The Gila River has always been more than water. For the Akimel O’odham, or “River People,” it was the foundation of life, culture, and identity. Once the lifeblood of their farming, culture, and traditions, the river shaped generations and remains central to their story today. Starting today, each Friday we’ll be sharing a peek into the past that shows what life was like here, in what’s now Arizona, at the time of the American Revolution. We’re calling it WHAT HAPPENED IN AZ? Why are we focusing

In Hopi tradition, the turtle carries the earth. In Tohono O'odham stories, it wins races through persistence. Across Arizona Indigenous cultures, the turtle teaches patience, earth connection, and longevity. Desert tortoises survive 80 years in harsh conditions by moving slowly, conserving energy, and never giving up. Indigenous wisdom says survival isn't about speed—it's about endurance. The turtle doesn't rush because it trusts the journey. Share this teaching about patience as strength. The

The Akimel O’otham Pee Posh Youth Council presents a COVID-19 news bulletin. The youth comprise 29% of positive cases it the Community and this number is continuing to increase. Stay informed and keep yourself protected. Click here for the daily COVID-19 statistics in the Community: https://www.gric-eoc.org/ | Gila River Indian Community

#SRSNARD: A Story of the Akimel O'otham

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