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Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Roller Skate Night brought families together for a fun evening at Kennedy Park.

The event, which started at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, offered a chance for kids and adults alike to enjoy skating in the fresh air.

Jaime Hernandez, a Senior Civil Engineer for Parks and Recreation, says it’s a great way to keep kids engaged.

“It’s fun for the kids. They really enjoy it, you know, it’s just something to do…but Yuma, you know, there’s not a lot to do here,” Hernandez expressed.

With events like Roller Skate Night, Yuma Parks and Rec hopes to provide more opportunities for families to come out and have fun together.

The event lasted until 7:30 p.m.

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Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Silver Spur Rodeo Board held its annual meeting Saturday night and took the opportunity to give back to the local community.

As part of the evening’s program, the board presented a donation through its “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” initiative, which supports breast cancer awareness and helps fund Bridget’s Gift, a local cancer support center.

The dinner and donation presentations were held at the Rodeo Clubhouse in Yuma.

“We all get together, have an amazing dinner, and present our donations and special recognitions every year,” said Tina McCash, Life Member Chairwoman of the board. “This is a big event for us—besides our horseman’s banquet—and it’s really special to have all our members involved, from our 10-month-old members all the way up to those of us who’ve been here for 30 years.”

Wendy McKay with Bridget’s Gift thanked the board and community for their continued support.

“All of your hard work is going right back to the community,” McKay said. “One hundred percent of what we raise stays here in Yuma. Your support helps our local warriors who are battling this horrible disease, and we are so grateful. Thank you so much.”

Organizers say it’s the community’s ongoing support that makes events and donations like this possible.

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Manoah Tuiasosopo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A local county supervisor is Yuma hosted his monthly Q&A meeting at the Foothills Library Saturday.

Yuma County District 3 Supervisor Darren Simmons gave the people of the Fortuna Foothills a chance to voice their concerns.

Many of them discussed the issues of traffic and congestion saying the roundabouts on Araby Road are confusing to navigate and pose a potential danger.

Supervisor Simmons also discussed the latest on the county spending budget and ongoing animal control problems.

Overall, Simmons says the meeting was successful.

“It went good. It’s just people asking questions that concern them. It gives them chance to ask me direct instead of trying to call me or do an email. Sometimes they questions or concerns that I can address for them with the different county agencies,” Simmons expressed.

Simmons aims to host these meet and greets every third Saturday of the month. He will be hosting his next meeting on June 21 at the Foothills Library in Yuma.

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Dillon Fuhrman

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – The City of El Centro says they are postponing the Ice Cream Social and Rain on Main event Saturday.

This is due to the “forecasted high winds with gusts expected to reach up to 47 mph beginning around 6 p.m. and continuing through the evening,” according to the City.

The City says they made the decision based out of “an abundance of caution and based on recommendations” from their staff, which includes the El Centro Fire Department and the Imperial County Public Health Department.

According to the City, high winds presents the following safety concerns:

Unsafe use of the fire truck ladder for the water feature

Risk of vendor canopies becoming unstable

Dust impacting food safety

Portable restrooms being blown over

The City says they will reschedule the event at a later date and time.

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Marcos Icahuate

SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A man was arrested with the help of a drone in San Luis after being linked to multiple burglaries reported in the city.

The arrest was carried out thanks to a citizen’s call early Wednesday morning, who reported a suspicious person loitering in the lower residential area.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers from the San Luis Police Department located the suspect, who attempted to flee on foot.

A search was immediately called, which included several ground units and the deployment of a police drone, which allowed them to locate and arrest the individual.

During the arrest, the man was found in possession of common tools used in burglaries. Detectives subsequently executed a search warrant at his home, where they found various items, primarily power tools. Some of these have already been identified as stolen property.

Authorities reported that the suspect faces 11 burglary-related charges, including seven felonies, and has been linked to several similar incidents that occurred recently in the city.

The case continues to be under investigation.

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Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – With summer temperatures heating up across the Desert Southwest, local animal experts are urging pet owners to take precautions to protect their pets from the dangers of extreme heat.

Annette Lagunas, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Yuma, says they see the impact firsthand.

“Unfortunately, we get several dogs that come into the shelter that are in distress because of the heat,” Lagunas said. “So anything that we can do to save a few pets is what we’re gonna do.”

Simple steps can go a long way: walking dogs early in the morning or late in the evening, ensuring they have plenty of fresh, cool water, and never leaving them inside a parked car. Lagunas emphasized that even a short walk on hot pavement can be dangerous.

“They are covered in fur. Their temperature is already much higher,” she said. “We typically see a pet around 101 to 102 degrees, that’s their normal temperature, so when it’s hot outside, they can go much higher than that, and it can be detrimental to their health.”

Lagunas and her team recommend always checking pavement temperatures before taking pets outside and creating a cool, shaded space for them to rest during the hottest parts of the day.

As summer continues to heat up, animal advocates hope awareness will help reduce preventable heat-related illnesses and save lives.

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Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A local internet provider is giving back to Yuma schools through a community-driven initiative.

ALLO Fiber presented a $5,000 check to the Yuma Union High School District as part of its “ALLO for Education” program, which allows customers to support local schools when signing up for internet service.

This year, seven schools across Yuma have received funding through the program, helping to ease the strain on resources and support teachers and students alike.

“Being able to give back to the education system. You know, you see the shortage on school supplies, underpaid teachers, administrators…just being able to put a little bit back into that goes a long way,” said Abel Garcia, Public Relations Coordinator for ALLO Fiber.

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Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma community gathered Wednesday night to honor the lives of law enforcement officers lost in the line of duty.

Hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police Yuma Lodge #24, the 48th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Service took place outside the Yuma Police Department (YPD).

The event, held every May 15, brings together families, law enforcement agencies, and community members to remember the 37 officers who have died while serving the citizens of Yuma County.

This year, extra care was taken to prepare the memorial space.

“The city just did a wonderful job cleaning this up, making sure that this event will look good for the level of importance that it is,” said Sgt. Morgan Patterson YPD.

Names on the memorial wall date back more than a century. The earliest recorded line-of-duty death was that of Yuma County Sheriff Cornelius Sage on May 3, 1865. As solemn music played and flags were raised, families of fallen officers stood together in remembrance.

“The plaques that are on this wall are not just there to represent the person,” Patterson said. “They represent the family members, the friends, the colleagues…the members of the community who are also suffering from this loss.”

Organizers say the goal of the annual service is to ensure that every name engraved on the wall is never forgotten.

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Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Arizona Western College honored more than 2,500 graduates Friday night during its 2025 Commencement Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

The celebration included students from across Yuma and La Paz counties, representing associate degree programs, occupational certificates, and dual credit high school graduates.

Graduates walked the stage with cheers from friends, family, and faculty. A moment years in the making for many.

“For people who are struggling with their degree, it’s so worth it in the end,” said AWC graduate Nathan Smith.

AWC partnered with Northern Arizona University–Yuma, Arizona State University Local, and University of Arizona–Yuma to host the celebration. Students of all ages and backgrounds participated, many earning multiple degrees and certifications.

“It’s a small college, but I’m used to that. I like a small community,” said graduate Gustavo de los Reyes. “It’s a packed stage, and it’s amazing to see my family here with me and my friends next to me. It’s just glory to God, honestly.”

This year’s Student Commencement Speaker was Alexia Gil, a Kofa High School graduate from Mexicali, Baja California.

AWC officials say graduation is just the beginning.

“Graduation is not the end; it’s the beginning,” said Ana English, Dean of Enrollment Services & Athletics. “On behalf of Student Services, we wish you all the best on your new journey.”

The ceremony streamed live on AWC’s Facebook page, YouTube channel, and local cable.

For more information about Arizona Western College programs and services, visit azwestern.edu.

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A man was arrested who was connected to a shooting in the area of Arizona Avenue, according to Yuma Police Department (YPD).

A 33-year-old man was arrested on May 14 and booked into Yuma County Detention Center on a bond of more than $1 million.

He will be in court on Friday, May 16, facing four felonies, including attempted first degree murder.

At about 1:50 a.m. on May 9, officers were called about a man with a gunshot wound in the area of Arizona Avenue near W. 32nd Street.

YPD says officers found a 32-year-old man suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. He was first taken to Onvida Health then later flown to a Phoenix hospital.

The investigation is ongoing.

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