Daily
Yuma
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen YFD firefighters had babies in the past year as the department records a recurring baby boom over the last four years. Firefighter Victor Garcia said the shared journey of fatherhood strengthens bonds at work & home. KYMA
- ➤ Arizona Western College invites community members to celebrate its Decade-of-Transformation at an event on Tuesday, March 3 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Schoening Conference Center featuring a multi-media presentation and a fireside chat with Dr. Daniel Corr. Space is limited and free seats must be reserved. Arizona Western College
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Traveling Museum will take place at the Colorado River State Historic Park on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will showcase a replica of the Liberty Bell, immersive activities, live entertainment, photo ops + food vendors for a family celebration. KYMA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marcos Moore, an experienced agronomist, is teaching local farmers how to use water to push salt away from their crops (preventing dehydration and stunting) today; his guidance focuses on improving irrigation systems to move water quickly and protect harvest yields. KYMA
- ➤ Community leaders gathered in Yuma to break ground on the BrightNight Power Pioneer Clean Energy Center, a 300-megawatt solar facility (expected to power about 77,299 homes and contribute $25 million to county services) with commercial operations scheduled to begin in April. KYMA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arizona dispensaries have voluntarily recalled Super Yuzu (Legacy and Co.) and Trap Queen (Nature’s Wonder) cannabis products because they may contain Aspergillus, a fungus that can trigger allergic reactions in vulnerable users. No illnesses have been reported and customers with pre-existing conditions should not consume these products. KYMA
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City of Yuma Fiesta de 5km & 10km
8:15-11:15 AM — West Wetlands Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate your run with chips, salsa, and a festive atmosphere.
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Paranormal Cirque Voodoo
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Arizona Market Place — Tickets from $74 — Experience a thrilling blend of circus and paranormal entertainment in Yuma.
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2026 Career & Trades Experience
9 AM-2 PM — Yuma County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore hands-on opportunities for aspiring young minds in careers and trades.
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Vegas McGraw - The Million Dollar McGraw Show
7-9 p.m. — Yuma Theatre — Ticket costs vary — Experience an electrifying tribute to country music legends with Vegas McGraw.
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Yuma Airshow
10 a.m.-7 p.m. — Yuma International Airport — Entrance fee varies — Experience thrilling aerial performances by military and civilian aircraft.
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