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Remote Workers: How to protect devices from rampant online scams

MOHAVE COUNTY – With confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID -19) in Mohave County, many businesses will be shifting their employees to at home work to reduce the spread of the virus. The surge of teleworking will inevitably bring along new challenges.  As residents are getting their work-at-home systems set up, Better Business Bureau (BBB) encourages everyone to follow several proactive steps that will aid in preventing digital breaches to lower the risk of businesses and consumers falling victim to cyber crimes.  ”Scammers are opportunists and they will unfortunately take advantage of any major incidents in the news let alone a…

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Kingman City Parks and Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course remain open

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman has over 20 local parks, trails, dog parks, and a beautiful 18-hole golf course that they invite people to enjoy, while adhering to CDC social-distancing guidelines. People can find more information on the City’s website: https://www.cityofkingman.gov/government/departments/parks-and-recreation “We are fortunate in Kingman to have access to outdoor spaces we can enjoy safely. Being outside is so important for both physical and mental health,” said City of Kingman Mayor Jen Miles. “We can still follow social-distancing guidelines, while enjoying our city parks, trails, or municipal golf course,” Miles said. “Our Parks, Recreation and Golf Course team members…

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Third positive case of COVID-19 in Mohave County

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has confirmed the third positive case of COVID-19 in the Kingman service area. The individual, an adult, is being treated in the hospital under strict isolation protocols.  MCDPH will interview close contacts of the individual, and recommend that each person monitor for symptoms and quarantine themselves for 14 days, based on the risk of exposure. COVID-19 is believed to be spread mostly through respiratory droplets produced when a sick person coughs or sneezes.  Signs and symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, and shortness of breath.  The best way to prevent…

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MEC is monitoring events, implementing measures as needed

BULLHEAD CITY – Mohave Electric Cooperative’s Board of Directors and management continue to monitor the evolving situation with the COVID-19 virus. Tyler Carlson, MEC chief executive officer said, “MEC will implement our preparedness plans, as necessary, to ensure safe and reliable operations. We know our members count on us to provide reliable service and to keep members informed during this difficult time.” Continuity is MEC’s top priority, and our offices and business operations will continue to be staffed and open as long as we are not required to close if mandated by state or federal regulators,” Carlson explained. “Health experts continue to…

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KRMC announces new CEO

KINGMAN –The Kingman Healthcare Inc. (KHI) Board of Directors has announced that C. William (Will) McConnell has been named as the next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC), the largest employer in Mohave County. McConnell will succeed Brian Turney who retires June 1. McConnell joins KRMC following ten years at Mercy Hospital in Durango, Colorado, three of those as CEO. His 18 years of experience in the health care industry includes senior management positions in hospital operations, finance, human resources, and quality management.  McConnell said he was not looking for a new job or…

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Bullhead man charged in highway shooting

TOPOCK – Last Tuesday, March 17, deputies were dispatched to a weapons offense that occurred in the area of County Route 1. According to a Mohave County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson, the victim advised that she and a passenger were on their way home to Topock, when a black truck came speeding up behind them. The truck passed them on the roadway and she heard a popping sound. When the victim arrived home, she observed a bullet hole in her vehicle. Meanwhile, California Highway Patrol advised they had detained Daniel John Cady, 38 of Bullhead City. Cady was stopped due to…

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