Prescribed burn planned for February at Imperial National Wildlife Refuge
A prescribed fire will be conducted in February, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The fire is planned for February 12, 2026 at the…
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YUHSD to host Parent Academy session this spring
According to a press release, the academy, starting Tuesday, February 24, 2026, is to help families “feel confident and informed as their child…
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City of Yuma offices to close for President’s Day
According to a press release, trash collected on Monday will take place Tuesday, and trash collected on Tuesday will take place…
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Two injured in hit and run on E. County 18 1/2 Street
According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of E. County 18 1/2 Street and S. Avenue 3E before 6:30 a.m.…
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Crane Elementary School District to host registration series
Crane Elementary School District is hosting a registration series at nine of their schools to prepare for the 2026-27 school…
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Yuma High School CTE students hold presentations at city council meetings
Yuma Union High School District Career and Technical Education (CTE) students held presentations at city council meetings with the City of San Luis,…
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Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo hosts annual Horseman’s Banquet
The banquet, which took place at the Yuma Clubhouse at 6:00 p.m., is put on every year to thank the Silver Spur Rodeo Committee sponsors for their…
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Locals react to Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks is taking on the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California…
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Locals attend 2026 County Lovin’ Hoedown
Crossroads Mission hosted the 2026 Country Lovin’ Hoedown at the Pivot Point Conference Center at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, where attendees enjoyed an…
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One dead in crash on Araby Road in Yuma
According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of S. Araby Road, near the roundabout, at around 2:15 p.m.…
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Five injured in crash on 24th Street in Yuma
According to a press release, the crash happened at the intersection of 24th Street and Pacific Avenue at around 7:45 p.m.…
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City of Somerton hosts Petpalooza 2026
The City of Somerton hosted Petpalooza 2026, which took place at 9:00 a.m. at Council Avenue Park. The event lasted until 1:00…
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Vertical Church hosts bi-annual prom event
People dressed to impress Thursday evening at Vertical Church in Yuma as the church hosted its bi-annual prom for adults and students with special…
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State funding brings transportation improvements to Imperial County
Nearly $1 billion in state funding is being sent to transportation projects across California, including Imperial…
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San Luis Police Department facing officer shortage
The San Luis Police Department (SLPD) currently has two to three officers and one supervisor per shift, when they should have four officers and one…
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Yuma man linked to multiple robberies accepts plea deal
41-year-old Miguel Angel Soqui pleaded guilty to theft of a means of transportation. No probation will be available. His sentencing is scheduled for…
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BBQ & Brew Festival returns to Downtown Yuma in February 2026
The annual event is taking place along Main Street Saturday, February 28, 2026, from noon to 9:00…
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Former MCAS Yuma officer dies in helicopter crash in Flagstaff
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) identified the pilot as Robert B. Skankey and the DPS paramedic trooper on board as Hunter R.…
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Yuma woman and child hospitalized with serious injuries after crashing into pool
On Friday, February 6, 2026, at about 2:56 a.m., officers were called about a crash into a swimming pool in the area of W. 14th…
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AWC hosting wellness and health fair to celebrate Valentines Day
Arizona Western College is hosting the Heart and Healthy Relationships Fair starting Wednesday, February 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 3C…
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