October, 2024 - The Standard Newspaper

Repurposing is the new black

Pam Wanner2 years ago2 years ago2 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – “Repurposing” is the newest frontier in landfill diversion and sustainability.

So, what are some examples of “repurposing?” It is taking a byproduct or waste stream such as a retired street sweeper brush and giving it a second life as a backscratcher for horses or cattle. It is taking a decommissioned fire hose and giving it an extended life as a boat dock fender. It is taking an obsolete ski lift cable and giving it a second life as hand railing in a luxury condo building.

Temporary 4-Way Stop: Traffic Signal Upgrade at Acoma Boulevard N. and Palo Verde S.

Pam Wanner2 years ago2 years ago1 mins

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Public Works Department announces the installation of a temporary 4-way stop scheduled for the upcoming Traffic Signal Upgrade project that impacts the intersection of Acoma Boulevard North and Palo Verde South from Monday, October 7th through Tuesday, October 15th, 2024.

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Housing event offers free assistance

Pam Wanner2 years ago2 years ago1 mins

KINGMAN – WACOG will host a housing programs event on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, and will be held at the Mohave County Community Services Mezanine Room, 700 W. Beale St.

Whether you wish to purchase a home, acquire down payment assistance, or repair your home WACOG can help. Programs available include the USDA 502 Direct Loan, USDA 504 Housing Repair Loan, and Down Payment Assistance.

Colorado City men guilty in federal court of sexual abuse conspiracy

Pam Wanner2 years ago2 years ago3 mins

COLORADO CITY – Horrific details of the sexual exploitation of children continue to unfold in the prosecution of a dozen defendants linked to a child bride culture rooted in a remote north Mohave County where polygamous lifestyle has drawn law enforcement and press attention for decades.

Rotary member pinned

Pam Wanner2 years ago2 years ago1 mins

Kingman Route 66 Rotary Club got a presentation from Erin Roper at our regular meeting on September 20, about the Kingman Area Literacy Program. Charlie Tegarden pinning Glenn Johnson, the newest member of Kingman Route 66 Rotary Club.

BCFD receives two major grants for new firefighting equipment

Pam Wanner2 years ago2 years ago1 mins

BULLHEAD CITY – The Bullhead City Fire Department (BCFD) has announced that it has been awarded two significant grants. These grants will enhance our department’s capabilities to better serve the community.

The first grant, funded through Senate Bill 1720 (SB 1720) and provided by the Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM), will contribute $125,000 towards the purchase of a new Type 6 engine. This new engine will complement BCFD’s existing Type 6 engine, allowing for improved response times and greater fire suppression capabilities in difficult-to-reach areas.

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Month: October 2024

Repurposing is the new black

Temporary 4-Way Stop: Traffic Signal Upgrade at Acoma Boulevard N. and Palo Verde S.

Housing event offers free assistance

Colorado City men guilty in federal court of sexual abuse conspiracy

Rotary member pinned

BCFD receives two major grants for new firefighting equipment

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