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“Keep going and don’t worry about what’s going

Dear Editor, As of today we’ve never had

Monsoon Madness saw over 100 racers in Kingman

KINGMAN, Ariz. – More than 132 racers competed

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Stroup arraigned for sex offenses involving teen

KINGMAN, Ariz. – A young Lake Havasu City

Republican Andy Biggs campaigned in Kingman Saturday 

KINGMAN, Ariz. – Several Republican and local politicians

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Bud Mickel performs for Summer Concert Series

KINGMAN, Ariz. – Sounds of Kingman will be

Pastor Jerry Dunn
Life’s adverse situations can be praiseworthy

Several years ago, I dropped something on the

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Matthew Wanner

America will be destroyed unless we get out and vote

Dear Editor, As I write this, our beloved America is in the throes of a revolution. This revolution resembles almost none of the scenarios that have been seen in Hollywood’s blood and guts or political intrigue presentations. What we are facing is wholesale hatred being illustrated by people who hate this country for their own sick, perverted reasons. Do they hate the freedom of speech our constitution guarantees, and that permits them to spew the most heinous, vitriolic filth with complete immunity from retribution? Do they hate the support system taking care of the truly poor people who have to…

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Road Maintenance on Stockton Hill Road Begins Next Week

KINGMAN, Ariz. – The City of Kingman will begin a slurry project on Stockton Hill Road between Gordon Drive and Northern Avenue Monday, June 7, 2021. There will be some ancillary work removing symbols and markings on Monday June 7th, however the slurry placement will begin Tuesday, June 8th and Wednesday, June 9th. Work will be completed during daylight hours and lane restrictions will be in place. Please use alternative routes if possible and obey slower speed limits in work zones. (map attached) The City of Kingman urges motorists to pay extra attention while driving in and around work zones, maintenance vehicles,…

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Kingman utility billing to resume normal processes

KINGMAN, Ariz. – As of June 2, 2021, the City of Kingman Utility Billing Department has resumed sending delinquent notices on past due bills, and will resume non-pay disconnects June 14.. Approximately 2700 notices were sent yesterday. Delinquent and non-payment disconnect fees are still being waived until July 1, 2021. Multiple assistance agencies are available to assist customers who are unable to pay their utility bills: The City of Kingman Utility Billing Department had suspended delinquent notices and fees over a year ago, at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The city began disconnecting water service for non-payment on a…

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Valle Vista construction comments

Dear Editor, Valle Vista Property Owners Association, Inc., is governed by our CLRs and bylaws. Valle Vista is within Mohave County. Valle Vista has several requirements for construction that may be additional to those of Mohave County. To construct within Valle Vista, each builder must obtain a copy of the CLRs and bylaws. The following requirements and procedures must be followed in addition to all federal, state and local building requirements. Pick up a copy of the CLRs and bylaws at the administration office at the clubhouse building. Obtain a Mohave County building permit from Mohave County Development Services. Return…

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Valle Vista construction comments

Dear Editor, Valle Vista Property Owners Association, Inc., is governed by our CLRs and bylaws. Valle Vista is within Mohave County. Valle Vista has several requirements for construction that may be additional to those of Mohave County. To construct within Valle Vista, each builder must obtain a copy of the CLRs and bylaws. The following requirements and procedures must be followed in addition to all federal, state and local building requirements. Pick up a copy of the CLRs and bylaws at the administration office at the clubhouse building. Obtain a Mohave County building permit from Mohave County Development Services. Return…

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HEATHER RASHELE TOMPERI (HEDGES)

Heather Rashele Tomperi (Hedges)  went home to the Lord Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 51 years old. Heather is survived by her Sister Misti Hedges; Children Taylor Hedges (Charity Hedges), Dennie Hedges (Paul Burgett), Eric Tomperi and Myriah Tomperi; her Aunt Leanna Butrymowitz, whom she had a special friendship with; many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins; and lastly, her grandchildren Luna, Alice, Grayson, Olive, and Ivy, whom she loved fiercely. She is preceded in death by her parents Sharon and Dennis Hedges, grandson Taylor Hedges Jr., and many others.  Heather graduated from Kingman High School in 1987. She then went…

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