New law allows store to round up or down to the nearest five cent increment
Gov. Katie Hobbs has signed new legislation, House Bill 2938, in Arizona about cash payments, into law and in now in…
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ACLU launches hotline for federal agent misconduct in Imperial County
The hotline is intended to document, track, and report potential abuses. Reports are divided into two categories: First Amendment violations and…
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HomeGrown: New Master Irrigator Program aims to help Yuma farmers save water
The program will offer training for both experienced agricultural professionals and students interested in entering the irrigation field.…
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Crews for the City of Yuma begin road work
The City of Yuma has started several road work projects, including a citywide road striping, which started…
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Barbara Worth Country Club under new ownership
Roben LLC purchased the Imperial Valley landmark recently. The company has already begun construction on the motel. The restaurant, golf course, bar,…
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Prison Hill Softball Team to host fundraiser for Nathan Guerrero
The Prison Hill Softball Team is hosting a fundraiser for a man who was injured in a crash last month. The fundraiser is taking place at Prison Hill…
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City of El Centro to host Easter Eggstravaganza
The event is taking place at Bucklin Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, and will feature more than 12,000 Easter…
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IID celebrates National Ag Day, Imperial Valley’s agricultural legacy
During a March 17 meeting, IID says they’re Board of Directors adopted a resolution to recognize National Ag Day “and the importance and…
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Friends of the Lower Colorado River to host Colorado River Clean-Up Day
The event is taking place Saturday, with volunteers meeting at the Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex from 7 a.m. to 7:55 a.m. for coffee and donuts…
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CHP officer in El Centro recognized at IACP Conference in Denver
CHP says Officer Salvador Acevedo Jr. was a finalist for the IACP-Axon Police Officer of the Year Award during the conference for solving a…
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Officer-involved shooting in Wellton ruled as justified
According to WPD, The Yuma County Attorney’s Office reviewed bodycam footage the morning of January 16, where police responded to a report of…
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Medical Minutes: Understanding pneumonia
Pneumonia can quickly become serious, especially for older adults and those with chronic health…
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Sepsis is a serious medical emergency that can process quickly. Mitzi Pacheco, nurse practitioner from Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH) Yuma,…
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American Legion Family to host Community Easter Party
The event is taking place American Legion Post 19, located 2575 S. Virginia Drive, from 10 a.m. to noon…
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How to prevent illegal dumping in Yuma
Illegal dumping in Yuma has been a serious issue in our community, and the Yuma County Department of Public Works is reminding locals to properly…
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Rep. Raul Ruiz on TSA workers and airport disruptions
Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-Calif.) has issued a statement in regards to the ongoing partial government shutdown, unpaid TSA workers, and ICE being deployed to…
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Rep. Raul Ruiz to host Veterans University this weekend
According to a press release, the event is taking place at Imperial Valley College, located at 380 E. Aten Road, in Imperial at 6 p.m.…
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City of Yuma awarded $1.4 million in federal housing grants
The City says these grant fundings will help expand their Housing Rehabilitation Program, which will allow more homes to receive lead hazard…
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Military Matters: Relief Society supports Marines and sailors in Yuma
From unexpected medical bills to emergency travel and basic living expenses, the organization steps in when service members need help the…
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Four areas in the Desert Southwest break record for hottest day in March in the U.S.
According to NWS, the four areas are Yuma, Martinez Lake, Winterhaven, California and Ogilby, California. All four areas, according to NWS, hit 112…
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