Local mail carriers to participate in 2025 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Taking place this Saturday, mail carriers will pick up bags of non-perishable food items, which people will leave next to their…
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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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Paranormal fans flock to sold-out ‘Witching Hour’ at Yuma Territorial Prison
Hundreds gathered at the historic site Saturday evening for an immersive paranormal experience that included cemetery tours, palm readings, a…
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Local nurses honored during 2025 Yuma County Nurses Gala
The 2025 Yuma County Nurses Gala was held at Hoffman Estates Saturday night. More than 100 local nurses and their families came together for awards,…
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Yuma’s Kentucky Derby Fun Day brings the community together for animals in need
While the Kentucky Derby played out on screens across the nation, dozens of Yuma locals gathered on Saturday for a celebration that gave the race a…
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New solar power & battery energy storage center in Yuma
Yuma Solar is Invenergy’s 1st solar energy facility in Arizona, and its 11th project to successfully complete development in the Copper State. APS is…
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Fortuna Mini Mall offers new opportunities for local vendors under new ownership
A longtime shopping staple in the Foothills is getting a fresh start. The Simply Shabby Mini Mall is now under new ownership and a new name: Fortuna…
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Three generous donations making a difference at the Yuma Boys and Girls Club
The re-imagined space includes several rooms for the kids to enjoy including an art room, computer lab, STEM room, and music…
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Yuma man saves daughter from vicious dog attack
A local father saved his seven-year-old daughter from a dog attack while walking her to…
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Local high school senior devotes time to making a difference in healthcare
In honor of National Volunteer Month, Mylinda Garcia, a junior volunteer at Onvida Health, has logged over 195 hours over the past two…
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Measles endemic could be coming
A new study shows that measles could become endemic if U.S. vaccination rates do not…
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Rescued dog is recovering at Humane Society of Yuma
A severely emaciated and malnourished dog found two weeks ago is getting a second chance thanks to the Humane Society of Yuma…
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New children’s picture book inspired by Marine Corps Air Station Yuma
The story depicts a young girl’s reunion with her military dad after he spends six months…
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City of El Centro previews Buena Vista Park ribbon-cutting ceremony
The ceremony is taking place, Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at 1010 Fieldview…
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Local agencies host National Take Back Day
The event was for people who wanted to get rid of unwanted or expired prescription medication in a safe…
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Floating Easter Egg Hunt in El Centro postponed for next weekend
The City of El Centro says the Floating Easter Egg Hunt has been rescheduled for next Saturday at 1:00 p.m. The City says this was due to the high…
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Hundreds of students presented in the Second Annual NAU Yuma Student Research Symposium
Several students are putting in the research for their future careers. Over 200 students attended in-person and online to present their projects to…
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‘Celebrate the Child’ brings fun and awareness to Yuma community
The event, hosted by The Healing Journey Behavioral Health in partnership with Crossroads Mission Yuma, combined food, games, music, and education,…
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Yuma celebrates Arbor Day with community tree planting
With shovels in hand and sunshine overhead, residents gathered at Joe Henry Memorial Park Thursday morning to celebrate Arbor Day with a special…
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Local mom & sheriff react to new House Bill helping prevent fentanyl death
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) says in 2022, there was over 73,000 fentanyl deaths in the U.S. This averages to about 200 deaths per day.…
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