Entertainment Archives

Mixologists wanted: Somerton challenging all who dabble in the art of cocktails

March 15, 2022 4:40 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

If you’re not from the Desert Southwest or any Latin-infused community, the word “chelada” may sound strange.

The Academy Awards to be presented March 27

March 14, 2022 7:59 PM Marcos Icahuate, CNN, Vince Ybarra

(KYMA, KECY/CNN) – The Academy Awards are happening once again soon and some movies may have a better chance of earning an award than others. Movies in the spotlight to earning the Critics’ Choice Award are ‘The Power of the Dog’ and ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye.’ ‘The Power of the Dog’ won Britains’ Bafta

25th anniversary of rapper Biggie Smalls’ unsolved death

March 9, 2022 7:28 AM CNN, Cole Johnson

A quarter century has passed since the shooting death of rap legend Biggie Smalls, also known as ‘The Notorious BIG.’

Morgan Wallen wins country music’s Album of the Year

March 9, 2022 7:26 AM April Hettinger

Country singer Morgan Wallen took home one of the top prizes at the academy of Country Music Awards, despite being previously banned for using a racial slur.

Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder makes solo outing a group project

March 3, 2022 4:52 PM The Associated Press

Eddie Vedder has released a new album under his own name and headed out on a solo tour, but the Pearl Jam singer is hardly lonely.

Kim Kardashian is officially single after finalized divorce from Kanye West

March 3, 2022 5:00 AM April Hettinger

It’s official: Kim Kardashian is single, at least in the eyes of the law.

The public is invited to witness a musical performance that dates back centuries

March 1, 2022 3:10 PM Joe Teposte, Vince Ybarra

It’s described as being soothing yet powerful and the art dates back to the medieval era. Come Friday, March 4, the public will get the opportunity to witness this ageless art.

Entertainment: An event for car and art lovers alike

February 25, 2022 4:29 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – For some their vehicle is nothing more than just another mode of transportation. But, for others, they’re blank canvases, with possibilities only limited by the owner’s imagination.

Britney Spears to possibly write tell-all memoir

February 22, 2022 5:09 PM Marcos Icahuate, CNN, Vince Ybarra

Popstar Britney Spears may be releasing a tell-all book about herself.

Yuma County Fair tickets now available for pre-sale

February 21, 2022 1:10 PM Joe Teposte, Adonis Albright

If you were out-and-about this morning near the Yuma County Fairgrounds, you’d think the latest Star Wars was just released.

February 18 is National Wine Day

February 18, 2022 2:08 PM Marcos Icahuate, CBS News, Mercedes Martinez

New research was recently completed in time for National Drink Wine Day on February 18.

Raise a glass for National Drink Wine Day

February 18, 2022 8:18 AM April Hettinger

Friday is National Drink Wine Day!

Coachella Music Festival will not require vaccines or masks

February 16, 2022 6:41 AM April Hettinger

After two years, Coachella is back, and organizers say there will be no mask or vaccine requirements.

Yumans will be paying homage to a local pioneer

February 15, 2022 2:53 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

You could say that it was love at first sight. In the 50s, Henry “Hank” Schechert visited the Yuma area spending his winters in what was then a desert area.

Super Bowl: Eminem takes a knee, 50 Cent hangs upside down

February 14, 2022 3:25 PM The Associated Press

The rapper made an unannounced appearance during the Super Bowl halftime show, hanging upside while starting his hit “In Da Club” and dropping down to the dancefloor.

The rodeo is a glimpse into our past and paves the way for our future

February 8, 2022 5:17 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

The Annual Silver Spur Rodeo is by far one of the most anticipated sporting events in the Desert Southwest. It’s an opportunity to peek into the old west without leaving the present.