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For Governor Rhodes and Lt. Governor Manuel, signing over 200 recognition certificates might have left them with aching wrists but handing them out to young Gila River scholars was definitely a reward in itself.

This year's Governor's Scholars Banquet was held on Fri, May 15 at the recently renovated conference center at the Sheraton at Wild Horse Pass. A sea of students and their parents were treated to a three-course meal consisting of salad, roast beef with potatoes and a rich, chocolate dessert.

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The Gila Crossing Community School, D6, held their 7th annual traditional banquet. The 4th grade class hosted the banquet as part of its rich agricultural learning program instituted by the school and headed by Agricultural Teacher Tim Moore. On May 5, 2009, the school auditorium was once again crammed with invited guests to enjoy the local fare prepared with home grown produce from the school's popular garden.

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In television programs and films, police officers are capable of astounding feats while offering clever quips as they dispatch suspects with relative ease. Images of Dirty Harry come to mind as he chased criminals through the busy streets of San Francisco, or Bruce Willis' miraculous exploits in Die Hard. Heck, even TJ Hooker had his day in the sun.

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A grateful family was given the keys to their new home on May 18, 2009 in Sacaton. Tribal leaders, Housing committee members, and members of Red Arrow Homes & Development, took part in a blessing and ribbon cutting ceremony for homeowner Judith Thompson.

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Local and national motorcycle clubs gathered at the Memorial Park in Sacaton to honor veterans for Memorial Day. The Brothers from the Rez Motorcycle Club, held the Native Warrior Run at the park on the morning of May 12, 2009. The run was started 5 to 6 years ago to recognize Native veterans and to offer, "much needed due and respect and honor for their service to their Country," said Barney Enos, Jr., D4.

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The Gila Crossing Eagles baseball team won the Superstition Athletic League Championship. The Eagles put together an undefeated season at 7-0. The Eagles met up with the Braves from Sacaton in the championship game.

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The Ira Hayes American Legion Post 84 has sponsored an American Legion youth senior baseball team, ages 14-19 and It is in the interest of our community's youth that we sponsor this team; we hope to foster team work, a sense of pride in our community and an overall well being for our youth.