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Havasu boating accident claims Phoenix man’s life

LAKE HAVASU – One man was killed and another critically injured when two boats collided at Lake Havasu. Public safety officials from Lake Havasu City and Mohave County responded to the incident in the area of Site 6 at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. “Multiple callers advised that two boats had collided and multiple victims were in the water,” said Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Anita Mortensen. She said a large debris field was discovered at the accident scene. “A male victim was found in the debris and pulled from the water by boating deputies,” Mortensen said. “It was also learned that a second…

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Golden Valley house fire claims kids

GOLDEN VALLEY – Two deaths and multiple serious injuries are reported in a Golden Valley house fire. Authorities responded at 12:25 a.m. to the blaze in the 4800 block of N. Elgin road. Mohave County sheriff’s office spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said three adults and five children were in the home when it caught fire. “Two female children, ages 4 and 11, were located deceased inside the residence after the fire was extinguished,” she said. Mortensen said a mother and father, a male roommate and a child were in critical condition following transport to a Las Vegas hospital. “Another child was…

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LHC Site Six closed for repairs

LAKE HAVASU CITY – Lake Havasu City scheduled the closure of the entrance and exit to Site Six, starting Thursday, June 4 at 10 p.m. until Friday, June 5 at 6 a.m. This closure allows for a force main repair, making restrooms functional once again.   By making needed repairs, it is hoped to improve the overall experience for everyone at Site Six. For more information, please contact the Lake Havasu City Parks and Recreation Department at (928) 453-8686.

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Peaceful protest ended in prayer

KINGMAN – A 12-hour-long peaceful demonstration closed with dozens of protesters kneeling in silent prayer at Locomotive Park in downtown Kingman Tuesday. Hundreds of people visited the park under the watchful eyes of at least 30 law enforcement personnel from the Kingman Police Department and Mohave County Sheriff’s office. Members of the Arizona Patriots and a local militia stood by to make certain the protest did not erupt in violence or property damage. More than a dozen soldiers from the Arizona National Guard arrived by helicopter to help keep the peace. Spokesman Maj. Aaron Thacker said the Guard member’s first…

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Peaceful protest ended in prayer

KINGMAN – A 12-hour-long peaceful demonstration closed with dozens of protesters kneeling in silent prayer at Locomotive Park in downtown Kingman Tuesday. Hundreds of people visited the park under the watchful eyes of at least 30 law enforcement personnel from the Kingman Police Department and Mohave County Sheriff’s office. Members of the Arizona Patriots and a local militia stood by to make certain the protest did not erupt in violence or property damage. More than a dozen soldiers from the Arizona National Guard arrived by helicopter to help keep the peace. Spokesman Maj. Aaron Thacker said the Guard member’s first…

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COVID-19 update: 13 new cases, one death

MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ (June 2, 2020) Late Tuesday afternoon, the Mohave County Health Department (MCDPH) Nursing staff was notified of 13 new COVID-19 confirmed cases. Also, there is a death of a person 80-89, a previously reported case in the Bullhead City area. Of the 13 new positive cases, 12 are in the Bullhead City service area. Four cases are under investigation: one of those is 19-29; one is 30-39; two are 60-69.  Four cases are recovering at home and the case is under investigation. One of those is 19-29; one is 40-49; two are 50-59. Two of the Bullhead…

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