Flags representing each branch of the U.S. military stirred in the quiet early morning Lehi breeze as the sun climbed over Red Mountain. The American flag waved tallest in the middle as the sunlight illuminated the red desert soil surrounding the Lehi Cemetery on May 25 during the Memorial Day...
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community member and Saguaro High School student was recently selected to join the prestigious youth leadership program. 3 Takeaways: Superstar Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community member and Young River People’s Council correspondent secretary Myson Galindo has etched his name into the record books once again. ...
Kennise McGertt captured a State Championship and Winter Guard International World Championship Glory Kennise McGertt continues to ascend. The superstar Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community member has achieved yet another milestone, securing a spot on the Oasis Ensembles World Class Winter Guard team. Winter Guard is an international organization that...
It was time to officially turn the tassels. The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community once again hosted the American Indian Convocation at Salt River Fields for all Indigenous students graduating from the Maricopa County Community College District. The convocation took place at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. The district...
The Salt River Justice Center was a popular place to be on May 1, but not because the courtrooms were full of real cases. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community members and tribal government and court employees were there to take part in the annual all-day Law Day event. Each year...
Do you want a fun way to beat the heat this summer? Try miliñ popsicles and wua’amakampopsicles, a fun treat for people of all ages. Miliñ (watermelon) and wua’amakam (cantaloupe) are in season starting in Haṣañ Baidag Maṣad(saguaro fruit month, July) and wrapping up in ṣopol E’esbig Maṣad (short planting month, August). Although the fruits are at their peak...
Editor’s Note: This story contains sensitive subject matter that some readers may find upsetting. On April 21, six Indigenous men shared their stories as survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It was an online webinar presentation facilitated by the Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition recognizing the month of April being Sexual Assault...