Locals give tribute to veterans on Memorial Day
The silence as a bugle played taps and a traditional gun salute served as key reminders to those who gave their all during a Memorial Day ceremony in…
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Veterans holding events to honor fallen soldiers on Memorial Day
There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the day off, while also honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice on Memorial…
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MCAS Yuma is requesting permission to test drinking water from wells for harmful chemicals
The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are requesting permission from Yuma landowners off base to sample drinking water obtained from wells, as there’s a…
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United States announces ceasefire in Sudan
In a Twitter post, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said both sides signed the agreement, which will allow humanitiarian groups to help war-torn…
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U.S. Army demonstrates new aviation technologies with other countries
Army Futures Command’s Future Vertical Lift Cross-Functional Team kicked it off to access new tactics, technologies and coordinate with more than 32…
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AEA Federal Credit Union gives back to Yuma veterans
AEA Federal Credit Union presented a check for $3,430 to Right Turn for Yuma…
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How those fleeing Ukraine inspired US border policies
Shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, refugees from the threatened nation started showing up at Mexico’s border with the United States. Roughly…
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YPG celebrates 80th anniversary
Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) celebrated a major milestone on…
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Biden pledges another 2.6 billion dollars in military aid to Ukraine
Kyiv, Ukraine (NBC / KYMA, KECY-TV) – Nearing 14 months into the war on Ukraine, the Biden administration pledged an additional 2.6 billion dollars…
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Local vets take to the skies for ‘Dream Flights’
Dream Flights pilot Carl Geisert was their guide to the skies Monday, flying the vets in a restored 1944…
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Sen. Mark Kelly speaks on his visit to Ukraine
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly spoke with Face The Nation moderator Margaret Brennan Sunday about his recent visit to…
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FBI arrest suspect in connection with Pentagon classified documents leak
21-year-old Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira was arrested in connection with the intelligence leak of classified documents. He made his first…
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Marine Corps training for natural disaster
If you saw helicopters landing at the Kiwanis Park of Yuma Friday afternoon, don’t worry it’s all part of a…
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MCAS Yuma conducting regionwide security exercise this week
Marine Corps Air Station Yuma will conduct Exercise Semper Durus 2023, a full-scale force protection exercise that will happen from April 10-14.…
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Imperial County honors Vietnam veterans for 50th anniversary
Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day and the City of El Centro celebrated and recognized Vietnam veterans.…
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One man walks miles for Ukraine
One local Army veteran chose to celebrate his birthday by supporting the people of Ukraine.…
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Medal of Honor recognition ceremony to be held by local organization
To honor service and sacrifice, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1763 will provide education about the Medal of Honor and show appreciation…
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Naval Base Coronado closed due to incident at gate
An investigation is underway after an incident forced Naval Base Coronado into lockdown Friday…
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Yuma Marine Corps recognized in Felicity
FELICITY, Ca. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma Marine Corps received recognition from the Museum of History and Humanity in Granite. The…
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Yuma Marine Corps recognized by Museum of History of Humanity in Granite
The recognition comes as part of the 25th anniversary of the Korean War Monument and for their remarkable service to our…
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