Yuma community supports Special Olympics
The Yuma community came together this morning for the Ninth annual “Breakfast with Champions” to raise money for local Special Olympics athletes.
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Applications open for Carrot Royalty Contest in Holtville
Jennifer Parra, Chief Executive Officer for the Holtville Chamber of Commerce, says the winners will be selected based on raffle ticket sales, public speaking and a live interview.
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Locals attend annual Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival
All proceeds from Caballeros de Yuma will go towards their scholarship program and donations at the end of the year.
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Family of Jacob Sims hold vigil to remember him
The vigil was led by Sims’ grandmother, Genia Sims, and mother, who were joined by Sims’ friends and family.
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Hands Extended Thrift Store holds annual Bicycle Giveaway
Karen Lebarron, the store’s manager, says the bikes were donated to military children, local churches and low-income families.
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City of Yuma and Onvida Health host Turkey Trot 5K Run
The route started at Onvida Health Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, and went past Yuma’s newest and first ever interactive mural sponsored by Onvida Health.
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Locals attend 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Yuma
The event is to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s, and raise money for research in creating a cure for the disease.
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Yuma Art Center hosts 25th annual Tribute of the Muses Awards ceremony
The awards are important for recognizing artists of Yuma and giving them a space to be appreciated for their hard work.
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Day two for the Desert Difference AG Tech Conference
The innovation continued Friday for day two of the Desert Difference AG Tech Conference.
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Annual Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival kicks off
The festival is scheduled for November 14-16, 2025, is organized by the Caballeros de Yuma, and features mass ascensions in the early morning and a “balloon glow” on Saturday night, with opportunities for tethered rides.
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Annual Share Your Holiday Turkey Drive begins in Yuma
Help us give back to the Crossroads Mission with our annual Share Your Holiday Turkey Drive.
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San Luis Film Festival returns with food drive
The City of San Luis, Arizona will celebrate the 14th edition of the San Luis Film Festival on November 18.
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El Centro to host Slam Fest 2025
The Slam Fest 2025 will be held on December 13 at Brett Driscoll Skate Park. Locals are invited to the family-friendly event for live performances.
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You’re invited to our annual Share Your Holiday Turkey Drive
The Turkey Drive is a one-day food drive to provide meals for families in need who can’t afford them this holiday season.
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Lutes Casino hosting free music event
Lutes Casino will be having live music between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. A portion of sales will be going towards the Yuma Center for Spiritual Living.
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Imperial County researchers take Mobile Research Unit on the road to hold free memory assessments
According to a press release, THOR (Taking Health on the Road) West is touring California and Arizona in order to help raise awareness of the importance of brain health.
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Town hall about rising utility costs happening in Yuma
A town hall is taking place Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Yuma Main Library, and is to help residents learn about Arizona Public Service’s (APS) proposal to raise utility rates again.
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Locals attend annual Veterans Day Parade in Yuma
The event is organized by American Legion Post 19 and kicks off at 9:00 a.m. “Honoring Generations of Veterans” is this year’s theme.
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The turkey drive is taking place at all Walmart locations in Yuma and the Foothills this Friday, November 14, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Yuma businesses offering free PB&J lunch bags
Keller Williams Realty is offering a peanut butter and jelly pickup at Mostly Muffins (2451 W. 16th Street) on Thursday, November 13.
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