AWC Radiology student selected for 2026 ASRT Student to Leadership Development Program
Arizona Western College (AWC) says Ashley DeCorse has been selected for the 2026 American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Student to…
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Keeping pets safe for triple digit heat
We aren’t the only ones vulnerable to heat related illnesses. So are our four-legged friends. Pet safety is a growing concern that shouldn’t take the…
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City of Somerton’s Greater Days Festival happening this weekend
The Greater Days Festival, happening at Council Avenue Park, is commemorating 108 years of Somerton’s…
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FFA students shine at the Mid-Winter Fair
Students from the local 4H and FFA programs spend months raising and training their animals, everything from sheep and goats to bunnies and…
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Foothills Cruisers Car Club donates teddy bears to ECH Yuma
The Foothills Cruiser Car Club dropped off more than 400 teddy bears and stuffed animals to Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH)…
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IID accepts applications for Summer 2026 Paid Internship Program
According to a press release, the program is to offer “students a unique opportunity to gain practical work experience, develop professional skills,…
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GoFundMe created for retired San Luis, Arizona police chief battling cancer
Jessup, who retired from SLPD back in 2023, is battling Stage IV cancer, which the GoFundMe says has brought “many unexpected challenges, both…
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YPD conducts impaired driving detail for St. Patrick’s Day
According to a press release, officers will be patrolling the streets of Yuma looking to stop and arrest drivers under the influence of alcohol or…
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YCADC’s impact on the Yuma community
The Yuma County Board of Supervisors heard a presentation on what the Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition (YCADC) does for our…
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Locals react to early year heat wave
Residents across the Desert Southwest are preparing for a stretch of unusually high temperatures, with forecasts indicating that daily records could…
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Helping Hands of Yuma hosts Super Yard Sale Fundraiser
The fundraiser kicked off Friday at 12716 North Frontage Road, next to Gila Mountain United Methodist Church, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will also…
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Relay for Life 2026 happening next weekend
The event is happening Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and it is “to honor those impacted by…
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Road closures due to 60th Annual Yuma Airshow
The airshow generally attracts between 15,000 and 35,000 spectators annually. Expect heavy traffic, plan extra travel time and follow posted…
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95.1 KTTI and 100.9 The River officially off the air
95.1 KTTI and 100.9 The River went off the air before noon Friday. Both licenses have been sold to K-LOVE…
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Behind the scenes ride along of the MCAS Yuma Airshow
Danyelle Burke North became a pilot for the day and flew on one of the helicopters. She joined performers and gives us a bird’s-eye view from one of…
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Yuma shoppers excited for Spencer’s opening at Yuma Palms
The store will celebrate its grand opening Saturday, March 14, at Yuma Palms, located at 1309 Yuma Palms Parkway, from 1 p.m. to 5…
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IVC to hold State of the College Address, groundbreaking ceremony
The event is taking place at the campus Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at Building 3200, Room 3201, and will go until 4…
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Volkswagen on the River 2026 happening this weekend
Locals across Yuma County are invited to attend Der Yumans’ Volkswagen on the River 2026, happening Friday, March 13 through Sunday, March…
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YCNF to hold annual Nurses Gala
According to a press release, the gala is taking place at the Quechan Casino Resort from 6 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, May 2,…
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Yuma School District One celebrates student achievements during recognition event
According to a press release, the event honored 45 students and 33 teachers across the district “who demonstrated exceptional academic success in…
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