CRIT Community Celebrates Native American Days with Food, Fun, and Tradition
On Friday, October 3, 2025, the Colorado River Indian Tribes kicked off Native American Days with a lively celebration at Manataba Park under the tin shed, bringing together community members, families, and visitors for a day full of culture, food, games, and laughter. The event opened with Tribal Council presentations, led by Councilwoman Raeanne Patch, […]
Update on River Condition
80th Settlement Commemoration
The Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) is honoring a historic milestone this year with the 80th Anniversary of the Hopi and Navajo Migration to what is now known as the CRIT Reservation. The celebration not only commemorates the journey of the Hopi and Navajo people in 1945 but also reflects on the cultural richness and […]
Youth Basketball Clinic Brings Energy, Culture, and Community to CRIT
The Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) was buzzing with energy as the CRIT Special Diabetes Project-Recreation Program partnered with the Phoenix Suns/Mercury Foundation and the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona to host the ORIGINATIV Youth Basketball Clinic. The event brought together tribal youth, culture, and community spirit for an unforgettable weekend of basketball, wellness, and […]
Enrollment Committee Vacancy
Application for Board Manager Amat Kuhwely, LLC
Scott Cameron Tours CRIT Reservation
On August 25, 2025, Senior DOI officials including, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Water and Science, Scott Cameron, and Acting Commissioner of Reclamation David Palumbo, made a significant visit the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Reservation. He was welcomed by Chairwoman Amelia Flores, Tribal Secretary Josephine Tahbo, Treasurer Anisa Patch, and Council members […]
Ten Tribes Partnership Lead Contractor Application Deadline : September 24, 2025
The Ten Tribes Partnership (TTP) is seeking a lead contractor. This contractor position is supported by the Colorado River Sustainability Campaign, a fiscally sponsored project of the New Venture Fund. TTP Background The TTP was formed in 1992 and is a coalition of ten federally recognized Upper and Lower Basin Tribes that hold water rights […]
CRIT Food Distribution Program – Helping Families in Our Community
Since May 2024, Bryan Enas has been managing the CRIT Food Distribution Program. With nearly 20 years of experience working in warehouses and grocery stores, Bryan has learned the ins and outs of produce and supervision. Those skills now help him run a program that makes a big difference for families in our community. The […]
Tribal Board/Committee/Commission Vacancies
ATTENTION CRIT TRIBAL MEMBERS Tribal Board/Committee/Commission Vacancies Applications may be picked up at the Tribal Executive Offices or online at www.critmanatabamessenger.com for the following: IRRIGATION COMMITTEE 1—Term VACANT Chairman 3—Term VACANT Member EDUCATION BOARD 1 – Term Expiring 12/31/2025 LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD 1 – Term Alternate Expiring 12/31/2026 ENVIRONMENTAL AGRICULTURAL COMMITTEE 1 – […]