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Kingman movie maker, Neel Patel’s new film, “Mr. Deshee” is finished.

Neel Patel is a producer and writer, known for the films, “Attack of the Unknown,” “Space Captain,” and “Callista.” Patel’s new film, “Mr. Deshee” focuses on what Patel says is, “A very hot topic in the USA presently.” That topic is illegal immigrants coming from India to the United States via Mexico. Patel says, “Most people think that only Mexicans cross American boarders rather than people from all over the world.” Patel continues, “However, people go to South American, and then they cross the border to get to the USA. There are many people from India that have come in…

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Couch sentenced to five years for possession charge

A distraught Bullhead City woman begged for reconsideration when it became clear that a judge was rejecting probation and  sending her to prison during a May 3 sentencing hearing in Kingman. Debra Couch, 53, told Mohave County Superior Court Judge Derek Carlisle she entered a plea agreement resolving two drug cases hoping to avoid prison. “I would have won at trial,” Couch said. “Ms. Couch. You didn’t take it to trial. You pled guilty,” Judge Carlisle responded. Carlisle told Couch that her guilty plea to attempted possession of dangerous drugs for sale discounted her claim that she was merely present in…

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Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day Friday, May 17

The Arizona Game and Fish Department, together with boating professionals and enthusiasts nationwide, will demonstrate the importance of remaining safe on the water by participating in Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day on Friday, May 17. The annual event, hosted by the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) serves as a fun, educational element ahead of National Safe Boating Week, which runs from Saturday, May 18 to Friday, May 24. The event helps to raise awareness of different life jacket types, while demonstrating their comfort and versatility by wearing them to work. “There really is no reason not to wear…

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North Kingman shooting update

A Monday shooting in north Kingman is under investigation by the Mohave County Sheriff’s office. Deputies responded to the 4800 block of Jagerson Lane at approximately 8:00 p.m. “A 27-year-old white male had sustained gunshot wounds during an altercation in a vehicle,” an agency news release stated. “The victim was shot twice and was able to exit the vehicle to get to a nearby residence for assistance.” Chief Deputy Sheriff Dean Mckie said the victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of what appeared to be non-life-threatening injuries. Detectives are trying to identify the shooting suspect who is…

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Finding of No Significant Impact signed for the Transcanyon Water Distribution Pipeline project in Grand Canyon National Park

May 8, the National Park Service finalized a plan to provide a reliable water delivery system, improve water quality, and meet water supply needs at the South Rim and in the Cross Canyon Corridor in Grand Canyon National Park.  “The pipeline plays a critical role in supporting park operations and supplies all potable water to the park’s South Rim and Cross Canyon Corridor,” said Kristine Provenzano, National Park Service manager for the project. Water transported by the pipeline supports more than 6 million annual visitors and approximately 2,500 year-round residents.   A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) was signed…

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Peace Officers’ Memorial Service May 15

The Bullhead City Police Department would like to invite members of the media and community to attend the Peace Officers’ Memorial Service on Wednesday, May 15 at 9 a.m. to recognize and pay respect to our fallen heroes. Peace Officers’ Memorial Day honors those law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The Peace Officers’ Memorial Service will be held outside the City Council Chambers, 1255 Marina Boulevard, in front of the flag poles. For more information please contact the Bullhead City Police Department at (928) 763-9200.

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