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Despondency is a malady that plagues most of mankind. Oh, it may not be a daily happening; and when it does occur, it may not last for long. However, even the most safe, secure and well-loved among us can experience the occasional bout with depression. Perhaps despondency or depression sets in because of fear, frustration or hurt that comes from an outside source. Perhaps someone said something hurtful to you, or a sudden loss such as a loved one, employment or tangible things such as finance. There are all sorts of reasons that can cause any one of us to…

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Toby Keith, to perform at Laughlin Event Center

LAUGHLIN, Nev. – The Laughlin Event Center, located at 500 Bruce Woodbury Dr. in Laughlin, Nev., will host award-winning singer, songwriter, guitarist and entertainer, Toby Keith, for a performance starting at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9. Keith, one of the top country musicians in the nation, has released 22 studio albums and won two County Music Association Awards, four American Music Awards and seven Academy of Country Music Awards, including “Entertainer of the Year.” Plus, musician, Colt Ford, is set to open for Toby Keith to promote his newest record, “We The People.”  Golden Entertainment’s Laughlin hotel and casino…

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Quail outlook: All signs point to better season in 2019-20

Winter moisture improves overall brood survival Truth be told, Arizona’s quail hunters are also weather wonks — always checking the forecasts, particularly during the winter months, their fingers crossed that the wet stuff is on the way. After all, good doses of timely precipitation that time of year are what give the state’s Gambel’s and scaled quail populations a much-needed boost, which usually points to better hunting in the fall. Case in point: Winter 2018. “Unlike the past few years, when hatch dates were spread out over the spring and summer, strong winter precipitation patterns this last winter should have…

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Phi Theta Kappa inducts new members

The Mohave Community College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recently inducted new members for Fall 2019. Phi Theta Kappa’s mission is to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students by providing an opportunity for leadership, service, and development. Students receive numerous benefits from joining and participating in the honor society, such as special scholarships, professional development, volunteer opportunities, and highly respected letters of recommendation. Student memberships last a lifetime in the largest honor society in America. Back row L to R: Gerald Gridiron (guest speaker), Michelle Drwal, Kendra Ellis, Michelle Escoffier, Dr. Fred Gilbert (campus dean), Torri Espinosa, John…

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Coffee with the mayor, city manager

LAKE HAVASU CITY – Join Lake Havasu City Mayor Cal Sheehy and City Manager Jess Knudson for coffee and casual conversation in the cool outdoors, next Friday, November 1, 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., at the Island Ball Field, located at 1150 McCulloch Boulevard, directly in front of the Island Wastewater Treatment Plant.  A tour of the Island Wastewater Treatment Plant is offered to the public following the coffee meeting. Residents are encouraged to attend to express any issues, concerns, or questions. The meeting does not require an RSVP, as it is an informal come-and-go setting. For more information, please…

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