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AZGFD delivers on promise to provide quicker draw results

It started decades ago with names being scribbled on small pieces of paper, inserted into empty capsules and then deposited into a container from which the lucky few would be drawn, often by a youngster chosen from the crowd in the State Capitol Annex Building. Over the years, actual paper applications would be dumped into a raffle ticket drum and given a spin under the guidance of law enforcement officials — and under the watchful eye of hopeful hunters who would be packed into the annex building’s rotunda. Eventually, applications could be mailed or dropped off at any department office…

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2020 Women Making History nominations open

KINGMAN – The 2020 Kingman Women Making History has been scheduled for Sunday March 1 at the Mohave Museum of History and Arts. This year’s theme is Valiant Women of the Vote. As in the past, the 36th annual award ceremony will honor outstanding women in the Kingman community. This event is held in conjunction with the National Women’s History Month which focuses on the rich and inspiring heritage of women’s contributions. In Kingman and the surrounding area nominations are accepted in the following categories: The Arts, Business, Education, Pioneering, Professions, Public Service, Religion/Inspirational, Volunteerism or a category not specified…

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New flood maps proposed for county

MOHAVE COUNTY – An open house has been scheduled to help inform the owners of hundreds of property parcels that may be impacted by updated flood maps proposed for portions of South Mohave Valley and Fort Mojave Tribal lands. The January 30 open house that runs from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. will take place at River Valley High School, located at 2250 Laguna Road. Mohave County Flood Control District Engineer Paul Baughman said 348 structures are being removed from the floodplain in the new maps that are proposed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “Many property owners will benefit…

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Former Dist. 5 Supervisor seeks Dist. 1 nomination Runs on past accomplishments, conservative values

MOHAVE COUNTY – Rebecca L. (Becky) Foster has announced that she is seeking the Republican nomination for the Mohave County District 1 Supervisor seat. “Supervisor Watson’s retirement presents an opportunity to run for the position which comprises much of the district I used to represent in the original District 5,” stated Foster. “I am the only candidate running who has actual experience as a county supervisor; and I am running because I absolutely love the job and can provide excellent representation,” she indicated. “Representation is what I am about.” Some may be surprised to see that Foster is running as…

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Kingman residents asked to complete online survey

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman is conducting a comprehensive quality of life survey. The mail-in survey was delivered to 1,700 Kingman residents, and now the city is hoping to have greater participation through the online survey. Residents will be able to complete the survey by visiting the city’s website at www.cityofkingman.gov, or residents can go directly to the survey at https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5338455/NCS-Kingman-AZ-2019-NONSCI. “We’re very excited to be conducting this survey, for only the second time,” says City Manager Ron Foggin. “This survey will help city team members and Council identify priorities for the community and improve the quality of life.”…

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Bullhead City announces Public Works projects

BULLHEAD CITY – The City of Bullhead City Public Works Department has the following projects going on in addition to regular work around the city during the week of December 16: ·            City crews will be performing city wide sewer cleaning in various neighborhoods. ·            City crews will be performing city wide sewer video inspection. ·            City crews will be performing city wide street sweeping in various neighborhoods. ·            City crews will be performing city wide traffic and street light maintenance and repairs in various locations throughout the city. ·            City crews will be performing weed abatement city wide, this will consist of mechanical control…

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