Lerner & Rowe to host backpack giveaway
The giveaway will take place Wednesday, July 23 at the Yuma Fairgrounds starting at 4:00 p.m. It is first come, first…
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‘Stop the Cuts’ rally happening in El Centro this weekend
The rally, hosted by Democrats United Imperial Valley and Indivisible activists in the county, will run from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the…
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Friends of Cibola NWR to host River Rats Clothes & More Drive this weekend
The River Rats Clothes & More Drive is taking place Saturday, July 19 at Cibola NWR’s parking lot, located at 66600 Cibola Lake Road, from 9:00 a.m.…
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Families build their own homes through Housing America’s mutual self-help program
Housing America Corporation is giving Yuma County families a chance to own a home by helping build it…
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Alzheimer’s Association to host town hall in El Centro
The town hall will be held at DayOut Adult Day Health Care Center, located at 757 W Main Street in El Centro, at 2:00…
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Yuma Rural Development Office to stay open
The USDA had planned to close the office as part of a broader lease termination effort, but changed course after Senator Ruben Gallego…
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Local organizations to host free microchip events for pet safety
With fireworks just around the corner, Yuma officials are working to keep pets safe this Fourth of July. They’ll take place June 21 at the HSOY and…
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Arizona health care providers file lawsuit to remove abortion restrictions in state
Health care providers in Arizona have filed a lawsuit aiming to remove several abortion restrictions still in place, including a 24-hour waiting…
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Calexico man sentenced for conspiring to smuggling unapproved pesticides
60-year-old Ruben Montes of Calexico has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for conspiring to smuggle over $3 million worth of unapproved…
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Bryce Fire burns over 3,100 acres, 29% contained
The human-caused wildfire has now burned just over 3,100 acres and is 29% contained. The Bryce Fire has been burning since last…
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IID to recognize field crews for Zanjero Appreciation Week
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is recognizing the work of its field crews with Zanjero Appreciation Week, which is set for May 19 through May…
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Local family displaced after home caught on fire
It happened at around 3:00 a.m. Sunday in the area of South Engler Avenue and East 15th Street. According to Rural Metro, the fire was quickly…
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“Come Wine with Us” event happening this week
The “Come Wine With Us” event is this Thursday at 6:00 p.m. at Yuma City Hall. Enjoy wine, appetizers, entertainment and a great chance to mingle…
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Semi-truck carrying U.S. mail catches fire
On Saturday, fire crews from Wellton and Tacna were able to stop the flames from destroying the entire trailer, saving about half of the…
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YumaCats to award over $40,000 in scholarships at free community event
The YumaCats will host their annual scholarship awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. at Gowan Company in downtown Yuma, and the public is…
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10th Annual Suicide Awareness and Prevention Event happening this weekend
The 10th Annual 428X Suicide Awareness and Prevention Event is set for this Saturday, and organizers say it will be the biggest one…
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YPD and DEA team up to host National Take Back Day
Yuma residents can drop off unwanted or expired prescription medication this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the YPD headquarters on South…
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AWC leader named National Communicator of the Year
According to a press release, Sarah Herman, Director of Content Strategy and Development, has been named the 2025 National Communicator of the Year…
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Border Patrol agents rescue stranded hikers in Arizona
Border Patrol agents rescued two stranded hikers in Southern Arizona in separate incidents. Both rescues happened in remote, rugged…
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Construction underway at several intersections in El Centro
Work is happening now at Ocotillo and Allen Drive, as well as Octoillo Drive and Waterman Avenue. Crews are also active along Imperial Avenue,…
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