Yuma County Archives

Local children asked to fit their entire world into a trash bag

December 3, 2021 3:37 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

It’s the harshest of realities, in a moment’s notice children are asked to put their belongings into a bag. The child is being removed from the home,…

The newest kid on the block, says she loves it here

December 3, 2021 3:36 PM Joe Teposte, Mercedes Martinez

Audra Wrightson has called Southern California home for the better part of her life. But, on the holidays she ventured south to Yuma to visit her…

Local crimefighters have some new sidekicks

December 2, 2021 2:49 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

The Desert Southwest has no shortage of protectors. Imperial County and Yuma County have become a united front against crime.…

‘Spirit of Christmas’ coming to Yuma

December 2, 2021 7:50 PM Caleb J. Fernández

The Arizona Western College (AWC) Civic Orchestra is announcing plans to present “The Spirit of Christmas” on Saturday, December…

How local organizations are feeding those in need this Christmas

December 2, 2021 6:00 PM Luis Lopez

Food is one of the best parts of the holidays. However, it’s not always something everyone has access to. To help fight the issue, local resources…

Yuma crews respond to water leak near 8th Street and Avenue C

December 2, 2021 11:29 AM Marcos Icahuate

A water lane break has occurred between Avenue C and Phillips Avenue; crews are repairing it as soon as…

Border Patrol agents pursue vehicle, discover narcotics and over $10K in cash

December 2, 2021 8:21 AM Marcos Icahuate

Yuma Sector Border Patrol agents were in a chase with a vehicle that ignored the agents’ lights and…

Omicron variant and ICU bed shortage causes concern for local health resources

December 1, 2021 4:38 PM Luis Lopez

As COVID-19 continues to pose a threat to public health, a new variant and the holiday season have local health centers…

Local nonprofit receives outpouring of support from Yuma community

December 1, 2021 5:44 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

The old saying “it takes a village, to raise a child” is truer now than it ever was. It’s even more so relevant when a child is ill.…

Border Patrol discusses desperate measures taken by undocumented immigrants

December 1, 2021 7:12 PM Arlette Yousif

Undocumented immigrants are trying to enter the U.S. in any way possible. Some are trekking across the desert for days, hiding in small compartments,…

YRMC temporarily suspends vaccine mandate

December 1, 2021 6:15 PM Cody Lee

Many unvaccinated employees were on the verge of unpaid administrative leave or ultimately about to lose their job before a district court blocked a…

Fore!!! Yuma County Chamber needs golfers (good or bad)

December 1, 2021 2:09 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

It’s tee time, but in this case, there are no crumpets. The Yuma County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Annual Driving Business in Yuma Golf…

Business expert says new customers are just a click away

December 1, 2021 1:48 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

Ads are just part of the experience when surfing the web, and for most consumers, those ads are hard to miss. And, that’s why John Hessinger with the…