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34th Annual Oatman Bed Races

Matthew Wanner3 years ago1 mins

OATMAN – Forget the Indy 500, Daytona 500, and the Kentucky Derby. For sheer drama and athletic prowess exhibited while wearing pajamas, nothing tops the Oatman Bed Races. Five-person teams, with four pushers and one sheet jockey, propel beds through Oatman’s main drag at breakneck speeds. No wagering, please. Let’s keep the sport pure. This annual event takes place on January 27 at 1 p.m. But festivities rock this gold mining town/wild burrow hangout from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Costumes and pajamas are strongly encouraged because that’s how Oatman rolls! If you and four amigos have the right stuff,…

MCC value enhanced by transformative shift to serve students and communities

Matthew Wanner3 years ago6 mins

Dear Editor, I am delighted to share a few of the remarkable accomplishments Mohave Community College (MCC) made in 2023 and our anticipations for an even more eventful and innovative 2024. I will attempt to be brief as I share some of the many new and exciting developments happening at your local College, including workforce training initiatives, our positive economic impact, the creation of new academic programs, new facilities, and much more. I want to begin by saying our communities can take pride in the significant value and benefits the College contributes to Mohave County. This year, enrollment once again…

Court News

Probation slip brings prison sentence

Matthew Wanner3 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – A probation slip will result in prison for one defendant charged in a child predator sex investigation. “Sabrina” was the social media handle a Mohave County Sheriff’s detective used in a sting operation targeting sexual predators launched well before the pandemic began. More than a couple of dozen suspects from Las Vegas to Parker were charged through the law enforcement campaign that snared men seeking sex with underage females. Most defendants were convicted and sent to prison. Quinton Edwards, 28, Golden Valley, is one of a handful of the Sabrina case defendants who were afforded probation and opportunity…

Court News

Probation slip brings prison sentence

Matthew Wanner3 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – A probation slip will result in prison for one defendant charged in a child predator sex investigation. “Sabrina” was the social media handle a Mohave County Sheriff’s detective used in a sting operation targeting sexual predators launched well before the pandemic began. More than a couple of dozen suspects from Las Vegas to Parker were charged through the law enforcement campaign that snared men seeking sex with underage females. Most defendants were convicted and sent to prison. Quinton Edwards, 28, Golden Valley, is one of a handful of the Sabrina case defendants who were afforded probation and opportunity…

Business News

Airport improvements, TruNac devices approved at council meeting

Matthew Wanner3 years ago1 mins

LAKE HAVASU CITY – It’s election time in Lake Havasu. Three seats will need to be filled for the primary election this August. These seats are currently filled with council members Vice Mayor Cameron Moses, Nancy Campbell, and David Lane. Board members voted and passed new runway safety area improvements for the Lake Havasu Municipal Airport. Council members passed an agreement with the Lake Havasu Police Department for two TruNarc devices. These are hand held devices intended to analyze narcotics. The analyzers have capabilities to scan more than 530 suspicious controlled substances with one conclusive test. This device will serve as a tool to enhance public safety…

Business News

Airport improvements, TruNac devices approved at council meeting

Matthew Wanner3 years ago1 mins

LAKE HAVASU CITY – It’s election time in Lake Havasu. Three seats will need to be filled for the primary election this August. These seats are currently filled with council members Vice Mayor Cameron Moses, Nancy Campbell, and David Lane. Board members voted and passed new runway safety area improvements for the Lake Havasu Municipal Airport. Council members passed an agreement with the Lake Havasu Police Department for two TruNarc devices. These are hand held devices intended to analyze narcotics. The analyzers have capabilities to scan more than 530 suspicious controlled substances with one conclusive test. This device will serve as a tool to enhance public safety…

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34th Annual Oatman Bed Races

MCC value enhanced by transformative shift to serve students and communities

Probation slip brings prison sentence

Probation slip brings prison sentence

Airport improvements, TruNac devices approved at council meeting

Airport improvements, TruNac devices approved at council meeting

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