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The latest on COVID-19 in Arizona.

Yuma Airshow Cancelled Due To COVID-19 Concerns

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Organizers for the Yuma Airshow, which was set for this weekend, announced the show has been cancelled “due to the COVID-19 concerns and safety of the public.”

There have been no reported positive cases in Yuma County as of midday Thursday. Nine cases have been reported in Arizona. On Wednesday, Governor Doug Ducey declared a state of emergency because of the virus.

Officials announced on Twitter that the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Yuma had made the decision to cancel both days to the general public and those who purchased tickets.

Full refunds will be issued from the ticketing website starting Monday to those who purchased upgraded seating and parking.

The Yuma Airshow Team said “we are saddened that we have to cancel our favorite event of the year, but want to reiterate that  safety is our number one priority.”

Victor is originally from West Sacramento, California and has lived in Arizona for more than five years. He began his print journalism career in 2004 following his graduation from Georgetown University in Washington D.C. Victor has been a reporter for the following daily newspapers: The Monterey County Herald, The Salinas Californian and the Reno Gazette-Journal, where he covered stories including agriculture, education and Latino community news. Victor has also served as a local editor for Patch, a national news organization with hyperlocal websites, in Carmichael, California in the Sacramento area. He also served as the editor for The New Vision, the newspaper for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson, which includes Yuma and La Paz counties. Victor lives in Somerton. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends and following most sports.
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