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Friday, August 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • U.S. Border Patrol reports five rescues and seven migrant-related deaths this fiscal year due to underestimating the desert's brutal temperatures and water currents.  KYMA

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A driver safely escaped a vehicle fire in Yuma, Arizona, with fire crews extinguishing the blaze in five minutes.  KYMA

ECONOMY NEWS

  • El Navegante, a family-owned Mexican seafood restaurant, expands to Yuma, AZ, marking its third location after beginning 24 years ago with a $500 food truck.  AZ Family

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Yuma Union High School District reports a dropout rate of less than two percent across its seven schools, achieving a historic low.  KYMA

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Jimmy Esparza, CEO of Renewable Power USA, outlines the financial and environmental benefits of solar panels, emphasizing cost savings, fixed electricity rates, federal tax credits, and a positive impact on reducing CO2 emissions.  KYMA

EVENTS

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  • Artistic Evening: Paint Sunset at Joshua Tree

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    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • Bee & Coneflower Painting Workshop

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    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Networking Breakfast at Paradise Casino

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    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Bar Beats Bingo Night at Z Fun Factory

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    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • New Orleans Jazz Experience at The Hills

    Experience the vibrant atmosphere of New Orleans through live jazz music and authentic cuisine at The Hills GastroPub, featuring a special menu inspired by the Crescent City.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Sunday Morning Alcoholics Anonymous Discussion Meeting

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    Sun, 9/15/24

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