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IRC eyes moves for Greenlee, Mohave
Some white voters who are hoping to be moved out of a predominantly Native American legislative district may get their wish under changes being considered by the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission, but not everyone is getting what they want.
Lawyer seeks to take political wraps off judges
Most judges in Arizona are elected, but they are muzzled and hand-cuffed when it comes to campaigning.
They can’t put out their hands for money and they can’t endorse or associate with candidates in other partisan elections or political causes, but an attorney in Mohave County is among a handful of judicial candidates and judges around the nation who are challenging the constitution[...]
State sweeps and cost shifts impact Mohave County
Those of us who watch the economic reports and fluctuating stock markets are continually asking ourselves, “What’s next?”
In some rural areas, medical marijuana challenges views of community
As a volunteer police officer in this northwestern Arizona city, Harley Pettit saw young people get in trouble for everything from drugs and alcohol to vandalism. In a small community with not a lot to do, he said, the last thing young people need is another way to get into trouble.
He’s worried that’s exactly what medical marijuana will give them.
Passing the buck: Local governments’ worst budget fears
Local government is usually the last place the Legislature looks to find extra money, but the state budget deficit has forced lawmakers to take desperate steps. This year and last, cities and counties have been forced to pay bills that historically have been the state's responsibility. During the past year, lawmakers have taken money that was intended to pay for local services, limited cities' [...]
Plans for solar energy plant moving along
KINGMAN - Mohave County continues to support green energy initiatives. The Planning and Zoning Commission has approved construction of a small 1.5 megawatt, photovoltaic solar plant located north of Interstate 40 and east of Hackberry Road.
Final budget approved for Mohave County
A U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge is ordering the owner of the Phoenix Coyotes to show why he should not be held in contempt of court.
