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What's Up Yuma? Radio - James and Stephanie, Somerton Parks and Rec.

By Victor Calderón,

Published May 13, 2026 at 12:49 PM MST

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James Jones, director, and Stephanie Pereda, special events coordinator for the City of Somerton Parks & Recreation Department

James Jones, director and Stephanie Pereda, special events coordinator from the Somerton Parks & Recreation Department joined us to talk about summer programs and events.

Most people in Yuma County know about how Somerton officials welcome you to "The Best Little City in Arizona for events" including annual favorites such as the Somerton Tamale Festival, the Corn Festival and Petpalooza.

The Somerton Parks and Rec team is getting ready for their 4th of July celebration with the band Los Ravines and more.

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Victor Calderón

Victor is originally from West Sacramento, California and has lived in Arizona since 2012. 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, Calif. 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 Yuma. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends and following most sports.

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