Local sheriff earns National War College degree
Capt. Milner, the Detention Bureau Commander with YCSO, starts by saying, “I am an adamant believer that leaders are lifetime…
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U.S. military to establish NDA along Arizona-Mexico Border near Yuma
According to a press release from the U.S. Air Force, NDAs are “designed to support the Department of Defense’s ongoing mission to secure the…
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Military Matters: Permits required for Barry M. Goldwater Range West access
MCAS Yuma says this is due to an increase of multiple military units and government agencies in and around…
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Army recruitment levels are at their highest level in 15 years
In early June, the Army met its fiscal 2025 recruiting goals four months early, signing 61,000 contracts for new active-duty…
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Upcoming U.S. Army 250th birthday celebration in Yuma
To honor the heroes and traditions in our local area, a family-friendly event will be held in…
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ALLO Fiber receives distinguished Veterans employer award
Allo Fiber says Veterans are an essential part of its workforce and culture, with over 200 Veteran…
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Mortgage paid for family of fallen Yuma Veteran
A charitable organization pays off the home mortgage for the family of Lt. Col. Leonard Troxel, a Yuma Veteran who passed away last year after a…
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MCAS Yuma to conduct 2025 Semper Durus Exercise this week
The antiterrorism and force protection exercise is designed to improve emergency preparedness and rapid response capabilities to threats and…
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World War II Veteran in Yuma celebrates 102nd birthday
His wife Lyn says he’s a man who loves art, has quite the sweet tooth, and can also be a social…
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May is National Military Appreciation Month
The month was created to show gratitude and acknowledge the contributions of those who…
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An inside look at the United States Marine Corps Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course
It’s designed to bring out the finest in Marine aviation and exclusively takes place in…
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New children’s picture book inspired by Marine Corps Air Station Yuma
The story depicts a young girl’s reunion with her military dad after he spends six months…
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Military Matters: Honoring the life of fallen Yuma trooper
In Monday’s Military Matters, we honor the life and legacy of a Yuma Veteran who passed away while serving our…
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Local Veterans react to new AZ Stolen Valor Bill
Supporters of the bill say stolen valor exploits the respect and benefits society gives to those who’ve genuinely…
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Local Veteran turns real-life photos into digital masterpieces
Joshua Gonzalez and his wife Savannah set up photo booths all around town and turn pictures of locals into digital portraits by using A.I. and their…
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MCAS Yuma Marines make heroic desert rescue
During a routine flight training last month, Marines aboard a King Stallion Helicopter spotted a man stranded in the California desert near…
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YPG renames building after late accomplished employee
It’s named after Larry Bracamonte, an employee of YPG for almost 40 years who passed away last August after a battle with…
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U.S. Marine mascot visits Yuma for the first time
Lance Corporal Bruno is one of only three official mascots in the entire Marine…
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U.S.A.F. F-16 Viper Demo Team touches down in Yuma
The F-16 is one of our military’s most advanced multi-role fighter…
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2025 Yuma Airshow takes flight this weekend
The event provides a rare opportunity for civilians to get on base and take a close up look at what goes on at MCAS…
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