National parks in the U.S. to waive entrance fees for Memorial Day
The National Park Service says entrance fees will be waived Monday at sites that normally charge admission, though reservation and timed entry fees…
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YPD urge drivers to avoid impaired driving this Memorial Day weekend
With Memorial Day coming up, the Yuma Police Department (YPD) is urging drivers to practice safe driving this…
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Fireworks Spectacular to be held at Desert Sun Stadium in honor of America’s 250th birthday
The free Fireworks Spectacular event will be held at Desert Sun Stadium and begin at 6 p.m. Families can expect food vendors and a free kids…
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AAA predicts record number of domestic travelers over Memorial Day weekend
The organization says a record-setting 45 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home between Thursday, May 21, 2026 and Monday, May…
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Savannah Guthrie shares heart-wrenching Mother’s Day post
Savannah Guthrie has shared a heart-wrenching Mother’s Day post, pleading for the public’s help finding her mother, who has been missing for 99 days,…
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Cafecito hosts Mother’s Day Brunch
Cafecito held the brunch at 9 a.m. Sunday, and featured a variety of food items, like Breakfast Sopes and Horchata French Toast…
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Owner of The Flower Mine on how they’re getting ready to celebrate Mother’s Day
Flower shops and stores all across Yuma will be available to help anyone looking for last minute gifts while supplies…
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Mother’s Day Photo Contest 2026 winner announced
Congratulations to Brenda Arroyo! She is the winner of our Mother’s Day Photo Contest. She’s winning a grand prize valued at…
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Yuma’s Mother of the Year 2026 winner announced
Her name is Brandi Mattias, and we surprised her with some special gifts. Brandi’s mom submitted the entry, saying Brandi has so much love for her…
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Imperial Valley College celebrates Cinco de Mayo
Students and faculty at Imperial Valley College celebrated Cinco de Mayo Tuesday with food, music, and culture. For many, it wasn’t just about the…
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Extra patrols planned as Yuma celebrates Cinco de Mayo
As festivities continue, the Yuma Police Department (YPD) is reminding people to celebrate safely and plan ahead before heading…
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Fireworks spectacular to be held in Calipatria for 4th of July
The Fireworks Spectacular will be held at the Cliff Hatfield Airport (440 W. Main St.) from 7 p.m. to 11…
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President Trump and the First Lady hosts 148th Annual White House Easter Egg Roll
“Today is a very special day. It’s a day where we celebrate Jesus. It’s a day where we celebrate religion. And it’s an honor to be the president of…
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City in Michigan hosts ‘Great Marshmallow Drop’
City officials hosted “The Great Marshmallow Drop” in Royal Oak, Michigan Friday to celebrate the Easter…
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Brawley observes Good Friday with Stations of the Cross Procession
The procession began at Sacred Heart Church in Brawley, walking through the streets before ending with a bilingual prayer at St. Margaret Mary…
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City of El Centro to host Floating Easter Egg Hunt this weekend
According to a press release, the event is taking place at the Aquatic Center Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30…
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City of El Centro to host Easter Eggstravaganza
The event is taking place at Bucklin Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, and will feature more than 12,000 Easter…
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American Legion Family to host Community Easter Party
The event is taking place American Legion Post 19, located 2575 S. Virginia Drive, from 10 a.m. to noon…
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YPD conducts impaired driving detail for St. Patrick’s Day
According to a press release, officers will be patrolling the streets of Yuma looking to stop and arrest drivers under the influence of alcohol or…
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Jewish community in the Imperial Valley celebrates Purim
The holiday, which started Monday, March 2 and runs through Tuesday, March 3, commemorates the story of Queen Esther and the survival of Jewish…
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