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New ground on the horizon

KINGMAN – On the morning of August 26th, Horizon Community Bank held a groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the expansion of their Kingman branch. Several members of HCB’s senior offices—including HCB’s CFO Ross Johnson and CEO/President Ralph Tapscott—met with Kingman officials to commemorate the new project’s beginning. Becky Fawson of the Kingman Chamber of Commercce and Jo Ann Oxsen of the Kingman Route 66 Rotary Club were also in attendance, expressing the community’s excitement about the project. The construction is being conducted by TR Orr, Inc. and HCB hopes to have the new building completed and in full operation…

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New ground on the horizon

KINGMAN – On the morning of August 26th, Horizon Community Bank held a groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the expansion of their Kingman branch. Several members of HCB’s senior offices—including HCB’s CFO Ross Johnson and CEO/President Ralph Tapscott—met with Kingman officials to commemorate the new project’s beginning. Becky Fawson of the Kingman Chamber of Commercce and Jo Ann Oxsen of the Kingman Route 66 Rotary Club were also in attendance, expressing the community’s excitement about the project. The construction is being conducted by TR Orr, Inc. and HCB hopes to have the new building completed and in full operation…

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Joe’s Bang Room: It’s all about the experience

The moment you set foot in Joe’s Bang Room, you realize that this shop is not like any other shop in town. Though they sell an assortment of firearms and firearm accessories, they are also a manufacturer and plan to manufacture their own weapons as well as custom pieces for customers. But while this is certainly an exciting advantage, it is not what sets Joe’s Bang Room apart. Joe Johnson, owner of Joe’s Bang Room, has a unique rapport with his customers. Customers frequently come in to just lounge around, have a cup of coffee, and talk with other patrons…

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Second Laughlin/Bullhead bridge set for construction

LAUGHLIN/BULLHEAD CITY -A second Colorado River bridge linking the communities of Bullhead City in Arizona and Laughlin in Nevada should be under construction within three months, if not sooner. “We’re looking closely at dates for ground breaking and that’s going to be announced soon,” said Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft, whose District A includes Laughlin. “More specifically, my expectation is that on site work will begin before the end of November.” Naft credited former senator Harry Reid of Nevada for securing a federal earmark for nearly $21 million to help fund construction of the four lane, 724′ span. Clark County…

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Southwest Behavioral & Health Services promotes Edward O’Brien to Vice President of Northern Arizona Operations

Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative leader in behavioral health, today announced that Edward O’Brien has been promoted to Vice President of Northern Arizona Operations. In the new role, O’Brien will oversee all northern Arizona operations, including Mohave, Coconino, Yavapai, and Gila counties. O’Brien is a licensed associate substance abuse counselor in Arizona and has extensive experience in rural behavioral health program operations and regional management. During his tenure at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, O’Brien has held several leadership roles, including community outreach specialist, senior team lead, housing coordinator, and most recently, interim regional program director for…

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Southwest Behavioral & Health Services promotes Edward O’Brien to Vice President of Northern Arizona Operations

Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative leader in behavioral health, today announced that Edward O’Brien has been promoted to Vice President of Northern Arizona Operations. In the new role, O’Brien will oversee all northern Arizona operations, including Mohave, Coconino, Yavapai, and Gila counties. O’Brien is a licensed associate substance abuse counselor in Arizona and has extensive experience in rural behavioral health program operations and regional management. During his tenure at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, O’Brien has held several leadership roles, including community outreach specialist, senior team lead, housing coordinator, and most recently, interim regional program director for…

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