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UniSource Energy Services warns of ongoing cam Efforts

MOHAVE COUNTY – UniSource Energy Services is warning residents and business owners to protect themselves from suspicious phone calls, text messages, letters and visits in the light of ongoing attempts from scammers falsely claiming to work for the company. UniSource has joined more than 100 other electric, gas and water utilities in North America in an awareness campaign designed to help customers recognize the high-pressure techniques used in ongoing scams. Most of the concerns involve someone claiming to be a UniSource employee and threatening to disconnect their electric service unless they made immediate payments – often giving them an hour or…

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Annual Boombox Parade is Dec. 6

BULLHEAD CITY – The Colorado River Women’s Council will host their annual Boombox Parade on Friday, Dec. 6 beginning at 6 p.m. This year’s theme is Spirit of Giving: Christmas Around the World. Boombox entries must be pre-registered and check in on Langford Dr. beginning at 3 p.m. Floats are required to check in by 5 p.m. All entries must have a boom box and tuned to 104.9 FM. The parade will end on Alonas Way near City Hall. The City of Bullhead City will host Winter Fest immediately after the parade at Riverview Mall. For information or to register…

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Generous donation for officer safety

KINGMAN – On Tuesday, Nov. 26, Scott and Emilie Preston of Preston Investments, presented a check for $5,000 to the Kingman Police Department (KPD) to be used for officer safety. The funds will be used for equipment and supplies that will enhance the safety of KPD officers. During this holiday season the Kingman Police Department is especially thankful for the continued support of our community partners. From left to right, Lt. Brian Zach, Scott Preston, Chief Bob DeVries, Deputy Chief Rusty Cooper. Photo courtesy Kingman Police Department

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Public safety, dumping is a focal point for citizens

MOHAVE COUNTY – A meeting for the Mohave County Board of Supervisors was held on Dec 2. During the meeting three separate issues pertaining to safety and resident welfare were addressed. Amanda Kaufman of Kingman raised concerns about the safety of public roads during the inclement weather. Kaufman spoke about the recent difficulties of the Pine Lake community of the Hualapai Mountains. Kaufman mentioned years of snow and ice storms and drivers struggling to drive safely. Kaufman stated that she witnessed tailgating, loss of motor control, a near accident, and an actual accident, all caused by the icy conditions. “Had…

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No injuries in house fire

LAKE HAVASU CITY – At approximately 2:00 a.m. on Friday, November 30 , a fire was reported by the homeowner in the 3000 block of Janet Drive. The occupants discovered fire in the garage and evacuated the residence. The first arriving fire company reported heavy fire in the garage area with the fire quickly turning into defensive fire conditions. Five engine companies, one truck company, two battalion chief’s, and a division chief responded to the fire and gained control of the fire within 80 minutes. There were no reported injuries. A second alarm was called to bring in additional resources….

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Asphalt pavement repair at Oro Grande Blvd Wednesday

LAKE HAVASU CITY – To fix the failed pavement section at Oro Grande Boulevard, caused by a water main break, the Lake Havasu City Maintenance Services Division is closing Oro Grande Boulevard in both directions from Yattahhey Drive to Osage Drive. Work is scheduled to occur between 6:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Wednesday December 4, subject to weather and other conditions. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes, allow themselves extra travel time and follow all construction signage. For more information, please contact Lake Havasu City Public Works Department at 928-855-3377.

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