Kathleen Murray

Mohave Sun Power, LLC has announced plans to build a 340-megawatt solar concentrating plant 27 miles north of Kingman.

Planned to be one of the largest projects of its type in the world, it will use the same parabolic trough technology with m olten salt storage as the Albiasa Plant previously announced.

Along with the plant proposed for White Hills, this is the 4th project to plan relocation to Mohave County!

Although there is some concern about water useage for these projects, I am seriously hoping for some give & take on the part of local residents considering the need to promote development and job creation in the county.

I've heard people say, there is nothing for the kids of Kingman.

Did you know that Kingman has 16 soccer fields, 4 baseball fields, 3 basketball courts, 4 tennis courts, 14 softball fields, 4 horseshoe pits, 2 racquetball courts, 2 volley ball courts, and much more in more than 13 neighborhood and community parks. All are available free of charge.

We also have 2 aquatic centers, 2 P.G.A. Championship Golf Courses, askate park, an enclosed dog park and a nine-hole frisbee golf course.

Parks and Recreation offer low cost classes for kids in crafts and more plus there is Little League, J.O. Softball, Pop Warner Football, Youth Soccer, Dolphin Swim Team, Hualapai Tennis, Youth Basketball, Adult Softball, Billiards and Dart Leagues, Bowling Leagues, Gymnastics, Dance and much more.

Don't forget the Library Programs plus the Mohave Museum of History and Arts.

For information about the Recreation Department visit www.ci.kingman.az.us and to learn more about Kingman real estate and the area visit www.kingmanrealestate4u.com .

Kingman Regional Medical Center Foundation has just broken ground on the Joan and Diana Hospice Home. After years of fundraising the much needed home is a reality. Located at 812 Airway Avenue, the home will provide a place for those who are terminally ill and do not have a caregiver or live too far out of town for at home hospice service.

This is a much needed service for our area, please offer them your support!

Mohave County Planning and Zoning has another solar power plant on the horizon. Smaller than the first, the Comission will consider a minor amendment to the County General Plan, the Yucca Area Plan and a rezoning request for Havasu Solar Electiric to construct the site.

The farm will sit on 17.7 acres of property east of Interstate 40 and north of Boriana Mine Road near Yucca.

Along the same line, it looks like the County is in discussion to amend the General Plan to allow more renewable energy projects to occur!

For more information about Mohave County, Kingman and Golden Valley visit our website at www.kingmanrealestate4u.com.

With the Memorial Day holiday weekend coming up, many people are making their first camping or exploring trip of the year on public lands in Northern Arizona. It's time to think safety.

"Given the really hot weather we've had recently, a lot of folks are headed to higher and cooler elevations this weekend," said Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Kingman recreation planner Len Marceau. "BLM's Wild Cow Springs, Windy Point, Packsaddle, and Burro Creek Campgrounds are popular weekend escapes. They are first-come, first-served and range from no fee to $10 per site per night depending on which campground."

Be careful with campfires, never leave one unattended, and make sure campfires are dead out any time they leave the campsite. Check with your local county, state, or federal land management agency for any fire restrictions before you head out.

Off -highway vehicles need to stay on existing roads and trails - cross country travel is not allowed. Bring your own firewood and most importantly take plenty of water.

"If people are hiking or climbing around the hills, they should always listen and watch where they step and put their hands - there are creatures who bite and sting. Be aware of your surroundings. We want folks to enjoy their weekend in Arizona's great outdoors," Marceau concluded.

For more information about camping opportunities, call the BLM Kingman Field Office at 928-718-3700.

Visit www.kingmanrealestate4u.com for more information on the Kingman/Golden Valley Area.