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Yuma Territorial Prison Park connects history, education, and community health

Yuma Territorial Prison Park connects history, education, and community health

Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park preserves the territorial-era prison with tours and programs. It matters for local history, school learning, and downtown tourism.

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Approximately 203,000 residents

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Yuma, Arizona

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5,519 square miles in southwestern Arizona

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Yuma County posts voter resources to streamline local election access

Yuma County posts voter resources to streamline local election access

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West Wetlands Park anchors recreation and stewardship in Yuma County

West Wetlands Park anchors recreation and stewardship in Yuma County

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Yuma Mega 22 to spotlight West Wetlands Park and boost winter recreation

Yuma Mega 22 to spotlight West Wetlands Park and boost winter recreation

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MCAS Yuma bans drones over base and training range

MCAS Yuma bans drones over base and training range

MCAS Yuma issued a reminder banning drones over the installation, airfield and Barry M. Goldwater Range. The notice affe...

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Palo Verde Fiesta Grants $80,000 to 32 Yuma and La Paz Educators

Palo Verde Fiesta Grants $80,000 to 32 Yuma and La Paz Educators

Palo Verde Fiesta Sports Foundation awarded $80,000 in Wishes for Teachers grants to 32 educators in Yuma and La Paz cou...

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YCIPTA returns nearly $12 million in federal transit funds

YCIPTA returns nearly $12 million in federal transit funds

Yuma County transit agency returned nearly $12 million after failing to provide required local matching funds. The short...

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Martha’s Garden growth shows Yuma dates find global market footing

Martha’s Garden growth shows Yuma dates find global market footing

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San Luis residents challenge governor's 95% homicide reduction claim

San Luis residents challenge governor's 95% homicide reduction claim

San Luis residents disputed Governor Alfonso Durazo's claim that homicides fell 95%, saying shootings and robberies keep...

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Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo Parade Feb. 14 Honors Military, Seeks Entrants

Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo Parade Feb. 14 Honors Military, Seeks Entrants

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Yuma County Sheriff's Office Seeks Nurse Practitioners for Detention Mental Health

Yuma County Sheriff's Office Seeks Nurse Practitioners for Detention Mental Health

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AWC TRIO KEYS grant renewed for 2025-2030 after delayed approval

AWC TRIO KEYS grant renewed for 2025-2030 after delayed approval

Arizona Western College's KEYS TRIO grant was renewed for 2025–2030 after a delayed approval; services continued and sta...

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Final call for Yuma students: Optimist Club essay contest submissions

Final call for Yuma students: Optimist Club essay contest submissions

The Sunrise Optimist Club announced a Jan. 14 final submission deadline for its annual essay contest, offering scholarsh...

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Family lighting showroom shines after 40 years in Yuma

Family lighting showroom shines after 40 years in Yuma

A Jan. 12 radio profile highlighted Gloria and Giovanni DeAnda’s Arizona Lighting Company and its 40-year role in Yuma. ...

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Rotary Club announces annual Around the World Gala on Feb. 7

Rotary Club announces annual Around the World Gala on Feb. 7

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Yuma family receives full house of furniture in giveaway

Yuma family receives full house of furniture in giveaway

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Yuma trainer shares recovery journey and launches wellness business

Yuma trainer shares recovery journey and launches wellness business

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Local Mentor Me workshop grows Yuma's future healthcare workforce

Local Mentor Me workshop grows Yuma's future healthcare workforce

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New child care center opens on W. Eighth Street in Yuma

New child care center opens on W. Eighth Street in Yuma

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Holistic pet shop brings downtown vitality to Yuma's retail core

Holistic pet shop brings downtown vitality to Yuma's retail core

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San Luis Finance Department Again Earns Prestigious GFOA Budget Presentation Award

San Luis Finance Department Again Earns Prestigious GFOA Budget Presentation Award

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Yuma-area worker dies after chemical mixer rescue; family seeks answers

Yuma-area worker dies after chemical mixer rescue; family seeks answers

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Modest flu uptick reported in Yuma County while activity stays below peak

Modest flu uptick reported in Yuma County while activity stays below peak

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Yuma City offices closed for MLK Day, trash pickup shifted

Yuma City offices closed for MLK Day, trash pickup shifted

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San Luis approves ordinances to curb disorder, road hazards

San Luis approves ordinances to curb disorder, road hazards

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Kofa High hosts Color Run fundraiser to support Special Olympics

Kofa High hosts Color Run fundraiser to support Special Olympics

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Defendant pleads guilty in Yuma County fatal stabbing

Defendant pleads guilty in Yuma County fatal stabbing

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San Luis teacher honored for leadership in special education

San Luis teacher honored for leadership in special education

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Mostly Muffins reopens as Desert Buzz Cafe after rebranding

Mostly Muffins reopens as Desert Buzz Cafe after rebranding

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Maryvale's Adrian Ace Stubbs Scores 100 in Yuma, Breaks Arizona Single-Game Record

Maryvale's Adrian Ace Stubbs Scores 100 in Yuma, Breaks Arizona Single-Game Record

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