Friday, October 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yuma-based teams, including the American Red Cross and APS, are assisting in Florida's recovery from Hurricane Milton by restoring power and providing aid to the affected communities. KYMA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Five individuals were indicted for allegedly scamming elderly victims across ten states, including Yuma, out of $8 million by convincing them to transfer funds and gold bars to secure their retirement accounts. KYMA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lizette Esparza, superintendent of Gadsden Elementary School District, focuses on empowering Hispanic students and promoting cultural pride and representation in leadership roles. KYMA
- ➤ Yuma Elementary School District One governing board election features four candidates with varied focuses, including strengthening support for teachers, addressing bullying, and enhancing engagement with bilingual families. KYMA
- ➤ Arizona Western College inaugurated the renovated AWC/NAU-Yuma Academic Library, now featuring modern learning spaces and technology to support current educational demands. Arizona Western College
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Imperial County APCD has issued an Air Quality Alert in the Imperial Valley due to high ozone levels, amidst a forecast for cooling temperatures and persistent dry conditions. KYMA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ First Lady Dr. Jill Biden is set to visit Yuma to campaign for Kamala Harris, emphasizing reproductive freedom, democracy, and economic opportunity amid early voting in Arizona. KYMA
SPORTS NEWS
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Prison 2k Beer Run Event
Experience a scenic fun run/walk from Prison Hill Brewing Company to the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, complete with select brews and engaging activities.
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Yuma County Fall Fest 2024
Experience a vibrant celebration of autumn with family-friendly activities, delicious food, live music, and new attractions at Yuma County's 2nd Annual Fall Fest.
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Community Free Food Giveaway
Experience a heartfelt community initiative providing food boxes to those in need every Friday evening.
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Nightmare Before Christmas Painting Class
Experience a creative evening painting Nightmare Before Christmas inspired art on canvas with provided stencils and customizable colors, all in a fun, social atmosphere.
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Eighth Annual Mayors' International Bike Ride
Experience a community-driven, family-friendly bike ride through scenic Yuma County, culminating in a celebration at Benito Juarez Park.
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AZ/CA Border Madness Fastpitch Tournament 2024
Experience competitive fastpitch softball featuring teams across multiple age divisions at one of the Southwest's premier tournaments.
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One More Night: The Phil Collins/Genesis Tribute
Experience a tribute to Phil Collins and Genesis featuring an exceptional performance from One More Night, a band with a rich history since 2017.
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Fort Yuma Rotary Penitentiary Pint Fest
Experience a vibrant afternoon of beer tasting and live music at the historic Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park.
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