Arizona Gov. Hobbs helps break ground for AWC program in Wellton, talks State of the State in Yuma

The future workforce in Yuma County has resources in Wellton thanks to the 5,600-square-foot multi-purpose training facility that Arizona Western College and project officials broke the ground last weekend. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and AWC president Daniel Coli met with staff in eastern Yuma County for the future 48 Workforce Processors. They say the building […]
Yuma County’s Tour de Fields returns this Weekend in Wellton

WELLTON, Arizona (Kessey, Kima) – The 6th Annual Tour DE Field will be held on Saturday, offering cyclists a unique opportunity to support local charities while exploring the vibrant agricultural landscape of Uma Valley. Masu. Hosted by the Yuma Regional Bicycle Union, the event features four carefully selected routes for cyclists of all ages, abilities […]
Who’s leading in city council races in Yuma, San Luis, Somerton and Wellton?

Tuesday was primary election day in Yuma County and in Arizona. Turnout was disappointingly low, with only about 17% of eligible voters countywide. Of course, the results are not final. If a candidate receives 50 percent plus one vote, he or she automatically wins a seat. No candidate has yet won that seat. All results […]
Wellton man accused of theft and damage to be released

WELTON, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A Welton man charged with theft and criminal damage in the Barry M. Goldwater Range appeared in court Friday and is expected to be released without charges. The Yuma County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) arrested a man Tuesday following a theft and crime victimization incident in the Barry M. Goldwater Range. […]
Wellton man arrested for theft and damage on Barry M. Goldwater Range

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) arrested a man Tuesday in connection with a theft and criminal damage incident in the Barry M. Goldwater Range. YCSO was contacted about the incident by the U.S. Marine Corps Bureau of Criminal Investigation on February 21, according to a press release. During the […]
Wellton man formally charged for drug possession

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A Welton man has been formally charged with four felonies related to drug possession. Eric Clapp, 39, was charged Wednesday morning with possession of dangerous drugs for sale, along with three other felonies. The Yuma County Drug Task Force said they found hundreds of pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine […]
Wellton Manufacturing Training Center enrollment numbers rise

WELTON, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Enrollment at the Welton Manufacturing Training Center has nearly doubled over the past year, according to Arizona Western College (AWC). According to AWC, the campus offers the following programs: electricity Sun optical fiber Generator maintenance and repair hydraulic/pneumatic CNC machining PLC programming materials science construction More than 400 students are […]
Come and cycle with Tour de Fields in Wellton

Pick up your bike and cycle the streets of Welton with family and friends. YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma Area Bicycle Coalition's annual Tour de Fields bike ride will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 in Welton. Connecting cyclists of all ages, abilities and styles by choosing and navigating four routes […]