Comite Civico del Valle and the Becoming Project host Community Resource Fair
The Community Resource Fair took place Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Bill E. Young Middle School, located at 220 S. International Blvd, at 8:30…
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No relief at the pump: California gas tax to hit nation-high 63 cents on July 1
Starting July 1, the state’s motor vehicle fuel tax will automatically climb to over 63 cents per gallon, cementing it as the highest rate in the…
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Bubba’s 33 in Yuma to donate $1 for every Patriot Burger sold throughout the month of July
The restaurant says they are partnering with the organization to “raise money to help build specially adapted homes for post 9/11 veterans, severely…
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American Veterans Service Organization hosts monthly baby back rib fundraiser in Yuma
Participants enjoyed a baby back rib dinner featuring coleslaw, baked bread, and loaded mashed potatoes. Every ticket sold supports the American…
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ECH Yuma hosts teddy bear clinic event for local kids
Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH) Yuma invited children in the community to over the weekend bring their favorite teddy bears for a special…
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Huge fire breaks out near Grove 95 on East Madonna Road
Rural Metro Fire responded to the call around 10 p.m. Friday, initially sending one engine to the scene. Crews were soon called for additional…
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Kiwanis Club of El Centro celebrates 100 years of community impact
Local leaders, community members, and volunteers gathered Thursday night to celebrate a historic milestone as the Kiwanis Club of El Centro marked…
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Yuma County approves new $535M budget
County officials described the budget as one focused on long-term stability while continuing to provide services without expanding the…
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Firearm found on Ninth Avenue in Yuma
In a press release, YPD says the crash happened in the area S. Ninth Avenue and W. 12th Street after 2 a.m.…
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Options For All expands hands-on job training
Options For All, an Imperial County based nonprofit, and its Project Search connects individuals with disabilities to hands-on internships that helps…
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AWC welcomes new president with special reception
Dr. Reetika Dhawan shared how she feels about the new chapter in her life, and what will be her main focus in her new…
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YFD rolls out fast-acting treatment for heat-related emergencies
YFD says the Titan Rapid Cooling Bags are a safe and effective way to treat victims of extreme…
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Calexico school board renames Cesar Chavez Elementary School
Calexico Unified School District (CUSD) voted to rename Cesar Chavez Elementary School to Desert Valley Elementary School Thursday…
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Car shooting investigation in Calexico continues
Earlier this month, officers responded to the Calexico Brewing Company, located in the area of M L King Blvd, after an employee’s car was…
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Great Community Fair happening in Calipatria this weekend
Great Community Fair is taking place Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Bill E. Young Middle School, located at 220 S. International Blvd, at 8:30…
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Hydration stations bring Niland relief
Good samaritans and residents in Niland are joining stepping up to help those in the community stay hydrated and protect themselves against…
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Imperial County backs state bill to strip tax exemptions from private detention centers
The 5-0 vote formally aligns local leadership with Senate Bill (SB) 420, an initiative designed to strip charitable property tax welfare exemptions…
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Salton City murder suspects back in court
The defendants accused of murdering a man in Salton City made another court appearance…
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Gas prices in Arizona continue to drop
AAA says Yuma is sitting at $4.26 a gallon while Phoenix and Tucson are seeing gas prices at $3.99 a gallon and $3.95 a gallon respectively, and…
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Yuma doctor indicted by grand jury
Dr. Irfan Fazil, 54, is accused of operating a racketeering enterprise to defraud AHCCCS out of millions of dollars between July of last year and May…
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