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MCC employee selected for fellowship in educational development

MOHAVE COUNTY – Abigail Jaimes-Gomez, an Educational Developer at Mohave Community College, was selected as a 2023 Donald H. Wulff Diversity Fellow. The fellowship strives to increase and support participation of individuals from historically underrepresented groups in the field of educational development. As an educational developer, she focuses on understanding the current state of higher education, and identifying how MCC can leverage and advance our teaching practices to best serve our students and our communities. “I’m feeling all the emotions,” Jaimes-Gomez said. “I’m nervous, excited and eager to learn.” It’s an honor to have the opportunity to connect with colleagues…

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Amateur radio club helps with emergencies

LAKE HAVASU CITY – When a mobile device dies or loses its signal, amateur radios will still work, which could come in handy for communication alternatives. The London Bridge Amateur Radio Association (LBARA) was formed in 1981.  Also known as ham radio, they are a nonprofit corporation that is actively involved with the community’s projects. The group provides radio communication for London Bridge days parades, walk-a-thons, MS charity bike rides, and much more.   They maintain mobile go boxes along with three communication repeaters needed for the Lake Havasu region. Most importantly, the nonprofit is there to support the emergency station at Havasu Regional…

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MCC programs collaborate to offer real-world, hands-on learning experience

MOHAVE COUNTY –  The in-class instruction received by students at Mohave Community College is invaluable, preparing them to bolster the area’s workforce or continue their education. However, the importance of real-world experiences cannot be overstated, which is why College disciplines are renewing efforts to collaborate and provide students with those opportunities. MCC Electrical Technology Instructor Michael McKenzie said he has wanted to collaborate on projects with other disciplines at the College for some time. When Carpentry Instructor Dan Underwood reached out with that exact opportunity, McKenzie jumped on board. “This is something I have been thinking about for years, getting…

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Leading forklift manufacturer announces expansion to Mohave County

KINGMAN – The City of Kingman Economic Development Department would like to announce that Crown Equipment, a leader in forklift manufacturing in the country, is expanding to Kingman. Economic Development Director Bennett Bratley said, “It was our pleasure working with them and Big Industrial through their initial phases of the site selection process. We are excited Crown Equipment Corporation has chosen the Kingman Industrial Park for its expansion. Their presence here will continue to advance Kingman’s flourishing manufacturing and distribution industries.” To help attract companies like Crown to the building at 4200 N. Industrial Boulevard, the City of Kingman economic…

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Free rose workshop offered

KINGMAN – The Mohave County Master Gardeners will host a Rose Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Mohave County Extension Office, 101 E. Beale St. Learn how to prepare your roses for the upcoming season! Discussion will include rose pruning, watering, fertilizing, general care and maintenance. The workshop is free and open to the public.

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Free rose workshop offered

KINGMAN – The Mohave County Master Gardeners will host a Rose Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Mohave County Extension Office, 101 E. Beale St. Learn how to prepare your roses for the upcoming season! Discussion will include rose pruning, watering, fertilizing, general care and maintenance. The workshop is free and open to the public.

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