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A new season

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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Game and Fish offer online services

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is committed to staying connected with its customers and continuing to provide exceptional service. AZGFD’s highest priority is the safety and wellness of customers, staff, partners and volunteers. As a reminder, outdoor enthusiasts can conduct most department business without having to visit any of the seven statewide offices. The following products and services are available online 24/7 by visiting www.azgfd.gov. Fishing, hunting, and combo licenses (including duplicates), and migratory bird stamps.  (www.azgfd.com/license/) Watercraft registration renewals. (www.azgfd.com/boating/registration/) Off-highway vehicle (OHV) decals. (www.azgfd.com/OHV/Decals/) The following services must be conducted in-person or by U.S. mail: New watercraft…

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Unemployment insurance expanded, income tax deadline extended

PHOENIX⁠ — Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has announced an executive order ensuring those who are out of work or facing economic hardship because of COVID-19 have access to unemployment benefits. The administrative action issued by the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) extends the income tax filing deadline to July 15, to mirror the new federal deadline. “The state of Arizona will continue to take proactive measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 and protect public health,” said Governor Ducey. “These are important steps to get help to Arizonans out of work and struggling to make ends meet because of COVID-19. These are…

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For the Luv of Paws Open House will be held

GOLDEN VALLEY – For the Luv of Paws organizer Cherie DaLynn advises that the domestic animal rescue and sanctuary will continue with its 13th Annual Open House on Saturday and Sunday, March 28 and 29. Hours are Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “All events for our open house are outdoors, with opportunity for people to adhere to social distancing recommendations. There will be no indoor activities,” said DaLynn. There will be opportunity to tour the facilities, meet and interact with dogs, cats, and ferrets, and meet the special guest of…

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For the Luv of Paws Open House will be held

GOLDEN VALLEY – For the Luv of Paws organizer Cherie DaLynn advises that the domestic animal rescue and sanctuary will continue with its 13th Annual Open House on Saturday and Sunday, March 28 and 29. Hours are Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “All events for our open house are outdoors, with opportunity for people to adhere to social distancing recommendations. There will be no indoor activities,” said DaLynn. There will be opportunity to tour the facilities, meet and interact with dogs, cats, and ferrets, and meet the special guest of…

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BLM announces free access to day-use recreation sites

After careful consideration and at the direction of Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, the Bureau of Land Management will temporarily suspend the collection of all entrance fees until further notice. As a result, site-specific day-use fees at BLM recreation sites and areas will be waived for the foreseeable future. Other fees, such as overnight camping, cabin rentals, group day use, and use of special areas, will remain in effect. “I’ve directed the Bureau of Land Management to waive entrance fees at recreation sites and national monuments that remain open. This small step makes it a little easier for the…

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Emergency declaration for county ratified, libraries ordered closed at special BOS meeting

MOHAVE COUNTY – Chairman Jean Bishop’s coronavirus-related emergency declaration for Mohave County on Wednesday was ratified by her colleagues during the Friday, March 20 special meeting of the Board of Supervisors. Public health and safety motivated social distancing recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) were a key consideration of the many matters addressed during what was the Board’s third meeting over five days. Supervisors approved a recommendation to close county library facilities to the public effective immediately for at least 60 days. Library staff will remain at work, performing what functions they can; fines for returning materials late…

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