🌱 Local Pet Adoptions + #OrbeezChallenge Arrests In Yuma

Up and at 'em, Yuma! Here's everything you need to know to get this Wednesday started. Here's everything you need to know today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Breezy in the morning; sunny. High: 84 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories today in Yuma:

1. Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Look no further than these Yuma animal shelters for a pet available for adoption. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. Many animal shelters in Yuma and environs are still working to fulfill adoptions. (Yuma Patch)
2. There is a dangerous social media trend called the #OrbeezChallenge that has swept through the nation, including Yuma. On Sunday, Mar. 20 at approximately 11:29 p.m., the Yuma Police Department received multiple calls in reference to subjects shooting unknown projectiles out of a dark blue Toyota Corolla. The callers were victims who had been struck by these projectiles. The vehicle was located by officers and stopped in the 1300 block of S. 4th Avenue. All four male subjects from the vehicle were arrested and booked on aggravated assault charges. (Yuma Police Department)
3. The City of Yuma invites you to celebrate Arbor Day by planting new trees at Smucker Park on Thursday, Mar. 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Arizona Public Service (APS) volunteers will be on-site to hand out free wildflower seed packets developed specifically for the Yuma community. These native, locally sourced seeds can be used to grow habitats for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which are essential to the health of Yuma's agriculture, natural resources, and quality of life. (City of Yuma)

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Today in Yuma:

• First Five Years - Arizona's Children Association (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Yuma Regional Medical Center invites you to a golf tournament on Apr. 22 as the Foundation of YRMC and sponsor McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. host golfers from the community. (Facebook)
• On Sunday, Mar. 20 at approximately 8:00 p.m., Yuma County Sheriff's Office Deputies were dispatched in reference to a physical altercation in the desert area near County 19th Street and Avenue D. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.