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Labor Day Traffic and DUI Enforcement

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu City Police Department is conducting enhanced traffic and DUI enforcement during the Labor Day Holiday weekend, Friday September 4, through Monday September 7. The Lake Havasu City Police Department reminds everyone participating in Labor Day Holiday festivities to enjoy the weekend responsibly. Participants are encouraged to arrange for a designated driver or utilize one of the many ride sharing options available throughout the city. The Lake Havasu City Police Department’s mission is to ensure a safe and secure community. With an increased number of visitors expected in the community, we ask that you…

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Labor Day Traffic and DUI Enforcement

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu City Police Department is conducting enhanced traffic and DUI enforcement during the Labor Day Holiday weekend, Friday September 4, through Monday September 7. The Lake Havasu City Police Department reminds everyone participating in Labor Day Holiday festivities to enjoy the weekend responsibly. Participants are encouraged to arrange for a designated driver or utilize one of the many ride sharing options available throughout the city. The Lake Havasu City Police Department’s mission is to ensure a safe and secure community. With an increased number of visitors expected in the community, we ask that you…

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Public safety members see retirement

MOHAVE COUNTY – Bullhead City last week celebrated the career of newly-retired police chief Brian Williamson. Manager Toby Cotter told Bullhead City council members that the police department is in good hands with longtime Capt. Dennis DeSantis now serving as Acting Chief while the city searches for its next top cop. “He’s going to help me as we transition through this process to name our new permanent Chief,” Cotter said. “In the meantime, his (DeSantis’) retirement date is slated for June the 4th, so we’ve got a little bit of time to work through the process.” Two Kingman residents ended…

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Public safety members see retirement

MOHAVE COUNTY – Bullhead City last week celebrated the career of newly-retired police chief Brian Williamson. Manager Toby Cotter told Bullhead City council members that the police department is in good hands with longtime Capt. Dennis DeSantis now serving as Acting Chief while the city searches for its next top cop. “He’s going to help me as we transition through this process to name our new permanent Chief,” Cotter said. “In the meantime, his (DeSantis’) retirement date is slated for June the 4th, so we’ve got a little bit of time to work through the process.” Two Kingman residents ended…

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Roper takes helm at KALP

KINGMAN – After starting the Kingman Area Literacy Program (KALP) seven years ago, director Chris Meisenheimer is retiring. “I started this program because teaching people to read is one of the best ways to lift them out of poverty,” said Meisenheimer. “Literacy’s value cannot be underestimated.” KALP tutors provide free tutoring to people of all ages, abilities and needs. Tutors have helped students with reading, writing, math, GED, English as a second language, and citizenship tests. Students and tutors identify goals together and meet in public spaces to work on those goals. Meisenheimer is leaving the program in the hands…

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LHC announces First Havasu Restaurant Week, Sept. 18-27

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu Hospitality Association and Sysco Foods are inviting locals and visitors to take a break by the lake next month by enjoying the first Havasu Restaurant Week, Sept. 18-27. Lake Havasu City’s creative chefs will dazzle patrons with culinary classics and gourmet achievements. For 10 days, people can channel their inner foodie and enjoy meals at over a dozen top restaurants at discounted prices. In fact,prix fixe menus will start, depending on the restaurant, at $35 per person or $35 for two, including a starter, entrée and dessert (excluding tax, gratuity and beverages). Participating…

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