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Windfarm construction underway near Kingman

Matthew Wanner7 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN- Construction of a utility scale wind farm is underway at White Hills, about 40 miles northwest of Kingman. BP Wind Energy began exploring possible development of a renewable energy project there 18 years ago. Orion Energy eventually took over the project before it was passed on to Florida-based Next Era Energy. Spokeswoman Lisa Paul said Next Era plans to begin operating the 350-megawatt wind farm this December. Some 127 turbines will be constructed on more than 24,000-acres of public land administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The agency approved the project in 2013 and further construction and…

Expo will help MEC members save

Matthew Wanner7 years ago2 mins

BULLHEAD CITY – The Co-op Connections Expo is back and ready to help Mohave Electric Cooperative members save on everyday needs. The free expo will take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, March 7 at the Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce. The event provides members an opportunity to visit participating Co-op Connections businesses in one location to learn about various discounts available when members show their connections card or the app. “Members don’t even need to carry the card anymore,” said Terry Puryear, public affairs coordinator at MEC. “An app is available on iOS and Android that places savings…

Art exhibit space to open in Route 66 Museum

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN –The Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona is developing a new art space in the Arizona Route 66 Museum at the Powerhouse Visitor Center in Kingman. The exhibit space will feature Route 66 art on an annual rotating basis. The first exhibit will feature the work of Bob Waldmire. As a former member of the Association, and previous owner of a Route 66 Arizona business, the Hackberry General Store, the Association was eager to honor Bob for his contributions to Route 66 Arizona by exhibiting his works in the inaugural show. The space was previously a Reading Room housing…

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Coronavirus Update

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – Recent statements made by Nancy Messonnier, the Director of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases at the CDC, were likely intended to heighten the public’s awareness and the next steps to be taken. The Mohave County Department of Public Health wants to assure residents that measures are in place to prepare for a scalable response to suspected or confirmed cases or potential exposures. Public health is working closely with Arizona Department of Health Service (ADHS), CDC, and local hospitals to prepare for potential cases and exposures of concern. Denise Burley, Director of the Mohave County…

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Coronavirus Update

Matthew Wanner7 years ago2 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – Recent statements made by Nancy Messonnier, the Director of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases at the CDC, were likely intended to heighten the public’s awareness and the next steps to be taken. The Mohave County Department of Public Health wants to assure residents that measures are in place to prepare for a scalable response to suspected or confirmed cases or potential exposures. Public health is working closely with Arizona Department of Health Service (ADHS), CDC, and local hospitals to prepare for potential cases and exposures of concern. Denise Burley, Director of the Mohave County…

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For The Luv of Paws Valentine’s Day baskets for first responders

Pam Wanner7 years ago2 mins

For The Luv of Paws Founder Cherie Dalynn and her volunteers from the domestic animal shelter and sanctuary in Golden Valley, drop off a Valentine’s Day basket for the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office employees and a basket for the five K-9s. Pictured are (from left to right – back row) MCSO Undersheriff Edward Trafecanty, MCSO Lieutenant S. Padilla, MSCO Chief Deputy Dean McKie, sanctuary volunteers Mary Miner, with Chevelle, Sally Greensill, and Mohave County Sheriff Doug Shuster; and (from left to right -front row) Debbie Betz, Bonnie Daniels with Shooting Star and Cherie Dalynn with Moon Man. For The Luv…

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Windfarm construction underway near Kingman

Expo will help MEC members save

Art exhibit space to open in Route 66 Museum

Coronavirus Update

Coronavirus Update

For The Luv of Paws Valentine’s Day baskets for first responders

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