Category: Business

KINGMAN – On March 11 and 12, the FranceTV film crew will be in Kingman to film a segment for their television show, Échappées Belles, hosted by Sophie Jovillard. The production team will be working with Thunder-Rode Motorcycle Accessories in downtown Kingman to film the segment which will be based on Route 66 and bikers. Thunder-Rode Motorcycle Accessories held submissions for a passionate biker who loves Route 66 and would love to share their passion of The Mother Road with Sophie on the open road. Submissions were sought through Thunder-Rode’s social media pages and newsletter subscribers.  Local motorcycle enthusiasts submitted…

KINGMAN – Beginning Monday, March 9, contractors will be installing traffic detection cameras along Stockton Hill Road intersections that include Detroit and Sycamore Avenues. There will be traffic control and reduced speeds in place, while crews are at work. Crews are expected to finish the installation next week, barring any weather delays. These new systems that have been installed at multiple intersections along Stockton Hill Rd. have greatly improved service to our citizens, reduced delays caused by broken loops, and reduced signal maintenance costs; this results in long-term, overall cost savings to the community. These detection cameras also detect motorcyclists and…

The Mohave Community College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recently inducted new members for Spring 2020. Phi Theta Kappa’s mission is to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students by providing an opportunity for leadership, service, and development. Students receive numerous benefits from joining and participating in the honor society, such as special scholarships, professional development, volunteer opportunities, and highly respected letters of recommendation. Student memberships last a lifetime in the largest honor society in America. Back row L to R: Kai Soriano (president and regional officer), Dr. John Kitts (co-advisor), Dr. Fred Gilbert (campus dean), Ethan Armendariz, Nicholas Duhancik,…

The Mohave Community College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recently inducted new members for Spring 2020. Phi Theta Kappa’s mission is to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students by providing an opportunity for leadership, service, and development. Students receive numerous benefits from joining and participating in the honor society, such as special scholarships, professional development, volunteer opportunities, and highly respected letters of recommendation. Student memberships last a lifetime in the largest honor society in America. Back row L to R: Kai Soriano (president and regional officer), Dr. John Kitts (co-advisor), Dr. Fred Gilbert (campus dean), Ethan Armendariz, Nicholas Duhancik,…

KINGMAN – The public is invited to the Mohave Republican Forum (MRF)  meeting on Wednesday, March 11 at 5:15 p.m. Board of Supervisors District 4 candidates Rick Armstrong and  incumbent Jean Bishop will be speaking and answering questions. MRF meetings are held at Golden Corral, 3580 Stockton Hill Rd. There is an admission charge of $2 per person to assist with the meeting costs. An early bird special price is available for those arriving and paying for their meals prior to 4 p.m. For reservations, which are requested and helpful or for further information, please contact Rita Basinger at 928-…

Bullhead City intends to acquire water utility BULLHEAD CITY – Bullhead City is preparing to go to court to try to take control of the assets of a local water company through eminent domain. The move is founded in voter approval last November for the city to seek acquisition of local EPCOR Water Inc., assets. City Manager Toby Cotter told the City Council March 3 that a valuation effort resulted in a $55-million municipal acquisition offer. A company executive said the utility is rejecting what it believes to be a lowball offer, or any offer for that matter. “EPCOR is…