Yuma Residents Voice Concerns About Violations of Conservation Easements and Infrastructure Problems

Coconino County Meeting Addresses Conservation Concerns A recent series of planning and zoning sessions in Coconino County, culminating in a hearing on August 27, 2025, stirred significant concerns regarding conservation easements and their effects on local property owners. The meeting highlighted the critical need to follow conservation guidelines, which impose restrictions on various activities in […]
Strong storms cause property damage and power outages west of Yuma.

Yuma, Arizona – Just west of Yuma, in Holtville, California, many homes suffered damage on Monday, with uprooted trees and downed electric poles causing significant issues. Gerald Ramirez faced a tough situation when his car and home were crushed by falling trees. By Thursday morning, local tree-cutting businesses had generously stepped in to help clear […]
Wheat fields in Yuma support worldwide pasta manufacturing

Yuma’s Wheat Harvest Yuma, Arizona, is known as the country’s winter salad bowl, but once the season for leafy greens wraps up, farmers shift gears toward rotating crops, with durum wheat being a popular choice. Currently, wheat harvesting is in full swing across the area, where much of this golden grain is destined for Italy […]
Teen charged with hitting and killing brother in Yuma road rage event

Yuma, Arizona – Teen Arrested for Murder A teenager in Yuma has been charged with murder following an incident on Saturday night in which he allegedly attacked his younger brother. The events unfolded in a Starbucks parking lot near 4th Avenue and Arizona Avenue around 8 PM. According to police, 19-year-old Juan Figueroa and his […]
Author from Yuma, AZ Releases Life Story

A recent book titled “Stand Your Ground,” authored by Barry D. Todd, has been published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. In this heartfelt narrative, Todd recounts transformative experiences concerning the U.S. criminal justice system, which turned a case of self-defense into a daunting legal scenario. What started as an ordinary evening outside an Arizona restaurant […]
Holtville Vikings advance to 2-1 with a 38-30 win against Yuma Catholic

Yuma Catholic Football’s Challenging Start at 5A Level Yuma, Arizona – In 2005, Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on the Gulf Coast, resulting in $125 billion in damages and claiming over 1,800 lives. That same year, “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” topped the box office charts, and I uploaded my first YouTube video. Back […]
Cleanup is ongoing in Yuma following flooding from Tropical Storm Lorena.

Yuma, Arizona Cleanup Continues After Heavy Rains Cleanup efforts are still in progress in Yuma following significant flooding that occurred Thursday night due to heavy rainfall. While Phoenix faced a lighter impact from the storm, Yuma experienced severe conditions, resulting in considerable damage and strong winds. Numerous trees were uprooted, and wind gusts reached up […]
Yuma County authorities looking into a murder case

The sheriff’s office hasn’t detailed the specific cause of death, but they indicated that the victim was “seriously injured.” In Yuma County, Arizona, the local sheriff’s department is looking into a murder case. Authorities found an unresponsive man identified as S. The investigation commenced after lawmakers were alerted to a residence on Almond Avenue. When […]
Yuma County to Refund Unlawful Property Tax Following Legal Challenge

Yuma County Taxpayer Win: Over $4 Million Refund The Yuma County government in Arizona has agreed to return more than $4 million that was collected unlawfully from property owners over a three-year period. This decision came about after a legal battle led by the Goldwater Institute, which contested the illegal tax system in court. This […]
Storms bring down power lines in Yuma area, rapid floods trap people

Yuma, Arizona Experiences Severe Thunderstorm A strong thunderstorm swept through Yuma County on Monday, causing significant disruptions like downed power lines, flooded streets, and school closures. According to Arizona Public Services, eight power poles were knocked down in Yuma, leaving around 5,000 customers without electricity during the storm. Crews continued their efforts to restore power […]