GRIC Veteran Returns Home
• Flag Breathing Ceremony for Ira H. Hayes & Kenneth Hayes
• VA Benefits, National K9 Day, Vietnam War Veterans Day, and U.S. Flag folding
• Gov. Lewis shares GRIC’s commitment to Green Energy at White House Roundtable
• Lt. Gov. Antone attends Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Terminal at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

February 16, 2024

• Bureau of Indian Education visits GRIC Schools
• AOPPYC attends UNITY Midyear
• Three Special Advocates for Children Sworn In
• Akimel O’otham Verbs of Ñei & Ñeid 2024
• TRW partners with fellow Tribes to develop Youth Sports League
• Skyline Gila River Celebrates Senior Night
• Gov. Lewis featured as panelist for 2024 Wiring the Rez

February 2, 2024

• Gila River Indian Community's 2024 Inauguration
• Department of Transportation Awards $93 Million for INFRA Grant for I-10 Widening Project within the Gila River Indian Community
• GRRC hosts ‘The Major’ Annual Golfing for Wellness Event
• Akimel O’otham Farming presented during HHC Winter Speaker Series
• Remembering the SS Dorchester & Recognizing Women Marines
• Tribal Youth Participate in Soccer Clinic

January 19, 2024

• 29th Annual Indian Nations & Tribes Day
• Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs’ State of the State Outlines Priorities
• TRW’s Newest Addition to the Team spotlight
• GRIN Welcomes New Student Intern
• Iwo Jima Flag Raising Parade and Ceremonies will return to Sacaton
• Assistance for Veterans: History of United Service Organizations (USO)
• Unlocking Opportunities: NTS Introduces Fiber Install Apprenticeship
• Auppa I’ivakithak Mashath 2024-I:mik II
• Education Forward hosts Annual Leadership Symposium
• Crossing Thresholds: O’otham Artists Create Art at NASCAR in Honor of Native American Heritage Month
• GRIC Sponsors the Herberger Theater’s New Musical: Islander
• Tribal Leaders convene for first-ever Indian Nations & Tribes State of the State Address

January 5, 2024

• GRIC Officials Sworn into Office
• Gila River Police Department holds Awards Banquet
• Respected Associate Judge Janice Breckenridge Retires
• Native Americans in the Military: Recognizing Code Talkers and Thunderbirds
• PIMMEX Contracting donates to annual Toy Drive

December 15, 2023

• GRIC celebrates 19th Annual Water Rights Day
• Community Breaks Ground on Phase 2 of History-Making Solar Energy Project
• Sacaton Market Breaks Ground in District 3
• St. Peter Celebrates Centennial with Mass, Food, Games and More
• GRRC Employee Completes Third Mentorship
• GRIC Gold Star families honored at Coolidge Veterans Day Parade
• Recognizing Space Force & Wreaths Across America
• GRIC attends 2023 Colorado River Water Users Association
• S-ko:mag Mashath 2023 - I:mik
• Actor Tatanka Means talks with the GRIN

December 1, 2023

• 25th Annual Elder Day Celebration Returns
• GRIC Youth Leaders Attend White House Tribal Youth Forum
• Remembering Pearl Harbor
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Training for Early Childhood Educators features Gov. Lewis

November 17, 2023

• Gila River Indian Community Signs Historic Agreement for Solar-Over-Canal Project
• St. Peter Indian Mission School hosts Annual Run for the Fallen
• Honoring Veterans in GRIC: A Commemoration of Service
• GRIC becomes first Tribal Community in the State to have National CASA Certification
• Gov. Lewis speaks at Water Conservation Event
• Lt. Gov. Antone serves as Panelist for State of ReformHealthPolicyConference
• Natural Resources and Energy Law Program welcomes Gov. Lewis
• GRIC Employee recognized at Community Council Meeting
• S’edav Va’aki Museum holds Renaming Ceremony

November 3, 2023: 

• The Akimel O’otham Weaver’s Circle: A Space for Weavers to Thrive

• Skyline Gila River Holds First Homecoming Football Game 

• Phoenix Symphony Orchestra Strikes Chords of Inspiration at CBCS

• AOPPYC Inauguration Welcomes New Members and  Leadership 

• Community Youth Springs into Action at Oklahoma State Fair

• ‘Monster Mash’ Brings Frights and Delights for the Community

• Tribal Health Symposium Focuses on Wellness with Cultural Awareness

• Career Fair Provides New Pathways for Success

• Gov. Lewis Shares Tribal Leadership Experience with Policy Students at Grand Canyon University’s ‘Public Square’ Series

   

October 20, 2023:

• Legacy of Military Service Honored in District 5 for Community Veteran
• Art, Poetry Contest Aims to Shed Light on Suicide and Prevention
• Chief Azul Day Returns, Honors Last Traditional Leader 
• 62nd Annual Miss Indian Arizona Program Showcases Tribal Talent
• Veteran’s Corner
• Navigating the Fraudulent Sober Living Home Crisis
• Huhugam Heritage Center - S-he:pijig Mashath - He’ekia? How many? 
• U.N. Representative Visits GRIC, Tours Heritage Center
• October Designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month by Gov. Hobbs
• Eddie Basha Collection to be donated to two metro Phoenix museums
• Missing Person Identification Project helps GRIC Families 
• Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2023 Indigenizes the Valley
• Nike Store and Nike N7 host youth for “Only Basketball” 
• “Beauty of Native Art” showcased at Native American Connections Parade
• Project Dream Catcher Elevates Female Native Entrepreneurs 
• Defense Services Office celebrates its 20-year Anniversary
• District 6 Gathering continues preservation of O’otham Indigeneity

October 6, 2023: 

• Honoring a Legacy: William “Billy” Allen Inducted into the Casa Grande Union High School Hall of Fam
• GRIC Hosts NAFOA Fall 2023 Finance & Tribal Economies Conference at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
• Skateboard Trade Up Makes for a Great Evening in District 5
• Skyline Gila River Mustangs Show Promise at First Tackle Football Home Game 
• Veteran’s Corner - October 2023
• CSD Staff enjoy a day of games and appreciation
• Huhugam Heritage Center - Vashai Gakithag Mashath – Dry Grass Month/Moon
• Arizona Cardinals Donates $5,000 to the Gila River Fire Dept. 
• Gila River Indian Community Praises Decision to Block Voter Suppression Laws in Arizona
• GRIC and ASU’s Indian Legal Clinic partner to assist with Estate Planning

September 15, 2023: 

• District 7 Welcomes Community Back for 158th Annual Mustering In Day Celebration 

• INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY PHX FEST RETURNS TO “INDIGENIZE THE VALLEY” WITH A VIBRANT CELEBRATION OF ART, MUSIC, FILM & FOOD 

• Mud Dash challenges all for a messy good time

• Veterans Corner - POW MIA Recognition Day 2023  

• Community members learn how music helps with memory loss

• U of A kicks off football season with Land Acknowledgment

• Gila River EMS Substation Opens in District 7

• Lt. Gov. Monica Antone welcomes new GRIC workforce

• Interior Department Announces First Indian Youth Service Corps Grant Awards

August 18, 2023:

• Luncheon Honors Purple Heart Recipients
  
• TED in-service inspires GRIC educators and administrators
• One Way Sky goes unplugged at Heard Museum’s First Friday
• GRIN attends IJA Media Conference
• Arizona tribal members seek sobriety, instead find fraud

July 21, 2023: 

• Gathering Celebrates 75th Anniversary of the Native Right to Vote

• 36th Annual AOPPYC Youth Conference returns in person

• Artist Donates Artwork that recognizes the MMIP Crisis

• Sineca Jackson to serve as UNITY Regional Rep. 

• Ballet class promotes healthy movement and confidence 

• Gardening helps green thumb cultivate healthy habits 

• GRPD showcases the nature of Community First Responders

• Community Sponsors “Gila River” Basketball Teams Before NABI  

• Biden-Harris Administration Investing $120 Million to Support Tribes Dealing with the Impacts of the Climate Crisis
  
  

July 7, 2021 Articles: 

• In historic first, Vice President Kamala Harris visits Gila River Indian Community

• TED Graduation Banquet honors 2023 Graduates

• GRRC hosts Grand Opening Ceremony for New Santan Mountain Casino 

• WIOA First Responder Program instills career training for youth

• Preparing for Monsoon Storms and Effects this summer

• Phoenix Suns host annual Basketball camp for youth

• Community Gathers to Celebrate the O’otham New Year

• Veterans gather for education and VA updates June 27

• Skaters head to District 4 for Go Skateboarding Day
  
  

June 2, 2023 Articles:

• The Community Serves as Key Partner for Water Conservation

• 44 Students Honored at 2023 Chief Azul Awards Ceremony

• GRRC Opens Doors for tour of the new Santan Mountain Casino

• Maricopa High School Basketball star lands Full Scholarship 

•  Casa Grande Union High School Celebrates 2023 Graduation

•  Skyline Gila River Promotions bring joy for families 

•  Maricopa Comm. Colleges Hold American Indian Convocation

•  Angel Marquez honored as First GRIC 

  Valedictorian  at Coolidge High School  Graduation

•  Students explore Career options at Vocational Resource Fair 

•  Secretary of Energy visit highlights $34 Million in funding for Tribal Communities

•  Gila River Sand and Gravel Open New Building

•  ASU Breaks Record for American Indian Graduates

•  St. Peter Indian Mission School Celebrates students success 

•  40 Students Promoted from Sacaton Middle School

• Blackwater Community School sees 51 Students Promote  

•  200 Students further their educational journey from GCCS

• Casa Blanca Community School promotes 100 students

    

May 19, 2023 Articles:

• Gila River Indian Community Breaks Ground on Historic Reclaimed Water Pipeline Project To Help Address Colorado River Drought
• GRIC COVID-19 Task Force Reflects on Its Work
• Tribes Gather to Address MMIP Crisis May 5
• The Caring House host inaugural remembrance services for MMIP
• THD turns up the heat at Community Salsa Contest
• ‘Well for Culture’ Founders Lead Workshop at Cahokia
• Tribal, State Leaders Applaud Gaming’s Nearly $2 Billion in Benefits
• GRIC Hosts National Tribal Forum on Air Quality
• GRIC Hosts 6th Annual Women in Tribal Gaming Symposium
• State’s MMIP Task Force holds first meeting

May 5, 2023 Articles:

• GRIC recognizes MMIP Awareness Day, addresses new important issues
• GRIC Youth receives Boys & Girls Club ‘Youth of the Year’
• Elder Appreciation Day returns at Huhugam Heritage Center
• GRIC employees walk in honor of MMIP
• DEQ’s Earth Day Celebration returns
• TRW hosts first Duathlon for GRIC Youth and Adults
• Twenty years of service and milestone, recognized by Community
• GRIC Dept. Director’s Meeting resumes in-person
• GRRC-Vee Quiva Re-opens Bingo Hall with Community and Elder Event
• NABI debuts anniversary jersey at final Suns ORIGINATIV game
• Lt. Gov. Antone attends ‘Skybridge’ Groundbreaking
• Maricopa Village Community School Family Gathering

April 21, 2023 Articles: 

• Gila River Indian Community Enters into three Major Agreements with Department of the Interior to Address Drought Conditions on Colorado River

• Five Tribes Treaty of Peace Celebration Returns

• President Biden Advisor Susan Rice tours GRIC

• ‘Share Your Voice’ shares information and awareness for SAAM

•  GRIC youth crowned at Phoenix Union High School District royalty pageants

• Velia Moncada joins GRIN staff

• Five Tribes Treaty of Peace Chair Volleyball Tournament draws many teams to District 7

• Community prepares for MMIP Awareness Day

• Lt. Gov. speaks during Arizona Gov. Hobbs’ ‘First 100 Days in Office’ address

   

April 7, 2023 Articles:

• 59th Annual Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo returns to Community

• Basketball team welcomes motorcycle club sponsor

• ‘Ira Hayes Social Pow Wow’ returns, honors late former GRIC Gov. Dana Norris Sr.

• Remembering Lori Piestewa on 20th Anniversary

• Governor’s Education Summit examines GRIC education
• Arizona Rep. Gallego hosts MMIP roundtable 

March 3, 2023 Articles:

• 2022-2023 Gila River Royalty Court Bids Farewell
• GRIC Veterans Killed in Action Honored at Run for the Fallen
• GRIC Student Receives CAA Football Award
• UAII Youth Visit GRIC Prior to UNITY Mid-Year
• 6th Annual “Shred in the Name of Love” Skateboard Contest Returns
• American Legion Post 84 Honors Iwo Jima Flag-Raising
• A'AGA

February 3, 2023 Articles:

• Gov. Lewis Welcomes Super Bowl LVII with Historic Land Acknowledgement
• ‘Super Goal 2023’ Donates 5,000 Backpacks to GRIC Schools
• Nike N7 Inspires Native Youth Through Sports Camps
• 78th Annual Iwo Jima Flag Raising Parade Canceled for 2023
• St. Peter Indian Mission School Plans A Day of Remembrance
• Native American Connections Opens New Shelter for Youth
• Māori Delegation Travels to U.S. to Meet with Tribes about Water
• Tribal Leadership Welcomes Super Bowl LVII Teams to the Valley
• “I:b’thak Tash” Celebrates Heart Health Month
• GRIC’s Judicial System Becomes Model for Other Tribes

February 3, 2023 Articles:

• Sec. of Interior Haaland Hosts ‘Road to Healing’ Listening Session
• Ceremony Celebrates Blackwater Trading Post Returning to GRIC Control
• GRIC Royalty Hosts Winter Gathering
• Native Artists Learn the Value of Culture Through the Arts
• Ira H. Hayes Memorial Library gets New look
• 59th Annual Mul-Chu-Tha Fair Returns After Two-Year Absence
• Tribal Broadband Bootcamp Fosters Digital Solutions 

January 20, 2023 Articles:

• District 5 Hosts FIRST Lego League Competition
• Community Honors Ira H. Hayes’ 100th Birthday
• Arizona Cardinals Host Football Clinic for GRIC Youth
• GRIC Member Awarded 2023 Corps Member of the Year
• Arizona Tribal Legislative Day 2023 
• Gov. Lewis Attends 56th Arizona Legislature Opening Day
• Gov. Lewis Honors Hawaiian Artists at Heard Museum

• Displays of Strength Found at TRW Squat Challenge

January 6th, 2023 Articles:

• GRIC Leadership Attend Inauguration for Gov. Hobbs
• TED College Visits Inspire Next Generation GRIC Scholars
• AOPPYC Community Clean Up Efforts Continue
• TRW & BPSC Partner to Keep Children Active During Winter Break
• Families Learn New Steps at Christmas Dance Party
• More than 850 Families Get Special Deliveries for Christmas
• SLA Rolls Out Donations for GRIC Youth
• GRICUMA Gather for Holidays & Health

Decemeber 16, 2022

• 2022 Water Rights Day Celebration 
• Phoenix Suns Recognize GRIC at ‘ORIGINATIV’ Game
• MGR Donates Blankets to Caring House
• GRIC Members Receive ‘Outstanding Community Health Representative of the Year’ Awards
• A’AGA
• Community Bike Ride Honors Water Rights Day
• MVP Drew Powell Joins Flag Football Clinic
• Gov. Lewis, Sen. Sinema Discuss Water Issues at ITCA Roundtable
• GRIC Featured in New Exhibit at the Heard Museum
• ASU Fall American Indian Convocation
• Community Gathers for DEQ Winter Bird Count 

December 3, 2022

• GRHC Photo Exhibition Debuts at the University of Arizona 
• GRIC Member Collects Christmas Donations for O’otham in Mexico
• Revolt Run Returns, Honors O’otham Revolt of 1751
• GRIC Member Launches “Save Our Stages” Concert Series 
• A’AGA
• Jiviik Siiki Completes New York City Marathon 
• Arizona Cardinals Donate Funding to Gila River Fire Dept. 
• Lt. Gov. Antone Highlights GRHC and GRIC at Tribal Health Symposium
• Linda Paloma Soto Presented as Assistant Administrator for Caring House

November 18, 2022

• Community Celebrates Veterans Day
• GRIC Veterans Attend NMAI Memorial Dedication
• Women’s Prayer Run Returns In-Person
• Billy Mills Visits Skyline Gila River High School
• Promotional Ceremony Held for Marine Sgt. Sage Etsitty Jr.
• GRIC Leadership Attends Native Veterans Celebration at the Pentagon 
• Lt. Gov. Antone Speaks at Native American Women’s Conference 
• The Late Rodney B. Lewis Recognized by Indian Gaming Association
• Arizona Cardinals Continue Football Camps for Youth
• Nov. 8 Midterm Elections Motivate Community Voters 
• AOPPYC President Attends White House Tribal Youth Summit
• Phoenix Suns Honor Native American Heritage Month

November 4, 2022

• Community Breaks Ground on New Police Department
• Get Out The Vote Rallies Draw Candidates to Community 
• AOPPYC Inauguration Ushers in 2022 Cohort
• Teaya Enos Advances to Assistant Director Position at GRRC
• Tribal Leaders Take Historic Steps to Engage in the Nov. 8 Elections
• Gov. Lewis Honored at Silver and Turquoise Ball
• New District 3 Homes Turned Over for Community Families 
• Social Gatherings Offers Cultural Teachings for GRIC Youth
• TRW Trail of Doom Gathers Thousands for Frightful Time

October 21, 2022

• GRIC Declares Oct. 10 “Porter and Johnson Day”
• MMIP Study Committee Begin Public Hearings on Tribal Lands 
• MGR Court Participates in NAC Parade
• Miss Indian Arizona Scholarship Pageant Returns In-Person 
• Art, Music & More Showcased at Indigenous Peoples’ Day Phoenix Fest
• “Restoring the Balance” Exhibits GRIC Artists’ Work 
• Growing Readers and Building Families
• DNC Chair Visits GRIC to Discuss Elections with Leaders
• Community Announces it is Moving Forward with Agreements to Fund Solar Covered Canal Pilot Project on the Gila River Indian Community
• O’odham Veterans Celebration Returns
• GRHC Hosts Vaccine Event & Health Fair

October 7, 2022

• GRIC Leaders Attend Women’s Leadership Forum Conference in Nation’s Capital 
• Arizona Coyotes Debut GRRC Patch on Home Jersey
• Voter Registration Events Begin in Community
• Miss Indian Arizona Looks Back at 2021-22 Reign
• ADOT Holds Public Hearing on I-10 Expansion
• State-of-the-Art Facility Coming for Gila River Police Dept.
• Glow-in-the-Dark Volleyball Tournament Kicks off “Road to Trail of Doom”
• Women’s Prayer Run Day Camp
• Phoenix Rising FC Match Celebrates GRIC, Indigenous Peoples’ Day

September 16, 2022

• COVID-19 Community update for Fall 2022
• Phoenix Rising FC Match Recognizes IPD
• Nutrition Coalition hosts cooking demo
• Fitness community prepares for “Day of the Deadlift”
• In-person wellness activities resume for Tribal Health Dept.
• TED Culture & Language Program concludes sewing class
• Yes to Life! promotes Suicide Prevention Awareness

September 2, 2022

• GRIC Proclaimed a “Purple Heart Community” 
• GRRC Hosts Inaugural Women’s Leadership Conference
• Jude Schimmel Joins TRW Youth Basketball Clinic
• Tribal Recreation and Wellness Host Elder Fest
• Gov. Lewis Encourages Future Native American Journalists at NAJA
• Boys & Girls Club- Gila River Komatke Branch Featured at AZ Cardinals Halftime Show
• A’AGA

August 19, 2022

• Tribal Leaders Meet with U.S. Sec. of Transportation Pete Buttigieg
• Construction Completed for 24 New Homes in District 4 
• Community-Based Dance Classes Provide Physical, Mental Benefits for Students
• Women’s Prayer Run Offers Prayers for Gratitude
• Tribal Education Department Hosts Sewing Classes
• Serious About Socks Completes Annual Sock and Shoe Drive
• 2022 Mustering In Day Returns With Smaller Celebration

August 5, 2022

• Canal 10 Project Will Conserve, Preserve Water for Community
• 19th Annual NABI Championship Games Takes National Stage
• GRIC Artist Completes Latest Mural in Downtown Phoenix
• GRIC Yo-Yo Champ Competes Nationally
• Gathering Offers Healing for Cancer Survivors and Families
• AOPPYC Members Attend UNITY 2022 Conference
• Huhugam Heritage Center Open for Private Tours
• Governor Lewis Lands Key Committee Appointment
• Indian Gaming Association Chairman Stevens Visits GRIC
• GRIC Graduates Honored Via Zoom
• NABI Education Summit For Youth Athletes
• Nike at Wild Horse Pass Hosts NABI Players, Hoops Stars
• GRIC Member and MMA Fighter Deran Martinez Makes Pro Debut

July 15, 2022

• District 3 Multipurpose Building Grand Opening
• Vaccine Cohort Expands for Children
• 2022 Go Skateboarding Day
• Jonella Rivers Joins GRIN for Summer Internship
• Digital Connect Initiative Assists GRIC Elders
• ASU INSPIRE Summer Camp Hosts Native Youth
• Annual State Bar of Arizona Convention Highlights Tribal Gaming
• Over 70 GRIC Employees Recognized for Years of Service 
• Community Celebrates Fourth of July
• All-Indigenous Documentary Premieres at Heard Museum
• GRIC Youth Attend Phoenix Suns Basketball Camp  
• GRIC Royalty Attend NCAI Conference in Alaska 

June 17, 2022

• COVID-19 Community Update for Summer
• GRIC Cyclist Gather for Bike Tours
• Annual Employee Health & Fitness returns
• GRIC Member Holds Annual Sock Drive
• GRIC Member Exhibits Work at Phoenix Art Museum

June 3, 2022

• P-MIP Breaks Ground on Canal 14 in District 5
• GRIC Assists in Development of Land Acknowledgement Statement for Heard Museum
• Rep. Tom O’Halleran Presents Gila River Indian Community With $915,000 Federal Award To Upgrade Roadway Signage, Protect Drivers, Community Members
• Arizona Diamondbacks Host Annual NARD Game 
• Beat the Heat and Enjoy the New Topgolf Swing Suites
• Gila Crossing Community School Holds First In-Person Promotion at New School
• Sacaton Middle School Promotes 51 Students for the Class of 2022 
• Blackwater Community School Holds Outdoor Promotion for Fifth Grade Class
• Casa Blanca Community School Holds 2nd Annual Promotion Parade 

May 20, 2022

• State Funding Approved to Widen, Expand I-10
• Hundreds Join Events to Draw Attention for MMIP
• Gila River and OEM Prepare for 2022 Monsoon Season
• Memorial Event in District 5 Honors Elders with Balloon Release
• ASU Graduates Largest Class of Native Students
• 2022 Chief Azul Awards Held In-Person
• Caring House Receives Five -Star Rating from CMS
• District 7 Singer “iiwaa” Receives Excellence in Music Award in Flagstaff
• Skyline Gila River Holds First In-Person Graduation in New Campus

May 6, 2022

• Gila River Indian Community Recieves $4.4 Million Grant to Expand Broadband as Federal Officials Announce
• $77 Million in New Tribal Infrastructure Resources
• May 5 Marked First Anniversary Recognizing Missing and Murdered Indigenous People
• GRIC Members Help Preserve Huhugam History at Casa Grande Ruins
• USDA Launches Grants for Rural and Tribal Communities for Increased Healthcare Improvements
• District 5 Residents Celebrate Earth Day with Cleanup
• Community Members’ Contributions Recognized on Earth Day
• Gila River EMT Brett Woodard Retires after 32 Years
• Arizona Cardinals Team Up with Gila River Resorts & Hotels to Host Football Camp
• 12 Students Honored with Scholarships at Annual Benefit Dinner 
• Ira H. Hayes American Legion Auxiliary Unit 84 Members Gather to Celebrate Service

April 15, 2022

• Hybrid 2022 Gila River Royalty Pageant Held In Person, Streamed
• Vietnam Veterans Honored at Gathering
• Fourth COVID-19 Booster Now Available
• Former Jr. Miss Gila River Competes at Health Care Conference
• Cutting-Edge New Sign at Wild Horse Pass Casino Makes a Huge Statement
• Phoenix Rising Continues Another Year at Wild Horse Pass Location
• District 1 Opens New, Larger Senior Center Building
• District 1 Green Thumb Cultivates Wellness at Senior Center

April 1, 2022

• Casa Blanca School Hosts National Congress of American Indians 
• Agricultural Conference Held at Wild Horse Pass 
• GRIC Members Receive Nearly $2 Million in Federal Rental Aid 
• COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Program Deadline Extended 
• GRIC Wellness Center Reopens with Upgrades to Floor and Fitness Equipment 
• Community Provides Mobile COVID-19 Tests Required for In-Person Learning 
• New Immersive “Artopia” Display in Phoenix Features GRIC Artists 
• ASU Lecture Series Highlights GRIC History and Culture 
• Community Members Reflect on now demolished Arts and Crafts Center 

March 18, 2022

• First Lady Jill Biden Visits the Gila River Indian Community, Greeted by Traditional Basket Dancers
• GRIC Member Contributes to Team’s Run at State Championships

• Jr. Miss Gila River Sineca Jackson Hosts Virtual Farewell, Reflects on Two-Year Reign

• GRIC Artists Band Together for the Love of Art and Skateboarding 

• Kwi I’ivakithag Mashath, Examples of Oob No’ok (Mountain Pima)

   

   

March 4, 2022

February 22, 2022

• 7th Annual Governor’s Education Summit Held in Advance of In-Person Schooling 
• Governor Lewis Elected Secretary of National Congress of American Indians 
• “Examining COVID-19 with Dr. Santiago” Takes Community Members Inside the Pandemic
• Proposed Revisions to Decriminalize Marijuana on the Community
• HealthCorps Teens Support Families in Need in the East Valley and GRIC
• Text-alert Service Keeps GRIC Members Informed, Speeds Up Emergency Response Times
• GRIC Artist’s Mural Debuts in Phoenix’s Historic Roosevelt Row District
• Auppa Hiosig Mashath, Haichu Thothakam 

February 4, 2022

• Community Distributes Thousands of COVID-19 Self-Test Kits Via Drive-Thru Events
• Warriors Code Fuses Culture, Care at Outpatient Center in Downtown Phoenix

• GRIC Member Organizes Bike Rides and Upcoming Tour

• Local Racing Team Looks To Create STEAM Opportunities for Community Youth
• Gila River Arts & Craft’s Center: Personal Reflections of Robert Johnson, Language Specialist-HHC

January 21, 2022

• Gila River Arts and Crafts Building Demolished for Future Community Development
• Arizona Tribes Meet at State Capitol for Annual Session with Lawmakers
• Lt. Governor Antone’s MLK Day Message Finds Common Themes
• Newly Rebranded Gila River Resorts & Casinos Celebrates Completion of Wild Horse Pass $180 Million Expansion Jan. 21-22
• Stanton, Joyce Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Native American Health Outcomes

January 7, 2022

• GRIC Member Gary T. Mix Sworn in as New Tribal Treasurer, Succeeds Keller
• Documentary, Panel Discussion Shed Light on MMIWG Crisis in Indigenous Communities
• Gas Leak at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital Spurs Quick and Safe Response
• Winter Bird Count IDs More than 200 Bird Species Across the Community
• 2022 MVU Vaccination Campaign Kicks Off at Gila Crossing School and Community Schools
• Gila River Sand & Gravel Corp. Breaks Ground on San Tan Facility Expansion
• A'AGA: Something to be Told

December 18,2020

• GRIC goes virtual for 16th Annual Water Rights Day
• Phoenix Rising announce new home at Wild Horse Pass
• The Gila River Indian Community is finalizing plan for COVID-19 vaccines
• Arizona Tribal leaders discuss pandemic during virtual conference

December 4, 2020

• Gila River Indian Community to Provide Third General Assistance Payment to Community Members
• State Route 87 Signal Project completes stop light Sacaton Road
• COVID-19 cases rising in Arizona, executive order remains in effect
• Gila River Hotels & Casino delivers checks around GRIC
• A'AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos CEO honored by Phoenix Business Journal
• Runners bring water in relay to MAR-5 for upcoming Water Rights Day

November 6, 2020

• Rep. Tom O’Halleran visits Gila River Indian Community
• Native artists complete mural inspired by Chief Azul in Sacaton
• Youth host virtual Boo Bash with costumes, contests and games
• Congressman Gallego and others campaign for Biden-Harris in Sacaton
• MMIWG Zoom Panel
• Miss Indian Arizona Association Crowns Miss Indian Arizona, former Miss Gila River is 1st Attendant
• Akimel O’odham/Pee Posh Youth Council swears in members
• Tribal Social Services maintains fun Halloween spirit amid pandemic

October 16, 2020

• U.S. Supreme Court Halts 2020 Census 

• GRIC MEMBERS STRESS IMPORTANCE OF VOTING

• NATIVE COFFEE CO. CELEBRATES NATIVE IDENTITY AND O’OTHAM ROOTS

• Genesis Program Provides Services During Pandemic

• Veteran thanks VFSO for assistance with inquiry on fellow Marine

• Bill Needs Signature of President to Become Law

• Remembering the late Alex Johnson

• Huhugam Heritage Center Monthly Story 

• GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN HOLIDAY GUIDELINES

September 4, 2020

• It’s Your Constitution: Gila River Indian Community hosts constitutional convention
• GRIC extends partial government closure as well as stay at home orders
• GRHC receives donation of recyclable bedside carts to assist patients
• A’AGA Something to be told or talked about
• Wellness Center continues workout programs during pandemic
• Gov. Lewis discusses the Native American vote on PBS program

August 21, 2020

• GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY HOUSES PHOENIX REGION COLD CASE OFFICE
• Special Election on GRIC constitution will coincide with General Election on Nov. 3
• Community members can express themselves creatively with GRIC Voices
• Constitution Amendments Mobile Tour goes through districts to promote Special Election
• Veterans and Family Services Office presents displays to Vietnam veteran
• Artisans are using their talents to help GRIC ‘Mask Up!’ during pandemic
• AOPPYC Youth Workshops will begin in September
• Residents at Caring House can cruise to visit family with new program

August 7, 2020

• Gila River Indian Community students begin school year amid pandemic
• GRIC launches Operation Stay-At-Home with Executive Order
• Health and wellness goes virtual in Wellness Center run
• Tribes discuss importance of accurate Census count for 2020
• Youth council presents annual conference on virtual platform
• GRIC member will teach virtual AIS intro course at TOCC

July 17, 2020

• Gila River Indian Community member shares his knowledge of making sithol
• GRIC staying strong to slow the spread of COVID-19
• Miss Indian Arizona Association cancels 2020-2021 program
• DEQ remembers the work of the late Charles Enos
• GRIC member and MacArthur Fellow examines ‘Borderlands’ with new center

July 3, 2020

• The Gila River Indian Community honors graduates at drive-in celebration
• Community-wide food distribution held in districts for GRIC members
• Water flows into the Gila River from recharge site
• Time to Mask Up Gila River
• COVID-19 pandemic affects summer youth WIOA program
• Youth Council works with task force

June 19, 2020

• UA President visits the Gila River Indian Community and OEM
• 2020 Census is very important for the Gila River Indian Community
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass, Lone Butte and Vee Quiva to Close Temporarily to Mitigate Recent COVID-19 Spikes in Arizona
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos to Award Arizona Nonprofits with Self-Excluded Jackpot Funds
• Face masks still key to slow COVID-19 as cases rise in Arizona
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Huhugam Heritage Center: Vakuañ, Vachvi, and Kekchuth, Verbs in O’otham
• Akimel O’odham/Pee Posh Youth Council prepares for virtual July conference
• Gov. Lewis addresses combating COVID-19 in June 12 video update

June 5, 2020 

• Sen. McSally and Secretary Bernhardt make official visit to GRIC
• ‘Testing Blitz’ underway in Community
• Coolidge High School presents diplomas to GRIC grads
• O’otham Veterans distribute boxes to vets during COVID-19 pandemic
• Coronavirus update: GRIC partial closure continues, testing increases, more cases for other tribes
• GCCS ends academic year with promotion parade
• GRIC swears-in Community Council representatives and Chief Judge
• 25 under 25 winners present at Council

May 15, 2020

• Gila River Indian Community distributes masks to members
• Congressman Tom O'Halleran visits COVID-19 test site
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos open after closure
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Huhugam Heritage Center: Telling time in O'otham
• UNITY names two you representing GRIC for 25 under 25 award
• Gila River Fire Department and BIA battle Lone Butte Fire
• ASU mater's graduate finds her calling in social work
• Netflix documentary features Michelle Obama at the Huhugam Heritage Center in 2019
• Local First Arizona will highlight GRIC's Nutrition Coalition
• GRIC and other tribes continue to adjust during coronavirus outbreak
• President re-signs Missing and Murdered American Indian and Alaska Natives proclamation

May 1, 2020

• Gila River Indian Community increases testing capabilities
• GRIC schools will still honor class of 2020
• District 3 Head Start holds a social distancing parade for children
• MAR-5 Interpretive Trail highlighted in Parade.com feature
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Gila River Indian Community continues in efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos extends closure until May 15, 2020
• A'AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• P-MIP receives grant from USDA for canal project

April 17, 2020

• First analyzer arrives in the Gila River Indian Community
• School meal program remains a priority during school closures
• Community Council Election, Special Chief Judge Election, May 5
• Executive Office announces per capita amounts, no check pickups
• Commands and requests in O'otham
• Pandemic continues as tribes put measures in place to slow the spread

April 3, 2020

• GRIC distributes groceries to Districts in Community-wide food distribution
• Gardening and getting outdoors during the pandemic
• Community members finding ways to cope during COVID-19
• Gila River Indian Community to provide direct relief payments to community members
• GILA RIVER HOTELS & CASINOS - WILD HORSE PASS, LONE BUTTE AND VEE QUIVA EXTENDS CORONAVIRUS CLOSURE UNTIL APRIL 30
• $2 trillion relief bill will aid American economy during coronavirus outbreak

SPECIAL EDITION - March 23, 2020

• Letter to the Gila River Indian Community from Governor Stephen Roe Lewis
• Students and families are adjusting as the coronavirus outbreak worsens
• Community Services and Public Safety addressing needs
• Health care officials responding to crisis

March 20, 2020

• Gila River Hotels & Casinos Donates $60,000 Worth of Food and Supplies to Gila River Indian Community
• Mul-Chu-Tha: Elders and Veterans recognized at Community Day
• Brenda Robertson honored at Cultural Circle
• Lone Butte and Vee Quiva Casinos Now Serving O’otham Cuisine
• Sacaton girls basketball team play in championship
• Bands compete in annual battle
• Sells team wins thoka tourney
• MCT Headliner Grupo Metál
• History of Earth Day

March 6, 2020

• Gila River commemorates 75 years at Iwo Jima Flag Raising parade
• Miss and Jr. Miss Gila River crowned in District 4
• Stacey Abrams discusses voter mobilization and the 2020 Census in GRIC
• Skyline girls basketball team wins CAA state championship
• Gila River Royalty 2019-2020 bids farewell in District 5 among family and friends
• Forest Lakes Fire District thanks GRIC for assistance at presentation
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Outgoing royalty spend time with Gov. Lewis at the end of their reign
• L.A. urban members meet with GRIC delegation for services and information
• Gila River Fire Department hosts training attended by local fire agencies
• GCCS & ASU host Community High School & College Night
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

February 21, 2020

• The Gila River Indian Community hosts the 5th Annual Governor’s Education Summit
• John Herrington visits GRIC for the first time during Education Summit
• Komatke Branch teen wins 2020 East Valley Youth of the Year
• Mul-Chu-Tha memories will be made March 6 - 8 at Sacaton Fairgrounds
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• GRPD Commander Jeffrey Hunter named Big Brother of the Year for mentorship work in GRIC
• New superintendent of the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument is ready to work with GRIC
• Gov. Lewis is recognized as an Honorary Champion for Change in D.C.
• Gila Crossing Community School Eagles boys basketball go 10-0
• Ira Hayes Post and Auxiliary Unit bring Valentines to Caring House
• Native chef gives culinary workshop in D4
• Blackwater Community School is making progress on new replacement school project

February 7, 2020

• Huhugam Heritage Center unveils newly renovated museum building
• Senate candidate Mark Kelly visits Community, tours MAR5
• Youth inspired at Nike N7 Jr. Golf Experience at the Whirlwind Golf Club
• Parade and activities all set for 75th Anniversary of Iwo Jima Flag raising
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Crisis Response Team is looking for volunteers to assist individuals and families
• Mentors assist St. Peter Indian Mission school students with underwater robots
• U.S. Census Bureau is hiring positions for the 2020 Census
• Student wins Citizenship award
• Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law hosts “Wiring the Rez” conference
• Groups venture into GRIC for 21st Annual Winter Bird Count
• BHS Family Night features storytelling

January 17, 2020

• Youth Council hosts about 40 youth for extensive roundtable discussion
• Leaders attend the 25th Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day
• Gov. Lewis speaks at University of Arizona's Native Nations Institute
• Tribal Recreation kicks off New Year with lights, rhythm and Zumba
• GRIC youth attend work sessions during Tribes Legislative Day at Capitol
• What is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever?
• Auppa I’ivakithak Mashath
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Elderly Services Coordinator introduced at Elderly Concerns Meeting, two elders also honored
• DEQ project brings back Native fish to local pond
• Arizona State Legislature opens with ceremony and State of the State address

January 3, 2020

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Hunters show up for rabbit hunt on New Year's Eve
• HUD Office of Native American Program tours Gila River Health Care Dental Expansion
• A'AGA Something to be told or talked about
• DEQ prepares for winter bird count
• The Gila River Indian Community joins in the holiday cheer with events
• Jr. Miss Gila River brings together GRIC youth and elders

December 20, 2019

• GRIC’s water settlement remembered at the 2019 Water Rights Day Celebration
• Relay run brings water from Gila River as part of Water Rights Day
• Cowboy Christmas illuminates Sacaton like a neon moon
• Masaji “Mas” Inoshita is honored at Memorial Park
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• GRICUA holds Appreciation Day
• MADD begins campaign to tie red ribbons on car antennas
• Teams from GRIC participate in FIRST LEGO League robotics comp
• Miss Gila River joins Ak-Chin Christmas parade

Decemeber 6, 2019 

• GRIC makes proclamation in honor of elders at Annual Elders Day
• Gov. Lewis’ name included on College Leaders Recognition Wall at ASU
• Honors for California GRIC member continue in Downtown LA
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• GRPD officers and K9s certified
• DCH employee retires after 37 years of service with GRIC
• St. Peter Indian Mission School students present ‘from the heart’ at annual Native American Heritage month event
• District 7 youth makes record-breaking catch at Tempe Town Lake with 50 lb. catfish
• Nutrition Coalition hosts wellness gathering
• Former member of Post 84 will have a monument in his honor at Memorial Park
• Miss Gila River greets Pony Express riders as they promote Gilbert Rodeo Days

November 15, 2019

• Gov. Lewis among honorees at the American Indian Excellence in Leadership awards
  
• Veterans Day celebrated in GRIC
• Genesis Program presents brand new bikes to families at D6 event
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Charles Enos wins prestigious award for his environmental work at DEQ
• Jake Plummer attends unveiling of his life-sized bobble head at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino
• Veterans honored with a pair of breakfasts in District 6 and District 7
• Ira H. Hayes American Legion Post 84 attends sunset tribute at the Heard Museum
• USDA hosts national training at Wild Horse Pass
• Women unite at Native American Women’s conference
• 21st Century Native provides basketball camp in District 7

November 1, 2019 

• Women’s Prayer Run blesses Community

• State Superintendent tours Gila River Indian Community

• Speeches, informational booths, and presentations part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month event

• GRIC football players enjoying their time at Providence High School

• Men and women show off strength at Day of the Deadlift

• First ever Vecij O’odham Hemapa brings together O’otham for cultural event

• Families stay active during Tribal Recreation and Wellness’ Trail of Doom

• DCH hosts meeting regarding methamphetamine use in homes, emphasizes their zero-tolerance policy

• Many GRIC members hired on the spot at E&T’s annual career fair

   

October 18, 2019 

• Miss Indian Arizona announced in Chandler, former Miss Gila River will be second attendant
• Trail of Doom 5k in Sacaton
• Annual NAC Parade rolls into Phoenix Gov. Lewis announced as "Man of the Year" awardee
• NAFIS tours Sacaton School District and observes successful programs
• Gov. Lewis testifies before the subcommittee on elections
• Providence High School volleyball plays season with majority GRIC players 

October 4, 2019

• MAR 5 wins big at the 2019 Environmental Excellence Awards
• Families of victims find support at Day of Remembrance of Murdered Victims
• Community provides input at public scooping meetings for the 1-10 between Santan Loop 202 and SR-387
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• GRIC will be represented by Autumn Cooper at the Miss Indian Arizona Scholarship Program
• District 7 hosts family sports night with numerous activities for families
• Genesis Program encourages families to stay healthy at 8th annual Family Fun Fest
• Personnel recognized at Gila River Fire Department review meeting at WHP
• VFSO adds staff to assist veterans and families in GRIC
• The Smithsonian breaks ground on National Native American Veterans Memorial in D.C.
• ASU's American Indian Policy Institute announces merger with Watts College
• Cardinals donates to GRFD apprenticeship program
• 20 years and counting for valuable GRIC employees

September 20, 2019

• District 7 welcomes visitors to the Mustering In Celebration

• Former Miss Gila River will compete for Miss Indian Arizona

• Gila River Royalty reflect on the year so far as they reach their midpoint

• Mud Dash course was the ‘highlight’ of the third annual event

• Vets honored at O’odham Veterans Celebration in District 5

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Suicide Prevention Month Inspires Art, Poetry and Creative Writing

• Hemajkam ha Thoak’thag ‘The Life of the People’

• GRIC youth get a helping hand

• Student-athlete contributing in track & field at ASU

• Gathering will bring together youth

• GRIC crews restoring forest

• Gila River Hotels & Casinos announced as official hotel and casino of the Arizona Cardinals

• 9/11 Remembrance: GRIC holds event for Patriots Day

• Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino hosts IIM training for tribes

• HHC hosts chalk art event 

September 6, 2019

• Four recruits join Gila River Fire Department
• Gila River Indian Community presents proposed budget at a pair of outreach meetings in District 1 and District 7 
• Vets come together at third annual Veterans Conference
• Rawhide will play host to another Foam Fest on Sept. 19
• 40 Under 40 presented at ceremony at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Mud Dash returns to Sacaton for third year in a row, Community is encouraged to attend
• GRIC youth plays on championship team
• Two employees receive Governor’s Employee of the Month award for June and July
• Gov. Lewis joins panel with state and tribal leaders at congressional conference
• Get ready to shred at skating event honoring Mustering-In Day
• MAR5 Interpretive Trail garners awards for innovative design and infrastructure 
• Experts discuss Native Cosmology at “Native Cosmos” presentation at the Heard Museum  
• DEQ monitors cultural significant locations during Verde Fire near Ft. McDowell reservation

August 16, 2019

• ASU law students give a presentation on the health and policy stances of candidates
• Gila River Indian Community applauds decision upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act
• Congressman Who Supported Construction of New School, Visits Students
• Gila Crossing Guitar Donation from Community Partner Relentless Beats
• Gila River Flag Football Teams Take to the Field at AZ Cardinals Preseason Opener
• Marine Recognized for Heroism on Battlefield in WWII
• Fire Center plays crucial role in management of wildfires
• 15th Annual Teacher In-Service Kicks Off New School Year
• Community Recognizes Native Right to Vote
• Tribal Educations introduces space camp students at Community Council
• Governor Ducey Signs House Bill Establishing Committee
• Community Welcomes New Fire Chief

August 2, 2019

• Storytelling goes digital at Nutrition Coalition and ITCA workshop
• Substance abuse counselor retires after 25, says time, 'flew by'
• The Gila River Indian Community welcomes state treasurer Kimberly Yee
• GRIC member shares win for UNITY business plan competition
• Families attend End of Summer Bash at District 6 for run, food and giveaways
• VFSO is hosting 3rd Annual veterans conference, Aug. 31
• Use caution as monsoon storms finally arrive in the Gila River Indian Community
• A'AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Gila River's Got Talent puts GRIC members in the spotlight at MGR hosted event
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona gives "Big Thanks" to GRPD officer
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• WIOA holds banquet following successful summer program
• GRIC teams and athletes compete in Piestewa Games
• New Gila Crossing Community School unveiled at ribbon cutting ceremony

July 19, 2019

• Language workshop provides ways to apply traditional language
  
• Data summit helps education in GRIC
• Tribal health department is monitoring the presence of West Nile
• Annual District 7 Mustering-in celebration is right around the corner
• NABI brings players from Mexico to play exhibition game and visit GRIC
• Adulthood: 'O'e oi heg sapokam himthag, "Follow the Good Way"
• District 4 gets their first impression of new facility
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Huhugam Heritage Center introduction to horses program
• Recreation tournaments and activities for competitors and families will be underway soon
• Summer First Responders Program

July 05, 2019

• AILDI's forty years is celebrated with an O'otham poetry reading at the University of Arizona
• Annual O'otham New Year Celebration held in Sacaton
• A'AGA Something to be told or talked about
• Students in the GRIUA's summer STEAM program tour centers of learning and exploring
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Brandon G. Enos Educational Foundation awards GRIC students
• Tatanka Means inspires Akimel O'otham and Pee Posh Youth
• Youth gather at the annual AOPPYC Youth Conference
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos marks 25 years with special luncheon
• The buzzer sounds on another NABI tournament for GRIC teams and players
• Carrying on Tradition: Caravan heads to District 1 for bahidaj harvest

June 21, 2019

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Public safety agencies prepare for potential high-risk fire season 2019
• DOI meets with tribal leaders to discuss public safety in round table
• Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs tours Gila Crossing Community School
• Akimel O'odham/Pee Posh Youth Council Host Pee Posh Bingo in District 7
• Graduates receive recognition at Tribal Education Department banquet
• Students learn to be junior master gardeners
• Stay cool and safe this summer in the Community
• Gardening for a happier and healthier Community
• Preparing for the 2019 District 1 Bahidaj Harvest
• Teams set to compete in annual NABI tournament
• U.S Department of the Interior visits GRIC for a round table, tours and press conference

June 07, 2019 

• Gila River Indian Community signs historic DCP agreements
• D-backs recognize Arizona tribes with Native American Recognition Day and tournament
• Gila River O’otham Vets Host Veterans Pow Wow
• Annual Elders Day Conference keeps growing with larger attendance
• Officer Timothy Chavez named Chief of Police of Gila River Police Department
• Students have fun with science and technology at STEM-Robotics competition
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• A’AGA Something to be told or talked about
• GRIC highlights environmental programs at conference
• District 6 Recreation Memorial Day celebration includes a walk/run and special presentations
• Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis Addresses Arizona’s American Indian History of Education
• Native Health introduces new medical and behavioral health facility
• Gila River Indian Community celebrates the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to deny certiorari in the Carter v. Sweeney Indian Child Welfare Act attack
• Gila Crossing Community School Celebrates 8th Grade Promotion in Big Way
• Sacaton Middle School presents the class of 2019 at eighth grade promotion
• Gila River Skate Parks, Leading Example for Future Skate Parks
• Gov. Lewis receives special recognition at water conference
• ITCA brings together tribes, counties and state for voting strategy session
• FACE program graduates GED class and new “giving shed” opens in Blackwater

May 17, 2019 

• Mental wellness is promoted at the Planting Seeds of Change expo
• Gila River Health Care celebrates Komatke Health Center’s 10-year mark
• Gov. Lewis and GRIC royalty share farewell breakfast with Coolidge seniors
• CAP moves forward with Drought Contingency Plan at board meeting
• Tribal Education invites students and families for Chief Azul awards
• Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls honored at the Arizona State Capitol
• GRIC students walk at Arizona State University American Indian Convocation
• Students tour MAR5 Interpretive Trail led by Department of Environmental Quality
• Gila River Police Department Participates in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run
• Gov. Lewis signs proclamation in support of Autism Awareness month
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos rolls out new George Lopez’s Chingon Kitchen

May 03, 2019 

• The Native American Agriculture Fund, a charitable trust, tours Gila River Farms
• The National Center of American Indian Enterprise Development launches website at Phoenix Premium Outlets
• Native Nations play finishes up run with performances at Indian Steele Park
• Close Up student program successfully completes another year for 2019
• Desert Vista senior signs a letter of intent to ASU at signing ceremony
• Bingo game puts Gila River Hotels & Casinos in the record books
• Community learns about environmental issues at Earth Day celebration
• DEQ Fuels & Restoration Crew continues to plant native species and remove invasive
• Families gather in Sacaton for child abuse prevention
• Miss Gila River and Jr. Miss Gila River are introduced at Community Council
• Council Elections Tuesday, May 6 for Districts 2 through 7
• Girl Scouts-Arizona honor the late Mary V. Thomas, former Governor

April 19, 2019 

• District 7 remembers Five Tribes Peace Treaty
• Soldier surprises family at Sacaton Elementary School
• O’Halleran holds town hall meeting in Sacaton
• Coolidge High School holds signing ceremony for GRIC basketball player
• DEQ meets the requirements to implement water quality standards through Clean Water Act
• Eagle born in December should be ready leave the nest in June
• District 7 holds meeting to address safety issues and concerns
• Sacaton band wins bronze rating
• Workshop covers teen relationships and dating issues in District 6
• Native Nations producers hold dialog before the play’s premiere
• Phoenix Indian Center raises money at Silver & Turquoise Ball, Gov. Lewis serves as committee chair
• Tribal Health Department presents at public health conference in Oklahoma

April 05, 2019 

• Historic First Presbyterian Church set on fire in Sacaton
• Magician Lance Burton performs for children at the Boys & Girls Club
• Gila River Indian News Welcomes Community Newsperson
• Native American Fatherhood & Families Association will use GRIC grant to certify facilitators
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Vigil and public meeting held in wake of the C.H. Cook Memorial Church fire
• Community members learn about healthy eating at nutrition health fair in Sacaton
• HerSpecTive Women’s conference brings together women in GRIC
• Gov. Lewis speaks at Mayor Kate Gallego’s swearing in ceremony
• A’AGA Something to be told or talked about

March 15, 2019  

• 57th Annual Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo Hightlights
• Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey visits MAR 5 site for special opening

• Community Day kicks off Mul-Chu-Tha weekend

• Gila River Royalty says farewell at Community Council meeting

• FACE program working on important projects as part of new grant

• GRIC veteran is seeking photographs to complete special project

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs 

• Attorney Advances Training to Better Serve GRIC
• DSO Offering to Help Community Members with Warrants
• Casa Blanca Transmission Project completed in District 5
• Singular and Plurals: A Mini Lesson
• PRESS RELEASE: GRIC Stands with Federal and Tribal Parties Defending the Indian Child Welfare Act in the Fifth Circuit Brackeen V. Bernhardt Case
• Gov. Lewis joins panel at Dream Big Arizona event at Phoenix Art Museum

March 1, 2019

• Gila River Indian Community celebrates 74th Anniversary of Iwo Jima flag raising
• Skyline Boys win the CAA Division I title in Phoenix
• GRIC member and 2018 MacArthur Fellow gives poetry reading at ASU
• Longtime employee retires from PMIP
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Beware of deadly rabies disease in the Gila River Indian Community 
• Post 84 hosts annual banquet ahead of the Iwo Jima Flag Raising Parade
• Banner Health presents plaque of appreciation to the Gila River Indian Community
• Keeping Teachers Teaching invites schools to bowl
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Gila River Indian Community moves forward with Arizona DCP with assurances that HB2476 will not be reintroduced
• Tribes discuss E-commerce opportunities at annual conference at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino

February 15, 2019 

• Michelle Obama makes surprise visit to GRIC
• Governor’s Education Summit brings together students, families and educators
• Gila River Indian Community participates in Tohono O’odham Nation parade
• Coyotes Foundation donates to Sacaton Elementary STEM  
• Talking About the Weather
• HHC represents Akimel O’otham and Pee Posh for Michelle Obama visit
• Drought Contingency Plan moves forward with GRIC interests covered
• LA theater company holding auditions for “Native Nation”
• Local non-profit organization works with GRIC members on their goals
• GRFD seeking recruits with new SAFER grant
• Firearms and Community Members on GRIC
• Nike N7 Jr. Golf Experience held at the TPC Scottsdale course

February 1, 2019

• Owner’s Team tours construction site for new Gila Crossing school
• Accounts Payable Technician named Employee of the Year
• Federal government reopens
• Skyline building strong basketball program in the CAA
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Native Health builds Community Gardens in the heart of Phoenix 
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Winter storytelling comes to life at the Huhugam Heritage Center
• BIE funded schools review plans and discuss strategies at meeting
• Gov. Lewis discusses economics and water at the Valley Partnership meeting
• Tribal Health Dept. hosts food fermentation demo

January 18, 2019

• Sacaton Middle School wins Samsung contest by using technology at “Legacy Orchard”

• Chief Azul celebrated in Sacaton

• TED Native Youth Project, “Growing Readers & Developing Leaders” continues to progress

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Huhugam Heritage Center: Auppa I’ivakithak Mashath

• Barnaby Lewis gives presentation on traditional songs and dances at the HHC

• Ocean Harvest looking to make a name for themselves in the metal scene

• DEQ looking to partner with Arizona Game and Fish Department

• Gov. Ducey’s Office hosts the 24th Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day

• The Arizona Coyotes and Gila River Hotels & Casinos help build a Phoenix playground

   

January 4, 2019 

• DEQ Addresses Area In District 5 With Clean-up and Trash Removal 

• CSD will begin Give Back Program

• ASU creates Indigenous Design Collaborative

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

•  A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about 

• AZ Facts of Life, non-profit organization, provides life skills learning

• PRESIDENT SIGNS GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY HOMELANDS LEGISLATION INTO LAW

• Gila River Hotels & Casinos Helps Feed Homeless

   

December 21, 2018 

• Water Rights celebration recognizes ‘Water Warriors’

• GRIC veterans and honor guards participate in Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

• GRIN Newsperson says hello

• Annual River of Lights brightens Sacaton with Christmas in Toyland theme

• S-ko:mag Mashath

• Skateboarders ride to Sacaton for Christmas skate competition

• COMMUNITY APPROVES WATER DEAL TO PROTECT THE COMMUNITY’S LONGTERM WATER SUPPLY

• UNITED STATES SENATE PASSES GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY HOMELANDS LEGISLATION

• Community Health Nutrition Program says give soup a chance

• Wellness Center sees one more pick up game of basketball

• First Things First Board Impressed by GRIC’s Efforts

• Pinal Partnership hosts breakfast and economic presentation at Rawhide

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

December 7, 2018

• Historic Huhugam petroglyph boulder returned to the Community after 84 years

• Blackwater Community School hosts groundbreaking ceremony 

• Post 84 attends Native vets recognition event hosted by U.S. Coast Guard in San Pedro  

• NFL honors Purple Heart recipient at Salute to Service game

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about

• Gila Crossing students learn computer science with the Hour of Code

• Birdwatchers observe GRIC’s feathered friends at the Winter Bird Count

• Parents and children have fun at the Family Fall Festival in District 3

• Gila River Indian Community Applauds Passage of Homelands Legislation by Senate Committee on Indian Affairs

• Statement from Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis on the sentencing of a former Blackwater Community School teacher

• The Gila River Indian Community mourns the loss of former U.S. Rep. Ed Pastor 

   

November 16, 2018

• Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51, the Women’s Auxiliary Unit 51 and District 1 hosts Veterans Day celebration 

• Community members offer input in Governor’s Sustainable Housing Plan

• ‘George's Chingon Kitchen’ coming to Vee Quiva

• Heard Museum recognizes veterans and families at sunset tribute 

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Gila River Indian Community members see traditional house designs come to life

• HHC Sua:m Mashath

• Tribal experts meet at Construction in Indian Country Conference, Urban Giff honored 

• ASU hosts “Doing Research in Indigenous Communities Conference”

• Pony Express Ride promotes Gilbert Days Rodeo in Sacaton

• Wayne Narcia Cartoon for November 16, 2018

November 2, 2018

•  Halloween fun hits GRIC with departments and programs joining the fun
• GRPD recognizes outstanding employees
• Blackwater teen sworn in as 30th Youth Council president
• Gila Crossing Community School student finds success in cross country 
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Community impements VAWA with ordinances and grants to prosecute offenders
• A'AGA something to be told or talked about 
• Former saddle bronc champion proud to represent O'otham in Las Vegas
• Motor Vehicle Crashes and injuries and the effect on the Gila River Indian Community
• Career fair brings job opportunities 
• Native Vote election protection hotline up and running on Nov. 6
• Phoenix Indian Center Announces Recipients of Annual Leadership Awards Recogition 
• Stakeholders meet for Tribal Water Summit
• Indigenous Australians spend two days in the Gila River Indian Community 

October 19, 2018

• Community stresses the importance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Candlelight vigil held ahead of the annual Women's Prayer Run
• Saddle Bronc champion returns to INFR to defend title
• GRIC and Yes2Life campaign wraps up suicide prevention month
• HHC S-he:pijig Mashath
• Miss Indian Arizona pageant held in Chandler, Garcia wins "People's Choice"
• VFSO assisting veterans and families in GRIC
• South Mountain chuckwallas studied for unique red tails
• Wayne Narcia Cartoon for October 19, 2018

October 5, 2018 

• Gov. Lewis receives NAFOA Lifetime Achievement Award
• Family Foam Fest returns to Rawhide
• Former Miss Gila River runs for Miss Indian Arizona
• Behavioral Health Services organizes family activity with horses
• Desert Vista runner sets new 5K school record in Casa Grande
• Mul-Chu-Tha theme contest closes October 15
• A'AGA something to be told or talked about
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Gila River police officer retires after 20 years in the Community 
• Blackwater Community School receives federal funding for replacement school
• Grandparents and elders visit Casa Blanca Community School

• Employees with 20-plus years recognized at Years of Service Awards

• ASU’s AISSS hosts lecture on preserving cultural traditions

• Wayne Narcia Cartoon for October 5, 2018 

September 21, 2018

• Parade, activities and entertainment make up 153rd Annual Mustering In Day

• 7th Annual Community Wellness Night held in District 4

• Grandparents visit school for National Grandparents Day

• O’otham Veterans host annual celebration 

• HHC: Vashai Gakithag Mashath

• Human Resources gives updates at management meeting

    

September 7, 2018

• Burdette Morago inducted into the U of A Sports Hall of Fame 

• Gila River Hotels & Casinos announce partnership with ASU

• Space Camp students present at Community Council

• A Family Perspective- The man who made us proud – Darn right he is a Wildcat

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Community Working to Prevent Suicides: September is Suicide Prevention Month

• GRPD officer teaches important lessons in children’s books

• Youth wins big at the White Mountain Apache Tribal Fair & Rodeo

• GRIC Emergency Manager named Emergency Manager of the Year

• Rep. O’Halleran visits Redtail Hawk and Gila Crossing Community School

• Gila River Indian Community remembers Sen. John McCain

• Department of Environmental Quality  fuels crews restoring forests in Colorado 

• GRPD spends day with Akimel O’odham Pee-Posh Youth Council

• Culture and language teachers support each other in education and learning

August 17, 2018

• Backpacks to Blackwater
• Community members attend FY19 Budget meetings
• Acting IHS director visits GRIC and tours Hau'pal Health Center
• Youth competes in soap box derby championship
• Vets gather at the Veteran & Family Services Conference
• Over 250 participate in the Elder Summer Bash in Sacaton
• GRIC educators gather for reservation-wide teacher in-service
• WIOA 2018 summer cadets introduced at Community Council meeting
• Gila River Indian Community applauds Feder Appeals Court dismissal of Goldwater Institute lawsuit attacking the Indian Child Welfare Act
• TSS and DEQ employees win Governor's Employee of the Month award for April and May
• Groundbreaking for the new GRICUA Sacaton 2 substation

August 3, 2018 

• Hau’pal Health Center opens its doors

• GRIC leadership visits Regional  Fire & Rescue

• Six youth represent Hashan-Kehk at the National UNITY Conference in San Diego

• WIOA Film 101
• Arizona Coyotes bring hockey to Boys and Girls Club in Sacaton
• Federal Court victory for Community defense of its rights to Gila River
• Local skate company produces first custom skate deck design
• Gila River Police Incident Logs
• A'AGA something to be talked about or told
• Wayne Narcia cartoon for August 3, 2018
  

   

July 20, 2018 

• GRIC teams and athletes compete in the 16th Annual NABI tournament
• Groundbreaking ceremony held for Gila Crossing
• GRIN student intern heads back to school
• GRPD Incident Log
• GRIC applauds House passage of Homelands Legislation, H.R. 4032 
• Community member is now a Stanford grad
• Game coverage: Gila River tops AZ Future in NABI opener
• NABI Night highlights week of games in Arizona for Native basketball teams
• Youth attend Phoenix Suns basketball camp in Prescott
• Youth Council holds 30th Annual Youth Confernce at Rawhide
• GRPD meets with the public at the Coffee with a Cop event
• Arizona Coyotes invite youth from the Boys & Girl Club to Gila River Arena 

July 6, 2018

• O'otham New Year
• GRIC Tribal Historic Perservation Officer appointed to NAGPRA Review Committee by Sec. Zinke
• Baithaj Harvest
• Student intern joins GRIN for summer employment
• Gila Crossing students get day of science at Camp Amazon STEM Program
• Tribal Education holds Graduation Recognition Banquet for GRIC grads
• A'AGA something to be told or talked about
• GRPD Incident Logs
• GRICUA hosts STEA³M Summer Program for fifth through eighth grade students
• Over 200 get active for annual Summer Youth Fitness Fun Day
• ^{Gov. Lewis gives keynote address at Annual State Bar of Arizona Convention}
  
• ASU hosts Tribal Leaders Panel at 2018 INSPIRE Program
• Lt. Gov. Stone and GRHC give updates on new facility at Indian Chambers of Commerce Luncheon
• GRIC Youth learn about health and wellness at Wings of America camp
• KJZZ shows appreciation to GRIC public safety with 'We Serve' campaign
• GRPD and District 3 elders meet again on the chair volleyball court
• Skateboarders celebrate Go Skateboarding Day in Sacaton with contests and prizes
• DEQ gets input from members about natural resources and the environment
• DEQ leads visitors on tour of Gila River Indian Community wetlands
• Crews help cottonwood
• Wayne Narcia Cartoon - July 6, 2018

June 15, 2018

• Youth baseball takes center stage at NARD and inter-tribal tourney

• May 1 winners begin their terms on council

• Family of the late Mathew B. Juan attends 100 year celebration

• GRIC Environmental Health Program Reminds of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

• DEQ clears debri s and thick brush on Rose street to increase safety 

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• DEQ sets up booth at the Governance Center to present air quality data

• HHC: Ha:shañ Baithag Mashath

• Cultural Resource Management Program takes home award in archaeology

• Gov. Lewis comments on deals to replace NGS power at CAWCD board meeting

• Stakeholders gather for morning blessing at the site of the new Gila Crossing Community School

• GRIC attorneys argue in federal appeals court to protect Native children, uphold ICWA

• MMA fighter competes in rematch at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino

• Wayne Narcia Cartoon for June 15, 2018

June 1, 2018

• Post 84 commemorates warhero's anniversary on Memorial Day
• New gardening project revitalizes traditional plants for basket weavers
• GCCS Agriculture class still flourishes
• Gila River EMS takes oath of office at special pinning ceremony
• GRFD and D3 elders square off in chair volleyball match
• Students from St. Peter Indian Mission School ready for the future
• Another school year in the books at SMS
• Eighth grade class says goodbye at Gila Crossing promotion ceremony
• GRIC members join Coolidge Class of '18
• Members of Gila River Culture and Language Teacher Cohort support each other as they earn ASU master's degrees
• GRIC 'honors the journey' for Cancer Awareness Day in D7
• A'AGA: something to be told or talked about 
• Gila River Police Incident Logs

May 18, 2018 

• Tribal Education honors GRIC students at annual Chief Azul awards banquet

• Ten GRIC students graduate from Arizona State University

• Educational Preserve coming to MAR 5 site

• Community gives feedback on plans for new Gila Crossing school

• Crime Victim’s Services host sexual assault awareness event in District 2

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• HuHuGam Heritage Center

• The Town of Gilbert honors the late Rodney Lewis with a resolution 

• Gila Crossing Fourth Grade Banquet consists of agriculture presentations

• House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Testimony of Governor Stephen Roe Lewis

• District 2 and District 5 get their custom miniature libraries 

May 4, 2018

• Breaking Ground
• More miniature libraries open to promote literacy
• Burial of father's remains brings closure for GRIC elder
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• GRIC Splash Pad Awareness
• A'AGA Something to be told or talked about
• Earth Day celebrated in the Gila River Indian Community
• The 2018-2019 Gila River Royalty visited Community Council for their introductions
• JACL honors land use ordinance officer for his work with Japanese-Americans
• Foster children treated to a day of fun at Miracles Royalty bowling event
• Casa Blanca F.A.C.E. Program brings families closer together with education

April 20, 2018 

• The Community mourns the passing of Legal Icon and Tribal Leader Rodney B. Lewis
• Five Tribes Peace Treaty celebration held in D7
• Eight Casa Blanca students represented at robotics competition
• Gila River Police Officers mentor youth in Bigs in Blue Program
• HHC: Kui Hiosig Mashath
• Agencies check on young eagles and monitor their activity
• The Governor Employee of the Month award handed out for January, February and March
• Sacaton students work with GRIC departments to create new street signs
• ASU Student Pavilion recognizes indigenous lands with plaque
• State passes Native American Day bill
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Wayne Narica Cartoon - April 20, 2018

April 2, 2018  

• Water flows in newly completed 16-mile Casa Blanca Canal
• Arrival Experience completed at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital
• Vacant seats filled after special election
• Komatke Teams play for championships in Phoenix
• Crews continue to remove salt cedar and reduce fire risk in District 6
• A'AGA Something to be told or talked about
• Employee retires following 18 years with the Community, will devote time to grandkids
• Three Precious Miracles brings Easter celebration to Sacaton
• Gov. Lewis provides keynote address at the 'Business of Water' Conference
• Senate approves Ashlynne Mike Amber Alert in Indian Country Act
• HHC looking for information from GRIC veterans for new exhibit
• Gila River Police Incident Logs
• Wayne Narcia Cartoon- April 6, 2018

March 16, 2018 

• Miss Gila River and Jr. Miss Crowned at Pageant in Sacaton

• Elders, veterans, and youth honored at Community Day

• Annual parade brings fanfare to Community

• Country, hip hop, and 70s music highlights weekend of entertainment

• Tribal Education Collaborates with Artist to Promote Reading

• Four promoted at Gila River Fire Department ceremony at Shelde Building 

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• HHC: Kwi I’ivakithak Mashath

• U.S. EPA Awards Funding to the Community to Reduce Diesel Emissions

• Children learn about physical activity at Cardinals Kid Camp in D6

• GRIC and ASU Partner in Building Sustainable Housing Projects

• Subcommittee holds legislative hearing on tribal lands bill 

• Youth learn about government and tribal issues in Close Up

• June date eyed for annual Native American Day in the state of Arizona

March 2, 2018

• Iwo Jima flag raising remembered at 73rd Anniversary
• Miss Gila River and Jr. Miss say 'thank you' at farewell dinner
• Congressman Lujan visits Gila River Healthcare facilities
• GRIC grant dollars to help cancer patients in rural areas
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• BIE and tribal leaders tour Gila Crossing Community School
• Iwo Jima flag raising commemorated at dinner prior to parade in Sacaton
• A'AGA - Something to be told or talked about
• Championship bid falls short for Skyline Gila River
• Safe Neighbor
• Over 30 skaters enter the Shred in the Name of Love competition
• Arizona Coyotes present check to Casa Blanca Community School
• Future Forum at Heard Museum feature Gov. Lewis and Congressman Gallego
• Running with Royalty events promote healthy, wellness lifestyle
• Tribal Education is rebranding and expanding special education services 

February 16, 2018

• Stakeholders discuss direction of education at Summit
• Remains of fallen Marine from Korean War returning to Arizona
• Crown brings lessons for Jr. Miss Gila River 
• HHC: Auppa Hiosig Mashath
• Gila River Police Incident Log
• Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51 donates drones to Blackwater School
• New Blackwater school update
• Special Election candidates certified
• GRIC grant gives home to wildlife in need of rehabilitation
• Casa Grande Pony Express Riders
• Conference explores E-commerce opportunities for tribal business
• Tribal leaders discuss history, land and voting on panel at ASU

February 2, 2018 

• State, local and tribal leaders attend Lewis, Stone inuaguration
• DEQ staff and volunteers plant Cottonwood trees in wetlands
• Coolidge rally falls short against ALA Patriots
• Children's Museum holds grand opening for addition assisted by GRIC
• 2018 Annual Casa Grande Cowboy Days and O'odham Tash
• Entries sought for O'odham Tash parade
• Local non-profit awarded Cook Ministries Grant
• A'AGA: Something to be talked about or told
• Runners take to trails for 9th Annual Desert Run in Blackwater
• CAP visits GRIC for tour of infastructure
• Proposed bill would ban Native mascots from publicly funded stadiums

January 19, 2018 

• Hearing Addresses Issues at the Polls
• District 4 Breaks Ground on Multipurpose Building
• GRIC Youth Council Performs Service Project
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Huhugam Heritage Center: Tho vo:p am nolavthakud wui! 'Going to the store!'
• Getting to Know the Youth Council Vice President
• Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Hosts Featured Speaker Allen Denoyer
• Information Technology Support & Services
• 2018 Annual Casa Grande Cowboy Days and O'odham Tash
• GRICDOT Hosts Public Meeting
• Tribes Legislative Day 2018
• Wayne Narcia Cartoon for January 19, 2018

January 5, 2018  

• Gov. Lewis, Lt. Gov. Stone, Chief Judge and Associate Judges take oath of office

• Former governor, William R. Rhodes, passes away at age 84 

• Chief Azul Day honors accomplishments of late chief 

• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about

• Widespread Flu Activity in Arizona

• Barbara Jaquay Kicks Off Casa Grande Ruins Annual Speaker Series January 10, 2018

• The 56th Annual Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo Theme: “Honoring History and Everyday Heroes”

• Wellness Highlights of 2017

• Gila River runner joins Wings of America Native race team

• Miss Gila River Anissa Garcia embraced role as GRIC ambassador

• The Komkjid of South Mountain

• Pima Legend - Turtle Feeds His Children

• Youth Council hosts two-day roundtable discussion with tribal leaders in District 7 

• Educator gives presentation on indigenous Ainu people

• Workshop fosters computer skills with math and science 

• AmeriCorps members take oath of office at special swearing-in ceremony

• Christmas Caroling at Community Council

• Wayne Narcia Cartoon 

December 15, 2017 

• Arizona Water Settlement Act celebrated at Water Rights Day in Sacaton

• Christmas cheer arrives at River of Lights parade

• Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals rejects GRIC’s challenge to the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway

• Community pays respect to flag at Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

• GRIC student athlete plays his way to Coolidge varsity squad 

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• GRIC 2017 General Election’s Official Results: Lewis reelected, Stone is next Lt. Governor

• HHC: S-ko:mag Mashath

• Diamondbacks MVP Awards show held at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino

• ASU’s Indian Legal Program hosts panel on climate impacts on tribal heritage

• Record number of volunteers turnout to wrap donated presents for GRIC children
• Governor’s Employee of the Year announced at Mix & Mingle

• Some Cases of illness from the Salmonella Newport bacteria have been detected

• BIA Pima Agency and GRFD fire crews work together to put out suspicious D1 blaze
• Wayne Narcia cartoon for 12/15/2017

December 1, 2017 

• Historic USS Arizona flag is displayed throughout GRIC

• Student-athlete caps perfect season with championship  

• Whitman and Rhodes receive President’s Lifetime Achievement Award

• Youth council president ready to take AOPPYC to new heights 

• A’AGA: History of the Gila River Indian Community

• Community members help Coolidge Marching Band

• GRPD Officer Ester Poolaw Governor’s Employee of the Month for November

• Winter Bird Count to be held on Dec. 2, with meeting sites in Districts 5, 6, and 7

• District 4 man seeking donation of gifts for O’otham in Mexico

• GRIC Human Resources throws “Shake Your Tail Feathers” event for employees 

• Indigenous Day of Health held at the University of Arizona

• Wayne Narcia's Cartoon for December 1, 2017

November 17, 2017 

• Unofficial 2017 General Election results

• Jalen Joaquin wins 2017 Indian National Final Rodeo Saddle Bronc World Title

• Military members honored on Veterans Day in D1

• The Gila River Indian News welcomes new Newsperson

• Community member receives Spirit of the Heard Award

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• GRIC Toy Drive is collecting Christmas gifts for underprivileged youth

• St. Peter students sing and dance for National Native American Heritage Month

• Asking “What do you like?” in the O’odham language

• Tribal Education wants to change the culture of reading in Gila River

• At-risk youth come together for 2017 GRIC Juvenile Drug Court Conference

• Pony Express visits Sacaton to Promote Gilbert Days Rodeo

• Wayne Narcia's Cartoon for November 17, 2017 

November 3, 2017 

• District 1 and CVS partner for Domestic Violence Awareness Fair

• 4th Annual Women’s Prayer Run held in GRIC

• Youth council members inaugurated in District 2

• GRIC staff welcomes Trick or Treaters

• Community gets first peek at Huhugam Heritage Center expansion

• Gila River Indian Community’s first Journeyman Lineman introduced at Council

• Candidate debate for the office of Governor and Lieutenant Governor

• Wayne Narcia's cartoon for Nov. 3, 2017

• A’AGA – What November’s Means to the O’otham

• Gov. Lewis one of four alumni honored at Arizona State University

• Meet & Greet with Sun Devils

• CRIT student crowned 56th Miss Indian Arizona in Chandler

• Hundreds attend Employment and Training’s 25th Anniversary Career Fair

• GRIC Environmental Health Urges Members to Mosquito Proof Their Property

• Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins come out for local Halloween skateboard competition

• Sacaton man sentenced to 15 years in prison for voluntary manslaughter

October 20, 2017 

• Two GRIC servicemen honored at Run for the Fallen

• GRIC firefighters help fight devastating northern California fires

• U.S. Department of Justice Official Visits GRIC

• Arizona’s only artificial bald eagle’s nest raised in the Community

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Cardinals youth football clinic

• GRIC Environmental Health Program Reminds of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

• HHC’s O’otham Language Lesson: How many are there?

• 35th Annual Native American Connections parade held in Phoenix

• Catching up with GRIC Graduates: Jay Johnson

• DEQ and Pima Agency to restore wetlands with natural vegetation

• Alaska Native Leader Tara Mac Lean Sweeney Becomes First Female Native Alaskan Nominated for Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs

• Computer Technology - A double-edged sword

• Sacaton woman sentenced to federal prison for selling methamphetamine on the Gila River Indian Community

• Laveen man sentenced to 87 months for illegally possessing firearm on reservation

• Wayne Narcia Cartoon for October 20, 2017

October 6, 2017 

• Official results for the GRIC 2017 Primary Election

• GRIC students participate in annual Diamondbacks STEM Showcase

• Shoni and Jude Schimmel visit Sacaton for Schimmel Experience

• Intel sponsors 2017 STEM-Robotics Day at Sacaton Middle School

• O’odham Veterans Celebration held in District 5 Multipurpose Building

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Rabies Prevention

• Second Foam Fest geared toward health and wellness for families

• A’AGA – Something To be Told: Local Church History

• Artist offers unique perspective through satirical cartoons

• Wayne Narcia's artwork for October 6, 2017

• Gila River Indian Community recognized during Arizona Cardinals game

• Catching up with GRIC Graduates

• GRIC-UMA holds first 2017 General Election Forum at headquarters

• GRFD Chief Knapp tosses first pitch at Diamondbacks

• Community “Yes 2 Life” campaign

• U of A President takes tour of GRIC, discusses future partnerships

• 2nd Annual Elders Conference held at Sheraton Grand

• Governor’s Employees of the Month for June, July and August

• CVS kicks-off Domestic Violence Awareness Month at Governance Center

• Jury Trials from May to September

• Twenty Year Club Annual Recognition Luncheon honors long serving employees

September 15, 2017 

• District 7 hosts annual Mustering-In Day celebration

• Inaugural Gila River Veterans Conference provides resources to local veterans

• District 3 Summer Bash spikes off with competitive tournament

• WHPMP Friday Night Drags is bringing drag racing back to the people

• Gila River Hotels & Casinos’ emergency response staff saves patron’s life

• NABA-AZ awards law professionals and law students at annual dinner

• Behavioral Health hosts a unique conference for suicide prevention

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Robert Roe “Bobby” Lewis obituary

• A eulogy in honor of Sharon K. Shelde’s first anniversary

• How to say, “What does it taste like?” in the O’odham language

• Make a Difference, Become a Community Tax Volunteer

September 1, 2017 

• Community members come out for Primary Election Forum
• GRIC member and journalist, recounts experience with Hurricane Harvey
• Gila River families now able to use convenient eWIC card
• Russell Moore featured in international trombone journal
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• A'AGA Someting to be told or talked about: Taking A Cruise to the Westend
• Remembering Dr. Douglas Price 
• GRIN NFL Preview 2017
• GRGE donates to Phoenix Children's Hospital at annual Give-a-thon
• Lt. Gov. Antone named one of Arizona's Most Influential Women in 2017
• Skyline students get a lesson in raising old glory from Ira H. Hayes Post 84
• GRIC Climate Change Adaptation and Resiliency Plan in the works

August 21, 2017 

• 500 Community educators and staff attend 13th Annual Teacher In-Service

• GRIC to receive $8.57 million in funding to line Casa Blanca Canal

• WHPDA opens Uhs Kehk Store and Gas Station

• Youth council president tosses first pitch at D-backs game

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Huhugam Heritage Center: "How are you feeling?" in the O'otham language

• ITCA hosts Tribal Leaders Water Policy Summit at Wild Horse Pass

• Sacaton School District #18’s Family Night BBQ is a hit with families
• GRPD receives donation of 142 individual first aid kits from CopsDirect

August 4, 2017 

• Emergency declaration issued after monsoon
• AZ to CA: Tribal reps visit LA GRIC members 
• GRIN Newsperson signs off
• WIOA interns wrap-up summer internship program
• GRIC film focuses on Native welness, becomes award-winning director
• Community Council certifies candidates for the Sept. 19 primary
• Around the Sister Tribes: Updates from the TON, SRPMIC, and Ak-Chin
• A'AGA - Something to be told or talked about
• GRIC-Urban Members Association celebrates 18th Anniversary in Phoenix
• GRICUA hosts inaugural STEA³Μ Summer Program
• Catching up with GRIC Graduates
• Gila River Veteran's Conference sets sights on building connections
• New Tribal Recreation and Wellness Programs emphasizes wellness lifestyles

July 21, 2017 

• NABI tournament showcases Native basketball talent
• GRIC conserves water in Lake Mead to prevent shortage
• GRIC youth attend basketball camp hosted by the NBA and NABI
• GRFD Chief Knapp wins prestigious fire officer award
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Quarterly Per Capita payment distribution July 31 for adults and trust accounts
• A painless lesson on s-ko'ok
• Tribal Education Department sponsors youth for Washington D.C. trip
• KISS program makes learninga bout car seats a breeze
• Voter Registration Board hosts Arizona Native Right to Vote Celebration
• DEQ employee and recent grad has interest in environmental issues
• AILDI Training focuses on the preservation of Native languages
• Gila River Hotel & Casino unveil THE CARD

July 7, 2017  

• GRIC hosts O’otham New Year Celebration
• ASU moving forward with GRIC housing study

• Gaming Commission swears in four members

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• A’AGA Something to be told or talked about

• Youth find their voice at 2017 Gila River Youth Conference

• Despite heat wave, local skaters participate in Go Skateboarding Day 2017

• DEQ promotes awareness about their Air Monitoring Network

• Student sees bright future in Gila River Indian Community agriculture

• Men’s Health Awareness” campaign provides leadership and training

• SRPMIC traditional Pee Posh potter gives workshop at HHC

• Dale Ohnmeiss is the new Director of the Department of Environmental Quality

June 16, 2017 

• NARD draws large crowd at Chase Field
• Seven Newly elected and re-elected Council Representatives take oath of office
• Gila River Police Department welcomes officers
• South Mountain chuckwallas relocated due to South Mountain Freeway construction
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• GRPD new recruitment strategy a success; 150 apply for job
• Washing, bathing, and cleaning in the O'otham language
• Tibetan monk visits Huhugam Heritage Center for cultural discussion
• "All of Us" conference looks to improve Native public health
• GRIC unveils building for District 5 Agricultural Program
• Where the Piipassh Walked
• Post 84 and Auxiliary Unit 84 officers installed for 2017-2018
• GRIC Environmental Health Officers Awareness on Bed Bugs

June 2, 2017  

• Post 51 Honors Fallens Heroes on Memorial Day
• Gov. Lewis speaks at historic graduation for Coolidge High School
• Gila River Police Department K9’s train for service
• O’otham New Year Celebration scheduled for June 17-18 in Sacaton
• Gila Crossing Community promotes eighth grade class of 2017
• Sacaton Middle School promotes 47 students on to high school
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• A’AGA: Something to be told or talked about
• Donna Apodaca is Governor’s Employee of the Month for April

• Long time Community educator, John Timmons, to retire after 33 years

• Agreement prevents further gaming expansion in Metro Phoenix
• Sacaton Middle School teacher receives special recognition
• Phoenix Zoo continues conservation with shared gaming revenue
• Council of Elders hosts Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community members

 May 22, 2017 

• Students recognized at 2017 Chief Azul Scholar & Citizenship Award Banquet
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers take public comment at Loop 202 hearing

• Tribal Education Department congratulates Culture and Language Cohort

• Gila River students grab top placings at robotics tournament

• Fund Provides Recourse to Native American Veterans Improperly Taxed

• Elderly Services Program hosts caregiver training

• Daily prize incentive reinforces good behavior at SMS

• “Yes” and “No” Questions in the O’otham language

• Food distributors recognized at Huhugam Heritage Center

• District 3 elder complex upgraded with weatherization improvements

• Gila River Police Department issues body cams to officers

• GRIC remembers the late David Perkins

• Keep Community children safe by obeying school bus laws

• HOME PLATE FROM JAPANESE-AMERICAN CONCENTRATION CAMP ON DISPLAY IN BASEBALL HALL OF FAME

   

May 5, 2017 

• May 2 Community Council Election Results
• DEQ Hosts Earth Day Celebration
• Westend baby bald eagle hatches; eaglet outfitted with GPS transmitter
• Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51 hosts luncheon in Marine's honor
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Off reservation boarding schools taking applications for 2017-2018 school year
• Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital's main entrance and north parking under construction
• Senators Push Back on Executive Order to Review National Monuments
• Sacaton Elementary students have a "veggie venture" at Central Arizona College
• Sexual Assault Awareness event proclaims "All Life is Sacred"
• Young Leaders Annual Meeting group tours Gila River Sand & Gravel plant
• A'AGA - Something to Be Told: The Apache

April 21, 2017 

• Community argues before Arizona Supreme Court in ICWA case

• Dist. 7 hosts Five Tribes Treaty of Peace Celebration

• Election Day is May 2, polls open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Rodney B. Lewis takes seat on CAWCD Board

• ASU Del Webb School presents adobe brick designs for home building

• GRPD invites Community to join them in physical training exercises

• WHAT TIME IS IT?

• GRIC employees recognized at Team CSD Day 2017 event

• University of Arizona hosts water conservation conference

• Tribal Education to promote reading with Community Youth Grant

• Kuavol, aka Wolfberry, takes center stage at Dist. 3 culture class

• GRGE names Corporate Vice President of Marketing

• Coolidge High School students showcase work at the Heard Museum

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs 

April 11, 2017 

• GRIC announces water conservation partnership
• Firefighters honored for twenty years of service
• Sacaton Middle School hosts first Robotics competition
• GRIC dancer gains more experience in ballet productions
• Federal court tosses class action lawsuit against ICWA
• Elders enjoy a day of games and prizes at HHC’s 3rd Annual Elders Appreciation Day
• A’AGA Something to be told: On O’otham Farming
• Runners carry prayers in Unity Run
• Students get hands-on learning with the Gila River Close Up Program
• Workshops focus on translating cancer info into the O’otham language
• Debbie Yazza is Governor’s Employee of the Month for March

• CAC graduate is awarded $25,000 scholarship from the USDA

• Winona LaDuke gives lecture on indigenous environmental issues at ASU

• Genesis and Life Center hold “Enjoy the Taste of Eating” events

• 8th Annual Cancer Awareness Day

• Enter for a Chance to Win a Harkins Gift Card

March 17, 2017 

• Mul-Chu-Tha parade brings out thousands to GRIC’s annual Fair & Rodeo

• Ramona Farms joins Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame

• Community Day kicks of the 55th Annual Mul-Chu-Tha

• Native fashion show raises awareness on Indigenous representation

• Blackwater Convenience Store Under Construction 

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Huhugam Heritage Center: More Plurals in O'otham

• Brenton Wood Closes out Mul-Chu-Tha
• HHC Hosts Chalk Art Event for First Friday
• Sac City Throwdown Brings out Talented Youth
• Mul-Chu-Tha Essay Contest Winners
• Chief Azul Scholar Awards Program and Citizenship Awards Deadline is March 31
• Nozomi Park Kiosk Describes Life for Japanese Internees and Their Love of Baseball

March 3, 2017 

• Huge crowds attend the 72nd Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising Parade
• Gila River Royalty says farewell to 2016-2017 term
• Harlan Bohnee, farmer, community leader, passes away at 81
• Gila Crossing Community School students hear presentation from Kaity's Way
• GRIC will argue before AZ Supreme Court in ICWA case
• Community Council election is May 2, candidates must declare by March 6
• Gila River Police Department Inicdent Logs
• AmeriCorps office opens at Hu Hu Kam Memorial
• A'AGA, Something to be told: Waila
• Ira H. HayesAmerican Legion Post 84 hosts banquet to honor Iwo Jima
• Over 200 participate in Iwo Jima 8K & 2 Mile Walk
• 120 Sacaton Middle School students graduate from G.R.E.A.T. program
• Relatives celebrate bond between flag raisers Hayes and Gagnon

February 17, 2017 

• Arizona Tribal Water Sustainability briefing held at ASU

• 72nd Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising to be held on Feb. 25

• Gila River Indian Gaming Enterprises names new CEO

• Two Community members retire after almost three decades of service

• Tribes stand together on protecting culturally significant land like South Mountain

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• Interface flooring company brings volunteers to help around the Community

• Talking About the Weather in O’odham
• Three firefighters graduate from paramedic academy
• GRPD looking for volunteers for Officer Reserve program
• Housing groups meet at Vee Quiva
• Gila Crossing and Sacaton teachers attend Keeping Teachers Teaching event in Tempe
• GRIC members selected as Miss Indian Youth of Lawrence and Indian Youth Brave
• 3rd Annual E-Commerce Conference held at Wild Horse Pass
• Pony Express visits for O’odham Tash
• Inno-Nations program to help Native business community
• CSD and Executive Office meet at WHP
• Three DSO attorneys graduate from Gideon’s Promise training program

February 3, 2017 

• P-MIP constructing Sacaton siphon, just the beginning of larger Casa Blanca Canal Lining and Rehabilitation project
• Huhugam Heritage Cener hosts Winter Storytelling event
• Agricultural conference highlights traditional and modern methods of farming
• Woman sentenced for stealing scholarship funds from GRIC
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Community member Pamela Pasqual retires after 18 years working for GRIC
• A'AGA Something to be told
• Gila Crosing Community School students graduate from D.A.R.E. program
• 79th Annual Tohono O'odam Nation Rodeo & Fair
• Pacific Northwest artist paints mural in District 6 honoring O'otham and Apache
• Community members can help keep GRIC safe through GRPD's new volunteer program
• Obama presidency broought 'renewed era of federal-tribal relations'

January 20, 2017 

•  GRIC, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation sign agreement meant to move parties forward on drought contingency plan
• Pima cotton comes back to Community after two decades
• Tribes converge at State Capitol for Tribal Legislative Day
• D3 Elder Honored called a "Grandmother to everyone"
• District 1 student receives American Indian Education Scholarship
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Gila River Police rolls out online Community Crime Map
• "Be"-ing in O'otham
• Post 84 repairs and paints damage to Japanese internment camp monument
• Monument sponsored by Haskell Osife-Antone vandalized in District 1
• ASU alumnus served as special agent in the FBI before working for GRIC
• Waila Festival brings O'otham sister tribes together to assist students

January 10, 2017 

• Antonio Azul honored at 2nd Chief Azul Day
• Shop with a Cop brings smiles to children for Holiday Season
• Sen. McCain visits Mesa Gateway
• Tribal Social Services hosts children for Christmas party
• Volunteers wrap Christmas gifts for GRIC children
• Ak-Chin Indian Community inaugurates Chairman, Vice -Chair and council
• GRPD Incident Logs: Dec. 18 - 31, 2016
• GRIC will be celebrating 55th Mul-Chu-Tha March 10-12
• DEQ workshop focuses on green building in GRIC
• Gila Crossing hosted on an early Christmas dinner for families
• A'AGA: Something to be told
• Urban members tour P-MIP system
• GRIC Leadership attends round table discussion with youth
• WHP Motorsports Park to take over own fire and life safety operations
• TERO's WIOA youth program sends Christmas cheer to Community veterans

December 16, 2016 

• Water Rights Day celebrates 12th Anniversary of Water Settlement Act
• Gila River Indian Community Files Injunction Seeking To Stop South Mountain Freeway Construction Pending Federal Appeal
• Super Hero theme leads River of Lights Parade
• United In giving Luncheon highlights tribal grant funding
• Standing Rock Update: Pipeling blocked for now - Water Protectors told to go home, protect themselves from the cold
• Casa Grande planning for Cowboy Days & O'odham Tash
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Sterling Garcia named Governor's Employee of the Year at Mix & Mingle
• Community members connect with nature at the 2016 Winter Bird Count
• St. Peter Indian Mission School students kick off Christmas season with carols
• Huhugam Heritage Center: O'ogam I:mik
• GRIC looking for construction innovations in tribal housing
• Jolyce Armenta's journey from Komatke to Oregon and back again
• What's New at GRICUA

December 2, 2016 

•  GRIC, 7 Arizona Tribes Sign Gaming Compact Amendment

• Tribal Ed. Dept. brings together stakeholders at Education Summit

• Elders and Vietnam Vets Celebrated at Elder Day

• How much exactly is an acre foot of water?

• Gila River’s Japanese Internment Monument severely damaged by vandals

• Phoenix Indian Center honors Urban Giff with lifetime achievement award

• Casa Blanca student learns karate at D5 Multipurpose building

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs 

• Lone Butte Development marks 50 years of success

• Lights of the World lantern festival lights up Rawhide Western Town

• A’aga – December 2016

• Gila River Indian Community Preparing for Climate Change – Getting Informed, Getting Involved

November 18, 2016 

• GRIC celebrates Veterans Day

• Community Members Take to the Polls on Election Day

• Hawaiians receive blessing from GRIC to be on O’otham ancestral land

• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs

• DSO Director’s play selected for Native Voice’s 6th Annual Short Play Festival

• Former Jr. Miss advocating for teen dating violence awareness

• Going by foot and car in O’otham

• Community educators laugh, learn, and get their grill on at the base of Aji Mountain

• Family of pool players aims for nationals in Las Vegas

• Native American veterans honored at Heard Museum

• Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51 member represents Iraq veterans at Coolidge parade

• Governor’s Employee of the Month for May through September 2016

• Pony Express rides through Sacaton to promote Gilbert Days Rodeo

November 4, 2016 

• GRIC disappointed by judge's ruling on Loop 202 freeway injunction
• Women's Prayer Run unites women together in sisterhood
• Youth Council Inauguration ushers in new members
• Red Ribbon Week teaches kids about healthy choices
• Letter from the family of Sharon Shelde
• Gila River Indian Community joins Lake Mead conservation effort
• Growing the Legacy of Native American Leadership in Science and Technology
• Campers ordered to vacate Moadag Thadiwa site following Council motion
• Native Vote Election Protection promoting hotline for Native voters
• Gila River Police Department Incident Logs
• Community recognized at Cardinals home game against Seattle
• A'AGA: Something to be told
• Governance Center gets in the Halloween spirit on Oct. 27
• Halloween comes in all sizes in District 5
• Robosaurus conquers WHP Motorsports Park at Mega Monster Madness
• Families and children enjoy annual Trail of Doom in Sacaton
• GRPD and Prevention Coalition collaborate for scary Halloween fun
• HUD Director Castro visits GRIC for conference at Sheraton Grand
• Community members look for opportunities at E&T Career Fair
• DRS Luncheon celebrates retirement of three employees

October 21, 2016 

• Tribes converge in Phoenix for NCAI
• Community hosts fair for National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Arizona's Run for the Fallen honors two GRIC members for sacrifice
• An urban Community member gives a "Shout-Out" to all
• Excerpt of Gov. Lewis's remarks from National Water Summit
• Phoenix is largest U.S. city to establish Indigenous Peoples' Day
• Proclamation honors the late Gila Crossing teacher Sharon Shelde
• GRIC to construct 4,000-square-foot gas station by next spring
• HHC: Saying what's yours is mine in Akimel O'otham
• Huhugam Heritage Center hosts festive opening night for ATALM Conference
• NCAI Cultural Night held at Rawhide Western Town
• NCAI makes a statement against Native American sports mascots
• Former Gila River General Counsel honored at NCAI Gala
• GRIC youth competes in Miss Indian Arizona in Chandler
• GRIC was well represented at Native American Connections parade
• Gov. Lewis's speech highlights GRIC's opposition to freeway
• NMAI Director gives update on Native veterans monument
• Lighting Arizona Purple for awareness
• Veterans, do you know the importance of having your DD 214?

October 7, 2016 

• Court allows GRIC to intervene in Goldwater lawsuit against ICWA
• Moadag Thadiwa group denied entry at ADOT meeting
• O'otham Veterans Celebration held in District 5
• New TED Asst. Director: From Turtle Moutain to Gila River
• Thank you letter from Gila River Stand With Standing Rock
• What is A+ Reclaimed Water and and What Is It Used For?
• GRIC among 17 tribes to recieve $492 million settlement from U.S. government
• Owens Valley Water Commission visits GRIC and tour canals
• DEQ hosts workshop on climate change and its affect on the world and GRIC
• A'AGA: Something to be told
• Huhugam Heritage Center plans expansion project to spotlight history
• Every Native Vote Counts: 2016 National Election right around the corner
• St. Anthony's Catholic Indian Mission to host fundraiser for church
• Youth Council kicks off fiscal year with valuable work session
• GRIC presents "Years of Service Awards" to longtime workers
• The Community Garden Project has given out over ninty garden boxes
• Tribes interested in Gila River Farms olive groves
• GRPD host carwash to help family of fallen Navajo Officer

September 16, 2016 

• GRIC sends donations to Standing Rock

• District 7 hosts annual Mustering-In Day Celebration

• Arizona State University hosts water-energy conference

• Zika virus is spreading, what you need to know

• GRIC among tribes who support the Gila National Monument

• Components of the Chandler, CAP Water Deal

• WailaFest Inc. raises money for STAR scholarship award

• “S” –words in Akimel O’otham

• Jeanette Johnson gets healthcare experience through HIS Pathways program

• GRPD project reaches to groups in the Community

• Employee Development hosts all day event to improve communication in the workplace

• Gila River Police Department Incident Log

September 2, 2016 

• GRIC will appeal the ruling regarding proposed freeway
• GRPD looking to deter graffiti with abatement team
• Gila River Farms office relocates back to Farm's area
• GRIC's letter supporting Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's efforts to protect water, sacred sites
• Two outreach meetings held to discuss FY2017 Budget
• Facts about GRIC's Water
• GRFD Shift Commander to recieve kidney transplant
• National Park Service holds 'birthday celebration' at Casa Grande Ruins
• A'AGA: Something To Be Told
• Community Artist Series: Our People, Our Strength
• Local veteran issues challenge to check-up on veterans, make sure they are OK
• Gila River Wellness Days are on Fire!
• Gila River Police Department hosts Mixed Martial Arts clinic in District 5
• GRIC member named '25 Under 25'
• Professionals advise the Community on preventing elder fraud
• Families enjoy yoga, fun run/walk, and more at local breastfeeding awareness event
• Gila River Police Dept. Ranger name Conservation Officer of the Year
• Gila River Police Department Incident Log: August 7 - 13, 2016

August 19, 2016 

• “Protection of Community Children in Adoption Cases A Top Priority”
• Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis letter to the Community regarding ICWA case
• GRIC enters deal with City of Chandler for CAP water
• Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital undergoes expansion

• August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month: What expectant mom’s should know

• GRPD officers open fire on vehicle at Vee Quiva Casino after man rams police vehicles

• Upgrades on the horizon for GRICUA electric meters

• Garden Project looking for more volunteers for picking and harvesting

• Gila River Get Out the Vote Rally held in District 5

• Tribal Education Department hosts annual Teacher In-Service at the Sheraton Grand

• Riders taking advantage of Gila River Public Transit service

• Gila River Gaming collaborates with RPY on successful donation drive

• Making Verbs into Nouns in O’otham Ñeo’ok

• Vietnam Veterans Gathering brings together veterans and families

• DEQ hosts meeting on building ‘green’ in the Community

• Joe ‘The Tomahawk’ Tate presents Gov. Lewis with his MMA Gold Medal

August 5, 2016 

• GRIC students make historic trip to Space Camp
• Non-toxic Vibrio cholera presence confirmed in District 5 reservoir
• GRIC Urban Members celebrate anniversary
• Gila River EMS division chief retires after 22 years
• Words of Appreciation
• Wellness Camp Testimonial
• Rep. Ben Ray Luján visits GRIC
• GRIC Sluggers attend ASU Baseball Camp
• Fun Run Series: Out Run the Sun
• Family Foam Fest draws a big crowd to WHP Motorsports Park
• A’AGA: Something to be told
• Boys & Girls Clubs and Ira H. Hayes Library receives large book donation
• PIMMEX offers $250 reward for vandalized home sites
• Baby Chef classes teach parents how to prepare nutritious and affordable baby food
• Banquet ends successful summer for WIOA youth employees
• Sherman Indian High School is looking for prospective students
• Gila River Police Department Incident Log July 17 – July 23, 2016

July 15, 2016 

• Three GRIC teams hoop it up in NABI tourney
• Three Precious Miracles holds back-to-school backpack drive
• Wings of America running camp held in Sacaton
• Huhukam Memorial Hospital undergoing improvements
• Produce on Wheels - Borderlands Food Bank - distributes produce
• Haskell Osife-Antone member recalls time on USS Phelps in WWII
• GRIC Elderly Services Information: 55 years old and older?
• Questions in Akimel O’otham
• Arizona Wildfire & Incident Management Academy thanks Community
• Friars from Saint John the Baptist in District 6 are ordained by bishop 

July 1, 2016 

• O’otham New Year – The Community celebrates O’otham New Year Gathering June 18-19
• State Bar of Arizona holds annual convention at Wild Horse Pass
• Home Owners Team turns over final house to D5 family
• Gila River Farms sees olive oil on the horizon
• District 3 O’otham Ñeok class harvests ha:shañ baithaj
• Youth Council holds annual Youth Conference at UltraStar
• Local skaters hit the streets of Sacaton for Go Skatingboarding Day
• 2016 Constitutional Amendment Special Election: Recap
• Two Gila River photographers show the Community through their eyes
• Softball players from GRIC attend softball camp at Arizona State
• Billy Allen's A’aga Something to be told
• What is Household Hazardous Waste?
• Tribal Ed. recognizes GRIC high school and college grads
• BIE Acting Director visits the Community
• JOM Advisors host farewell breakfast for Coolidge seniors and CAP students
• From the Jonah F. Ray, Jr. family
• Thank you from the Oliver-Ojeda Family
• In loving memory of Yvonne Jose (1984-2015)
• A heartfelt thanks

June 17, 2016 

• Six council members sworn in
• NARD brings traditional dance, music, and culture to Chase Field
• Special veterans brunch held at Wild Horse Pass
• Gila River Indian News summer intern introduction
• U.S. District Attorney visits GRIC
• Ira H. Hayes Post 84 Officers sworn in during special ceremony
• GRICUA sends three young women to 2016 Washington Youth Tour
• Gila River Police Department swears in seven officers
• O’otham veterans host meeting regarding Vietnam memorial
• Ordering Words in Piipaash chuukwer
• Jason Delphis Racine

  June 3, 2016 

• Congratulations Gila River Indian Community Graduates
• Sacaton Middle School students create street signs for GRIC
• Demonstrations bring new life to traditional foods
• Blackwater student earns bachelor’s degree from U of A
• High School Junior planning to attend GCU
• GRFD Fire Captain saves life in Gilbert
• Pee Posh speakers work with linguist to develop Pee Posh dictionary
• GRPD May COMPSTAT report, next meeting on June 23
• Eighth graders say goodbye to Sacaton Middle School
• Gila Crossing Community School promotes eighth grade class
• Ottawa Univ. student graduates with honors
• Billy Allen's A’aga: Something to be told
• Tribal Education partners with U of A to help language teachers
• Team Outkast adds another Championship to the trophy case
• Maricopa Village Christian School students thank Council for donations
• Twenty-six youngsters promoted from District 6 & 7’s Head Start program
• St. Peter Indian Mission School, Diamondbacks pay tribute to “JOE”

 May 20, 2016 

• A day of remembrance, family and fun in District 7
• Diamondbacks Foundation donates to GRIC Little League
• Community members graduate from ASU at American Indian convocation
• Press Release: GRIC, SRPMIC announce resignation from the Arizona Indian Gaming Association
• Gila River Indian Community Bar Association in development
• SMS and GCCS students compete in robotics tournament
• District 5 breaks ground on new agriculture building
• Indigenous Russians visit HHC to discuss language and culture
• Community member performs at Dance Worlds Championships
• 2016 Day of Hope conference features stories from elders
• Tribal Education hosts the Chief Azule Scholar Awards for students
• BWCS honors graduates from F.A.C.E. program and preschool
• Casa Grande Union High School hosts 4^th Annual Pow-wow
• Presenters discuss ways to be smart with social media at Sacaton Family Night

 May 6, 2016 

• May 3 vote results: Council Elections and Special Election
• Community Garden Project kicks off in GRIC
• Resort rebranded as Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
• GRHC unveils new name for future health care facility
• GRIC youth starts garden at Casa Blanca Community School
• Billy Allen's A'aga: Something to be told
• GRIC high school students learn about tribal government
• Native Hawaiians visit with songs and blessings
• GRPD teaches women's self-defense classes
• Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51 sponsors youth bull riders
• GRBC hosts one-year celebration
• Shaolin Monks share the art of Kung Fu at Blackwater Community School
• Sexual Assault Awareness Day event promotes awareness, education and resources
• Elder Picnic held at District 3
• GRIC celebrates Earth Day
• SMS students graduate from D.A.R.E. and G.R.E.A.T.
• GRIC office support staff honored at Administrative Professionals Day event
• Native American financial officers host conference at Wild Horse Pass
• GRIC members look for options at College Night in District 2
• AmeriCorps establishes peer support group for women in District 6
• UAII visits the Community
• Long-time employee recognized at Quarterly Management Meeting
• Mall Security Professional earns respected employee award
• Governor's Employees of the Month for February, March and April

April 22, 2016 – Special Edition "The GRIC Constitution, The Amendments and You" 

• The GRIC Constitution: Past, Present and Future
• What is the Tribal Constitution Reform Project and what influence has it had on the upcoming vote?
• Frequently Asked Questions on the Constitutional Amendment Vote
• 2016 Special Election Voter Guide
• The Constitution and Bylaws of the Gila River Indian Community

April 15, 2016 

• Huhugam Heritage Center harvests Cholla buds

• GRIC makes large effort to get special election information to Community

• BIE announces Blackwater School for campus replacement funding

• Community Council candidates for May 3, 2016 election

• Letter to the Editor: GRIC Urban Members Association Opposes May Election

• Sac City Jam brings out up-and-coming basketball stars

• Team Frenzy heading to Florida for cheerleading competition

• Career Day at Casa Blanca Community School

• Public safety organizations thank GRIC for grants

• Parent and Caregivers Wellness Conference at Wild Horse Pass

• Huhugam Heritage Center: Commands and requests in O’otham

• 2016 GRIC Earth Day

• AmeriCorps Stationed at D5 Veterans Building

• GRBC TV is already one year old

• Gov. Lewis signs Start By Believing Proclamation

• Congressman visits MAR 5

• GRIC Royalty Introductions

April 1, 2016 

• Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis attends Water Summit at the White House as part of World Water Day
• Community members share stories, prayers at Cancer Awareness Day
• The Lights of the World Chinese Lantern Festival is coming to the Gila River Indian Community this winter
• Your Vote Counts: Special election on proposed constitutional amendments, May 3
• Oriana Apkaw sets sights on year ahead as Miss Gila River
• Deirdre Copperfield looks to make her mark as Jr. Miss
• Former MLB catcher, Hall of Fame broadcaster and local philanthropist Joe Garagiola dies at 90
• Community skateboarders keep the scene alive in GRIC
• A'aga: Something to be told
• GRIC Files Lawsuit vs. Veterans Administration Seeking Better Care for Military Veterans
• Gila River Indian Community Press Statement of Ninth Circuit Court Decision in Tohono O'odham Casino Lawsuit
• Sen. Begay visits Council, discusses bid for Congress
• DEQ updating reclaimed and wastewater ordinance for the Community
• FMA Live! show dazzles, entertains, and educates SMS students
• Initiative brings Teach For America to the Gila River Indian Community
• Students get out of the classroom and into Symphony Hall

March 18, 2016

• GRIC Celebrates Annual Mul-Chu-Tha Parade, Fair & Rodeo
• New royalty crowned at pageants
• 24-acre St. John's fire nearing full containment
• GCCS students graduate from D.A.R.E. program
• Artist brings life and color back to Sacaton schools
• Huhugam Heritage Center: Turing action into tools with the O'otham suffix-kud
• SMS wins Superstition Athletic League Boys Basketball Title
• Sac City Jam brings exciting hoops action to GRIC
• 54th annual Mul-chu-tha fair & rodeo – Cultural Circle
• 54th annual Mul-chu-tha fair & rodeo – Rodeo
• Secure Your Will with the GRIC Enrollment Department
• GRFD 'Team Turbo' donates to 100 Club following half marathon
• Annual Cancer Awareness Day continues to provide Community members with a chance to share experiences
• Victor Antone swears in as Chief Judge
• U.S. Dept. of Labor reps visit GRIC
• WHP rolls out the red carpet for NIGA Chairman's Welcome

March 4, 2016  

• Veteran groups honor Iwo Jima Anniversary

• 71st Annual Iwo Jima Flag Raising Anniversary Parade

• NHRA at WHP Motorsports Park wows racing fans

• The Huhugam hosts Elder Appreciation Day

• Local Coffee shop takes off in Komatke Health Center

• Blackwater Community School says ‘thank you’ at Council meeting for Christmas gifts

• SMS receive benches, picnic tables, mentorship from Honeywell

• Students show off their stuff at science fair

• As the tax deadline looms, tax scammers target potential victims

• A’aga by Billy Allen March 4, 2016

• Sacaton Schools host Family Reading Night for students, parents and teachers

• FACE Program visits museum

• GRPD promotes Start By Believing campaign

• GRIC gets grant from EPA

• Goodyear improves emergency services with GRIC grant

• DPW utility tech wins Governor’s Employee of the Month for January

February 19, 2016  

• Gila River royalty hosts farewell banquet

• Procession and blessing honors Chief Antonio Azule

• HUD awards GRIC over $7.6 million in housing block grant

• Victor Antone new Chief Judge

• GRIC membership increases by 300 according to latest count

• FY 2017 Proposed Budget increases funding for Tribal communities

• Gila River sports leagues growing in popularity

• Pony Express invites GRIC to 2016 Cowboy Days and O’odham Tash

• St. Peter Indian Mission School students offer song and dances at Council Meeting

• Crime Victims Services Event Sheds Light on Teen Dating Violence

• Coyotes donate to Gila Crossing STEM and Robotics program

• Alice, trusted pet and companion, uplifts GRIC couple

• Zumba: Have fun, get fit

Febraury 5, 2016  

• Gila River Transit begins service in Sacaton

• Kevin Lewis, Kai Restaurant’s sommelier and wine director, finds passion in fine dining

• Elders' Chair Volleyball Tourney, Fierce but Fun

• Meet the GRIN’s newest Community Newsperson

• Robert Miguel named Ak-Chin Chairman, Delia Carlyle Vice-Chair

• CSD running events promote health and wellness in the Community

• Robotics STEM Club a Hit at Sacaton Middle School

• Huhugam Heritage Center hosts winter storytelling night

• A'aga February 2016 by Billy Allen

• Arizona tribal leaders convene at the State Capitol for Tribal Legislative Day

• Two GRIC dancers featured in Ballet Arizona’s Nutcracker

• New GRIN website design improved for mobile users

• Phoenix Symphony visits St. Peter School

January 15, 2016  

• Gov. Lewis signs agreement with U.S. Fish & Wildlife

• Marlin Dixon takes seat on Council

• District 2 Multipurpose Building wins architecture awards

• GRPD says farewell to two officers

• Arizona Cardinals highlight partnership with GRIC

   

January 1, 2016  

• Shop With A Cop Rewards GRIC Students

• GRFD Honors Staff with 20 Years of Service

• Fitness Instructor named Employee of the Year

• Pimmex visits RPY with shoes for Christmas

• Revolution Cheer Raises Gifts for Holidays 

 December 18, 2015  

• 2015 Water Rights Day
• Community Council Tours Mobile Unit for Veterans
• DEQ Hosts Annual Winter Bird Count
• The Force Awakens at Annual River of Lights Parade in Sacaton
• Korean War Veteran: “Honored That I Could Serve My Country”
• Wildlife Organization gets Support from GRIC

December 4, 2015  

• GRHC breaks ground on new facility
• Phoenix Indian Center presents leadership awards
• District 5 Special Election Unofficial Results
• Waila Festival brings scholarships
• Sacaton students get active at health and wellness day
• Eddie Thomas retires from Headstart after 40 years
• Billy Allen's A'aga