Somerton High School to get $30 million in funding
Governor Doug Ducey recently approved over $30 million in funding for the new Somerton High School project. However, the approval was just part of an…
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Rising social media star from Holtville
A rising social media star from Holtville has gained almost 4 million followers on Tiktok in the span of six months all while serving his country.…
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Arizona asks for public input on new legislative district lines
The Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) is holding a public hearing, in Yuma County, next week to discuss the future of the state’s…
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Blood drive helps residents give back in a meaningful way
El Centro Regional Medical Center (ECRMC) and Life Stream are hosting a blood drive at Dr. Martin Luther King Sports Pavilion in El…
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MCAS Yuma hosts active shooter simulation
Three active shooters at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, but don’t worry– it’s only a simulation to keep our men and women in uniform…
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Dr. Christ to leave her ADHS role at the end of August
Governor Doug Ducey announcing on twitter that Dr. Cara Christ will be leaving her position as Arizona Department of Health Services’ director on…
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A new normal for students in the upcoming school year
While masks are not required at schools, the youngsters are still not eligible to receive the COVID vaccine. Parents, faculty, and staff are left…
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Yuma cannabis jobs expanding in ever growing marijuana industry
Recreational marijuana was legalized at a time when Arizona was seeing high unemployment rates. Now, this industry has brought thousands of new jobs…
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EEOC says laws allow employers to require COVID-19 vaccine for its workers
More employers are looking to mandate its employees to get the vaccine. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other federal employment…
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Drivers face dangerous driving conditions in North Yuma County during flash flood
When flash floods strike the Desert Southwest, they strike with a vengeance. Shutting down roads like Highway 95 close to Yuma Proving…
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Yuma Superintendent: some students achieve perfect test scores despite “a year of unprecedented challenges”
The 2021 AzM2 state standardized tests scores are in, bringing Yuma School District One some fantastic news. 11 students from across the district…
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More healthcare groups making COVID-19 vaccine a requirement for its employees
Major medical groups in Arizona and California are now requiring employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Here in the desert southwest, one…
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Yuma airport prepares for community growth with updated master plan
This past week Yuma International Airport unveiled its updated master plan to the public which includes three separate phases. With the airport…
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Weekly Rewind: Desert heat records, defunding the police, building new school
From dreading the desert heat, to celebrating Somerton’s first high school, get all the details in this week’s Weekly…
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Gas prices continuing to rise in Yuma
Gas prices in Arizona have gone up about 0.7 cents per gallon, bringing the average price to about $3.12 per…
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Westbound I-8 closed at Foothills Boulevard
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Arizona Department of Public Safety is forcing all vehicles to exit at Foothills Boulevard on I-8 due to an accident.…
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Local veterans come together to ride motorcycles for charity
Over at Love’s Travel Stop in Yuma, a place where drivers typically come and fuel up, on Saturday, it served as a starting point for a group of…
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UPDATE: Yuma, Imperial County strike teams reassigned from Dixie to Fly Fire
California authorities sent out a mutual aid requests to Yuma and Imperial County fire departments Tuesday concerning the northern California “Dixie…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Desert Heat – scientists say temperatures are going up
In a News 11 Special Report, we study the science – the findings and predictions when it comes to our heat.…
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CBP Gathers to honor life of fallen Officer Ruben Facio
Family, friends and fellow comrades gathered at St. Francis of Assisi Church to honor the life of fallen Customs and Border Protection officer Ruben…
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