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Yuma sector U.S. Border Protection K9 finds fentanyl in skin cream container at checkpoint

By SW Arizona News | May 2, 2024

A recent seizure of fentanyl concealed in a skin cream container was foiled by K9 Denis, a German Shepherd, as disclosed by Chief Patrol Agent Sean L. McGoffin on social media. The canine detected the presence of the potent opioid during a vehicle inspection at a Yuma checkpoint.

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7 coaches at institution in Yuma County earned $39,994 on average in 2022

By SW Arizona News | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at Arizona Western College, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Yuma County, was $39,994, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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AASA: How many Somerton Elementary District students passed their Math tests during 2022-23 school year?

By SW Arizona News | May 2, 2024

There were 1,910 Somerton Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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AASA: How many Wellton Elementary District students passed their Math tests during 2022-23 school year?

By SW Arizona News | May 1, 2024

There were 102 Wellton Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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YuCount Newsletter MAY 2024 Highlights Employee Achievements and Recognitions

By SW Arizona News | May 1, 2024

Yuma County recently celebrated its employees' achievements and contributions at various events, as highlighted in the YuCount Newsletter for May 2024.County Administrator Ian McGaughey expressed his gratitude towards the employees who participated in the employee appreciation events, stating, "Awesome people, excellent food and drinks, great music – good times for sure." He also acknowledged the winners of different categories, including employees reaching service milestones and recipients of special awards like the Chairman's Cup.Regarding the retirement of Deputy...

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County Health District Offers 111 Swim Scholarships in Drowning Prevention Push

By SW Arizona News | May 1, 2024

Yuma County, Arizona–In an effort to keep Yuma County youth safe around water, Yuma County Public Health Services District (Health District) will be providing 111 free swim scholarships to Yuma County residents ranging from six months to five years of age."Drowning is the number one leading cause of death for one to four years old nationwide, and unfortunately Yuma County is no different. We know swim lessons help reduce the risk of drowning, and we are confident Yuma County families will take advantage of this great opportunity," stated Ryan Butcher, program coordinator...

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Did Salome Consolidated Elementary District students pass or fail their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year?

By SW Arizona News | Apr 30, 2024

There were 78 Salome Consolidated Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Crane Elementary District students and their AASA Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 30, 2024

There were 3,966 Crane Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Quartzsite Elementary District: 23% of students passed their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 29, 2024

There were 82 Quartzsite Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Mohawk Valley Elementary District students and their AASA Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 29, 2024

There were 102 Mohawk Valley Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Gadsden Elementary District students and their AASA Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 28, 2024

There were 3,399 Gadsden Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Did Parker Unified School District students pass or fail their AASA/ACT Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year?

By SW Arizona News | Apr 28, 2024

There were 806 Parker Unified School District students who took the AASA/ACT Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Yuma Union High School District: 27% of students passed their ACT Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 27, 2024

There were 2,278 Yuma Union High School District students who took the ACT Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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AASA: How many Hyder Elementary District students passed their Math tests during 2022-23 school year?

By SW Arizona News | Apr 27, 2024

There were 58 Hyder Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Somerton Elementary District: 30% of students passed their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 26, 2024

There were 1,881 Somerton Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northwestern City of San Luis: Precinct 29

By SW Arizona News | Apr 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SW Arizona News analysis of Arizona voter history data shows 3,460 voters in Northwestern City of San Luis: Precinct 29 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Financial Services Department of Yuma County Honored for 22nd Consecutive Year

By SW Arizona News | Apr 26, 2024

The Financial Services Department of Yuma County, Arizona, has once again been recognized for its exceptional financial reporting. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) recently awarded the department the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 22nd consecutive year.In a statement, the GFOA highlighted the importance of the award, stating that the Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting. The award signifies a...

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Who voted in Central NW City of Yuma: Precinct 8 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By SW Arizona News | Apr 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SW Arizona News analysis of Arizona voter history data shows 951 voters in Central NW City of Yuma: Precinct 8 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Did Gadsden Elementary District students pass or fail their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year?

By SW Arizona News | Apr 25, 2024

There were 3,373 Gadsden Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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How did Central NW City of Yuma: Precinct 15 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By SW Arizona News | Apr 24, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SW Arizona News analysis of Arizona voter history data shows 1,028 voters in Central NW City of Yuma: Precinct 15 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.