Spring has sprung, temperatures are trending upward and people and pets are on the move outdoors — that means potential exposure to rabies will be on the increase. The Arizona Game and Fish Department reminds the public to protect themselves and their pets by keeping a safe distance from wildlife, especially animals that may be behaving abnormally, such as those that appear overly aggressive and/or lacking a fear of humans. “The weather is warming up nicely and people are outside,” said Anne Justice-Allen, AZGFD wildlife veterinarian. “At this time of year, we often see an uptick in the number of…

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan ahead and allow for extra travel time because of long-term lane restrictions on US 93 near State Route 97 in Yavapai County. Motorist should slow down and use caution around construction crews and equipment while these restrictions are in place through June: Southbound US 93 will be narrowed to one lane only (right lane closed) between milepost 158 and milepost 160. Speed limit reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. A 12-foot vehicle-width restriction will be in place. These restrictions are necessary while crews reconstruct the right lane of US…

The Mohave Community Orchestra, comprised of musicians from a 10-year-old through senior citizens, will present its final season performance at 3 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2019, at the Kingman High School Agular Auditorium, located at 4182 Bank Street. According to Conductor Arthur Swanson, the concert will include a wide variety of music from the standard orchestral repertoire, the stage, opera, jazz and a Dixieland ensemble will perform a salute to Louis Armstrong. One of the highlights of the performance will be soloists playing a new piece called Prairie Song. Mohave Community Orchestra is a non-profit organization made up of local…