Yuma, Arizona, has narrowed its nationwide search for a new Fire Chief to four candidates. Among them is Imperial County Fire Chief David Lantzer, according to a city announcement made on Tuesday.

Imperial County’s own farmer, Ben Abatti, has secured a top YF&R Achievement Award for Farming Excellence. The recognition underscores the importance of agriculture in the region and highlights how local growers continue to make strides in this vital industry.

In a historic move for local healthcare, the Imperial Valley Healthcare District (IVHD) announced the largest nurse residency cohort ever seen in Imperial County. This initiative unites newly graduated nurses from Pioneers Memorial Hospital (PMH) and El Centro Regional Medical Center (ECRMC), reflecting a transformative step toward collaborative healthcare in the region.