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Andy Devine memorialized with awards, parade, rodeo

KINGMAN – The 48th Annual Andy Award ceremony will be held Monday, Sept. 23 at Beale Celebrations. This cherished Kingman tradition since 1978, honors the spirit of our hometown legend, Andy Devine, by recognizing individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made significant contributions to the betterment of our community.

Join the Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce in acknowledging and honoring the accomplishments of community members.

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Operation Veteran offers fellowship for servicemembers past and present

KINGMAN – Veterans in the area have a unique opportunity to get in touch with each other spiritually. 

Operation Veteran offers camaraderie and fellowship with other servicemembers who understand the unique challenges of military life and where they can be part of a welcoming community who gathers to support one another through shared experiences, prayer, and brotherhood.

The club holds weekly meetings every Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at New Life Church, Classroom 3, 419 Harrison St. (Just off Hualapai Mountain Road).

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Farney to prison for attempted sexual assault

KINGMAN – A Kingman man who admits engaging illegal sexual activity with a teenager is going to the Arizona Department of Corrections. Russell Farney, 46, is being convicted of two charges reduced to attempted sexual abuse of a minor in a plea agreement unveiled Tuesday, Sept. 17. Deputy Mohave County attorney Marcie Mininberg told Superior Court Judge Lee Jantzen that Farney engaged in illegal touching of a 15-year-old girl. She said the crimes were committed in June, once in the garage and another time in a hot tub at a home in the 600 block of Shadow Mountain Drive. Terms…

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A day in the life of a panhandler

KINGMAN – He’s one of Kingman’s more recognizable panhandling regulars. A man named “Dave” frequently works the corner of Airway Avenue and Stockton Hill Road, catching some shade cast by pine trees just west of the fuel island at Smith’s.

So, if Dave has multiple hours to beg, several days a week, why would he not work instead?

“I’m 63. I can’t compete for a job with these kids. I can’t wait three weeks or three months to get a phone call out of 100 applications and then they ask me 100 questions about my career path

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2024 Andy Awards nominees announced

KINGMAN – Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the top nominees for the 2024 Andy Awards, honoring those who have made exceptional contributions to the betterment of the Kingman community. These awards celebrate the legacy of Andy Devine, a true hometown legend, and recognize outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations across multiple categories.

Below are the top nominees in each category.  

Student of the Year: Emmalynn Faris, Sophia Meredith, Maysen Victory, Joseph Tadlock, and Bella Zietz.

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Mohave County Fair was a hit with young and old alike

KINGMAN – People from all over the county unite for the annual Mohave County Fair, a four-day-long event, throng with lights and thrilling rides for all ages. Mohave County citizens travel from hours away to visit the Mohave County Fairgrounds in Kingman from Thursday, September 12 to Sunday, September 15. Booths from organizations and businesses throughout the county were scattered outside and inside the center, and murals of artwork from Mohave County artists were hung on the center’s walls.

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