City of Yuma to host surplus property auction in October
The auction will be held on October 18 at the City’s surplus property yard (190 W. 14th Street) starting at 9…
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Yuma High School class of 1980 to host 45th reunion in November
The reunion is set for November 7-9 in Yuma,…
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Yuma man arrested for child sex abuse material
On Saturday, September 6, 2025, police began an investigation on 73-year-old Miguel Bonilla. Officers found that Bonilla was in possession of child…
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Chelada Fest to be held in Somerton in October
The UTV Off Road Showdown Chelada Fest will be at Somerton Main Street on October 18, starting at 4:30…
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Grand Master Luis Larios: From Yuma to the World
Born in San Luis RÃo Colorado, Mexico, Larios says he faced bullying as a child, but martial arts gave him the tools to forge his character and…
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Medical Minutes: Understanding asthma
In a dry and dusty climate like we have here in Arizona, asthma and allergies are more than just seasonal nuances. They can seriously impact daily…
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New waste facility coming to South County
The facility will be located on County 19th Street and sit on a 10-acre parcel of land provided by the Bureau of Reclamation. It will feature 30…
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Yuma High to induct 2025 class into Hall of Fame
The Yuma High School (YHS) Hall of Fame currently has 142 individuals inducted, with five individuals, one team and four representatives joining…
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New study shows the economic impact Arizona Wester College has on La Paz and Yuma County
According to a study done by “Lightcast,” In the 2023-24 fiscal year Arizona Western College added almost $319.2 million to the income of both La Paz…
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Yuma County improving protecting public funds
Yuma County is currently working to prevent fraud cases like the one in Santa Cruz County, where the former treasurer stole more than $38…
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One person dead in officer-involved shooting in the Foothills
According to a press release, it happened in the area of S. Avenue 12 E and 36th Place at around 7:22 p.m.…
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AWC welcomes new Sports Information Director
Scott Gross will be promoting Matador Athletics by making play-by-plays for home games, reporting game statistics, updating rosters, managing…
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Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area receives grant to fund field trips
The Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area (YCNHA) has received a National Park Foundation grant to fund its “Yuma Live History Adventures”…
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Arizona’s minimum wage to rise to more than $15 an hour
Arizona’s minimum wage will rise to more than $15 an hour starting Jan. 1, marking the first time it will pass that…
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A legacy of leadership for four siblings Eagle Scouts
When four siblings become Eagle Scouts, you know it’s no ordinary family. It’s a legacy of leadership for a local family with four siblings and four…
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Job fair coming to Arizona Western College in October
The Yuma Community Job & Education Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at Arizona Western College, Schoening Center from 9 a.m. to 12…
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New study shows how to reduce aphid infestations in lettuce
A recent study by a University of Arizona assistant professor and extension specialist Ali T. Mohammed shares how to reduce aphid infestation in…
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Father of Yuma road rage victim searching for answers
19-year-old Juan Figueroa is accused of running over his 17-year old brother,…
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City of Yuma Communication Team earns national recognition
The City of Yuma’s Communication Team have earned several awards at the City-County Communications and Marketing Association (3CMA) Awards…
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AWC receives $250,000 grant to benefit CTE programs
According to a press release, the grant is said to help expand “work-based experimental learning” across their Career and Technical Education (CTE)…
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