Celebrating Dr. Seuss’s Birthday with CRIT Education and CRIT Library
A celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, hosted by CRIT Education in collaboration with the CRIT Library took place on February 28th at the CRIT Education parking lot, where families, kids, and book lovers of all ages were invited to attend. The reading sessions featured beloved classics like The Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs […]
CRIT Education Holds its First Awards Ceremony of the Year
The CRIT Education center held the first awards ceremony of the year for its tribal students who received Honor Roll, Principal’s Honor Roll, and Perfect Attendance for the second quarter of the school year. Students also enjoyed a pizza party hosted by CRIT Education as well as prizes and activities following the awards ceremony.
CRIT Senior Center Hosts First Elders Luncheon of 2025
The CRIT Senior center held its first luncheon of the year for CRIT Elders. The annual Valentine’s Day luncheon was held on February 7th. Previously, CRIT Elders created the center pieces for the luncheon. Tribal Council Members in attendance February 7th included Chairwoman Amelia Flores, Councilwoman Vanessa Welch, Councilwoman Raeanne Patch, and Treasurer Anisa Patch.
CRIT Holds First Monthly Staff Meeting Of The Year
CRIT’s first monthly staff meeting of the year included an introduction to incoming Tribal Council Members Tracey Quillen and Tommy Drennan as well as remarks from Chairwoman Amelia Flores. Human Resources Specialist Regina Pretends-Eagle started off the meeting by greeting and thanking all the employees for their hard work. Councilwoman Quillen said she is grateful […]
A Letter to CRIT Membership
Ribbon cutting for Aerocare’s new Education Center at Avi Suquilla Airport
Aerocare Global Medical Response Solutions in partnership with the Colorado River Indian Tribes unveiled their new Education Center at the Avi Suquilla airport on Thursday January 23rd. The program uses two helicopters and one fixed wing airplane. These aircraft will provide lifesaving flights for patients in emergency situations as well as providing staff with hands-on […]
CRIT Chairwoman Amelia Flores Addresses Arizona Lawmakers
CRIT Chairwoman Amelia Flores delivered a message emphasizing water rights and tribal sovereignty as one of three tribal leaders who addressed the Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day January 15th at the Arizona State Senate Chambers. It was the event’s 30th year. Chairwoman Flores said this is a critical time for the Colorado River, “The […]
The Colorado River Indian Tribes Applauds The Designation Of Chuckwalla National Monument
The Colorado River Indian Tribes applauds President Biden’s decision to designate more than 624,000 acres in California to create the Chuckwalla National Monument. The monument would span south of Joshua Tree National Park and north of Interstate 10 across to the Colorado River. The designation will protect the Chuckwalla from mining, drilling and logging. “The […]
Parker 400 is Underway
The Parker 400, one of the biggest events in off-road racing, has arrived hosting more than 300 competing teams from around the world to the CRIT reservation and the Parker area. The Qualifying & The Downtown Experience took place Thursday January 16,2025 (hosted on Joshua Avenue in parker Arizona) and showcases some of the best […]
CRIT Celebrates Flag Day
CRIT celebrated its history and the meaning behind its flag. A Flag Day ceremony was held January 6th at The CRIT Library. CRIT’s flag was first designed and brought to life by Margie McCabe and raised for the first time on January 4, 1979. The elements of the flag all have special meaning. The brown […]