Yuma News
Indian Male with an apparent gunshot wound at the Maverick Bar
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 05 December 2016 05 December 2016
Yuma, Arizona - Today, at 4:10 p.m. officers from the Yuma Police Department responded to the Maverick Bar, 1640 S. 4th Ave, for an Indian Male with an apparent gunshot wound to the abdomen. Patrol officers secured the area and were able to track shoe impressions of a subject southbound through the alleyway and then turning westbound through private yards. While searching the area officers found a magazine from a handgun, a handgun and clothing, all believed to be used by the shooter.
Anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Aduyladej's Birthday
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Published: 05 December 2016 05 December 2016
Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer heartfelt warm wishes to the people of Thailand on the anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Aduyladej’s birthday, this December 5. We note with sadness the passing of King Bhumibol, who would have been 89 years old on this day. We remember His Majesty for the great vision and dedication with which he led Thailand, and for the enduring friendship he nurtured with the United States.
Yuma Police Officer Involved Shooting
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 05 December 2016 05 December 2016
Yuma, Arizona - On Saturday, at approximately 1:58 a.m., two Yuma Police Department officers responded to a noise disturbance call at a residence located in the 400 block of South Madison Avenue. The officers knocked on the front door and announced their presence attempting to make contact with the occupant. After numerous attempts at the front door to make contact with the occupant, one officer walked around the residence still attempting to make contact with the occupant, while the other officer spoke with a witness. As the officer who went around the residence came back to the front of the building, the occupant exited the residence with a shotgun and went through the motions used to chamber a round.
The Silent Sister by Diane Chamberlain
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 03 December 2016 03 December 2016
Wellton, Arizona - Share your love of books and reading! On Friday, December 16th, the Wellton Library Book Club will discuss The Silent Sister by Diane Chamberlain at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend.
Celebrate poetry at the Foothills Library
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 03 December 2016 03 December 2016
Yuma, Arizona - Celebrate poetry at the Foothills Library! On Friday, December 16th, share your favorite poems with the “Share the Journey” Poetry Circle. The group meets at 1:00 p.m.
Military Transition and Civilian Business Ownership
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 03 December 2016 03 December 2016
Yuma, Arizona - On Monday, December 12th, Lead Economic Development Specialist Jim Pipper from the U.S. Small Business Administration will present “Military Transition and Civilian Business Ownership” at 5:30 p.m. at the Main Library. Topics include the challenges of transitioning to civilian life and a new career path, opportunities for veterans, and resources available for those interested in starting a business.
Unidentified male exposed himself to a female Yuma High School student from a vehicle
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- Written by YPD YPD
- Published: 02 December 2016 02 December 2016
Yuma, Arizona - On December 2nd, 2016 at approximately 7:25 a.m. a female Yuma High School student was stopped for traffic at 6th Avenue and 6th Street. While stopped, an unidentified male exposed himself to the student from a vehicle. The student immediately went to school and reported the incident.