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Knife-wielding assailant gets off with probation

LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. – Treatment-focused probation has

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PHOENIX – Arizona State Parks and Trails announces increased

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ATV rollover leaves on Mohave Valley man dead

MOHAVE VALLEY, Ariz. – A deadly ATV accident

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Teen who jumped from London Bridge dies

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KINGMAN, Ariz. – Close to two‑thirds of the

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US wildfires are getting bigger and more complex, prompting changes in firefighting workforce

Wildfire Academy students dig a handline, Monday, March 11, 2024, in Prescott, Ariz. Forecasters are warning that the potential for wildfires will be above normal in some areas across the United States over the coming months as temperatures rise and rain becomes sparse. (AP Photo/Ty ONeil) PRESCOTT, Ariz. (AP) — It’s shaping up to be a long wildfire season, with Texas already seeing its largest blaze in recorded history and firefighters becoming overwhelmed with recent blazes in Virginia. Just in the first three months of the year, more than 2,669 square miles (6,912 square kilometers) were charred in the United States. That’s…

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Feral Cat Warriors joins NASCAR Day Giveathon

KINGMAN – Feral Cat Warriors is joining NASCAR and The NASCAR Foundation for the second-annual NASCAR Day Giveathon, an online giving campaign to raise $650,000 in charitable funds for local charities across the country. “We are thrilled to bring the NASCAR Day Giveathon back for a second year,” said Nichole Krieger, Vice President and Executive Director of The NASCAR Foundation. “It’s always heartwarming to see what our NASCAR industry can accomplish when we all come together for the greater good. We’re excited to build upon the success of last year’s campaign to make an even greater impact on the communities…

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Fire department urges caution from burning weeds

BULLHEAD CITY – Bullhead City Fire Department (BHCFD) crewmembers swiftly responded to a residence on Jocabima Dr. following reports of a potential structure fire on . Upon arrival, crews discovered that the source of the fire stemmed from the resident burning weeds in the backyard. The fire was promptly extinguished, preventing a potential tragedy. During the suppression efforts, crews conducted a thorough inspection, pulling back the home’s siding to check for any extensions of the fire. They found weeds that had grown into the home’s siding material. The situation could have escalated quickly had the burning weeds penetrated the residence….

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Fishing for Smiles day open for registration

KINGMAN – Kingman Elks Lodge #468 and Mohave Sportman Club will host their annual Fishing for Smiles at Dunton Ranch on Saturday, May 18, from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This free event is open to area special needs individuals as well as area children; a parent must be present at the ranch during the event. Participants may bring their own rod and reel or used provided ones and lawn chairs; bait, refreshment and lunch will be provided at no charge. Trophies will be awarded for the biggest and heaviest fish caught. This free event requires pre-registration by May 11….

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Heavy Equipment Traffic for Eastern Street Project

KINGMAN, Ariz. – The City of Kingman would like to notify the community that there will be a series of concrete trucks working on the Eastern Street Project site. The trucks are set to arrive beginning at 4:00 A.M. on Friday, April 26th. This will be for the lid of the box culvert. The project will be completed in two phases and will construct a new entrance to Airway Avenue. This will eliminate the need for one-way traffic on N. Diamond Street and  N. Yavapai Street, reducing the impact on the neighborhood. For more information and project updates, please contact…

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Fundraiser for shelter animals

KINGMAN – Join Friends of the Mohave County Animal Shelter at their annual Paws for Celebration at Beale Celebrations, 201 N 4th Street on Saturday, May 4. The fun begins at 5:30 p.m. with a “Yappy Hour.” The theme for this year’s event is High School Reunion, so pull out your moccasins and patched jeans, your football jersey or cheer leading outfit, ripped jeans or slouchy sweatshirt! Or come as you are! Help raise money for the animals while enjoying a great evening! They will have a gourmet dinner. Fabulous raffle and silent auction items including a signed Arizona Cardinal…

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