By Marissa JohnsonO’odham Action Newsmarissa.johnson2@srpmic-nsn.gov A new type of coronavirus that originated in China is spreading to other countries around the world. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the outbreak began in Wuhan, China, with the virus linked to a seafood and animal market. The number of people affected changes daily; […]
In this episode, Chris Picciuolo sits down with Public Health Services Injury Prevention Coordinator, Monte Yazzie. Injury Prevention was recognized for 2024 Indian Health Service Directors Award. The two discuss and take a deep dive into the work and dedication that has made Injury and Prevention what it is today. ...
Nearly 40 Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community children participated in the annual horse camp this year, which began on Friday, March 13. The three-day event teaches horsemanship fundamentals while also providing youth ample time with adults and seniors who help them continue to learn their O’odham and Piipaash traditions. Families,...
The spray paint festival returned for its second consecutive year, with Community artists creating seven brand-new murals. 3 Takeaways: The hisses from countless spray paint cans were heard throughout the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community during the week of March 16. It was the return of the Echoes of Akimel...
Booth D-17 was the place to be during the 68th annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market in Phoenix on March 7 and 8. This is where the dynamic duo of Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community artist and painter Dwayne Manuel and artist and comedian Bobby “Dues” Wilson set...
Salt River Elementary School student Ava Sixkiller is the winner of the AZ529 Art Contest,Kindergarten division. “I like to draw all the time,” said Sixkiller, who is always excited to get the opportunity to draw at school. She will receive $529 toward her AZ529 Education Savings Plan, a college savings...
3 Takeaways: The Fountain Hills High School Falcons varsity girls’ basketball team had quite a ride this season. Featured on the team are Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community members Saedee Smith, Anaya Lewis and Tayla Rogers. Overall, the Falcons went 25-4 in the season and a perfect 7-0 in their...