Elephants at Australian zoo cools down as temperatures set to soar
Elephants were treated to the “ultimate” spa day at a zoo just outside Melbourne as the area braced for “extreme heatwave conditions” to hit Saturday.
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Yuma to celebrate 60th anniversary of airshow
The Yuma Airshow is celebrating its 60th anniversary on March 14 at MCAS Yuma. Gates open at 9 a.m. and the show ends at 4 p.m.
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The County Lovin’ Hoedown presented by the Crossroads Mission
The event, taking place Saturday, February 7 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Pivot Point Conference Center, is aimed to raise funds for the new Center of Hope building project.
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AWC receives $150,000 grant
The funding will support the delivery of 20 no-cost, intensive bilingual workshops designed for adults and youth.
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Gorilla makes a ‘dramatic exit’ at Cincinnati Zoo
Footage taken by Sue Meyer shows Mona throwing what appears to be a blanket and rug over her head and body before rolling away in her habitat.
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Oregon Zoo welcomes Kallik the Polar Bear
A three-year-old polar bear named Kallik made his first splash at the Oregon Zoo last Friday, after moving to Portland from St. Louis.
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Two local non-profits team up for annual Point-in-Time Count
Two local non-profits, the Yuma Coalition to End Homelessness and Salvation Army Yuma, are teaming up to measure homelessness in Yuma County. The effort is part of a nationwide count that helps secure funding and shape services.
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Kofa rifle team cadet becomes first-ever top 10 finisher
Kofa High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (MCJROTC) advanced to the Service Championships, and a cadet received honors.
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Pet Talk: Meet Scout
Meet our Pet of the Week!🐶 Scout is an adorable pup who is looking for a forever home🏠 Click below to learn more about Scout .⤵
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Yuma Veteran Engagement and Resource Fair taking place this week
The Yuma Veteran Engagement and Resource Fair takes place Friday at the Salvation Army Yuma Corps Community Center, located at 445 S. Fourth Avenue. It runs from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m.
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Locals in Yuma reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s message
Reporter Madeline Murray spoke with locals about what it was like to come together on MLK Day, and what social justice issues still needs to be addressed.
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Americans across the country celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Across the nation, Americans are celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the federal holiday that honors his work and legacy.
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Amsterdam transforms city square into giant garden to celebrate Dutch National Tulip Day
Thousands showed up to pick free flowers, with 200,000 up for grabs. Organizers say the goal is simple: Spread some joy one tulip at a time.
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IVSJC holds 2026 MLK Freedom Walk in El Centro
The event started at the MLK Jr. Sports Pavilion, located at 770 Park Avenue in El Centro, at 11:30 a.m. Pacific, and is to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Locals in Yuma participate in MLK Celebration Walk
The event took place at Yuma City Hall, located at One City Plaza, at 11:00 a.m., and it is to honor King’s life and legacy.
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Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo to hold 2026 Rodeo Parade
The parade is taking place Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., and will be traveling from Fifth Street and Orange Avenue to Third Street and Giss Parkway.
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The event is taking place at Yuma City Hall at 11:00 a.m. Monday, and it is to honor King’s life and legacy.
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Locals attend annual Cruisin’ Yuma Charity Car Show
The annual Crusin’ Yuma Charity Car Show took place at Fortuna De Oro RV Resort at 10:00 a.m. in an effort to raise money for local Veterans and youth.
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Locals and winter visitors attend 17th Annual Tractor Rodeo in Wellton
The event, which kicked off Friday, took place in the area of E. County 12th Street, near the Coyote Wash Golf Course, at 9:00 a.m. The event wrapped up Saturday at 4:00 p.m.
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Moonlight Serenade to be held in Imperial Valley
The Moonlight Serenade by the Imperial valley Symphony Association is an evening of dinner, dancing and live music.
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