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Yuma
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yuma Neighbors United will restore Pioneer Cemetery by hosting a volunteer cleanup Saturday at 6:30 a.m. using city-provided equipment to honor early community members; more cleanups are scheduled for fall — founders aim to preserve the gravesites’ dignity as a tribute to town founders. KYMA
- ➤ Yuma’s Bark Park will reopen on Saturday with new shade structures, trash receptacles + a new drinking fountain, and it is located at 1705 E. Palo Verde Street. KYMA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tacos Marlyn was named Arizona Woman-Owned Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration after receiving the honor from the Arizona Western SBDC last Thursday in Yuma — the recognition spotlights the restaurant’s growth and strong community support. KYMA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Western College professor Dr. Weena McKenzie presented her research on online class discussions at the RSA conference last week in Portland – her study focused on boosting student agency during the Global Society for Online Literacy Educators panel. Arizona Western College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yuma's Western Arizona Council of Governments dedicated its building to honor longtime leader Brian Babiars after he retired earlier this year following over 50 years of service. Officials, community members, friends and family gathered to recognize his commitment to local residents. KYMA
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
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