Golden Shores eXtra
WEATHER - Click Above E-News Weekly -- Friday, September 10, 2004 Issue # 82
TWO DEAD, TWO MISSING, THREE INJURED IN BOAT CRASH Topock -
At around 3:30 a.m. on Monday morning 9/6 Labor Day, a 1998 Renegade Jet Boat was reportedly traveling southbound on the river with eight people aboard traveling at an estimated speed of 35-40 mph when it crashed into one of the pillars at the Interstate 40 Topock bridge. All occupants of the boat were ejected into the water and the boat sank. Of the eight people aboard, two are dead, two had minor injuries, two were taken to CRMC with serious injuries and two are still missing. As of this writing, search and rescue teams are still searching for the two missing. There have been at least 5 boats, 3 divers and a DPS helicopter assisting with the search. News reporters have not been allowed on the scene because it is considered "an active crime scene" because alcohol is believed to be a factor.
The bodies of Jennifer Knight, 24, of Corona, CA, and Ryan McMahan, 27, of Mohave Valley were recovered by divers near the bridge that connects Arizona and California, according to a San Bermardino County Sheriff's Department report. Rory McMahan and Dale Baldwin are still missing. The driver of the boat, Scott Eickhoff of Anaheim Hills, CA, was arrested for vehicular manslaughter and felony boating under the influence. Eickhoff, 31, is being held on $100,000 bond. The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department's Boating Accident Investigation Team is continuing to investigate the collision.
CA MAN DIVES TO DEATH Lake Mohave -
Two separate cliff-diving accidents over the weekend led to a death on Lake Mohave and serious injuries near Big Bend Colorado River State Park in Laughlin. Erik Middleton, 32, of Ontario, CA died at around 6:30 p.m. Saturday after reportedly jumping from a 25 foot cliff in an area knows as Gasolone Alley. The area is about 3 miles north of Katherine Landing on the Arizona side of the lake. Wittnesses said he did a 360° turn and hit the water at an odd angle. Middleton did not surface. Employees with the National Park Service, Bullhead City Fire and Police Departments, AZ Game & Fish and NV Department of Wildlife recovered the body, which according to the release, was found in 41 feet of water.
In an unrelated incident a boy was flown to a hospital in Las Vegas Sunday evening after jumping from a cliff near Big Bend Colorado River State Park. A Witness reportedly told police the boy had jumped and hit the side of the cliff on the way down, said Carrie Connor, Bullhead City Police Department. American Medical Response, Clark County Fire and Bullhead City Police responded to the scene.
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G.S. MAN FACES SEVERAL CHARGES G.S. -
Mohave County Sheriff's detectives arrested Robert Lee Jennings, 48, of Golden Shores, late Friday 9/3 morning on two counts of unlawful use of food stamps, sales of dangerous drugs, possession of marijuana, possession of dangerous drugs, possession of narcotic drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, and a probation violation warrant, all felonies. Approximately 10:18 a.m., detectives responded to assist a probation search in the 4700 block of Mission Drive. A search of Jennings revealed two food stamp cards issued by the State of Arizona not belonging to him. A search of the residence revealed: methamphetamine, syringes, spoons, scale, packaging material, narcotic drugs and marijuana. Jennings was transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
HUNTING WITHOUT A LICENSE G.S. -
Mohave County Sheriff's deputies arrested Kenneth Wade Spitzer, 40, of Golden Shores, and Scott Jeffery Hazlett, 36, of Mohave Valley, late Friday 9/3 morning. Spitzer was arrested on two misdemeanor warrants for failure to appear and take wildlife without valid license, both issued by Bullhead City Justice Court. Hazlett was arrested on two misdemeanor warrants for interfering with judicial proceedings and failure to appear, both issued by Bullhead City Justice Court. Approximately 10:00 a.m., deputies responded to assist a probation search in the 4700 block of Mission Drive. Deputies contacted Spitzer and Hazlett. A records check showed each of them to have outstanding warrants. Spitzer and Hazlett were transported and booked into the Mohave County Jail.
FUGITIVE CAUGHT G.S. -
On Tuesday evening 8/31 Mohave County Sheriff's deputies arrested Deborah Irene Knight, 46, of Golden Shores on a felony warrant for theft issued by Lake Havasu City Justice Court on 8-1-03. Approximately 5:57 pm, deputies conducted a traffic stop at Highway 95, north of Boundary Cone Road, and contacted Knight, the driver. A records check showed Knight to have an outstanding warrant. Knight was transported and booked into the Mohave County Jail.
ELECTION - BUSTER STAYS! Mohave County -
Mohave County Supervisors have claimed unofficial victories in Tuesday's republican primary election. The closest race was in District III where Buster Johnson apparently turned back the challenge of Richard Zalewski.
Johnson ended up with 242 more votes than Zalewski 3161-2919. County officials said Wednesday that approximately 1,000 or more ballots remained to be processed and added to the totals.
Barring any change in the vote processing expected to continue into the weekend; Johnson has earned another four-year term, as there were no Democrats or Independents in the field.
U.S. Congressman Trent Franks defeated Lake Havasu City businessman Rick Murphy by nearly 13,000 votes, although Murphy did win in Mohave County. Franks will now face Democratic challenger Randy Camacho, who defeated his Primary opponents nearly two to one. In the Arizona State Legislative races for district three, former Lake Havasu City Council member Ron Gould will go to Phoenix as the area’s next State Senator. with 40-percent of the votes. KNOW ABOUT NEWS? G.S. -
Sometimes the only way we can get news is if someone calls or emails to tell us about it. Anytime you know about news, please call 768-1400 or email news@goldenshores.net so we can follow up. We would love to have some articles written by local people as well. Thanks. The Editor.
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NEW & USED COMPUTERS VFW 6306 AUGUST ACTIVITIES G.S. -
HOSPICE OF HAVASU TO VISIT VFW 6306
Hospice of Havasu, Inc. will visit VFW 6306 and auxiliaries on Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. Hospice treats anyone who has a terminal illness and helps families of those who are terminally ill. The subject for the meeting is, “What hospice can do for you and what you can do for hospice.” Any person and family who are coping with a terminal disease and cancer survivors, those who have or had cancer, and families and friends of cancer victims are invited to attend. The meeting is open to men as well as women and is open to all. The support group will meet on the last Wed. of the month at 3 p.m. The group would like to see men cancer survivors and spouses come to the meetings. As Debbie said, "Men get cancer too." For information, call Debbie Blizzard at 788-3666. KARAOKE RETURNS TO VFW VFW 6306 and auxiliaries announce the return of Karaoke Nites at the post. Shilo Entertainment with Jimmy and Laurie will play songs for singers and listeners on Sept. 15th and 29th from 7 to 11 p.m. Beginning Oct 6, karaoke will be at the post every Wed. 7-11 p.m. This event is open to the public. The VFW Post also announces the addition of Poker Pool to be played on Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. Dual Pool is played Tues. at 6 p.m. 9-Ball billiards will be played on Wed. and 8-Ball on Thurs. at 4:30 p.m. These events are open to the public. FROM THE GOVERNOR Phoenix -
I am becoming increasingly concerned about the shipment of nuclear waste through the state.
Shortly after Interstate 40 was shut down last month due to the possibility of a radioactive leak from a shipment of Uranium Tetrafluoride (UF4), I wrote a letter to Department of Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham asking for a procedural review.
In the letter, I wrote, “…even though no radioactive material was released, there appears to be a systematic weakness in your shipping and packaging procedures.”
In addition to the problems seen August 15th, the Governor also cited a leakage concern from December 1997 in Kingman.
Repeated attempts to contact the D.O.E. for comment on this letter were unsuccessful.
Also, this week I met with Mexico's Sonora Governor Eduardo Bours to discuss how we can increase the viability of the Port of Guaymas. Less than 250 miles from our international border, Guaymas is a natural trade outlet for both Arizona and Mexico. Its expansion can benefit both of our countries by providing increased commerce opportunities through Sonora and Arizona. A deep-water port in Guaymas can improve the supply chain into Arizona and promote opportunities for our business owners. Together we can create economic growth and vision for both of our countries, improving the quality of life for Arizonans and our neighbors to the south. Please don't hesitate to contact my office at (800) 253-0883 or visit my website at www.governor.state.az.us. COUNTY FAIR IS HERE Kingman -
The Mohave County Fair is now going on at the fairgrounds in Kingman.
LABOR DAY ARREST STATISTICS Mohave County -
Bullhead City Police Department
Police Calls for service 398 Traffic Accidents 7 Watercraft Accidents 4 Arrests 34 DUIs 7 OUIs 1 Mohave County Sheriff Department Operating Under the Influence 22 Boating Accidents No Injury 3 Minor Alcohol Consumption 2 Safety Violation Citations 90 Reckless Operation Citations 9 Insufficient PFD's Citations 18 Misc. Citations 12 Boater Assists 28 Agency Assists 8 Safety Violation Warnings numerous
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM G.S. -
Well, it’s time for the fall program to begin. Are you ready? I know some of you are because I have already had calls for the next class date. The fall program begins on September 27th at 8:15 a.m. in the Community Building at 13136 Golden Shores Parkway in Golden Shores.
Reservations are a must!!!! Call Imogene Wright at 768-4740 for reservations. AARP charges $10 per person to participate, payable the day of the class.
I will be contacting those of you who participated in the program three years ago. I’m looking forward to helping everyone again.
If you would like to brush-up on the driving rules and regulations but do not get a discount on your insurance when you participate in this program, give me a call to see if you qualify to attend.
NEEDLES HOSPITAL - NEW OWNERS Needles -
The Colorado River Medical Center in Needles will soon have new owners with improved service.
Life Point Hospitals Inc. will acquire Province Healthcare. Province owns and operates 24 rural hospitals in 12 states, including the Colorado River Medical Center.
Life point expects to create a new company that is stronger and more able to help community hospitals serve the needs of today’s healthcare market.
 PRO-LIFE, PRO-FAMILY WIN BIG! Phoenix -
The headlines said it all: “Legislature heading for sharp right-turn,” (East Valley Tribune); “Conservatives oust GOP moderates,” “Moderates fizzle out,” (Arizona Republic). KTAR reported last night that “it’s a big night for the religious right” in Arizona politics. Once again, the only people in Arizona shocked and disappointed by the outcome of a primary election are liberal interest groups, liberal candidates and the liberal media. The door is now open for a legislative agenda more friendly to the preservation of marriage and defense of the sanctity of life! For that we are grateful and blessed today!
About 800 people participated in our seven consecutive days of worship and prayer for the election, which concluded last night in a packed room as early election returns began to roll in. I know all those who participated were blessed. A special word of thanks for arranging these spiritually significant events goes to CAP’s prayer coordinator, Guy Chadwick, along with worship leader Daniel Brymer, and Hal and Cheryl Sacks of BridgeBuilders International. More info: www.azpolicy.org. PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE DIES Bullhead City -
Thursday 9/2 was a tragic event in the case of one of the two Bullhead City Public Works employees injured Tuesday. Early Wednesday morning, 23-year-old Greg Williams succumbed to the injuries suffered during the accident involving a pole hitting a power line. A friend of Williams said that he had gone into cardiac arrest, and was kept on life support until family could return to the hospital.
Bullhead City Mayor Diane Vick released a statement Wednesday afternoon, extending the city’s sympathies to Williams’ family, friends, and co-workers.
BANK ROBBERY HALTED Lake Havasu City -
Some stolen property including a .357 magnum handgun taken from a home, was recovered when LHC Police responded to the First Arizona Savings Bank. A police detective alerted BHCPD of a suspicious person in the bank parking lot. When Lucy and JT Moffett left their home in Boca Raton, FL. to open an inspirational bookstore in Lake Havasu City, they came to their north side home last week and found it had been burglarized of roughly $10-Thousand worth of the their belongings, including at least one gun. JT Moffett said he used to work in security prior to moving to Havasu and said he believes the burglary was planned and that the culprit had been watching him for sometime. Additional property was recovered when police questioned then arrested Wayne Franklin Noice, age 24, on a number of drug, weapons and burglary charges. Noice is a prohibited possessor found in possession of a loaded firearm and several other items reported stolen in a residential burglary earlier in the week. A quantity of methamphetamine was also found in the search.
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REMEMBER 9/11 FOOD CARE SIGNUP G.S. -
The final time for Food Care Club signup is no later than 12 noon Monday 9/13. Call 768-1400
MISS G.S. PAGEANT DATE SET G.S. -
Miss Golden Shores Pageant sponsored by Topock/Golden Shores Chamber of Commerce will be held January 22, 2005.
Young ladies between the ages of 14-18 and a resident of Topock/Golden Shores are eligible to compete in the pageant.
Applications are available at Desert Video, Topock Elementary or by calling Lanora Henry 768-9010, Imogene Wright 768-4740 or Bette Schermerhorn 768-2318. Applications must be submitted to Desert Video by October 8th , or brought to orientation on Oct 16th with a recommendation from a school counselor, principal, minister or other community leader. For more information please contact Pageant coordinator Lanora Henry 768-9010, Imogene Wright 768-4740 or Bette Schermerhorn 768-2818.
If you would like to sponsor one of the young ladies, please contact one of the committee members at numbers above. Anyone interested in working with the pageant please contact one of the committee members.
TOPOCK SCHOOL TAX CREDITS G.S. -
Arizona is fortunate to offer a tax credit on state taxes. Any taxpayer may contribute up to $200.00 per individual or $250.00 per couple to any fee-required extra curricular activity offered at the school. This is a direct credit, not a deduction. That means it is subtracted from taxes you owe and is fully refunded for up to $250.00. For example, if you owe $400.00 for the year in Arizona state income taxes and give $250.00 to a school, you would only owe $150.00 for the tax year. It literally costs you nothing to give the $250.00. It comes back to you as a credit, refund, or reduction.
We urge you to help share this message with all Arizona tax payers, your friends, neighbors and relatives. Any resident of Arizona may take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity to help the students of Topock. For assistance or questions, please call 768-3344. Sincerely, Topock Elementary Governing Board & Administration THERE'S GOLD OUT THERE Bouse -
West Africa Gold is continuing to re-evaluate their mining properties in western Arizona. They recently announced the revaluation of the Mockingbird project in Mohave County. On Tuesday, they released their findings at the Bouse property in La Paz County. Geologist Dr. Wayne Colliston identified a “detachment fault” at the Bouse property similar to the one found recently on the Mockingbird project. The “detachment fault” style of deposit is best seen at Copperstone, the biggest gold discovery in Arizona in the past 50 years.
A value estimate for the gold deposit is in the range of up to $600 million, and that does not include any silver or copper also found on the Bouse property.
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WEEKLY PRAYER Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the many blessings You have given us. May we each become special blessings in return. May we take delight in knowing You ARE our Father and we ARE Your children. You love us more than we can imagine. Thank You for fresh mercies today so that we can go forward in our service to You knowing Satan is a defeated foe for he has been overcome by the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of our testimony which is "Jesus Christ IS Lord!"
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