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Kyle Wesely Jamar Williams

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Lake Havasu Avenue construction to begin April 22

As part of the ongoing effort to improve City streets and intersections at Lake Havasu Avenue, beginning Monday, April 22 at 6:00 a.m. through Wednesday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m. , the intersection of Swanson Avenue and Lake Havasu Avenue in all directions is closed to allow for the demolition of the intersection and construction of the new intersection. A detour is in place and the public is requested to use caution and follow the detour signs when traveling near the construction area. Dates and construction activities may vary depending on weather and other unknown factors.  For more information, please…

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Sounds of Kingman presents Galaxy for first concert of season

Galaxy is performing for the Sounds of Kingman concert at Metcalfe Park, 315 W Beale St, Kingman. The concert begins at 4 p.m. April 28. The cost of admission is free. Originating in Florida in the 70s, Galaxy has been performing to large crowds. The songs of Galaxy over the decades have developed into an eclectic blend of the rhythm & blues, folk, country, and rock styles.

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Investigation continues into suspected drug overdoses at the jail; normal operations suspended

Normal operations at the Mohave County Adult Detention Center in Kingman are suspended as the Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation into drug overdoses involving five inmates. Each of the male inmates required treatment at Kingman Regional Medical Center after they suffered medical emergencies about 7:00 p.m. Tuesday.    One inmate was admitted to the hospital, but all five have been returned to the jail.    Sheriff’s office spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said authorities were unable to specifically identify the drug involved, but opioids are suspected.    “During the course of the investigation, information was received that more of the substance may be in the…

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Maxwell pleads guilty to attempted second degree murder and robbery in plea agreement; sentencing June 17

A Kingman man charged in two episodes of violence involving his estranged wife will go to the Arizona Department of Corrections through a plea agreement entered Tuesday. Eric James Maxwell, 42, pleaded guilty to attempted second degree murder in one case and to robbery in the other.    Prosecutor Jeff Haws said the robbery occurred in November, 2017 when Maxwell removed a screen to crawl through a window to enter the building where his wife worked in Kingman. Haws said Maxwell chased the victim through and outside the building and that he committed robbery by taking her cell phone as she…

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Car seat safety- look before you lock

As the temperature begins to rise the Bullhead City Fire Department would like to remind parents and caregivers about the dangers of leaving a child inside of a parked vehicle. Heatstroke is one of the leading causes of death among children. When left in a hot vehicle, a young child’s body temperature can increase three to five times as quickly as an adult’s. Unfortunately, parents can forget a child in the back seat. Account for all children. Set up backup systems to check and double-check that no child is left in the vehicle. Never leave a child unattended in a…

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