NAU Yuma’s Speech Pathology Program trains locals
Northern Arizona University (NAU) launched its Speech-Language Pathology Master’s Program at the Yuma campus in 2022. It’s already drawing in local…
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Arizona’s Children Association gifts 100 Yuma families home library kits
Over the past months, the Yuma Arizona’s Children Association has been gathering home library supplies to deliver to 100 Yuma families to help boost…
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Local sheriff earns National War College degree
Capt. Milner, the Detention Bureau Commander with YCSO, starts by saying, “I am an adamant believer that leaders are lifetime…
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Travis Manion Foundation hosting Back to School Backpack Giveaway
The Travis Manion Foundation and The Lab will be giving out backpacks with school supplies to students from sixth to 12th…
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Local coalitions prepare for back-to-school mental health readiness
The Yuma County Anti Drug Coalition (YCADC) and Yuma County Mental Health Coalition (YCMHC) are helping to support mental health, prevent overdose,…
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New school opt out ruling could affect Yuma classrooms
A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling allows parents to opt their children out of public school lessons that conflict with their religious…
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Trump Administration withholds federal funds for California schools
California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond says the state will pursue legal action to make sure schools receive those…
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Back to School Rodeo to be held in July
The event will be held Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Yuma Civic Center (1440 W. Desert Hills…
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Yuma Elementary School District One bringing more mental health resources to students
Yuma Elementary School District One is partnering with Cartwheel, a trusted mental health partner for K-12 schools, to support the mental health of…
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Cross-Border support helps Calexico adults learn English
At a recent “Ceremonia de Logro” held at Camarena Memorial Library, students celebrated the progress they’ve made in a beginner-level English…
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Imperial Valley students awarded over $30k in scholarships
An Imperial Valley organization awarded students over $30,000 in scholarships during a…
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Local clinic to host Back to School event next month
Regional Center for Border Health San Luis Walk-In Clinic is hosting a two-day Back to School event next month at two different…
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Department of Justice sues over tuition for undocumented students
The U.S. Justice Department is taking legal action against the state of Texas over a controversial higher education…
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Trump suspends international student visas
Harvard University is asking a court to stop the Trump Administration’s latest attempt to block international students from the…
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Yuma Rotary Club awards scholarships to local students
The club says, “A total of $14,000 was awarded to support these students in their pursuit of higher…
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IVC hosts 2025 commencement ceremony
It was a big day for college grads in the Valley as Imperial Valley College (IVC) hosted their commencement ceremony…
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Latest on the State Department revoking visas for Chinese students
President Trump said Thursday he will not ban all Chinese students while adding, “We want them to be…
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“Bite of Reality” event gives students a taste of the real world spending
Local Somerton kids get a taste of the real world. The “Bite of Reality” event provided an interactive life simulation where kids get to experience…
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Yuma school districts are giving kids free meals during the summer
The Yuma Union High School District, Yuma School District One, and Crane Elementary School District are serving free summer breakfast and lunches to…
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Career camp gives Yuma middle schoolers a head start
The 2025 Career Exploration Camp introduces students to hands-on careers in fields like cosmetology, biomedical technology, animation, and law and…
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