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Thursday, September 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Isaiah Lopez, also known as 'Tío Gordo,' enhances the Yuma Hispanic community by supporting local businesses and fostering unity through his philanthropic efforts.  KYMA
  • Yuma police to host a school safety forum in response to recent social media threats, open to the public at City Hall and online on September 19.  KYMA

CRIME NEWS

  • A Yuma man charged with the murder of a pregnant woman and shooting a man turned down a plea deal, opting for a 2025 trial.  KYMA
  • The San Luis Police Department seeks public assistance in finding 15-year-old Elizabeth Peralta Nunez, last seen on September 13, 2024.  KYMA
  • The Yuma Police Department is investigating a threat made against the Yuma Union High School District.  KYMA
  • Yuma man, Randall Medders, faces trial after rejecting a plea deal for 17 years in prison on charges of child molestation and aggravated assault.  KYMA

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Yuma City Council is set to decide on renewing a partnership enabling EMT certification and training opportunities between the Yuma Fire Department and Arizona Western College.  KYMA

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Arizona's cotton production faces a significant decline due to record-setting summer heat, impacting farmers financially and prompting research into heat-resistant varieties.  AZ Family

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Emilia Cortez, a Democrat, and Republican David Lara are set to compete for Yuma County Recorder this November after a closely contested Arizona Primary resulted in a recount.  KYMA

EVENTS

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    Sat, 9/21/24

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    Experience a fun-filled afternoon of creativity with pottery painting, canvas painting, and wood cutout projects suitable for all ages at The Artsy Fartsy Studio.

    Sun, 9/22/24

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  • Feeling Witchy Painting Class

    Experience a creative evening of painting a customizable 'Feeling Witchy' canvas, perfect for ages 12 and up, in a relaxed and social atmosphere.

    Tue, 9/24/24

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  • The Midlife Crisis Comedy Show at Yuma Theatre

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    Thu, 9/26/24

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  • Friends and Beer Gathering at Sun Of A Gun

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    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Pumpkin Spice Gnome Painting Class

    Experience a creative evening painting a Harvest Gnome on a presketched canvas, with personalized color options and all materials provided.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Open Studio: Choose Your Creative Project

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    Sun, 9/29/24

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  • Cultivating HR Professionals: Mastering Documentation Skills

    Learn essential documentation techniques in HR to ensure compliance and support successful legal outcomes.

    Wed, 10/2/24

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  • Spooky Pottery Night: A Halloween-Themed Ceramic Experience

    Experience a fun and creative evening of pottery, featuring Halloween-themed silkscreens from beloved movies in a festive atmosphere.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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