Community Corner
🌱 How World Finals changes could reshape October nights under London Bridge
Also check out 21st Annual Community Fair on the Lake Havasu City Patch calendar
Hello Lake Havasu City! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How World Finals changes could reshape October nights under London Bridge
- Boat explosion near Nautical Beachfront Resort leaves two women badly burned
- Why this boat-only canyon near Lake Havasu is worth the trip
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Peter D.!
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 113 and low of 89 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Record-tying heat, temps: high: 116, low: 92.
- Thursday: Record-breaking heat, with a high of 116 and low of 92 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• IJSBA Announces New Name for World Finals Venue, Proposes Awards Changes (watercraftjournal.com) — Lake Havasu City will again host the 2026 Short Block Technologies World Finals in October, now at the newly renamed Red Rock Waterside on Beachcomber Boulevard. Organizers are asking racers to respect the new owners' rules and are considering moving awards ceremonies, including a new London Bridge closing event, and want community and participant feedback before finalizing plans. 
• 2 women suffer serious burns after boat explosion on Lake Havasu (azfamily.com) — Two women were seriously burned when a 28-foot boat exploded on Lake Havasu near the Nautical Beachfront Resort in Lake Havasu City, with deputies from two counties helping pull victims from the burning vessel. Mohave County crews then guided the boat away from nearby craft while battling the fire, and the third person's condition has not yet been released.
• You can't drive to Arizona's Topock Gorge, and that's exactly why it's worth it (wheninyourstate.com) — A stretch of the Colorado River between Needles and Lake Havasu City offers a roadless escape through Topock Gorge, where visitors can only explore by boat. The article highlights calm paddling, wildlife, ancient rock art, and how to access this nearby refuge, giving Lake Havasu residents ideas for day trips on the water just north of town.
📸 Around Lake Havasu City
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lake Havasu City
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- 21st Annual Community Fair →
Northern Arizona University Pedway/Vendor space 1050 E Pine Knoll Dr Flagstaff AZ 86011
9:00 am - LHC - Preschool Playtime - Storytime Room
Lake Havasu City Branch Library 1770 North McCulloch Boulevard, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
9:30 am - LHC - Preschool Storytime - Room A/B
Lake Havasu City Branch Library 1770 North McCulloch Boulevard, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
10:30 am - Asbestos Awareness Safety Training with EHS →
Northern Arizona University Facility Services (77) 501 E Pine Knoll Dr Flagstaff AZ 86011
11:00 am - NAU Occupational Therapy Virtual Open House
Northern Arizona University *Online
12:00 pm - Faculty Canvas Session | Get Started with Canvas →
Northern Arizona University *Online
12:00 pm - Carne Asada Fiesta
Northern Arizona University *Off Campus
6:00 pm - SUN Open Mic (August)
Northern Arizona University 1899 Bar and Grill (3) 307 W Dupont Ave Flagstaff AZ 86011
6:30 pm
Wednesday August 26
🗓 Events Nearby
- Volleyball vs. Thunderbolt
Wallace Jr. High School WJH Dome
4:00 pm - Football vs. Kingman Academy
Wallace Jr. High School PHS Football Field
4:00 pm - Queen of Hearts at The Bar
Parker Regional Chamber of Commerce & Tourism The Bar 10172 Riverside Dr. Parker, AZ 85344
11:00 pm - Calvary High School Night
Parker Regional Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Calvary Parker Campus 1312 W 16th St Parker AZ 85344
6:30 pm
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I am moving and to give away, I have a small couch with electric recliners.
And a dining-room table, looks like an antique, with 5 chairs, and two beds comfy nice mattresses, and wooden end tables. Any interest? (Nextdoor Thunderbolt/Saratoga) - Who is missing this dog.?
It is at Roxanne house corner of Wagon Wheel and Jordan (Nextdoor Havasu Heights)
- Denny's Corporation posted a job opening for Server - Franchise in Lake Havasu City. Apply here.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill posted a job opening for Crew Member in Lake Havasu City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lake Havasu City here.
🗞 Nearby News
Bullhead City
- Bullhead City School District Hosts Free Parentvue Workshop for Parent Empowerment (thebee.news)
- Men's Soccer opens season with strong win; upsets No. 4 Mohave CC (castlecountryradio.com)
- Bullhead City Fire Department Contains Shed Fire at Coral Reef Drive Caused by Improperly Disposed Cigarette (thebee.news)
Kingman
- Mohave County Sheriffs Office Investigates Weapons Offense in Kingman and Boat Explosion on Lake Havasu (thebee.news)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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