Good morning, Yuma.

KAWC marked its 55th anniversary on July 16—inviting local music lovers, including AWC students, faculty and staff, to volunteer as hosts for music programs on KOFA Border Radio.

Training and orientation will equip volunteers with the skills needed for shows that air on 94.7 FM and online.

A local hemp farm in Yuma hosted one of Arizona's first hemp fiber industry tours Tuesday, where local council members, state leaders, and farmers learned how hemp can be used to make products like rope, textiles, and building materials (industry experts explained its economic potential). Farm owner Daniel Nowell and hemp leaders announced an adopt an acres program, with a planting and harvesting tour scheduled before the end of the year.

Construction started Wednesday for Tropic Car Wash on Avenue E near the commercial port of entry in San Luis — part of an economic development project — and it will open in March as more businesses are set to break ground next week, Riedel Construction CEO Rieves Riedel said.

Tony Harman—longtime teacher at Yuma Lutheran School—fell nearly 100 feet while hiking in Colorado and was airlifted to Phoenix for emergency treatment; community members organized fundraising to support his family as he continues his recovery.

Governor Katie Hobbs is asking the federal government to pay back Arizona for $100 million spent by former Governor Doug Ducey on storage containers used to cover gaps in the border wall.

The state later spent $70 million on removal after a suit from the Biden administration and new federal legislation could offer states $10 billion in grants for security measures.

Local healthcare leaders told Yuma residents that snake activity grows this summer and advised wearing long pants, socks, and boots when outside.

They said if bitten, stay still and get help fast — quick treatment can help stop venom from spreading.

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.