Meet Yuma County’s first female Eagle Scout
13-year-old Sophia Tolman is Yuma County’s first female eagle scout. She was inspired to become a scout by her three older brothers.
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City of El Centro issues fireworks safety reminder ahead of Fourth of July
The City says residents should use fireworks labeled safe and sane and to “to avoid illegal fireworks that pose serious risks to the community.”
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City in Argentina beats Guinness World Record after roasting 9.5 tons of chicken
The previous record for the “largest serving of roast chicken” was set in the town of Maldonado, Uruguary, where 7,000 kilograms of chicken was roasted on a single day in March 2016, according to Guinness World Records.
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Sunrise in New York illuminates fog-covered runway
Joseph Frascati captured footage of the fog blanketing the tarmac at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport.
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Three new small businesses open in San Luis, Arizona
Three local entrepreneurs opened their businesses in the last two weeks: Frozz Frozen Yogurt, Stick to the Art Creative Studio and Skin and Body by Melissa.
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Imperial County prepares for 4th of July celebrations
Law enforcement agencies and fire departments want you to have a safety celebration whether you are celebrating inside or outside.
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U.S. military to establish NDA along Arizona-Mexico Border near Yuma
According to a press release from the U.S. Air Force, NDAs are “designed to support the Department of Defense’s ongoing mission to secure the southern border in coordination with interagency and partner stakeholders.”
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Arizona Pride Tour to stop in Yuma to host Halloween Bash
The event is taking place at Historic Yuma Theatre on Friday, October 31 at 7:00 p.m., with the doors opening for VIP members at 6:00 p.m. while the doors will open for the general public at 6:15 p.m.
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Boys & Girls Club of Imperial Valley receives grant donation from JCPenney
The club says they received $6,642 as to highlight JCPenney’s support for BGCIV as well as to help “continue providing enriching, safe, and fun opportunities” for their club members throughout the summer.
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San Luis to celebrate 4th of July with Freedom Celebration!
Ring in Independence Day with a bang down by the border. The City of San Luis will be hosting its annual Fourth of July Freedom Celebration at Joe Orduno Park on the 4th of July starting at 7 p.m.
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Dirty South BBQ House hosts soft opening in Yuma
Their menu includes award winning barbeque ribs, sandwiches, classic sides, date shakes, and more.
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Somerton to celebrate Independence Day early
Somerton’s Fourth of July event is going to be on Thursday, July 3 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Council Street Park.
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Alzheimer’s Association to host town hall in El Centro
The town hall will be held at DayOut Adult Day Health Care Center, located at 757 W Main Street in El Centro, at 2:00 p.m.
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Deja Foxx’s ‘Crashout or Congress’ Tour comes to Yuma County
Deja Foxx is stopping at Taco Monster, located at 2198 S. 4th Avenue in Yuma, on Wednesday at 5:00 p.m., and at Tacos Y Mariscos La India, located at 879 B Street in San Luis, on Thursday at 11:30 a.m.
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We have a WINNER! Yuma and El Centro hit 111 degrees for the first time in 2025
You all have been guessing when Yuma and El Centro would hit 111 degrees for the first time in 2025. We finally hit the mark! Find out who the lucky winner is!
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Toys tied to Trump Administration’s tariffs trigger troubling totals
Prices for many dolls, stuffed animals, blocks, and games rose 2.2% between April and May. Analysts say it’s an unprecedented increase and it’s largely the result of the U.S.’ new trade policies.
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Aquatic therapy helps Veterans in San Diego heal from PTSD
Healing Wave Aquatics uses a 97-degree pool for trauma-informed aquatic therapy for service members trying to cope with PTSD.
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Vest seen in ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ sells for $279,400
The character wore it in the legendary “Twist and Shout” parade scene in Chicago almost 40 years ago, and the vest got a lot of buzz running up to the auction.
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Chick-fil-A delivers food by boat to beachgoers in Florida
Footage filmed by Sara Franklin O’Connor, during a vacation with her husband on O’Steen Beach in Destin, shows a Chick-fil-A boat driving up to shore.
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Local authorities urge Yuma community to be cautious when using fireworks
The Fourth of July is less than two weeks out and local authorities are once again urging everyone to be cautious when using fireworks.
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