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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The City of Yuma says their offices will close next Monday in observance of President’s Day.

According to a press release, trash collected on Monday will take place Tuesday, and trash collected on Tuesday will take place Wednesday.

However, the City says the recycling service will remain as scheduled.

While the offices will reopen Tuesday, the City says many of their services, like viewing official city documents, paying utility bills and registering for Parks and Recreation programs, are available online.

In addition, there is a 24/7 self-serving utility payment kiosk outside City Hall, and it accepts cash, credit or debit.

For resident who want to submit a non-emergency service request, like street repairs, graffiti, vandalism, streetlight outages and road sign issues, the City says they can visit Yuma Click and Fix on their website.

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A prescribed fire will be conducted in February, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The fire is planned for February 12, 2026 at the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge.

The Service says prescribed burns is the best method to prevent potential loss from wildfire.

Smoke may be visible to Yuma residents but the Service will be closely monitoring the burns.

More information can be found here.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Crane Elementary School District is hosting a registration series at nine of their schools to prepare for the 2026-27 school year.

According to a press release, the series, which begins Monday, February 23, 2026, offers a chance for kindergarten through eighth grade students and their families to participate in the following:

Visit the schools

Meet the teachers, principals and staff

Ask questions regarding curriculum, programs and transportation

Register in-person.

The school district says the series, taking place from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. will take place at nine schools on the following dates:

Monday, February 23, 2026: Pueblo Elementary

Tuesday, February 24, 2026: Salida del Sol Elementary

Wednesday, February 25, 2026: Mesquite Elementary

Thursday, February 26, 2026: Ronald Reagan Elementary

Monday, March 2, 2026: Gary A. Knox Elementary

Tuesday, March 3, 2026: H.L. Suverkrup Elementary

Wednesday, March 4, 2026: Valley Horizon Elementary

Tuesday, March 10, 2026: Centennial Middle School

Thursday, March 12, 2026: Crane Middle School

While anyone can attend the series, the district says they are encouraging families to register ahead of time. To register, click here.

To learn more about the series, read the press release below.

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Local students spoke at a meeting along with other Yuma cities.

Yuma Union High School District Career and Technical Education (CTE) students held presentations at city council meetings with the City of San Luis, City of Yuma and City of Somerton for CTE month.

The presentations had students share general information about CTE, while highlighting personal stories that expressed how CTE impacted their lives.

“Career and Technical Education plays a vital role in preparing students for a skilled workforce within our community,” YUHSD Director of CTE Nereida Lansman said. “Increasing public awareness of CTE helps community members better understand how these programs provide students with hands-on learning, industry certifications, and career-ready experiences that support local industries and contribute to long-term economic growth.”

It’s become tradition for students to make presentations at City Council meetings at the City of San Luis, but this is the first year for the City of Somerton and City of Yuma to participate.

“Thanks to CTE, my perspective on my future has completely changed, it has provided me with opportunities that I believe would not have been possible without it,” Yuma High School CTE Ambassador Ayana Logan said at the Yuma City Council work-session. “CTE has truly impacted my life, and I am excited to continue being a leader next year and represent it proudly and confidently.”

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Madeline Murray

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo hosted the annual Horseman’s Banquet Saturday night.

The banquet, which took place at the Yuma Clubhouse at 6:00 p.m., is put on every year to thank the Silver Spur Rodeo Committee sponsors for their support.

The rodeo says with the continued support, they are keeping western heritage alive and growing in Yuma.

“We couldn’t do this without out sponsors…this rodeo. It takes so much to put one on. It takes so much money to put one on if you can imagine that, so our sponsors are a big part of that,” said Lefty Lafesty, the rodeo chairman.

The Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo is taking place Friday, February 13, and runs through Sunday, February 15.

There will also be the Rodeo Parade which will take place Saturday, February 14. To learn more about the parade, click here.

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Paul Vozzella

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals across Yuma County are sharing their reaction to Super Bowl LX Sunday.

The Seattle Seahawks is taking on the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Both teams previously played against each other during Super Bowl XLIX over a decade ago at the now State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, with the Patriots winning the Super Bowl.

Before the opening kickoff, a fan of the Patriots and a fan of the Seahawks shared what they had to say about the game.

“I like our chances amongst all these crazy Seahawks fans. You know, this is clearly Seahawk nation here in Arizona. We all we got, we all we need,” said Galen Campbell, a Patriots fan.

“I am liking our chances today. The Patriots have been to the Super Bowl enough. They don’t need another chance to win,” said Dawn Crawford, a Seahawks fans.

After the Seahawks defeated the Patriots 29-13, a couple Seahawks fans shared their excitement over their team’s win.

“Well, we’re very excited about this big win, but we looked forward to it all year,” said Tim McQuade, a Seahawks fan. “They kept getting better and better. The defense is strong. Everything’s good.”

“Great defense, great offense…what more can I say? My Hawks rock,” said Julie, another Seahawks fan.

Super Bowl LX aired on NBC, channel 11, and Peacock at 4:30 p.m. Mountain Time, and Bad Bunny served as the halftime show performer.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals got the chance to eat and listen to some rootin’ tootin’ music Saturday.

Crossroads Mission hosted the 2026 Country Lovin’ Hoedown at the Pivot Point Conference Center at 1:00 p.m., where attendees enjoyed an afternoon of live music, food and dancing.

According to Cesar Acosta, the Treatment Director for Crossroads Mission, the event is to raise money for the Center of Hope, and he says they have raised $2.7 million so far.

Acosta also says they hope to raise $4 million so they can break ground on the center, which he hopes would happen this year.

He shares the benefit of having the center saying, “Wherever you drive, especially off the freeways, I’ve been noticing recently that, even at the turn signals, there’s people there. They need a place to stay…One of the goals is for them, if we have this facility, they can come in and they can stay with us and we could start providing services to get them back into housing.”

During the annual event, there was also a raffle and a live auction, with a variety of items, like two 4K 65-inch TVs, a PlayStation 5 and a kayak, being given away.

The event lasted until 6:00 p.m.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department (YPD) is investigating a crash which left five people injured Saturday night.

According to YPD, the crash happened at the intersection of 24th Street and Pacific Avenue at around 7:45 p.m.

YPD says a 20-year-old man was riding a Suzuki motorcycle southbound on Pacific Avenue when he crashed into a Ford Flex, driven by a 23-year-old woman, which was “making a left-hand turn onto 24th Street” after driving northbound on Pacific Avenue.

As a result, YPD says the motorcyclist was taken to Onvida Health, but was flown to a Phoenix area hospital in serious condition, while the driver of the Ford, along with three adult passengers, were taken to Onvida Health with minor injuries.

While YPD says the speed of the Suzuki appears to be a factor in the crash, the investigation is ongoing.

If anyone has information regarding the case, call YPD at (928) 783-4421, or 78-CRIME at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department is investigating a crash which left one person dead Saturday afternoon.

According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of S. Araby Road, near the roundabout, at around 2:15 p.m.

YPD says a 65-year-old man was riding a red Honda VTR1000 northbound on Araby Road when he crashed into the center median for unknown reasons.

As a result, YPD says the motorcyclist was taken to Onvida Health, but was later flown to a Phoenix area hospital where he later died.

While neither speed nor alcohol appear to be factors in the crash, the investigation is ongoing.

If anyone has information regarding the case, call YPD at (928) 783-4421, or 78-CRIME at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.

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Dillon Fuhrman

SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals across Yuma County brought their pets to Council Avenue Park Saturday morning.

The City of Somerton hosted Petpalooza 2026, which took place at 9:00 a.m., where pet owners got the chance to get a pet license during the event.

Not only that, attendees also got their pets vaccinated, met with the City’s Animal Control team and their community partners, and enjoyed food and beverages.

Stephanie Pereda, the Special Events Coordinator for the City of Somerton’s Parks and Recreation Department, shared how pet owners benefit from an event like Petpalooza.

“We’re taking care of our best friends, our animals, our pets…They also need to be treated, and what a magnificent idea to have everything in one place so they can take their vaccines and also they can be licensed,” Pereda said.

There were also fun activities and contests for pets and their owners to participate in during the annual event.

The event lasted until 1:00 p.m.

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