Veto override on “Tamale Bill” fails
A local chef says the local food scene is special, and hopes the failure of this bill doesn’t prevent anyone else from starting up their own…
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Humane Society of Yuma receives 18 abandoned dogs in one day
The Humane Society of Yuma received about 18 dogs in one day, all in different shapes, colors, and breeds but predominately appear to be dachshund…
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YRMC Cancer Center spearheads diversity
Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Cancer Center is standing out in a good way nationwide. One of only 17 non-federal cancer centers in the nation…
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Yuma Agricultural Center testing wastewater for Candida auris
Public health officials are closely watching the results that come out of the University of Arizona Ag Extension lab in Yuma so they can be prepared…
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Multiple county roads closed due to Gila River flow
Multiple roads in Yuma County are currently closed until further notice due to the Gila River flow, says the Yuma County Department of Public…
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Jose Ramirez visited Yuma for meet and greet
For fans of boxing, Yuma residents were treated with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet junior welterweight boxing champion Jose…
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YPD and DEA host National Drug Take Back Day
This was a nationwide event, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), for anyone who has any prescription medication that are expired,…
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Two people injured in car-motorcycle crash, YCSO investigates
According to a press release, the incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 12:47am in the area of Avenue B and County 13th…
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Children’s Festival of the Arts celebrates 30 years
While the festival is celebrating it’s 30 years, it relies on support from local organizations, schools, and art education…
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First Veteran Suicide Prevention Bike Run takes off
The event is to bring awareness and honor Veterans who died by suicide and to help them make better…
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CASA of Yuma County hosts 30th Anniversary Recognition and Awards Ceremony
CASA advocates for children in the foster care system who need someone to speak for them in court.
The main awards given were Rookie of the Year,…
Long awaited Children’s Museum Yuma County is now open
The grand opening for Children’s Museum Yuma County is finally…
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Travel trailer catches flames Friday afternoon
A travel trailer caught on fire and was extinguished by firefighters Friday…
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Migrants from Ghana cross the Yuma border
Migrants crossing the border into Yuma are not just from Mexico, Central America, and South…
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Humane Society of Yuma receives donation
The Humane Society of Yuma received a generous donation from the Yuma…
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Crane District to increase teacher salaries
Effective on July 1, 2023, all Crane Elementary School District employees will receive a 7% salary increase.…
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AWC to honor Teachers of the Year
Arizona Western College names Dr. Sara Amani and Rafael Encina as Teachers of the…
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Yuma County Public Works provides work zone safety awareness to teen drivers
Yuma County Public Works went to Gila Ridge High School Thursday to bring work zone awareness and safety tips to teen…
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Growing city with growing needs, YFD recruiting firefighters
The Yuma fire department is recruiting more…
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Holocaust remembrance at YPG
YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) remembered the victims of the Holocaust Thursday morning. They also honored 10 soldiers…
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