Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Western College President Dr. Corr earned the 2026 National Pacesetter Award on March 19 at the NCMPR conference in Washington (DC) for his decade of leadership supporting first-generation students and record enrollment growth; he will retire in June after ten transformative years. Arizona Western College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yuma County officials asked the state to end AG Tech LLC's biosolids lease, linking its operations to persistent fly infestations, crop losses, and odors that affect local agriculture and businesses. They sent letters to state leadership and environmental agencies (county efforts continue). KYMA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Exceptional Community Hospital is partnering with Vitalant to host a blood drive on Wednesday, April 8 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The hospital says donating blood only takes 10 minutes and saves lives by benefiting several patients. KYMA
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A Tribute to The Doobie Brothers
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Yuma Theatre — Buy tickets online — Experience an unforgettable night honoring the classic rock sounds of The Doobie Brothers.
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Annual Customer Appreciation Event
11 AM – 1 PM — Acme Pool & Spa Care — Free entry — Celebrate customer loyalty with fun games, raffles, and delicious food.
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Dive Deeper Pool School 2026
6-8 p.m. — Acme Pool & Spa Care — Free entry — Learn essential tips for pool maintenance to keep your pool sparkling clean this season.
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Jazz Nights at Julieanna's
6-9 p.m. — Julieanna's Steak and Seafood — Enjoy live jazz music while indulging in an exceptional dining experience by Chef Eddie Guzman.
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1st Annual Autism Awareness Community Event
4-7 p.m. — Public Safety Training Facility — Free entry — Engage with the community and support autism awareness initiatives.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A happy person isn't someone who's happy all the time. It's someone who effortlessly interprets events in a way that benefits them.
~ Naval Ravikant
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