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Danyelle Burke North

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals participated in the NAACP Yuma Branch’s MLK Celebration Walk Monday.

The event took place at Yuma City Hall, located at One City Plaza, at 11:00 a.m., and it is to honor King’s life and legacy.

The NAACP Yuma branch asked those who attend the event to wear comfortable shoes, and bring their family and friends.

From Yuma City Hall to the MLK Youth Center, many walked the streets to remember and honor the late activist.

The event was followed by a special ceremony with keynote speakers, singing, and food.

Several locals said it’s great to see everyone come together.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The NAACP Yuma County Branch #1016 is holding the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Walk Monday.

The event is taking place at Yuma City Hall, located at One City Plaza, at 11:00 a.m., and it is to honor King’s life and legacy.

The NAACP Yuma branch is asking those who attend the event to wear comfortable shoes, and bring their family and friends.

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Dillon Fuhrman

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – Imperial County held a public workshop last week to provide an overview of potential data centers in the region.

According to a press release, the workshop took place Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The workshop was to offer residents to learn about the purpose, benefits and impacts of data centers, as well as offer residents to share their questions and concerns, the County says.

During the workshop, several county officials held the following presentations:

Bari Bean, County Assistant CEO, provided “an overview addressing many of the topics of concerns residents had shared with the County over the past few weeks including why data center developers may be interested in locating in Imperial County, technologies that allow for development in hot climates, alternative water sources and technologies, as well as potential economic benefits for residents and the region.”

Jim Minnick, County Planning and Permitting Director, detailed “the permitting process, building permit requirements, and potential environmental and technical studies for data center projects.”

Belen Leon Lopez, County Air Pollution Control Officer, discussed “air monitoring and regulatory frameworks, generator usage including emissions regulations and enforcement, as well as health risk assessments.”

The County says the presenters addressed the following topics to understand data center development:

Why data centers are interested in locating in Imperial County.

Connections between data centers and geothermal energy or other sustainable power sources in Imperial County.

Water use considerations and the advantages of developer-funded tertiary water systems.

Traffic impacts during construction verse long-term, and strategies to minimize disruption in local communities.

Imperial County Air Pollution and Control District’s regulations, enforcement and oversight over development, including the use of backup generators and ambient air conditions.

To watch the workshop, click here. To learn more about the workshop, read the press release below.

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Carolina Garcia

HOLTVILLE, Calif. (KYMA) – Holtville, California was the epicenter of a magnitude 4.1 earthquake.

The earthquake was felt throughout all cities in the Imperial County as well as in Mexicali. It happened early Thursday morning close to 2 a.m. California time.

No injuries were reported, nor was there any damage to structures. 

“It was the basically the leading event of the swarm. We had a precursor 2.0, and then we had a follow up earthquake and a 3.5. We do live in an area that is highly seismic in nature,” said Cedrid Ceceña​​​​​​​, Imperial County Fire Deputy Chief of Operations. 

The Imperial County area is surrounded by at least five major faults, including the San Andreas, Imperial, and Brawley faults.

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Dillon Fuhrman

WELLTON, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals and winter visitors attended the 17th Annual Tractor Rodeo in Wellton this weekend.

The event, which kicked off Friday, took place in the area of E. County 12th Street, near the Coyote Wash Golf Course, at 9:00 a.m.

During the event, attendees got to see the tractor pull and a variety of new and vintage tractors and engines on display.

Bill Lanier Jr., President of the Southwest Forgotten Iron Edge&TA Branch 206, shared where the proceeds are going towards.

“All of the proceeds that we get from this event goes back into the communities of Wellton and Roll and the Mohawk Valley area, and that’s how it’s been since the inception of the event,” Lanier Jr. said.

Lanier also said Antelope Union High School’s FFA and Auto Skills Classes will receive a majority of the proceeds as well.

There was also a variety of food and drink vendors, a swap meet, a 50/50 raffle drawing and live entertainment.

The event wrapped up Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

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Paul Vozzella

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals across Yuma County were revving their engines and raising money in the Foothills Saturday.

The annual Crusin’ Yuma Charity Car Show took place at Fortuna De Oro RV Resort at 10:00 a.m. in an effort to raise money for local Veterans and youth.

This year, the show was under new management, but the goal remains the same with even more charities involved.

“They always they gave scholarships to like Annapolis and then they also supported the with the donation to the Young Marines and the Sea Cadet program here in Yuma. We’re going to continue that, but our major beneficiaries will be the Wounded Warriors Project and Tunnels to Towers,” said Ed Ernest, President of the Yuma Car Club.

“It’s nice to support the charities as well as other small businesses in this town, and it’s great to have as many people come out and support it as possible,” said Jordan Anthony, owner of the Motor Pool.

The car show, which lasted until 3:00 p.m., was free to attend and had 147 entries to go towards the donations.

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Madeline Murray

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma community gathered for a peaceful protest against ICE agents Saturday morning.

Community members marched from Eighth Street all the way to 16th Street, with one of the protesters, Roxanne Barley, sharing why they’re taking a stand.

“We’re standing in unity, we’re standing in solidarity to show that we are against the tactics and dehumanization of ICE agents,” Barley explained.

The protest lasted until noon.

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – An internal candidate is being interviewed for a local school superintendent position.

The Crane School’s Governing Board voted to interview Chief of Finance and Operations Dale Ponder.

As a public entity, Crane Schools is writing a public notice for the interview, which is scheduled for January 27 then an executive session will follow.

“The Board considered a number of next steps for the selection of the next superintendent,” said Governing Board President Brenna Paulin. “In considering the positive state of our district and the quality of our internal candidate, we unanimously decided to move forward with an interview with Mr. Ponder.”

The new superintendent is taking the place of former Superintendent Laurie Doering, who recently announced her retirement.

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A local organization is hosting a dinner gala in Yuma.

Rotary Club of Yuma Crossing invites locals to the Around the World Gala.

It’ll be held at the Paradise Casino Event Center on February 7, 2026.

The annual dinner will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Tickets are $150 per person.

You can register here.

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Karina Bazarte

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, the Imperial Valley Social Justice Committee will host its annual MLK Freedom Walk on Monday, January 19, 2026, beginning at 11 a.m. in front of the MLK Pavilion.

The event will start with a freedom walk from the Pavilion to the Imperial County Courthouse.

Organizers say community participation is essential to keeping Dr. King’s legacy alive, especially in these times.

“Come with whatever sign you want to carry, whatever message you want to give, because during this time, we all have different things we are fighting for. Come with whatever represents you or organization and a message you want to send out to the people,” said Efefa Erukanure, with the Imperial Valley Social Justice Committee.

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