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Hackberry Hoedown

HACKBERRY – Join Hackberry residents this Memorial Day for an afternoon of dancing to the music of The Old Time Rte 66 Band along the stunning Music Mountain range of Mohave County. The hoedown will be held Monday, May 27 at Hackberry General Store, 11255 E Hwy 66 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call 607-761-5716 for more information.

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The county that cried “deficit!”

Dear Editor, I smiled when Mohave County claimed it was facing a whopping $18.5 million deficit for 2024.  Because I knew how much money is in the County’s General Fund. I also know how much operating surplus the County has incurred over previous years. But my smile gave way to consternation when I recalled how the County leaders wanted, but failed to continue the ? cent sales tax for capital projects that ended in 2019. Perhaps that’s the motivation for their “Woe is We!” cry. The tried-and-true method for governments to raise taxes is to declare an emergency, cajole the…

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Crash causes second crash

BULLHEAD CITY – Wednesday afternoon, May 15, there was a non-injury accident at the intersection of Ramar and Palma Rds., in Bullhead City. Bullhead City police and fire departmets were on scene in minutes to attend to the drivers and passengers none of whom sustained injuries that required hospitalization. After the initial accident at the intersection, a second accident occurred when drivers observing the first accident managed to cause a second, just as occurred the day before at Marina and Hwy 95.  Bullhead City Police wish to communicate to all drivers that when approaching an accident, it is imperative to…

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Workshop highlights land fraud, wire transfer fraud

KINGMAN – There is no shortage of those who commit land fraud these days according to Laurie Barthlow, Escrow Administrator and Vice President at Chicago Title Agency. On Monday, May 13, a workshop sponsored by the Kingman Chamber of Commerce was held with Barthlow, Vicki Wyatt, Escrow Officer with Pioneer Title Agency and local attorney Tom Price as presenters.  The workshop was attended by business owners, attorneys, Realtors and members of the general public. Information covered included how to spot land and wire transfer fraud, safeguards that can be put in place and red flags to watch for. Barthlow said…

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Dennis Montgomery Johnson

Dennis Montgomery Johnson, 67, passed away on April 25, 2024 Who passed away suddenly, He was a husband, father and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Dennis was born on April 4, 1957, in Bakersfield, Ca, Arvin, Calif., where he spent his formative years. He worked hard to become Owner of Paradigm Steel Fab with the help of his close friend Brad, Preston. He was known for his hard work, dedication to the business. Eight years ago he wanted to retire to Kingman. Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Cynthia (Cyndi),…

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Cancer foundation raises awareness with Havasu chefs

LAKE HAVASU CITY– With more than 70 cancer nonprofits alone in the United States, many may not think to combine unique cuisines to promote their cause. The Heidi Edwards Cooking for Cancer Foundation is a rare cancer nonprofit that is doing just that.   The foundation was founded by Heidi Edwards who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2010. Throughout Edward’s own challenge with the disease, she wanted to provide assistance to patients, as well as their families. With the help of one of Lake Havasu’s upscale restaurants Shugrues, and the Calvary Church, she organized the group’s first spaghetti dinner fundraiser.   Edward’s vision and quest to help…

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