Accident fatalities on the rise
America’s top highway safety watchdog says 2020 could be the deadliest year for traffic accidents in decades.…
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Colorado River drought impacts the local ag industry
The desert is known to be a dry place, but our nation’s food source relies heavily on the water from the Colorado River. If the drought continues, we…
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Home Grown: Hemp wheat is the newest experiment in ag
2020 hemp production in Arizona was about 1/5 less than the previous year.…
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SCOTUS rules no green card entry for TPS if entered illegally
The U.S. Supreme Court made a big decision on eligibility for green cards in the United…
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Two arrests made in fatal road rage shooting involving a 6-year-old boy
Two people were arrested for the alleged road rage shooting that took the life of a 6-year-old…
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Yuma ballerinas of all ages took the stage
Ballet Yuma had their 27th annual performance Saturday showcasing dancers’…
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City of Yuma proposes $500 million budget for fiscal year 2022
Some big bucks are going into improving the City of Yuma. More than $500 million, that…
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IID responds to U.S. Supreme Court on Abatti lawsuit
A tense water rights battle continues in the Imperial Valley, an the Michael Abatti versus Imperial Irrigation District (IID)…
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Home Grown: Registration begins for Master Gardener class
In today’s Home Grown, we dive into an upcoming Master Gardener class for all experience levels to learn about agriculture in…
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Three AWC District Governing Board members up for potential recall
A former employee claims that the Arizona Western College (AWC) District Governing Board is not proactive in addressing employee…
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Legislature voting to supply state funding for fairgrounds relocation
The Yuma County Fairgrounds is in close proximity to the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, posing a serious risk to the community if an aircraft…
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Home Grown: Critical months for harvesting wheat and barley seeds
In the next week or two, farmers will be harvesting wheat, oats and barley for seed…
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Summer job opportunities for recreational activities in Yuma
Now that high school and college students are kicking off summer vacation, it’s time to bring in some extra cash for summer…
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It’s time for 2021 graduates to turn their tassels
High school graduates across Yuma County will soon be turning their tassels as a recognition of their achievements following a year unlike any other.…
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Delina DiSanto announces candidacy against Rep. Paul Gosar
Delina DiSanto announces her candidacy against Congressman Paul Gosar for the U.S. House race in…
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Home Grown: Agritourism combines two of Yuma’s economic driving forces
In today’s Home Grown, two of Yuma’s biggest economic contributions have merged into one: agriculture and…
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EMS Week honors first responders who save lives
There are plenty of workers that are worthy of the community’s recognition… And this week it’s time to honor those first responders who save…
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Community invited to honor Yuma’s fallen officers
The Fraternal Order of Police Yuma Lodge #24 is hosting its 44th annual Fallen Officer Memorial Service honoring those who lost their life while…
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Fire on I-8 causes back-up as Yuma County revises wildfire protection plan
May is the start of wildfire season, but fires in our area have already…
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IID defends itself over Abatti lawsuit regarding water rights
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) says it is standing its ground that the water rights of the Colorado River belong to all the people of the…
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