Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, Yuma.
Olivia Esperanza, a local Yuma makeup artist, was recognized in Vogue after her work was featured at Santa Fe Indian Market Fashion Week (an event held in New Mexico).
She said the recognition has motivated her to keep pursuing her dream of attending international fashion weeks (in New York and Milan).
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month in Yuma as the KYMA team wears pink and blue ribbons to honor babies lost from miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death.
Today, the community is invited to join the Wave of Light at 7:00 p.m. (lighting a candle) and (uniting in remembrance) to support grieving families.
Yuma County Fair Run
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Yuma County Fairgrounds — Free & Paid entry — Experience four days of fun, including thrilling rides, games, and local entertainment at this beloved community fair.
Glow Up October Run 5K
6-9 p.m. — Ray Kroc Baseball Complex — $25, free for ages 17 & under — Light up the night in this fun, timed 5K event with glow sticks and dark gear.
YumaCon 2025
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Yuma Civic Center — All ages welcome, kids under 6 free — Embrace your inner geek with cosplay, gaming, and local vendors at Yuma's annual celebration of comics and pop culture.
Desert Difference: FarmTech Connect AgTech Conference
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — University of Arizona Yuma Agricultural Center — Registration required — Dive into the future of agriculture with hands-on demonstrations and engaging discussions in arid agriculture innovation.
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