Cooling technology tested in Yuma fields could help farmers beat extreme heat
Researchers are evaluating a large-scale evaporative cooling system designed to create a more controlled growing environment directly in open farm…
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Safe Haven baby boxes to be installed in Yuma County
The program began after Baby Sonny was found abandoned in a trash can near a Yuma hotel on May 1,…
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Strong Beginnings Project holds Sensory Classroom Initiative
The Strong Beginnings Project is inviting the Yuma community to nominate teachers who they think would benefit from a sensory-friendly…
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District One superintendent appointed to State Council on the Education for Military Children
Yuma School District One says their superintendent, Denis Ponder, has been appointed to Arizona’s State Council on the Education for Military…
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Woman found dead on Adams Avenue in Yuma
According to a press release, YCSO deputies responded to the area of Adams Avenue and Tera Lane at around 10:10 a.m., where a woman’s body was…
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Yuma libraries kick off summer reading program to combat ‘summer slump’
The program’s theme this year is “Unearth a Story.” Readers of all ages are encouraged to pick up a new story, track how long they’ve been reading…
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Summer is almost here, and so are the pests in Yuma
That’s why experts say it’s important to make sure your home is ready before pests start making their way…
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Yuma non-profit launches hygiene kit drive to support local Veterans
Right Turn for Yuma Veterans, an organization dedicated to assisting Veterans facing homelessness and other challenges, is collecting donations to…
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Yuma locals concerned about cameras next to ballot drop boxes
Yuma County Recorder David Lara says the cameras are only zoomed in at the drop boxes, not at parking lots, licenses plates, or people entering the…
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4th of July celebration to be held in Somerton
The 4th of July celebration will be held July 3 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Council Ave. Park (801 Council Avenue Somerton, AZ…
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AWC celebrates first day under new president
Arizona Western College (AWC) is celebrating Dr. Reetika Dhawan’s first day as their 10th president…
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Chick-fil-A, YFD and YPD team up for Touch-the-Truck event
Chick-fil-A teams up with the Yuma Fire and Police Departments for the Touch-the-Truck event over the weekend. The event took place at the…
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Local nonprofit in Yuma hosts Colorado River clean-up
The event took place at Gateway Park at 7 a.m., with over 30 people volunteering to help clean the Colorado River, according to the organization’s…
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El Charro Café set to host fundraiser for long-time waitress and husband
A portion of the proceeds from sales next Thursday and Friday will be donated to help cover Maria and Cesar Ruan’s expenses as they navigate his…
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Gas prices drop in Yuma, but Arizona still ranks among most expensive states
Despite the price drop, Arizona still ranks in the top ten for the most expensive gas prices in the country. The average price for gas in the state…
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Yuma School District One offers kids free meals for summer
As summer break begins, Yuma school districts are continuing to support local families by providing free meals to children throughout the summer…
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Tacos Marlyn named 2026 Arizona Woman-Owned Business of the Year
A Yuma small business is receiving statewide recognition after Tacos Marlyn was named the 2026 Arizona Woman-Owned Business of the Year by the U.S.…
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WACOG dedicates building in honor of longtime former executive director
Community members, elected officials, friends, and family gathered to honor Brian Babiars, the former Executive Director of the…
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Bark Park set to reopen after renovations
The park underwent construction work including new shade structures, new trash receptacles and a new drinking…
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Yuma Neighbors United striving for cleaner cemetery
Yuma Neighbors United was created with the goal of cleaning and maintaining the cemetery to honor the citizens who helped establish the…
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