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Night work scheduled on Airway Avenue for utility

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman is notifying

Mohave Electric announces classroom grant winners

BULLHEAD CITY – Mohave Electric Cooperative (MEC) awarded eighteen

Full closure of Airway Ave, Flying Fortress Pkwy

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman is notifying

National Day of Prayer observed

KINGMAN – A National Day of Prayer event

Two years for possession of a kilogram of

KINGMAN – Transporting illegal drugs into Mohave County

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Operation Veteran offers words of encouragement

KINGMAN – Operation Veteran support group and fellowship is held at New Life Church, 419 Harrison St., on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. in classroom 3. The meetings are open to all veterans and first responders.

In 1 Peter 3:15, we’re called to always be ready to share the reason for the hope we have in Christ, but it’s not just about having the right answers. It’s about how we share them — with gentleness and respect.

This scripture challenges us to examine our hearts: Are we truly revering Christ as Lord in everything we do? When we share our faith, do we do it with love and humility,

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Psyched-Out

There are only 85 days left.

Now some of you are counting on your fingers and toes and have determined I must be wrong; there are 62 days.

Nope it’s 85 and how do I know?  Because I am not talking about the presidential election. I am thinking of Thanksgiving.

The irony is not lost on me in what may be the most divided time in recent American history politically, we will collectively pause and give thanks for friends, family, and hopefully God.

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Team set for county fair

KINGMAN – The Mohave County Fair is in its final stage of year-long preparations and ready to go with its opening on Thursday of next week.  Over 50 employees and volunteers are involved in the big event anticipated by thousands. County employees from many departments have been actively supporting the determined effort to make it hugely successful. Most will be on hand to commence working on the 2025 Fair right after the conclusion of this year’s affair.

In the last three months leading up to the 2024 Fair, over $30,000 has been invested

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New after-school program coming to Kingman

KINGMAN – Kingman will soon be getting a new and improved after-school program center for youth through the philanthropy of Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC), in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley (BGCAZ).

The Clubs serve families and their children at 32 locations in the greater Phoenix area, as well Yuma. BGCAZ will enjoy a $1-lease arrangement for up to 25 years to operate in the entire east end of the commercial complex located along Airway Avenue at Burbank St.

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Child smuggling attempt thwarted

SAN LUIS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Area Port of San Luis uncovered an alleged child smuggling attempt involving two minors and arrested a woman in connection with the failed attempt. 

On August 29, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., CBP officers assigned to the San Luis Port of Entry encountered a 28-year-old female U.S. citizen driving a 2007 Nissan Sentra who presented U.S. birth certificates for the two minor children in her vehicle.

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