Agala banquet sponsored by the Prescott Unified School District Education Foundation (PUSDEF) in late April saw eight teachers and eight students honored as “extraordinary persons.” Five generations from the prominent Emmet Hicks and Taylor Hicks families also were recognized as outstanding PUSD alumni. The Rising Stars Banquet was the 4th annual fundraiser for the PUSDEF. … Read More…
The 12th annual Arizona Technology Council (AZTC) Leadership Retreat, Aug. 8-9, in Prescott will have high level executives from throughout Arizona gather for two days of deliberation about the future of technological opportunities in Arizona. The retreat was planned by Steve Zylstra, President and CEO of AZTC, and his associates. Those invited must hold the … Read More…
Waste Management Inc. (WM), Arizona’s largest waste management company, is changing the way it handles potential recycled items. Because of a decision by the Chinese government to ban importing of all recycled materials, especially plastics, by 2020, WM is shifting its recycling emphasis to what it is calling the “Three R’s: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.” … Read More…
The City of Prescott has recently updated the Water Conservation Rebate Program. The following rebates and incentives are now available: Toilets with 1.0 gallons per flush or less will be rebated $100. An additional $50 incentive will be provided for water customers who use septic systems and apply for a toilet rebate. Smart irrigation timers … Read More…
More than 50 people from the City, Chamber of Commerce, business community and general public gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony signaling construction of the multimillion Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. The 100-room multistory hotel will be at the intersection of Montezuma and Sheldon streets. Owner and developer Steve Shumway and his family from Show Low opened … Read More…
Record crowds are expected for the 8th annual Healing Fields and Patriot Week scheduled Sept. 6 -13 on the grounds of the Civic Center in Prescott Valley. The week’s events commemorate the 18th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of the United States on 9/11 in 2001, said project chair Darlene Packard. Activities begin on Friday, … Read More…
When completed later this year, dozens of apartments under construction will accommodate low-income families who qualify under local, state and federal guidelines. A 72-unit family apartment complex called Creekview Village Apartments (CVA) is being built at 519 Miller Valley Road. With 24 two-bedroom and 48 three-bedroom apartments, all have two bathrooms and a patio or … Read More…
For 88 years, the three-story tan brick building on the corner of Cortez and Goodwin streets has served as a United States Post Office, courthouse and gathering spot for innumerable Prescottonians. Recently, many were surprised at the appearance of a “For Sale” sign on the building, although in the meantime, it continues as a functioning … Read More…
Surveys collected by the City of Prescott from local residents reveal the general public endorses the proposal to make the Granite Creek Corridor (GCC) through Downtown Prescott more inviting. The City collected responses through a comprehensive online survey. By mid-June, more than 550 people submitted responses. Those responses were enthusiastic and supportive, said Tyler Goodman, … Read More…
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) has been selected as one of the “Top 125 Companies in Arizona to Work For.” ERAU was the only higher education institution selected in Arizona. It also was the only company named in Central Arizona. The announcement was made in late June by the Arizona Commerce Authority, Republic Media and The … Read More…