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Good morning to you Yuma! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Police investigate deadly two-vehicle crash at South Frontage Road in Yuma.
- What's planned for Yuma's free Tacos and Tunes festival return?
- How Yuma firefighters honored 9/11's 25th anniversary together downtown.
Also on today's calendar: The Freedom Library Economics Scholarrship Class and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Warm; breezy in the morning, with a high of 105 and low of 82 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 101, low: 80.
- Wednesday: Warm; breezy in the morning, with a high of 101 and low of 78 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Man, 43, Killed in Yuma Two-Vehicle Crash on South Frontage Road (pacificattorneygroup.com) — A 43-year-old driver died after a pickup and Honda Accord collided Thursday evening at South Frontage Road and South Avenue 10E in Yuma. Police say speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors, and the Yuma Police Department is continuing to investigate the fatal crash. 
2. Tacos and Tunes returns to Yuma (yumasun.com) — A big free Tacos and Tunes festival is coming back to Desert Sun Stadium in Yuma on Saturday, Oct. 3, running from 3 to 11 p.m. Expect taco vendors, live bands, a car show, and a kids zone, plus security checks and a clear-bag policy to keep things safe and smooth for families.
3. YFD hosts two 9/11 events (kyma.com) — Yuma Fire Department brought residents and first responders together for a 9/11 stair-climb at the PNG building and a remembrance ceremony honoring fallen firefighters and victims. Organizers stressed the importance of keeping these traditions alive, especially since most current YFD members weren't yet in the fire service when the attacks occurred 25 years ago.
4. Cibola High School hosts West Wetlands Invitational (kyma.com) — Runners from Cibola High and other area schools packed Yuma's West Wetlands Park for a Saturday cross country invitational, where Brawley's boys and Cibola's girls took top honors. Local standout Giovanni Cabrera surged late to win boys varsity individually, while new Cibola coach Bernardo Montoya's influence is already showing on the Raiders' strong performances.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Yuma
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★ Featured events ★
- Yuma Satellite: Virtual Program: The History of Drag →
Yuma, 4th Ave & US 95 S, Yuma
5:00 pm
Tuesday September 15
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Other local events
- The Freedom Library Economics Scholarrship Class →
Yuma AZ
6:00 pm - Willcox Invitational →
Yuma AZ - PALS In-Person Class →
Onvida Health Education Center, 2463 S Avenue A, Yuma
8:00 am - Labor and Birth →
Onvida Health Administrative Center, 2400 S Avenue A, Yuma
4:30 pm - Journey to Recruiting Duty Workshop →
Sonoran Pueblo, Yuma - BLS In-Person Employee Class →
Onvida Health Education Center, 2463 S Avenue A, Yuma
8:00 am - Breastfeeding 101 →
Onvida Health Administrative Center, 2400 S Avenue A, Yuma
4:30 pm - BLS In-Person Community Class →
Onvida Health Education Center, 2463 S Avenue A, Yuma
7:00 am - Newborn Safety →
Onvida Health Administrative Center, 2400 S Avenue A, Yuma
3:30 pm
Tuesday September 15
Wednesday September 16
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
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🗓 Events Nearby
- San Luis at Somerton : Softball & Wrestling →
Somerton Middle School Somerton, AZ 85350
3:15 pm - Agua Fria Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Somerton →
Somerton High School, 1093 Jefferson St, Somerton
6:00 pm
Tuesday September 15
Thursday September 17
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Yesterday evening I was getting gas at Sam's.
I was only able to put in $6.23 and the guy getting gas behind me noticed and said he could put a few bucks more in my tank. I probably looked leery… (Nextdoor Yuma) - I have to admit… watching this little MAN-TIS in the backyard was pretty entertaining.
He wasn't just standing there. He was bobbing back and forth, dancing around like he was putting on a show. I swear I was watching a 7-inch… (Nextdoor Mesa Del Sol)
- Manna Development Group, LLC posted a job opening for Catering Lead in Yuma. Apply here.
- Powerlink Facilities Management Service posted a job opening for Cook in Yuma. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Yuma here.
Ok Yuma! 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: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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