Highlighting American Legion Post 19 in Yuma
The post has been serving Veterans, active-duty service members, and the Yuma community for over a century.
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Upcoming resource fair in Yuma for Veterans & military members
The event takes place this Friday at the Arizona Department of Economic Security on East Palo Verde Street in Yuma.
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Yuma High School’s second year Army JROTC program continues to grow
The school district says the program was created in response to the student’s requests.
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Local hardware store hosts water drive to benefit Veterans
Last year’s drive collected seven pallets of bottled water, all distributed to Veterans within the program, the community, and those living on the streets.
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Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls takes a tour with Marines at the border
During his visit, Nicholls was shown the areas in need of reinforcement, how military personnel are operating, and a look at new tools and technologies to support Border Patrol agents on the ground.
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YPG helped test tech for moon missions
On July 20, 1969, humans landed on the moon for the first time, and part of that achievement was made possible thanks to testing at the U.S. Army’s Yuma Proving Ground (YPG).
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Territorial Young Marines raises funds to visit Pearl Harbor
The group plans to travel to Hawaii this December to attend the annual Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. To help cover their costs, the Young Marines have been holding car washes and various fundraisers.
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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 learners.”
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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 southern border in coordination with interagency and partner stakeholders.”
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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 BMGR-W.
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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 soldiers.
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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 Yuma.
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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 employees.
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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 six-year battle with a service-related cancer.
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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 crises.
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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 butterfly.
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May is National Military Appreciation Month
The month was created to show gratitude and acknowledge the contributions of those who serve.
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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 Yuma.
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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 overseas.
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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 country.
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