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In honor of Black History Month, the Multicultural Center at College of the Canyons will be hosting a series of virtual events throughout February that highlight and celebrate Black culture. “We are very excited to share an eclectic lineup of events to celebrate Black History Month with our students, staff and community,” said Flavio Medina-Martin, director of diversity and inclusion at the college. “We hope that the virtual nature of these events encourages attendees to attend a variety of events throughout the month.” To discuss the exceptional contributions made by African American...

The Multicultural Center at College of the Canyons is set to host a series of virtual events in February in honor of Black History Month. The events are expected to be held throughout February, highlighting and celebrating Black culture, according to a statement from COC. “We are very excited to share an eclectic lineup of events to celebrate Black History Month with our students, staff and community,” said Flavio Medina-Martin, director of diversity and inclusion at COC. “We hope that the virtual nature of these events encourages attendees to attend a variety of events throughout the m...

Although College of the Canyons was limited to remote instruction during the fall 2020 semester, it was clear that not everything could be properly taught over Zoom. Students enrolled in essential infrastructure programs such welding, culinary arts, automotive technician, medical laboratory technician, emergency medical technician (EMT), land surveying, construction management and technology, and nursing need hands-on training to be prepared to enter the workforce. After following state and county protocols in order to receive the necessary clearance to begin hosting on-campus classes, the co...

Horst Auctioneers conducted a public auction of coins and currency at Horst Auction Center, Ephrata, Oct. 29. Several items and prices included: an 1884 3-cent nickel, $1,200; a 1794 large cent, $600; a 1797 large cent, $700; an 1804 half dollar, $750; an 1893-S silver dollar, $1,200; (5) 1992 Canadian 1-ounce gold pieces, $1,900 each; (5) 1986 Canadian 1-ounce gold pieces, $1,900; a 1896 $20 gold piece, $1,975; an 1899 $20 gold piece, $1,950; a 1900 $20 gold piece, $1,875; a 1904 $20 gold piece, $1,975; a 1908 $20 gold piece; $2,000; and a 1911 $20 gold piece, $1,900. Horst Auctioneers condu...