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MCC Lake Havasu student named 2024 Kathy Hodel Most Outstanding Student, wins $10K

MOHAVE COUNTY – Kevin Gauthun was checking his emails when the one that would impact his future came through his inbox. The email made him feel excited and overwhelmed with happiness. The email notified him that he is the 2024 Kathy Hodel Most Outstanding Student award recipient. “It feels absolutely amazing to receive this award. The honor is surreal and something I never imagined possible,” he said. “It truly hasn’t sunk in yet and I can’t get over this feeling.” Along with the honor of being this year’s recipient, Gauthun will also receive $10,000 cash to put toward anything he…

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Vehicle Theft Prevention event is May 16  

BULLHEAD CITY – The Bullhead City Police Department will be hosting a free Vehicle Theft Prevention & Awareness event, where officers will provide free VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) Etching. The etching equipment was provided by the Arizona Automobile Theft Authority (AATA) to help law enforcement agencies reduce stolen vehicles.    “VIN etching is chemically etching the vehicle identification number onto all windows, which discourages thieves from stealing your vehicle and selling your car parts to unsuspecting customers or chop shops,” said Community Services Officer Lorrie Duggins.   The public is invited to the Bullhead City Police Department, 1255 Marina Boulevard,…

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No injuries in apartment fire

LAKE HAVASU CITY – No injuries are reported after Lake Havasu City Fire Department personnel rescued parties trapped by fire at an apartment complex. Crews responded to the May 13 incident in the 100 block of Mulberry Ave. at 2:03 p.m. “The first arriving fire company reported a working fire with smoke and flames coming from a second story window and people trapped in a second story adjoining unit,” a news release said. “The trapped occupants on the second floor were rescued … and sustained no injury.” More than a dozen people are displaced by the incident and The American…

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Disc golf tourney will fund elementary school athletic program

LAKE HAVASU CITY – Lake Havasu Disc Golf Club is working hard on building their athletic program for the youths of Lake Havasu, and this weekend, the public charity for Havasu’s grade schools will be hosting another upcoming exciting tournament.   The Battle at Bridgewater will have two rounds and ninety players will compete with eighteen holes and a shotgun start. Payouts for winners will be distributed at the end of the competition for both rounds.  The Pro Divisions will be awarded for the top three players  as each winner will receive a trophy and the top three players for the Amateur…

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Free life jacket swap out event is Saturday

LAKE HAVASU CITY – As warmer temperatures will be approaching Lake Havasu, many people will be heading out to our beautiful lake for swimming, fishing, and boating activities  for ultimate cool downs. However, safety on the lake should be a top priority to ensure that time spent on the water remains an enjoyable occasion.  That is why this month, the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Division of Boating and Safety will be collaborating Arizona Game and Fishing Department (G&F) to  share the importance on how wearing a life jacket in good condition that fits comfortably is key for having safe adventures at the lake….

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Border fire contained

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Bureau of Land Management reports 100% containment of a wildfire that scorched 77 acres in extreme north Mohave County, just south of the Utah border near Interstate 15. The Black Fire was first spotted at midmorning Wednesday, May 8. Four engines, one water tender and a Type 3 helicopter worked the incident. Crews continue patrolling the fire, mopping up any hotspots. Dave Hawkins

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