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We’re kicking off today’s show with Justin Patane, the man behind Desert Elite Basketball, Friday Night Munchies and The Lab. From bake sales and Michelada Festivals to building a gym for local kids, Justin’s mission is clear and it’s to keep kids active and off the streets through basketball. Then, we’re joined by Gladys Anya and Laura Knaresboro from the AWC Foundation. We’ll talk about breaking economic barriers to higher education and the upcoming Schoolhouse Soiree, a night celebrating Yuma’s past, present and future in education.

From serving over 21 years in the Marine Corps to mentoring Yuma’s youth through the Travis Manion Foundation, Dale Dumo joins us to talk about building character, leadership and resilience in our next generation. Then, we sit down with Randy Nelson, the former head of the AWC Small Business Development Center, who’s helped countless Yuma entrepreneurs launch their dreams, including me. We’ll talk about business, community and life after retirement.

Lynn Daily and her niece Teresa Kerley share their powerful, real-life connection to organ donation — one from the perspective of a donor family, the other as a transplant recipient. Together, they talk about the donor network, the impact of saying “yes,” and how their lives have been shaped by the gift of life. Later, Bryan Nance joins us to share his journey of overcoming personal challenges and why he’s dedicated to helping others rebuild their health and lives.

In latest episode of Arizona Edition, hear about economic development in San Luis and Somerton. Also, Onvida Health celebrates milestone for its medical residency program and more local schools open.

On this week's show, Adelita Grijalva wins the Democratic primary for Congress in district that includes Yuma County and the latest in education in Yuma and La Paz counties.

Some students in Yuma County went back to school this past week. We'll take you to Reagan Elementary and Gila Ridge High School. Also, a look at Somerton's newest budget and UFC Hall of Famer Kelvin Gastelum hosts the Yuma Fight League.

Hernandez is one of 11 candidates and one of five Democrats running in district that stretches from Tucson west to south Yuma County.

Classes for some schools in Yuma and La Paz counties begin this week. Hear the latest on school funding. Also, the Regional Center for Border Health will continue services at a time of uncertainty.

Hear from the Yuma Sector Border Patrol Chief and Arizona Western College students.