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Foster extends thanks for community support

Matthew Wanner6 years ago3 mins

To the Amazing People in Supervisorial District 1: Thank you to those who believed in me, voted for me, worked on fundraisers, walked with me and opened your hearts as well as your wallets. I am not a financially wealthy person and appreciate all of those who contributed to my campaign (both large and small). This enabled me to run a competitive campaign. It is not in my DNA to talk incessantly about myself (but it is often expected in political campaigns); rather, I wanted to hear about YOU. As I often said, for me it is more personal than…

Energy shortage possible, conservation requested

Matthew Wanner6 years ago1 mins

BULLHEAD CITY – Heat is straining the energy market and bringing supply problems to the entire western states energy market, including Mohave Electric Cooperative (MEC) and its members. As a result, MEC is asking members to do everything possible to conserve energy for several days until the crisis subsides, particularly during the prime-use hours of 3-8 p.m. “There are some simple things members can do to conserve, such as grilling outside instead of using the stove and oven,” said Tyler Carlson, CEO of MEC. “If there is a need to do laundry, dry the clothes outside instead of the dryer….

BBB scam alert: Synthetic ID theft, a new trick for scammers

Matthew Wanner6 years ago2 years ago3 mins

Identity theft is an ever-evolving crime. As credit bureaus and individuals catch on to the schemes of identity thieves, the con artists simply modify their tactics. Scammers are now combining information from multiple individuals to invent a false identity, a technique called “synthetic” identity theft. It’s so hard to detect, you might be a victim and not even know it. How the scam works Scammers pull together a stolen Social Security or Social Insurance number (often belonging to a minor or someone with no credit history), the address of an abandoned property, and a fake name and birth date. Using this…

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Kingman’s Skubal makes the show; has been called up by Detroit Tigers

Matthew Wanner6 years ago2 years ago3 mins

KINGMAN – Much of Kingman will enjoy a COVID-19 pause and band together to cheer for a local who will make his Major League baseball debut in the Windy City Tuesday. 23-year-old Tarik Skubal has been called up by the Detroit Tigers and is scheduled to pitch against the White Sox in Chicago. The 6’3, 215 pound left handed flame thrower rebounded from Tommy John surgery in 2018 and he beat back the coronavirus a couple of weeks ago to achieve his dream of making the show. He said team officials informed him of his promotion Saturday. “It was very…

Lions Club to host Burton Carter, E.A.

Matthew Wanner6 years ago1 mins

KINGMAN – The public is welcome to virtually join the Kingman Mohave Lions Go To Meeting for their Thursday, August 20, meetingat 12:30 p.m. Burton E. Carter, E.A., will share very interesting and beneficial information regarding the Arizona tax credits available for 2020. This should be an excellent meeting for everyone, and even more so for those interested in becoming a Lion. The Arizona tax credits available this year when utilized, is highly beneficial to both those utilizing such and for the charitable organizations it can benefit, including the Kingman Mohave Lions Club (QCO Code: 22212). You can join the…

Mohave County road work continues

Matthew Wanner6 years ago3 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – The citizens of Mohave County can expect the following road maintenance activity during the week of August 17,: Arizona Strip: Road grading on Mt. Trumbull Loop. Kingman: Pulling road shoulders on Stockton Hill Rd. from Mile 24 working south. Crews will be crack sealing on Marshall Dr. They will also be repairing the right of way and repairing pot holes in the Butler area. Hackberry: Road grading on Brooks Blvd. Wikieup: Road grading on Bogles Ranch Rd. at Mile 12. Yucca: Road grading on 1) Alamo Rd. from Mile 40 to Mile 52, 2) Planet Ranch Rd….

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Foster extends thanks for community support

Energy shortage possible, conservation requested

BBB scam alert: Synthetic ID theft, a new trick for scammers

Kingman’s Skubal makes the show; has been called up by Detroit Tigers

Mohave County road work continues

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