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River and Lake Safety

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Written by Fire House Facts Fire House Facts

Published: 06 July 2017 06 July 2017

Yuma, Arizona - With the summer heat in full swing, water recreation is a common cure for the heat. Yuma has some great water recreation and we would like to take this time to pass along some water safety reminders:

Border Patrol Teen Boot Camp at the Yuma County Libraries

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Written by Border Scope Border Scope

Published: 06 July 2017 06 July 2017

Yuma, Arizona - Teens can get fit at the library! Border Patrol officers will lead teens ages 13-17 through Border Patrol Teen Boot Camp at Yuma County Libraries July 19th-26th. Participate in stretches, mild exercises, and learn the importance of healthy eating and staying hydrated.

Social Security Matters

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Written by John Grimaldi John Grimaldi

Published: 28 June 2017 28 June 2017

Ask Rusty - Divorced Multiple Times

Dear Rusty:  Reading your current letter regarding Social Security benefits for ex-spouses, I pose this question:  Would an individual who has had multiple marriages be entitled to distributions of Social Security for each of his or her marriages?  Signed:  Thrice Divorced

2017 AWC SkillsUSA Student Chapter Returns from National Competition

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Written by YNN YNN

Published: 28 June 2017 28 June 2017

Yuma, Arizona - The Arizona Western College SkillsUSA Student Chapter just returned from the 53rd annual National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), a showcase of career and technical education students, in Louisville, KY from June 19-23, 2017. The students represented Arizona and AWC at the post-secondary level and competed nationally in their respective contest areas all week long.

What You Need to Know About the All American Solar Eclipse

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Written by YNN YNN

Published: 28 June 2017 28 June 2017

Yuma, Arizona - Get ready for what may be the most photographed event in history! On Thursday, July 13th, the Foothills Astronomy Group will discuss “What You Need to Know About the All American Solar Eclipse” at 6:00 p.m. at the Foothills Library. Learn how to observe the partial eclipse here in Arizona safely, and see a demonstration of how the Foothills Astronomy Group plan to use their telescopes to view the event.

Build a Survival Kit

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Written by YNN YNN

Published: 28 June 2017 28 June 2017

Somerton, Arizona - Being prepared for an emergency isn't just about staying safe during a disaster. It's about how to stay comfortable, clean, fed, and healthy. On Wednesday, July 12th, families are invited to the Somerton Library at 1:00 p.m. for the Build a Kit game! Work together to decide what supplies your family would need during an emergency.