Family

Men teaching in early childhood

BY MELISSA BEHUNIN

My friend recently came to visit and lend a hand with the birth of our new son. As we sat in the midst of diapers, toys and dirty clothes, we said our good-byes as my husband and daughter headed toward the door to go to preschool. My husband, with a guitar... Full story

Fuddle taking off

BY KARINA SCHROEDER, SUN STAFF WRITER

Since K.I.D.S. Cuddle Kit Closet released its self-published book "Fuddle Learns to Cuddle" on June 4, Fuddle has been spreading happiness to many Yuma- area homes. "It's been great, well received," said Kristan Sheppeard, K.I.D.S. co-director. "(We've... Full story

Checkmate! Foothills Library starting chess club

BY CHRIS McDANIEL, SUN STAFF WRITER

Chess enthusiasts looking for a place to test their skills against human opponents will be able to say checkmate Thursday.The Foothills library, 13228 E. South Frontage Road, will hold the inaugural meeting of its Chess Club at 3 p.m.The event is free,... Full story

Support for dads with family disability

BY STEPHANIE A. WILKEN, SUN STAFF WRITER

Fred Orcutt has the loving heart of a father.The Yuma man says he hopes to share that love for family with others through a support group for fathers and grandfathers who have a family member with a disability.Orcutt started the support group after his... Full story

A toast for dad

BY NANCY GILKEY, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

On Father’s Day, I’m sure I’ll be happily recalling other memories of my dad. If he were still alive, my sons and I would no doubt be spending the day with him. For those of you who will be honoring the fathers you love, here are some... Full story

Affordable, summer fun for families

BY CHRISTINA HAWKEY, GUEST COLUMNIST

Make no mistake - it’s rough out there! Gas prices are up, unemployment is up, job security is down, consumer spending is down - but family-fun (for pennies) is alive and well! Remember when you were a child? What did you do that made summer “summer”? Most... Full story

Baby steps

BY DARIN FENGER, SUN STAFF WRITER

Baby Isaac Carbajal may only be a few months old, but he's already fought for his life in a string of hospitals, survived heart surgery, inspired a benefit concert and charmed countless adults cheering the little guy on with their prayers. "He's a fighter,"... Full story

Technology to benefit visually and hearing impaired theatergoers

BY DARIN FENGER, SUN STAFF WRITER

Folks with trouble hearing or seeing may soon always feel like they've got a front-row seat at the Historic Yuma Theater.Arts leaders are launching a program that they hope will lead to new technology ranging from display monitors to special audio headsets."We... Full story

Boot Barn celebrates grand opening Saturday

BY STEPHANIE A. WILKEN, SUN STAFF WRITER

Cowboys, pull on your boots and dust off your hat: The Boot Barn will celebrate its official grand opening in Yuma Saturday.The store, located at 242 W. 32nd St., actually has been open since October, when Boot Barn Inc. purchased the former Western Warehouse... Full story

Skateboarders to sample demo equipment

BY DARIN FENGER, SUN STAFF WRITER

A party full of ramps and obstacles is planned for Saturday and all the skateboarders in Yuma County are invited to check it out, have fun - and give some feedback.For the second year, the Yuma Parks and Recreation Department has invited a manufacturer... Full story

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