On February 26th 2013, a Deputy from the La Paz County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Highway 72 outside of Vicksburg. During the stop, the occupants of the vehicle, Harry Patch and Eduardo Reyna, were found to be in possession of approximately 2 pounds of methamphetamine and 2 ½ pounds of marijuana. These illegal drugs were destined for …

The Bouse Wash rest area along Interstate 10 at milepost 52 west of Phoenix will receive upgrades to the facilities and plumbing system as part of a rest area rehabilitation program, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. The rest area will close to the public on Monday, March 11 in order to receive new plumbing, update the restroom facilities …

The state of Arizona, Maricopa County and Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station will be participating in a federally evaluated joint exercise of the Palo Verde Onsite and Offsite Response Plans on Wednesday, March 6. The exercise will involve more than 400 responders from volunteer organizations, local, county, state and federal agencies, tribal nations and Palo Verde to demonstrate their ability …

In today’s News-Herald: “Havasuvian”? Pfff. *Shakes head* Us Parkeranians scoff at such nomenclature. Happy Monday, folks.

ADOT says US 89 near Page, AZ is closed due to a “geological event” and not, as you might expect, due to today’s weather. Wintery conditions continue throughout the state: travelers advised. (Photo by ABC 15.)

Want to catch some fresh trout? Recently La Paz County Park Lagoon was stocked with fish for Take a Kid Fishing. Any trout that remain can be fished through this Sunday (February 24th). On Sunday, the nets will be removed and the trout will be free to take off into the Colorado River. You’ll need an Arizona fishing license, available …

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