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Imperial County demands equity and action on New River crisis
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (200+ words) EL CENTRO " In a strong message to the State Water Resources Control Board, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors is demanding critical changes to state grant programs, arguing that current funding models are failing to address the acute environmental and…...
LIFE OUT HERE: Javelina face-off
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (678+ words) So, it wasn't so much fun having wild animals in the neighborhood when a javelina was threatening to kill us. I've written previously in this space about how much I enjoy the wildlife in our part of Midtown Tucson. I…...
El Centro City Council to weigh utility rate hikes, $128K outreach plan for 2026 ballot measure
1+ week, 5+ day ago (338+ words) According to city reports, the outreach is intended to inform the public about a potential revenue measure on the November 2026 ballot. The contract, funded by Measure P funds, includes the creation of a standalone informational website and two professional animated…...
Yuma City Council submits comments on future Colorado River operations
2+ week, 1+ day ago (409+ words) The Colorado River flows past Laughlin, Nevada, left, and Bullhead City, Arizona, on May 12, 2023. Federal process will help determine how the river is managed for decades to come Yuma, Ariz. " The Yuma City Council has submitted formal comments to the…...
Yuma set to sizzle at annual BBQ and Brew Festival
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (229+ words) YUMA, Ariz. " The scent of smoked brisket and the sound of live country music will fill the streets of historic Downtown Yuma on Saturday, Feb. 28, as the city hosts its annual BBQ and Brew Festival. The free, family-friendly event runs…...
Military exclusion zone established along U.S.-Mexico border wall
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (248+ words) The implementation of the NDA marks an escalation in security measures for the El Centro Sector, which has seen fluctuating levels of migrant activity over the past year. EL CENTRO " Federal authorities have designated a stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border…...
Yuma’s desert sky to transform into colorful canvas at annual Kite Festival
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (262+ words) YUMA, Ariz. " The desert skyline is about to get a lot more colorful. The City of Yuma Parks and Recreation Department has announced the return of its annual Kite Festival, scheduled for Saturday, March 14. The free event will take place…...
Portions of Imperial Valley designated National Defense Area under Navy authority
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (496+ words) Yellow shading on the map shows the NDA 5, which requires special access. IMPERIAL COUNTY " Portions of the Imperial Valley near the southern border have been placed under expanded military authority following the designation of National Defense Area 5 (NDA 5), "Southern California-Imperial…...
Imperial Valley water security
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (426+ words) Imperial Valley possesses some of the most senior and secure Colorado River water rights in the western United States. Despite this, the region faces a growing policy and legal risk'not from scarcity, but from persistent underutilization of its allocated water....
Abatti pleads not guilty; defense issues statement
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (229+ words) Michael Abatti remains behind bars in Arizona following extradition from Imperial County. Several search warrants were executed at properties belonging to Mike Abatti. EL CENTRO " Michael Abatti, the suspect in the November 20 homicide of Kerri Ann Abatti in Pinetop, Arizona,…...