94-year-old WWII Vet volunteers at hospital
If you’ve walked through the doors at Shriners Hospital, you’ve probably come in contact with Carl…
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Family of child with autism requests birthday cards
“My nephew turns 9 September 14th. Last year, he didn’t have anyone show up to his birthday…
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‘We are the alternative’: A growing movement aims to disrupt violence by connecting incarcerated youth with mentors
Wearing the signature black and gold colors of the Latin Kings street gang he once led, Antonio Fernandez recently walked through the Maria Hernandez…
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The North Korean defectors who became YouTube stars
Growing up in North Korea, Kang Na-ra had never used the…
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Here’s why Wendy’s in Canada has given its iconic red-headed mascot gray hair
The Wendy’s mascot has a new hairdo on its Canadian social media sites — all in support of one of the nation’s veteran…
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Former NFL quarterback and Arizona resident to visit Tempe cannabis dispensary
On August 31, former NFL quarterback and Arizona resident Jim McMahon will visit The Mint’s Dispensary, a Tempe cannabis…
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A local car club is hosting a show this weekend
Here in the Desert Southwest triple-digits are here to stay. So, the need for water is at an all-time high and that’s why one local car club decided…
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Synergy HomeCare – Local group seeks to help an unbearable situation
To some people a stuffed animal is nothing more than stuffing and stitching. But, to children in distress, that toy could bring a little peace.…
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Safe House – A local nonprofit helps victims at their darkest hour
For most people the thought of living inside a home where a partner is abusive is unimaginable. But, for many that reality is all too real.…
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Gila Ridge High School teacher presented Navy Impact Influencer Award
A local high school teacher was presented with the U.S. Navy Impact Influencer…
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YFD to Walmart: ‘They came through when we needed it most’
Walmart is much more than great deals, the super-retailer is one of the Desert Southwest’s biggest employers. But, they’re more than just a…
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Car lovers turn their passion into source of revenue for local nonprofits
They’re called winter visitors or snowbirds, others call them Yumans. Each year, the Desert Southwest explodes in population as these Yumans come…
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Nevada teen creates charity to support senior citizens
A 14-year-old from Nevada created a charity to send handmade cards to senior…
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One of Yuma County’s oldest groups continues to help those in need
Yuma’s own New Class Car Club is considered to be one of Desert Southwest’s legacy clubs. Established sometime in the 70s the club has grown in size…
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Local family seeks public help to clean up popular recreation area
Just shy of the intersection of Avenue 8E and 40th Street is a patch of the desert used for recreation. Sadly, while most use the area for fun,…
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Young girl wins race after falling down at the start of the line
A dad posted a video of her daughter falling while roller skating but then winning the…
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Keeping goals alongside your children in 2022
A New Year’s Resolution isn’t just for adults, as children often have their own goals too and families can reach those goals…
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Young boy battling cancer surprised by mail carrier
A 7-year-old boy battling cancer was given a birthday surprise from a California mail…
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Yuma community answers plea for help
Russell McCloud is as humble as they come, the local business owner and philanthropist is known both for his political career as well as his T.V.…
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Agents help Santa deliver gifts in East County
East County children had a surprise visit this year from Wellton Border Patrol agents and mission support staff…
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