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When Arizona Celebrated America: From the Centennial of 1876 to the Bicentennial of 1976
By the time fireworks burst over the Colorado River on the Fourth of July in 2026, the communities of Bullhead City and Laughlin once again joined a tradition older than statehood itself. Long before Laughlin became the entertainment capital of the Colorado River...
Fireworks on the Frontier: How the Fourth of July Shaped Communities Along the Colorado River
Long before synchronized fireworks illuminated the night sky above Laughlin and Bullhead City, Independence Day celebrations echoed across the American frontier with the crack of rifles, the strains of brass bands, and the hopeful voices of people determined to build...
Speed & Economy Runs: The Cactus Derby and The Red Lion
There was a time when crossing the desert in an automobile was not merely a test of man and machine. It was often talked about as an adventure that bordered on madness. There were no paved highways, few fuel stops, and during the scorching days of summer, no respite...
Giant Patriotic Banner to Adorn Davis Dam for America 250 Celebration and Davis Dam’s 75th Anniversary
LAUGHLIN, NV / BULLHEAD CITY, AZ — A massive patriotic banner measuring 75 feet wide by 25 feet tall will soon be installed on the south face of Davis Dam as part of the region's celebration of America's 250th Birthday and Davis Dam's 75th Anniversary. The banner...
Gold in the Shadows: Lost Treasure Legends
The desert that embraces the Colorado River Valley has a way of holding secrets. From the summit of Sitgreaves Pass along Route 66, as the sun sets in the west, shadows fill the canyons and darkness hides old mine tailings, mine shafts, and weathered ruins. In...
Camels, Legends, and the First Federal Highway in the Southwest
Camels, legends, and the first federal highway in the Southwest are an interesting chapter in the story of the Colorado River Valley. It is a cause for the River 250 celebration. Edward Fitzgerald Beale is the namesake for a number of regional landmarks including hte...
Bullhead City to Host “Freedom Truck” Mobile Museum for America 250 Celebration
BULLHEAD CITY, AZ — Bullhead City has been selected as a host city for the Freedom Truck, a traveling mobile museum visiting as part of the nationwide America 250 Celebration. The free, family-friendly event will take place June 17–19 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the...
Event Recap: Summer Kickoff Party
The family-friendly celebration brought the community together for an afternoon filled with live entertainment, great food, and patriotic spirit. Guests enjoyed live music from Safety Orange, who kept the energy high throughout the afternoon, while attendees sampled...
Event Recap: America250 AZ Traveling Museum
Community members and visitors gathered throughout the day to honor the nation’s history while enjoying a fun-filled celebration of patriotism, education, and entertainment. Guests explored the traveling museum exhibits, including the popular Arizona Liberty Bell...
Paths of Discovery: The Sitgreaves and Ives Expeditions in the Colorado River Valley
The Sitgreaves and Ives Expeditions in the Colorado River Valley were more than paths of discovery. They are milestones in the American story. Before the advent of automobiles rivers often served as roads, especially in the southwest desert. Long before Route 66, in...
Laney Wilson Recap
Lainey Wilson took center stage this past Saturday night—and reminded everyone exactly why she is one of the most powerful forces in country music today. From the moment the gates opened at 5 PM and the show kicked off at 7 PM, the energy was undeniable. Wilson...
The Cinch Rodeo Recap
The dirt flew and the crowd roared as the Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo thundered into Laughlin for two unforgettable nights at the Laughlin Event Center. Part of a national tour that’s been showcasing elite rodeo talent since 1979, the event brought top cowboy...
In The Beginning
Long before wagon ruts scarred the desert or surveyors etched lines across maps in Washington, a vast and sophisticated network of Native American trade routes crisscrossed the arid lands of northwestern Arizona, the Colorado River Valley, and the Mojave Desert. These...
The American Story
The American story is rich, colorful, inspiring and often controversial. Each chapter illustrates what makes this country unique, and why the United States remains a destination for people seeking freedom and opportunity. One chapter about the Colorado River Valley in...
The River 250 Signature Event Brings History to Life for Families Across the Colorado River Region
Laughlin, NV / Bullhead City, AZ – March 14, 2026 — The River 250 Signature Event at Gary Keith Park delivered a memorable day of family-friendly education, living history, and community celebration, welcoming residents and visitors from across both Arizona and...
The Cactus Derby
The legendary “Cactus Derby” automobile races kicked off when the automobile was still a bold new symbol of modern ingenuity. It was an era when most Americans, especially in the desert Southwest, regarded a long drive as an expedition rather than a road trip. This...
Legendary Route 66
Legendary Route 66 was not the nation’s first highway. But it was in the first group of roads to receive a US highway designation. At that time, it was designated US 60. The official change to US 66 came on November 11, 1926. The transition from highway to icon with...
Frontier Highway
Long before rails were laid across the Mojave Desert and legendary Route 66 became the gateway to the wonders of the southwest desert, the Colorado River served as the artery of commerce in the Southwest. The river carried people and freight, and served as a lifeline...
The River 250 Announces Free Vendor Spaces Integrated into Historical Walkway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:The River 250 Steering Committee📧 info@theriver250.com🌐 https://theriver250.com The River 250 Announces Free Vendor Spaces Integrated into Historical Walkway Bullhead City, AZ — The River 250 Steering Committee has announced the...
WWII in the Colorado River Valley
As Germany invaded Poland, Japan ravaged Korea and Manchuria, and Ethiopia fell to Mussolini’s armies, the United States remained neutral. But for how long? American military strategists knew that war was coming. And they also knew that the United States was woefully...
