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Knife-wielding assailant gets off with probation

LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. – Treatment-focused probation has

Arizona State Parks and Trails nearly doubles events,

PHOENIX – Arizona State Parks and Trails announces increased

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ATV rollover leaves on Mohave Valley man dead

MOHAVE VALLEY, Ariz. – A deadly ATV accident

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Teen who jumped from London Bridge dies

LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. – The juvenile who jumped

Kingman Pickleball Club turns out strong for National

KINGMAN, Ariz. – Close to two‑thirds of the

Kingman Veterans Treatment Court deemed successful

KINGMAN, Ariz. – Kingman City Magistrate for 11

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Matthew Wanner

Fixing Our Eyes

(Full disclosure, I am more conservative in my theological understanding and practice than other liberal leaning congregants. As such, obvious and hidden biases are here recognized as a possible truism. Further, I mean no malice to the United Methodist Church faithful. This denomination is only one of many continuing to wrestle with changing practices and dogmas.) By the end of 2023, just over one-quarter of the 30,000 United Methodist churches in America will no longer share the same house this according to USA Today. These congregations are splitting the sheets over issues associated with individuals who are on the LGBTQ+…

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BHC board of appeals seats available

BULLHEAD CITY – The City of Bullhead City’s City Clerk’s Department is currently accepting applications from citizens interested in volunteering to serve on the Bullhead City Board of Appeals. There are five available positions on this Board.   The Bullhead City Board of Appeals determines the suitability of alternate materials and construction methods and provides a reasonable interpretation of the International Building Code.This Board meets infrequently on an as-needed basis and is comprised of five members appointed by the City Council for two-year terms. Members serve without pay.  To be eligible, an applicant must be a resident of the City…

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Buffett’s Margaritaville kicks off tribute concert season

LAKE HAVASU CITY – This year’s concert tribute season will be bringing you the music you love to hear. TAD Management has brought nostalgia with tribute bands to audiences for 17 years. Their shows can be seen on cruises, resorts, and theaters worldwide.   Since 2019, the TAD management team has brought Lake Havasu a tribute band season from January until the end of March. Although the concerts are not fundraisers, TAD Management has previously donated to charities like the Maximum Hope Foundation and Reubens Retreat.   This year’s show will begin with honoring musical legend Jimmy Buffett. Buffett captured the hearts of many with his songs…

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Gonzalez sex offense case continued

KINGMAN – Attorneys requested opposite ends of the spectrum of punishment for a sex offender and a local judge balked at a sentencing decision for lack of input from the victim or her family in the case. Mohave County Superior Court Judge Lee Jantzen declined to impose sentence during a Dec. 4 hearing, and he continued the matter until the new year. The delay arises in the case against Silvestre Gonzalez who had sex with a 14-year-old girl in Ft. Mohave in March. The 30-year-old defendant pleaded guilty in early Nov. to a charge reduced to attempted sexual conduct with…

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Gonzalez sex offense case continued

KINGMAN – Attorneys requested opposite ends of the spectrum of punishment for a sex offender and a local judge balked at a sentencing decision for lack of input from the victim or her family in the case. Mohave County Superior Court Judge Lee Jantzen declined to impose sentence during a Dec. 4 hearing, and he continued the matter until the new year. The delay arises in the case against Silvestre Gonzalez who had sex with a 14-year-old girl in Ft. Mohave in March. The 30-year-old defendant pleaded guilty in early Nov. to a charge reduced to attempted sexual conduct with…

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General Plan activity underway

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman and hired consultant Upfront Planning & Entitlement are working to craft an updated general plan that will be placed on the November general election ballot. Community Development manager Sean Osterman said state law requires Arizona cities each decade to update general plans that serve as a tool and guide for development within a community. Jessica Sarkissian, owner of Upfront based in Mesa, visited Kingman on Dec. 13, 2023. “We met with some of the committee members and staff, talking about the plan and overall visioning,’’ she said. “We are preparing the next meeting for…

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