Funding cuts impact local non-profits
Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG) provides several services for locals like transportation, legal assistance, and senior nutrition…
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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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Public input needed for Yuma transportation plans
They say these proposed plans will improve traffic and safety through roadway and intersection…
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IID contributes $40,000 to support safe water activities
IID says the funds will help “expenses associated with keeping pools open, providing free or discounted swimming lessons, or providing safe water…
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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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GoFundMe created for Yuma man injured in head-on crash
The GoFundMe was created to help support Louie Torres’ family’s travel expenses as his wishes are for his family to be there for him “as much as…
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ECH Yuma to host First Aid & CPR Training this weekend
Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH) Yuma is hosting a First Aid & CPR Training event this weekend. The event is taking place Sunday, June 22, at the…
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ECH Yuma to host Teddy Bear Clinic this weekend
The event, designated to address fears regarding hospitalization, is taking place at the hospital, located at 2648 S. Araby Road, on Saturday, June…
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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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Army recruitment levels are at their highest level in 15 years
In early June, the Army met its fiscal 2025 recruiting goals four months early, signing 61,000 contracts for new active-duty…
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Children’s Museum of Yuma County extends summer hours
They will now be open Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. They say a new playground is also expected to be ready sometime this…
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El Centro hosts celebration to honor Juneteenth
The Imperial Valley Social Justice Committee hosted a Juneteenth event with soul food, singers, performances by line and folklorico dancers, local…
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Frozen yogurt shop in San Luis, Arizona open for business
According to the City of San Luis’ Facebook post, Frozz Frozen Yogurt, located at Plaza Colobri Bldg 1, 469 N Avenue E, suite #3 & #4, opened to the…
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Yuma and El Centro residents attend two Juneteenth events
There were two Juneteenth events happening this weekend, one in El Centro from noon until 5:00 p.m. while the other is taking place at Carver Park in…
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Yuma to celebrate the Army’s 250th birthday at Colorado River State Historic Park
The Colorado River State Historic Park is hosting a 250th Army birthday celebration on Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 1…
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Salvation Army opens location in San Luis
These are some of the things you can find at the first Salvation Army center in San Luis, expanding its social support network in the region. This…
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Locals throughout Yuma County raise funds for victim of shooting and arson
After 31-year-old Leticia Villareal died, people throughout the community came together to sell merchandise to raise funds for her…
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Yuma Art Center unveils ‘Contemporary Icons’ exhibit
A new exhibit at the Yuma Art Center is bringing history, spirituality and even augmented reality to…
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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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El Centro Public Library launches their Summer Reading Program
The El Centro Public Library held a registration event for their annual Summer Reading Program Wednesday…
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