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Join KAWC for a sit-down interview with Jamie Sheldahl, former superintendent of District One, whose career spans four decades of Yuma education history. Also in this episode, a profile of Vista High School.

Chris Ramirez, owner of Watch Us Move moving company, has an incredible story of overcoming childhood illness, discovering martial arts and music, and building a business rooted in faith, discipline, and service. We’ll talk about his journey, how God humbled him, and what drives him today as a Yuma entrepreneur.

CJ Alberts, owner of Sunny’s bookstore in Downtown Yuma, an independent shop that celebrates queer and marginalized voices and has become a true community hub for readers and creatives. We got into how it all started, the inspiration behind Sunny’s, and what makes this local bookstore so special.

Sen. Ruben Gallego and Sen. Mark Kelly talk directly with House Speaker Mike Johnson on delay to swear in Adelita Grijalva, Kelly on the Affordable Care Act and a study on superintendents' salaries and benefits.

Wendy McKay — lifelong Yuman, musician, and community volunteer who serves on the board for Bridget’s Gift. We’ll talk about her deep roots in Yuma, her decades in agriculture, her life in music, and the impact of Bridget’s Gift — including their big event coming up October 25th with country artist Chris Young.

Justin about the 4th Ave Gym Athletic Fund talks about their mission to support Yuma’s high school athletes — including details on how you can get involved in their current truck raffle fundraiser.

Samantha from Yuma Nightmares Haunted House talks about this year’s event, what goes into creating Yuma’s scariest attraction, and how the community can take part as guests or scare-actors.

Jessica McCormic, Events Director at Champion Church and the heart behind the Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch — a fall favorite that brings families together every year. We’ll get to know Jessica, hear her story, and talk about what it takes to create meaningful community events that make Yuma feel like home.

Jennifer Kempton from Yuma Counseling Service talks about her path into mental health, the work she’s doing to help people heal from trauma and OCD, and what OCD Awareness Week means for those living with it every day.

Misty and Kase, the owners of High Tanks Brewing Company and Naked Dates Farm, tells us how it all started on their date farm, how their love for craft beer turned into one of Yuma’s favorite hangouts, and what’s ahead as they kick off a brand-new season at the farm on October 31.