Art in the Park held for first time since COVID-19 pandemic
The local art community welcomed back one of it’s favorite events on Saturday. Art in the Park made it’s return to Gateway Park. Festivities…
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If knowledge is power, this class will give you a power boost
Politics is a hot-button issue and is at the top of conversations at most gatherings. And, that’s exactly why more and more people are taking…
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YRMC reports increase in hospitalizations, low staff capacity
The fast-moving Omicron variant causing hospitalization numbers to soar to a level we haven’t seen in several…
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Local health care provider reacts to new vaccine mandate
Places like Sunset Health have been trying for months to get the public vaccinated. However, the Supreme Courts decision to mandate vaccines for…
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Park Manager Tammy Snook is inviting everyone to a Chalk’ing good time
For many of us chalk was part of our daily life, at one time or another our names made their way to a corner of a teacher’s chalkboard.…
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The Yuma Union High School District is receiving funding to purchase new school buses
The Yuma Union High School District is receiving over $200,000 to help purchase new…
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Man arrested, accused of aggravated assault and armed robbery
Today, United States Marshals arrested a man who was accused of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and…
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Mayor Nicholls, Supervisor Lines join Congressional Border Security Caucus meeting
This week the Congressional Border Security Caucus held its first meeting of the year to discuss the impacts of the current border…
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To some, the desert is just dirt and cacti, but to others – it’s an adventure
For those of us living in the Desert Southwest, the mere word “Desert” ignites excitement. While many simply identify the desert as rocks, cacti,…
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Yuma sees 9.5% increase in cost of living over past 10 years
It seems like everything has been getting pricier lately, and in Yuma, a new study confirms that wallets are becoming a bit…
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Yuma High School earns award for safe learning experiences amidst pandemic
Yuma High School has earned an award as part of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) for…
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Large group of migrants, stash of weapons found by agents in Yuma
On Monday, El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents made multiple arrests involving United States citizens and a large group of migrants, along with…
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Yuma County’s 4H is serving a mouth-watering dish with a side of appreciation
For those that enjoy a good barbecue, the annual 4H Pit Barbecue Fundraiser is marked on their calendars. For more than a half-century, 4H has held…
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Yuma schools are still searching for bus drivers
School bus drivers are still in great demand throughout Yuma…
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COVID-19 surge affecting local restaurants in Yuma
COVID-19 cases just continue to rise, and while it affects all industries of Yuma’s economy, local restaurants have been among those affected the…
Continue ReadingBlood donations are critically needed as Red Cross faces worst shortage in a decade
By Megan Marples, CNN If you’ve ever considered donating blood, now is the time to take action. Blood donations are absolutely critical right…
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Yuma County’s COVID-19 positivity rate at its highest since beginning of 2021
High COVID-19 cases are being reported in both Yuma and Imperial counties Wednesday. The counties are both showing high positivity rates…
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Hospital District Board approves YRMC construction projects
According to the Hospital District Board, YRMC CFO David Willie will present financial information to the board during their regularly scheduled…
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Army to raise maximum enlistment bonus
The U.S. Army is now offering a max bonus of $50,000 for anyone who enlists, because of recruitment…
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Experts say it’s time to pay off that holiday debt
It’s that time of the year when your Christmas tree is either back in a box or mulch. Christmas lights have been put away and the only thing you’re…
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