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The fallacy in cherry picking

Dear Editor, During the recent Trump administration’s U.S.

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Safe evacuation in Lake Havasu City garage fire

LAKE HAVASU CITY – At approximately 11:30 p.m.

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Rhythm & Brews festival returns for third year

KINGMAN — The Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce

Nancy Griffith Terhaar

March 12, 1948 – May 29, 2026 Nancy,

Volunteers help expand innovative Colorado River Fish Habitat

BULLHEAD CITY — Twenty volunteers from Bullhead City

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Scam artists apprehended in Starbucks parking lot

KINGMAN – An alleged scam artist was arrested

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Border fire contained

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Bureau of Land Management reports 100% containment of a wildfire that scorched 77 acres in extreme north Mohave County, just south of the Utah border near Interstate 15. The Black Fire was first spotted at midmorning Wednesday, May 8. Four engines, one water tender and a Type 3 helicopter worked the incident. Crews continue patrolling the fire, mopping up any hotspots. Dave Hawkins

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Kingman bobcat captured, confirmed rabies

KINGMAN – Mohave County Department of Public Health was notified of an incident which involves a bobcat, a wild animal. The animal tested positive for rabies in the Aquarius Mountain area (east of Kingman, off I-40). The county’s Public Health Nurses are working with the humans exposed to the bobcat while Game and Fish and Animal Control are dealing with the animal exposed. The rabies virus causes severe damage to the central nervous system causing erratic behavior and death. Human exposures to rabid animals are usually rare and can be treated through prompt administration of anti-rabies vaccine and rabies immune globulin. If…

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KALP launches summer tutoring session

KINGMAN – The Kingman Area Literacy Program (KALP) is excited to announce the launch of its summer tutoring session aimed at enhancing the reading skills of children in second to sixth grade. The summer session is set to begin in June 2024 and volunteers will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children by helping them improve their reading abilities and confidence. Teaching or tutoring experience is not required as volunteers will receive training, resources, and support thanks to Cookie Barron, KALP’s new Small Group Tutoring Coordinator. Barron has a Master’s in Special Education and…

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Chillin’ on Beale

KINGMAN – Bring your car to downtown Kingman for a fun time on Saturday, May 18. Classics, customs, creatives, motorcycles, EVs, you name it will be on display! Cruise on down to Beale Street for music, good food, and down-home Kingman atmosphere! Chillin’ on Beale is free and open to the public – vehicle spots open. May’s theme is Tribute to the Military. The event runs from 3 to 6 p.m. Call Gene Kirkham at 714-488-1843 for more information.

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MCC Bullhead recognizes students for outstanding academic, service achievements

BULLHEAD CITY – Mohave Community College Bullhead Campus held its Student Recognition Awards Ceremony Tuesday, April 30 to celebrate them for their outstanding achievements in the classroom, student clubs and service. Students were celebrated among family, friends and MCC employees. This year, Lisa Wolf received The Anthony Dominguez Student Leader of the Year Award which recognizes a student who embodies an appreciation for diversity and mutual respect. The award is named after MCC student Anthony Dominguez, who was named Vice President of Student Activities Council for the 2022-2023 year. Dominguez engaged fearlessly, lived authentically, and was planning to build and…

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Bullhead City seeks contributions towards Senior Campus Adult Activities Center 

BULLHEAD CITY – The City of Bullhead City has launched a new fundraising campaign to support the Adult Activity Center expansion of the Senior Campus. This project aims to create a welcoming and accessible space for active seniors to enjoy various activities, promoting their physical health and well-being, creativity, and socialization. To make this project a reality, the Bullhead City community is being called upon to support it generously. By donating to this cause, anyone can directly impact seniors’ lives and create a vibrant hub for senior activities in the city. Any contribution, no matter the size, will have a…

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