Yuma County’s new project to give communities reliable high-speed internet
The Yuma County broadband fiber middle-mile backbone project will bring fast, reliable and affordable internet services to locals across Yuma…
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UK natives react to Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral
Two locals originally from the United Kingdom say they’re saddened by the Queen’s passing, but are looking forward to the reign of King Charles…
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Calexico police looking for suspect asking minors for sexual acts
The Calexico Police Department is looking for a suspect accused of trying to get minors to perform sexual acts with him in his…
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Two Yuma high school dance programs collaborate for halftime performance
Both high school dance programs from Yuma High School (YHS) and Kofa High School (KFS) collaborated and did a halftime performance at the annual…
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Yuma County adds two new ballot boxes
Yuma county announced it would be expanding voting access in San Luis and the Foothills for the general…
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Knight and first lady present quilt at MIA-POW ceremony
Over the weekend, the Yuma Elks Lodge 476 held their annual MIA-POW…
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Two dead after plane crashed in Dateland
On Friday, September 16, an Arizona Department of Public Safety Trooper observed a large plume of smoke while on…
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FOE #398 Yuma hosts fundraiser for local school crossguard’s funeral expenses
The Fraternal Order of Eagles #398 Yuma hosted a fundraiser today for the Palmcroft elementary crossguard who died after she was struck by a vehicle…
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Yuma elementary teacher named as MVP in the Classroom
Justin Wolter, a 5th grade teacher from James B. Rolle Elementary was named MVP in the Classroom by the Arizona Cardinals and the University of…
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Sprague’s Sports to host dove hunt clean-up
Sprague’s Sports is organizing a community cleanup on Saturday at 6 a.m., breakfast will be provided to volunteers and you’ll also be eligible to…
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Kofa High School student selected as a member of the Arizona Youth Arts Council
Kofa High School sophomore Aiyana Polk was chosen to be a member of the Arizona Youth Arts Council on behalf of the Arizona Commission of the Arts…
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AZ Rep. Fernandez accused of harassment
Rep. Alma Hernandez (D-Arizona) posted and sent a letter to her colleagues, accusing Rep. Brian Fernandez (D-Arizona) of…
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Almost 400 Arizona leaders gathered to address the Colorado River water shortage
Arizona growers, lawmakers, attorneys, and business leaders came together in Tempe to address the water shortage on the Colorado River.…
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Imperial Valley College will host a career fair on September 29
The Imperial Valley College (IVC) will host a career fair for College and University Day that will help students find their future…
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Calexico police looking for man stealing license plates
The Calexico Police Department (CPD) said it needs the public’s help looking for a man who they say has been stealing license plates around the city.…
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Mayor Nicholls takes on new role
Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls has been unanimously elected to serve a two-year term as president of the League of Arizona Cities and Towns, an…
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Multi-million dollar corridor project underway, faster travel from Yuma to San Luis
A major corridor project connecting Somerton and San Luis with State Route 195 and US Highway 95 is…
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Castle Dome Middle School receives award worth $10K for new furniture
Castle Dome Middle School (CDMS) were awarded the SBI Pegasus grant from Saxton Bradley, Inc. on September 14 for new furniture worth about…
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Yuma agriculture lab helps prevent COVID-19 outbreaks, now expanding to other targets
The Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture helped prevent COVID-19 outbreaks in Yuma County using wastewater-based epidemiology.…
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Palmcroft Elementary to hold drive-thru fundraiser to support family of crossing guard
In an effort to honor and support the family of a beloved crossing guard, Palmcroft Elementary School is holding a fundraiser Friday…
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