Category: Community News

Extension cord may have been cause of blaze BULLHEAD CITY – Three adults and a child were displaced when their mobile home was damaged by fire on Sunday, March 22. No one was injured. According to a Bullhead City Fire Department (BHCFD)  spokesperson, the fire possibly started by a faulty power cord. BHCFD would like to remind the public about the hidden dangers of extension cords. They are not made for permanent use. Extension cords should never be run through walls, doorways, ceiling, or floors. Never use a cord that feels hot or that are damaged in any way and…

MOHAVE COUNTY – A second coronavirus case has been confirmed in Mohave County. The first COVID-9 infection announced Tuesday night is traced to the Lake Havasu City area. During a Wednesday press conference it was announced that a second confirmed case emanates from the Bullhead City area. Mohave County officials encourage citizen and business compliance with advisories issued by the Centers for Disease Control, Arizona Department of Health Services and Arizona Governor Doug Ducey. Dave Hawkins

BULLHEAD CITY – The Bullhead City Elementary School District expects to roll out plans Wednesday afternoon, March 25, for students’ offsite distance learning programs during the State-mandated school closure through at least April 10. Teachers will distribute lessons two ways.  Students with internet access and the necessary technology will have online classes.  Those who do not have internet access will receive classwork in packets delivered via school buses at designated stops and times.  Those bus schedules are also being finalized. District representatives have been calling parents and guardians to determine students’ internet capabilities.  “The extremely high number of local households…

BULLHEAD CITY – The River Fund has been enlisted to help organize the community’s emergency response to COVID-19. A hotline has been set up to assist the needs of our community during this time of uncertainty: (928) 763-0182. The River Fund, Inc. and the City of Bullhead City are coordinating efforts to organize resources to assist those impacted by COVID-19. The (928) 763-0182 call center will be handling requests from individuals and families facing hardships and coordinating these through community social service groups. The hotline is also for those who would like to donate items such as money, food, water,…