IVSJC holds 2026 MLK Freedom Walk in El Centro
The event started at the MLK Jr. Sports Pavilion, located at 770 Park Avenue in El Centro, at 11:30 a.m. Pacific, and is to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Locals in Yuma participate in MLK Celebration Walk
The event took place at Yuma City Hall, located at One City Plaza, at 11:00 a.m., and it is to honor King’s life and legacy.
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The event is taking place at Yuma City Hall at 11:00 a.m. Monday, and it is to honor King’s life and legacy.
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City of Yuma offices to close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The City of Yuma says their offices will be closed next Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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2025 Radio City Christmas Spectacular saw highest attendance in 25 years
The 2025 run of the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes saw its highest attendance in 25 years, surpassing 1.2 million tickets across 216 performances this holiday season.
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Imperial County drivers show caution over New Year’s holiday
Over the two-day enforcement period, CHP officers conducted 183 traffic stops and issued 110 citations, the majority for speeding. Despite the increased enforcement, no DUI arrests were made.
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How to keep up that New Year’s Resolution
With the start of the new year, most people have already started their own New Year’s resolution. For some, it’s a perfect reason to start working on their physical health.
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Local bars in preparation for the New Year’s Eve celebrations
With the holiday just hours away, locals are already planning where to be when they celebrate the evening with friends and families, but how are the local bars preparing?
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Vitalant provides results of the Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive
The three day blood drive, which took place Saturday, December 27 through Monday, December 29, collected 98 units of blood from 105 donors, which can save up of 294 lives.
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AI expert on how the technology can help with New Year’s resolutions
As 2025 wraps up, and as 2026 is fast approaching, a lot of people are thinking about New Year’s resolutions, but sometimes, most resolutions fizzle out by February. This year though, artificial intelligence (AI) could be the game-changer.
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ICFD says fireworks are illegal for New Year’s celebrations
While some cities allow certain types of fireworks during Fourth of July celebrations, firefighters stress that fireworks are illegal during Christmas and New Year’s.
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Fire officials in Scottsdale have strict regulations permitting the use of certain types of fireworks
Fountains, sparklers and poppers are all okay and legal in Arizona because they don’t leave the ground. These are fireworks people can buy at any of the white tents that pop up all over the valley.
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Being safe around fireworks and keeping your pets comfortable
Animals are easily scared by loud and sudden sounds, and fireworks are something that can cause high levels of anxiety in them.
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Times Square hold confetti test ahead of NYE celebration
The colorful event was held in preparation for the release of 3,000 pounds of confetti at midnight on New Year’s Eve.
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Locals attend third and final day of Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive
The third and final day kicked off at 9:00 a.m. Monday, and is taking place at the Yuma Palms, near Five Below at 1375 S. Yuma Palms Parkway.
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Locals attend day two of the Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive
The second day kicked off at 9:00 a.m. Sunday, and is taking place at the Yuma Palms, near Five Below at 1375 S. Yuma Palms Parkway.
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City of Somerton announces winners of the Holiday Yard of the Month
According to a post on Facebook, the winners are 362 E. Patricia Street, 1462 Andrea Avenue and 739 Dalton Avenue.
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NYE numerals installed in Times Square
The giant numerals ushering in 2026 were installed and tested, offering a preview ahead of the big countdown.
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Locals attend first day of Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive
The annual three-day event kicked off Saturday at 1:00 p.m., and is taking place at the Yuma Palms, near Five Below at 1375 S. Yuma Palms Parkway.
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Small businesses in Yuma receive sales boost from holiday shoppers
An influx of seasonal visitors to Yuma provided a significant boost to local small businesses during the holiday shopping season, with owners reporting strong sales and increased customer traffic.
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