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Long-term care facilities discussed at BOS special COVID-19 meeting

Pam Wanner6 years ago3 mins

Bullhead City’s COVID-19 hotpot, the Joshua Springs Senior Living facility, was the focus of much of Thursday’s special Mohave County Board of Supervisors meeting in Kingman. Supervisor Hildy Angius said her constituents have raised lots of questions since it became known that some deaths and at least 18 coronavirus infections trace to the long-term care facility. Angius conveyed that many believe the county and its health department should have been more proactive earlier when the outbreak was first detected at Joshua Springs. Deputy Mohave County attorney Ryan Esplin said that the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) has regulatory and…

Aquarius, Edgewater announce June 4 reopening

Pam Wanner6 years ago2 mins

LAUGHLIN, Nev. – Aquarius Casino Resort , located at 1900 S. Casino Dr., and Edgewater Casino Resort , located at 2020 S. Casino Dr., will reopen just in time for summer getaways at 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 4. To welcome visitors back, Aquarius and Edgewater will offer up to a 45 percent discount on all room reservations. “Laughlin has long been a popular destination for summer getaways to take in watersports on the Colorado River and the excitement of the casinos,” said Sean Hammond, vice president and general manager of Aquarius and Edgewater. “We look forward to reopening in time for people…

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NACFD issues burn ban

Pam Wanner6 years ago1 mins

KINGMAN – The Mohave County Board of Supervisors has issued Stage 2 fire restrictions within the entire county. Based on this direction, the Northern Arizona Consolidated Fire District #1 is instituting a fire burn ban effective immediately. The ban includes the prohibition of the sale of consumer fireworks as addressed within the Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) 36-1606. The ban also rescinds any open burn permits issued by the Northern Arizona Consolidated Fire District #1 (NACFD#1) within the last 30 days. No burn permit applications will be accepted until further notice.

BLM announces recreational improvements at Burro Creek Campground

Matthew Wanner6 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Kingman Field Office will begin a four-month restroom renovation project at Burro Creek Campground on June 6, improving facilities that have been in operation since 1991. The project, which is expected to run through October, will update plumbing, including water, septic and vent lines; and will replace most interior fixtures, such as toilets, stall partitions, sinks, water fountains, access doors and vanity mirrors. External improvements will include replacing the roof and installing solar panels for downward shielded lights, which will enhance nighttime safety. Due to construction, visitor access to restroom facilities and…

BLM announces recreational improvements at Burro Creek Campground

Pam Wanner6 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Kingman Field Office will begin a four-month restroom renovation project at Burro Creek Campground on June 6, improving facilities that have been in operation since 1991. The project, which is expected to run through October, will update plumbing, including water, septic and vent lines; and will replace most interior fixtures, such as toilets, stall partitions, sinks, water fountains, access doors and vanity mirrors. External improvements will include replacing the roof and installing solar panels for downward shielded lights, which will enhance nighttime safety. Due to construction, visitor access to restroom facilities and…

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Softball season takes shape

Matthew Wanner6 years ago1 mins

KINGMAN – The Kingman Softball Association (KSA) is taking registration for the summer city league season. City Recreation Coordinator Ryan Fruhwirth said KSA plans to reduce the number of teams but hopes to provide the same number of games in a season that won’t start until late June or early July. Managers can register their teams from 10:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 30 at the Centennial Park crow’s nest where the four main fields are situated, closer to the library. Additional signup dates and times are posted on the KSA Facebook page. Managers are strongly encouraged to communicate…

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Long-term care facilities discussed at BOS special COVID-19 meeting

Aquarius, Edgewater announce June 4 reopening

NACFD issues burn ban

BLM announces recreational improvements at Burro Creek Campground

BLM announces recreational improvements at Burro Creek Campground

Softball season takes shape

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