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🌱 Why Somerton may be Arizona’s most underrated town for retirees

Somerton, Arizona Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello again Somerton! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Somerton may be Arizona’s most underrated town for retirees

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunshine and very warm, with a high of 106 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 106, low: 73.
  • Friday: Sunny and remaining very warm, with a high of 104 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 11 Cities In Arizona Where You Can Stretch A $1,800 Social Security Check (everafterinthewoods.com) — Somerton is highlighted as one of Arizona’s most affordable places for retirees, offering very low rents and easy access to Yuma’s larger services. The article explains how fixed-income residents can stretch an $1,800 Social Security check here thanks to cheap housing, locally grown produce, and a tight-knit small-town atmosphere. It also compares Somerton with other budget-friendly Arizona cities for seniors considering a move.
   

📸 Around Somerton

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Jack In The Box posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Somerton. Apply here.
  • Arizona Staffing posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Somerton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Somerton here.

🗞 Nearby News

San Luis

  • Familias de San Luis, Arizona resienten el impacto de los recortes a los programas de asistencia alimentaria (kyma.com)
  • 4 Arizona employers announce mass layoffs in May (azcentral.com)
  • Four Yuma County seniors shine in 6A All-Star Game victory (kyma.com)

Yuma

  • Cooling Technology Tested in Yuma Fields Could Help Farmers Beat Extreme Heat (kyma.com)
  • Yuma ag leader Vicki Scott passes away (kawc.org)

Ok Somerton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Somerton

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Somerton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.