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Madeline Murray

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A tree lighting ceremony was held at the Yuma Palms Regional Center early Saturday afternoon.

The event had a trackless train, face painting, local high school band performances, music, and even Santa Claus himself made an appearance.

The tree lighting ceremony is sponsored by Arizona’s Children Association, Toys for Tots and Silver Spur Rodeo Inc. 

Dave Brudy, CEO of DRB Group LLC with the Yuma Palms Regional Center, shared about why this event is important for the community.

“We support the community, and the community is what keeps retail alive and vibrant, so we feel it’s a way to give back and at the same time, the community gets to enjoy something free of charge for everybody,” Brudy explained.

The ceremony lasted until about 6:30 p.m, and organizers say the annual Winter Festival is a great way to give back to the community.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A local organization is having a sale to support locals.

The Humane of Society of Yuma Thrift Store will have their sale on Thursday, November 6, from 6-8 p.m.

Proceeds from the thrift store goes towards low-cost spay and neuter operations.

Normal hours are Mon-Sun from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You can find the thrift store on the big curve at 136 W. 32nd St.

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CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA) – An event will be held for the holidays in Calexico.

The City of Calexico is planning their Christmas tree lighting for Thursday, November 20, 2025.

The event will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Calexico City Hall (608 Heber Avenue).

Entertainment such as pictures with Santa, the Grinch, and Mickey Mouse will be available.

Families can also expect raffles, food vendors, live music and more.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive is returning to Yuma.

The blood drive will be held at the Yuma Palms on December 27-29.

The mobile blood drive will be near 5 Below at 1375 S. Yuma Palms Parkway.

Donors will receive a coupon for a free medium pizza from Pizza Hut, as well as a one-day entry to the Arizona Renaissance Festival.

You can make an appointment at the Vitalant website here.

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BRAWLEY, Calif. (KYMA) – The annual Brawley event returns in November, kicking off with a horse ride.

The Cattle Call begins on Thursday, November 6 at 4 p.m.

The rodeo is open to people of all ages, as cowboys and cowgirls saddle up for local entertainment.

A horse ride kicks off at the Brawley Police Station with the following:

BP Chief Remenar

Chief Duran

Sheriff Idanco

Mayor Rebollar

City Manager Terrazas-Baxter

You can buy tickets to the Brawley Cattle Call here.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A man attempted to set himself on fire after trying to flee from law enforcement, according to the Arizona Department of Safety (AZ DPS).

On Tuesday, November 4, at about 10:13 p.m., a DPS trooper attempted to stop a speeding vehicle near milepost 12 in Yuma.

The driver fled the trooper and a grappler was used to stop the vehicle.

Once stopped, the driver stepped out and attempted to set himself on fire, but it was put out by a passing truck driver, according to DPS.

The driver was then flown to a Phoenix hospital. When he’s released from the hospital, he’ll be charged with unlawful flight from law enforcement.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A community Town Hall discussion will be held on the rise of local utility costs.

Arizona Public Service (APS) rates may be rising, so the community is planning to discuss with the Residential Utility Consumer Office on Wednesday, November 12.

The Town Hall will be at the Yuma Main Library (2951 S. 21st Dr.) on November 12, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

“Recent rate case proposals in Arizona have included factors such as high inflation and interest rates, infrastructure improvements and growth in energy usage,” said Cynthia Zwick, Director of the Residential Utility Consumer Office. “Ultimately, the elected members of the Arizona Corporation Commission will need to decide how much of what APS is proposing to recover from customers is ‘just and reasonable.'”

You can RSVP here.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A restaurant is thanking veterans and active U.S. military by offering a free meal.

Texas Roadhouse will be giving out meal vouchers on November 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those who served or are serving in the U.S. military.

Proof of service is required.

Meal vouchers can be redeemed until May 31, 2026.

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Madeline Murray

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA) – Gadsden Elementary School District Board member candidates are reacting to the early election results.

It’s been a tight election for all four candidates involved and their hope is holding strong.

We spoke to board president Luis Marquez and board member Liliana Arroyo Wednesday.

Both candidates say since the results are still early nothing is certain and the race is not officially over.

Arroyo says, “In elections, you can expect anything, especially when you’re advocating for the community, the results, nothing’s concrete, until we see everything come in.”

Marquez hopes things turn around.

“I still have confidence that the voter’s came out, and they think I still finish my term, then that’s gonna be it, but if not, it’s just the early dismissal,” says Marquez, Gadsden School Board President.

We spoke with locals about what they think about the election.

San Luis local, Bill Cordova says, “It was about time he gives up the opportunity to someone else, Mr. Concha. I don’t know him very much, but I hope with this new individual, he’ll bring a new opportunity to our students in San Luis.”

But one local, Maria Laguna, disagrees. She believes Marquez is doing a good job.

“I wish Luis could win for the experience he has, he’s been doing a good job here in Arizona, he’s always here to support people, he’s always there when people need something and if there’s an opportunity, he’s always willing to help,” says Laguna.

The final results for who won the election will be in on Friday.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department (YPD) is investigating a crash which left one person dead and three people injured.

According to a press release, the crash happened Saturday at around 8:30 a.m. in the area of W. 16th Street and S. 33rd Drive, near Ronald Reagan Elementary School.

YPD says a 71-year-old woman was driving a 2005 Honda Accord northbound on S. 33rd Drive, and was “making a left-hand turn onto W. 16th Street” when she crashed into a 2020 Jeep Compass.

YPD says the driver of the Honda, who was the “sole occupant of the vehicle,” was taken to Onvida Health with life-threatening injuries, where she later died.

The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two passengers, a 27-year-old woman and a three-year-old boy, of the Jeep were also taken to Onvida Health with minor injuries.

While alcohol did not appear 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 to remain anonymous.

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