Yuma Edition

Alexandra Rangel, Victor Calderón, Carmen Márquez, Sisko J. Stargazer
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Local news. Local voices. Local conversations.Yuma Edition is KOFA's weekday public affairs program, bringing you the stories, issues, and conversations shaping Yuma and La Paz counties.Each 30-minute episode features local news, thoughtful commentary, interviews, and discussions with the people making a difference in our communities.Whether you're interested in local government, education, business, arts, culture, or the issues affecting our region, Yuma Edition is your place to stay informed and connected.

  1. 8h ago

    Yuma Edition: Crystal Bedoya on living with and advocating for MS

    On today’s episode of Yuma Edition, we cover the latest local headlines and sit down with special guest Crystal Bedoya, a Yuma native living with multiple sclerosis. Crystal shares her personal journey with MS and discusses her advocacy work, raising awareness and supporting others in the MS community.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/EOcmgUrfLOw?si=mPTXi4v9Jod37Ilb

  2. 1d ago

    Yuma Edition: Ben Smithwick shares vision for local business community

    On this episode of Yuma Edition, we meet Ben Smithwick, the new executive director of the Yuma County Chamber of Commerce. Smithwick discusses his transition to Yuma, his background in journalism and nonprofit leadership, and his plans to support and strengthen the region’s business community.Smithwick also shares how he learned about the opportunity to lead the chamber and discusses the organization’s role in supporting local businesses throughout Yuma County. We also take a look at the latest local headlines from across the region.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/rtFXkbpAZ04?si=7z8_KqTIMAgXf393

  3. 2d ago

    Married couple celebrates 45 years working at Onvida Health

    On today's Yuma Edition, our guests are Frieda Madrigal and Marty Schotten. They are two of four Onvida employees who were just recognized for 45 years of service.

  4. 5d ago

    Yuma Edition: Arizona House Majority Leader Michael Carbone

    Arizona House Majority Leader Michael Carbone joins Yuma Edition to discuss his work at the state Capitol and his run for re-election in Legislative District 25.Carbone talks about his role as majority leader, working with lawmakers across the aisle and his relationship with Gov. Katie Hobbs. He also discusses issues affecting Yuma and La Paz counties, including Colorado River water policy, school choice, parental rights and legislation he has worked on during his time in office.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/g5ciKzOxUog?si=1ZPjOd5pyPfa3r5E

  5. 6d ago

    Yuma Edition: Rocio and Heriberto Padilla

    Rocio and Heriberto Padilla join Yuma Edition to discuss Yuma’s housing market and some of the challenges facing homebuyers today.We also hear from a listener who recalls seeing country music legend Dolly Parton perform in Yuma in the late 1960s and take a look at the latest local headlines from across the region.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/MmmYmEsQikc?si=bMl6J0J4xIIOwt3r

  6. Aug 26

    Yuma Edition: 13 On Your Side's Andrea Turisk

    13 On Your Side anchor and producer Andrea Turisk joins Yuma Edition to discuss her path into journalism and her move from Phoenix to Yuma.Turisk shares what sparked her interest in journalism, her experience building a career in local news and some of her favorite stories she has covered along the way. We also take a look at the latest local headlines from across the region.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/5hZU2oyc_u4?si=O5-bma5n2sudGiSE

  7. Aug 25

    Yuma Edition: John Hessinger from Better Business Bureau

    In this episode of Yuma Edition, we sit down with John Hessinger, community development director for the Better Business Bureau, to discuss the latest scams affecting the Yuma community and steps residents can take to protect themselves from fraud. Hessinger also shares the latest resources BBB is bringing to Yuma, including a new podcast and production studio designed for local businesses and community organizations to create content, educate customers and connect with the community.Prefer to watch the conversation? View the full livestream on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/KwVl4SzsQF4?si=SdMZ4kp5rG-hBnZB

  8. Aug 24

    Yuma Edition- Victoria Lopez, executive director, ACLU of Arizona

    Lopez was in San Luis recently where she spoke at a know your rights meeting with local residents. She began practicing removal defense at Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project.

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Local news. Local voices. Local conversations.Yuma Edition is KOFA's weekday public affairs program, bringing you the stories, issues, and conversations shaping Yuma and La Paz counties.Each 30-minute episode features local news, thoughtful commentary, interviews, and discussions with the people making a difference in our communities.Whether you're interested in local government, education, business, arts, culture, or the issues affecting our region, Yuma Edition is your place to stay informed and connected.

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  • Creator
    Alexandra Rangel, Victor Calderón, Carmen Márquez, Sisko J. Stargazer
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Yuma Edition