Yuma Edition - Araceli and Jhanitzel of Rural Arizona Action
In this episode of Yuma Edition, we cover Arizona's Tuesday primary election and are joined by Araceli Aquino-Valdez and Jhanitzel Bogarin-Acevedo of Rural Arizona Action. They discuss the organization's efforts to educate voters about the election process, increase civic engagement and host community events that help residents prepare to vote.
Alexandra Rangel is the Content Director for KAWC and KOFA. She joined KAWC in October 2025 as a civic engagement reporter. Although she has since moved into a leadership role, she continues to enjoy reporting and staying connected with the community.
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.