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Dear Editor, Fall has arrived. This is not

International Peace Day observed around the world and

KINGMAN, Ariz. – International Peace Day (IPD) was

Topock School Board meeting calmer than usual Thursday

TOPOCK, Ariz. – For the very first time,

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Kingman police chase ends in RV park

KINGMAN, Ariz. – The Kingman Police Department (KPD)

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Colombian charged with 18 child-sex offenses

KINGMAN, Ariz. – A Kingman resident from Colombia

Work continues to restore water services at Grand

GRAND CANYON, Ariz. – Grand Canyon National Park

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Essential services: List provides clarity for business owners, workers

“Essential services” to include: Health care and public health operations, including hospitals, public health entities, distributors of personal protective equipment and biotechnology companies; Human services operations, including those that provide services for the elderly, those with developmental disabilities, foster and adoption children and the homeless; Infrastructure operations, including food production, utility operators, construction and internet providers; Government functions, including first responders, emergency management personnel, 911 operators, child protection staff, welfare providers and more; Business operations, including grocery and medicine providers, outdoor recreation; Organizations that provide charitable and social services, including religious and secular non-profit organizations and food banks; Media organizations,…

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Governor Ducey, Superintendent Hoffman announce extension of school closures through end of school year

PHOENIX⁠ — Governor Doug Ducey and Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman today announced the extension of Arizona school closures through the end of the school year. The extension follows updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and an announcement from the White House extending physical distancing guidelines until April 30, 2020.  Governor Ducey and Superintendent Hoffman released the following joint statement: “In alignment with yesterday’s updated federal guidance, today we are announcing the extension of school closures through the remainder of the school year. Today’s announcement is intended to give parents and educators as much certainty as…

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City street improvements continue

LAKE HAVASU CITY – To facilitate improvements to city streets and intersections, the city is temporarily closing the intersection to through traffic at Swanson Avenue and Smoketree Avenue, from 5:00 a.m. Monday, March 30 through 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 31. Business access on Smoketree Avenue is maintained. The public is requested to use caution, follow detour signs when traveling near the construction area, and use alternate routes accordingly. As always, your patience in dealing with these traffic impacts is appreciated. Dates and construction activities may vary depending on weather and other unknown factors. For more information, contact Lake Havasu City…

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City street improvements continue

LAKE HAVASU CITY – To facilitate improvements to city streets and intersections, the city is temporarily closing the intersection to through traffic at Swanson Avenue and Smoketree Avenue, from 5:00 a.m. Monday, March 30 through 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 31. Business access on Smoketree Avenue is maintained. The public is requested to use caution, follow detour signs when traveling near the construction area, and use alternate routes accordingly. As always, your patience in dealing with these traffic impacts is appreciated. Dates and construction activities may vary depending on weather and other unknown factors. For more information, contact Lake Havasu City…

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BHC continues clean up, roadwork

Public Works Infrastructure Schedule BULLHEAD CITY -The City of Bullhead City Public Works Department has the following projects going on in addition to regular work around the city during the week of March 30: ·            Wastewater wants to remind you please only flush human waste; toilet paper & grey water please do not flush any wipes and paper or non-paper products.  Please see the video on Bullhead City’s Facebook page. ·            City crews will be performing city wide sewer cleaning in various neighborhoods. ·            City crews will be performing city wide sewer video inspection. ·            City crews will be performing city wide street sweeping…

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Road work and chip sealing next week

MOHAVE COUNTY – The citizens of Mohave County can expect the following activity from Mohave County Public Works during the week of March 30: Arizona Strip: Road grading on 1) Mt. Trumbull Loop and 2) Mt. Dellenbaugh Rd. in Colorado City. Kingman: Road grading on Calle Lucero. Crews will repairing pot holes and making right-of-way repairs in the Butler area and removing debris from culverts along Stockton Hill Rd. Hackberry: Road grading on 1) Antares Rd. and 2) Brooks Blvd. Wikieup: Road grading on Signal Rd. Yucca: Road grading on 1) Planet Ranch Rd., 2) Alamo Rd. from Mile 30…

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