Calexico families rally for safer parks
The rally, which took place before the City Council meeting, was sparked by concerns that many parks in Calexico are unsafe and…
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Make-a-Wish grants a local teen’s Can-Am wish
Yuma local Rico Montemayor was diagnosed with a brain tumor when he was 13-years-old. Montemayor wished for a four-door Can-Am that would give him…
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Hundreds of El Centro residents attend annual Easter Eggstravaganza
Children between the ages of two- and 14-years-old searched for more than 11,000 eggs during the…
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Two local artists to share filmmaking insights during Brawley Career Day
Roy Dorantes, a multi-award-winning filmmaker, and Anthony De La Cruz, an actor, will team up to “inspire and educate attendees” during the Brawley…
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Tips to avoid tax scams this tax season
“Tax scams are big right now because the deadline is here to file you taxes and scammers know that people may be panicking and try to take advantage…
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“It’s a LEGO World” exhibit gives children in Calexico a chance to showcase their creativity
From colorful sculptures to imaginative LEGO creations, these pieces are part of the city’s special celebration, showcasing over 70 local…
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Yuma family picks up the pieces after fire destroys their home and claims the life of a family pet
The GoFundMe’s organizer said the house was deemed a total loss and the fire left his brothers and their roommates “without anything, including the…
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Local organizations to host First Autism Awareness Poker Run
Yuma BikeLife and Citadels MC Prison Hill Chapter are hosting the First Autism Awareness Poker Run this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Children’s…
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Forum unites healthcare leaders from across the region
This year’s annual Yuma County, Arizona Biomedical Research Centre and NAU Forum is more than just a meeting. It’s a chance for healthcare leaders…
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2025 Arizona Pride Tour stops in Yuma
The show is starting at 7:00 p.m. and is taking place the Historic Yuma Theatre. The event is featuring two local performers: Inky Oshanns and Poison…
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Locals attend Second Annual Cocopah Earth Day Festival
The event’s organizer Jenn Alspach says these events plant Earth-friendly seeds in our youth’s…
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Locals attend annual Walk for Autism event
The event, hosted by Strong Beginnings, took place at Gateway Park at 8:00 a.m., with the walk starting at 9:00 a.m. The event was to raise awareness…
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Medical professionals introduce first-of-its-kind mobile Autism diagnosis unit
A first-of-its-kind mobile diagnosis unit, called George and Audrey is hitting the road. Come May, it’ll be staffed with clinical professionals…
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Arizona Western College custodian nationally recognized
Jennifer Aitken has been a familiar face at AWC for five years. Now, she’s one of ten national finalists for the 2025 Cintas Custodian of the Year…
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Fiesta del Valle Flavor Friday Returns to El Centro
The free event runs from 4 to 10 p.m. this Friday, April 11, at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion parking…
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Local family experiences full circle of organ donation
A local family’s full-circle story of organ donation shows how one charitable decision can breathe new life to where there was once…
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AWC to hold 2025 Student Showcase next week
In a press release, the event is taking place at the Yuma and San Luis campuses next Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30…
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Local agencies participate in 43rd Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
The 43rd annual event started in San Luis, where the Flame of Hope was lit, and then it was carried throughout Yuma…
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Fiesta del Valle Flavor Friday returns to El Centro
The free event runs from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion parking lot, located at 770 Park…
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Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls delivers State of the City Address
The address, taking place at the AWC Yuma Campus, is to highlight the current accomplishments, challenges and future plans for the City of…
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