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KINGMAN - The Kingman Area Retirees’ Association (KASRA)

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The de-evolving church. I think this may be

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Stockton Hill and Gordon road closure starting Monday

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman is notifying residents and

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Olympic Village, Torch Run to be held in

KINGMAN - Special Olympics Arizona (SOA) will be

Two Arizona State Parks and Trails programs earn Environmental Excellence

PHOENIX – On Saturday, March 8, Arizona State Parks and

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Mohave College begins the search for a new

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave College president Dr. Stacy

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KRMC’s Day in the Park is April 13

Kingman Regional Medical Center will host a “Day in the Park”, scheduled for Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Centennial Park. This free event promotes healthy living by encouraging participants to walk the path at Centennial Park and along the way to visit vendor booths for tips and information about health and wellness in our community. Included will be live fitness demonstrations, raffles and prizes for participants. 

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Clean City Commission issues grant opportunity

City of Kingman Clean City Commission (CCC) is sponsoring the Chuck Gibson Community Challenge Award for local youth organizations and clubs which encourage youth participation in community projects. The CCC will provide matching funds of up to $100 for six awarded groups for their community projects. Partial funding maybe awarded as well. Your organization/club must conduct a project that benefits the community such as a clean-up, tree planting, or a beautification project.  For ideas about your project you can visit the National Arbor Day Foundation at www.arborday.org or Keep America Beautiful at www.kab.org. In order to be considered, submit an application to the Kingman CCC no later than April…

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Spring Craft Fair slated for April 6

Kathryn Heidenreich Adult Center (KHAC) in Kingman will host its annual Spring Craft Fair Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair will feature arts and crafts vendors, handmade items, commercial vendors, a bake sale, and raffle prizes including a full size quilt. Lunch of barbecue pork sandwich, bag of chips and a beverage will be available for $5 beginning at 11 a.m. KHAC is located at 1776 Airway Ave., 928-757-2778.

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Coffee with the Mayor, City Manager April 5

Join Lake Havasu City Mayor Cal Sheehy and City Manager Jess Knudson for coffee and casual conversation next Friday, April 5, at the Aquatic/Community Center outside courtyard area, located at 100 Park Avenue, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Residents are encouraged to attend to express any issues, concerns, or questions. The meeting does not require an RSVP, as it is an informal come-and-go setting. For more information, please contact the Mayor’s Office at 928-453-4152.

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Four pounds of meth seized in downtown Kingman

More than four pounds of methamphetamine and nearly six ounces of heroin was found in an SUV following a Wednesday afternoon traffic stop in Kingman. Two handguns, several cell phones, tablets, two scales and a couple of syringes were also seized, according to the Mohave County Sheriff’s office. Department spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said patrolling deputies recognized the vehicle from previous contacts. She said they also observed the passenger to be Nicholas Mitchell Markham, a 35-year-old Kingman man whom they knew to be named in an arrest warrant. Mortensen said that the SUV also lacked a functioning brake light and that…

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Carter acquitted in drug, weapons case

A key mistake by the prosecutor prompted Mohave County Superior Court Judge Rick Lambert to order direct verdicts of acquittal in the trial of a Mohave Valley man. Joseph Carter, 52, faced a possible lengthy prison sentence had he been convicted of possession of dangerous drugs and drug paraphernalia and two misconduct involving weapons charges. The trial opened in Kingman on Tuesday and deputy Mohave County Attorney Jaimye Ashley rested her case early Wednesday afternoon. In what is known as a Rule 20 motion, defense attorney Melissa Barry asked Judge Lambert to order direct verdicts of acquittal on the basis…

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