Recap of Yuma man’s murder trial
40-year-old Nicholas Harder is charged in the death of 57-year-old Anthony Jordinelli in May of 2023. He faces one count of premeditated…
Continue Reading Audio recordings presented in court for Yuma man’s murder trial
In one of the recordings, Harder and a friend can be heard discussing what to do with the body of the victim. 57-year-old Anthony Jordinelli, along…
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Local scam targeting Medicare recipients
A local scam is targeting Medicare recipients. The Yuma Police Department (YPD) partnered with Onvida Health to inform the community about what you…
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SPECIAL REPORT: H-2A guest workers are the backbone of Yuma agriculture — vital to feeding America
Behind every grocery store shelf is a story few of us see. Yuma is recognized as the winter lettuce capital of the world and the foundation of…
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Local businesses, community leaders gather for ATHENA Awards
Local businesses and community leaders gathered in Yuma Thursday for the ATHENA Awards. Five local women were nominated for this prestigious…
Continue Reading Trial for Yuma man accused of murder enters second day
40-year-old Nicholas Harder is charged in the death of 57-year-old Anthony Jordinelli in May 2023. He faces one count of premeditated…
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Locals in Yuma react to gas prices continuing to rise
Yuma’s current gas price average for regular gas is $4.57 per gallon. That’s almost an entire dollar higher compared to last…
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Toy drive honors memory of Baby Lucas
Saturday is a very special day in the community, honoring the memory of Baby Lucas with a toy drive. The event is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at…
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Locals concerned about potential data center coming to Yuma
A private informational the meeting was hosted by the Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation Friday…
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Fire leaves single mother of five homeless — family asking for community help
A fire ripped through a Yuma home, leaving a single mother of five and one on the way left her and other family members displaced and asking for…
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Flies continue to bug locals — experts offer tips to keep homes pest free
Laura Rosenwald, entomologist with NPMA, said, “A lot of their activity is going to be based on activity they’re going to be looking for food…
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April is sexual assault awareness month — Amberly’s Place offers support, resources in Yuma County
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This month is a time for survivors, advocates, and the community to come together to speak openly about…
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YPD urge drivers to put phones away during Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a time to reflect on your driving habits, regroup and take responsibility for the choices you…
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Gen Z shifts away from drinking, embraces healthier lifestyles
Generation Z is moving away from alcohol and focusing on living healthier lives, and younger people are becoming known as the generation that…
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Local man urges people to recycle
A longtime Yuma County resident and retired Marine Veteran is urging neighbors to act after noticing a recent uptick in improperly discarded trash…
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Local farmers react to wet weather disturbance
A wet November caused some disturbance in local farming that highlights how farmers overcome weather…
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Yuma Random Acts of Kindness to host Bake Sale this weekend
The event is happening at 1496 Yuma Palms Parkway, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Guests can purchase sweet treats, refreshing drinks, enter a…
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Man who drowned while saving two boys awarded the Carnegie Medal for Heroism posthumously
According to the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission, Jeff Brady is one of 18 people who risked “serious injury or death, or were killed, saving or…
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Local college student accepted to highly coveted program
Reporter Lauren Duffel spoke with Kailee Bunte about her educational journey to achieving her dream as an…
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Officer-involved shooting in Wellton ruled as justified
According to WPD, The Yuma County Attorney’s Office reviewed bodycam footage the morning of January 16, where police responded to a report of…
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