BULLHEAD CITY, AZ., November 21, 2023 - City of Bullhead City staff and contractors will be working on the following projects throughout our city during the week of November 27:A contractor working on behalf of the Arizona Department of Transportation will be lowering...
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Bullhead City Senior Campus December activities
Bullhead City, AZ., November 17, 2023 - The Bullhead City Senior Campus provides a wide variety of activities for active adults 50 years of age and older. The Senior Campus is located at 2275 Trane Road between Bullhead City Hall and Ken Forvargue Park. Visitors will...
Laughlin Bullhead International Airport Misses Out on 2023 SCASD Grant
BULLHEAD CITY— The Laughlin Bullhead International Airport (LBIA) has faced a setback as it was not selected for the 2023 Small Community Air Service Development (SCASD) grant by the Department of Transportation. This news was shared during the Mohave County Airport...
Benchmark serves up unique and flavorful menu items
Husband and wife team Shaun Haynes and Rachel Myers are both veterans of the food industry. Originally from El Segundo California, Myers assisted her husband with catering with their food truck business titled Fork Yeah. Haynes also has experience as a food and...
10 Things that should not have a place in your living room
These days, the living room serves as a gathering spot for visiting with friends and a place to relax and curl up with a novel, and, most importantly, is often the first room that guests see when stepping into your home. While living rooms are certainly...
Arizona’s Reflection on a Centuries-Old Conflict: Unpacking the Israel-Hamas Strife
ARIZONA – The recent escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hamas, sparked anew in October 2023, has reverberated globally, stirring debates far beyond the Middle Eastern enclave, including in Arizona. The discourse unveils a multifaceted geopolitical quagmire...
Biden Administration reinstates DNA testing at the border
Reintroduction of Familial DNA Testing Amid Rising Concerns ARIZONA — The Biden Administration has ordered familial DNA testing to be reinstated at the US-Mexico border. This move comes after intensified calls in recent weeks due to escalating concerns over child...
Community Rallies Behind MCC with First Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser
Lake Havasu City gears up for a deliciously spirited competition as Mohave Community College (MCC) hosts its first-ever Bighorn Chili Cook-Off. Slated for November 4th at the scenic Havasu Riviera Marina, this culinary challenge is more than just a battle for the best...
Home decorating trends for a fall refresh
Fall has almost officially arrived. If you spent a lot of time away this summer, your home might look like it needs a little refresh. Or perhaps you’re planning to give your house a major overhaul. Either way, if you want to update your space, here are five decorating...
Diet Center’s Weight Loss Tip – Good Eating at Gatherings
The holidays are right around the corner. For many that means family get-togethers, meeting up with friends and possibly gatherings at work. Usually all of which revolve around food. There’s no need to stress about attending parties or other gatherings that involve...
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Lake Havasu Annual Holiday Boat Parade of Lights returns for 2024
LAKE HAVASU — Lake Havasu City, Arizona, will once again come alive with holiday spirit on December 14, 2024, as the Annual Holiday Boat Parade of Lights graces the waters of the Bridgewater Channel beneath the iconic London...
Read MoreMCC Kingman Community Art Collective’s Student Art Show and Sale
MOHAVE COUNTY — MCC’s Kingman Community Education Art Club, the Kingman Community Art Collective, will host another Student Art Show and Sale at the College’s Beale Street Center at 309 E. Beale St. from 5 – 8 p.m. Friday, Dec....
Read MoreMCC shines spreads joy across Mohave County this December
MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College is once again bringing the festive spirit to life with its beloved annual event, MCC Shines. Spanning all four of its campuses, MCC Shines has become a cherished tradition for families...
Read MoreWays to keep projects on budget with affordable kitchen and bath products
NATION — With multifamily construction projects reaching as high as $700 per square foot this year, effective cost planning is essential for any build. Identifying affordable, yet functional products and services across kitchen...
Read More5 ways to maximize comfort and minimize your energy bill
NATION — As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it’s time to ensure your home is ready to help keep you warm and comfortable all winter long. From preventing frozen pipes to optimizing heating costs, proactive steps can...
Read MoreThree ways small businesses can use technology to thrive
NATION – The holiday season is right around the corner, and if recent retail sales forecasts are any indication, it’s going to be a massive year for small businesses. The Mintel Holiday Shopping Report 2024 predicts U.S. retail...
Read More3 reasons why your business should ditch paper checks
NATION — Technology has become so ingrained in our daily routines that it feels like paper checks should already be a thing of the past. In fact, many young adults have never even written one, and many major retailers no longer...
Read MoreWhat is the best type of meditation?
NATION — There are a variety of meditation methods that suit most people. However, there is no “right way” to meditate, meaning someone can explore the different types until they find one that works for them.Meditation denotes...
Read MoreEleven tips for giving up smoking
NATION — Various tips can help a person with smoking cessation. Nicotine replacement therapy, medications such as varenicline, e-cigarettes, and more may help a person with quitting smoking.Scientists have found links between...
Read MoreIs coffee good for your heart health?
NATION – How does caffeine affect heart health? The latest research offers new insights. Studies on caffeine’s effects on heart health have gained interest in recent years. One crucial question remains: How much caffeine is too...
Read MoreManaging cardiovascular risk factors to live a heart-healthy life
NATION — Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a number of health conditions that affect the circulatory system, including the heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries. The treatment, symptoms, and prevention of the conditions...
Read MoreDietary strategies to enhance protection against COVID-19
NATION — As cold and flu season approaches, many people are looking for ways to boost their immune defenses and reduce the risk of falling ill. While COVID-19 remains a top concern, it’s also important to protect against other...
Read MoreCommon thyroid drug linked to bone mass loss
NATION – Could a commonly prescribed thyroid drug lead to bone loss? Levothyroxine is a frequently prescribed drug in the United States, particularly for older people, as lower thyroid function can be associated with...
Read MoreReady to volunteer?
By Matilda CharlesHave you considered what you’ll do with your spare time in the New Year? How about volunteering? There are so many ways we can step up.AmeriCorps Seniors (americorps.gov/serve/americorps-seniors) provides...
Read MoreArizona logo project sparks conflict of interest & misallocation allegations
A $700,000 rebranding initiative by the Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT) has drawn sharp criticism over allegations of ethical misconduct and questionable use of public funds. The controversy centers on a potential conflict of...
Read MoreHomeless programs and services
By Freddy GrovesBack in March, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced its goal of getting 41,000 homeless veterans into housing during this fiscal year. As of this time, they not only reached that goal, but exceeded it....
Read MoreWorking conditions under scrutiny
Dear Editor,As a concerned citizen of the global toy-receiving community, I feel compelled to expose the questionable labor practices at the world’s most famous toy manufacturer: Santa’s Workshop. While we’ve been distracted by...
Read MoreHarris campaign a testament to the toxicity of woke politics
By Rich LowryWe’ve passed the peak of woke politics in the U.S., and the Harris for president campaign is the leading indicator. Of all the things that Kamala Harris wants you to know about her — that she grew up in a...
Read MoreThe tipping point: how gratuity culture is reshaping America’s service economy
NATION – Tipping in the United States, a long-standing custom rooted in the service industry, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Once reserved for restaurant servers, bartenders, and select service professionals, tipping...
Read MoreArizona Attorney General and DOJ propose remedies to end Google’s monopoly
ARIZONA — Attorney General Kris Mayes, alongside the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and a coalition of state attorneys general, has proposed sweeping remedies to dismantle Google’s alleged monopoly over the online search...
Read MoreMCC Kingman Campus honor society inducts over 30 students
MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society – Alpha Chi Omega chapter on the Kingman Campus hosted its induction ceremony Thursday for new members for Fall 2024.Thirty-one new PTK members were...
Read MoreArizona set to resume executions after two-year pause, reigniting death penalty debate
ARIZONA — After a two-year hiatus, Arizona is preparing to resume executions of death row inmates, a decision that has rekindled the longstanding debate over capital punishment in the state. Attorney General Kris Mayes announced...
Read MoreRancho Santa Fe Parkway project begins construction in Kingman
KINGMAN — The City of Kingman has taken a significant step in addressing its transportation needs with the groundbreaking of the Rancho Santa Fe Parkway Traffic Interchange on December 2, 2024. The project, managed by the...
Read MoreLocal property owners compensated in Bullhead City sewer overflow settlement
BULLHEAD CITY — Bullhead City has agreed to a $90,000 settlement with local property owners Blaise and Carla Falche over a sewer system malfunction that contaminated their waterfront property in 2022. The settlement, pending...
Read MoreBoeing’s layoffs impact Arizona’s Mesa plant amid nationwide cuts
ARIZONA — Boeing has announced a significant reduction in its workforce, planning to lay off 17,000 employees—approximately 10% of its global staff—as part of a massive cost-cutting drive. The aerospace giant’s decision affects...
Read MoreAHCCCS funding boosts on-call maternity care in rural Arizona
PHOENIX—In a significant move to address the pressing issue of inadequate prenatal care in Arizona’s rural communities, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) has allocated $2.5 million to four rural health...
Read MoreUPS to close Bullhead City customer center amid nationwide streamlining
BULLHEAD CITY — UPS has announced the closure of its customer center at 2913 Easy St. in Bullhead City, effective November 17, as part of a nationwide effort to streamline operations. The move is aimed at reducing costs and...
Read MoreHow Native American Tribes became key players in Pharmaceutical Patent Protection
NATION – In the complex landscape of pharmaceutical patent law, a novel strategy emerged in recent years that intertwined the legal concepts of tribal sovereignty with corporate interests. Pharmaceutical companies, seeking to...
Read MoreTreat ‘tech neck’ with this ‘magic’ product developed by dermatologists and plastic surgeons
NATION — Did you know that spending extended time hunched over your phone can take a serious toll on your neck? Commonly referred to as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck,’ this habit can lead to the appearance of deep lines, wrinkles...
Read MoreEvery child deserves a little Christmas
KINGMAN — Thanks to the Kingman Marine Corps League, Dean W. Reiter Detachment 887, and its local partners, children in Northern Mohave County who need that little Christmas will be getting some again this year. The Toys for...
Read MoreDockworkers for economic stagnation
By Rich LowryIt’s the processing gate that roared. APM Terminals at the Port of Mobile in Alabama uses a semi-automated gate to process trucks without union labor, and this supposed outrage is one of the reasons the...
Read MoreGive Peace a Chance? No Way
By Mel Gurtov Three Developments That Might Lead to Talks Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commented a week or so ago: “We will do to Lebanon what we did to Gaza.” That arrogant and ugly prediction has come to pass with...
Read MoreGet ready for 2025 adaptive sports and arts
By Freddy Groves Over 15,000 veterans will be able to take advantage of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Adaptive Sports Program courtesy of nearly $16 million in grants that have been handed to 91 organizations across the...
Read MoreMohave Community College announces admission and enrollment events
MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College is inviting those who want to learn more about becoming a student to two admission and enrollment events, Become a Bighorn Bash, and the Health and Public Services Enrollment Empowerment...
Read MoreSleep ‘resets’ neurons to help brain take on new memories
NATION — Research offers new clues about the ways in which sleep aids daily memory function. One of the main functions of the human brain is to create memories. A number of lifestyle factors can help improve a person’s ability...
Read MoreHow to protect heart health at menopause
NATION — Menopause occurs when menstrual cycles cease. In the years before and after menopause, the body undergoes many changes, leading to symptoms that may include hot flashes, emotional changes, and sleep disturbances. But...
Read More5 ways Artificial Intelligence is creating a smarter smartphone
NATION — Modern cell phones are capable of far more than just calling, texting and simple games like Snake. When you carry your smartphone, you have a supercomputer in your pocket that can unlock your car, adjust your...
Read MoreStress vs. anxiety: How to tell the difference
NATION – Stress and anxiety have similar symptoms. However, stress tends to be short term and in response to a recognizable threat. Anxiety may linger and not have an easily identifiable trigger. Both stress and anxiety are a...
Read MoreCase Storage opens new facility in Bullhead City
BULLHEAD CITY — Case Storage proudly announces the grand opening of its modern storage facility located at 2129 Interstate Place, Bullhead City, AZ 86442. Owned by local entrepreneur Casey Rodman and managed by industry veteran...
Read MoreWhy Fall is prime time for an AC upgrade
NATION – As the leaves begin to change and the temperatures start to drop, homeowners across the country are gearing up for the seasonal transition into fall. This time of year often brings a flurry of activity as people prepare...
Read MoreHow to maintain and improve your plumbing this fall and winter
NATION — Along with shorter days and dropping temperatures, fall brings a sense of urgency to get your home in shape before winter arrives. This is especially true for plumbing, as frigid temps can wreak havoc on pipes and...
Read MoreFort Mojave Indian Tribe & City of Needles celebrate high-speed internet
NEEDLES – In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe and the City of Needles have celebrated the launch of a high-speed internet expansion project aimed at enhancing digital connectivity for the Tribe and...
Read MoreRivyve Behavioral expands to Kingman
KINGMAN — Rivyve Behavioral Health, a leading provider of residential treatment for individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction and co-occurring disorders, is set to open its second location in Mohave County this...
Read MoreKeith Management LLC acquires The Reserve at Fox Creek for $38 Million
BULLHEAD CITY – In a significant move reflecting the growing interest in manufactured housing communities, Keith Management LLC, a family-owned property management company based in Chandler, Arizona, has acquired The Reserve at...
Read MoreArizona AG Mayes secures $1.37 Billion settlement with Kroger over opioid crisis
ARIZONA – In a significant move to combat the devastating opioid crisis, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced a $1.37 billion settlement with Kroger Co., one of the nation’s largest grocery and pharmacy chains. The...
Read MoreBeware: listeria and salmonella
By Matilda Charles The saga of listeria in sliced deli lunch meat continues, month after month. The list of affected items gets longer and longer as there is now an additional company subject to recalls due to listeria. To stay...
Read MoreHeme iron found in red meat may raise diabetes risk by 26%
NATION — A new study suggests that heme iron, which is found in red meat and other animal products, may significantly contribute to the risk of type 2 diabetes. The study, led by researchers at Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of...
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Discover the Bullhead City Splash Pad at Community Park: A Family-Friendly Oasis
Discover the Bullhead City Splash Pad at Community Park: A Family-Friendly Oasis Updated October...
Read MoreASU to Close Lake Havasu Campus Amid State Funding Cuts
LAKE HAVASU — Arizona State University (ASU) announced on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, that it will close its Lake Havasu campus and implement a tuition surcharge for on-campus students in response to significant state funding cuts....
Read MoreMohave County Supervisors Deadlocked Over Medical Examiner Contract Renewal
MOHAVE COUNTY — In a contentious meeting that stretched over four hours, the Mohave County Board of Supervisors found itself deadlocked over the future of its medical examiner services. On Aug. 5, the board voted 3-2 against...
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