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Wednesday, December 25th, 2024

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Good morning, Yuma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Quick Refrigeration awarded a free air conditioning unit to Ansel Traynor, a local school official in Yuma, honoring its upcoming 70th anniversary.  KYMA
  • Elks Lodge #476 in Yuma County maintains its 44-year tradition by donating over 260 food boxes and nearly 700 toys to local families, with volunteers personally delivering these donations to homes.  KYMA
  • Field workers in Yuma were honored with a free meal and a raffle as a gesture of appreciation for their essential role in agriculture, highlighting the importance of their work to the community.  KYMA
  • Yuma City will unveil the newly improved Kennedy Memorial Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony on January 4, featuring upgrades, a BMX showcase, and appearances by city officials and a professional skateboarder.  KYMA
  • The Yuma Community Food Bank successfully meets increased demand during the holidays, ensuring rural Arizonan families have sufficient food, despite facing a 15% drop in summer donations.  AZ Family
  • The Friends of Cibola National Wildlife Refuge are organizing their second annual 5K walk on January 4 to encourage public enjoyment of nature and wildlife.  KYMA

CRIME NEWS

  • In Yuma, Arizona, Christiano Joseph Toilolo pled guilty to charges of child abuse and attempted aggravated assault under a plea deal, with formal sentencing scheduled for January 16.  KYMA
  • 19-year-old Angel Campa pleaded guilty to manslaughter for accidentally shooting his friend in Yuma, facing up to 10.5 years in prison.  KYMA

SPORTS NEWS

  • Yuma native Allie Shaw was selected as a cheerleader for the 2025 Pro Bowl in Orlando, Florida.  KYMA

EVENTS

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  • New Year's Eve Celebration with The Cassandra Long Band

    Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with live music, dancing, and a festive dinner at The Palms RV Resort in Yuma, AZ.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Steel Magnolias - A Theatrical Performance

    Steel Magnolias, a play centered on the lives of strong Southern women, will be performed at the Yuma Art Center.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • Relay For Life of Yuma Fun Run 5K Event

    This 5K Fun Run supports the American Cancer Society, with all proceeds directed towards childhood cancer research and related initiatives.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Steel Magnolias: A Touching Play

    Steel Magnolias is a beloved play about the bond between a group of Southern women, showcasing their strength and resilience through life's challenges.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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