Good morning, Yuma.

Saigon Pho raised nearly $3 thousand for Texas flood victims by holding a fundraiser last Saturday—drawing donations from local supporters and organizations such as Saint Francis Church and Crossroads Mission.

Art students from AWC created unique Yuma-themed totem sculptures that were on view at an invitation-only summer exhibit at South Texas College on July 15—showing key parts of the city’s story.

After the pieces return to campus, the art department will search for a permanent location in the community and display them at a fall art show from September 15 to October 9.

Yesterday, Gadsden Elementary Superintendent Lizette Esparza finished her first year teaching the Cultural Diversity in Education course (EDU 210 005) at the Arizona Western College San Luis Learning Center (1340 N.

8th Ave.) and helped students find work in the district. One student, Efren Haro, secured a long-term substitute role teaching music and will start his new job soon.

Summer Block Party

2-6 p.m. — Yuma Civic Center — Free entry — Celebrate summer fun with games and activities that promote healthy living in the community.