As we begin the new year, I am happy to report that The State of the City demonstrates a vibrant, dynamic economy maintaining strong taxable activity and economic development, as we plan for improving public safety services for our citizens. With the passage of Prop 478 in November 2024, the result will be a safer Prescott. Your Yes vote adopted a dedicated transaction privilege (sales) tax of ninety-five hundredths of one percent (0.95%) to fund new fire stations, police evidence facilities, … [Read more...] about Prescott 2025: A Year of Growth, Safety, Strategic Planning
Navigating the Homebuying Process with the Right Team
Purchasing a home is one of the most significant milestones in life. I’ve seen firsthand how choosing the right team can make all the difference. Partnering with a trusted lender and realtor turns what might seem like an overwhelming process into a seamless experience. This way you can enjoy the process, instead of stressing over what is an exciting new endeavor! Buying a home involves making impactful decisions, and having reliable experts by your side to guide you every step of the way is … [Read more...] about Navigating the Homebuying Process with the Right Team
Recognizing the Overlooked Benefits of a Clean Home
In the rush of everyday life, keeping a clean and organized home often takes a backseat to work, family and other responsibilities. Through the years, I’ve seen firsthand how easy it is for busy households to fall behind on cleaning – not because they don’t care, but because life simply gets in the way. What I’ve also learned is that a clean home isn’t just about appearances; it has a direct impact on health, well-being and overall peace of mind. One of the biggest concerns I’ve encountered is … [Read more...] about Recognizing the Overlooked Benefits of a Clean Home
Yavapai College Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Pending Approval
Yavapai College is endeavoring to change the traditional dynamics of higher education with a new optimized 92-credit Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Degree, designed to be completed within three years. Traditionally, baccalaureate degrees have a standard minimum of 120 credits or more. Recently, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the largest accrediting body in the country, approved reduced-credit bachelor’s degrees, and this provides Yavapai College with the opportunity to create … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Pending Approval
The Importance of Partnering and Joining Your Chamber of Commerce
In an ever-evolving business landscape, staying competitive and relevant requires strategic connections and access to resources. Joining your local Chamber of Commerce is one of the most effective ways to achieve both. At the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, we offer a wide array of opportunities designed to support your business and foster a thriving local economy. Networking and Connections One of the most significant advantages of joining the Chamber is access to an extensive network of … [Read more...] about The Importance of Partnering and Joining Your Chamber of Commerce
Double the Disks, Double the Discovery: New Insights into Planet Formation in DF Tau
Tucked away in a star-forming region in the Taurus constellation, a pair of circling stars are displaying some unexpected differences in the circumstellar disks of dust and gas that surround them. A new study led by researchers at Lowell Observatory, combining data from the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) and Keck Observatory, has unveiled intriguing findings about planet formation in this binary star system, known as DF Tau, along with other systems in this region. DF Tau … [Read more...] about Double the Disks, Double the Discovery: New Insights into Planet Formation in DF Tau
Paragon Plumbing Offering Skill, Experience, Customer Service, Emergency Support
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Hi Tom! We are back again, and this month I want to introduce Andy Ulibarri, the owner of Paragon Plumbing to our readers. Tom: Great! I have known and worked with Andy … [Read more...] about Paragon Plumbing Offering Skill, Experience, Customer Service, Emergency Support
Addressing the Affordable Housing Issue with Technology, Creativity and Partnerships
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Once again, Tom, here we are back in print and landing in mailboxes. I of course, love all the building officials in our Quad Cities area, and this month we … [Read more...] about Addressing the Affordable Housing Issue with Technology, Creativity and Partnerships
Boost Your New Year with Optimism, Resilience and Words to Live Longer By
If you want to meet this New Year with renewed vigor, playfulness, creativity, resilience and optimism, take a page from Dr. Ronda Beaman’s playbook. With a seemingly endless supply of energy and an unconventional way of teaching, this college professor and executive coach has the unique ability to turn students into bold, creative thinkers, individuals of all abilities into enthusiastic athletes and professionals around the world into more resilient, imaginative leaders. Find "Keeping Your … [Read more...] about Boost Your New Year with Optimism, Resilience and Words to Live Longer By
Moonshot Announces Expanded Rural Arizona Pitch Competition Tour with Bilingual Mentors
Moonshot, a leading Arizona-based nonprofit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, is preparing for its 6th Annual Rural Arizona Pitch Competition Tour. The state-wide event will expand to 20 stops across rural Arizona, offering entrepreneurs the chance to present their innovative ideas and compete for local prizes. For the first time, it will include bilingual resources and mentorship opportunities to better serve Arizona’s diverse communities. “The Pitch Tour is a tremendous rally point … [Read more...] about Moonshot Announces Expanded Rural Arizona Pitch Competition Tour with Bilingual Mentors