Friday marks day two of Summer Life Savers Blood Drive
Friday marks the second day of the Summer Life Savers Blood Drive, and Yuma residents are encouraged to help save lives in the community.
Continue ReadingMaking A Difference
Miracle Treat Day at Dairy Queen in Yuma
Thursday night was Miracle Treat Day at Dairy Queen in Yuma, where the local store partnered with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Continue Reading
Bubba’s 33 hosts ‘Raise from the Roof’ event in Yuma
The goal was to raise $5,000 while raising awareness for those who have sacrificed in service to our country. As part of the event, David Lopez, the restaurant’s manager, climbed onto the roof and remained there until the goal was reached.
Continue Reading
$6,440 raised to help Yuma students attend school with confidence
In a press release, the money was raised to benefit School House Outfitters, which is a program “dedicated to providing economically disadvantaged students with the clothing, shoes, school supplies, books, and hygiene essentials they need to begin the school year with confidence.”
Continue Reading
AdvoKATE Foundation commits $100,000 to Phoenix Children’s Hospital
The AdvoKATE Foundation said the commitment is to support Ewing sarcoma research and CCBD’s “greatest needs in pediatric oncology and hematology.”
Continue Reading
Summer Life Savers Blood Drive underway in Yuma
Thursday marks the first day of the Summer Life Savers Blood Drive, and Yuma residents are encouraged to help save lives in the community.
Continue Reading
YFD hosts Firehouse Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser
The lunch, which took place Thursday at YFD Fire Station 1, located at 353 S. Third Avenue, at 11 a.m., was to raise funds for Capt. Gary Welch. The fundraiser ended at 1 p.m.
Continue Reading
Wheezys to host fundraiser for man in need of liver transplant
Shawn’s Takeover is taking place at the restaurant, located 11732 S. Fortuna Road, Tuesday, August 4, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Continue Reading
Blood reserves drop dangerously low in Arizona as Vitalant urges more donors to help
Vitalant, a nonprofit organization, is urging more donors to step up and help relieve the shortage, so patients in Yuma can continue getting the blood they need this summer.
Continue Reading
Police officer in Colorado saves skunk from ‘trash helmet’
Bodycam footage from the Parker Police Department showed the officer first attempting to remove the trash from the skunk’s head using a long tool, then electing to use their hands after that had failed.
Continue Reading
Yuma Veteran awarded $1,000 to support her farm
Tractor Supply Company says Cha Lorvang, a Yuma Veteran, was awarded $1,000 to support her farm, the Late Bloomers Homestead.
Continue Reading YFD to hold fundraiser for crew member
Capt. Gary Welch has served with the department for over 20 years. In the last few weeks, Capt. Welch has been battling a severe illness and was recently admitted to a Tucson hospital.
Continue Reading YFD to host Firehouse Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser
The lunch, taking place next Thursday at YFD Fire Station 1, located at 353 S. Third Avenue, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., is to raise funds for Capt. Gary Welch.
Continue Reading
KIDS CuddleKit Closet receives grant to expand pediatric program
They said the funding will help expand its pediatric program to include two additional hospitals expected to open in the near future in South County.
Continue Reading
Healing Journey starts campaign to support local kids
The Healing Journey created the GoFundMe page “Building Strong Children” to fund kids programs and help families with their back to school needs.
Continue Reading
Yuma Salvation Army offers cooling center
During severe heat advisories, the Salvation Army Cooling Center often extends its hours to provide a safe place to rest, hydrate and cool off.
Continue Reading
Firefighters in California give oxygen to pigeon
After stopping a vehicle fire Tuesday, a crew from Oakland Firefighters Local 55 noticed a pigeon having some difficulty breathing due to suspected smoke inhalation.
Continue Reading
Crossroads Mission helps those in need beat the heat
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect across the region, making it difficult for some to keep cool. However, one local nonprofit in Yuma is helping those in need beat the heat.
Continue Reading Summer Life Savers Blood Drive happening this month
News 11 is proud to partner with Vitalant for the Summer Live Savers Blood Drive, happening Thursday, July 30, 2026 through Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Continue Reading
GoFundMes created to help two Yuma families after fire destroys their homes
A couple of GoFundMes were created to help two Yuma families after a fire destroyed their homes.
Continue Reading