Car wash fundraiser held to help Vargas family
A car wash fundraiser took place at the Torch Lite Lodge parking lot at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, and it is to help the family of Jonathan and Matthew Vargas.
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Locals attend 13th Annual Bridget’s Gift
The event took place at the Cocopah Casino event lawn at 5:00 p.m., and is to raise money to help breast cancer patients in our community.
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Locals attend free pumpkin patch at Yuma Palms
A free pumpkin patch was held at the parking lot of Five Below at the Yuma Palms Regional Center from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Locals attend Dia de los Muertos event in Yuma
The event took place at the park at 5:00 p.m., and had live entertainment which included music and dancing. There was also food and drink vendors and plenty of activities for people of all ages.
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Local bikers participate in 16th Annual Breast Cancer Motorcycle Fun Run
Onvida Health and the Yuma Harley Owner’s Group (HOG) teamed up for the 16th Annual Breast Cancer Motorcycle Fun Run.
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Locals participate in Ninth Annual Mayors’ International Bike Ride
The Ninth Annual Mayors’ International Bike Ride took place near the Yuma Civic Center at 8:00 a.m., with on-site registration taking place at 7:00 a.m.
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YPD and DEA hold National Drug Take Back Initiative
The event took place at YPD headquarters, located at 1500 S. First Avenue, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday.
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LASD holds dog-friendly Halloween party
Footage released by the LASD shows some of their therapy dog team dressed up as ketchup and mustard bottles, an In-N-Out employee, and a hamburger.
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Mega Millions jackpot surges to over $700 million
The Mega Millions jackpot has rocketed to $714 million as no tickets matched all six numbers in Friday night’s drawing. The next drawing is Tuesday, October 28.
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Breast Cancer Motorcycle Fun Run to be held in October
The Breast Cancer Motorcycle Fun Run will be held at Bobby’s Territorial Harley-Davidson between 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
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Otondo Elementary School celebrates raising over $10k through kindness
Mary A. Otondo Elementary School celebrated raising over $10,000 through The Kindness Challenge.
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El Centro Library to host Halloween at the Library
According to a press release, the event is taking place at the library, located at 1198 N. Imperial Avenue, on Thursday, October 30 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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October 22 is National Nut Day
From peanuts to pecans to pistachios, every nut variety has nutritious benefits. Not only are they rich with minerals and vitamins, they’re high in protein which helps you feel fuller longer.
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Onvida celebrates their annual Quality Hall of Fame
Onvida Health hosted their annual Quality Hall of Fame judging event Tuesday. The event celebrates the continuous efforts of employees and providers to improve service, operations, care delivery, and cost efficiency.
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Quechan and Paradise Casinos give back to Yuma community
Quechan and Paradise Casinos donated eight pallets of different items to Amberly’s Place.
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October 21 is National Apple Day
Apples have been around for millions of years. Some historians believe the ancient Romans cultivated the sour fruits and turned them into the sweeter ones we’re more familiar with today.
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Local nonprofit to host Third Annual Light the Night for Hope Walk
The Healing Journey will be hosting their Third Annual Light the Night for Hope Walk to spread awareness of domestic violence.
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San Luis debuts first inclusive playground at Joe Orduño Park
The playground features a special swing, a carousel, and a bilingual communication board, all aimed at making playtime fun and accessible for every child.
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Chicago officials rename street to honor George Wendt
Chicago officials honored the late George Wendt Sunday by designating the street where he grew up in the city as “The Honorary George Wendt Way.”
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AWC to host Catrinas and Catrines Contest
According to a press release, the contest is taking place on Thursday, October 30 at the AWC Yuma Campus from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and is in honor of Dia de los Muertos.
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