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PHOENIX – Arizona Governor Ducey issued an executive order on Tuesday, March 24, delaying the enforcement of eviction action orders for renters impacted by COVID-19. The order applies to renters who are quarantining due to COVID-19 or are facing economic hardship as a result of the outbreak. It will remain in effect for 120 days.  “Nobody should be forced out of their home because of COVID-19,” said Governor Ducey. “This order is about protecting public health and providing relief to families impacted by this virus — whether through sickness or economic hardship. This is the right thing to do to…

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College is taking more steps to keep students, faculty and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic by moving most classes online, social  distancing and limiting face-to-face interactions. College President Dr. Stacy Klippenstein sent an email to all students and employees on Tuesday, March 24, letting them know about the changes and that the college has moved to Stage 4 of its Pandemic Plan.   “This proactive step will help protect our students, employees and the communities we serve.  It also follows CDC and State Health Department guidelines, and is in line with the response from community…

MOHAVE COUNTY – The confirmation of the first positive case of COVID-19 in Mohave County has triggered the enforcement of Governor Doug Ducey’s Arizona Executive Order 2020-09 in Mohave County. Until further notice, all bars, movie and stage theaters, indoor gyms and fitness clubs in Mohave County, including all those in the incorporated cities of Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City and Kingman, must close to the public immediately. All restaurants must prohibit on-site dining but may continue to provide pick-up, delivery and drive-thru service. All restaurants should also be aware of the temporary modifications in the Executive Order related to the carry…

MOHAVE COUNTY – The tourism sector of the economy is quite vulnerable to the coronavirus. Spring events that draw thousands of people to the tri-state area are being postponed if not canceled due to social distancing protocols and travel restrictions. Kingman Tourism Services Manager Josh Noble said he was advised that the annual Harley River Run is still scheduled but that major Kingman-based events such as the annual Home and Garden show in April and the Route 66 Fun Run in early May have been shut down. “I think we were looking at the CDC’s eightweek recommended guideline for events…

BULLHEAD CITY – Starting Thursday, March 26, the northbound right lane on Hwy. 95 will be closed from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. while permanent signage is being installed for the Corwin/ Hwy. 95 signal. On the evening of March 31, the traffic signal will be activated. There will be extra traffic control and detours posted during final construction. The city would also like to remind motorists to obey all speed limit and construction zone signs in the area. If you have any questions, please call Bullhead City Public Works at (928) 763-9400.