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Stuart rejects plea deal in Havasu fentanyl transport

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Pavement striping scheduled on Hualapai Mountain Road June

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BHC Police Chief announces retirement

BULLHEAD CITY – Bullhead City Chief of Police Brian Williamson has announced his retirement. Chief Williamson’s last day serving Bullhead City will be September 1. Chief Williamson recently notified City Manager Toby Cotter of his pending retirement, but he has been planning his retirement for many months. Chief Williamson had already entered the DROP Program (Deferred Retirement Option Plan) as part of the state’s public safety retirement system.  “Chief Williamson has been a great Chief of Police for Bullhead City,” Cotter said. “He has been a rock for the department and the City. His commitment to the community, city government…

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Independence Day celebrations: Whether you are staying home or going out, please follow safety guidelines

KINGMAN – 4th of July Fireworks:A fireworks show for the whole family.The fireworks are launched from the Mohave County Fairgrounds, but entrance into the Fairgrounds will not be permitted this year. Please view the fireworks show from another location. Fireworks begin at 9:00 pm. For more information, contact 928-753-2636. LAKE HAVASU CITY – Independence Day is celebrated with a different flare this year. The celebration requires an effort from residents and visitors to be responsible and respectful by maintaining physical distance, in accordance with CDC recommendations. The community is invited to enjoy the fireworks show from their cars, boats, homes, city…

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Independence Day celebrations: Whether you are staying home or going out, please follow safety guidelines

KINGMAN – 4th of July Fireworks:A fireworks show for the whole family.The fireworks are launched from the Mohave County Fairgrounds, but entrance into the Fairgrounds will not be permitted this year. Please view the fireworks show from another location. Fireworks begin at 9:00 pm. For more information, contact 928-753-2636. LAKE HAVASU CITY – Independence Day is celebrated with a different flare this year. The celebration requires an effort from residents and visitors to be responsible and respectful by maintaining physical distance, in accordance with CDC recommendations. The community is invited to enjoy the fireworks show from their cars, boats, homes, city…

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County prepares polling places amid pandemic

MOHAVE COUNTY – Planning is underway to provide the safest environment possible for Mohave County voters who choose to visit any of the 36 polling places during the August 4 primary election. Elections Director Allen Tempert said pandemic protection provisions will include use of throw-away q-tips for voter sign in. “And every person gets their own pen to mark their ballot. They can take it home or throw it away,” Tempert said. “Each voter will get their own personal, disposable marking device.” Tempert said masks will be optional for poll workers and voters. “There will be sanitizer at the entrance/exit…

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Scam Alert

LAKE HAVASU CITY -The Lake Havasu City Police Department wants to warn the community about fraudulent scams that are occurring in Lake Havasu City utilizing a mobile application form of payment.  One of the current scams involve the victim being asked to send money to an unknown subject through the mobile payment application Zelle to take part in an investment opportunity. Once the Zelle transaction is complete, the victim receives a fraudulent check in the mail from the unknown subject, and in return, is asked to continue sending money through Zelle for additional investment profits. A second scam involving the…

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Scam Alert

LAKE HAVASU CITY -The Lake Havasu City Police Department wants to warn the community about fraudulent scams that are occurring in Lake Havasu City utilizing a mobile application form of payment.  One of the current scams involve the victim being asked to send money to an unknown subject through the mobile payment application Zelle to take part in an investment opportunity. Once the Zelle transaction is complete, the victim receives a fraudulent check in the mail from the unknown subject, and in return, is asked to continue sending money through Zelle for additional investment profits. A second scam involving the…

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