Border Patrol canine sniffs out fentanyl hidden in burritos

Yuma, Arizona - A Yuma Sector Border Patrol canine sniffed out several packages of fentanyl pills that were hidden inside burritos Monday at the Highway 78 immigration checkpoint.

Border Patrol Belgian Malinois Pup Reared in Yuma Retires

Yuma, Arizona - A Belgian Malinois that was part of the El Paso Canine Center’s puppy program and raised in Yuma Sector has retired after more than seven years of Border Patrol service.

Yuma Neighborhood Leadership Academy to resume, seeks applicants

Yuma, Arizona - Resuming the once-weekly, in-depth course on the City’s various functions, departments, services and facilities, the Neighborhood Leadership Academy (NLA) seeks applicants for a limited number of openings.

Jobs for Matadors to be powered by Handshake

Yuma, Arizona - Starting April 1, Arizona Western College’s Career Services department is launching a new and improved Jobs for Matadors program, powered by Handshake. The online career networking site will provide AWC students and graduates with access to a built-in network of employers, expanding job opportunities and regional, national, and global professional learning experiences.

Mayor Nicholls rescinds face covering directive in public spaces

Yuma, Arizona - Thursday Mayor Nicholls rescinded Amendment No. 3 to the City’s Proclamation of Emergency regarding the wearing of face coverings in public spaces. This action results from Governor Ducey’s Executive Order 2021-06 issued.