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KINGMAN – No one was hurt when a popular downtown Kingman eatery was evacuated Sunday, August 30, when smoke filled its kitchen area. Kingman Fire Department personnel responded to Calico’s on Beale St. at 3:23 p.m.  Assistant Fire Chief crews detected an electrical fire had spread through the attic area of the restaurant. He said little if any flame was evident though the electrical incident caused significant smoke damage between the ceiling and rooftop.  Eaton said new trusses and other extensive repairs will be required before Calico’s can reopen.  Dave Hawkins

KINGMAN – After starting the Kingman Area Literacy Program (KALP) seven years ago, director Chris Meisenheimer is retiring. “I started this program because teaching people to read is one of the best ways to lift them out of poverty,” said Meisenheimer. “Literacy’s value cannot be underestimated.” KALP tutors provide free tutoring to people of all ages, abilities and needs. Tutors have helped students with reading, writing, math, GED, English as a second language, and citizenship tests. Students and tutors identify goals together and meet in public spaces to work on those goals. Meisenheimer is leaving the program in the hands…

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu Hospitality Association and Sysco Foods are inviting locals and visitors to take a break by the lake next month by enjoying the first Havasu Restaurant Week, Sept. 18-27. Lake Havasu City’s creative chefs will dazzle patrons with culinary classics and gourmet achievements. For 10 days, people can channel their inner foodie and enjoy meals at over a dozen top restaurants at discounted prices. In fact,prix fixe menus will start, depending on the restaurant, at $35 per person or $35 for two, including a starter, entrée and dessert (excluding tax, gratuity and beverages). Participating…