California launches new tool to help residents delete personal data
The California Privacy Protection Agency has launched a free website called the Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform, or DROP, that allows residents…
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Local American Legion Post 56 kitchen in works to open soon
A local American Legion post is looking to reopen their kitchen soon after temporarily closing…
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Yuma Airport introduces app to help navigate facility
The Goodmaps app is an indoor navigation platform. It supports audio navigation for blind and low-vision travelers, visual guidance for people who…
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Second wave of winter visitors come into town
According to Visit Yuma, around 60,000 to 70,000 snowbirds come to Yuma each winter, and while some complain about the traffic, others says it’s…
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San Luis, Arizona council members ask for community feedback
Conversation with Council will be Saturday, February 7 at Denny’s restaurant on Main Street near Walmart from 9 to 10…
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New massage therapy school opens in Yuma
The Arizona School of Myotherapy offers a two-semester course with lectures and hands-on training from seven professional faculty members. It also…
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Imperial Valley transit strike ends after 15 Days
Imperial Valley transit workers have returned to work after a 15-day strike, following an agreement between Transdev Services, the operator of…
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YCHD warn community about cases of whooping cough
During this season where illness continues to spread, it’s important to know what symptoms to look out for and how to prevent yourself from getting…
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Free energy upgrades available to IID customers
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) announced its All Weather Energy Savings Program, where customers can save money on their energy…
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John Phipps, retired Yuma County Sheriff, passes away
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) says former Sheriff John Phipps has passed away. Phipps is survived by his wife and two…
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Better Business Bureau: Sweepstakes, lottery and prize scam study
People over the age of 55 continue to be the primary target of sweepstakes, lottery, and prize scams, representing 72% of fraud reports for this type…
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Hit-and-run suspect who hit a light pole turns himself in
YPD says the driver of the Honda, a 24-year-old man, turned himself in before 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, and was arrested and booked on multiple felony…
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Local U of A Cooperative Extension hosts Farm to Family Day
The local University of Arizona Cooperative Extension is inviting people to come down to their local…
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First responders train for multi-casualty event
The Yuma County Fire Officer’s Association had a training for first responders where multiple students simulated being injured to practice how to…
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Chicanos Por La Causa offering APS crisis bill assistance
Assistance is on a first come, first served basis, with pre-screening and appointments…
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Imperial Valley Transit workers strike comes to an end after 15 days
Full service is expected to be restored starting at 5 a.m. Wednesday, January 28, after operating on a limited basis during the…
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Somerton to host Hole-in-One golf tournament
The Hole-in-One golf tournament is Saturday, January 31 at the Cocopah RV and Golf Resort. Check in is at 7 a.m and start time is at 8…
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Yuma Palms to host food sampler and giveaway
A Taste of Yuma Palms Regional Center is being held on Tuesday, January 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. Participating businesses at Yuma Palms will offer free…
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Two local organizations to hold Pickleball Fundraiser
The event is taking place Saturday, March 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Cocopah RV & Golf…
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YFD responds to house fire on E. 26th Place
YFD was called to the area of E. 26th Place and S. James Avenue just before 2:45 p.m. Sunday. When crews arrived, they found brown smoke coming from…
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