Arizona Philharmonic (AZ Phil) announced the upcoming seven-concert 2022-2023 season at an event in May, and were delighted when two of the guests, Ron and Laura James, surprised the gathering with the announcement of their sponsorship of “A Nutcracker Christmas Celebration,” a first-time collaboration with the Margot Fonteyn Academy of Ballet (MFAB) Alumni. “When Ron told me about it, I said, ‘We have to do it!’” exclaimed Laura James. In addition to the two public performances Dec. 17 and … [Read more...] about James Family Trust Sponsors Nutcracker Christmas Celebration
Prescott Bark Wins Moonshot Competition
After two rigorous competitions – one for the Quad Cities area, the other at state level – Prescott husband and wife team Mike and Elaine O’Connor won the 2021 AZ Pioneer Pitch Tour award in The 2nd Annual Shoemaker Awards, an event that celebrates entrepreneurship. The O’Connors received a $10,000 check because of their innovative presentation of a plan to found Prescott Bark. The money was gifted by Arizona Public Service through Moonshot at NACET. They received the award during formal … [Read more...] about Prescott Bark Wins Moonshot Competition
Guinness World Record Holder Encourages Kids to Jump Up
Demonstrating how quick the legendary Arizona Rangers are on their feet, jump-roping Guinness World Record Holder Mark Rothstein provided an inspirational program and demonstration to Winslow youth through a J.U.M.P event (Jump Up for our Military and Police), June 19, at the Route 66 Plaza. Rothstein claimed the world record by jumping rope for 36 hours. He delivers messages around the state about keeping fit, showing integrity and reminding children that police officers and military … [Read more...] about Guinness World Record Holder Encourages Kids to Jump Up
Leadership Skills Refined in Pandemic
In a breakout session titled “Native Women Lead: Women Innovating in Business and Beyond,” conducted during the 2022 Reservation Economic Summit (RES), Tsé Bii’ Ndzisgai Community Center (TBNCC) Director Shandiin Herrera said she developed leadership skills by showing up for her community during the pandemic. At the time, Herrera was a Hometown Fellow with Lead for America and was working with the Navajo Nation Oljato Chapter Government. “Right then, the pandemic started and I saw anxiety … [Read more...] about Leadership Skills Refined in Pandemic
Big Enough for Three
Joey Sensing of Prescott is having a great summer. Shown here with his wife, Rebecca and Sportsman’s Warehouse’s Ross Rosier, Braden Clark and Kyle Hendrickson, Sensing is standing in front of the truck he won through Sportsman’s Special Edition RAM Giveaway out of more than 375,000 entries nationwide. Sensing is an avid outdoors person and long-time customer who says he is “in the store pretty much every week.” Sportman’s celebrated Sensing’s win on Saturday morning, June 11, at the Sportman’s … [Read more...] about Big Enough for Three
ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted
The Quad Cities area is preparing to recognize and celebrate local women leaders who excel in business, support their communities and mentor others. Nominations are being accepted now through Aug. 1, for the third annual Prescott-area ATHENA Award, an international honor sponsored by Quad Cities Business News and Prescott Woman Magazine. Business Coach Colleen Biggs is scheduled to be the keynote speaker, presenting “Ignite your Personal Power" at the ATHENA High Tea celebration, where the … [Read more...] about ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted
Arizona Rangers Keeping Order, Continuing Western Tradition
ARIZONA HERITAGE! Feared by bad guys and respected by all, the highly skilled Arizona Rangers continue their Arizona Territory tradition of answering the call when they are needed. You'll see them at parades, festivals, air shows and in schools – to keep the order and back up law enforcement. Meet two of these brave and dedicated volunteer public servants from Arizona High Country Ranger Company on Zonie Living! Watch now at https://starworldwidenetworks.com/.../arizona-rangers... … [Read more...] about Arizona Rangers Keeping Order, Continuing Western Tradition
Market Strategist Discusses Supply Chain, Interest Rates, Inflation, Cars
Despite increasing mortgage interest rates, the worst inflation the nation has experienced in 40 years and a falling stock market, a senior analyst and technical market strategist for LPL Financial Investment says, “Don’t panic. The U.S. economy still remains the strongest around the world.” Scott Brown, based at the LPL office in Charlotte, North Carolina, delivered this message to dozens of business and financial professionals in Prescott. Using the theme, “From Hand-up to Hand-off,” Brown … [Read more...] about Market Strategist Discusses Supply Chain, Interest Rates, Inflation, Cars
Solar Battery Field to be Constructed in Chino Valley
Construction for the multi-million dollar Battery Energy Storage System, BESS, is scheduled to begin in October at the existing Arizona Public Service (APS) solar field located at 1900 E. Road 4 South in Chino Valley. Explaining details of the project to the Chino Valley Town Council and several members of the public during an early evening town council meeting on April 26, APS Division Director for Northern Arizona Mackenzie Rodgers said when complete, BESS will capture solar energy during … [Read more...] about Solar Battery Field to be Constructed in Chino Valley
Turning Dreams into Wine
Early morning reflections mirrored in the flourishing pond at Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery suggest a perfect terroir – a French term pertaining to a region’s climate, soil and terrain that affects the taste of the wine. With grape vines stretching across most of his 10 acres in Camp Verde, Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery Owner Ignacio Mesa has cultivated sustainable solutions for his viticulture paradise. He purchased the land in 1994. Today, he produces about 1,150 cases of red and … [Read more...] about Turning Dreams into Wine