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Deputy Risks Safety-Stops Wrong Way Driver

Published on April 24, 2026

Just after noon on Thursday, a Yavapai County Sheriffโ€™s deputy spotted a vehicle traveling the wrong way on Highway 69 near Humboldt. Recognizing that the driver showed no signs of stopping, the deputy made a potentially life-saving decision. He positioned his patrol vehicle directly in the driver's path.

Rescued - 3 Days Lost In The Backcountry

Published on April 22, 2026

It started as a solo getaway into the rugged beauty of Yavapai County, but it nearly ended in tragedy. After three grueling days lost in the wilderness, Mark Eric Young is safe, thanks to an exhaustive search effort by dozens of volunteers and a miracle discovery by his own son.
On Thursday, April 16, 2026, Mark Young headed out toward Bloody Basin Road. Driving a rental vehicle deep into the back

Crash in Seligman causes power outage until midnight April 17th

Published on April 17, 2026

UPDATE 04/17: 7:40 PM, Traffic on I-40 is being stopped now and may be stopped periodically this evening as crews work on the poles and wires. Power is expected to be restored to Seligman around midnight. Yavapai County Volunteer teams, including Jeep Posse, will be in the area throughout the night for those in need.

Crash Causes Power Outage to Entire Community

Published on April 16, 2026

Due to the overnight accident on I-40, the town of Seligman is currently without power. There are NO SERVICES available between Kingman and Ash Fork. Power is expected to be out for over 24 hours.

Mom Arrested for Drugs,

Published on April 10, 2026

A Yavapai County Sheriff's deputy conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 40 that resulted in the arrest of a 32-year-old female driver from Las Vegas, for multiple felonies, including aggravated DUI and child abuse.
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