Yuma Edition

On this special Halloween episode, we broadcast live with park manager Ace Crye from the Yuma Territorial Prison, once voted America's Best Haunted Destination.

On this episode of Yuma Edition, FLORECER founder Audren Morris-Sandoval discusses educational justice and opportunities for students in Yuma and Imperial counties.Morris-Sandoval, founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization FLORECER, shares how the organization works to foster a college-going culture, develop civic leadership and expand economic opportunities in border communities. The conversation also explores FLORECER's civic engagement efforts, the importance of voter participation and how the organization encourages community involvement.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/1yxoDwCOm3o?si=drIQvFGG4X2ALq8u

On this episode of Yuma Edition, we sit down with John Hessinger of the Better Business Bureau to discuss how the organization helps protect consumers, prevent scams, and support local businesses.

On this episode of Yuma Edition, local Medicare expert Luz Rios discusses Medicare coverage, common misconceptions and how residents can avoid scams.Rios shares her journey to Yuma, how she became involved in helping people navigate Medicare and advice for those seeking reliable information about their coverage. She also discusses her involvement in Yuma County community organizations and recent events, including the Campesinos Sin Fronteras radio station gala, the Yuma NAACP gala and Día de los Muertos celebrations.Plus, we look at local headlines, including the cancellation of Somerton's passport fair, Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva's visit with local students, a domestic violence awareness walk at Arizona Western College and an upcoming networking event in San Luis.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/eJdO7BaGnug?si=XVDYg58vLcXgj_c3

Arizona Western College Professor Martha Martinez explains the meaning behind El Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead).

On today's show we celebrate 15 years of the San Luis Film Festival! We’ll hear from festival founder Antonio Carrillo and Caty Navarro, one of the organizers about how it all began. They talk about the hard work and dedication behind bringing the festival to life, and what audiences can expect from this year’s celebration of film.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/FM_TGqWiCso?si=4fegd5FhwMu1r5b6

Congressman Biggs is running against incumbent Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs. Kerr previously served in Arizona state Senate where her district included part of Yuma County

On this episode of Yuma Edition, we're coming to you live from Mr. B's Bicycles on 4th Avenue in Yuma! The shop has been a longtime partner of the Mayors' International Bike Ride.Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls will join us to share details about this year's bike ride, happening this Saturday! We'll talk about what riders can look forward to and how the community can take part in the event. We also chat with Donnie Bennett, owner of Mr. B’s Bicycles, about how he got involved with the event. Plus, he shares some helpful tips for cyclists planning to participate this Saturday!Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DkbNHAHo9/

John Hessinger from the BBB joins us! Now serving on the board of the Yuma Orchestra Association, he shares all the details about the upcoming community concert happening this Saturday.

On today's show we'll have two Arizona Western College Volleyball student-athletes. We'll talk about how they were recruited to Yuma from Cyprus and Hawaii, the team's undefeated season and looking ahead. That plus local headlines coming up on Yuma Edition.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/TG0AMv7c3O8?si=jMG0MPeMNUcKKCFH