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Dolan Springs fire chief arrested, charged with domestic violence

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 years ago2 mins

DOLAN SPRINGS – A tiny fire district headquartered in the rural community of Dolan Springs is under new leadership while its fire chief has been suspended following his arrest. It was announced late Monday morning that firefighter/paramedic Steve Winn is serving as acting Chief of the Lake Mohave Ranchos Fire District (LMRFD). Chief Timothy Dean Bonnee, 40, Kingman, was placed on paid administrative last Friday by virtue of a 4-0 vote during an emergency meeting of the LMRFD governing board.Bonnee was arrested last Thursday for misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct charges. Mohave County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a physical altercation…

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AZGFD urges safe boating practices

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

With summer weather just around the corner, the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) knows that boaters will take advantage of water recreation on open waters throughout the Grand Canyon State. Boaters should not only practice regular safety regulations, but continue to follow social distancing while on the water. Social distancing while boating means: Only boat with members of your household (no guests) Keep your distance when at the fuel dock or ramp Do not raft off any other boats Do not invite guests on your boat Do not dock or beach your boat near others In addition to…

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The (school) show must go on – in some form – even when cancelled

Matthew Wanner7 years ago4 mins

BULLHEAD CITY – When the closure of Arizona schools moved traditional classes online, all extracurricular activities ground to a halt. Much attention was given to the cancellation of athletics. Little public attention was paid to cancellation of many other programs, including the arts, which exist at all eight schools in the Bullhead City Elementary and Colorado River Union High School Districts. The most visible is the cancellation of the stage adaptation of Disney’s Mary Poppins, Mohave High School’s annual spring “Broadway Comes to Bullhead” musical. Slated for this month, students had been working much of the school year on…

Bullhead City still has commission, board seats available

Pam Wanner7 years ago3 mins

BULLHEAD CITY -The City of Bullhead City has various Commission and Board seats available for citizens to serve. The City Clerk’s Office is currently accepting applications from citizens interested in volunteering for the following positions: The Bullhead Area Transit System Commission (BATS) makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the development and maintenance of a public transportation system for the city. Two seats are available with terms expiring on September 30, 2021. The Board of Adjustment hears and decides appeals of actions taken by the Zoning Administrator, and meets on an as-needed basis. There is a residency requirement to serve on the Board of…

Cooper takes top cop spot in Kingman

Matthew Wanner7 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman has a new Police Chief. Rusty Cooper has assumed command of the Kingman Police Department (KPD) where he’s been promoted to the top cop spot after 28 years with the agency. “I’m very excited to be stepping into this role. I’m honored to be able to serve Kingman,” Cooper said. He said he’ll usher in some contemporary change but also carry on the tradition of community commitment and service he inherits from retiring Chief Bob Devries. Cooper said an excellent staff puts him in good position to help steer the community through the COVID-19…

Eight new virus cases, bringing total to 96 for county

Matthew Wanner7 years ago2 years ago2 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ (April 26, 2020) The Mohave County Health Department (MCDPH) Nursing staff was notified late this afternoon eight new COVID-19 positive cases, all in the Kingman service area. The county total is now 96, including 4 deaths. Today (04/26/20) MCDPH-Nursing was notified of seven COVID-19 positive cases in the Kingman service area and one in the Lake Havasu City service area. The Lake Havasu City case is in the 65+ range, is hospitalized, and is epidemiologically linked to another case. Four of the Kingman cases are hospitalized with one in the 45-54 age and an investigation is in process…

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Dolan Springs fire chief arrested, charged with domestic violence

AZGFD urges safe boating practices

The (school) show must go on – in some form – even when cancelled

Bullhead City still has commission, board seats available

Cooper takes top cop spot in Kingman

Eight new virus cases, bringing total to 96 for county

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