City awarded $1.4 million in federal housing grants

The City of Yuma has been awarded $1.4 million through the Lead Hazard Reduction (LHR) Grant and the Healthy Homes Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funding will expand the City’s Housing Rehabilitation Program.

03/23/2026 9:41 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, March 19

03/19/2026 11:44 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, March 12

03/12/2026 2:26 PM

Yuma City Council Submits Comments on Future Colorado River Operations

The Yuma City Council has submitted formal comments to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Post-2026 Operational Guidelines for the Colorado River system — a federal process that will help determine how the river is managed for decades to come.

03/12/2026 1:51 PM

City to reduce speed limit on 32nd Street beginning March 16

The City of Yuma will reduce the speed limit on 32nd Street between Avenue 2 1/2 E and Arizona Avenue from 45 mph to 35 mph beginning Monday, March 16.

03/10/2026 10:09 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, March 5

03/05/2026 1:30 PM

City to host Arbor Day celebration at Ponderosa Park

The City of Yuma Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to participate in its Arbor Day celebration on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Ponderosa Park (3086 W. 26th Street).

03/04/2026 2:41 PM

City of Yuma Road Report, February 26

02/26/2026 8:08 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, February 19

02/19/2026 1:49 PM

City of Yuma Road Report, February 12

02/12/2026 12:05 PM

Children’s Festival of the Arts returns April 18

The City of Yuma’s Arts and Culture Division invites the community to the 33rd annual Children’s Festival of the Arts on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in front of the Yuma Art Center (254 south Main Street). This free, family-friendly event is open to all ages.

02/12/2026 7:16 AM

City Hall Closed in Observance of Presidents' Day

In observance of President’s Day, Yuma City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, and will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, February 17.

02/09/2026 10:24 AM

BBQ and Brew Festival Returns February 28

The City of Yuma invites the community to Downtown Yuma for the annual BBQ and Brew Festival on Saturday, February 28, from 12 to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly event features food, live music, and friendly competition for a full day of fun.

02/06/2026 7:58 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, February 5

02/05/2026 12:33 PM

City of Yuma launches first-ever Youth Government Program

The City of Yuma is launching its first-ever Youth Government Program, a free, six-week summer initiative designed to introduce high school juniors and seniors to how local government works while building leadership skills and encouraging civic engagement.

02/03/2026 11:03 AM

City of Yuma Launches “Access for All” Campaign to Promote ADA Awareness and Inclusion

The City of Yuma is launching Access for All, a community-wide outreach campaign designed to educate residents, businesses, and visitors about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) while highlighting the City’s ongoing commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and equity.

02/03/2026 7:08 AM

Road Closures at 4th Avenue and 32nd Street Due to Sewer Repair

The City of Yuma has implemented traffic restrictions at and around the intersection of 4th Avenue and 32nd Street due to a sinkhole near the center of the intersection.

01/30/2026 10:47 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, January 29

01/29/2026 8:50 AM

Wild West Days Returns January 31, 2026 to Celebrate 150 Years of the Yuma Territorial Prison

The Yuma Territorial Prison is kicking off its 150th anniversary celebration by bringing the Old West back to life with the 2nd Annual Wild West Days, taking place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

01/26/2026 12:33 PM

City of Yuma Encourages Residents to Run for Office in 2026 Municipal Election

The City of Yuma is encouraging eligible residents to consider running for office in the upcoming 2026 municipal election and take an active role in shaping the future of the community through public service.

01/26/2026 10:34 AM