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IRS, state direct file to launch March 12

Platform offers eligible taxpayers a new option to file electronically for free Phoenix – The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is announcing that the much-anticipated Direct File tool — and Arizona’s integrated state filing tool, FileYourStateTaxes — will be officially available for all eligible taxpayers to file their tax returns electronically for free starting March 12. This historic new program will allow eligible taxpayers to file their federal and state returns seamlessly and for free. Starting this week, the platform is in its final testing phase, allowing new users to file their returns 24 hours a day, every day. A message…

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MRF to host candidates for multiple offices at next meeting 

KINGMAN – The public is invited to the Mohave Republican Forum (MRF) dinner meeting on Wednesday, March 13, at 5:30 p.m.  Guest speakers will be Mohave County Assessor Jeanne Kentch, who is running for re-election and candidates Becky Foster and Rebecca Main Liska for the same position; and James Barber and Gordon Groat, candidates for Mohave County School Superintendent. Each candidate will have the opportunity to speak and answer questions.  MRF meetings are held at Golden Corral, 3580 Stockton Hill Road. The meeting room should be available by 4:00 p.m. and the program begins at 5:30 p.m. There is an admission charge of $3 per person to…

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Mohave Community College Welcomes Robert Podeyn as Head Coach for Women’s Soccer

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert A. Podeyn as the head coach for the college’s inaugural Women’s Soccer Team. With more than 30 years of experience in soccer as a player, coach, author and educator, Podeyn brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for the sport to Northwestern Arizona. Coach Podeyn is coming to MCC from Nicholls State University in Louisiana where he serves as head coach of the women’s soccer team. His coaching career spans various levels of college soccer, starting as an assistant coach at NCAA Division I Central Florida…

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Wildfires burning near Seligman

A group of roadside wildfires collectively cover more than a 3,800-acre area about seven miles northwest of Seligman. The Arizona Department of Forestry took command of the Aubrey Wildfire complex on Tuesday. A vehicle traveling along Historic Route 66 is suspected to have sparked the fires early Tuesday afternoon. “We know it was human caused,” said fire information officer Tiffany Davilla. She said it suspected that a vehicle dragging a chain or something else may have sparked the fires, most of them small, but three of them grew together to cover substantial acreage. The fire reported at 40% containment Wednesday…

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Food Doesn’t Just Come from Grocery Stores

In the heartland of America, where fields, pastures, and open ranges stretch as far as the eye can see, there struggle the often overlooked and undervalued farm and ranch workers. These dedicated men and women toil under the scorching sun, enduring grueling hours, and hazardous conditions, all to ensure that our tables brim with fresh groceries. Their contributions often go unnoticed, while their lives are etched by poverty and vulnerability. Introduction to PPEP – NFJP Fortunately, a ray of hope shines for these near invisible heroes: the National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP). This federally funded program is managed locally at…

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Pioneer Country Events Gun Show set

KINGMAN – Pioneer Country Events will host a gun show at College Park Community Center, 1990 Jagerson Ave., on Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17. The gun show welcomes dealers in coins, knives, guns, clipos, ammo, U.S. and foreign military memorabilia, and collectibles of all kinds. Hours are Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $7 per day or purchase a two-day pass for $12. Children 16 and under are free with adult paid admission. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For information email pioneercountryevents@gmail.com or visit pioneercountryevents.com.

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