Month: September 2025

Madeline Murray

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Dove hunting season officially started on September 1, and many passionate hunters wake up bright and early to head to the hunting sites.

Over the weekend, the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) issued a reminder to the public saying hunting is strictly prohibited in parks and preserves.

YCSO also says it’s unlawful to discharge a firearm within a quarter mile of occupied structures without the permission of the owner.

Shooting across roads or railways is illegal and trespassing is not tolerated. 

Lastly, remember to leave no trace as shotgun cases or wildlife remains left behind are prohibited and subject to penalties.

One family in particular gets up at two in the morning to head out before anyone else.

For the Kammann family, it is a longtime tradition that is passed through their families generations. Jeff Kammann has been following in his dad’s footsteps for about 50 years.

“I made my kids go through hunter safety. I’ve been through hunter safety, you know, know where your shooting and opening day of dove [hunting season], usually if there’s a lot of dove around, that means there’s a lot of hunters around,” Kammann shared.

The season ends at sunset on September 15. For more information on hunting laws and safety guidelines, click here.

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Skylar Heisey

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A local nonprofit dedicated to supporting foster and kinship families is inviting the community to come together for a unique and inspiring event next month.

Fostering Hope Yuma will host its annual “Step Into the Story” Conference on September 20, offering a full day of resources, speakers, and support for foster parents, kinship caregivers, and those considering opening their homes to children in need.

Scott Little, president of Fostering Hope Yuma, says the heart of the event is about recognizing the powerful role adults can play in a child’s life.

“Fostering Hope is an organization that supports foster care parents, kinship parents, and people who are investigating or looking into what fostering care might be about. Everybody has a story, and everybody has characters who come in and step out of their story,” Little explained.

Building Support for Families

The conference will feature keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and an exhibit hall designed to connect families with the tools and encouragement they need.

Among the speakers is a boy named Jacob, who grew up in the foster system and moved through 27 different homes before one person stepped in and changed his life.

Organizers hope stories like his will inspire attendees and remind them that it only takes one person’s willingness to “step into the story” to completely change a child’s future.

An Affordable Opportunity

The event runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at a cost of just $10 per person. That fee includes lunch, access to all sessions, and entry to the exhibit hall.

Little emphasized that the conference is not only for current foster or kinship parents, but also for anyone who wants to learn more about what the journey looks like and how they might be able to support children in care.

Kinship Caregivers Play a Key Role

Many children who are removed from their homes are cared for by grandparents, aunts, uncles, or other relatives.

Little says kinship families often face unique challenges but also bring a deep sense of stability for children who have already experienced trauma.

How to Register

Those interested in attending can register online at FHYuma.com.

“This conference is really about fostering hope in the city and county of Yuma,” Little said. “We want families to know they’re not alone and that there’s a community ready to support them.”

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Two Yuma leaders have been selected for a program where elected officials can gather.

Deputy Mayor Carol Smith and Councilmember Chris Morris will be participating in the Civic Craft Leadership Program.

The program gathers 50 leaders from Arizona to strategize, build, navigate and collaborate to help shape local communities.

“I’m honored to be accepted into this leadership program and proud to represent Yuma,” said Carol Smith. “This opportunity reflects my deep commitment to continued learning and growth, and I look forward to collaborating with fellow elected officials in Arizona to bring fresh ideas and lasting impact to our community.”

The year-long program was created by the League of Arizona Cities and Towns.

“I’m truly honored to be selected for the Arizona League of Cities and Towns’ Civic Leadership Program,” said Councilmember Chris Morris. “This is a wonderful chance for Yuma to have a stronger voice and presence on the statewide stage. I’m looking forward to bringing back new ideas that will help put Yuma on the map and ensure our community is well represented and thriving.”

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INDIO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – Two women from the U.S. were arrested in the Imperial Valley for smuggling over 170 pounds of meth.

Last week, El Centro Border Patrol agents stopped a black sports utility vehicle at the Highway 86 immigration checkpoint.

During primary inspection a K9 detected drugs inside the vehicle.

Officers found numerous packages wrapped in plastic hidden in the vehicle compartments.

All tested positive for meth. 

The women were arrested and the drugs were seized. 

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