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Lauren Duffel

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Gas prices are on the rise as the war with Iran continues, and locals across Yuma County are sharing their reaction.

According to GasBuddy, the average gas price in Arizona has risen 53.3 cents per gallon in the last week.

Two Yuma locals, Mark Williams and Reba Maxwell, talked about how they feel about the rise in gas prices.

“Well, I’m not happy about it. I wish it would go back down to what it was maybe a couple of months ago,” Williams expressed.

“I mean…what got to buy gas, so what can I do?” Maxwell said.

Drivers all across America have felt the price at the pump increase as the national average for gas prices has also risen by 51.1 cents across the country following the strikes in Iran.

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Madeline Murray

WINTERHAVEN, Calif. (KYMA) – A family in Winterhaven lost everything in a house fire that happened over the weekend.

The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) says they were sent to assist the Imperial County Fire Department with a house fire Sunday.

YFD says there wasn’t any injuries reported and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Cuauhtemoc Sanchez, the father of the family, described what his family is going through saying, “Sad because we lost everything. We don’t have no where to stay…clothes.”

The family will be accepting donations. The following items can be dropped off at 1567 E. 23rd Street in Yuma:

Men’s clothing/shoe sizes:

Jeans, size 38

Shirts, size 2X

Shoes, size 13

Women’s clothing/shoe sizes:

Jeans, size 12

Shirts, size XL

Shoes, size 6

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Madeline Murray

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals and winter visitors attended the fourth and final day of the 33rd Annual Midnight at the Oasis Sunday.

The final day consisted of a brunch for sponsors and an award ceremony, where each sponsor got to choose a car of their choice to give an award to.

During the brunch, they also held a raffle for the 1975 Plymouth Duster, where they named Mark Sanders as the winner.

KYMA spoke to Nate Schug, also known as Captain Midnight, about how he feels about passing the responsibility over to next year’s captain.

“It’s been fun. It’s been a great event had a lot of help, couldn’t do it without all the help, but yeah, it’s nice to pass this on to somebody else and let them have some fun, and be chairman of this event,” Schug expressed.

They also revealed the car being raffled off for next year’s Midnight at the Oasis: A 1974 Chevy Corvette.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) says one person has been injured after being hit by a vehicle early Monday morning.

According to a press release, it happened in the area of S. Avenue B and W. County 16 3/8 Street, near W. County 16 1/2 Street, before 2:30 a.m.

YCSO says a man wearing dark clothing was walking northbound on the roadway when he was hit by a vehicle driving southbound on Avenue B.

The driver of the vehicle, according to YCSO, contacted law enforcement regarding the crash, with Rural Metro arriving on scene and taking the victim to Onvida Health due to serious injuries.

While neither speed nor alcohol appeared to be factors in the crash, YCSO says the investigation remains ongoing.

If anyone has information regarding the case, call YCSO at (928) 783-4427, call 78-CRIME to remain anonymous, or visit YCSO’s website to submit an anonymous tip.

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Dillon Fuhrman

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is investigating a crash which left one person dead.

According to a press release, the crash happened before 12:30 a.m. Monday in the area of Interstate 8 (I-8), west of Westside Road.

CHP says a 68-year-old woman was driving a 1997 Toyota Tacoma eastbound on I-8 at an unknown speed when the Toyota rolled over and “impacted the dirt shoulder.”

As a result, CHP says the driver, who has yet to be identified, died at the scene.

While the driver was wearing her seatbelt at the time of the crash, CHP says the airbags were not deployed.

The crash is under investigation.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals and winter visitors attended the third day of 33rd Annual Midnight at the Oasis Saturday.

The annual event took place at 9 a.m. at Desert Sun Stadium, and featured a variety of cars, food and drink vendors and more.

Nate Schug, also known as Captain Midnight, says approximately 960 cars were showcased during the four-day event.

“A lot of local cars. I’m going to say probably 40. I’m not sure exactly, but I would say probably least half are from out of town. California, Nevada, New Mexico. We get cars like even Canadians who bring cars down for the winter when they’re involved,” Schug shared.

Saturday’s event, which concludes at 11:30 p.m., featured live performances from bands like Midnight Cowgirls, Dirty Yachtin’ Scoundrels and Lee Rocker.

The fourth and final day of the event will take place at the stadium from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The winner of the 1975 Plymouth Duster will be announced during that time.

Proceeds raised during the weekend support scholarships, community donations and other local initiatives.

For a list of events, click here.

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Manoah Tuiasosopo

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – A man convicted in the murder of an Imperial County resident has been sentenced to life in prison.

45-year-old Pedro Rosales Gonzales was sentenced for the killing of Frank Jose Contreras.

Police say Contreras was found dead inside his Imperial home in September of 2021 after suffering from a gunshot wound. He was 55-years-old.

The Imperial Police Department used cellphone data and surveillance video to identify possible suspects. They say Gonzales later made statements implicating himself in the killing.

Following a trial earlier this year, Gonzales was sentenced to life in prison.

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Joaquin Hight

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A Yuma man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a fatal stabbing last year.

33-year-old Mauricio Robles pled guilty last month to second-degree murder and burglary.

In April of 2025, Robles was arrested after officers arrived at a scene where a man had been found stabbed to death.

Authorities say Robles ran to a nearby apartment, barricading himself and claiming he was armed. He later tried to escape through the back, but was caught and taken into custody.

Robles began his sentence Friday.

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Skylar Heisey

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – One of Yuma’s most well-known community events is back this weekend as Midnight at the Oasis returns for three days of classic cars, music and family activities.

The event runs Friday through Sunday and is expected to bring hundreds of car enthusiasts and families to the area.

Gates open Friday at noon and remain open until 11 p.m. On Saturday, the event begins at 8 a.m. and runs until midnight. Sunday’s final day begins at 8 a.m. and wraps up around 1 p.m.

Organizers say guests can purchase separate tickets for daytime activities or evening concerts, but they recommend buying the $35 weekend passport, which provides access to all events throughout the weekend.

The event is organized by Caballeros de Yuma, a nonprofit group made up of local business owners and community leaders.

Proceeds raised during the weekend support scholarships, community donations and other local initiatives.

One of the biggest draws is the car show itself. Organizers say nearly 1,000 classic cars will be displayed, all on grass at Desert Sun Stadium, which they say makes the event unique compared with many other car shows.

The festival also features live concerts, food vendors and family-friendly entertainment.

Many of the vendors and volunteers helping run the event are also nonprofit organizations, meaning the event supports multiple community groups at once.

Organizers say that community connection is what makes the weekend special.

“It’s a great community event,” said Derek Egeberg, Vice President of Caballeros de Yuma. “You get to meet the people who own the cars, talk with them and build relationships. It’s amazing to see kids come up and ask owners about their cars…they light up sharing those stories.”

For longtime Yuma residents, the event has become a tradition that brings generations together.

Organizers say they are grateful for the support of local sponsors and community partners, including the City of Yuma, which helps prepare the event space each year.

More information about tickets and the full schedule can be found on the event’s website.

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Paul Vozzella

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Onvida Health Foundation celebrated 50 years of giving back to the community with its “Night of Gratitude” event, honoring the donors, supporters, and community members who have helped sustain its mission in Yuma.

“This event is really about one thing. To say thank you to our donors and supporters…We have some donor testimonials that will be coming and talking to everyone here. Just talking about why they support the institution and some of the programs that we’re supporting currently,” said Russell Williams, executive director of the foundation.

During the event, speakers also acknowledged the role of families and caregivers who support patients throughout their medical journeys.

“We thank God for opening our eyes to patients, but also families walking these journeys beside them. It is truly our honor,” said the Liggett family, both a patient family of Onvida and current donors to its foundation.

Foundation leaders said the organization is also looking ahead to future initiatives aimed at strengthening health care access and workforce development in the region.

One of the most anticipated developments is a new medical education program being launched through a partnership with the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix.

“The announcement of the new med school…I think that’s the most exciting for us. For me, being from Yuma, that’s a game-changer,” Williams said. “Somebody can be born here, get their education, and now can become a doctor right here in Yuma without having to leave.”

Board members said scholarships supported by the foundation are another way the organization is investing in the future of local health care.

“We invest in people [with scholarships] who may be already working for Onvida Health, or who are in our high schools, or our college or universities, who are working on skills who intend to stay in the Yuma area and help our population,” said Dr. Linda Elliott-Nelson, a foundation board member.

In addition to workforce development, foundation leaders said they are focused on expanding access to advanced medical technology that can improve patient care and recovery experiences.

“The new and upcoming technology,” said Shelley Mellon, chair of the board of trustees. “Whether it’s the Da Vinci robots that we have at our hospital and other top technology that makes the recovery easier for our patients, and that experience even better.”

As the foundation reflects on five decades of community support, leaders said they remain committed to continuing their work to improve health care in Yuma and support patients and medical professionals for generations to come.

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