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Get Hitched on 66

KINGMAN – Come celebrate with the Office of Tourism as we unveil Kingman’s newest roadside gem – the Heart of Route 66 neon signon Friday, Feb. 9. In addition to the lighting ceremony, three lucky couples will get hitched Vegas-style, officiated by none other than a Las Vegas Elvis-inspired master of ceremonies! Enjoy a Valentine’s-themed car show, pizza from Charlie’s Rustic Pizza, and cupcakes provided by Victoria’s Sugar Shack. Dance the night away after the marriage ceremonies. Event will be on Route 66 between First and Second Sts., from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Park in the Kingman Visitor Center parking…

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Get Hitched on 66

KINGMAN – Come celebrate with the Office of Tourism as we unveil Kingman’s newest roadside gem – the Heart of Route 66 neon signon Friday, Feb. 9. In addition to the lighting ceremony, three lucky couples will get hitched Vegas-style, officiated by none other than a Las Vegas Elvis-inspired master of ceremonies! Enjoy a Valentine’s-themed car show, pizza from Charlie’s Rustic Pizza, and cupcakes provided by Victoria’s Sugar Shack. Dance the night away after the marriage ceremonies. Event will be on Route 66 between First and Second Sts., from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Park in the Kingman Visitor Center parking…

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Spelling been champs awarded

MOHAVE COUNTY – A student from Colorado City successfully defended his 2023 Mohave County spelling bee championship Friday.  Masada Charter school eighth grader Ethan Knudson won in the 11th round with a correct spelling of “nitrate.” Knudson qualified for the March 16 spelling bee in Phoenix. Mohave County School Superintendent Mike File, retiring this year after 40 years of county bee involvement,  said Knudson finished eighth at state last spring. He called Knudson a “spelling beast” who stands a good chance of moving up the leaderboard at this year’s state bee. “It’s not the first time a Colorado City student won Mohave County spelling…

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Matthews awarded degree from UA

Jasmine Matthews of Kingman has received the following degree from The University of Alabama: Master of Science. UA awarded over 2,000 degrees during its fall commencement ceremonies. A recent economic analysis found that a degree from The University of Alabama can pay more over time than investments in United States stock market indexes. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth to help prepare future generations through its educational, cultural and social experiences.

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Matthews awarded degree from UA

Jasmine Matthews of Kingman has received the following degree from The University of Alabama: Master of Science. UA awarded over 2,000 degrees during its fall commencement ceremonies. A recent economic analysis found that a degree from The University of Alabama can pay more over time than investments in United States stock market indexes. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth to help prepare future generations through its educational, cultural and social experiences.

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Utility rate hike will hurt customers in Mohave County

More than 9,300 struggling low-income individuals and families, and possibly more, in Santa Cruz and Mohave Counties will face additional financial challenges with Arizona Corporation Commission decisions to increase UniSource Energy Services electric rates by 12% and not to increase the flat, monthly discount on low-income rate plans. The new residential service rate increase will be effective as of Feb. 1.  “We are deeply troubled by this one-two punch that will affect thousands of people in Santa Cruz and Mohave Counties already struggling to make decisions about where and how to spend their limited incomes,” said Wildfire Executive Director Kelly…

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