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River Fund charity event to honor Bruce Clark

LAUGHLIN, Nev.  – A Tri-State area tradition continues December 7 with the renamed “Bruce Clark’s Annual Charity Auction Benefitting River Fund, Inc.”  Donated vacation packages, artwork, furniture, fine dining, spa services, numerous gift certificates, electronics and even a helicopter scenic tour are among the 150-plus items up for bid. Clark, co-founder of KLBC-TV2 in Laughlin, was instrumental in River Fund’s creation in 2010.  He chaired River Fund’s volunteer board of directors when he died unexpectedly earlier this year.  His wife Lin is overseeing the auction. All proceeds benefit River Fund, the largest locally-based emergency services organization serving the Tri-State area. …

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Coffee with the Mayor is Friday

LAKE HAVASU CITY – Join Lake Havasu City Mayor Cal Sheehy, City Manager Jess Knudson, and City Magistrate Mitch Kalauli, for coffee and casual conversation next Friday, December 6, in the Council Chambers at the Police Department, located at 2360 McCulloch Boulevard North, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Residents are encouraged to attend to express any issues, concerns, or questions.  The meeting does not require an RSVP, as it is an informal come-and-go setting. Future Meetings: Meetings are typically held the first Friday morning of every month. However, there will be no meeting in January 2020.  Meetings will pick back…

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Frozen Yogurt Island celebrates nine years

KINGMAN – Frozen Yogurt Island is celebrating nine years of business this week in Kingman. Owners Nancy and Martin Villanueva are observing their anniversary by offering half off on all yogurt all day on Friday, Dec. 6. The Villanuevas also offer a veterans discount all day everyday. The Villanuevas decided to create Frozen Yogurt Island in 2010 due to Kingman needing more dessert locations. In addition to frozen yogurt with a wide array of topping choices, the venue offers Boba tea, acai bowls, edible cookie dough, juice poppers, and doggy yogurt. “We stand out from other dessert shops because our…

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Future Business Leaders of America train at home

KINGMAN – On November 22, Kingman High School (KHS) hosted Lee Williams High School and Lake Havasu High School for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Knowledge Bowl competition. The students competed in tests and judged events ranging over a variety of business aspects. The students also had the chance to network with fellow attendees and professionals, grow their leadership skills, and work towards building a successful career. KHS advisor Mrs. Meersman and her Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter ran the event, and FBLA State Officer Amelia Brackett (VP of Communication) spoke at closing session. Back row…

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Generous donation for officer safety

KINGMAN – On Tuesday, Nov. 26, Scott and Emilie Preston of Preston Investments, presented a check for $5,000 to the Kingman Police Department (KPD) to be used for officer safety. The funds will be used for equipment and supplies that will enhance the safety of KPD officers. During this holiday season the Kingman Police Department is especially thankful for the continued support of our community partners. From left to right, Lt. Brian Zach, Scott Preston, Chief Bob DeVries, Deputy Chief Rusty Cooper. Photo courtesy Kingman Police Department

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Public safety, dumping is a focal point for citizens

MOHAVE COUNTY – A meeting for the Mohave County Board of Supervisors was held on Dec 2. During the meeting three separate issues pertaining to safety and resident welfare were addressed. Amanda Kaufman of Kingman raised concerns about the safety of public roads during the inclement weather. Kaufman spoke about the recent difficulties of the Pine Lake community of the Hualapai Mountains. Kaufman mentioned years of snow and ice storms and drivers struggling to drive safely. Kaufman stated that she witnessed tailgating, loss of motor control, a near accident, and an actual accident, all caused by the icy conditions. “Had…

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