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Hunter Hayes, Tacos, car show and comedy among weekend activities throughout the Tri-state
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a car show or comedy fest, visit the historic mining town of Chloride, check out an all-around artist in Laughlin and taste tacos in Bullhead City this weekend. The Cinco de Mayo Car Show and Celebration is back at the Tropicana’s North Parking Lot in...
Driver blamed wind in crash that killed 3 motorcyclists near Laughlin, police say
LAUGHLIN — A semi-truck driver accused in a crash that killed three motorcyclists near Laughlin last month blamed the wind for causing him to drive on wrong-way lanes, according to a Nevada Highway Patrol arrest report. Claude Rafiki, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, was initially facing three counts of felony...
Laughlin police reports – April 1-26
LAUGHLIN — Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officers in Laughlin responded to 12 crimes against people, 26 crimes against property and four crimes against society from April 1 through 26, including 12 assaults, six motor vehicle thefts, nine offenses of destruction, damage or vandalism of property, three thefts from a motor vehicle and four drug offenses.
Camp Verde man sentenced to prison for fatal crash
KINGMAN — A Camp Verde man convicted of a June 2023 fatal crash in Dolan Springs was sentenced to prison Friday. Benjamin Christopher Nettrour, 37, was convicted in March of manslaughter, three counts of aggravated assault and a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence.
Second phase of Laughlin road rehab project now underway
LAUGHLIN — Work began on Monday on the second and final phase of a project to rebuild all the streets in Laughlin’s residential area. Clark County recently issued the official notice to proceed on the $7.45 million project in the neighborhoods around El Mirage Way and James A. Bilbray Parkway, which will include improvements to 6.8 miles of roads in five subdivisions.
A trip to Chloride, Arizona, reveals some interesting history. Here's what to expect
Chloride, Arizona, is known as the "Gem of the Cerbats." I had no idea what that even meant - the gem of anything to do with bats did not seem like a place anyone would want to visit. I looked up the potential dangers of hanging around with bats, especially...
Softball Recap: Lincoln County has no trouble against Laughlin
Lincoln County put the finishing touches on their ninth blowout victory of the season on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Laughlin Cougars as the Lincoln County Lynx made off with a 20-2 victory. The win was familiar territory for Lincoln County who now have eight in a row.
Man indicted after crash leaves 3 motorcyclists dead outside Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A trucker driver accused of a crash that left three motorcyclists dead has been indicted by a Clark County Grand Jury. Claude Rafiki, 29, of Michigan, faces three counts of reckless driving resulting in death. The crash took place on March 23 on State Route 163 near Laughlin. Rafiki originally faced […]
Laughlin baseball and softball swept in doubleheaders
LAUGHLIN – The Laughlin High School baseball and softball teams were both in action last week for a pair of doubleheaders. The baseball team competed on April 22, losing to Awaken Christian 14-2 and 11-1. In both games, the Cougars tossed a scoreless first inning but went on to fall big before being swept against Lake Mead Academy and were outscored 44-2 to fall to 10-12 this season.
ACC committee denies UniSource application for authority over Black Mountain Generating Station project
GOLDEN VALLEY — Arizona Corporation Commission Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee voted overwhelmingly to deny an application from UniSource Electric, Inc. to remove the committee from its oversight jurisdiction of an expansion project at Black Mountain Generating Station. "The supreme court tells us that a result is...
Wings & Wildlife Festival set for May 11
LAUGHLIN — The annual Wings and Wildlife Festival will be held Saturday, May 11, at the Pyramid Canyon Day Use Area in Laughlin. The event, conducted by the Clark County Parks and Recreation Department and organized by the Colorado River Heritage Greenway Park Trail Advisory Committee, will offer plenty of family-friendly activities at the park overlooking the Colorado River and Davis Dam. The Wings & Wildlife Festival promotes nature and outdoor activities that are plentiful in the Tri-state.
Black Mountain Generating Station hearing could change how ACC reviews power plants
GOLDEN VALLEY — A hearing on Wednesday could resolve how the Arizona Corporation Commission considers what constitutes a power plant requiring review. Unisource Electric (UNSE) is proposing a 200 megawatt expansion of Golden Valley's Black Mountain Generating Station. The utility is requesting the Arizona Corporation Commission Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee remove itself from its oversight jurisdiction of the project.
Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport runway reopens
BULLHEAD CITY — Officials announced Tuesday the reopening of the airport's runway. Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport runway 16/34 was temporarily closed due to a Department of Transportation grant-funded runway seal coat project.
Laughlin track and field team competes in final regular season meet
BOULDER CITY – The Laughlin High School track and field team competed in their final meet of the regular season, highlighted by a first place finish from Davinci Facciolli in the 3200 meters. He finished with a time of 12:31.38, nearly 30 seconds ahead of the second-place finisher. Kian...
Laughlin Library celebrates 30th anniversary
LAUGHLIN — Laughlin Library commemorated its 30th birthday with an open house event last Wednesday, April 10. It was a good time for patrons, residents, and visitors to enrich their appreciation for a place that well-deserves its designation as the community cultural center. Library staff spent hours assimilating a...
Analise Bushore Game Report: vs Laughlin
Lake Mead Academy was led to victory by Analise Bushore, who turned in her biggest game of the season on Thursday. Laughlin had no answer to Bushore as she scored four runs while going 4-for-4. Bushore and Lake Mead Academy have the luxury of staying home for another game and...
Local kids enjoy 'Extra Special Day'
LAUGHLIN — Special needs students from across the Tri-state were treated to a guided river cruise and a picnic in the park with lots of entertainment and activities this past Saturday, April 20. The complete day of food and fun was organized and executed by People Caring About the...
Laughlin baseball impresses during senior night
LAUGHLIN – The Laughlin baseball team had a busy week with five games, including a pair of wins on Friday against GV Christian. After being beaten 19-1 by MALC in their first game on April 16, the Cougars dominated the Guardians, winning 14-1 and 18-3, highlighted by an inside-the-park three-run home run from Anthony Santilli. He was also honored along with seniors Korey Boyd, Santiago Miranda, John Wymbs, and Joseph Chipman.
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