(Coolidge, Ariz.) 1930-Current, Coolidge: Coolidge News. Obits Archives - The Gila Herald GILA RIVER, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) - The Gila River Fire Department has announced the death of firefighter David Engel. Lewis discusses economics and waterat the Valley Partnership meeting, Tribal Health Dept. (Coolidge, Ariz.) 1928-1942, Eloy: Eloy Enterprise. Gila River Community plans mammoth playground - Gilbertsunnews Recommend Rodney's obituary to your friends. Lewis one of four alumni honored at Arizona State University, CRIT student crowned 56th Miss Indian Arizona in Chandler, Hundreds attend Employment and Trainings 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, 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, Arizonas only artificial bald eagles nest raised in the Community. He attended Phoenix College where he also played basketball. Lewis, Lt. Gov. Composed of two members of tribes, the Pima and Maricopas, GRIC is located in south-central Arizona. | Partners 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. He had brown dreadlocks and was found wearing red FUBU pants, a HUF shirt and a red Gildan sweater, according to the Facebook post. Gila River wild horses leave drivers in the dust - InMaricopa (Sacaton, Ariz.) 1971-1982, San Manuel: Pinal County News. | Privacy 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. 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. 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, District 7 welcomes visitors to the Mustering In Celebration, 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, Mud Dash returns to Sacaton for third year in a row, Community is encouraged to attend, Two employees receive Governors Employee of the Month award for June and July, Gov. Burial will be at Upper Santan Cemetery. In 1977, Rod was appointed by the Gila River Community Council to serve as General Counsel for the Gila River Indian Community. (Ray, Ariz.) (from Aug. 20, 1915 to Dec. 25, 1920). 25 Feb/23. gricnews.org is the Gila River Indian Community's news site. Gila River man sentenced for brutal murder - Indianz Lewis's speech highlights GRIC's opposition to freeway, NMAI Director gives update on Native veterans monument. Lewis, who was 17 at the . 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, 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, 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, The Gila River Indian Community joins in the holiday cheer with events, Jr. Miss Gila River brings together GRIC youth and elders, GRICs 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, 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, GRIC makes proclamation in honor of elders at Annual Elders Day, Gov. (Arizola, Ariz.) (from May 11, 1893 to Dec. 28, 1912) Chronicling America, Arizona City Independent 05/31/2006 to Current Genealogy Bank, Arizona Sentinel, The (Arizona/United States) [Arizona City [Yuma], Yuma County, A.T. [ Ariz.]] 23 March 1872 to 21 September 1911 Elephind, Arizona sentinel (Arizona City [Yuma], Yuma County, A.T. [Ariz.]) (from March 23, 1872 to Sept. 21, 1911) MyHeritage, The Arizona sentinel. My Gila RiverPost Office Box 97 | Sacaton, Arizona 85147 info@gilariver.org 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, Haskell Osife-Antone Post 51, the Womens Auxiliary Unit 51 and District 1 hosts Veterans Day celebration, Community members offer input in Governors Sustainable Housing Plan, George'sChingon Kitchen coming to Vee Quiva, Heard Museum recognizes veterans and families at sunset tribute, Gila River Indian Community members see traditional house designs come to life, 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, Employees with 20-plus years recognized at Years of Service Awards, ASUs AISSS hosts lecture on preserving cultural traditions, 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, Human Resources gives updates at management meeting, 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, Community Working to Prevent Suicides: September is Suicide Prevention Month, GRPD officer teaches important lessons in childrens books, Youth wins big at the White Mountain Apache Tribal Fair & Rodeo, GRIC Emergency Manager named Emergency Manager of the Year, Rep. OHalleran visits Redtail Hawk and Gila Crossing Community School, Department of Environmental Quality fuels crews restoring forests in Colorado, GRPD spends day with Akimel Oodham Pee-Posh Youth Council, Culture and language teachers support each other in education and learning, GRIC leadership visits RegionalFire & Rescue, Six youth represent Hashan-Kehk at the National UNITY Conference in San Diego, 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, DEQ sets up booth at the Governance Center to present air quality data, Cultural Resource Management Program takes home award in archaeology, Gov. He completed training to become certified as an Airborne Ranger, the Army’s elite corp of Warriors, and was honorably discharged. Funeral arrangements are being handled by J. Warren Mortuary in Casa Grande. Updated Feb 15, 2023. SMS students graduate from D.A.R.E. He was the first Native American lawyer ever to argue a case before the United States Supreme Court, and win. Japanese-American Internment Camp Newspapers, Arizona Silver Belt (Arizona/United States) [Globe City, Pinal County, Ariz.] 2 May 1878 to 1 September 1907 Elephind, Arizona Silver Belt, 1912-1978 Newspaper Archive, Arizona silver belt (Globe City, Pinal County, Ariz.) (from May 2, 1878 to Sept. 1, 1907) MyHeritage, Arizona silver belt. TRW & BPSC Partner to Keep Children Active During Winter Break. 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. Colette was born on June 20, 1960. 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. (Casa Grande, Ariz.) 1912-1914, Casa Grande: Casa Grande Valley Dispatch and Casa Grande Times. Lewis joins panel with state and tribal leaders at congressional conference, Get ready to shred at skating event honoring Mustering-In Day, Experts discuss Native Cosmology at Native Cosmos presentation at the Heard Museum, DEQ monitors cultural significant locations during Verde Fire near Ft. McDowell reservation, 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, 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, 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, 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, Language workshop provides ways to apply traditional language, 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, Huhugam Heritage Center introduction to horses program, Recreation tournaments and activities for competitors and families will be underway soon, 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, Students in the GRIUA's summer STEAM program tour centers of learning and exploring, 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, 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, Gila River Indian Community signs historic DCP agreements, D-backs recognize Arizona tribes with Native American Recognition Day and tournament, Gila River Ootham 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, GRIC highlights environmental programs at conference, District 6 Recreation Memorial Day celebration includes a walk/run and special presentations, Gov. Searching for Death Information: Tips on finding death certificates and obituaries. 7 hosts Five Tribes Treaty of Peace Celebration. Details surrounding his death have not been released. Newspapers can be a treasure trove of information for your ancestors. Police say the man was believed to be either Caucasian or Hispanic and was six feet tall, weighing 160 pounds. Hollywood sex symbol Raquel Welch dies at 82. He is survived by his wife, Willardene Pratt Lewis, of Sacaton, a son, Stephen Roe Lewis, Governor of the Gila River Indian Community, also of Sacaton, a son, John Blaine Lewis, and a daughter, Katherine Lewis, both of Phoenix, a brother, John R. Lewis, of Scottsdale, and seven grandchildren. The groundbreaking for the new casino was October 18, 2021. Death and marriage notices may appear earlier. Lewis Honored at Silver and Turquoise Ball, Social Gatherings Offers Cultural Teachings for GRIC Youth, TRW Trail of Doom Gathers Thousands for Frightful Time, GRIC Declares Oct. 10 Porter and Johnson Day, Art, Music & More Showcased at Indigenous Peoples Day Phoenix Fest, Restoring the Balance Exhibits GRIC Artists Work, DNC Chair Visits GRIC to Discuss Elections with Leaders, Voter Registration Events Begin in Community, Miss Indian Arizona Looks Back at 2021-22 Reign, ADOT Holds Public Hearing on I-10 Expansion. Service Location: Squawbush Cemetery, District 1, Blackwater, Gila River Indian Community, Arizona. She completed eight years of school. Promotional Ceremony Held for Marine Sgt. (Globe City, Pinal County, Ariz.) (from May 2, 1878 to Sept. 1, 1907), Globe Daily Arizona Silver Belt, 1907-1912, The Arizona copper camp. Renteria encountered the victim in Chandler, Ariz., and convinced him to get into a car Renteria was driving. 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. Arizona. A herd of wild horses running in the chilly Wednesday-morning weather caused commuters on State Route 347 to stop or slow to take a look near the Gila River Bridge. And indeed he did. By MARK KENNEDY Associated Press. By Paul Maryniak, AFN Executive Editor. My Gila RiverPost Office Box 97 | Sacaton, Arizona 85147 O ver the next decade, Ahwatukee will be getting a big new neighbor - a 3,300-acre . list the consequences of walking in darkness; tate brothers romania; lac courte oreilles tribal membership requirements; uva men's volleyball roster. An 18-year-old man was sentenced to 25 years for the brutal murder of a woman on the Gila River Reservation in Arizona. U.S. Attorney's Office June 01, 2011. Gila River Newspapers and Obituaries. (Coolidge, Ariz.) (from March 7, 1930 to Dec. 27, 1946) Chronicling America, Aqui Y Alli En El Condado De Pinal 1952-1952 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Devils Call 1901-1979 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, El Heraldo 1952-1952 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, El Heraldo Anteriormente Aqui Y Alli 1952-1952 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, El Heraldo En El Condado De Pinal 1952-1953 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Eloy Enterprise 01/09/2002 to Current Genealogy Bank, Eloy Enterprise 1947-2014 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Enterprise 1958-1967 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Whirlwind 1950-1950 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Whirlwind 1951-1951 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Whirlwind 1952-1952 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Whirlwind 1953-1981 Eloy Santa Cruz Library, Arizona Weekly Enterprise 1881-1890 Arizona Memory Project, Arizona Weekly Enterprise 1881-1890 Newspapers.com, Arizona Weekly enterprise (Florence, Pinal County, Arizona Territory) (from Aug. 6, 1881 to Dec. 27, 1890) MyHeritage, Arizona weekly enterprise. Lewis with his MMA Gold Medal, April 22, 2016 Special Edition "The GRIC Constitution, The Amendments and You", 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, Huhugam Heritage Center: Commands and requests in Ootham, AmeriCorps Stationed at D5 Veterans Building, Gov. View Obituary / Sign Guestbook. 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, 500 Community educators and staff attend 13th Annual Teacher In-Service, GRPD receives donation of 142 individual first aid kits from CopsDirect, Emergency declaration issued after monsoon, AZ to CA: Tribal reps visit LA GRIC members, 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, GRIC-Urban Members Association celebrates 18th Anniversary in Phoenix, GRICUA hosts inaugural STEA Summer Program, Gila River Veteran's Conference sets sights on building connections, New Tribal Recreation and Wellness Programs emphasizes wellness lifestyles, 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, Quarterly Per Capita payment distribution July 31 for adults and trust accounts, 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, ASU moving forward with GRIC housing study, 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, 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, Post 84 and Auxiliary Unit 84 officers installed for 2017-2018, GRIC Environmental Health Officers Awareness on Bed Bugs, Post 51 Honors Fallens Heroes on Memorial Day, Gov. The thought of navigating the wild Gila by packraft, for perhaps the last time . (Arizona City, Ariz.) 1978-Current, Arizona City: Arizona City-Sun. Gila River tribe will expand broadband connections with federal money The . The new stretch inserts an important piece to this project area, which includes . (San Manuel, Ariz.) 1952-1955, San Manuel: San Manuel Miner. 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, GRIC students make historic trip to Space Camp, Non-toxic Vibrio cholera presence confirmed in District 5 reservoir, Gila River EMS division chief retires after 22 years, Family Foam Fest draws a big crowd to WHP Motorsports Park, 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, 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. Only three years after being appointed as General Counsel to his Tribe, Rod successfully argued the case of Central Machinery vs. Arizona Tax Commission before the United States Supreme Court, which challenged the States taxation of tribal business transactions on the reservation. MARY THOMAS OBITUARY. Be sure to search the newspapers in the town/city where your ancestor lived, as well as the surrounding area. recognizes GRIC high school and college grads, JOM Advisors host farewell breakfast for Coolidge seniors and CAP students, In loving memory of Yvonne Jose (1984-2015), 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, 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, Ootham veterans host meeting regarding Vietnam memorial, 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 bachelors degree from U of A, High School Junior planning to attend GCU, 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. 2015 Gila River Indian Community. There are no events scheduled. View Obituary / Sign Guestbook, James "Sonny Boy" Albert Hughes Jr.James "Sonny Boy" Albert Hughes Jr., 77, of 162 New Haven Church Road, Milton, N.C., passed away on Thursday, Febr