Pedestrian hybrid beacons activated in El Centro
According to a press release, the PHBs were activated at the intersections of Imperial and Holt Avenue, and Imperial and Barbara Worth…
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AWC to hold Sixth Annual Desert Southwest Transfer Conference
According to a press release, the conference, taking place at the Yuma Campus from March 2 to March 5, will “feature a series of transfer-focused…
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Veterans and first responders hit Yuma desert for annual off-roading event
The event, organized by Johnny Torres Jr., offers participants a day of adventure, connection, and camaraderie while navigating the desert…
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Inside Calexico’s longtime Walmart team
In an industry where employees often come and go, one Calexico store is seeing the…
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Paranormal Cirque returns to Yuma
Paranormal Cirque will be at Arizona Market Place (3351 S. Avenue 4E) from February 27 to March…
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New toy store opens in Yuma, bringing youth to people of all ages
Toy Depot celebrated its grand opening Friday at the Yuma Palms Mall, welcoming families and toy enthusiasts from across the…
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Locals attend Yuma Child Burn Survivors Golf Tournament 2026
The event is to raise money to help provide essential medical care, rehabilitation and emotional support to help burn survivors and ensure they…
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ECH Yuma hosts Second Annual Heart Health Fair
The event took place at ECH Yuma, located at 2648 Araby Road, at 10 a.m. and was in honor of Heart Health…
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IV Fairgrounds make final preparations for the Mid-Winter Fair
Workers and vendors are preparing for the annual California Mid-Winter Fair, setting up rides, booths, and preparing the parking lot for large…
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Yuma County Chamber of Commerce hosts 2026 dinner gala
Business and community leaders from across Yuma County gathered for an evening of celebration, reflection and recognition at the annual dinner gala…
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Yuma Children’s Museum opens interactive exhibit to learn about medical field
Onvida Health began an interactive exhibit at the Children’s Museum where kids can “play” and learn about what it takes to pursue a career in the…
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Exceptional Community Hospital holds drawing contest for elementary school students
As part of Health Heart Month, Exceptional Community Hospital of Yuma held a drawing contest with some of Dorothy Hall Elementary School…
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Local Yuma area United Methodist churches and community members gather for an immigrant solidarity prayer vigil
Locals came together Thursday evening for an immigrant solidarity prayer vigil. Yuma area United Methodist churches and community members gathered at…
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February marks Heart Health Month: Doctor shares tips to protect your heart
February is officially Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the…
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USDA visit highlights Yuma’s unique role in U.S. agriculture
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Richard Fordyce, served as the keynote speaker on the…
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YPD supporting Special Olympics with 13th annual Fuel of Dreams event
The event, held in partnership with Fry’s Food Stores, will take place February 19 and aims to raise both funds and awareness for Special Olympics…
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Options For All brings inclusive job fair to Calexico
Job seekers were able to meet with potential employers, fill out resumess, and network in addition to finding…
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20th annual Southwest AG Summit returns to Desert Southwest
The Southwest Ag Summit is the desert southwest’s premier agriculture industry show that provides content that growers can directly apply to their…
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The Imperial Valley Symphony presenting Spring Serenade in March
The Imperial Valley Symphony will play the Spring Serenade at the Jimmie Cannon Theater on March 28, 2026, starting at 7…
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City of Calexico to host Easter Egg Hunt
According to the City, the event is taking place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Crummett…
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