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Elene MacAdam, one of the owners of Wheezy’s Sports Bar & Grill, talks about her family’s long history in Yuma’s restaurant scene, the vision behind Wheezy’s, and how they’re stepping up to help local families affected by the government shutdown.

KAWC spoke with U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva and U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego about the ongoing federal government shutdown and the delay on her swearing-in.

Tai Chi Master Instructor John Loera of Legacy Tai Chi talks about his journey from a 28-year career in management to teaching the art of Tai Chi here in Yuma. He shares what inspired him to take that leap, the philosophy behind his practice, and how his classes help people find balance and strength in everyday life.

Shadow Zimmerman, Professor of Theatre at AWC, talks about his journey into the world of theatre, his connection to Yuma, and the upcoming production of Eurydice — a powerful retelling of love and loss that’s perfectly timed for Halloween and Día de los Muertos.

Jordan and Emil from The Slobs On The Pod — two Yuma-based creators chasing their stand-up comedy dreams. We’ll dive into what it takes to make people laugh, how they’re building a local comedy scene, and where they hope to take it next.

Dr. Devon Madrid, chiropractor born and raised in Yuma, who is continuing his grandfather’s legacy of chiropractic care here in the community. Fresh off his grand opening weekend, we talk about what it means for him to return home, carry forward a family tradition, and build a space focused on personalized care and whole-body wellness.

Arizona Western College Sports Information Director Scott Gross, brings in two players from the AWC Men’s Soccer Team as they prepare for the Region 1 Semi-Finals tonight (10/28/2025) at home versus Yavapai. #10 Lucas di Almeida — midfielder from Brazil, recently named to the All-Region 1 First Team. Lucas has played in all 14 regular season games, scoring four goals and adding three assists. #30 Jacob Segul — defender from Tucson, who has appeared in seven games this season and scored three goals while holding down the back line. We’ll talk about the season, why they chose AWC, the culture shifts they’ve experienced, and what this playoff moment means to them and to Yuma.

First up, we sit down with Chris Morris — City of Yuma Councilmember, lifelong Yuma resident, and local business owner. We’ll talk about his roots in construction, his passion for protecting individual rights, and his vision for Yuma’s growth and future. Then, we welcome Steven Garnica, owner of Hidden Valley Strength & Conditioning. Steven shares his journey from hardworking beginnings to building a fitness community in Yuma, offering programs for kids, teens, and adults that go beyond workouts to create lasting change.

First up, we sit down with Steve Hennig — trumpet player, band leader of the Yuma Jazz Company, and underwriting representative with KAWC and KOFA Border Radio. We’ll talk about his story as both a musician and a voice for public radio, the Village Jazz Series, and the importance of underwriting in keeping community radio strong. Then, we welcome Lisa Brazeel, Community Liaison for Exceptional Community Hospital – Yuma. Lisa joins us to talk about the hospital’s mission of compassionate care, her role in outreach, and their first annual Trunk or Treat event happening October 29th — a free, family-friendly night of costumes, candy, and community fun.

In this week's Arizona Edition, local businesses see less snowbirds, an end-of-year interview with Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva and local schools' holiday traditions.