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Emissions testing waived for seniors to reduce COVID-19 risk

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) will waive emissions testing for vehicle owners 65 and older for up to one year to allow them to renew their vehicle registrations. If an emissions test is required, a waiver from ADEQ allows the vehicle owner to renew their vehicle registration online through the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). This change helps protect seniors by encouraging social distancing and reducing their risk of coming into contact with COVID-19. “Arizona remains focused on proactively limiting the spread of COVID-19,” said Governor Ducey. “This latest action is informed by guidance from public health experts….

Business News

SBA offices are open, offering assistance to small businesses

Pam Wanner7 years ago1 mins

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest Emergency Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Their checklist provides information about the Emergency Injury Disaster Assistance Loans. This checklist includes: Loan Qualifications Loan Details Basic Forms Required Additional documentation required Apply online at the SBA site: https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/Error?aspxerrorpath=/ela/Account/Login BEWARE: The Portal may be undergoing maintenance. Due to overwhelming interest, possibly applying during non-peak hours might be ideal. Deadline to apply: 12/31/2020

Opinion

We will see many non-answers during crisis

Pam Wanner7 years ago1 mins

Dear Editor, Another example of (don’t expect an answer if you ask a conservative a question they can’t, or one for which they do not have an answer), was on full display this past week. When reporter Peter Alexander asked President Trump, during a presidential briefing, “What do you say to Americans who are watching you right now who are scared?” Trump responded, “I say you are a terrible reporter, that’s what I say.” Please compare our President’s crude response to President Obama’s 2009 refined answer when South Carolina’s Republican Congressman Joe Wilson yelled, “you lie.” Instead of denigrating the…

Obituaries

EDWARD EUGENE (GENE) FOSTER

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

After a hard-fought battle with an aggressive cancer, Edward Eugene (Gene) Foster passed away on March 24, 2020 while at home with his loving wife and daughter. Gene was 90 years young. He leaves behind his wife Shirley Foster; his daughter, Paula McCarthy and her daughters, Casey Manganese and Jessica McCarthy and Shirley’s daughter, Vicki Foust. Gene was preceded in death by his first wife, Pauline and son Dale. Gene was born June 25, 1929 in Culp Arkansas to father Benjamin Foster and Linnie Marman-Foster. Gene grew up in a large family with 13 brothers and sisters. He is survived…

Community News

Third positive case of COVID-19 in Mohave County

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 years ago2 mins

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…

Community News

LHCPD update on dog licensing due to COVID-19

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

LAKE HAVASU CITY – Due to health concerns surrounding the COVID-19 virus and to protect the citizens and personnel of the police department, all in person lobby transactions for dog licensing and renewals are suspended until June 1. Dog licensing transactions are sent in the mail to the Lake Havasu City Police Department, 2360 McCulloch Boulevard North, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 or completed online at https://www.lhcaz.gov/police/animals-pets All late fees are waived for dog license renewals due between March 1, 2020 and May 31. As a reminder, in order to ensure emergency services are available for priority calls, please do not…

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EDWARD EUGENE (GENE) FOSTER

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