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Kingman Fire Department’s Fire Chief, Jake Rhoades named Arizona Fire Chief’s Association’s Treasurer

During the Arizona Fire Chief’s Association’s annual President’s Forum in Tucson, Kingman Fire Department Fire Chief Jake Rhoades was named the new Treasurer. AFCA President Scott Freitag states, “Jake has shown true dedication and leadership as the Chair of the AFCA’s Fire Service Mutual Aid Committee, and has been an active member of the association during his tenure here in Arizona.” Freitag adds, “He is recognized for his fiscal knowledge through the work he has done as the fire chief of Kingman as well as his vast prior experience. To that end, the AFCA Board of Directors felt that he…

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Lee Greenwood, The Gatlin Brothers to appear

LAUGHLIN, Nev. – The Edgewater Event Center will host Lee Greenwood and The Gatlin Brothers  for one showing only on Friday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. Enjoy a night of country music. Greenwood is known for his hits such as “God Bless the USA,” “It Turns Me Inside Out,” and “Hopelessly Yours.” The Gatlin Brothers will perform hits such as “Broken Lady” and “All the Gold in California”. For ticket information call 702-198-5111.

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BCFD Annual Fire Prevention and Life Safety Fair

The Bullhead City Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” The campaign works to educate everyone about the small but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe.  NFPA statistics show that in 2017, U.S. fire departments responded to 357,000 home structure fires. These fires caused 2,630 fire deaths and 10,600 fire injuries. On average, seven people died in a fire…

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BCFD Community Risk Reduction Clown Troupe

The Bullhead City Fire Department’s Community Risk Reduction Clowning program has become a community favorite and an effective way for our members to teach Fire and Life Safety messages at our local elementary schools. This week our troupe hit the ground running as we gear up for Fire Prevention Week, which runs from October 6 – October 12.  Their characterization program allows team members to educate more than 2,500 children in the Tri-State area aged Preschool through 4th grade. Every year the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) chose’s a theme that works to educate all ages about the importance of Fire Safety. Utilizing this…

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Lake Havasu youth talent show slated for Oct 24, registration ends Oct 18

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Annual Youth Talent Show brought to you by the Lake Havasu City Parks and Recreation Department through the generous contribution of Lake Havasu Marina, takes place on Thursday, October 24, at 6:00 p.m. on the Stage under the London Bridge. Registrations are currently accepted at the Aquatic Center until Friday, October 18. Music must accompany the registration. There is no fee to participate in this event. Participants may only register for one act with no more than four participants per act. There is a two-minute limit per act as well. Children are encouraged to register and…

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2020 spring hunt applications due by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday

AZGFD providing after-hours assistance began Friday PHOENIX — The deadline to submit 2020 spring hunt applications is fast approaching. Applications for spring turkey, javelina, bison and bear must be received online by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) no later than 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Oct. 8. To apply, visit www.azgfd.gov/hunting/draw. AZGFD is available to assist applicants with the online process. All department offices are equipped with customer computers that can be accessed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Friday, Monday and Tuesday. Customer service representatives also can be reached by calling (602) 942-3000.  In addition, customer service…

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