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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month

PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG), Division of Problem Gambling (DPG), in collaboration with the National Council of Problem Gambling (NCPG), recognizes March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month. 2024 marks the 21st anniversary of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. “Problem gambling is a serious addiction that affects an estimated two percent of adults and five percent of youth in Arizona,” said Katie Hobbs, Arizona Governor. “That is why I have issued a proclamation announcing March 2024 as Arizona Problem Gambling Awareness Month — through education and outreach, we can spread the word and support those in Arizona who may…

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House fire that left 5 children dead in Arizona doesn’t appear to be arson, authorities say

BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. (AP) — There is no evidence an Arizona house fire that killed five children was caused by arson, authorities said Wednesday. Investigators with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives found no trace of accelerants on debris samples taken from the December blaze, Bullhead City Police said in a news release. The cause remains undetermined. Both ATF and the Lake Havasu City Fire Department are still investigating. The father of four of the children left them and a young relative in the house on the afternoon of Dec. 16 while he went out to do some…

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John Joseph Carroll “Creature”

John Joseph Carroll was born in Philadelphia, Penn., on April 28, 1974 to Claire Quinn Crum and John A. Carroll, Jr.  He died unexpectedly on May 26, 2023.  At an early age, his family moved to Kingman, AZ.  He graduated from Kingman High School in 1992.  This was also where he met his wife, Penni Rae Walls.  They married in 1997 and moved to Winnemucca, Nev., to start their new life, where their children, Brenden Joseph, and Brooks deChantel were born. John spent his entire career in gold mining.  He took great pride in his participation in Mine Rescue, the…

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Laughlin Bullhead Air Show acquires non-profit designation

BULLHEAD CITY – The Mohave County Airport Authority (MCAA), the City of Bullhead City, and the Laughlin Tourism Commission (LTC) have announced the establishment of the Laughlin Bullhead Airshow (LBAS) 501c3 Foundation. The LBAS Foundation’s governing board anticipates leveraging its non-profit status to access event and S.T.E.M. grants, provide sponsorship tax benefits, and budget post-event community donations. The 2024 Laughlin-Bullhead Air Show promises an even more spectacular experience, showcasing historic military and civilian aircraft, thrilling aerial demonstrations, and exciting features. Scheduled for Saturday, April 6, the event is free to attend, with an option to enhance the experience through the…

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Christmas is all about God’s Love

We can all agree no matter what religion we are, or if we are not religious at all, that Christmas is a celebration on Jesus’ birth. It is a time of love. We experience the love of spending time, giving and receiving gifts, and enjoying food with family and friends. Many of us give gifts to the less fortunate to share love and hope with others. For others, due to circumstances of life, they dread this time of the year. They remember those they have lost, better times, lost love and other things that lead us to hurt in their…

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