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Pucherelli receives prestigious reclamation award

A federal agency has recognized a woman working to find ways to reduce the numbers of mussels causing problems in area lakes and rivers. The Bureau of Reclamation’s Science and Technology Program focuses on providing innovative solutions for water and power challenges in the western United States. One research project stood out in 2018 and was recently selected as the Project of the Year.  The award was presented to Sherri Pucherelli for the project entitled, “Control of biofouling in hydropower cooling systems using hydro-optic ultraviolet light.” The award was selected for its positive impact to Reclamation, other federal and non-federal…

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Lake Havasu Avenue construction to begin April 22

As part of the ongoing effort to improve City streets and intersections at Lake Havasu Avenue, beginning Monday, April 22 at 6:00 a.m. through Wednesday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m. , the intersection of Swanson Avenue and Lake Havasu Avenue in all directions is closed to allow for the demolition of the intersection and construction of the new intersection. A detour is in place and the public is requested to use caution and follow the detour signs when traveling near the construction area. Dates and construction activities may vary depending on weather and other unknown factors.  For more information, please…

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Sometimes, trusting in the Lord requires lots of patience

In his second epistle to believers suffering under severe persecution, the apostle Peter wrote concerning trials that result in our spiritual growth and development. He said, “And besides this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; and to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; and to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness love. For if these things be in you, and abound, they make you that you are neither barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (2 Peter 1:5-8)                 As I give careful consideration the…

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Sounds of Kingman presents Galaxy for first concert of season

Galaxy is performing for the Sounds of Kingman concert at Metcalfe Park, 315 W Beale St, Kingman. The concert begins at 4 p.m. April 28. The cost of admission is free. Originating in Florida in the 70s, Galaxy has been performing to large crowds. The songs of Galaxy over the decades have developed into an eclectic blend of the rhythm & blues, folk, country, and rock styles.

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Reader supports adopting drought contingency plans

Dear Editor, President Trump has taken a historic step to reduce risk on the Colorado River by signing bipartisan legislation authorizing the Department of the Interior to implement Drought Contingency Plans in the Upper and Lower Basins of the Colorado River. This action supports agriculture and protects the water supplies for 40 million people.  The Colorado River is the single most important water resource in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. All levels of government stepped up to address the Basin’s worst drought in recorded history.  We’ve seen collaborative efforts among the seven Basin states, local water agencies, Tribes,…

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