Making A Difference Archives

Reporter covering Australia flooding rescues man from sinking car

October 23, 2026 10:52 AM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

Footage captured shows Will Murray, a reporter for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, swimming towards a pickup truck submerged in the water.

Heber community rallies with birthday surprise for 12-year-old battling cancer

October 22, 2026 5:21 PM Lynette Niebla

Over the weekend, neighbors, staff, and students from Heber Elementary School turned a local street into a massive celebration of love and resilience for 12-year-old Xavier Guereña, a student currently undergoing intense cancer treatments.

JCPenney awards over $13,800 to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley’s Yuma Branch

October 21, 2026 4:17 PM Andrea Turisk, Dillon Fuhrman

The organization said JCPenney’s $13,860 check “shows how strongly the community answers when someone asks for help.”

Bridget’s Gift Pink Party Takeover happening this week

October 20, 2026 5:15 PM Andrea Turisk

The event is taking place at Wheezy’s Restaurant and Sports Bar, located at 11732 S Fortuna Road, Thursday from noon to 9:00 p.m.

Six people participate in Dancing for a Dream

October 20, 2026 3:33 PM Abraham Retana, Dillon Fuhrman

A non-profit dancing competition took place in the Imperial Valley this weekend. The charity event helped raise funds for kids in need with their medical expenses.

Dancing for a Dream for two Imperial Valley girls

October 15, 2026 1:25 PM Abraham Retana, Dillon Fuhrman

The Dancing for a Dream charity event in the Imperial Valley is happening this Friday, and News 11 is introducing the last two couples who are dancing for two local girls.

Dancing for a Dream for a kid who had a brain tumor and a kid battling leukemia

October 13, 2026 12:47 PM Abraham Retana, Dillon Fuhrman

The Dancing for a Dream charity event in the Imperial Valley is happening this Friday, and News 11 is introducing two more “Dreamers” and the couples dancing for them.

Wheezy’s hosting ‘It’s a take over’ event to benefit the K9 OPS Foundation

October 13, 2026 6:58 AM Wesley Williamson

“It’s a take over” takes place from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Wheezy’s, located at 11732 S Fortuna Rd in The Foothills.

Arturo Márquez performs concert in Imperial Valley

October 12, 2026 5:21 PM Carolina Garcia, Andrea Turisk, Dillon Fuhrman

The two-time Grammy winner was in Imperial County Saturday night conducting some of his own pieces.

Dancing for a Dream for two kids battling leukemia

October 12, 2026 2:45 PM Abraham Retana, Dillon Fuhrman

“Dancing for a Dream” is going to be held this Friday, October 16 at Cheval Farms in Imperial.

Amberly’s Place unveils refreshed logo

October 12, 2026 1:18 PM Dillon Fuhrman, Andrea Turisk

The organization said this began after they entered the New Year, New Yuma contest last December, which was “an opportunity designed to provide a local nonprofit with a refreshed visual identity.”

San Luis Frontera Rotary Club pack 10,000 meals

October 10, 2026 5:47 PM Wesley Williamson, Joaquin Hight

The San Luis Frontera Rotary Club packed 10,000 meals to help make a difference Saturday morning.

2026 Wine Pairing Fundraising Event happening next month

October 9, 2026 1:26 PM Dillon Fuhrman

The event is taking place Saturday, November 7, at 5 p.m. at the St. John Neumann Catholic Church’s Friel Centre, located 11545 E. 40th Street. This is to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Special workshop held in Calexico for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 8, 2026 5:15 PM Carolina Garcia, Jailene Aguilera

Participants took part in an express painting class, creating a piece inspired by breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection.

Emotional support dog helps border agents cope with job stress

October 7, 2026 4:51 PM Jessamyn Dodd

A four-legged member of the El Centro Sector is helping Border Patrol agents deal with the emotional demands of their job.

OneAZ Credit Union to host free coffee event at Creation Coffee

October 7, 2026 4:40 PM Dillon Fuhrman, Andrea Turisk

The free coffee event is taking place at the coffee shop, located at 2607 S. Fourth Avenue, Tuesday, October 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, or until it covers $2,000 worth of coffee.

18th annual Cut For The Cause event held in Yuma

October 4, 2026 4:15 PM Wesley Williamson, Madeline Murray

The 18th annual cut for a cause sponsored by Sheltra Insurance was held at Divas Hair Studio.

18th Annual Cut for the Cause event happening this weekend

October 2, 2026 3:49 PM Andrea Turisk, Dillon Fuhrman

The 18th Annual Cut for the Cause event is happening this Sunday, October 4, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Diva’s Hair Studio by Veronica.

Calexico PD seeks donations for 23rd annual ‘Kids N’ Badges’ holiday event

October 1, 2026 3:56 PM Lynette Niebla, Andrea Turisk

The heartwarming tradition pairs selected children with local police officers and firefighters for an unforgettable holiday shopping adventure.

Amberly’s Place hosts event to launch Domestic Violence Awareness Month

September 30, 2026 4:10 PM Abraham Retana

More than ten law enforcement agencies received purple ribbons from Amberly’s Place to bring awareness about this prevailing issue in Yuma County.

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