Yuma County teacher named 2026 National Teacher of the Year
Arilene Gaxiola was recognized by the Teachers of Tomorrow to receive the honor at the state-level. Gaxiola is an eighth-grade math teacher at San…
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Imperial County celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month
Imperial County is celebrating National Mental Health Awareness Month by embracing a collective mission, fostering community connection under this…
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City of El Centro to host opening of immersive art exhibition
According to a press release, the exhibition, which is in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate in Calexico, is called Chiapas Through the Lens:…
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Gila Ridge teacher named Yuma County High School Teacher of the Year
Yuma Union High School District (YUHSD) says Gila Ridge High School teacher Greg Brown has been named Yuma County’s 2026 High School Teacher of the…
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City of Somerton to host Evening with Mayor & Council
The event is taking place at Somerton City Hall, located at 143 N. State Avenue, Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7:30…
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Three 18-year-old men arrested in connection to Yuma murder
The suspects will be extradited back to Yuma as soon as the Tempe and Glendale Police Departments conclude their…
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How Supreme Court ruling could shape future of Arizona voting maps
The ruling focuses on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, a key part of the law that has helped protect minority voters for…
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Study says Onvida Health investments expected to boost Yuma’s economy
At their Economic Impact Community Luncheon Monday, a study from a leading Arizona economist highlighted how healthcare investments can serve as a…
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Locals in Westmorland attend Cinco de Mayo Lowrider Car Show
From lowriders to vintage trucks and classic cruisers, car enthusiasts lined up to show off their custom builds, candy paint and…
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YCNF hosts 2026 Nurses Gala
According to a press release, the gala, which was in collaboration with Onvida Health and other community partners, took place at the Quechan Casino…
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Yuma Territorial Prison to host Paranormal Hotspots
The event, taking place at the prison, starts from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, and attendees are given a chance to explore “where history and…
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Kofa High student receives Dorrance Scholarship
The Yuma Union High School District (YUHSD) says Kofa High School senior Yaoxi Chen was selected as a recipient of the Dorrance…
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Rep. Adelita Grijalva awards student recognition certificates to three Yuma schools
According to a press release, Rep. Grijalva is awarding the certificates to Yuma High School, Fourth Avenue Junior High School and Woodard Junior…
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Locals to meet with City of Yuma to raise awareness for murdered and missing Indigenous women
It will happen during a City Council meeting at Yuma City Hall, located at 1 City Plaza, Wednesday at 5…
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City of El Centro to host community meeting on city budget
According to a press release, the meeting, taking place Monday at 6 p.m. on Zoom, will give residents an opportunity to learn about the City’s…
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Emilio Nares Foundation increases local presence for pediatric care
To introduce these new services, ENF is hosting a Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Cambria…
Continue Reading Three arrested in connection to S. 15th Avenue shooting
According to a press release, the men, all 18 years of age, were arrested in Avondale, Arizona Saturday, with help from the Tempe and Glendale Police…
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Locals in Yuma attend 14th Annual Recovery Palooza
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Transitional Living Center Recovery (TLCR) brought together an environment to celebrate what mental health…
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San Luis Frontera Rotary Club hosts Casino Night to support student scholarships
Proceeds from the event will go toward the club’s scholarship fund, helping students in the San Luis community continue their education beyond high…
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Firehouse Subs hosts Touch-the-Truck event
During the event, families got a chance to meet Rural Metro firefighters face-to-face, climb aboard a fire truck and ambulance van and learn about…
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