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National Night Out is October 2

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 years ago1 mins

BULLHEAD CITY – The Bullhead City Police and Fire Departments will host the 36th Annual National Night Out event on Wednesday, October 2 at Mohave Electric Cooperative. National Night Out is America’s largest crime prevention event that gives people a chance to create neighborhood spirit, heighten crime prevention awareness, and strengthen community and police partnerships. “It is a night for us to stand together to promote awareness, safety and neighborhood unity,” said Bullhead City Police Department’s Community Services Officer Lorrie Duggins. “This will be our 21st year hosting National Night Out with Mohave Electric Cooperative.” This free family event will…

BLM lifts fire restrictions for Colorado River District

Pam Wanner7 years ago3 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – Effective Friday, Sept. 27, at 6 a.m., the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will lift all fire restrictions on public lands administered by the Colorado River District, which includes Lake Havasu, Kingman and Yuma Field Offices. Due to widespread precipitation causing a rise in fuel moisture, it has been determined that the likelihood of wildfire has lessened to the degree that the restrictions can be rescinded. Before going hiking or camping, ensure you are aware of fire regulations, restrictions or area closures. · Metal fire rings or grills should be used where present. Wood placed on a fire…

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Canchola gets prison time for domestic violence

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – Jealousy and relationship insecurity fueled violence between Lake Havasu City girlfriends earlier this year. Case details were spelled out by Judge Billy Sipe Wednesday, Sept. 25, as he imposed a 4.75-year prison sentence for Nancy Canchola, 39. Judge Sipe said Canchola suspected her 29-year-old girlfriend had been cheating on her when she returned after 3:00 a.m. on Valentine’s Day to their home in the 1200 block of Anacapa Drive. Sipe said Canchola tried to prevent the victim from leaving the residence when she pushed her while possessing a handgun. Canchola pleaded guilty to domestic violence and had been…

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Dink for Pink Pickleball Tournament set

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

BULLHEAD CITY – The City of Bullhead City’s Recreation Division is getting ready to serve up another exciting sports tournament. The Second Annual Dink for Pink Pickleball Tournament is being held October 3 through 5 at the Rotary Park Pickeleball Courts. You can register for the tournament at www.pickleballtournaments.com. Registration is $30 and will close this Friday, September 27. The tournament is for ages 19 and over and will offer three divisions: singles, mixed doubles and doubles. “Pickleball is one of the fastest growing Recreational activities out there and we are very pleased with the opportunity to host tournaments at…

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Parents charged in child abuse, drug case

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 years ago1 mins

KINGMAN – A five-year old girl and an older sibling have been removed from a Kingman home that has been condemned and declared uninhabitable. Kingman police said the girl opened the door while her mother hid in another room when police arrived Tuesday to assist a Department of Child Safety investigation at a home in the 700 block of Ridgecrest Drive. Michael Anthony Gurney, 39, and his wife Donna Ann Gurney, 43, were initially arrested on charges associated with previously issued warrants. Child abuse and drug related charges were added after authorities observed methamphetamine and assorted drug paraphernalia in plain…

Treasurer’s office to open satellite offices

Pam Wanner7 years ago1 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave County Treasurer Cindy Landa Cox has announced the dates, addresses, and office hours for the Bullhead and Lake Havasu Cities’ temporary satellite offices. The temporary satellite offices will be open from Monday, October 28, through Friday, November 1 in Bullhead City at Mohave Electric Cooperative, 928 Hancock Road; and in Lake Havasu City at the Mohave County Complex, 2001 College Dr. Satellite office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with closure each day from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for lunch. The Treasurer’s Office advises that it continues to work diligently to provide the highest…

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National Night Out is October 2

BLM lifts fire restrictions for Colorado River District

Canchola gets prison time for domestic violence

Dink for Pink Pickleball Tournament set

Parents charged in child abuse, drug case

Treasurer’s office to open satellite offices

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