Category: Community News

KINGMAN – On Friday, March 29, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day was observed at Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Kingman. The ceremony was hosted and coordinated by the Vietnam Veterans of America, (VVA) Chapter 995 in Kingman. The Vietnam Veterans Recognition Act was signed into law in 2017. designating March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day. This date is significant as it indicates the end of the Vietnam War and the return of U.S. troops to American soil. President of the VVA and U.S. Army veteran, Lee Elder, officiated.  Elder is also Chaplain for the Marine Corps League Dean W. Reiter…

KINGMAN – Scores of dogs and cats will soon abandon weathered and worn-out kennels at a dilapidated downtown Kingman facility to transition to more comfortable confinement at Mohave County’s brand-new animal shelter at 3629 Burbank St. Woodruff Construction is wrapping up its year-long building campaign and will turn the 9,000 sq. ft. facility over to Animal Shelter Director Nicole Mangiameli at a date uncertain later this month. Staff has engaged in planning for the mid-to-late April move to the new shelter. “Our goal would be completing the move in one working day. We have our volunteers with their own vehicles…

KINGMAN – Mohave County is contemplating using its fairgrounds facilities in Kingman for recreation. The Board of Supervisors takes up a staff recommendation to resurface the floor of the Exposition Center to accommodate pickleball play at the meeting on Monday, April 1.Backup material notes the surge in popularity of the sport across America, pickleball play demand exceeding capacity in Kingman and the under-utilization of the Exposition Center building at the Mohave County Fairgrounds complex.“The Exposition Center at the Mohave County Fairgrounds has undergone recent interior improvements, and it is well positioned to serve dual purpose in providing indoor, climate controlled…

BOULDER CITY, Nev. – This report informs the public and partners of Lake Mead National Recreation Area of safety concerns, scheduled maintenance, trail closures, concessioner information, and events that may impact the use of park resources over the next two weeks.  Notes for Visitors      Marinas/Ramps/Harbors/Beaches – Dates and times are approximate and may be adjusted due to inclement weather, staff, or mechanical issues. For the most current launch ramp status, check https://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/conditions.htm.  Trail Closures – None     Concessioners are listed alphabetically        Callville Bay Marina – With elevated water levels, the concrete boat ramp is currently open and managed by the marina. The ramp has been widened…

Easter will soon be over. For some it is a relief. A great many in our population attend church twice a year (Christmas being the other time) and are often the butt of unkind jokes within pastoral circles. Exhibit A: “I sometimes make a joke as they arrive for the Easter service,” says Bishop Audrey Bronson, pastor of the Sanctuary Church of the Open Door at 59th and Walnut Streets. “I say, ‘Merry Christmas!’” “They do a kind of double take, and I say, ‘Well, I know I won’t see you again till Christmas; I just wanted to be the…