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KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 26

Yuma childcare, water and housing at AWC's annual legislative town hall

In this week’s Arizona Edition, state lawmakers discuss childcare, water, housing and priorities for the next legislative session at AWC’s annual town hall.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 25

AgTech challenges AZ St. Land Dept. over canceled agricultural leases

AgTech challenging ASLD's cancellation of 5 agricultural leases on state trust land in Yuma Co., arguing department failed to follow a required notice and cure process.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 24

San Luis soccer player Leah Correa in Youth Athlete of the Year competition

Online voting in 2026 Youth Athlete of the Year competition ends at 8 p.m. tonight.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 24

Mayes,Petersen clash over Trump,ICE in Arizona attorney general debate

Attorney general candidates Kris Mayes and Warren Petersen clashed over lawsuits against the Trump administration, data centers and other issues during Wednesday debate.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 24

Arizona treasurer candidates split over DEI, state investment strategy

At Wednesday debate, Arizona treasurer candidates Republican Elijah Norton and Democrat Nick Mansour clashed over DEI policies, investment risk,management of state funds.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 23

AWC receives $5 million SBA grant to support Southwest Arizona manufacturers

AWC will use the funding to expand training and advising for small manufacturers, from automation and equipment access to government contracting.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 23

Biggs lists tax cuts, ESA support among priorities if elected governor

Andy Biggs outlined his agenda for governor, including tax cuts, ESA expansion and energy policy Tuesday, while facing questions about his record on Iran and tariffs.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 22

Yuma Edition: Meet AWC’s new theatre professor, Giovanni Delgado Ferreira

On this episode of Yuma Edition, we’re joined by Giovanni Delgado Ferreira, the new Theatre Professor and Director at Arizona Western College. We’ll learn about his journey into theatre and what brought him to Yuma.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 22

AZ Republicans: Bill would restore Yuma Desalting Plant, expand Colorado River water supplies

Republicans in Arizona Legislature welcome federal legislation introduced by Congressman Andy Biggs they say would speed up new water projects.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 21

Yuma Edition: Emma Torres highlights Campesinos Sin Fronteras’ work in Yuma

On today’s episode of Yuma Edition, Emma Torres from Campesinos Sin Fronteras joins us to discuss the organization’s work in the Yuma community and the resources and support available to local residents.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 21

AgTech ordered to vacate Yuma County state land by Dec.11

Arizona officials are terminating AgTech LLC’s state land leases in Yuma County, citing lease violations and operations outside the company’s permitted agricultural scope. AgTech disputes the decision, plans to appeal and warns of potential effects on jobs, biosolids management…

KAWC Colorado River Public Media Published September 21

Public comment closes today on Ironwood transmission line as Quechan Tribe seeks alternate route

The Fort Yuma Quechan Tribe says the project’s preferred route would cross ancestral lands, including the culturally significant Cargo Muchacho Mountains.