Good morning, Yuma.

On July 18, Rincon Broadcasting Group acquired several television stations including KYMA-DT in Yuma — expanding its broadcast presence across regions as company officials said they plan to drive innovation while maintaining trusted local news.

This fall, high school students from Yuma and La Paz Counties can enroll in Dual Credit courses through Arizona Western College’s Early College Program—designed to lower tuition costs and reduce future college debt while providing hands-on college experience.

Many students have already benefited, with 96 Yuma Catholic High School students earning associate degrees through the program.

The Education Department released $1.3 billion in federal funds for afterschool programs after the White House agreed on Friday; however, Yuma County schools still await tens of millions for migrant and English learner programs.

Yuma County Superintendent Tom Hurt said districts faced staffing delays as they prepared for the new school year.

Congress voted to cut $1.1 billion in federal funding for public media—affecting local stations like KAWC that relies on over $200 thousand from the CPB—while critics warn the cuts may limit emergency alerts and community programs.

One local, Bob Lutes, said the move could hurt the public's access to important news.

The Yuma Fire Department received new training props at its public training facility to better prepare for fires, with a dumpster donated by Republic Sanitation Services and gas simulation equipment provided by Southwest Gas (designed to boost readiness for rare but challenging calls).

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.