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Yuma
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yuma County Fall Fest is underway at the Yuma County Fairgrounds this weekend and offers rides, games and food from vendors like Raiden’s lemonade stand and Mimi’s Hot Dog Party featuring Philly cheesesteaks. The event runs through Sunday with gates opening at noon each day — making it a full weekend of family fun. KYMA
- ➤ The second annual all-women's hike will take place tomorrow at 5:00 a.m. at Telegraph Pass where participants must bring three or more canned food items for donation to Yuma Food Bank and are encouraged to wear pink. KYMA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sprouts Farmers Market celebrated its grand opening last Friday in Fortuna Foothills where the new store offers natural, organic, and gluten-free items along with fresh produce, quality meats, vitamins, and supplements. Located on Fortuna Road + North Frontage Road, the market gave free samples and special deals while open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. KYMA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Prices for Halloween costumes in Yuma will rise because new tariff taxes on goods from China will drive up costs. Shoppers and store workers say it may be cheaper to build a costume at home + shop around for better deals. KYMA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Daniel Corr, AWC President, announced Thursday his intent to retire after 34 years in community college education—his retirement will be effective in July—and he is credited with promoting first-generation students and developing a nationally recognized technical education model—accomplishments that have boosted external funding and partnerships. KYMA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Agriculture specialists from U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepted a pest at Port of San Luis that had not been seen before in the country - the insect osbornellus salsus feeds on plants and can spread diseases, so the shipment was returned to Mexico. KYMA
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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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