Local non-profit organization donates to help students become community leaders
The Arizona Community Foundation presented a $25,000 check to the Travis Manion Foundation for youth mentorship initiatives.
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Yuma’s Tacos Marlyn named Arizona Women‑Owned Small Business of the Year
One local small business is being recognized as the best women‑owned small business of the year in the entire state of Arizona.
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Yuma nurses honored during ‘Nurses in the Spotlight’ gala ahead of nurses week
The Yuma County Nurses Foundation hosted its annual gala with this year’s theme “Nurses in the Spotlight.”
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Summer Tribute Concert Series to be held at Quechan Casino Resort
Tribute bands are set to play in the summer months at Quechan Casino Resort.
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Small Business Resource Fair connects Yuma entrepreneurs with local support
The event was held as part of National Small Business Week and brought together more than 25 agencies and organizations at the Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Career Center.
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Lutes Casino and Yuma Jazz Company to host Summer Jazz Series
The event kicks off Friday, May 22, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and will feature a live performance by Eloisa Arivso.
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Deputies in Colorado free deer trapped in slackline course
Bodycam footage shows three animal control officers approach the deer and use garden loopers to cut it free.
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Imperial Valley College celebrates Cinco de Mayo
Students and faculty at Imperial Valley College celebrated Cinco de Mayo Tuesday with food, music, and culture. For many, it wasn’t just about the party, it was about connecting with their roots.
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Extra patrols planned as Yuma celebrates Cinco de Mayo
As festivities continue, the Yuma Police Department (YPD) is reminding people to celebrate safely and plan ahead before heading out.
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San Luis, Arizona named safest city in state
According to the website Safewise, San Luis, Arizona is the safest city in Arizona with an average of 0.9 violent crimes and 5.6 in property crimes.
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City of El Centro to host opening of immersive art exhibition
According to a press release, the exhibition, which is in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate in Calexico, is called Chiapas Through the Lens: Celebrating Culture and Supporting Education, and will open Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Old Post Office Pavilion, located at 230 S. Fifth Street.
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City of Somerton to host Evening with Mayor & Council
The event is taking place at Somerton City Hall, located at 143 N. State Avenue, Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Pet Talk: Meet Izogie and Maybelline
Meet our Pets of the Week!🐶 Izogie and Maybelline is are adorable pups who are looking for a forever home🏠 Click below to learn more about Izogie and Maybelline.⤵
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YCNF hosts 2026 Nurses Gala
According to a press release, the gala, which was in collaboration with Onvida Health and other community partners, took place at the Quechan Casino Resort Saturday from 6 p.m. to midnight.
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Yuma Territorial Prison to host Paranormal Hotspots
The event, taking place at the prison, starts from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, and attendees are given a chance to explore “where history and paranormal mysteries collide,” according to the prison.
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Kofa High student receives Dorrance Scholarship
The Yuma Union High School District (YUHSD) says Kofa High School senior Yaoxi Chen was selected as a recipient of the Dorrance Scholarship.
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Locals in Yuma attend 14th Annual Recovery Palooza
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Transitional Living Center Recovery (TLCR) brought together an environment to celebrate what mental health awareness is.
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San Luis Frontera Rotary Club hosts Casino Night to support student scholarships
Proceeds from the event will go toward the club’s scholarship fund, helping students in the San Luis community continue their education beyond high school.
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Firehouse Subs hosts Touch-the-Truck event
During the event, families got a chance to meet Rural Metro firefighters face-to-face, climb aboard a fire truck and ambulance van and learn about the gear they use to save lives.
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Zoo in Werribee names 10-week-old lion cub duo
Werribee Open Range Zoo’s 10-week-old lion cub duo have officially received their names, the zoo announced Friday. Their names are Sukari and Kwame.
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