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

In today's newsletter:

  • Why the state cleared a fired Yuma cheer coach to teach again
  • San Luis High teacher's arrest raises serious concerns for Yuma‑area families
  • How looming Colorado River cuts could reshape Yuma's farming future

Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 107 and low of 86 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 104, low: 83.
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 103 and low of 83 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Yuma coach fired after protecting bullied student gets teaching credentials back (azfamily.com) — A former Somerton High School cheer coach fired by the Yuma Union High School District has regained her Arizona teaching credentials after state investigators found the district's allegations incomplete and inaccurate. She says she acted to protect a bullied male cheerleader and has since stayed active in Yuma's athletics community, now planning a return to the classroom with only a letter of censure and training requirement.
   

2. Court document details sexual contact between teacher and student (yumasun.com) — A San Luis High School teacher faces multiple sexual‑offense charges involving a 17‑year‑old student, following an investigation that began earlier this month. The teacher was booked into Yuma County Jail and later released on bond, with another court date set, so families in the Yuma area may want to follow how this case progresses.
   

3. Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers (bostonglobe.com) — Yuma's winter vegetable growers, who supply most of North America's leafy greens, are facing deep uncertainty as new Colorado River cutback plans roll out. Local farmers currently have high‑priority water rights, but they're hesitant to invest in new crops without long‑term clarity, raising questions about future jobs, planting decisions, and the region's role in the food supply.
   

4. Dolly in Yuma, Arizona and the Colorado River and the ESA debate (kawc.org) — Yuma Dolly Parton fans are remembering her life and a 1974 local concert while mourning her passing this week. The program also highlights Yuma water leaders' role in new Colorado River cutback talks and continues coverage of Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Accounts debate, tying big statewide issues back to local residents.
   

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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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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