Thursday, October 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Yuma Police Department alerts the community about a high-risk Level 3 sex offender residing in the area. KYMA
- ➤ Arizona Public Service crews successfully assisted with power restoration in Florida following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, demonstrating significant progress before returning to Arizona. KYMA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Western College is hosting a series of events from October 21-25 to support students exploring educational and career opportunities during National Transfer Student Week. Arizona Western College
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A stronger low pressure system will usher in cooler temperatures and higher gusts of wind across the Desert Southwest. KYMA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Yuma City Council is set to vote on initiating negotiations with Kathlia Group Hotels for the redevelopment of the Hotel Del Sol, incorporating a transportation hub. KYMA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is set to host two blood drives in Yuma on October 29 and 30, 2024, at Stone Ridge Church and Rural Metro Fire Department respectively. KYMA
SPORTS NEWS
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Nightmare Before Christmas Painting Class
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Eighth Annual Mayors' International Bike Ride
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AZ/CA Border Madness Fastpitch Tournament 2024
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One More Night: The Phil Collins/Genesis Tribute
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Fort Yuma Rotary Penitentiary Pint Fest
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
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Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival 2024
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Harvest Poker Run Event
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