State land leases for AgTech terminated
Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.) said the Arizona State Land Department (ASLD) has terminated five state land agricultural leases held by AgTech and other related entities in Yuma County.
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Peter Rodriguez runs for El Centro City Council
Peter Rodriguez said his main priorities are providing resources for first responders and assistance for seniors. Rodriguez is one of eight candidates running to fill two seats on the council.
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Battle for Imperial County District 5: Patricia Lizarraga sets sights on November runoff
As the general election approaches, Lizarraga is launching the next phase of her campaign with a message of deep gratitude for the voters who advanced her past the primaries.
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Yuma County supervisors discuss Public Defender’s Office move and possible logo update
Yuma County supervisors approved a change to a local speed limit and discussed possible changes to county offices and the county logo.
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Imperial County urges Gov. Newsom to veto Air District expansion bill
Senate Bill 675 has cleared the State Legislature, passing the Senate in a 30-to-10 vote and securing a 58-to-19 victory in the Assembly.
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Ashley Contreras de la Vega runs for Imperial Valley Healthcare District 3
When she was 26-years-old, Ashley Contreras De la Vega was in an accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down. Now, she has her sights set on a seat on the Imperial Valley Healthcare District.
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Yuma County Republican Party hosts VIP dinner
The event took place at the Elks Lodge Monday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with Scott Jennings, a senior political commentator for CNN, serving as the keynote speaker.
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What AI mental health support looks like as California sets new limits
Senate Bill 903, written by State Sen. Steve Padilla (D-District 18), would prevent companion chatbots from advertising or providing psychotherapy in California, but therapists and AI developers said the technology can still have a role as a support tool.
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Candidates hold meet and greet in Calexico
Candidates held a meet and greet in Calexico to present their proposals to city residents. Candidates running for Calexico City Council are Diana Nuricumbo and Alexis Rangel.
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Sara Solorzano runs for Imperial City Council
Solorzano said public safety, especially when it comes to first responders, is a priority for her as a former Emergency Medical Technician.
Continue Reading Mixed reaction to biosolids contract renewal
It was a unanimous vote, but there was a long discussion between Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls and the rest of the council members before they cast their votes.
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State Sen. Tim Dunn weighs in on data center debate
State Sen. Tim Dunn (R-District 25) is weighing in on data center debate after Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes called for a pause on new projects.
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Election signs in Calexico vandalized
Several campaign signs were vandalized in Imperial County. Now, there’s a reward in place to help find the people damaging the signs.
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Yuma City Council meeting happening soon
The Yuma City Council is holding a meeting Wednesday evening, taking on the topic of biosolids.
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San Luis City Council denies mayor’s new project
During the council meeting on August 12, Riedel Construction presented a 62-unit townhome project near Avenue E. The council voted 3-2 against the project.
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Voter registration deadline approaches ahead of midterm election
The Yuma County Recorder’s Office is reminding residents to register to vote and update their voter registration information head of November 3 election.
Continue Reading Reaction to Arizona attorney general’s call for statewide pause on data center construction
Locals across Yuma County are sharing their reaction to Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes’ call for a statewide pause on data center construction.
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John Canaris runs for Calexico City Council
A candidate running for Calexico City Council said the city needs to be doing more to combat pollution and address environmental issues.
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U.S. and Mexico trade talks continue
The United States has declined to renew USMCA for an additional 16 years during its mandatory six-year joint review.
Continue Reading Yuma County Republican Party to host VIP dinner
The event is on Monday, September 7, at the Elks Lodge in Yuma from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Scott Jennings, a senior political commentator for CNN, will serve as the keynote speaker.
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