National Grape Day and National Grape Popsicle Day
Grapes are one of the oldest plants on Earth as early records indicate grapes were originally cultivated about 7,000 years ago for trading in western Asia, Cyprus, Egypt, and Iran.
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National Memorial Day Concert returns for 35th year
The multi-award winning television event has featured uplifting musical performances, documentary footage and dramatic readings for over 30 years.
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Mariners participate in annual Memorial Day weekend tradition in Florida
Standout entries included a miniature pirate ship with a mermaid figurehead and a tiny Titanic replica that quickly capsized.
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Josef Newgarden wins Indy 500 despite setbacks from the rain
Josef Newgarden wins his second consecutive Indy 500, becoming the first driver in 22 years to go back-to-back at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Americans across the country honor Veterans
Volunteers in Pennsylvania piece together the stories of Black Veterans overlooked, to mark their service.
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Florida’s tallest building displays American flag ahead of Memorial Day
The Paramount Miami Worldcenter is showcasing the world’s tallest digital American flag for Memorial Day.
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Maryland non-profit honored for supporting military members
The animals help kids of all ages with mobility and mental health issues from a military family, and a Veteran herself, Dawn Leung and her husband offer free services to servicemembers, Veterans and first responders.
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Local furniture store donates La-Z-Boy to Veteran ahead of Memorial Day
Houston’s Yuma Furniture presented a La-Z-Boy lift chair to a local Veteran Sunday morning.
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Memorial Day weekend events occurring across the country
Several events took place in honor of Memorial Day this weekend as severe storms are forecast to sweep across the eastern half of the country.
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Thousands of racecar fans attend AES 500 Festival Parade
It’s been a part of the Indy tradition since 1957. There were plenty of balloons, marching bands and, of course, all 33 drivers who will compete.
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VFW 8242 holds memorial services for Military Veterans
VFW Post 8242 honored U.S. Navy Veteran Dennis Russell, U.S. Army Veteran Fred DesMaris, Auxiliary Member Carol Gregory and U.S. Navy Veteran Tony Castro, who all passed away earlier this year.
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President Biden delivers commencement address at West Point graduation ceremony
The president’s commencement remarks spoke to the class of 2024’s accomplishments, and praised the newly-minted second lieutenants for dedicating themselves to protecting the country.
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Florida city leaders and volunteers prepare cemetery for Memorial Day
Around 50 volunteers from local businesses and city commissioners placed American flags on hundreds of graves. It took place at the Boynton Beach Memorial Park and Mausoleum, ahead of the Memorial Day holiday.
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Immaculate Conception Catholic School unveils its new Donor Tree
The Immaculate Conception Catholic School unveiled its new “Donor Tree” honoring the 193 sisters that have served in the Yuma community since 1930.
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MCAS Yuma Squadrons host fourth annual Triathlon
United States Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma participated in a triathlon on Friday morning at Martinez Lake.
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Small Business Development Center holding 2024 Moonshot competition!
The Small Business Development Center at Arizona Western College will once again be hosting their annual Moonshot Rural Arizona Pitch competition.
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City of Yuma swim programs open May 25
The City of Yuma said summer open swim sessions will begin this weekend and residents can enjoy some pool fun.
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The Shiba Inu that became meme famous as the face of dogecoin has died. Kabosu was 18
The dog that skyrocketed to internet fame and became the face of the cryptocurrency dogecoin has died.
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Locals graduate from ASU Prep
Arizona State University’s (ASU) Preparatory Academy held its annual graduation in Phoenix, which included some local Yuma students.
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Tickets available for Amberly’s Place Week in Paradise
Tickets are available for Amberly’s Place Week in Paradise where you can give back for a good cause and get a chance to win a fun getaway.
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