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Bullhead City seeking transit commissioners

BULLHEAD CITY – Bullhead City is seeking applications from residents interested in serving on the Bullhead Area Transit System Commission (“BATS”). The BATS Commission makes recommendations to the Bullhead City Council regarding the development and maintenance of a public transportation system for the city. The BATS Commission meets quarterly on the first Monday of February, May, August, and November; and holds special meetings as required. Two seats on the BATS Commission are currently available. The positions would begin on October 1, and expire on September 30, 2021. To be eligible, applicants should have a general understanding of the city’s and…

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Public outreach meeting slated to discuss BHC transit system

BULLHEAD CITY – Bullhead Area Transit System has announced there will be a Public Outreach Meeting on Thursday, August 29, in the Bullhead City Council Chambers at 5:30 p.m. Bullhead Area Transit System is currently working on a project with ADOT and CivTech, a designated consultant, to complete a transit planning study aimed at selecting a site for a future transit operations and maintenance facility. This public outreach meeting will give local residents an opportunity to hear about the potential sites being considered and share input on the project. Anyone seeking more information regarding the public outreach meeting or information…

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Teen’s body recovered from Lake Havasu

LAKE HAVASU – The body of a boating accident victim was recovered from Lake Havasu Friday night, August 23. The search began Wednesday when 17-year-old Adam Gomez went missing. Mohave County Sheriff Doug Schuster said the Redondo Beach, California resident jumped into the water from a boat. He said the operator of the boat was circling back to pick him up when the vessel and its propeller struck the teen who then slipped under the water. Sheriff’s office spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said divers located Gomez’ body in about 23 feet of water just south of Thompson Bay at about 6:15…

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Be thankful for everything

Many people experience tremendous trials that are difficult to understand and accept. They question God’s love for them and even ask themselves, “If God truly loved me, why would He allow me to suffer?” That is an age-old question for which many will never find the answer. Though it sounds simplistic, suffering is a part of life because of the fall of man and sin’s presence in the world. Some years ago, I met a couple whose child was born with a rare condition causing the child to never grow physically or mentally. She lived for several years as the…

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Downtown Kingman water project starts Monday -Closures in place-

KINGMAN – A project to replace water lines on Third Street, from the Beale St. Alley to Pine St. starts next week, and should last two months, barring any weather delays. The first closure is scheduled to start Monday, August 26, from Beale St. through the intersection of Oak St., and should last 14 days. Detours will be in place for street closures. The contractor, Freiday Construction, is working with residents in the area regarding notification, but no water service delays or disruptions are scheduled to take place. This project will result in an overall, water-delivery benefit to city water…

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Sheriff Schuster to seek re-election

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave County’s top law enforcement officer says he has momentum at his back and that he wants to ride a wave of accomplishment and positive energy to a second term in office. Doug Schuster is officially launching his bid for re-election three years after earning his first term as Sheriff. “When I first ran it was with a singular thought in mind and that was to correct the deficiencies that I had witnessed over the many years that I worked for the sheriff’s office. The key for me is am I making a difference and am I…

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