CRIT To Consider Personhood Status For The Colorado River
Drought conditions, climate change, and concerns about CRIT’s water rights bring into focus the importance of recognizing Earth Day. CRIT’s 15th annual Earth Day celebration takes place May 31st from 8am to 11am at the Ahakhav Preserve. The event will include raffles, music, food, hayrides, prizes, and information booths. The event comes as CRIT’s Tribal […]
Governor Hobbs Signs Emily’s Law
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs was joined by Tribal leaders, including CRIT Chairwoman Amelia Flores, the MMIP Task Force, representatives from the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and the family of Emily Pike for a ceremonial bill signing for HB 2281 (“Emily’s Law”). This law codifies a new Turquoise Alert which helps law enforcement respond more […]
Memorial Day 2025: Honoring the Fallen and the Families Who Carry Their Legacy
On this Memorial Day, the solemn notes of tribute echoed once again across the sacred grounds where service members, their families, and the wider community gathered to remember and reflect. Delivering the keynote address was Herman “T.J.” Laffoon, a former CRIT Council member, veteran, and representative of the American Legion. His words were both reverent […]
Stole Ceremony for 2025 Grads
This meaningful event celebrated the dedication and accomplishments of CRIT students as they prepare to embark on the next chapter of their lives. On May 19, 2025, The Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Education Department proudly hosted the 2025 Stole Ceremony at Parker High School’s Alumni Hall, recognizing the achievements of 45 graduating tribal members. […]
Governor Hobbs Signs Emily’s Law
Governor Hobbs signed into law HB 2281 (missing indigenous person; alert system). Known as Emily’s Law, HB 2281 establishes the Missing Indigenous Person Alert System (Turquoise Alert) to address the crisis of missing Indigenous persons, particularly women and children. This law works to ensure that Indigenous persons receive help from law enforcement and the public […]
CRIT Tribal Council Members Discuss Joint Venture Sewage System Issues With Members Of The Parker Town Council
In a May 13th meeting of the two governing bodies, CRIT’s Tribal Council and The Parker Town Council discussed challenges facing the Joint Venture Sewer project. More than $20 million is needed to build a new sewer plant, as the existing one is near capacity. The Joint Venture is a separate and distinct entity operated […]
Tiny Cactus Daycare Grand Opening in Parker, Arizona
Tiny Cactus Daycare, located at 143 W. Riverside Dr Parker, recently held its Grand Opening for children ages 1 to 5 years old. Tiny Cactus Daycare features bright, engaging classrooms, an outdoor play area, and age-appropriate learning materials to support early childhood development. The daycare is staffed by trained professionals with a focus on safety, […]
CRIT Royalty Attends MMIW Event at Arizona State Capitol
On May 3, 2025, Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) youth including Junior Miss CRIT along with Little Miss CRIT attended a solemn and impactful event at the Arizona State Capitol in Phoenix to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW). The gathering brought together tribal leaders, activists, and community members to raise awareness about the […]
Elks Youth Day Celebrates Education and Culture with Colorado River Indian Tribes
The Elks Lodge partnered with the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) and CRIT Education Department to host Elks Youth Day on May 1st. It’s a celebration of education, leadership, and cultural pride. The event brought together students, educators, and community leaders. The festivities included interactive workshops on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), traditional tribal […]
CRIT Head Start Hosts School Dance
The CRIT Head Start dance was alive with rhythm and excitement as young dancers from the CRIT Head Start program took to the dance floor on April 25th. The CRIT Head Start program focuses on fostering creativity and physical activity in young learners, incorporating dance as a way to build confidence, coordination and teamwork. The […]
