In this episode of Yuma Stories, Melissa Short sits down with Brad Millner to explore a story rooted in Yuma, entrepreneurship, innovation, and a willingness to keep evolving.Brad shares how growing up in rural Yuma County and working in agriculture shaped his work ethic, how an early career in sales eventually led him into the flooring industry, and how he built a business and team that have grown alongside the community.The conversation also takes a look at what’s next. Brad shares how he’s embracing artificial intelligence to streamline operations, develop new tools, and rethink the way businesses work—while still finding time for one of his biggest passions: off-road racing.From building businesses and leading teams to AI, family, racing, and advice for the next generation, Brad’s story is a reminder that success rarely follows a straight path.🎙️ Yuma Stories celebrates the people, places, and experiences that make the Yuma community unique.#YumaStories #YumaAZ #Entrepreneurship #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessLeadership #YumaCommunity #OffRoadRacing

In this episode of Yuma Stories, host Carmen Marcus sits down with sisters Pauline Via and Anna Martinez to explore the 77-year legacy of El Charro Café, a longtime staple of the Yuma community.Pauline and Anna share the story of their grandparents, Tony and Lola, who built the family business from the ground up, and reflect on growing up in the restaurant, learning family recipes, working alongside longtime employees, and eventually stepping in as the third generation to carry the restaurant forward.From preserving recipes and traditions to embracing change, supporting local organizations, and treating employees and customers like family, their story is about much more than food — it’s about hard work, community, family, and the memories created across generations.Join us as we celebrate the people, flavors, and traditions behind one of Yuma’s longtime family businesses.Watch more episodes of Yuma Stories at yumastories.com.

Step inside one of Downtown Yuma’s most iconic establishments: Lute’s Casino.In this episode of Yuma Stories, Bruce Gwynn sits down with Bob and Mike Lutes to look back on generations of family history, the evolution of Lute’s Casino, and the many changes they’ve witnessed in Yuma over the decades.From the early days of downtown Yuma and the family’s wedding chapel to pool tables, pinball machines, famous menu favorites, and unforgettable local characters, Bob and Mike share stories and memories behind a business that has become part of Yuma’s history.Discover how Lute’s Casino evolved through generations while holding on to the atmosphere, traditions, and community connections that have made it a longtime Yuma favorite.Thanks for watching Yuma Stories. Find more episodes and learn more at yumastories.com.This project was partially or fully funded by the Arizona Local News Foundation’s Startup and Innovation Grant.