(Apache Junction, Ariz.) 1965-1981, Apache Junction: Pinal Visitor. Box 459 | Sacaton, AZ 85247 Office: 520-562-9715 | grin@gric.nsn.us | Privacy 1 person hospitalized after shooting at Peoria gas station, Man arrested in connection with deadly January shooting in Phoenix, Man arrested after allegedly killing 8-year-old in hit and run in Phoenix, Man dead after early morning single-vehicle crash in Tempe, Man dead after overnight shooting involving police in Tucson. 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, 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 yearwith 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, 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, GRFD Shift Commander to recieve kidney transplant, National Park Service holds 'birthday celebration' at Casa Grande Ruins, Community Artist Series: Our People, Our Strength, Local veteran issues challenge to check-up on veterans, make sure they are OK, Gila River Police Department hosts Mixed Martial Arts clinic in District 5, 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. Gila River Casino Santan Mountain will be a new Gila River casino built south of Chandler, Arizona near Gilbert Road and Hunt Highway. Alvin Lewis Jr. pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. With over three million acres of forested hills, majestic mountains and range land. View Obituary / Sign Guestbook, Billy Thomas FranklinJuly 4, 1941 - March 1, 2023Billy Thomas Franklin, 81, entered into his heavenly home on March 1, 2023. Man found floating in Gila River with gunshot to head apparently was Lewis signs Start By Believing Proclamation, Veteran groups honor Iwo Jima Anniversary, 71st Annual Iwo Jima Flag Raising Anniversary Parade, NHRA at WHP Motorsports Park wows racing fans, 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, Sacaton Schools host Family Reading Night for students, parents and teachers, GRPD promotes Start By Believing campaign, Goodyear improves emergency services with GRIC grant, DPW utility tech wins Governors Employee of the Month for January, Gila River royalty hosts farewell banquet, Procession and blessing honors Chief Antonio Azule, HUD awards GRIC over $7.6 million in housing block grant, 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 Oodham 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, Gila River Transit begins service in Sacaton, Kevin Lewis, Kai Restaurants sommelier and wine director, finds passion in fine dining, Elders' Chair Volleyball Tourney, Fierce but Fun, Meet the GRINs 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, Arizona tribal leaders convene at the State Capitol for Tribal Legislative Day, Two GRIC dancers featured in Ballet Arizonas Nutcracker, New GRIN website design improved for mobile users, Gov. TweetPinShareFrances P Montez, 85, born April 15, 1937, in Safford, Arizona passed away in her Thatcher home at 11:20 p.m. on Thursday, Feb 9, 2023. View Obituary / Sign Guestbook, Julian "Pete" OsborneJuly 24, 1933 - February 28, 2023Julian "Pete" Osborne, 89, went to be with our heavenly father on February 28, 2023, after a le He has been recognized widely by the legal community for excellence in his field, as well as for his dedication, integrity and commitment to public service. Danville and Rockingham County Obituaries - Legacy.com The Gila Herald - Your trusted source for news of the Gila Valley and more. Zinke, 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, Over 200 get active for annual Summer Youth Fitness Fun Day, Gov. Service Time: 7:00 AM. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at 8am in Casa Blanca, at Vah-ki Presbyterian Church Arbor, also on the reservation. 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, 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, Oodham Veterans Celebration held in District 5 Multipurpose Building, Second Foam Fest geared toward health and wellness for families, AAGA Something To be Told: Local Church History, Artist offers unique perspective through satirical cartoons, Gila River Indian Community recognized during Arizona Cardinals game, GRIC-UMA holds first 2017 General Election Forum at headquarters, GRFD Chief Knapp tosses first pitch at Diamondbacks, U of A President takes tour of GRIC, discusses future partnerships, 2nd Annual Elders Conference held at Sheraton Grand, Governors Employees of the Month for June, July and August, CVS kicks-off Domestic Violence Awareness Month at Governance Center, Twenty Year Club Annual Recognition Luncheon honors long serving employees, 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 patrons life, NABA-AZ awards law professionals and law students at annual dinner, Behavioral Health hosts a unique conference for suicide prevention, A eulogy in honor of Sharon K. Sheldes first anniversary, How to say, What does it taste like? in the Oodham language, Make a Difference, Become a Community Tax Volunteer, 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, Huhugam Heritage Center: "How are you feeling?" 25 Feb/23. A viewingfor Thomas will be held on Sunday evening, Oct. 17, from 5 until 6 p.m. at the McDougals Caldwell Funeral Chapel, followed by the Recitation of the Rosary at 7 p.m. Hobbs. Sacaton Gang Member Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for First Degree My Gila RiverPost Office Box 97 | Sacaton, Arizona 85147 info@gilariver.org District Judge Neil V. Wake on Tuesday sentenced . There are no services at this time. In 1977, Rod was appointed by the Gila River Community Council to serve as General Counsel for the Gila River Indian Community. A viewing for Thomas will be held on Sunday evening, Oct. 17, from 5 until 6 p.m. at the McDougal's Caldwell Funeral Chapel, followed by the . Lewis among honorees at the American Indian Excellence in Leadership awards, Genesis Program presents brand new bikes to families at D6 event, 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 Womens conference, 21st Century Native provides basketball camp in District 7, Miss Indian Arizona announced in Chandler, former Miss Gila River will be second attendant, Annual NAC Parade rolls into Phoenix Gov. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at 8am in Casa Blanca, at Vah-ki Presbyterian Church Arbor, also on the reservation. On Feb. 17, 2014, Renteria shot and killed a fellow member of the Gila River Indian Community. He started school at Sacaton Public School, on the Gila River Indian Reservation, and later . This map is the first cut of the footprint for the proposed mega sports-entertainment complex on Gila River Indian Community land just south of Ahwatukee along the I-10. 2015 Gila River Indian Community. Lewis signs agreement with U.S. Dorothy Stinson Elementary School seeks book donations, Agents seize large quantity of fentanyl at checkpoint, Senator Kelly welcomes commerces first steps to implement his CHIPS law, Book sale to help build new Pima Public Library, Alleged drunk driver tussles with an off-duty cop on road, Safford Police assist wandering child before winter storm. What is A+ Reclaimed Water and and What Is It Used For? He retired as General Counsel to the Gila River Indian Community in 2007. Rod opened the first legal services office on the Gila River Indian Reservation and represented tribal members all across the reservation for several years. (San Manuel, Ariz.) 1952-1955, San Manuel: San Manuel Miner. Lewis joins panel at Dream Big Arizona event at Phoenix Art Museum, 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, 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, Gila River Indian Community moves forwardwith Arizona DCP with assurances that HB2476 will not be reintroduced, Tribes discuss E-commerce opportunities at annual conference at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, Michelle Obama makes surprise visit to GRIC, Governors EducationSummit brings together students, families and educators, Gila River Indian Community participates in Tohono Oodham Nation parade, Coyotes Foundation donates to Sacaton Elementary STEM, HHC represents Akimel Ootham 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, Nike N7 Jr. Copyright 2022 KTVK/KPHO. Obituaries; Place an Ad . Close. USDA Forest Service photo. He was the seventh of eight children and the last of the sons born to Earsten , TweetPinShareFrank Coronado Chavez, of Thatcher, Arizona, quietly entered into eternal rest in the early morning of Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at the age of 57, with his children and family , TweetPinShareDora L. Gonzales, 73, of Tempe, Arizona, passed away at Desert Banner Hospital in Mesa, Arizona, on Dec. 25, 2022. (Arizona City, Ariz.) 1960-1960s, Arizona City: Arizona Free Press. 0. Lewis's remarks from National Water Summit, Phoenix is largest U.S. city to establish Indigenous Peoples' Day, Proclamationhonors 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. Program brings families closer together with education, 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, 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, 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, Employee retires following 18 years with the Community, will devote time to grandkids, Three Precious Miracles brings Easter celebration to Sacaton, Gov. Thereafter he became a legal and policy consultant for the law firm Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP where he successfully represented the Crow Tribe of Montana and the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians in California, in their fights to regain their water rights. Gila River | river, United States | Britannica He completed training to become certified as an Airborne Ranger, the Armys elite corp of Warriors, and was honorably discharged. Lewis serves as committee chair, Tribal Health Department presents at public health conference in Oklahoma, 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, Vigil and public meeting held in wake of the C.H. Updated Feb 15, 2023. (Florence, Ariz.) 1942-1940s, Maricopa: Ak-Chin O'odham Runner. He passed away on April 10, 2018, with his family by his side. The Gila River Indian Reservation was established in 1859, and the Gila River Indian Community formally. Golf Experience at the Whirlwind Golf Club, Parade and activities all set for 75th Anniversary of Iwo Jima Flag raising, 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, Sandra Day OConnor College of Law hosts Wiring the Rez conference, Groups venture into GRIC for 21st Annual Winter Bird Count, Youth Council hosts about 40 youth for extensive roundtable discussion, Leaders attend the 25th Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day, Gov. Latest Obituaries Hal Porter. Bill, Rod attended UCLA School of Law and received his law degree in 1972. Details. To stay anonymous, contact the Silent Witness line at 520-562-7144. The groundbreaking for the new casino was October 18, 2021. (Apache Junction, Ariz.) 1992-1993, Apache Junction: Apache Junction Independent. Subscribe. November 10, 2022. Evelyn Louise Falkner, a resident of Safford, went to be with her Lord and Savior early in the morning hours of Friday, February 24, 2023. Gila River remains a wild and free powerful resource - Las Cruces Sun-News Burial will be at Upper Santan Cemetery. In 1970 Rod was appointed as a founding member of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Fund along with noted civil rights icon John R. Lewis. Thomas, Mary Sacaton - Visitation for Mary V. Thomas, 70, of Sacaton, formerly governor of the Gila River Indian Community, will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the council . He completed training to become certified as an Airborne Ranger, the Army’s elite corp of Warriors, and was honorably discharged. NEW YORK Raquel Welch, whose emergence from the sea in a skimpy, furry bikini in the film "One Million Years B.C." would propel her to international sex symbol status throughout the 1960s and '70s, has died. Rodney Blaine ("Rod") Lewis, a member of the Gila River Indian Community, and a ground-breaking attorney and brilliant advocate for the rights of Native Americans, has passed away. Dora was born in Morenci, Arizona to Lionel and Elfida , TweetPinShareDeborah Lunt Garcia entered into rest on Dec. 15, 2022. She completed eight years of school. Post any information about a Loved one that has passed. My Gila RiverPost Office Box 97 | Sacaton, Arizona 85147 info@gilariver.org Displays of Strength Found at TRW Squat Challenge, 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 Iivakithag Mashath, Examples of Oob Nook (Mountain Pima), Genesis Program Provides Services During Pandemic, Veteran thanks VFSO for assistance with inquiry on fellow Marine, Bill Needs Signature of President to Become Law, GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN HOLIDAY GUIDELINES, 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 Oodham Hemapa brings together Ootham 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&Ts annual career fair, Former Miss Gila River will compete forMiss 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 Oodham Veterans Celebration in District 5, Gila River Police Department Incident Logs, Suicide Prevention Month Inspires Art, Poetry and Creative Writing, Hemajkam ha Thoakthag The Life of the People, Student-athlete contributing in track & field at ASU, 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, 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, Sacaton Middle School wins Samsung contest by using technology at Legacy Orchard, TED Native Youth Project, Growing Readers & Developing Leaders continues to progress, Huhugam Heritage Center:Auppa Iivakithak Mashath, Barnaby Lewis gives presentation on traditional songs and dances at the HHC, Ocean Harvestlooking to make a name for themselves in the metal scene, DEQ looking to partner with Arizona Game and Fish Department, Gov. Gila River Indian Community Employee Email. She was one of 10 cherished children. 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. Your trusted source for news of the Gila Valley and more. Casa Grande - Mountain View Chapel & Crematorium 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, The Gila River Indian Community hosts the 5th Annual Governors 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, 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. The . Lewis, Sen. Sinema Discuss Water Issues at ITCA Roundtable, GRIC Featured in New Exhibit at the Heard Museum, GRIC Member Collects Christmas Donations for Ootham in Mexico, Revolt Run Returns, Honors Ootham Revolt of 1751, GRIC Member Launches Save Our Stages Concert Series, Jiviik Siiki Completes New York City Marathon. Rod opened the first legal services office on the Gila River Indian Reservation and represented tribal members all across the reservation for several years. (Maricopa, Ariz.) 1996-Current, Oracle: Oracle. With the assistance of the G.I. Arizona Cardinals Donate Funding to Gila River Fire Dept. (Apache Junction, Ariz.) 1997-Current, Apache Junction: Apache Sentinel. Friday, January 25, 2008. Thomas Lucero, Jr., of Safford, quietly passed away on Oct. 11, 2021, at the age of 80. Recommend Rodney's obituary to your friends. list the consequences of walking in darkness; tate brothers romania; lac courte oreilles tribal membership requirements; uva men's volleyball roster. More than 100 horses were seen at about noon under the bridge. (Sacaton, Ariz.) 1971-1970s, Sacaton: Gila River Indian News. Subscribe To Obituaries. District of Arizona (602) 514-7500. Box 97 | Sacaton, AZ 85147 info@gilariver.org, Contact From the border, the Gila flows year-round for . The caller said the man was floating down the river with obvious trauma to his head but was still alive and moaning. Lewis discusses economics and waterat the Valley Partnership meeting, Tribal Health Dept. Frances was the first of , TweetPinShareOur beloved, Eddie Joe Saiz, of Pima, Arizona, died Jan. 25, 2023, at the age of 58 in Phoenix, Arizona.He was born on June 26, 1964, to Clara Peru Saiz , TweetPinShareAnna Bailon Saucedo was born in Tyrone, New Mexico on March 25, 1928, to Jose G. Bailon and Josefa Cabrera. He graduated from Trinity University in 1962, and enlisted in the United States Army, rising to the rank of First Lieutenant. (Coolidge, Ariz.) 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Most recently, Mr. Lewis was appointed by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to the Board of the Central Arizona Water Conservation District. The top local source for news and information, Details. Governor, Diamondbacks MVP Awards show held at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, ASUs Indian Legal Program hosts panel on climate impacts on tribal heritage, Some Cases of illness from the Salmonella Newport bacteria have been detected, Historic USS Arizona flag is displayed throughout GRIC, Student-athlete caps perfect season with championship, Whitman and Rhodes receive Presidents Lifetime Achievement Award, Youth council president ready to take AOPPYC to new heights, AAGA: History of the Gila River Indian Community, Community members help Coolidge Marching Band, GRPD Officer Ester Poolaw Governors 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 Ootham in Mexico, GRIC Human Resources throws Shake Your Tail Feathers event for employees, Indigenous Day of Health held at the University of Arizona, 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, 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 Oodham 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, District 1 and CVS partner for Domestic Violence Awareness Fair, 4th Annual Womens Prayer Run held in GRIC, Youth council members inaugurated in District 2, Community gets first peek at Huhugam Heritage Center expansion, Gila River Indian Communitys first Journeyman Lineman introduced at Council, Candidate debate for the office of Governor and Lieutenant Governor, AAGA What Novembers Means to the Ootham, Gov. 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Death Notices - The Gila Herald Lewis signs proclamation in support of Autism Awareness month, Gila River Hotels & Casinos rolls out new George Lopezs Chingon Kitchen, 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, District 7 remembers Five Tribes Peace Treaty, Soldier surprises family at Sacaton Elementary School, OHalleran 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, Workshop covers teen relationships and dating issues in District 6, Native Nations producers hold dialog before the plays premiere, Phoenix Indian Center raises money at Silver & Turquoise Ball, Gov. Golf Experience held at the TPC Scottsdale course, Owners Team tours construction site for new Gila Crossing school, Accounts Payable Technician named Employee of the Year, Skyline building strong basketball program in the CAA, Native Health builds Community Gardens in the heart of Phoenix, Winter storytelling comes to life at the Huhugam Heritage Center, BIE funded schools review plans and discuss strategies at meeting, Gov. Gila River Preserve | The Nature Conservancy in New Mexico Throughout his lifetime, he exemplified the Army Ranger motto - that "Rangers lead the way!". Geography. Gila Bulletin, 1945 to 1945 Japanese-American Internment Camp Newspapers . Director: From Turtle Moutain to Gila River, Thank you letter from Gila River Stand With Standing Rock. (Ray, Ariz.) 1910-1920, Sacaton: Calendar Stick. Lewis, Lt. Gov. He was the first Native American lawyer ever to argue a case before the United States Supreme Court, and win. He was a life-long loyal Phoenix Suns fan. Mr. Lewis was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on November 15, 1940. Lewis, who was 17 at the . (Florence, Ariz.) 1902-1908, Florence: Arizona Blade-Tribune.