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LMNRA closed due to weather

Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials have announced a complete closure of the park to recreational use. This closure order is expected to remain in effect through at least Monday, and conditions at the park will be assessed on an ongoing basis to ensure proper measures are taken to ensure safe operations moving forward. The closure applies to park visitors, government employees, concession employees, park residents and stakeholders. Exceptions will be made for local, state or federal government employees engaged in official duties. This closure is being issued in anticipation of expected severe disruption of services and imminent danger to…

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LMNRA closed due to weather

Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials have announced a complete closure of the park to recreational use. This closure order is expected to remain in effect through at least Monday, and conditions at the park will be assessed on an ongoing basis to ensure proper measures are taken to ensure safe operations moving forward. The closure applies to park visitors, government employees, concession employees, park residents and stakeholders. Exceptions will be made for local, state or federal government employees engaged in official duties. This closure is being issued in anticipation of expected severe disruption of services and imminent danger to…

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In-custody death under investigation

KINGMAN – The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office said an inmate died of natural causes while in custody at the Adult Detention Center in Kingman. Agency spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said the determination comes from the Medical Examiner’s Office. Mortensen said Terrance Marsden, 62, was discovered dead in his jail cell on Friday, Aug. 11. Marsden was awaiting trial for attempted murder and other charges following his June arrest for a drive-by shooting in Bullhead City.

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American Red Cross announces new CEO for AZ NM region

The American Red Cross has announced that Edgar R. Olivo will be joining the Arizona and New Mexico American Red Cross team as the next Regional Chief Executive Officer. Edgar brings valuable experience to the Red Cross, having served as a dedicated board member for the Central and Northern Arizona chapter since 2021, actively contributing to humanitarian causes. “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Edgar on the Central and Northern Arizona Board,” said American Red Cross Board Chair Jim Olson. “He is deeply embedded in community efforts and has a strong desire to ensure resilience.” Edgar’s a distinguished leader…

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Child scalder gets prison time

KINGMAN –  A seven-year prison term was ordered Aug. 17 for a Kingman woman who scalded her toddler with hot water. Judge Billy Sipe sentenced Brittany Gutierrez, 30, who previously pleaded guilty to child abuse in exchange for dismissal of aggravated assault charges. Authorities have said that the two-year-old autistic boy suffered second degree burns after his mother used her hands to scoop and toss hot water on him in the bathroom of a Lillie Avenue Kingman residence last Oct. Police reports indicated the Gutierrez was upset because her son was “getting into things” and would not comply with directives….

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Moline to act as City Manager, replacing Foggin

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman will pay Finance Director Tina Moline $526.50 more each week that she serves as Acting Manager. That’s the first decision the City Council made during its special meeting on Aug. 17, two days after it voted 6-1 to terminate City Manager Ron Foggin’s employment contract. The 20% pay adjustment will compensate Moline for additional administrative duties she’ll be handling on top of her fiscal responsibilities. The Council also authorized Human Resources/Risk Management Director Krista Toschlog to contract with Interim Public Management (IPM) for the purpose of the placement of an Interim City Manager. She…

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