Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of August.
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🏘️ Community
The Territorial Young Marines held a memorial walk Wednesday to honor 13 fallen service members killed in Afghanistan five years ago.
Locals and youth, led by 15-year-old Antonio Ornelas, joined the 1.3-mile route near the Marine Corps Station — organizers plan to hold the event annually.
🎓 Education
Arizona Western College student Hector Zepeda won the national Emerging Leader Award from the US Department of Energy on August 27 after leading technical energy assessments with Interim Director Miguel Rios (who commended his initiative).
The award recognizes his skill and dedication during home visits to local manufacturers.
🏛️ Government
The Yuma Fire Department is recruiting 10 new firefighters and will accept applications from Sept.
1 until 600 are received. Applicants will take a pre-physical test on Sept. 20, Sept. 27, or Oct. 4 before written exams on Oct. 13-15 + the department offers competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.
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