Pop singer Nezza sings national anthem in Spanish despite Dodgers’ denial
Video posted to X by @byrdyman shows Nezza finishing her on-field performance to cheers in what was described as a “historical…
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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz pays respect to Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband
Governor Walz, accompanied by his wife, visited the growing memorial at the capitol Monday afternoon. The pair left a bouquet of flowers at a table…
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Firefighters in Arizona rescue puppy stuck in block fence
Rescue crews used a Halligan bar to break apart the brick fence and free the dog, GFD says. She walked away completely…
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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…
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Children’s Museum of Yuma County extends summer hours
They will now be open Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. They say a new playground is also expected to be ready sometime this…
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El Centro hosts celebration to honor Juneteenth
The Imperial Valley Social Justice Committee hosted a Juneteenth event with soul food, singers, performances by line and folklorico dancers, local…
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Joey Chestnut to return to Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest next month
With the 2025 contest just a few weeks away, Chestnut says he’s been training since May for his inevitable…
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Frozen yogurt shop in San Luis, Arizona open for business
According to the City of San Luis’ Facebook post, Frozz Frozen Yogurt, located at Plaza Colobri Bldg 1, 469 N Avenue E, suite #3 & #4, opened to the…
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Locals in Yuma celebrate U.S. Army’s 250th birthday
Honoring the long standing history and traditions the United States Army, the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) and the Colorado River State Historic Park…
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Yuma and El Centro residents attend two Juneteenth events
There were two Juneteenth events happening this weekend, one in El Centro from noon until 5:00 p.m. while the other is taking place at Carver Park in…
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Yuma to celebrate the Army’s 250th birthday at Colorado River State Historic Park
The Colorado River State Historic Park is hosting a 250th Army birthday celebration on Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 1…
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Father’s Day spending to reach record highs
Dear old dad is likely to make out like a bandit this year, according to the National Retail Federation. Spending on Father’s Day is expected to…
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Imperial Valley students awarded over $30k in scholarships
An Imperial Valley organization awarded students over $30,000 in scholarships during a…
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Locals throughout Yuma County raise funds for victim of shooting and arson
After 31-year-old Leticia Villareal died, people throughout the community came together to sell merchandise to raise funds for her…
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Yuma Art Center unveils ‘Contemporary Icons’ exhibit
A new exhibit at the Yuma Art Center is bringing history, spirituality and even augmented reality to…
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Local clinic to host Back to School event next month
Regional Center for Border Health San Luis Walk-In Clinic is hosting a two-day Back to School event next month at two different…
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El Centro Public Library launches their Summer Reading Program
The El Centro Public Library held a registration event for their annual Summer Reading Program Wednesday…
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‘Smokey and the Bandit’ fans visit Topeka Zoo to meet Cora the elephant
When Cora was much younger, she starred alongside legendary actors Burt Reynolds and Sally Field. Cora played “Charlotte” in “Smokey and the Bandit…
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Chef Jonathan’s Crispy Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with Lemon Yogurt Aïoli & Herb Salad
Here’s a way to impress dad for Fathers Day this year! Preparing a delicious side dish that would go very well a main…
Continue Reading Two Juneteenth events taking place this weekend
There are two Juneteenth celebrations taking place in Yuma and Imperial County this…
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