🌱 Yuma Sector K-9 Uncovers Migrant Group + Roundtable On CO River

Morning, Yuma! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 91 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories in Yuma today:

1. The U.S. Border Patrol Yuma Sector successfully uncovered a group of migrants in the desert south of Yuma. K-9 Bena and her handler, BORSTAR Agent J. Moreno, discovered the group by sniffing them out. Migrants will sometimes use sand-colored sheets to camouflage themselves amidst the sand dunes, which is why the department uses K-9 units. After locating the group, agent Moreno arrested the group and transported them to Yuma Station for processing. (KYMA)
2. Local leaders held a roundtable in Yuma yesterday, Apr. 28, to discuss the Colorado River's needs and shortages. State Rep. Brian Fernandez and Yuma County Supervisor Martín Porchas highlighted bills moving through Congress to address drought and water shortages. For the first time, Arizona is taking a mandatory cut in Colorado River supply, as the river's output dwindles and severe drought persists throughout the region. (Fronteras)
3. Next week is First Friday in Historic Downtown Yuma! On May 6, participating businesses, located on Main Street, Madison Avenue, and Maiden Lane will have extended hours or offer specials and discounts throughout the day to encourage shoppers to #ShopLocal. If you're planning a night out next Friday, be sure to pass through Downtown and support the local business community! (City of Yuma Instagram)

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Today in Yuma:

• Career and Trades Experience at Yuma County Fairgrounds (9:00 AM)
• Piano Men: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John at Yuma Art Center (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• As of yesterday, the Yuma Police Department has yet to identify a reported shoplifter who took items from the Target at 1450 Yuma Palms Pkwy, on Feb. 25, 2022. If you have any information on the identity of the person pictured on YPD's Facebook post, please call the department at (928) 373-4700. (Facebook)
• The Humane Society of Yuma's Rescue Team was able to send a whopping 69 animals to rescue partners yesterday, getting them out of foster care or shelters and to their new homes! However, the Humane Society is still full and encourages the community to consider adopting or fostering one of the available animals. (Facebook)
• Don't miss out on an evening of fine art and community gathering at the North End Artists' Co-Operative Spring Showcase, happening tomorrow (Apr. 30) from 5 to 9 p.m. at the United Building in Historic Downtown Yuma. The Co-Op consists of local Yuma Artists working in diverse mediums that offer a varied collection of artwork. (City of Yuma)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— 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.