Best in the Desert Racing Association announces that the BlueWater Desert Challenge is on its way to the Parker Area again this year. The two-day race begins with the time trials on Thursday, October 13. Thursday night, General Tire will host a party in “The Dig” Lounge at BlueWater Resort & Casino. On Friday, October 14, Contingency will be held …
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Take a Kid Fishing is On!
On March 28, 2011, Walter Shontz asked for help to keep the 32-year-old tradition of “Take a Kid Fishing” alive. The original post is here. Recently, Walter posted a letter in the local newspaper thanking everyone for their help and stated that AZFGD received 450 letters. I have just received an email from Kirk Young, Fisheries Branch Chief for Arizona …
Read More »32 Years for Richie at Bradley Chevrolet, Parker, AZ
You all know him. He’s been here forever. It’s Richie Peters from Bradley Chevrolet right here in Parker, AZ. Richie was honored today with a pot luck lunch, a cool certificate and some cold hard cash. Richie has worked for Bradely Chevrolet for 32 years and what was so great were all the very cool things everyone said about him. …
Read More »Arizona Highways-Will Parker Soon Be A Ghost Town?
This is from a blog post for Arizona Highways: Future Ghost Towns? I’ve always been intrigued by the stories of those folks who live in tiny, rural communities — Who are these people? What do they do? Where do they work? What’s an average day-in-the-life like? My curiosity has deepened thanks to my gig here at Arizona Highways… you see, …
Read More »Multi-agency OUI checkpoint slated for weekend
From AZ Game & Fish Dept. KINGMAN, Ariz. –– The Arizona Game and Fish Department will be part of a multi-agency enforcement effort on the Colorado River system next weekend (6/24-26), checking for individuals operating under the influence (OUI). Arizona Game and Fish, Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Land Management, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will be …
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Parker Tube Float June 4 – Let it Ride!
The 34th Annual Parker Tube Float is June 4, 2011. Grab some tubes, sunscreen and plenty of fluids to stay hydrated while floating down the famous “Parker Strip”. Meet folks from all over as we pay homage to the BlueWater Resort & Casino’s re-opening of the Card Room! Cash prizes and trophies for big winners in many categories of “floaters”. …
Read More »Cruise In at Bradley Chevrolet
SATURDAY MAY 7, 2011 FREE 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM FREE Sponsored by Bradley Chevrolet And La Paz Roadrunners Everyone Welcome Bring out your Classic Car, Motorcycle, Custom Vehicle, Jeep, Dune Buggy, finished or Unfinished CALL ED AT 406-560-2088 Come for a fun afternoon with friends and other enthusiasts
Read More »NASCAR Loser Payback at Dumas Walker
Many have asked for these to be posted. The back story is that Chris Witham lost a bet. His NASCAR driver lost a race. Chris had to perform Shania Twain’s “Man, I feel like a woman” in drag. The “Real Chris”:
Read More »“Cruise Inn” to Bradley Chevrolet
On Friday, April 8 from 2 pm – 6 pm, the La Paz Roadrunners and Bradley Chevrolet are hosting a “Cruise Inn.” Everyone is welcome in their classic car, motorcycle, custom vehicle , Jeep, dune buggy, finished or unfinished. Come on down for a fun afternoon with friends and other enthusiasts. Sloppy Joes will be provided by La Paz Roadrunners. …
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